A look at the nature of myth as a carrier of deep truth and that we all have our own internal myths about ourselves and life. Exploring what was and is meant by the term Messiah, both in the 1st century and now. "Here is a book bursting with common sense and inspiration, written by someone who has known life in all its rich complexity... It's a book that has to be read by all those who dare to ask for more" Revd Dr Terry Biddington FRSA, Dean of Spiritual Life, Winchester University.

Packrafts are rugged, portable rafts, small enough to attach under a rucksack, but stable on the water to reassure first time paddlers. Weighing from 1-3 kilos, they open up a whole new world of amphibious adventuring, from navigating easily accessible waterways to discovering more challenging rivers and lochs only reachable on foot or bicycle. Packrafting: A Beginners' Guide is a perfect introduction to the game-changing recreational opportunities opened up by packrafting. It takes you th...

The Synth That Shaped the World: The History of the Roland Jupiter-8 Synthesizerby Chris ScottWhen the Roland Jupiter-8 arrived in 1981, it was more than a musical instrument — it was a technological revolution wrapped in brushed aluminum and glowing orange light.In studios and on stages across the world, it gave sound to the decade's most daring artists: Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, Howard Jones, Prince, and the visionary film compose...

An eye-opening collection of hands-on strategies for contemporary business leadershipIn Leading for Tomorrow, a group of accomplished executives, academics, and experts deliver a collection of persuasive, insightful solutions to common and difficult workplace problems. This compilation of essays charts a pathway to an understanding of what it takes to lead people effectively in the modern era.You’ll explore the latest leadership styles and strategi...

In 1980, a quirky Japanese drum machine hit the scene—and the world hasn't stopped thumping since.Imagine a box of circuits, dismissed as a flop, that birthed the seismic boom of hip-hop's golden age, the hypnotic haze of acid house raves, and the trap anthems rattling stadiums today. The Roland TR-808 wasn't built for glory; it was forged in Ikutaro Kakehashi's Osaka workshop as an affordable rhythm sketchpad for broke songwriters. Priced at $1,195 and discontinue...

Dreaming of Dropping a Track That Ignites the Internet?Picture this: Your synth-soaked banger explodes on TikTok, racking up millions of duets and stitches, propelling it to Spotify's New Music Friday, and unlocking a flood of superfans who turn your streams into real revenue. In 2025, with global streaming rights revenue shattering $28.4 billion and indie artists dominating album sales like never before, the gatekeepers are gone—but the chaos of algorithms, playli...

The #1 New York Times bestselling memoir of U.S. Navy Seal Chris Kyle, and the source for Clint Eastwood’s blockbuster, Academy-Award nominated movie."An amazingly detailed account of fighting in Iraq—a humanizing, brave story that’s extremely readable." — PATRICIA CORNWELL, New York Times Book Review**"Jaw-dropping...Undeniably riveting." *—***RICHARD ROEPER, Chicago Sun-Times...

A simple introduction to the world of tea. We start with a look into the history of tea and the different types of tea. White, Black, Green, Oolong and Tisanes. The tea process is fascinating and we go through the basics involved. Tea has many health benefits and we explain some of the main ones with supporting research. Everyone enjoys there tea differently but we still have a general guide to preparation, you may make your tea taste even better. We also have some information on caffeine,...

Named for its high altitude and boasting one of the smallest populations east of the Mississippi River, Highland County is nicknamed �Virginia�s Little Switzerland.� Although settlers began arriving in the area as early as 1745, Highland County was not officially formed until 1847. Portions were carved from neighboring Bath and Pendleton Counties to create the new county of Highland. The isolation of the area required great perseverance and commitment from the early German and Scotch Irish...

An analysis of Traditional Project Management (TPM) is undertaken to identify where the issues are with current projects and a comparison done between TPM and CC. The main body of this ebook is a detailed explanation and critique of Critical Chain Project Management (CCPM) and covers the planning stage, how resources are handled, the role of buffers, the importance of monitoring and focus and the execution of CCPM. Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) is referenced and the stages o...

James Beard Award NomineeFrom renowned chef Chris Scott comes a first-of-its-kind, richly narrative cookbook that celebrates an under-explored foodway in the African diaspora: Amish soul food.In HOMAGE, Chris Scott tells the remarkable story of his family over seven generations via comforting dishes and vivid narratives: From his enslaved ancestors to his great-grandfather, who migrated to Pennsylvania after the Emancipation Proclamation, t...

There has been an explosion of interest in paddling right across the world – in 2020, British Canoeing reported a 40% rise in members, with 19,000 signing up in a 3-month period. Much of this interest has been in inflatable kayaks, with the author's own website (inflatablekayaksandpackrafts.com) averaging 1,000 visits a day. The comparatively low cost, the convenience of inflatable kayaks, and the fact that you can just get in and go, all add up to their appeal. And with thousands of miles...