'A twisty tale that takes us into the rarefied, ruthless world of an Oxford college' CLAIRE McGOWANReaders can't put down The Scholars!'Twisty, atmospheric . . . kept me guessing right until the end. A perfect read for autumn' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Quintessential dark academia - moody, mysterious, and a little dangerous' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I've literally raced through this, it was truly unputdownable' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved every page! If you onl...

“An insightful memoir that uncovers unique stories about matters of the heart.” —EssenceThe inspiring New York Times bestseller from Common—the Grammy Award, Academy Award, and Golden Globe–winning musician, actor, and activist—explores how love and mindfulness can build communities and allow you to take better control of your life through actions and words.Common believes that the phrase “let love have the last word” is n...

From the hip-hop icon, Hollywood star, and “a true artist and writer of deep talent” (James McBride, author of The Color of Water)—a candid, New York Times bestselling memoir ranging from his childhood on Chicago’s South Side and his emergence as one of rap’s biggest names.Common has earned a reputation in the hip-hop world as a conscious artist by embracing themes of love and struggle in his songs. His journey toward understanding is rooted in hi...

“The rapper, actor, and advocate blends self-help with activist passion. . . . It’s a heartening message for those who appreciate self-help guidance. Common asks readers to better themselves, empowering them with the grace and courage to do so.”—Kirkus ReviewsFrom the multi-award-winning performer, author, and activist, a comprehensive program for addressing mental and physical health—and encouraging communities to do the same.Common has ac...

Take a fresh look at the Bible while you experience a new translation. The Common English Bible is relevant, readable, and reliable. The result is a new version that the typical reader or worshipper is able to understand. 115 leading biblical scholars from 22 faith traditions and 77 reading specialists in 13 denominations worked on this translation.

The goal of this book is to investigate why there are two distinct notions of liability in the legal and ethical systems of different societies; the relationship between two sets of criteria of liability and the individual's evolution from childhood adolescence. The specific ways in which different societies cope with the transition from childhood to adolescence are important because a sense of responsibility, consonant with the goals of the society and survival of family and culture, is i...

"Races and Immigrants in America" by John R. Commons is a seminal work that explores the complex dynamics of race and immigration in the United States. Commons delves into the historical context of various immigrant groups, examining their contributions to American society and the challenges they faced. He provides a critical analysis of the socio-economic factors that influenced immigration policies and public perceptions of different races, highlighting the interplay between labor, ethni...

This historic and authoritative volume contains the complete three-year listing of the Revised Common Lectionary (Years A, B, and C) to guide preaching and Scripture reading on the Lord’s Day. Abingdon Press. Also included are an introduction explaining the nature and uses of lectionaries and a brief history of the Consultation on Common Texts.

Take a fresh look at the Bible while you experience a new translation. The Common English Bible is relevant, readable, and reliable. The result is a new version that the typical reader or worshipper is able to understand. 115 leading biblical scholars from 22 faith traditions and 77 reading specialists in 13 denominations worked on this translation.

There was a time in the early nineties when a lovely couple, Carrie and Frank, was going on a getaway trip for their fifteenth anniversary. The two have so much in common. Carrie is a twenty-seven-year-old woman with one child who Frank took in as his real daughter. Frank is a middle-aged manhes forty years of age. Both are going to visit a nice cabin in the woods by the lake for their anniversary. The location is Hardwick, Blairstown, in New Jersey in August 20,1992.

One small, northern community. Two girls gone -- one missing, the other dead. A riveting coming-of-age debut young adult novel for fans of We Were Liars and All the Bright Places.Sixteen-year-old Helen Commanda is found dead just outside Thunder Creek, Ontario. Her murder goes unremarked, except for the fact that it may shed light on the earlier disappearance of Chloe Shaughnessy. Chloe is beautiful, rich and white. Helen is plain, and from the re...

In "Races and Immigrants in America," John R. Commons offers a profound examination of the socio-economic dynamics that shape the experiences of diverse racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Drawing from a wealth of historical data, Commons employs a rigorous analytical lens, effectively intertwining statistical analysis with narrative storytelling. His project is situated within the early 20th-century intellectual landscape that grappled with issues of labor, race, and immigratio...