This poignant, powerful, practical, and sometimes-funny book is written from the unique perspective of a veteran police officer and crisis intervention counselor, whose son, Adam, was shot and killed by another police officer, during an emergency mental health crisis. Adam Joshua Johnson was a gifted & talented musician and grass-roots humanitarian who suffered from mental illness. Yet, in spite of his own psychological and emotional pain, Adam never forgot to care for others. He believed ...

Retirement planning is tricky. From understanding the numerous products on the market to making practical decisions about highly emotional issues, the journey to financial security is filled with pitfalls. Instead of focusing on facts and figures, you need to consider your individual needs, taking the fear out of the future and finding confidence in what is ahead. In The People's Retirement Handbook, Joel Johnson draws on decades of experience in financial planning and real-life stories to...

The author kept records of performances with rock bands from mid-sixties to present day. Later writings will focus on "day jobs" but the crux of this writing is to show the overall decisions a musician makes in early life, whether original or cover performance (or both) can bring overall satisfaction for you. We are only limited by our energy, vices and willingness to be a team player.

Ivan the terrible remains one of the most feared and fascinating rulers in history—a man who forged an empire while drowning it in blood. Crowned as the first tsar of russia in 1547, ivan iv rose from a childhood marked by neglect, betrayal, and violence. Those early scars didn’t fade. They hardened into something colder. He ruled with sharp intelligence and brutal force. At first, he reformed laws, strengthened central authority, and expanded russian territory. Victories against the kazan...

How have the policies of recent administrations shaped today’s economy? To what extent has federal policy contributed to growth in income inequality? Why have the parties become so polarized and how has polarization influenced economic policy? This book provides an introduction to the contemporary political economy of the United States. It examines the politics of economic policymaking, the influence of federal policies and programs on the economy, and the co-evolution of politics and the ...

Under the veil of one of the oldest and most tragic myths known to humankind, a king is born. Magnus King, the son of a well-born English woman, continues his family’s aristocratic legacy on the frontier of the American West until the night a deadly shooting changes everything.Young Earl Ransom, a man found long ago on the Cheyenne prairie with no memory of his past or of how his destiny is linked to that of Magnus King, finds his way through a tale as old and tragic as the Greek m...

The increasing use of composite materials over conventional materials has been a continual trend for over a decade. While the fundamental understanding of fiber reinforcement has not changed, many new material advancements have occurred, especially in manufacturing methods, and there is an ever-growing number of composite material applications across various industries. Polymer-Based Composites: Design, Manufacturing, and Applications presents the concepts and methods involved in ...

Problems of individual moral choice have always been closely bound up with the larger normative concerns of political theory. There are several reasons for this continuing connection. First, the value conflicts involved in private moral choice often find themselves reproduced on the public stage: for example, states may find it difficult to do right by both justice and mercy in much the same way individuals do. Second, we frequently find conflicts among the values at stake in individual li...

"Stanley's Adventures in the Wilds of Africa" is a captivating narrative that chronicles the remarkable journeys of explorer Henry Morton Stanley. The book vividly details his expeditions across the African continent, showcasing the challenges he faced, the landscapes he traversed, and the diverse cultures he encountered. Through engaging storytelling, the authors bring to life Stanley's relentless pursuit of knowledge and adventure, highlighting his encounters with wildlife and indigenous...

For centuries Africa has been "the dark continent" of our globe. The sea-washed edges of this immense tract have been known time immemorial. Egypt, at its northeastern corner, is the oldest of the governments of the earth; while the nations skirting the Red and the Mediterranean seas were actors in the earliest recorded history. But Africa as a whole has been an unknown land. That it was a fertile land, was demonstrated by the treasures brought from its depths by those mighty rivers, the N...

When leaders inspire their teams with a vision of what is possible, passion meets production and truly great things start to happen. Craig Johnson offers a fresh look at the importance of building teams when the goal is not only success but fulfillment. Lead Vertically includes tools and exercises that can be adapted by any leader for teams of any size, as well as tips for recruiting, training, and strengthening teams. Leaders will learn to inspire, build trust, and motivate their teams by...

Live boldly and act on your most powerful beliefs with this life-changing guide to faith, positive thinking, and spiritual fulfillment with this book from #1 New York Times bestselling author Joel Osteen, now updated and expanded with the study guide included for the 20th Anniversary edition.We all have our list of things we want to have “someday.” Whether it’s for a better job, a stronger marriage, a happier home, more gr...