In No Limits, Michael Phelps - perhaps the greatest Olympic competitor the world has ever seen - will show us the secrets to his remarkable success, from training to execution. Behind his tally of Olympic gold medals - more than any athlete throughout history - lies a consistent approach to competition, a determination to win, mental preparation, and a straightforward passion for his sport. One of his mottos is 'Performance is Reality', and it typifies his attitude about swimming. No Limit...

To SurviveBy Michael AlanIn a shattered future where World War III has turned Earth into a battlefield of ash and neon, two young lovers—Akira and Yumi—cling to each other amidst the chaos. Born into poverty and raised on the fringes of a futuristic Tokyo ravaged by conflict, they dream of escape, of peace, and of a life worth living.But when war reaches their doorstep, love becomes rebellion.From secret gardens in the sky to underground resistance networks p...

Abducted is a love story about a father's desperate search for his beloved abducted daughters. It details criminal parental abduction, international search and rescue efforts, abuse, coercive thought reform or brainwashing, as well as cult manipulation and indoctrination. It documents the unique life experience of raising two profoundly gifted daughters, one a medically complicated special needs child. The story is a tribute to the heroic resilience of both children and is written in their...

In order to accurately describe and diagnose psychiatric illness, practitioners require in-depth knowledge of the signs and symptoms of behavioral disorders. Descriptive Psychopathology provides a broad review of the psychopathology of psychiatric illness, beyond the limitations of the DSM and ICD criteria. Beginning with a discussion of the background to psychiatric classification, the authors explore the problems and limitations of current diagnostic systems. The following chapters then ...

A History of Ancient Israel tells the story of Israel's history, with the biblical record enriched by the latest historical research, archaeological discoveries, and geographical insights. Beginning with the founding of the nation in 2091 B.C., Grisanti and Bolen work through the history of Israel in chronological order through the Exile and Return. This up-to-date resource incorporates the latest findings and discoveries to reveal what happened and why. By synthesizing a massive ...

Fresh from his triumphant and extraordinary achievement at the Olympic Games in Beijing, Michael Phelps—up from working-class, born-in-the-USA roots—shows us the secrets to his remarkable success—from training to execution.For years the world has followed Michael Phelps’s progress from teen sensation in Sydney to bona fide phenom in Athens. Now he’s a living Olympic legend in Beijing with a peerless record of gold medals. In No Limits, Michael Phelps—the g...

TIME TRAVEL AWAITS! So Lace Up Your Skates! Dive into Riveting Fantasy Fiction in Captivating Full Color Art by ESPN/NHL Cartoon Artist Michael Fischer!PREPARE to be dazzled by the greatest hockey tale ever told about a group of friends who journey into a magical realm of fantasy, imagination and ice hockey in this masterful fully illustrated color first edition by Artist Michael Fischer. A beautiful addition to any collectors boo...

In the south of France is the quaint village of Rennes-le-Chateau. It is the source of mystery and many theories as to how the poor local priest found the money to make the major renovation and additions to the church property. Did he find the treasurers of the Knight Templar? While the author was sitting in the chapel of the church this vision came forth. It may change your life forever.

Get an inside look at the irreverent, rule-breaking subculture of hot rodded, or “Outlaw,” Porsches in this handsome volume featuring stunning photography and interviews with key players.Being cool rarely means being “correct.” And few other sports car genres better reflect that ethos than Porsche Outlaws. The enthusiasts and builders behind these modified Porsches defiantly toss out the rulebook along with the factory-correct parts. From custom paint jobs to modif...

Abandoned cars on America's most iconic abandoned road. Sounds like a great idea for a road trip.For a nation that loves the idea of the road, there is no more legendary ribbon of highway than the 2,451 miles comprising historic Route 66. Along the Mother Road lies the detritus of the automotive age: motels, roadside attractions, diners, service stations, drive-ins, and dives. Hidden in, around, and behind its buildings or abandoned along its roadside hide collecto...

From World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Michael Moorcock comes the final installment of the Elric of Melniboné series, brought to vivid new life with stunning illustrations.In one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the 20th century, Elric is the brooding, albino emperor of the dying Kingdom of Melniboné. After coming into an unnatural, devastating power that felled his enemy Yrkoon and destroyed an entire city, Elri...

Michael Alan Prestwood's new book, "30 Philosophers: A New Look at Timeless Ideas," delves into the collective wisdom of humanity. Tracing our journey through history, this book harnesses the insights of 30 anchor philosophers to illuminate fourscore of pivotal ideas--80 steppingstones towards the future. These touchstones span the evolution of human thought from 2600 BCE to the present, offering a pathway across the murky waters of our past. Journey with these 80 touchstones and harness o...