Some pursue heroism, others are thrust into it.Superheroes. They live among us, some hidden in plain sight, others as well-known celebrities. All carry a burden and a purpose: to destroy the evils of this world and keep the common man safe from harm.But evil is a strong thread that refuses to be cut. How much sacrifice will be demanded to destroy that which seeks to destroy us, and are there enough heroes to do the job?Experience a collection of sho...

The Ultimate Herbal Medicine Guide for Natural Healing Practices: IN-Depth Herbal Medicine Book, Nature's Remedies for Health and Wellness-Herbal Medicines HandbookGreetings, intrepid culinary explorer! ✨Do you hear the whispers of ancient wisdom every time you sip on a soothing cup of chamomile or savor the zesty goodness of turmeric? An enchanting dance of history, culture, and science swirls in every herbal concoction, waiting to be unearthed and celebrated. Dive hea...

In this fresh creative approach to theology, Elizabeth Johnson asks how we can understand cosmic redemption in a time of advancing ecological devastation. In effect, how can we extend the core Christian belief in salvation to include all created beings? Immediately this question runs into a formidable obstacle: the idea that Jesus's death on the cross was required as atonement for human sin—a theology laid out by the eleventh-century theologian St. Anselm.Constructing her argument ...

Looking Beyond: Invitation to Understanding Global SustainabilityBy: Rosemary JohnsonLooking Beyond: Invitation to Understanding Global Sustainability encourages all humans to realize that each of us shares a responsibility for the present environmental crisis. A combination biography with personal passion and research, Rosemary Johnson will inspire you to expand your way of thinking, emphasizing that one person can make a difference in the world—even you!About the Au...

How can special education teams create effective IEPs that improve student outcomes and meet legal requirements? Find practical answers in the second edition of this one-stop IEP guide, updated with new chapters on key topics, online resources, and practical features that make this edition perfect for either preservice courses or in-service teamwork.Current and future education teams will get a thorough introduction to IEPs and a comprehensive framework for IEP development...

The Canadian Mountain Assessment provides a first-of-its-kind look at what we know, do not know, and need to know about mountain systems in Canada. The assessment is based on insights from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit knowledges of mountains, as well as findings from an extensive assessment of pertinent academic literature. Its inclusive knowledge co-creation approach brings these multiple forms of evidence together in ways that enhance our collective understanding of mountains...

Bringing together the latest research and understanding on selective mutism, this edited book gives essential information on the various treatment and therapy options. Experts in the fields of speech and language therapy, psychology, music therapy education and communication offer a wide range of professional perspectives on the condition, while case studies from people with selective mutism, past sufferers and parents reveal the personal impact. The book also clarifies what support a pers...

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A unique anthology of articles and essays to inspire animal-themed creative writingDespite all we know about the sentience of animals, society tends to view and treat nonhuman animals as lesser creatures. And for society to change its views, writers must change their views. We must look closely at how we depict animals and ask ourselves difficult questions. For example, are we using animals for our writing in a way that is authentic and fair? Or are we using them f...

Wodka, or Tea with Milk’ takes the reader on an immersive, rollercoaster ride into the Solidarnosc years in 1980s Poland. Marya Weiclawski is second-generation British, the daughter of Polish refugees who fled during World War Two. When her Cambridge University interview goes wrong her fault actually she resolves to seek out her Polish family whom no one speaks of, and her father’s RAF comrade, Pyotr Murkowski, whom her beloved dad, Jerzy, has suddenly stopped talking about. Marya becomes ...

Dive into a transformative journey. Embark on a comprehensive exploration of herbal medicine and ancient Indian healing wisdom, guiding you towards a life of holistic wellness and vitality.What to Expect:Herbal Medicine Unveiled: Embark on a journey into the world of herbal medicine, where ancient remedies meet modern science. Gain a deep understanding of the healing properties of herbs, from traditional uses to evidence-based r...

Materializing Ritual Practices explores the deep history of ritual practice in Mexico and Central America and the ways interdisciplinary research can be coordinated to illuminate how rituals create, destroy, and transform social relations.Ritual action produces sequences of creation, destruction, and transformation, which involve a variety of materials that are active and agential. The materialities of ritual may persist at temporal scales long beyond the lives of humans o...