General Ward’s Colonial Army is an enlightening collection of articles giving the history of the Massachusetts minute-men and militia that first engaged the British during the Revolutionary War. When this series was originally published for The Massachusetts Magazine, 1908–1918, the periodical proved an authoritative resource on the officers of the Massachusetts Revolutionary regiments and has been compiled, edited, and updated for a modern audience by Keith A. Brough. This book, pulling e...

In Mrs. Humphry Ward's novel, 'Sir George Tressady,' readers are transported to the late 19th century English society, exploring themes of love, politics, and social class. The book is written in a Victorian style, rich in detail and character development, with a focus on the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations. Ward's intricate storytelling and historical accuracy provide a compelling narrative that sheds light on the political landscape of the time. 'Sir George ...

Ethics, Literature, and Theory: An Introductory Reader brings together the work of contemporary scholars, teachers, and writers into lively discussion on the moral role of literature and the relationship between aesthetics, art, and ethics. Do the rich descriptions and narrative shapings of literature provide a valuable resource for readers, writers, philosophers, and everyday people to imagine and confront the ultimate questions of life? Do the human activities of storytelling and complex...

The Bullet Points anthology offers classic stories alongside stories from up-and-coming authors, including: Harry Turtledove, "The Phantom Tolbukhin"; George Tomkyns Chesney, "The Battle of Dorking"; Mia Dalia, "Forget Me Not"; A. P. Howell, "Used Armor Smell"; M. V. Melcer, "Ships Made of Guns"; and Marc A. Criley, "The Golden Rays of the Morning Sun." This is an anthology based on Bullet Points, an online military science fiction magazine. Bullet Point Press publishes fiction that contri...

When someone leaves an abusive marriage, life isn't instantly fixed. Women who have experienced domestic violence feel shattered. Because of the trauma they've been through, a bond with their abuser has formed that keeps them tied together long after they've physically left.Karen DeArmond Gardner understands these difficulties all too well. And she intimately knows what women in this situation need in order to gain freedom from the lies of abuse—to be reborn as the people God longs...

Hekate and Diana. Odin and Apollo. Freyja and the Witch-Lord. Eternal Haunted Summer was born in the late summer of 2009. It was created as a place where Pagans and polytheists and witches (and non-Pagans with a love of the old myths) could feature their short stories and poems and essays with those of a like mind and similar beliefs and practices. EHS has grown steadily over the years, due entirely to the wonderful contributors whose works fill its digital pages. Without their creativity ...

Told for the first time, here is the story of a stray dog who eventually became affectionately known as Sergeant Stubby, the most famous war dog of World War I. Beloved award-winning children's author Ann Bausum brings her friendly writing style and in-depth research to her first book for adults.Stubby's story begins in 1917 when America is about to enter the war. A stray dog befriends Private J. Robert "Bob" Conroy at the Connecticut National Guard camp at Yale University, and the...

You won’t see these stories on CNN or read them in your local newspaper, but Jesus Christ is doing miracles in some of the most unlikely places around the world. And He can do so right where you live as well. Right now.This book will help you break out of the box of limited Christianity and tap into God’s awesome power—like its author, whose faith has propelled him out of the boardroom and into villages in Mongolia, India, Congo, Cuba, and dozens of other needy nations. Dois Rosser...

Never forget that life is not divided into semesters; in real life you don’t get summers off. Never assume that others are enamored of your pets, children, or singing voice. Never forget that if at first you don’t succeed, sky diving is not for you.In this deceptively simple yet powerful book, noted author and media expert Michael Levine lays out hundreds of simple admonitions that, when followed, add up to an excellent guide for a happy and successful life. Instead of telling us w...

Current Approaches to Occupational Health deals with problems and progress in relation to occupational health. This book is organized into 21 chapters written by different contributors. The occupational health issues covered by these chapters include ethical problems in occupational medicine, the role of legislation, regulation and enforcement in occupational health, the monitoring of occupational risks for cancer and the identification and intervention for problem drinkers at work. This b...

Current Approaches to Occupational Health 2 is a compilation of articles that review the progress in the fields of occupational health, occupational medicine, and occupational hygiene. The book presents industry reviews of the rubber, coal mining, agriculture, and diving industries; occupational health problems; and toxicology, epidemiology, hazard management, work, education in occupational medicine, and health education at work. Occupational health professionals, physicians, and students...