When Catechism of the Catholic Church broke onto the N.Y. Times bestseller list, its astonishing success confirmed the overwhelming interest of Catholics and Protestants in understanding modern Catholicism. Has the recent openness among denominations affected Catholic teachings? In the new spirit of cooperation, is there any reason why Catholics and Protestants should remain divided?This powerful and insightful examination of the Catholic Church provides:...

Das Buch von Jim McCarthy behandelt das Spannungsverhältnis von Erwählung und Vorherbestimmung einerseits und der Verantwortung des Menschen auf der anderen Seite. Dem Autor gelingt es, diese schwierige Thematik für jeden Leser verständlich zu machen. Er wählt dazu die Form eines Romans. Dessen Handlung ist so überaus fesselnd entfaltet, dass man das Buch kaum aus der Hand legen wird, und gipfelt in einer verblüffenden Lösung. Doch Spannung allein wäre zu wenig. Die Ausführungen sind zudem...

One of The Atlantic’s “Great American Novels of the Past 100 Years,” now with a new foreword by Marlon JamesWidely considered one of the finest novels by a living writer, Blood Meridian is an epic tale of the violence and corruption that attended America’s westward expansion, brilliantly subverting the conventions of the Western novel and the mythology of the “Wild West.” Its wounded hero, the Kid, a fourteen-year-old Tennessean, must confront the...

This is the uncensored, independent guide to the career and music of Iron Maiden. Dave Artwoods authoritative text traces the Iron Maiden story from East End pubs through the triumphant Hammersmith Odeon shows and on to the stadium rock phenomenon that we know today. Also included is a discography and critical review of Iron Maidens music. This independent and unaligned eBook was made with complete editorial freedom. It is uncensored and is not endorsed by, or in any way associated with, p...

A brilliant and bloody examination of the axe's foundational role in human history, from prehistoric violence, to war and executions, to newspaper headlines and popular culture.For as long as the axe has been in our hands, we have used it to kill.Much like the wheel, the boat, and the telephone, the axe is a transformative piece of technology—one that has been with us since prehistory. And just as early humans used the axe to chop down trees, hunt ...

Written by the pioneer of atrial fibrillation surgery, Dr. James Cox, Cox's Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation is the authoritative guide to the fundamentals of atrial fibrillation, the evolution of surgical ablation, and current techniques of atrial fibrillation ablation. In this ground-breaking reference, Dr. Cox, along with co-editors Drs. Patrick M. McCarthy, S. Chris Malaisrie and other national and international authorities, defines the principles of atrial fibrillation and ot...

The holidays always seem to bring out the best in everyone, with heartfelt hugs for long-missed friends, sincere smiles in the spirit of the season, and a feeling of magic in the air…An Enchanted SeasonHere is a collection of paranormal romances celebrating the holidays as never before. From a shape-shifting leopardess who wants a pack-mate to be her soulmate to a surprise snowstorm that brings a surprise gift, these all-new tales by Erin McCarthy,...

Across a spectrum of academic disciplines, the topic of globalization is at the forefront of contemporary efforts to understand a dynamically changing world society. How might critical social theory respond creatively to the challenge of thinking and theorizing globalization in its full complexity? Globalizing Critical Theory collects essays by scholars at the forefront of Critical Theory as they confront this timely topic. This book offers readers a chance to see contemporary Cri...

For having made rave music before, during and after the death of the scene, for having invented dance rock, and for shocking the entire world, The Prodigy are one of the greatest and most influential acts of the last 20 years. Having sold over 25 million records worldwide, The Prodigy continue to show how a huge number of influences can form one cohesive style of music. Whilst never conforming to a set style, the band have been making music in a league of their own for a long time, and doi...

Written by eminent sociologists, this book introduces and assesses some of the most influential, recent sociological theories. Each chapter explains the theory and describes a related program of empirical research. Chapters are authored by the actual founders (and/or leading exponents) of these theoretical programs; many chapters contain a description of the inception, growth, and present status of the theoretical program. The book covers a broad range of sociological concerns, from the in...

This is the true story of Lady Gaga featuring explosive interviews with Lady Gaga from around the world.The real influences, desires and aspirations of Lady Gaga are laid bare in this powerful and candid eBook and which features a unique and totally uncensored profile of Lady Gaga and her work.The pressures of her rapid ascent to fame and stardom are explored in a host of celebrity interviewees including Angie Bowie. Made with complete editorial freedom this powerful independent eBook has ...

40 Civil War Memoirs of Confederate Soldiers is an indispensable anthology chronicling the myriad experiences of Confederate soldiers during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. The collection spans a broad spectrum of literary styles, from detailed personal diaries to reflective memoirs, and captures the essence of the Civil War from a Southern perspective. The anthology's rich tapestry of narratives reveals not only the heroism and hardships faced by these men but also...