The history of South Texas is more racially and ethnically complex than many people realize. As a border area, South Texas has experienced some especially interesting forms of racial and ethnic intersection, influenced by the relatively small number of blacks (especially in certain counties), the function and importance of the South Texas cattle trade, proximity to Mexico, and the history of anti-black violence. The essays in African Americans in South Texas History give insight i...

The Bible Alone? presents a competing look at the biblical roots, historical precedent, and logic behind using only the Bible as an infallible source of truth. This short book affirms the importance of Scripture as a divinely given foundation for our faith and also encourages the reader to consider the need for an authority established by Christ for its trustworthy interpretation. The Bible Alone? was edited by Marcus Grodi and includes contributions from various authors,...

Ignatius of Antioch and Polycarp of Smyrna were two of the greatest leaders of Christianity in the first half of the second century. Their combined writings provide a unique window on the faith, life, and practice of the early Christians. Careful reading of these writings demonstrates the unique place that the early Fathers of the Church hold in establishing the foundations of historic Christianity. Their relevance for contemporary ecumenical discussions is beyond dispute.

What does a man do when he arrives at a place in his career where he is doing what he always wanted to do, only to find that he really wanted something more? In his mid-thirties Kenneth Howell was teaching in a Protestant seminary after nine years of Presbyterian ministry. After receiving the highest degree possible in his field, he was exactly where he wanted to be. The future looked very bright. But two nagging questions wouldn't let him alone. Is what he believes really true? Does he re...

Popular culture helps construct, define, and impact our everyday realities and must be taken seriously because popular culture is, simply, popular. Communication Perspectives on Popular Culture brings together communication experts with diverse backgrounds, from interpersonal communication, business and organizational communication, mass communication, media studies, narrative, rhetoric, gender studies, autoethnography, popular culture studies, and journalism. The contributors tackle such ...

This holiday, we proudly present to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas stories. Over 250 of them are included by your favourite authors:Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Willa Cather, Beatrix Potter, Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Hans Christian Andersen, E.T.A. Hoffmann, O. Henry, Mark Twain and many more!

In "Emile Zola," William Dean Howells delves into the life and works of the eminent French novelist, revealing the intricate narrative style and social realism that characterized Zola's contributions to literature. Howells employs a critical lens, discussing Zola's innovative techniques, such as his meticulous descriptions and the use of the naturalist approach, which sought to depict life with unflinching honesty. The text situates Zola's literary efforts against the backdrop of 19th-cent...

Anthology of Christmas Stories is a unique collection of Christmas tales, reflections, and poems from beloved authors across the centuries and makes the perfect gift for the reader in your life. This beautiful treasury will take you back to firesides, simple gifts, and warm family moments of Christmases past as you cherish the timeless truths and joys of the season.Contents:Charles DickensA Christmas CarolThe ChimesG.K. ChestertonA Christmas Ca...

Fourier analysis is one of the most useful and widely employed sets of tools for the engineer, the scientist, and the applied mathematician. As such, students and practitioners in these disciplines need a practical and mathematically solid introduction to its principles. They need straightforward verifications of its results and formulas, and they need clear indications of the limitations of those results and formulas. Principles of Fourier Analysis furnishes all this and more. It provides...

In "Modern Italian Poets; Essays and Versions," William Dean Howells presents a compelling exploration of Italian poetry in the late 19th century, featuring insightful essays and thoughtful translations. This work reflects Howells's nuanced understanding of the cultural and literary landscape of Italy, capturing the essence of poets such as D'Annunzio, Pascoli, and Carducci. His literary style is characterized by clarity and erudition, seamlessly blending critique with literary versions th...

Does Texas’s experience as a republic make it unique among the other states? In many ways, Texas was an “accidental republic” for nearly ten years, until Texans voted overwhelmingly in favor of annexation to the United States after winning independence from Mexico. Single Star of the West chronicles Texas’s efforts to maneuver through the pitfalls and hardships of creating and maintaining the “accidental republic.” The volume begins with the Texas Revolution and examines whether or not a t...

In "A Modern Instance," William Dean Howells crafts a compelling narrative that captures the complexities of marriage and societal expectations in post-Civil War America. Set against the backdrop of an evolving social landscape, Howells employs a realist literary style, characterized by its intricate character development and a keen observation of everyday life. The protagonist, George H. Trumbull, embodies the struggles of moral integrity amidst a changing moral code, revealing the tensio...