Poetry is no doubt an attempted distillation of a moment in time, an interlude. In as much as we are all present in the cosmos right now, cosmic pretty much sums up the location of the present moment in time. This collection of some 50 odd moments, distilled into anthology form, is offered up in the hopes that the whimsy contained will remind you of one or more of your own cosmic interludes.

Explore how the roots of the ancient Christian tradition inform and shape faithfulness todayThe Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible enlists leading theologians to read and interpret scripture creedally for the twenty-first century, just as the church fathers, the Reformers, and other orthodox Christians did for their times and places.A rich resource for preachers, teachers, students, and study groups, the BTC provides guidance for reading the Bible u...

The Land of the Divided: American Civil War Collection is a compelling anthology that intricately weaves the diverse literary styles and reflective narratives of the Civil War era. Through poignant short stories, essays, and narrative accounts, the collection captures the tumultuous landscape of a nation in conflict. From heart-wrenching battlefield scenes to intimate portrayals of homefront struggles, each piece conveys the enduring complexity and the profound human experience of the war....

The groundbreaking biography of a forgotten civil rights hero.In the tempestuous mid-19th century, as slavery consumed Congressional debate and America careened toward civil war and split apart–when the very future of the nation hung in the balance–Charles Sumner’s voice rang strongest, bravest, and most unwavering. Where others preached compromise and moderation, he denounced slavery’s evils to all who would listen and demanded that it be wiped out of existence. M...

Just any old perfect summer night in Italy; cyclist Stephen Sumner was riding his old-timer motorbike home from pizza with friends and found himself between the headlights. A hit and run accident left him for dead in a Tuscan farmers field. Somehow he survived, only to open his eyes, days later, and realize that his life had changed forever: his left leg was gone above the knee. Stephen had been given a new and very different life; lopsided maybe, but a life nonetheless. He moved forward, ...

The 'Tales of Civil War: 40 Books Collection' stands as an exemplar of multifaceted storytelling, combining a rich array of literary styles from historical narratives to personal memoirs and fictionalized accounts, woven together under the singular, sprawling theme of the American Civil War. This anthology captures the tumultuous period with vivid descriptions and varied perspectives, reflecting the spectrum of human experiences and emotions elicited by this watershed moment in American hi...

This collection includes all the great novels and stories written after the turmoil, the trauma and the heroism experienced during the American Civil War: The Red Badge of Courage (Stephen Crane) The Little Regiment (Stephen Crane) The Veteran (Stephen Crane) An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge (Ambrose Bierce) A Horseman in the Sky (Ambrose Bierce) Chickamauga (Ambrose Bierce) The Private History of a Campaign That Failed (Mark Twain) A Curious Experience (Mark Twain) The Guns of Bull Run (...

In this grizzly anthology of the undead, four fascinatingly horrid dystopian universes are described, with zombies taking centre stage.Included are:What Will Come After - Scott EdelmanIn this most personal of zombie stories, the author imagines himself as the protagonist, looking ahead to what would happen after his own death . . . and rebirth.Christmas with the Dead - Joe R. LansdaleThe ultimate in ho...

The 'American Civil War Collection' is a compelling anthology that explores the complexities, struggles, and ideologies of a nation divided. This collection weaves together an array of narratives, ranging from suspenseful tales of battlefield valor to poignant reflections on the human condition during one of America'Äôs most turbulent eras. Each piece within this anthology contributes to a mosaic that reveals the multifaceted experiences of the Civil War, showcasing a diversity of literary...

The 'American Civil War Collection' is a masterfully curated anthology that captures the multifaceted nature of the American Civil War era through a mosaic of narratives, ranging from military chronicles to personal accounts. This anthology features a rich tapestry of literary styles, encompassing the precision of historical retellings, the fervor of fictional depictions, and the introspective quality of memoirs. Embedded within are poignant tales that shed light on the human condition ami...

The Tales of Civil War: 40 Books Collection provides a comprehensive tapestry of narratives drawn from one of the most transformative periods in American history. This anthology comprises a wide spectrum of literary styles, from the vivid realism of Stephen Crane to the penetrating social critiques of María Ruiz de Burton, encompassing the suspenseful storytelling of Ambrose Bierce and the reflective introspections of Henry F. Keenan. The works within span genres as diverse as historical ...

The 'Civil War - Boxed Set: 40+ Historical Novels & Tales of the American War' presents a remarkable collection that weaves together a panoramic view of the American Civil War through a diverse array of narratives and literary styles. The anthology captures the multifaceted essence of the era, delivering an enlightening blend of historical novels and personal tales tinted with touches of realism, romance, and adventure. By encompassing works from a wide range of voices, the collection does...