Find out what boxing, self-defense and training looked like in the 18th century. Published in 1888, this book will take you back in time to discover where it all began. Get some 'old-school' tips and inspiration on how training and diet was done before the days of modern gyms and supplements.

Author's Foreword: What! another book? Certainly, why not? Is there not more sin? Shall we not do all in our power to counteract it? We preach a sermon to a congregation of a few hundred, and a certain amount of good may be accomplished; but in preaching through a book we have a congregation of thousands. Hence, we take pleasure in adding to the number of books already in circulation. A goodly number of years ago the author was conducting revival services in a southern Iowa...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In 2003, Major William Edwards and Lt. Col. Robert P. Walters of the 165th Military Intelligence Battalion were given the near-impossible task of improving the U.S. Army's security posture at Abu Ghraib prison under unfathomable conditions. With input from officers who served with them, their candid firsthand accounts of life at the notorious prison reveal unpublished detai...

Author's Preface: Our apology for writing this book is, the people need it. We are placing it before the public, because we know its truths will be eye-openers along lines much neglected, yet greatly needed. We have endeavored to stick to the text, making the work to correspond with its title. We expect criticism, censure and possibly hatred from some sources; but we have the satisfaction, that we have written conscientiously and carefully, with the object in view to help i...

"The Palm Tree Blessing" by William Edward Shepard is a profound exploration of faith, resilience, and the human spirit. Through vivid imagery and poignant storytelling, Shepard invites readers to reflect on the blessings that life offers, even amidst challenges. The narrative weaves together personal anecdotes and universal truths, creating a tapestry of hope and inspiration. The palm tree, a symbol of strength and endurance, serves as a central motif, reminding us of the beauty that can ...

Author's Preface: We send forth these pages with the prayer that all that meets the approval of Christ may be blest to the upbuilding of His Zion, and that all mistakes may be overruled and may not make any lasting impression upon the reader’s mind. If any one is disposed to seek for mistakes, we can save him the trouble of looking, for they are here, and one can generally find what he is looking for. So let the critical mind save itself time and labor by handing the book to some h...

A spy thriller that will change your view of the Cold War forever, by a former special forces officer and 'the thinking person's John le Carre'**'The thinking person's John le Carré' Tribune'Edward Wilson seems poised to inherit the mantle of John le Carré' Irish Independent**'More George Smiley than James Bond, Catesby will delight those readers looking for less blood and more intelligence in their spy thrillers' Publi...

Evangelical Christians affirm together that a dreadful destiny awaits those who reject God's grace throughout life. According to the traditional view, that destiny will involve unending conscious torment in hell. However, believers are increasingly questioning that understanding, as both unbiblical and inconsistent with the character of God revealed in the Scriptures and in the man Jesus Christ. This internationally acclaimed book--now fully updated, revised, and expanded--carefully examin...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This collection of williamshakespeare's works includes all of williamshakespeare's poems and plays in an elegant souvenir edition and has been split into multiple books as the author's unrevised works could not be summed up in one book.Whether it's a shakespeare fan or someone discovering it now, this is the perfect collection to experience the drama of shakespeare's words.Inside you will read ab...

Edward M. Kennedy is one of the most influential senators in Congress. For the last 35 years, he′s played a major role in events ranging from the Vietnam War to Supreme Court confirmations. He′s also been closely associated with issues such as health care, civil rights and campaign finance reform. More than the foremost lawmaker and best orator in the Senate, he′s enthralled (and disappointed) a generation who saw him as the keeper of his famous brothers′ flame. He′s seen America -- and he...

BLAKE EDWARDSBlake Edwards: Film Director as Multitalented Auteur is the first critical analysis to focus on the dramatic works of Blake Edwards. Best known for successful comedies such as The Pink Panther series with Peter Sellers, Blake Edwards wrote, produced, and directed serious works in radio, television, film, and theater for seven decades. Although hit films such as Breakfast at Tiffany’s and ‘10’ remain popular, many of ...

"A compelling slice of mid-century espionage that expertly blends history with possibility. All comparisons that will inevitably be made with le Carré are entirely apt" Tim Glister'Edward Wilson seems poised to inherit the mantle of John le Carré' Irish Independent1949: William Catesby returns to London in disgrace, accused of murdering a 'double-dipper' the Americans believed to be one of their own. His left-wing sympathies have h...