Mike Thomas should have known that it wouldn't be that easy. As a retired Police Detective working as a PI spying on the occasional cheating spouse, Mike should have known that he'd been out of the game to long. Leaving behind the badge and the violent world that had come with it once he'd met Marci; Mike thought that he was done with that life. But, when Marci asks for Mike's help investigating a corrupt cop that may have been involved in a friend's death, he had no idea it would lead to ...

It’s estimated that one in three people have suffered an acquired brain injury in their lifetime. Yet so little is understood about brain health and its various injuries, especially the daily and personal effects. Author Len Roach knows these effects personally. He’s been learning to cope with them for thirty years.Skull Fragments: Expressions of My TBI Life is a memoir that began with the author’s desire to understand what happened to him after two traumatic brain injuries. The mo...

This beautifully illustrated, moving and revelatory book will inspire readers to see that it is often that which gives us the deepest sorrow in life that can bring us the greatest joy.'Welcome to my world. I have autism.'But A Painful Gift is not about my autism. It is about the struggle to be truly ourselves in the world. To be fully human, to touch people and to be touched by people in return.'Autism is a blessing, a gifted way of seeing the world. It is also deep...

In "Beau Geste," Percival Christopher Wren crafts a compelling adventure novel that takes readers on a journey into the heart of the French Foreign Legion. Infused with themes of honor, bravery, and sacrifice, the narrative revolves around the valorous acts of the titular character and his brothers, who are bound by loyalty and an indomitable spirit. Wren's vivid prose and meticulous attention to detail bring the harsh desolation of the North African desert to life, while his skillful char...

In "Hero and Leander," Christopher Marlowe crafts a poignant narrative of tragic love set against the backdrop of Greek mythology. This narrative poem, primarily composed in elegant, rhythmic blank verse, explores the passionate yet doomed romance between Hero, a priestess of Venus, and Leander, a youth from Abydos. Marlowe's distinctive literary style merges classical themes with Elizabethan sensibilities, showcasing his gift for lush imagery and poignant emotional depth. The poem's explo...

Bringing together major archaeological research projects from Virginia to Alabama, this volume explores the rich prehistory of the Southeastern Coastal Plain. Contributors consider how the region’s warm weather, abundant water, and geography have long been optimal for the habitation of people beginning 50,000 years ago. They highlight demographic changes and cultural connections across this wide span of time and space.New data are provided here for many sites, including evidence fo...

In "The Poems and Prose of Ernest Dowson, With a Memoir by Arthur Symons," readers are introduced to the delicate musings of Dowson, a pivotal figure of the Decadent movement in late 19th-century literature. His work oscillates between vivid imaginations and somber reflections, marked by a lyrical style that exudes musicality and melancholy. Dowson's verses encapsulate themes of love, loss, and existential longing, often drawing on rich symbolism and intricate imagery that together create ...

Truth waits for eyes unclouded by longing.'Lao-Tzu (poet and philosopher)In this collection of short, contemplative, enlightening reflections, spiritual teacher and Quaker Christopher Goodchild, inspired by his own experiences, guides you through his spiritual and philosophical journey to his truest and most peaceful self. Written from a 'soul' perspective, the book reveals how, by looking beyond vulnerability to see innate strength, and searching beyond pain and turmoil to...

In "Snake and Sword," Percival Christopher Wren crafts a riveting tale set against the backdrop of early 20th-century colonial India, where adventure and intrigue intertwine with themes of honor and bravery. The narrative unfolds through the lens of vivid descriptions and dynamic characterizations, typical of Wren's literary style, reminiscent of the adventure novels of his contemporaries. Richly imbued with local color, Wren uses the exotic setting to explore complex relationships amidst ...

In "Driftwood Spars," Percival Christopher Wren crafts a rich, adventurous narrative that weaves together themes of maritime life, romantic entanglements, and the relentless spirit of exploration. Set against the backdrop of the rugged coastlines and tempestuous seas, Wren's prose is characterized by vivid imagery and a keen attention to the detailing of both the natural environment and the intricacies of human relationships. This novel reflects the early 20th-century literary fascination ...

7 Stunden intensives Hör- und Sprechtraining in allen wichtigen Bereichen der englischen GeschäftssprachePraxisnahe Dialoge vermitteln die wichtigsten Redewendungen und Sätze für Vorstellungsgespräche, Telefonate, Small Talk und Meetings sowie Verhandlungen und Präsentationen.Sowohl britisches als auch amerikanisches Englisch wird berücksichtigt. ...

In 'Stepsons of France,' Percival Christopher Wren intricately weaves a narrative that explores themes of identity, loyalty, and redemption against the vibrant backdrop of post-World War I France. Wren's prose is characterized by its vivid descriptions and rich characterizations, inviting readers into the lives of those grappling with the tensions of a rapidly changing society. Through his masterful storytelling, Wren captures the essence of a generation striving to reclaim their lives ami...