This book traces the journey of a young man who has had the good fortune to achieve his two boyhood dreams – to be a soldier, and to build bridges. Dan spent 20 years as a soldier, made up of 14 years in the Regular Army and then 6 years in the Reserve, completing service as a Lieutenant Colonel. Dan experienced 12 months active service in the Vietnam War as a troop commander, followed by two years in Papua New Guinea building a road to Kokoda. He achieved his second aim of bridge building...

Dan Simpkins, although born in Narrandera on the Murrumbidgee River in the south west of New South Wales in 1942, spent his childhood and formative years on the far north coast of the state. Because of his father's nomadic lifestyle, he attended five different one-teacher bush primary schools, so small that on two separate occasions when larger families relocated and the little schools had to close, his education proceeded by correspondence. Stability was achieved with the award of a state...

Before the Flood The lost town of Sopris lies silently beneath the depths of Trinidad Lake. Once a thriving mining community in the late 1800s, it was renowned for abundant coal deposits and a bustling population. Three generations called Sopris home. They fought in the Civil War, homesteaded and immigrated to work in the mines. Unfortunately, the town's fate took a drastic turn with the construction of the Trinidad Dam, which flooded the area and submerged the town. Authors Genevieve Faor...

Mark had two mistresses--the sensuous Genevieve, married but bored and insatiable in her demands; and the exotic Tchin-Yen, young, innocent, but obsessed by her desires. Together the three explored The Splendors of Passion... until they met Katia, whose penchant for the bizarre led them to the depths of evil.

Mark had two mistresses--the sensuous Genevieve, married but bored and insatiable in her demands; and the exotic Tchin-Yen, young, innocent, but obsessed by her desires. Together the three explored The Splendors of Passion... until they met Katia, whose penchant for the bizarre led them to the depths of evil.

This book is a collection of poems that came from my heart. They are spiritual and a variety of eccentric gems, both whimsical and serious in nature. I hope these poems will be both an inspiration and a shelter to you.

Inspired by the career of Judie Newman, a genuinely ground-breaking scholar in the fields of U.S. and postcolonial literature, this book moves beyond strict national or genre boundaries in its approach to American literature and cultural production.Power Plays in Transnational American Fiction derives its breadth and focus from an international range of contributors who examine the significant ways in which U.S. cultural texts travel across various contest...

The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world—but was everything we were told the truth? In this eye-opening book, inspired by the revelations of Dr. Bryan Ardis, we uncover the hidden agendas, financial incentives, and medical corruption that shaped the global response to the virus.From the controversial snake venom theory to the deadly consequences of hospital protocols, this book investigates how fear, misinformation, and cens...

In this inspiring journey of faith, the author explores spiritual resilience, weaving prayers, scriptures, and personal reflections to guide seekers towards divine communion. The text delves into Christian teachings, stressing Christ's sacrifice, the transformative power of belief, and the importance of aligning one's life with God's purpose. Readers are urged to ponder their spiritual walk, uncovering the blessings of grace and the call to live a life of righteousness. This narrative offe...

In Fitness Over 40: Stay Active and Healthy at Any Age, discover the essential strategies for maintaining strength, energy, and vitality as you age. This comprehensive guide provides fitness routines, nutritional tips, and lifestyle adjustments specifically tailored for those over 40 who want to stay active, prevent injuries, and promote long-term wellness. Whether you’re looking to start a fitness routine, improve flexibility, or enhance endurance, Fitness Over 40 gives you the tools to p...

Twelve-year-old Diddly Duggins would rather draw than learn about the B-O-R-I-N-G Great Memory Misplacement. No memories of dead loved ones, no grief—who cares?But that changes when the woman who raised him suddenly dies and he can't remember anything about her but her face and name.Diddly wants his memories back, and that means figuring out where they went. So when a tree-traveling stumpjumper named Runduncklety Snippet shows up and reveals that he too is on the hunt for l...

The Book of Revelation depicts Jesus as a lion who has conquered (Rev. 5:5). But what has Jesus conquered? And how has he done so? The Bible also repeatedly refers to Jesus as our "savior." But what does Jesus save us from, and how does he do so? This book is a scholarly introduction to Catholic soteriology-the branch of theology that seeks to answer these questions-as expressed in Scripture and Tradition. It guides the reader through the fundamental principles, issues, and questions, such...