For the most part, the badgers and the rancher minded their own business. Except, of course, for those pesky Badger Brothers. The Badger Brothers, being badgers, dug holes. Rancher Wayne, being a rancher, filled them up again. Then one day, the Badger Brothers dug up a problem and everything changed. While some problems require a mending wall, you don’t need good fences to make good neighbors.Sometimes, all you need is a Badger.

The sunlight saved you. They had set the wire across the road, the three dead-eyed riders, the third man exuding an almost subhuman filth. Had they meant to kill you or just sever your legs? Your hog is wrecked, your arm is broken, but your anger is intact – always. You're small for a biker, but you can outthink most of the human race and you're tenacious, vicious as you seek revenge. Not for the damage to your body, but for their unforgivable arrogance of letting you live.Turkle kn...

Get ready to enter the working world of illustration with this freshly updated second edition of Brazell and Davies's Becoming a Successful Illustrator.This edition features even more 'Spotlight on…' sections, with advice from practicing illustrators as well as the people that commission them. You can enjoy added coverage in fields such as moving image, character illustration and social media. There are also new exercises to get you started planning and building your busin...

Though it is not uncommon for historians to have something to say concerning philosophical strands in Jefferson’s thought, that something is usually insubstantial—often misleadingly so—or inchoate. Overall, precious little has been said. The significance of the man and the richness of his thought demands that this defect be remedied.Thomas Jefferson and Philosophy is a collection of nine new essays on philosophical elements in Jefferson’s writings. The first of its kind, this colle...

On July 11, 2054, in the capital city of the new world government, someone murdered the governors wife. Although absolutely certain that the young man currently sweating bullets on Death Row for the crime is innocent, the governor has no solid evidence. Powerless to stop the execution without incriminating his son, the governor turns to the only person he can trust.Nick Trevor, on his first case as a private investigator, has a scant seventy-two hours to save an innocent man. With ...

How and what to teach about religion is controversial in every country. The Routledge International Handbook of Religious Education is the first book to comprehensively address the range of ways that major countries around the world teach religion in public and private educational institutions.It discusses how three models in particular seem to dominate the landscape. Countries with strong cultural traditions focused on a majority religion tend to adopt an "identification ...

Derek Russell Davis argues that mental health professionals working in a hospital or clinic setting can learn much from playwrights about the psychological processes in mental illness. Looking at such diverse characters as Orestes, Hamlet, Lear, Ophelia, Peer Gynt, Oswald Alving and Blanche Dubois, Dr Davis shows how madness in plays is put into the context of the crucial experiences in an individual's history and current relationships, and demonstrates that these stories can be a new and ...

Study of church and state in the United States is incredibly complex. Scholars working in this area have backgrounds in law, religious studies, history, theology, and politics, among other fields. Historically, they have focused on particular angles or dimensions of the church-state relationship, because the field is so vast. The results have mostly been monographs that focus only on narrow cross-sections of the field, and the few works that do aim to give larger perspectives are reference...

The subject of Ethan Hawke's 2024 biopic "Wildcat", Flannery O'Connor's incisive explorations into themes traditionally reserved for philosophical or theological discourse, using the medium of Southern Gothic literature, ensure her place not only as a critical figure in American literature but as a profound commentator on the human experience. Her works challenge the reader to confront the darkness within and the potential for transcendence, making her contributions invaluable to the field...

Welcome to Stock Market Basics, the second in a series of books designed to help you master the fundamentals of money and investing. Whether you're just starting your journey toward understanding money and investing or perhaps seeking to deepen your understanding, this series is designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate all complexities.Financial literacy is more crucial than ever. Unfortunately, many individuals find themselves overwhelmed by the myr...

One thing people fail to understand is that getting an iPhone can be thrilling and intimidating all at once! On the other hand, it’s like getting a new toy (just as lovers of pet get their favourite pets) which is one of the best phones money can buy. Moreso, being arguably the best phone means it comes packed with lots of features.This guide will enlighten you on how to master and set up all the essential features of the new iPhone 12, including basic and advanced tips and tricks ...

"Sprung: LIfe After Prison" is a compelling exploration of the multifaceted challenges and triumphs faced by ex-convicts as they reintegrate into society. The journey from incarceration to freedom is complex and fraught with obstacles, but it is also a path filled with opportunities for personal growth, redemption, and societal contribution. This book delves deep into the realities of life after prison, offering a comprehensive guide for ex-convicts, their families, and anyone interested i...