Some promises are made for a lifetime. Some are broken by a war no one can stop.In a quiet Texas village, Mary O'Riander has loved Josh Ford for as long as she can remember.When she was a little girl, she followed Josh and her older brother, Mike, everywhere, determined never to be left behind. As the years pass, her childhood admiration grows into a love neither she nor Josh can ignore. Beneath an old oak tree, beside a familiar creek, and during stolen moments away from t...

John Davy (1790-1868) was an English doctor and brother of the chemist Sir Humphrey Davy. After graduating from Edinburgh University, in 1814 Davy became Inspector General of Army Hospitals, and he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1834. In his capacity as Inspector General, he spent 1845-1848 living in Barbados and visiting other Caribbean Islands. This volume, first published in 1854, describes the society and culture of Barbados and other islands, including Trinidad, Tobago a...

Ancient Greek lives on in our culture in surprising ways. Sometimes funny - the word for an actor, hupokrites, gives us 'hypocrite'; sometimes beautiful - an astronaut is literally a sailor of the skies. And that's before we get to the myths which gave us our Achilles heel or our Midas Touch. And what about crocodile tears, which comes from the Greek's belief that crocodiles cried while eating their victims!This is a learned but always entertaining journey through the world of the ...

Stretching from the Ice Ages to the present day, this masterful account traces the political, social and cultural history of the land that has come to be called Wales.Spanning prehistoric hill forts and Roman ruins to the Reformation, the Industrial Revolution and the series of strikes by Welsh miners in the late twentieth century, this is the definitive history of an enduring people: a unique and compelling exploration of the origins of the Welsh nation, its development and its ro...

Lieutenant Jack Strong leads his team of elite marines to a distress beacon in the far reaches of colonization. Expecting faulty equipment, they instead find themselves in the first stages of war against a species similar to mythical demons.The Colony is a fantastic short story of military warfare and science fiction, with an ending that will leave you questioning everything.

Are you a parent of a highly sensitive child, seeking guidance and support to nurture their unique qualities? Look no further! Introducing "A Step By Step Guide to Parenting Highly Sensitive Kids," your comprehensive resource for understanding, supporting, and empowering your sensitive child.What's Inside:Expert Insights: Gain valuable insights from child psychologists, educators, and experienced parents who understand the world of highly sensitive children.Understa...

Opdyke is known as the Ghost Planet for good reason. Those who are forced to terraform the icy planet, never leave. When Val Lucas finds himself on the prison train bringing fresh souls to the labor camp, he has other plans. Earning the trust of several within the camp, Val begins to plan their escape. Now, it's a matter of surviving the frigid weather, packs of ferren (ice wolves) and the Continuum soldiers who will hunt them. That's only the beginning.True adventure awaits them in...

Are you navigating the exhilarating journey of parenting adult children and seeking valuable insights for fostering strong, meaningful connections? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide is your compass to successfully traverse the dynamic terrain of parenting in the later stages, offering a wealth of wisdom, practical advice, and heartfelt guidance.Key Features:Transitioning with Grace: Explore strategies for gracefully transitioning into ...

Embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment with our transformative guide, "Overcoming Self-Condemnation and Low Self-Esteem." This comprehensive resource is designed to help you break free from the shackles of negative self-talk, self-doubt, and low self-esteem, empowering you to embrace your true worth and live a fulfilling life.Inside, you'll find practical strategies and empowering techniques to overcome self-condemnation and cultivate a healthier sense of self-esteem....

In a distant galaxy, planets are on the brink of civil war. While the totalitarian Legion prepares its troops, Captain Adam Michaels sees opportunity in the field of smuggling. Now, along with the rest of the Gunship's crew, Adam will chase their biggest payday yet. Of course, they'll have to face vampires, orc, true love, and plenty of other perils along the way. Gunship is the perfect mix of whiskey, saloons, spaceships and alien races.

The lost city of Atlantis is real. As Lieutenant Josh Pierce discharges from the military following eight tough years of service, he comes home to find his life turned upside down. Shortly after, strangers arrive to volunteer Josh for a meeting with a secretive Atlantis team.Unlike anything you've read before, Lost City is a story of love, deception and exploration, all tied to a city that thrived thousands of years before our own civilization. As the mission of the Atlantis team sl...