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"At a time when we must adapt to the changing character of conflict, this is a serious book on a serious issue that can give us the edge we need.”—General James Mattis, USMC, Ret."Left of Bang offers a crisp lesson in survival in which Van Horne and Riley affirm a compelling truth: It's better to detect sinister intentions early than respond to violent actions late. Left of Bang helps readers avoid the bang."—Gavin de Becker, bestselling author if The Gift of Fear

Set against the backdrop of the early 1990s, Deception Underway is a gripping, character-driven naval drama that immerses readers in the trials, friendships, and betrayals of life at sea and beyond. Inspired by true events, this novel follows Richard, a dedicated and ambitious U.S. Navy Electronic Warfare specialist, as he navigates the complexities of military life, the pursuit of love, and the harsh reality of deception among those he once considered his closest friends....

You walk into a restaurant and get an immediate sense that you should leave.You are about to step onto an elevator with a stranger and something stops you.You interview a potential new employee who has the résumé to do the job, but something tells you not to offer the position.These scenarios all represent "left of bang," the moments before something bad happens. But how many times have you talked yourself out...

Universally regarded as the greatest French political theorist and philosopher of education of the Enlightenment, and probably the greatest French social theorist tout court, Rousseau was an important forerunner of the French Revolution, though his thought was too nuanced and subtle ever to serve as mere ideology. This 2001 volume systematically surveys the full range of Rousseau's activities in politics and education, psychology, anthropology, religion, music and theater.

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In Deception Underway, debut author and U.S. Navy veteran Patrick Riley delivers a gripping, coming-of-age naval memoir-turned-novel that explores loyalty, deception, and the pursuit of love across oceans and duty stations. Set against the backdrop of late Cold War naval operations, the story follows young Electronic Warfare Technician Richard as he navigates the intense camaraderie—and betrayal—within his crew while holding on...

As clear, concise, and concrete as its subject, Patrick Riley's The One–Page Proposal promises to be the definitive business guide to getting your best ideas fully understood in the least amount of time.Today more than ever, business decisions are made on the fly first impressions can make all the difference. Now, in the first book of its kind, successful entrepreneur Patrick Riley shows you how to boil all the elements of your business proposal into one persuasive page ma...

Patrick lives his life by the clock—fast jets, no commitments, and no chance of falling. But when Alina steps into his path, everything changes. She's sharp, stunning, and gone before morning.Now his life's in danger, and the only person who can save him is the woman he hasn't been able to forget. She's not just fierce—she's trained, lethal, and smarter than anyone has a right to be. And she's the one standing between him and the bullet with his name on it.Thrown together i...

Let your imagination run wild with this collection of short stories. Featuring fantastic characters, worlds, and different moments in time, these tales will keep you on the edge of your seat. Whether you're reading by the fireplace on a cold winter night or out under the stars, these stories are sure to capture your heart. So, curl up with choose your favorite story and get lost in an enchanted world.Here are a few stories you’ll love from this book:The War of The Ghosts - ...

This reader introduces students of philosophy and politics to the contemporary critical literature on the classical social contract theorists: Thomas Hobbes (1599-1697), John Locke (1632-1704), and Jean-Jacques Rousseau (1712-1778). Twelve thoughtfully selected essays guide students through the texts, familiarizing them with key elements of the theory, while at the same time introducing them to current scholarly controversies. A bibliography of additional work is provided. The classical so...

This collection of original essays by the nation's leading political theorists examines the origins of modernity and considers the question of tolerance as a product of early modern religious skepticism. Rather than approaching the problem through a purely historical lens, the authors actively demonstrate the significance of these issues to contemporary debates in political philosophy and public policy. The contributors to Early Modern Skepticism raise and address questions of the...

Travel back in time to the boyhood of one of the most popular poets of the early twentieth century. Author of "Little Orphan Annie," "The Old Swimmin' Hole," and hundreds more poems, "Bud" Riley spent his childhood in mid-nineteenth century Indiana, where stagecoaches were a common sight, rope swings were the only thrill rides, and telling spooky stories by firelight was the best entertainment of all.Praised by parents, teachers, and historians, the Young Patriots Series is an idea...

One night. That's all it takes to change everything.Johannah's vacation with her friends is meant to blow off steam, not fall into the pull of Jaxon Cristiano—the man with a reputation and walls no one dares to cross. But one look is all it takes. The spark. The hunger. The way his eyes pin her in place.She doesn't wait. She moves closer. Her hand brushes his, and suddenly the man who never lets anyone in wants more. Needs more.Every glance between them is a challen...