Step aboard the dawn of modern aviation and witness the extraordinary birth of America's Contract Air Mail system in Taking Off 1926 by Jon M. Hamilton. Through rare First Flight Covers, historic U.S. postage stamps, pioneering pilots, and remarkable aviation stories, this richly illustrated volume brings the golden age of airmail to life.From Charles Lindbergh and Henry Ford's aviation ventures to dangerous early air routes flown without radar, radio, or modern navigation...

“This promises to be a great resource for churches seeking to know the Word of God more fully.” — Carl R. TruemanIn his letter to the Ephesians, Paul elaborates on, in a most wonderful way, the God-given, Christ-secured, Holy Spirit-applied privileges of the Christian life. Here, perhaps more than anywhere else in the New Testament, we are brought face to face with the “unsearchable riches of Christ” (3:8). Step by adoring step, Paul introduces us to the spiritual blessing...

Set in 1960s Dallas, this novel follows four interconnected characters as they struggle to find identity, hope, and belonging in a community gripped by fear and uncertainty. When a disturbing discovery shakes the neighborhood, long-buried tensions rise to the surface, exposing fractures beneath the town’s quiet exterior.As suspicion spreads and loyalties are tested, the search for truth becomes inseparable from the search for self. What begins as a mystery surrounding a possible mu...

This literary collection brings together short stories, poems, and a novella that reflect a world on the edge of change, capturing life in the years leading into the twenty-first century. Set largely against the backdrop of Southern California, the pieces explore identity, longing, and the quiet moments that define a generation shaped before the rise of social media.Through lyrical language and intimate storytelling, the book evokes the spirit of the 1990s—its emerging individualis...

Set in mid-1970s Dallas, The Language Of Fate: Volume 2 continues the sweeping narrative of A Dallas Story, tracing the intertwined lives of Black families and teenagers during homecoming season—a time when ambition, identity, and destiny collide.Connie Porter, a driven yet self-doubting senior shaped by her bold, fashion-forward mother, wrestles with expectations of womanhood and independence. Jeremiah, a thoughtful football player, begins to question a racially ...

Set in 1970s Dallas, The Language Of Fate: Volume 1 continues the unfolding saga of A Dallas Story, where high school football becomes a powerful lens on race, ambition, and inequality in a changing America.Jeremiah, a determined young athlete, refuses to accept defeat—on the field or in life—even as teammates and adults around him grow resigned to limited expectations. Friday night games illuminate the broader culture of Texas football, exposing sharp divides bet...

What makes a hero? Are they born or made?Do they have a choice?These are the questions that are asked and answered in thenovel, "In Search of the Rabbit Man." 1968 is a time of changeand loss and discovery: of finding new identities, new strengthsand new voices.The author notes, "This is a story of how people overcomedisappointment and loss and find a new beginning. It also showshow fear, rumors, and myths can dictate the huma...

Just Like Paris is a compilation of short stories, poems, and a short novella that explores life in Southern California in the 1990's. Anaheim California is where the majority of the short dramas take place with characters who are exploring different aspects and levels of human relationship.

Are birds monogamous? Why do kookaburras laugh? Is the ivory-billed woodpecker really extinct? These fascinating stories feature the delightful and exotic sounds of birds, plus astute and informative commentary from bird lovers, bird experts, and sometimes birds themselves.Learn how naturalist F. Schuyler Matthews translated bird song into musical notes. Discover how the city of Chicago has drawn purple martins back to Lake Michigan, their historic habitat. Find out everything you ...

Experience a refreshing adrenaline rush on this NPR guided tour of the ultimate in outdoor fun: Whether whitewater rafting on the Hudson River, mountain climbing in the Himalayas, kayaking in Alaska, airboarding in Oregon’s Cascade mountains, or bungee jumping in Australia, each story is an amazing sound adventure—and a great escape.The NPR Sound Treks series features outstanding audio documentaries, stories, and commentary from the NPR archives. Each volume features sound...

From rainforests to deserts, mountains to plains, the sea to the sky, animals raise their voices in an eclectic and thrilling chorus. This collection celebrates the unique calls of the keel-billed toucan, Guatemalan coatimundi, hammerhead bat, Central African elephant, urban katydid, and many more intriguing creatures whose sounds we seldom hear.The NPR Sound Treks series features outstanding audio documentaries, stories, and commentary from the NPR archives. Each volume f...

Implement tactics used by Stanley Cup champions to train mental skills.Achieving excellence on the ice is a culmination of countless hours of physical training, but the importance of mental preparation cannot be overstated. On the Inside Edge: Mastering Hockey’s Mental Game explores the most important psychological aspects of the game, offering guidance based on the latest research in sport science as well as behind-the-sc...