Bold and beautiful, Forever Stamps tells the story of United States history, pop culture, and art through hundreds of vibrantly rendered stamps.Forever Stamps is a visually stunning cultural celebration of the United States, told by the beautiful and unique stamps issued by the United States Postal Service since its inception in 1775. For the first time, this book looks at the breadth of American history through the lens of stamps. It showcases th...

A new assessment of the British and Commonwealth contribution to the defeat of Japan in the Pacific. The monumental struggle fought against Imperial Japan in the Asia/Pacific theater during World War II is primarily viewed as an American affair. While the United States did play a dominant role, the British and Commonwealth forces also made major contributions—on land, at sea and in the air, eventually involving over a million men and vast armadas of ships and aircraft. It was a difficult a...

Essays on patristic biblical interpretation and doctrine, written by a renowned historical theologianBrian E. Daley, SJ, is a highly acclaimed scholar of early Christian theology. In a prolific career spanning more than forty years, he has published his research in a wide range of academic journals and edited collections; this book represents the first time that several of his studies of patristic biblical interpretation and doctrine have been brought together in o...

Three experts in Human Resources introduce a measurement system that convincingly showcases how HR impacts business performance.Drawing from the authors' ongoing study of nearly 3,000 firms, this book describes a seven-step process for embedding HR systems within the firm's overall strategy—what the authors describe as an HR Scorecard—and measuring its activities in terms that line managers and CEOs will find compelling. Analyzing how each element of the HR system ...

"Profusely illustrated, the book includes photographs of badges, ribbons, textiles, porcelain, glassware, and ephemera. Each item, however, also is provided with superb context through detailed explanations of the object's history, story, and rarity. These are delightful, easy reads that convey the author's zeal and mastery of his subject—no small feat, given the scope and scale of the collectables within." — International Churchill Society A Churchill Treasury fulfills a market need for p...

In today's fast-paced world where the demands of life can feel overwhelming, "There is No Tiger" serves as your definitive guide to breaking free from the cycle of overthinking and anxiety. Dr. Brian E. Arnold offers practical strategies grounded in mindfulness, cognitive behavioral techniques, and resilience-building exercises to help you regain control of your thoughts, embrace the present moment, and find lasting peace in your daily life. This transformative book equips you with essenti...

As you turn these pages, you will find yourself transported to a world of vivid landscapes, quirky anecdotes, and encounters with eccentric characters. Praised for its vivid imagery and dry wit, you will laugh, you will marvel, and perhaps, you will see a bit of your own journey reflected in this story. The people we meet and the places we go shape us in ways we often don’t realise. For in the end,this bookis not just one man’s story, it is a celebration of the human spirit, a testament to...

Follow along as Brian Minnick investigates and explores the deeper details of Montauk, and dives into the mysteries of Camp Hero & The strange experiments that were said to have taken place during The Montauk Project. Minnick who has been visiting Camp Hero since 1988, and has appeared on several network television shows on Montauk, is no stranger to this topic. In Montauk Is Strange, Brian shares some of his archives, eyewitness testimony from Long Island locals, and several field reports...

About the BookWho likes waiting for their favorite treat? Waiting on a Donut is the first in a series of fun adventures between a grandfather and his grandson as they venture out together to make everyday tasks fun!About the AuthorBrian E. Reed is an emerging author, originally from Chicago and now call’s Phoenix home. Brian has been married to Lynn over 40 years and is grandfather to seven who all inspire him to draw from their daily experiences and share their specia...

Before it was written there were a wide variety of views about the end of time held across different Jewish movements. Historically there have been four main methods of interpretation in both Judaism and Christianity, of which we see all on display in the New Testament. The controversy around interpretation of prophecy existed in the days of Jesus, led some to reject Christ, was not resolved by the Protestant Reformers, and still divides our churches today. This book looks at how we got he...

Book Three in Motivated Series by Brian E. Howard.It happened. It may have been a surprise, or it could have been anticipated, but at this point, what does it matter? You lost your job. Or, the frustrations at your current job have hit the boiling point. You just can’t take it anymore! In either case, change is inevitable. But, you’re over the age of 50 and intellectually or intuitively you know your age could be a factor in your job search. . .and, you are right. ...

A complete history of naval combat in the Mediterranean and North African campaigns throughout WWII.In the early summer of 1940, the Kingdom of Italy joined with Nazi Germany by challenging Britain for dominance in the Mediterranean region. With France on the verge of collapse and Britain facing imminent invasion, the Italians seized upon a rare opportunity to re-establish control. Heavily outnumbered, the British Mediterranean Fleet and its ground and air forces br...