One of the most commonly asked questions about Scientology is this: how can a person of sound mind believe any of it and fall into this very amateurish-looking trap? Why does it seem so valuable that people sacrifice all their energy, time and money for this system, which seems suspicious even at first glance? And how can such a seemingly primitive scam still exist after almost 70 years?The initial question is answered by the shocking story of Diana Dudas.The book was first...

Beyond the walls of Brindlebrook lies a world Charlie has only ever dreamed of—a realm where reality bends, shadows whisper, and the impossible becomes possible.When a mysterious visitor offers Charlie a chance to escape his confined existence, he embarks on a journey that challenges everything he thought he knew. With an unlikely companion by his side, Charlie traverses landscapes of wonder and peril, where a sinister force looms and every step teeters between revelation and ruin....

Fox & Rabbit is the first in a graphic novel series from author Beth Ferry and illustrator Gergely Dudás for emerging readers about the simple magic of true friendship.Easygoing Fox and anxious Rabbit seem like total opposites. But, somehow, they make the perfect pair! Whether searching for hidden treasure or planting a garden in their own backyard, Fox and Rabbit find everyday magic at every turn.On this first adventure, the pair ...

Human Histology: A Text and Atlas for Physicians and Scientists, Second Edition offers full-page, low-magnification photomicrographs for organs and tissues surrounded by high-power images of the same sample. Each specimen is followed by a compact and simple-to-read description of the structures identified on the micrographs, offering a clear, visual understanding. In addition to 300 outstanding images, this new edition includes schematics of each organ for a more detailed representation, m...

This textbook provides insights into common benign and malignant diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine, covering anatomy, cancer, and functional diseases. Divided into 11 sections, the book offers up-to-date insights into epidemiology, physiology, pathology, diagnosis, treatment, and care with an emphasis on advanced treatments, including surgery, therapy, and radiotherapy, from both eastern and western perspectives. Chapters ad...

Is the God of the Hebrew Minor Prophets compatible with Plato's God? To answer this concern, the concepts of justice, beauty, and truth are examined in light of the Old Testament alongside the dialogues, notably the Republic. Since Plato does not necessarily or directly talk about God, like in the Jewish (or Christian) tradition, the bridgeway in addressing the concern is to consider the ethical principles common to both worldviews. Thus, this is a philosophical-theological investigation o...

Book #2 in the graphic novel series from New York Times bestselling author Beth Ferry celebrates the magic of making believe and making new friends—now in paperback!Fox and Rabbit are very best buddies. They do everything together. Good things like getting ice cream and not-so-good things like getting bad haircuts. But when they meet a new friend, Owl, Fox isn’t so sure if there’s enough friendship to go around.Soon enough, Fox learns that it’s eas...

Book 3 in the Fox & Rabbit graphic novel series is full of surprisesFox and Rabbit are cooking up something very special for Sparrow’s birthday! Sparrow loves food, so Fox and Rabbit team up with Owl to create the world’s biggest pizza. But since they don't have the world's biggest oven, they don’t know how to cook it.Fox and Rabbit decide to ask for help from Dragon. They’ve never met Dragon (who hopefully likes to eat pizza, not foxes or rabbits . . .), so...

A lively and rigorous historical exploration of how a scientific idea from the cybernetic prehistory of AI has informed radical politics—and vice versa.Politically, “self-organization” is all about bottom-up, spontaneously democratic processes. It’s the term we reach for to describe massive social movements that seem to erupt out of nowhere, everywhere and all at once. Meanwhile, in the sciences, “self-organization” names the way living organisms, emergent systems ...

In the evolving landscape of digital product development, navigating the complexities of emerging technologies, user expectations, and team dynamics can feel daunting. This book aims to simplify this by offering a holistic perspective on modern product development through the lens of user focus. It emphasises the key role of user research throughout the product development lifecycle. From uncovering needs to creating innovative solutions, each product development phase is investigated, wit...

Global Children's Literature in the College Classroom explores the importance of children's literature as a pedagogical resource in any college course. It can be used to introduce a complex topic, give students a glimpse into a specific culture, or expand the way students think about education and teaching. Global children's literature is particularly useful in language classrooms, education programs, and classes that discuss globalism and colonialism. This book includes fifteen essays (re...

A powerful story of courage, resilience, and the human cost of war in Eastern Ukraine. Daughter delves into the lives of those caught in the crossfire of the Ukrainian conflict, exploring themes of identity, loss, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Through the eyes of its heroine, the novel offers a poignant and unflinching look at the realities of war, from the front lines to the shattered homes and hearts left behind.This is a testament to th...