One woman’s explosive true story about her romance with President John F. Kennedy, her role as his liaison to the criminal underworld, and the terrible aftermath that followed.A Dangerous Beauty reveals the harrowing story of the woman at the center of one of America’s greatest political scandals.In 1960, Hollywood socialite Judith Campbell Exner was introduced to Senator John F. Kennedy in the throes of his run for president. Their secret romance ...

How Augustine Can Help You Lead Your Congregation Toward Healing and UnityPastoral ministry often exposes pastors to deep brokenness--in church members, in congregations, and even in themselves--leaving many pastors feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and uncertain. How can a pastor guide a congregation toward healing and unity when these ideals feel so far out of reach?Seasoned pastor and seminary professor Mark D. Allen turns to Augustine of Hippo, a trusted, ...

Jorian Tal has lived through every age of man, training great heroes and watching those he loved age and die, or worse, fall to darkness in countless wars. Disillusioned and out of faith in humanity, the last thing he needs is another student to train.Daughter of an ancient noble house, Sarannya Tatara's path is already decided, and yet she dreams of forbidden things: swords, dragons, and a life she can never have—until the day she holds one of the General's blades in her hand....

Average People Extraordinary Trail is written for anyone that has an interest in the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) or hiking in general. You don't have to be an experienced hiker or professional outdoorsman to enjoy a day or a year on the A.T. Enjoy a "desk hike" while reading the author's daily journal entries from his 2009 A.T. thru-hike. Prepare for your own hike or just learn a little about the Appalachian Trail. Each chapter has a planning section and an equipment section. Over 100 photogr...

It’s 1963 and a group of young pacifists have signed up as volunteers to build a small road bridge for a community near Locri, a town in Calabria, southern Italy. These disparate characters begin as comrades working for a common cause, yet their ideals are tested in arguments over the collective good versus the rights of the individual, while personal desires quickly create further schism. The touch-paper is lit when one of the volunteers, Italian heiress Isabella, who has affairs with two...

Life Term is a psychological thriller about a six-year-old boy who is sexually assaulted by a man on a riverbank. Many years later, whilst working as a psychiatric nurse, he seeks his revenge. However, despite a successful subsequent career in journalism and publishing, the shame and guilt lives with him until there is some resolution. On one level, Life Term is a page turner, which tells an absorbing story with twists and turns till the end. On another, it is about crime and punishment, r...

History of Finance: From the Origins of Stock Exchanges to Modern Financial Systems.Spanning centuries of evolution, ‘History of Finance: From the Origins of Stock Exchanges to Modern Financial Systems’ explores in depth the development of global finance, from the earliest forms of exchange and trade to the era of cryptocurrencies and decentralised finance. This book offers a detailed analysis of how the financial system has transformed, coping with crises, adapting to technological...

Pastoral ministry often exposes pastors to deep brokenness within church members, congregations, and even themselves, leaving pastors feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. How is a pastor supposed to lead a congregation toward healing and unity, which feel so out of reach?Mark D. Allen, a seasoned pastor and seminary professor, shows that Augustine is a credible and established authority who can help us make sense of life and ministry in an ever-changing world. This fifth-century bish...

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Apologetics at the Cross: Audio Lectures includes high-quality live recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant material from other sources.Amid the pluralism and secularism of Western culture, Christian apologetics has experienced a renewal of i...

Python is a cross-platform programming language. It can be used on various systems including Windows, Unix, Mac etc. It also comes with numerous modules that are cross-platform. However, Python has maintained a uniform user interface. Python supports integration with different database management systems (DBMSs). This means that you can access your data from a database with Python. This book explores every aspect of Python programming language. It will help you in preparing a solid compute...

Unleash greater potential from your talent by making people a top priority.Most executives would say that people are their most valuable asset; but even with the best intentions of putting employees first, companies can be held back by outdated policies. This business fable highlights 13 talent management principles, illustrating them in action at a fictional company with a charismatic and passionate Chief People Officer. Through the story, you will experience:best practice...

In the quaint town of Weston Springs, Ben Stewart has always been a pillar of strength for his family and community. His dedication to his responsibilities began at a young age, when he shouldered the weight of providing for his widowed mother. But as the years passed by, Ben found himself stuck in a monotonous routine, longing for more. A pivotal moment comes when Ben attends the joyous union of his friends. As he leaves the celebratory event with his loving girlfriend, a spark of realiza...