The first biography of George Walker, a uniquely Afro-American tale of innovation and triumph despite the odds; the story of an underdog with a bite!Finalist for the 2025 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award in the Performing Arts & Music categoryThe Rediscovery of George "Nash" Walker is the first biography dedicated to the life and cultural contributions of this actor, writer, and prod...

The official journal of the Mid-America Theatre ConferenceWhere past and performance converge—scholarship that moves the stage forward.Theatre History Studies (THS) is a peer-reviewed journal of theatre history and scholarship published annually since 1981 by the Mid-America Theatre Conference (MATC), a regional body devoted to theatre scholarship and practice. The conference encompasses the states of Illinois, Iowa, Nebra...

There are two overlapping themes which serve as the focus of Cultural Translation and Receptions of Paul in the First Four Centuries : (a) “reception” of the apostle Paul in subsequent Christian traditions, and (b) the hypothesis that while Paul himself continued to think as a Jew, he was subsequently re-interpreted by non-Jews in non-Jewish and anti-Jewish ways: the so-called “Paul within Judaism” school.The distinctive focus of this volume is on the dynam...

This book contains every single mention of food in the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings.Inspired by the Lord of the Rings Book Series, readers of the Indulgence of the Ring Dessert Cookbook will journey to Middle-Earth, be guided through the food preparation process, taste and consume the flavors of each Book. Recipes are inspired by the Lord of the Rings book series.Have fun with some tasty treats. Manual labor and following directions will be required. Your hands will be covere...

The Hemlock: A Literary Arts Journal – Spring Issue 07 | May 2025The Spring 2025 issue of The Hemlock is a vivid tapestry of voices and visions from around the world. This edition brings together an extraordinary collection of poetry, fiction, flash fiction, non-fiction, visual arts, and book reviews, showcasing the work of writers and artists from diverse nationalities, cultures, and creative traditions.Each page is a doorway into...

Receptions of Paul during the First Two Centuries: Exploration of the Jewish Matrix of Early Christianity examines the historical context of Paul and the way Paul's Jewish heritage was received. Contributors take into consideration the aftermath of the Jewish War and its impact on the development of the Jesus movement and early Christian-Jewish relations in the following period. The chapters come to the conclusion that after the Jewish War, the reception of the authentic Paul was transform...

In "The Endowed Charities of Kensington: By Whom Bequeathed, and How Administered," Edward Morton Daniel intricately explores the historical and social frameworks that underlie philanthropic endowments in Kensington. This meticulously researched work combines narrative history with detailed archival inquiry, shedding light on the beneficiaries, motivations, and administration of the charitable contributions that have shaped the local community. The literary style embodies both clarity and ...

Dive deep into the vast realm of literary brilliance with '90 Masterpieces You Must Read (Vol.2)', a rich tapestry of narratives that span continents and centuries. This anthology masterfully orchestrates an array of themes ranging from existential musings and social reform to romantic escapades and timeless philosophical inquiries. The works contained within showcase a plethora of literary styles, from the Gothic elements woven intricately through dark and mysterious passages, to the star...

Exploring a tapestry of human emotion, morality, and philosophical inquiry, '180 Masterpieces You Should Read Before You Die (Vol.2)' offers a rich array of literary styles that have shaped world literature. Assembled in this collection are seminal works that span genres, from the Gothic and the Romantic to the Realist and Modernist epochs. The anthology encapsulates the cultural zeitgeist of their respective eras while delivering diverse narrative styles and philosophical depths—featuring...

Step into a world awakening with spring in "May Garden," a vibrant poem by John Drinkwater. Witness the first blush of green on the apple tree, like emeralds scattered overnight. Delicate pear buds shimmer with the promise of autumn's harvest. And beneath the sun-drenched wall, a vibrant cluster of sixty daffodils bursts into joyous bloom. Drinkwater's evocative language paints a scene bursting with life. But a deeper meaning lies beneath the surface. As the garden flourishes, the speaker ...

The Moulster and Griffiths nursing model is the first developed specifically for learning disability nurses. This book describes the model and offers a solid framework to assess, plan, reflect on and evaluate person-centred care.With approximately 1.5 million people in Britain living with a learning disability and a proven correlation between the use of models of care and the achievements of outcomes for those supported, this book is the perfect tool for learning disability nurses....

Value chains are a vital part of how our world operates, yet we are only beginning to understand how to make them sustainable. This volume addresses the crux of that challenge by presenting a broad array of options for understanding and managing the complexity of sustainability initiatives that affect, and are also influenced by value chains. Its chapters present diverse perspectives on both political and private sector governance, including governmental regulations and private standards, ...