The process of Divorce is indeed painful. And if the misery of a prolonged battle for custody and monetary settlements are added to it then it is almost excruciating. Children from such a marriage are usually seen to be laboring under considerable emotional stress already and a custody battle is agonizing for them as well.   In some cases though, it is imperative to discuss the question of child custody before the couple legally separate. The question of custody being ...

Palenque is one of the best known and oldest Mayan archaeological sites. But recently little has been published on the ongoing work here. Marken's collection brings the archaeological record of Palenque up to date. Chapters cover a wide range of topics from architecture to hieroglyphic texts, from broad issues of chronology to settlement to theoretical and methodological issues concerning architectural excavations. Palenque represents an important update of research for any Mayan archaeolo...

HOUSES OF THE HOLY: A Nightmare Web of Hate, Crime, Corruption and Child Abuse is the true story they never wanted you to hear of one man' s battle for truth— and the price he paid. When Mark Harris, a decorated former Air Force Special Operations pilot, filed a routine restraining order to protect his two young sons, he had no idea he was stepping into a nightmare. That single act set off a chain reaction that exposed a hidden criminal empire— an alliance of white supremacists, rogue mili...

Exit Wounds is a thrilling anthology of crime stories written by masters of the genre, including Dean Koontz, Val McDermid, Lee Child, Jeffery Deaver, Elly Griffiths, Dennis Lehane, Joe R. Lansdale, and others.After an introduction by the editors, Paul B. Kane and Marie O’Regan, this collection includes the following stories:“The Bully” by Jeffery Deaver“Dead Weight” by Fiona Cummins“Like a Glass Jaw” by Mark Billingham“On The Anatomization of an Unknown Man

A dramatic tale of pain, rejection and healing. Nobody's Child tells of the gripping life of a troubled child and the road to peace. Mark Edwards was a young boy who came close to ending his life after being abandoned by his parents to the care system.This remarkable story of Mark's journey of adolescence, the rebellion, of forbidden love, his attempts at suicide, his emotional breakdown, being sectioned into a mental health asylum and the faith and love shown by a pastor, set Mark...

In this accessible guide, developmental pediatrician Mark Bertin demystifies ADHD and offers advice to overwhelmed parents that includes clear explanations of:Biological causes of ADHD, and the ins and outs of a thorough evaluationCommon symptoms, showing how they extend far beyond inattention and hyperactivityBehavioral, educational and medical approaches that increase academic and social successResearch proven mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques for parents...

It is no coincidence that many of Alistair MacLean's most successful novels were sea stories. In 1941, he was called up after volunteering for the Royal Navy and served as Ordinary Seaman, Able Seaman, and Leading Torpedo Operator. For the majority of his service, he was on HMS Royalist, a modified Dido-class light cruiser, seeing action in the Arctic, and operations against the German battleship Tirpitz . The ship then deployed to the Mediterranean taking part in Operation Dragoon the inv...

Supporting an Explosive Child with ADHD: A Parent’s Guide to Raising and Empowering Neurodivergent KidsParenting a child with ADHD can be both challenging and rewarding. This comprehensive guide is designed to empower parents with effective strategies to support their neurodivergent child in navigating life's complexities. Whether you're dealing with emotional outbursts, trouble focusing, or challenges at school and home, this book is your roadmap to fostering resi...

This carefully crafted ebook: "Slavery: Not Forgiven, Never Forgotten" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Memoirs Narrative of Frederick Douglass 12 Years a Slave The Underground Railroad Up From Slavery Willie Lynch Letter Confessions of Nat Turner Narrative of Sojourner Truth Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl History of Mary Prince Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom Thirty Years a Slave Narrative of the Life of J. D. Green The Life of Ol...

e-artnow presents to you the greatest Christmas novels, magical Christmas tales, legends, most famous carols and the unique poetry of the giants of literature dedicated to this one and only holiday: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) A Merry Christmas & Other Christmas Stories (Louisa May Alcott) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Silent Night The Night After Christmas The Child Born at Bethlehem The Adoration of the Shepherds The Visit of the Wise Men As J...

Looking for a captivating story to ignite your child's imagination? Whisk your child away on an unforgettable adventure with Tom Sawyer! This beloved classic by Mark Twain follows Tom's escapades along the Mississippi River. From skipping school and forming a secret society to embarking on a thrilling treasure hunt, Tom's adventures are filled with laughter, excitement, and lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the power of imagination. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is more than just a fun...

The child in many post-apocalyptic films occupies a unique space within the narrative, a space that oscillates between death and destruction, faith and hope. The Child in Post-Apocalyptic Cinema interrogates notions of the child as a symbol of futurity and also loss. By exploring the ways children function discursively within a dystopian framework we may better understand how and why traditional notions of childhood are repeatedly tethered to sites of adult conflict and disaster, a connect...