We like to believe we are civilized.History suggests otherwise.In this provocative book, Gary Hewitt argues that humanity never outgrew its emotional childhood. The evidence is everywhere: political tantrums, leaders driven by insecurity, tribal identities masquerading as morals, and cultures terrified of uncertainty.• When fear rises, we choose strongmen.• When trust dies, imagination fills the gap.• When truth is hidden, conspiracy...

A curious goose decides to lay her eggs on the balcony-three floors above the ground of an apartment building-and suddenly one quiet life is turned upside down. From tapping at the window for more grass to build her nest, to squeezing through the railing, this feathered visitor brings surprise, laughter, and a whole lot of heart-warming moments to the neighborhood.But as the days tick by... will the eggs ever hatch?Will the snow return too soon?Can one hum...

15 Authors give their interpretation of the Garden of Eden, addressing the speculative question, "Who was with Adam and Eve in the garden?" Contains flash fiction stories, short stories, and poetry with a diverse range of characters that includeDust motesGnomesWater RatsRoachesGhostsAngelsVirtual charactersand moreYou'll be surprised, shocked, frightened, and amused. Every page is riddled wit...