Written in 1948, 1984 was George Orwell’s chilling prophecy about the future. And while 1984 has come and gone, his dystopian vision of a government that will do anything to control the narrative is timelier than ever... Winston Smith toes the Party line, rewriting history to satisfy the demands of the Ministry of Truth. With each lie he writes, Winston grows to hate the Party that seeks power for its own sake and persecutes those who dare to commit thoughtcrimes. But as he starts to think...

THE BOOK BEHIND THE SECOND SEASON OF GAME OF THRONES, AN ORIGINAL SERIES NOW ON HBO.Here is the second book in the landmark series that has redefined imaginative fiction and become a modern masterpiece.A CLASH OF KINGSA comet the color of blood and flame cuts across the sky. And from the ancient citadel of Dragonstone to the forbidding shores of Winterfell, chaos reigns. Six factions struggle for control of a divided land a...

Rooted in the values of the rural George family, this memoir traces James T. George’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings in the South to a distinguished Army career, entrepreneurial success, and enduring mentorship. Blending vivid storytelling with hard-earned leadership insights, it reflects on nearly 30 years of military service and 25 years as founder and CEO of Management Support Technology Inc. (MSTI). More than a chronicle of achievement, the book honors the quiet strength of f...

Retail Shoe Salesmanship by George F. Hamilton, Frank Butterworth, H. T. Conner, and A. H. Geuting is a practical guide to effective retail selling techniques within the footwear industry. Covering customer relations, merchandising, sales strategies, and store operations, this classic manual provides valuable insight into professional retail management and successful salesmanship.

How did Mary, filled with grace since her conception, live her life in the Holy Spirit? How can she teach us to do the same? Popular author Fr. George Montague, a Marianist priest and a highly respected biblical scholar who has been involved in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal since 1970, is uniquely qualified to address this topic. In short meditations, Fr. Montague focuses on various aspects of Mary's life and the Spirit's involvement in each of them. He also reflects on her collaboratio...

“Brains before bullets” – ancient and modern wisdom for “mechanics and motorcycle enthusiasts”Essential reading for fans of the show, this book takes readers deeper into the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club, the Teller-Morrow family, and the ethics that surround their lives and activities.Provides fascinating moral insights into Sons of Anarchy, its key characters, plot lines and ideasInvestigates compelling philosophical issues cent...

In 1857, Charles Spurgeon—the most popular preacher in the Victorian world—promised his readers that he would publish his earliest sermons. For almost 160 years, these sermons have been lost to history. In 2017, B&H Academic began releasing a multi-volume set that includes full-color facsimiles, transcriptions, contextual and biographical introductions, and editorial annotations. Written for scholars, pastors, and students alike, The Lost Sermons of C. H. Spurgeon will ad...

Life as a Magical Engineer has never been quite as I expected it would be, but the truth is, I wouldn't change it for the world.Sure, there have been a lot of obstacles. My apartment was blown up, I was kidnapped, my psycho cousin even tried to have me killed. And now, my parents are forcing me to marry someone they picked.However, I also met some pretty amazing people, helped AMIA dismantle the resistance, and even stopped a coup from happening.But...

The anthology "Poetical Works of Johnson, Parnell, Gray, and Smollett" is a compelling collection that vividly illustrates the diverse literary styles and thematic richness of 18th-century British poetry. This collection juxtaposes the reflective musings on human nature of Samuel Johnson with the pastoral elegances found in Thomas Parnell's works. Thomas Gray's command of lyricism and his melancholic odes, coupled with T. Smollett's incisive satire and biting wit, create a tapestry of poet...

Community mental health has evolved as a field of practice and as a research discipline during the last 50 years. Now newer concepts, such as shared decision-making, the recovery approach, evidence-based practice, implementation science, telemedicine, and mobile device technology, are adding layers of texture to this domain. These developments require an ever more sophisticated understanding of the very latest evidence and experience in community mental health care to respond to the values...

"Remixing the Classroom" In Practice engages directly with Randall Allsup's groundbreaking Remixing the Classroom: Toward an Open Philosophy of Music Education by sharing what democratic, creative, and student-centered approaches to music education look like when applied in the field.Through narrative essays covering a spectrum of contexts, including piano studios, choir ensembles, pre-service teacher education, and digital music spaces, "Remixing the Classroo...

In 'The Greatest Christmas Stories of All Time - Premium Collection,' readers are invited into a tapestry of festive tales that span cultures and centuries, offering an immersive exploration of the spirit of Christmas. This anthology masterfully juxtaposes the poignant with the whimsical, contrasting the somber reflections of societal change with the timeless joy of holiday traditions. With stories that provoke thought and stir the heart, this collection not only preserves the rich literar...