An American shipload of Caplock rifles has been unloaded on the Texas coast. This new-fangled firepower could be vital to the Texians fighting for freedom from Mexico … if it ever reaches its destination. There's only one man General Sam Houston trusts to escort the Caplock shipment, and that's Jackson Baines Hardin … the 'Ole Devil' himself. Ole Devil is a man to be reckoned with, and this time he's got a pistol-packin' girl and a sword-swinging Oriental in his corner. But he hadn't count...

Around the home, the wind and the birds whistle. Sunbeams, filtered by trees, limbo across the lacquered wooden floor.Some nights, danger lurks. Bandits. Gunshots in the wee hours of the morning. A thief sneaks into a neighbour's home.Despite the fears, mother and daughter create a haven.The mother is wise, kind to one and all. Yet she shoots words so sharp, she quells the petty thief and his foul-mouthed girlfriend into submission. The daughter wallows in self-depr...

The official book celebrating 100 years of the Grand Ole Opry—an intimate, gorgeously illustrated behind-the-scenes look at the American institution and world-renowned stage for country musicPacked with spectacular photos and tributes from country music’s biggest names, 100 Years of Grand Ole Opry is a glorious, one-of-a-kind celebration, and a must-have for any country music fan.This centennial celebration showcases the beloved institution’s histo...

This seminal work offers the liberating and powerful methods of Diamond Way Buddhism for readers seeking to incorporate Buddhist practice into their daily lives.

Mathematics is an activity—something we do—not just something inert that we study. This rich collection begins from that premise to explore the various social influences, institutional forces and lived realities that shape and mould the study and practice of mathematics, and are moulded by it in turn.These twenty-one essays explore questions of mathematics as a topic of philosophy, but also the nature and purpose of mathematics education and the role of mathematics in moulding citi...

The residents from Camden-sur-Mer retirement home think Halloween south of the border is pretty frightening. Terrifying tableaus, mummies, candy skulls... and one of their group suddenly dead of a heart attack. Then, on their next outing, there’s another tragedy – murder on a dark beach in Ensenada.The good news is that those unsinkable senior sleuths Angela and Caledonia have a fascinating new crime to investigate. In fact, with a ruthless killer calling the shots, they may have s...

Have you ever felt stuck with methods, tools and skills that do not match the increasing complexity you are part of? Would you like to work in new ways that strengthen thinking, communication and collaboration?Visual Collaboration introduces a new and innovative way of working and collaborating that will help you successfully manage complexity for yourself, your team, and your entire organization.The method of this book unlocks any team�s ability to collaborate in ...

Welcome to the world of original vintage ornament.This unique step-by-step tutorial of constructing an ornament may be of interest for students of art, experienced artists, or anyone who would like to have an introduction to the area of ornament drawing.This book has two advanced features. Firstly, this is a working tutorial. It allows anyone to learn the basics of ornament design and in a few days to be able to create custom ornaments. Secondarily, this book would provide th...

Steam Deck OLED Complete Handbook: From First Boot to Pro-Level Customization & Gameplay Master your Steam Deck OLED with this all-in-one handbook designed for both new users and seasoned PC gamers. Whether you’re unboxing your device for the first time or diving deep into advanced tweaks, this guide walks you through every essential step—from setup and game installs tosystem mods, controller mapping, and visual performance tuning. Inside, you’ll learn: How to set up your Steam Deck OLED f...

Poker is an extraordinary worldwide phenomenon with major social, cultural, and political implications, and Poker: The Parody of Capitalism investigates the game of poker as a cultural expression of significance not unlike art, literature, film, or music. Tracing the history of poker and comparing the evolution of the game to the development of capitalism, Ole Bjerg complicates prevalent notions of “casino capitalism” and correspondingly facile and simplistic comparisons of late c...

Denim, Diamonds and Death offers a fine collection from authors supporting the 50th Anniversary of the Bouchercon World Mystery Convention in Dallas, Texas.Here are fifteen stories that run the gamut from heists to revenge, intricate plots to secrets uncovered, and more than a few tales that defy easy classification.Proceeds from the sale of the book will go to the 2019 Bouchercon’s official charity, Literary Instruction for Texas (LIFT).Edited by Rick Ollerman with...

If you love Star Trek, you will love Ole Doc Methuselah.He’s renowned throughout the universe, a star among stars. . . Ole Doc Methuselah is his name, and saving the universe is his game. He journeys with his bag of tricks to the far corners of the cosmos, cutting out the corruption and cruelty, and containing the warped psychology plaguing mankind.So if you’re looking for an adventure to remember, this is just what the doctor ordered.“Classic adventures...