To the sea they ran, and so beganthe most unlikely tale:A girl and a hound, horizon-bound,as their little boat set sail.Layla loves to sail the seven seas and she does this all by herself. But one day, while visiting port, she finds a little dog who is flea-bitten and lonely. Soon Layla and Fred are a team, living the sea-faring dream. But every adventure has an end, and sometimes you have t...

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In the 1970s, Latin American theologians were instrumental in developing the concept of integral mission. This volume explores how contemporary Latin American theologians are building on the legacy of integral mission, and the controversies it raised, to reflect on a wide range of issues such as the economy, culture, the environment, discrimination, and transcultural missions. Drawing on authors from across the continent, this volume offers a valuable insight into the diversity and richne...

In Theology and the Marvel Universe, fourteen contributors examine theological themes and ideas in the comic books, television shows, and films that make up the grand narrative of the Marvel Universe. Engaging in dialogue with theological thinkers such as Willie James Jennings, Franz Rosenzweig, Søren Kierkegaard, René Girard, Kelly Brown Douglas, and many others, the chapters explore a wide variety of topics, including violence, sacrifice, colonialism, Israeli-Palestinian relations, virtu...

This is an open access title available under the terms of a CC BY 3.0 IGO licence. It is free to read at Oxford Scholarship Online and offered as a free PDF download from OUP and selected open access locations. In recent years, typhoons have struck the Philippines and Vanuatu; earthquakes have rocked Haiti, Pakistan, and Nepal; floods have swept through Pakistan and Mozambique; droughts have hit Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia; and more. All led to loss of life and loss of livelihoods, and re...

It is a bedrock American belief: the 1950s were a golden age of prosperity for autoworkers. Flush with high wages and enjoying the benefits of generous union contracts, these workers became the backbone of a thriving blue-collar middle class. It is also a myth. Daniel J. Clark began by interviewing dozens of former autoworkers in the Detroit area and found a different story--one of economic insecurity caused by frequent layoffs, unrealized contract provisions, and indispensable second jobs...

In Secrets of the Wealthy: Insights from Millionaires, uncover the habits, mindsets, and strategies that millionaires use to build and sustain their wealth. This insightful guide reveals the financial principles and decision-making tactics that set the wealthy apart, providing you with a roadmap to elevate your own financial journey. Through practical advice and real-life examples, Secrets of the Wealthy explores how high-net-worth individuals think about money, invest wisely, and capitali...

Genocide mass murder massacres. The words themselves are chilling evoking images of the slaughter of countless innocents. What dark impulses lurk in our minds that even today can justify the eradication of thousands and even millions of unarmed human beings caught in the crossfire of political cultural or ethnic hostilities? This question lies at the heart of Why Not Kill Them All? Cowritten by historical sociologist Daniel Chirot and psychologist Clark McCauley the book goes beyond exp...

Introducing the dream team of school supplies, here to get you ready for school and calm any first-day jitters! This delightful board book is the perfect back-to-school read!From crayons to paperit’s the time of yearto meet new friends,because school is near!Perfect for your little one’s first day of school, meet the dream team of school supplies: a colorful cast of characters that includes crayons, pencil, paint set, ...

⚽ The Perfect Gift for EVERY Football Fan ⚽Are you ready to unleash your inner football superstar?Introducing "BE THE G.O.A.T. - A Pick Your Own Football Destiny Adventure," a thrilling adventure book tailored for young readers aged 9 to 13. With its immersive "Choose Your Own Adventure" experience, you'll step into the boots of the legendary Lionel Messi and shape your soccer destiny with every turn of the page.���� Begin Your Jour...

The Adventures of Bindle is a delightful collection of humorous stories written by Herbert Jenkins. The central character, Mr. Joseph Bindle, first appeared in a novel in 1916 and went on to feature in several sequels. In the preface to the books, T. P. O'Connor described Bindle as "the greatest Cockney that has come into being through the medium of literature since Dickens wrote Pickwick Papers." These stories revolve around the comedic drama of life at work, at home, and all the adventur...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Portugal.Discover Portugal's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from learning how to cook a cataplana (seafood stew) on a working quinta in Tavira, to taking in the constellations with a stargazing session in the Alqueva, and admiring the well-preserved mosaics at the Conímbriga Roman Ruins.