War and Border Crossings brings together renowned scholars to address some of the most pressing problems in public policy, international affairs, and the intercultural issues of our day. Contributors from widely varying disciplines discuss cross-cultural ethical issues and international topics ranging from American international policy and the invasion and occupation of Iraq to domestic topics such as immigration, the war on drugs, cross-cultural bioethics and ethical issues invol...

    She was a sweet girl from a nice family and an ordinary neighborhood...    Now Ronda, at age 26, lives in a world of tricks, vice cops, and a heavy narcotics addiction...    And she invites us into her life in this world.    Ronda is not just any streetwalker.  She is a fascinating (and multi-faceted) character, and almost everyone who comes into contact with her seems drawn to her.    The author included.    It was during a period when documenta...

One of the greatest struggles we have in our lives is not only forgiving other people but knowing what to do when we do not receive forgiveness from them. In this book, our whole desire is to not only define what true forgiveness is but to understand how we can forgive someone who has done something that initially seems to be unforgiveable.What does true forgiveness look like? Is there a transgression that I do not have to forgive? Does my forgiving someone depend upon the degree o...

'Georges Rodenbach, the Belgian Symbolist, died in 1898 but his writing is so modern it might have been written in this century. He eschews the heavy descriptions of most 19th century oeuvres for a lightness of touch that allows the reader to dance over the pages. Hans Cadzand�s Vocation is a novella taking up most of the book, followed by a few very short stories. Illustrating the motto �Beware What You Wish For�, it tells the story of Hans, whose father dies when he is a baby, leav...

Small-town living makes for some very rich heritage. Grifton is such a place. This book is a record of true stories of some of the people that made up the town. It is their life shared and is written by one of its own. George Sugg grew up with the town and wanted his memories penned in this warm and sometimes fun collection of stories to ensure that the history of Grifton is never forgotten.

A festschrift to honor Jean Mandler, this volume contains contributions from leading scholars focusing on the child's development of memory, visual representation, and language. It is appropriate for students and researchers in cognitive psychology, language acquisition, and memory.

In this edition of Them Days, look back at the linerboard operations, early woods initiatives and practices, through a sample of the songs and stories that arose from them. This audiobook was created in partnership with Them Days Magazine and Archive (Labrador) and the Research Centre for the Study of Music, Media, and Place (Memorial University), with generous funding from Memorial University. Special thanks to Aimee Chaulk (Them Days Magazine and Archive) and the Faculty of Education at ...

Geopolitical shifts, increasing demands for accountability, and growing competition have been driving the need for change within transnational nongovernmental organizations (TNGOs). As the world has changed and TNGOs' ambitions have expanded, the roles of TNGOs have shifted and their work has become more complex. To remain effective, legitimate, and relevant in the future necessitates organizational changes, but many TNGOs have been slow to adapt. As a result, the sector's rhetoric of sust...

According to the French composer Olivier Messiaen, 'Bach's music reaches all times, all places'. In Back to Bach: From Mozart to Moog George Michell explores the story of Bach's impact on composers from Mozart and Beethoven to Stravinsky and Shostakovich, as well as on jazz pianists, rock guitarists and pop singers, all of whom set off on their own Back to Bach journeys.Readers are invited to become listeners, to feast on Michell's musical banquet. Under his guidance, they...

Kernel Cob and Little Miss Sweetclover is a classic children's picturebook, with great characters and illustrations. All children will be enthralled when they read this or have it read to them - a real gem! Follow the story of Kernel Cob, which includes excitement, adventure - and some great poems for the kids! This special digital edition has been converted by Andrews UK and made available to a whole new audience.

"Kernel Cob and Little Miss Sweetclover" is a whimsical and charming story featuring anthropomorphic characters. The titular characters, Kernel Cob and Little Miss Sweetclover, are likely depicted in an imaginative and fantastical setting, often engaging in adventures or life lessons that are geared toward young readers.Books of this nature from the early 20th century often incorporated moral lessons, humor, and engaging illustrations to capture the interest of children. Mitchell's work ma...

John Bunyan is certainly one of history's most famous authors. His book, The Pilgrim's Progress, has been read by more Christians than any other book except the Bible. With such great fame, it is surprising how few know the story of Bunyan's life and work in Bedford, England.He was a man who fixed pots and pans for a living, but who also loved to preach the Gospel. He spent almost fifteen years in prison for preaching and during those years wrote over 60 books. His contributions we...