Geocriticism provides a theoretical foundation and a critical exploration of geocriticism, an interdisciplinary approach to understanding literature in relation to space and place. Drawing on diverse thinkers, Westphal argues that a geocritical approach enables novel ways of seeing literary texts and of conducting literary studies.

"What is best about this remarkable book is its constant reminder that the courage to do what is just and right for the ′underserved′ comes to those who face the ′brutal facts,′ listen to the difficult questions, and seek support and guidance from educators in the field. This book is an inspiring companion needed now more than ever."—Sidney Morrison, PrincipalHoward Wood Elementary School, Torrance, CA"Provides the information and tools needed to create p...

"Yikes! So This is the Fourth Trimester" is a short collection of poems and musings regarding one woman's postpartum experience. Some of the topics shared within these pages include what it is like to sneeze or laugh after baby, the first postpartum BM, the loneliness of being a new mom, spit up, and so many more body changes. There are silly rhymes regarding the endless suggestions of others or just one particular in-law. This collection is a sometimes funny, sometimes serious, and all tr...

As Time Moves Forward, All Truth Is Revealed."Two Hearts. Two Secrets. Truth made known God's hand of providence continues through strong family values and faith tested by fire."Then the unthinkable happens and Gwen and Alice are kidnapped. The kidnapper, intending to grab the cook knocks him out instead and snatches the stablehand, Matt Hastings.Waking up with temporary amnesia, the befuddled cook is sure Mike Chapman isn't his name, but the only two names that sou...

An introduction to the mind–body problem, covering all the proposed solutions and offering a powerful new one.Philosophers from Descartes to Kripke have struggled with the glittering prize of modern and contemporary philosophy: the mind-body problem. The brain is physical. If the mind is physical, we cannot see how. If we cannot see how the mind is physical, we cannot see how it can interact with the body. And if the mind is not physical, it cannot interact with th...

This compilation of personal, original literary writings is a selection of several genres for a varied reading experience. The intent is to awaken the mind to the humorous, emotional, and spiritual aspects of our lives. Sit back and read, ponder, and enjoy this literary collection written, "From the Heart".

Overcoming Onto-theology is a stunning collection of essays by Merold Westphal, one of America’s leading continental philosophers of religion, in which Westphal carefully explores the nature and the structure of a postmodern Christian philosophy. Written with characteristic clarity and charm, Westphal offers masterful studies of Heidegger’s early lectures on Paul and Augustine, the idea of hermeneutics, Schleiermacher, Hegel, Derrida, and Nietzsche, all in the service of building his argum...

How did the unfettered wilderness of the Ozarks, America's early frontier, evolve into a prized health retreat for early pioneers before settling into a beloved historic town? Eureka Springs was founded for the healing properties of the naturally soothing waters, and that special sense of place has always informed the town's history. Yet a complete chronological history from pre-founding to present-day Eureka Springs has never been written'until now. Respected local historians June Westpha...

Create true meaning and fulfillment in your work lifeMost of our waking hours are spent working, yet many of us find ourselves unfulfilled by what we do. And in the age of AI, continually shifting workplace dynamics can make the future seem uncertain and bleak. But what if it’s possible to create a meaningful work life starting right now?A Work Life Worth Living shares the journey of self-discovery and growth from a business leader who learned what...

*** bestselling author of feel-good stories ***Eight months ago the unthinkable happened - Lacy's husband died in a single car collision. She managed to get through the past few months, for the sake of their young son, but fears she has lost more than a husband.THE MEDIUM is a touching personal story about a resident of Savannah, Georgia, who is struggling to find a way to begin again after the unexpected death of her husband.This heartwarming short...

Periplatform slope sediments from the Bahamas serve as an example for a small-scale sedimentologic record of environmental changes. Carbonate platforms react sensitively to sea-level fluctuations. Therefore, sediments deposited on the slope during lowstands differ in composition from highstand deposits. A second focus is the early diagenetic alteration and cementation of these sediments with their high diagenetic potential. This book contributes to and discusses new developments in carbona...

In this book, Westphal offers an original interpretation of Hegel’s moral philosophy. Building on his previous study of the role of natural law in Hume’s and Kant’s accounts of justice, Westphal argues that Hegel developed and justified a robust form of civic republicanism. Westphal identifies, for the first time, the proper genre to which Hegel’s Philosophical Outlines of Justice belongs and to which it so prodigiously contributes, which he calls Natural Law Constructivism, an ap...