On her first assignment as a Rememberer, Vega travels to Small Home, the newest planet the Race adopted. The planet’s inhabitants, the Caelings, are a friendly native species with an agrarian culture. Vega has heard reports of a native who performs miracles, and she wants to record him and other Caelings for her people because she knows that someday the Caelings will be gone. She takes her younger brother to assist her and travels into the backcountry to find this miracle worker.Th...

On her first assignment as a Rememberer, Vega travels to Small Home, the newest planet the Race adopted. The planet's inhabitants, the Caelings, are a friendly native species with an agrarian culture. Vega has heard reports of a native who performs miracles, and she wants to record him and other Caelings for her people because she knows that someday the Caelings will be gone. She takes her younger brother to assist her and travels into the backcountry to find this miracle worker.Th...

When Isaac Goodnow and five fellow New Englanders arrived at the junction of the Kansas and Big Blue rivers in March of 1855, they pitched a tent and launched a town. Harassment and homesickness almost drove them back east, but they held their ground to establish an anti-slavery and educational stronghold: the town of Manhattan, Kansas.Kevin Olson's lively history of Manhattan's founding illuminates the divisive forces that had to be overcome amidst the turbulence of the Civil War ...

Throughout the twentieth century there had been substantial links between scientific psychology and education. Binet, Dewey, Thorndike, and other early pioneers were strongly interested in both realms. Taking advantage of a period of enthusiasm, this title, originally published in 1983, looks at the amalgamation of the recent advances at the time in theory and research in education and psychology, with a particular focus on cognition, motivation and social policy. This volume presents and ...

Intelligence and the National Security Strategist: Enduring Issues and Challenges presents students with a useful anthology of published articles from diverse sources as well as original contributions to the study of intelligence. The collection includes classic perspectives from the history of warfare, views on the evolution of U.S. intelligence, and studies on the delicate balance between the need for information-gathering and the values of democratic societies. It also includes...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine waking up in a world where the United States has evolved into a Christian Nationalist autocracy, stripping away civil rights, worker protections, and environmental safeguards. In this vision, the president holds near-dictatorial power, and democracy is slowly but surely dismantled. While it may sound like the plot of a dystopian film, this is the reality proposed under a second Trump administration.The Heritage Foundatio...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In the highly competitive market, one must navigate a path that stands out from the rest. Learn how to step away from the crowd, equip yourself with exceptional skills, and conquer the challenges that await. This book offers insights, strategies, and real-life examples to help you forge your own path and leave a lasting impact in the ruthless competitive arena. Embrace your innate uniqueness and embark on a transformative journey like n...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Discover the art of mulching and its powerful benefits in this comprehensive guide. Dive into the world of mulch as you learn how to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds effectively. Explore innovative climate-smart techniques that can help you create a sustainable and healthy garden or landscape. From choosing the right mulch materials to implementing mulching strategies, this book covers everything you need to know to maximize your...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Step into the transformative realm of leadership with this captivating guide that unlocks the power of human potential and cultivates excellence within your team. Dive into a wealth of insights and practical strategies that will empower you to inspire, motivate, and develop your followers into exceptional leaders.With its engaging narrative and relatable anecdotes, this book will captivate you from the very first page. Discover the core...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Are you tired of watching your ecommerce business struggle to gain traction? Do you dream of transforming your online store into a well-oiled, profit-generating machine?This book is your comprehensive roadmap to achieving ecommerce success. It cuts through the noise and delivers a proven, actionable system for maximizing your profits. You'll uncover the secrets behind crafting high-converting product pages, mastering the art of email ma...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Smart Leadership: Harnessing AI for Agile Decision-Making In an era where technology is transforming every aspect of business, effective leadership demands not just an understanding of AI but the ability to leverage it for agile decision-making. "Smart Leadership: Harnessing AI for Agile Decision-Making" is your comprehensive guide to navigating this dynamic landscape. This book offers insights into how artificial intelligence can enhan...

In this lyrical and deeply personal memoir, Michael Charles Olson revisits the burnt beams and smoldering memories of his Pentecostal boyhood—where faith, fire, and fatherhood collide in unexpected ways. Told with humor, heartbreak, and hard-earned wisdom, Daddy Set the Church on Fire is a coming-of-age story set against the rhythm of worship music, the scent of burnt pews, and the aching complexity of a son learning to forgive a complicated father.When a late-night blaze destroys ...