In The Desperate Heart, readers are introduced to Kingsley, a young man whose hunger for love and security drives him into a life of deception. Hailing from modest roots, he encounters Mercy, a devout and hopeful woman, after seeking refuge in a place of worship.Pretending to share her faith, Kingsley earns her trust, love, and eventually, her hand in marriage. But what begins as a promising love story quickly descends into conflict as the lies unravel. The...

What happens when the quiet pursuit of a life well-lived is interrupted by the profound call of the soul?In The Drop of Water**, Peter Williams invites readers into a multi-layered journey that navigates the intersection of the personal and the divine. This is not just a memoir; it is a contemplative exploration of the moments that define us—the grief that reshapes us, the questions that haunt our quiet hours, and the unex...

"Do Not Let Her Die" is a poignant story about the turbulent relationship between Ubong Essien and Grace Usen, A young couple cohabiting without legal marriage. The narrative follows the plight of Grace, who becomes the victim of Ubong's unwarranted cruelty and abuse."Do Not Let Her Die! Else you will be in trouble," is a chilling message from a neighbour that emphasizes the gravity of the situation referring to the horrors Grace is about to face and whether Ubong will heed the war...

Embark on a Transformative Journey with "How to Have the Psychology of Successful People’' In this Kindle edition, discover the psychology behind prosperous achievements and unlock your potential. This book skillfully integrates abstract ideas with concrete, everyday examples, ensuring that you not only understand the concepts but also experience their life-changing effects. Also, a stronger connection to the subject matter is encouraged by the inclusion of though...

A new edition of the groundbreaking 1958 publication created in collaboration with the Gitanyow Hereditary Chiefs.This beautiful new edition of the histories and laws of the Gitanyow (literally "people of the small/narrow place," once called the Kitwancool in settler accounts), as recounted to museum curator Wilson Duff in 1958, includes a new foreword by Gitanyow Hereditary Chiefs while preserving the original text.Until the mid-twentieth century, the vill...

'I had no qualms fighting the Australians, just as I have killed without remorse any of the Emperor's enemies: the British, the Americans and the Dutch', so admits Takahiro Sato in this ground-breaking oral history of Japan's Pacific War. Thanks to years of research and over 100 interviews with veterans, the Author has compiled a fascinating collection of personal accounts by former Japanese soldiers, sailors and airmen. Their candid views are often provocative and shocking. There are admi...

The Great Exhibition, Crystal Palace, 1851: James Chance, of the glass-making firm Chance Brothers, is nervously showcasing a new lens, that, unknown to him, will revolutionise lighthouse production, propel his family business into a position of world leadership, save countless lives and have far-reaching consequences for trade, empire and the map of the world.This is where "Lighthouses" begins. The true-life story that follows is of one man and his family's unexpected role in an exciting ...

Is your new puppy making your house into a disaster area?Tired of the smell, the cleaning bills, and the frustration of housebreaking a puppy through trial and error?Well say goodbye to the mess—your obedient, housebroken pet can be yours in just 7 days!There’s nothing quite as frustrating as struggling to housebreak a new puppy.It’s by far the most annoying, least fulfilling part of pet ownership. The house...

This book outlines the foundations for understanding modern policing.It is an essential introduction for all policing students and trainee police officers to the underpinning aspects of the profession, providing a clear understanding of how the police service is currently organised and how it fits into the wider criminal justice system. Students are encouraged to think critically and reflect upon core concepts such as policing by consent, police accountability, gov...

An essential introduction to the management of building projectsConstruction management is a complex discipline with many facets. The essence of construction management is the delivery of construction projects to meet the client’s goals whilst recognising the commercial interests of the many designers, consultants and contractors involved. Balancing the expected quality outcomes, the highest safety standards and time and budget pressures is not an easy task. Theref...

Peter Williams has always had a searching spirit. He had a growing awareness of something else out there, another layer beyond his understanding; he had to know more. As a teenager, he turned to the Internet seeking answers to other worldly questions. That’s where his search began, and he had his first connection with spirit, a connection that set Williams on a path of learning as an attentive student of spirit. In Searching Spirit, Williams chronicles his life story, telling how many year...

This bestselling study guide explains the basic steps of software testing and how to perform effective tests in both traditional and Agile environments. It provides an overview of all key techniques, including dynamic and static, and guidance on exam preparation for the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level exam (current to v4.0)This is the official BCS and UKITB textbook , and includes self-assessment exercises, guidance notes on the syllabus topics, plus exampl...