The greatest of English dramatists except Shakespeare, the first literary dictator and poet-laureate, a writer of verse, prose, satire, and criticism who most potently of all the men of his time affected the subsequent course of English letters: such was Ben Jonson, and as such his strong personality assumes an interest to us almost unparalleled, at least in his age.Ben Jonson came of the stock that was centuries after to give to the world Thomas Carlyle; for Jonson's grandfather wa...

UNLEASH THE CHAMPION IN YOUR CHILD WITH "INSPIRATIONAL SPORTS STORIES FOR YOUNG READERS" – A JOURNEY OF LEGENDS, LESSONS, AND LIFELONG INSPIRATION! Dive into 17 Captivating Tales of Triumph!"How 17 Legendary Athletes Overcame Adversity to Become the Worlds Greatest" is perfect for children aged 8 and up, this book combines entertainment, life lessons and extraordinary achievements. Ideal Gift for A...

Many politicians say that "if you work hard and play by the rules," then even low-income citizens can move up the economic ladder. But what if the rules are designed to only benefit the wealthiest Americans? What if America's economic policies suppress the dreams of average citizens? In other words, what if the economy is rigged?Economist Ryan Mattson and coauthor Ben Johnson argue against the insidious myth of American meritocracy, which they say has become a weapon of propaganda d...

A magical murder mystery that takes place largely in San Diego's Golden Hill and its surrounding canyons. It explores connectivity, magic and change in a fantastic world, and is the first in the Webworld trilogy.A Shadow Cast In Dust, by Ben JohnsonThe ancient order of the web spinners is changing.An old friend returns brandishing a curious silver knife, and Stewart Zanderson is drawn into a strange world of wonder and deceit.The ensuing bloody scene sets Dete...

The ancient order of the web spinners is changing. An old friend returns brandishing a curious silver knife, and Stewart Zanderson is drawn into a strange world of wonder and deceit. The ensuing bloody scene sets Detective Clementine Figgins on his tail, and into a case she could never explain. But the boy, escaped from the dreaded warehouse, now has the knife. And running from his captors through the canyons of San Diego with his new friends and special dog, he ties everything together. P...

The Vietnam War was an unfortunate moment in human history. It was, for a fact, a horrific event in Indochina. It was also a tragic event in the history of modern warfare. This war was an unnecessary military venture, which led to an innumerable lost of lives.Vietnam was also a complex military undertaken. Over the years, many inquirers have explored the conflict from various angles. In this text, I have approached Vietnam differently. I proffer a policy exploration of the end of t...

A Legacy Under AttackThe Sartrean legacy in moral philosophy is under siege. While Jean-Paul Sartre is regarded as a well-accomplished writer in philosophy, novel, playwright, and biography, just to name a few, many are convinced that ethics was not his strongest suit. His approach to morality is often rebuked vociferously.The literature is laden with works that juxtapose Sartre as a moral philosopher. This book interjects a different perspective in the debate. The text exa...

Avoiding theological jargon and using language more accessible to the lay person than that in the Bible, this book invites readers to discover for themselves what Jesus has done for the world and continues to do in the world. The invitation is offered in the form of daily readings from the four Gospel accounts of Jesus' life and ministry.

Existentialist philosophy claims that men are free. Otherwise, they enjoy an unparalleled state of liberty in the world. However, the reality men face their world can be artlessly depressing. In a man's world, every indication suggests that men are not free. God often becomes a source of strength for men. This book examines the degree to which God is necessary for men to survive in a man's world. It refutes popular existentialist notions about human ontology. If you are a fan of existentia...

This second edition of Arkansas in Modern America since 1930 represents a significant rewriting of and elaboration on the first edition, published in 2000. Historian Ben F. Johnson fills in gaps, reconsiders his original conclusions, and reflects on new developments in historical scholarship, extending the book’s analysis of the political, economic, social, and cultural positions into 2018.Particularly impressive for the breadth of its scope, Arkansas in Modern America...

An endless Winter. A dark Manor. A frightful Beast.An uncommon Beauty.And the power of True Love.To save his family from poverty, Marius Dufresne chooses to become the captive of a mysterious Beast. Her domain is an eternal winter's night, deep and dark and hidden far away from the world.Soon Marius discovers that there is more to his mysterious captor than meets the eye. A terribl...

A Financial Times Music Book of the Year 2023'Key to understanding black British history' - Sunday Times'Sharp and still relevant' - Zadie SmithRecognized as one of the great poets of modern times, and as a deeply respected and influential political and cultural activist and social critic, Linton Kwesi Johnson is also a prolific writer of non-fiction. In Time Come, he selects some of his most powerful prose...