For many the story of this small Arabian state begins and ends with the wealth that has accrued from its vast oil deposits. But the real fascination of Kuwait lies in its geological and archaeological history; in its long struggle for survival among powerful neighbours; in its ambitious plans for industrial and economic development. This book, first published in 1972, shows the effects of the new material wealth opened up by oil in relation to the country’s remote past and its Islamic back...

Omar Khayyam's Secret: Hermeneutics of the Robaiyat in Quantum Sociological Imagination, by Mohammad H. Tamdgidi, is a 12-book series of which this book is the 12th, subtitled Khayyami Legacy: The Collected Works of Omar Khayyam (AD 1021-1123) Culminating in His Secretive 1000 Robaiyat Autobiography. Book 12 condenses the series and its findings in a single volume. This is the first time since Omar Khayyam's passing that all his extant works have been compiled in a single...

The Great Time Travel Collection brings together sixteen unforgettable science fiction adventures from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s that explore one of humanity’s greatest fascinations—and greatest dangers. What happens when the barriers between yesterday, today, and tomorrow disappear?Inside these pages, time is never simply a road to the past or a shortcut to the future. It’s a force that twists lives, reshapes history, and turns even the smallest decision into a ...

Outlaws of Tomorrow: Classic Science Fiction Crime Stories brings together fifteen unforgettable tales where the most dangerous criminals aren’t confined to Earth. Across distant planets, crowded space lanes, and the farthest reaches of the galaxy, smugglers, fugitives, pirates, thieves, and unlikely heroes discover that the future creates entirely new ways to break the law.Featuring legendary authors including Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Harry Harrison, ...

Vintage Sci-Fi - 21 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories from Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, H. B. Fyfe and many more!Madmen of Mars by Erik FennelSmall Town by Philip K. DickLazarus Come Forth by Ray BradburySpoken For by William MorrisonMonster by William MorrisonWreck Off Triton by Alfred CoppelStop, You're Killing Me by Darius John GrangerForsyte's Retreat by Winston MarksUntil Life Do Us Part by Winston Marks...

Lost Sci-Fi Books 401–420Twenty Unforgettable Journeys Into the UnknownThe next twenty books in the Lost Sci-Fi collection showcase the extraordinary range of classic science fiction, fantasy, and speculative fiction that captivated generations of readers. From mysterious alien civilizations and impossible scientific discoveries to cosmic horror, time travel, and unforgettable adventures, every story offers a fresh glimpse into worlds where...

The 'Tales of Civil War: 40 Books Collection' presents a compelling anthology that delves deeply into the complexities of the American Civil War. Through a diverse assortment of literary styles, from vivid narratives and historical fiction to reflective essays, this collection transports readers to a pivotal era in history. The anthology's wide-ranging themes explore the multifaceted realities of war, human resilience, and the quest for freedom and identity. With standout narratives that c...

National service and volunteerism enjoy a rich history in the United States and an emergent future in other parts of the world. However, there remains relatively scant evidence of overall impact of national service programs and volunteer effectiveness. This condition continues to threaten national service and volunteer programs with the risk of defunding and/or the risk of not investing sufficiently from the start. This book brings together a selection of diverse chapters written by a comb...

I'm David Winston, a philosopher and spiritual teacher. And in my mid-20s, I had a spiritual awakening unlike any other. A spiritual awakening is when a person has a much better understanding of themselves and the universe. My spiritual awakening enabled me to know the answers to some of the greatest mysteries of the universe, so here are ten things that I aim to do through my book:Explain how we are God. Namely, explain how we are immaterial, eternal, all-knowing, all-presen...

The following topics are included in this 2-book combo:Book 1: Many people have psychological issues. Some even have something we call “traumas,” either from their childhood or some earlier events in their adulthood years. Whatever we suffer from, there are usually solutions that help us progress and cope with the problems we face.One of those solutions could be cognitive behavioral therapy. This kind of therapy has been tested and has proven to work in many cases. Some peo...

YOU HAVE A KINGDOM MISSION — THIS IS YOUR PLAYBOOK!Whether you work as a plumber or politician, manager or metal-worker – where you work, is your mission field. Believe it or not, your business was created for Kingdom business.There is a level of fruitfulness and authority in which God wants you to operate. This life-transforming message has been revised to provide you with new insights on how you can be a person of tremendous influence in the arena where God has placed you...

A gripping tale of love, loss, and rivalry in Winston Graham's classic Cornish saga.In The Black Moon, the fifth novel in Winston Graham's beloved Poldark series, Ross Poldark must face the pain of losing his former love all over again when she gives birth to a son with his enemy, George Warleggan. As the rivalry between Ross and George reaches new heights, the Poldark and Warleggan families become entangled in surprising ways when a cousin falls in love wi...