"An uncompromising look at his younger self and the Nicaraguan revolution . . . that compels readers to question their own motivations and beliefs." — The AmericasWhen Michael Johns joined a Sandinista militia in 1983, a fellow revolutionary dubbed him a rábano, a radish: red on the outside but white on the inside. Now, more than twenty-five years later, Johns appreciates the wisdom of that label as he revisits the questions of identity he...

An illustrated study of the oft-overlooked engagements between the iconic F4F Wildcat and Imperial Japanese Naval Air Force's 6M2-N "Rufe" floatplane during the Solomon Islands campaign.A number of unique confrontations took place between floatplanes and land-based fighters during the fierce aerial battles fought above the Solomon Islands throughout 1942–43. Whilst the most famous Battle of Guadalcanal "slugfests" saw US Marine Corps/US Navy F4F Wildcats engage the...

A half-million years ago, there existed a group of magic wielding healers, known as the Ka'Jenn, who were able to mend the damage done to the Human Soul. Due to this power, the Ka'Jenn were hunted to extinction by Demonkind, and Humanity has long suffered for it. But - now, the Ka'Jenn Court returns, in the modern Age, when the Darkness is at its strongest.

One little boy. One big day. Every day a new adventure.Join Little Dougie as he spends a joyful day at the beach, filled with sunshine, laughter, and simple moments that turn into lasting memories. From warm sand between his toes to waves that tickle his legs, Dougie discovers the magic of the world around him with curiosity and excitement.With the loving presence of family and his playful puppy Scout by his side, each moment becomes part of a day he will n...

“Every man who knocks on the door of a brothel is knocking for God.” – G. K. ChestertonWhat if lust for porn is really a search for true passion?In a world where there are 68 million searches for pornography every day and where over 70 percent of Christian men report viewing porn in the last year, it's no surprise that more and more men struggle with an addiction to this false fantasy. Common wisdo...

It's 1699 in the coastal settlement of Fount Royal in the Carolinas when Rachel Howarth is sentenced to be hanged as a witch. She's been accused of murder, deviltry, and blasphemous sexual congress, and the beleaguered, God-fearing colonial village wants her dead. But Matthew Corbett, young clerk to the traveling magistrate summoned to Fount Royal to weigh the accusations, soon finds himself persuaded in favor of the beguiling young widow.Struck first by her beauty, Matthew believe...

From Spiritual Uncertainty to Joyful Divine AttachmentWhat do you do when the gap between what you believe and what you experience feels insurmountable? Where do you turn when trauma leaves you feeling lost, ashamed, and exhausted, spinning in spiritual uncertainty but still longing for relationship with God?Michael John Cusick, a psychotherapist and spiritual director, voices the questions and contradictions that are inherently part of living an a...

This poetry collection, like a cerebral train, travels through the varied landscapes of my thoughts, opinions, and life experiences. Words collide with syllables, erupting into vivid imagery that reaches the far recesses of the imagination. These poems are my literary children: sometimes impulsive, but always carrying a message. I hope this collection touches you like the warmth of the sun's rays on a somber October afternoon.

An audio original from the New York Times bestselling creators of Welcome to Night Vale.Kiara Sloan has been one of the world's biggest pop stars since before she could legally drive, but now she is in her forties, and embarking on a big comeback tour after an embarrassing public incident almost ended her career.Neil Ritter is a small town boy from Texas, still in his twenties, and desperate for his big break as a music journalist. And her...

Isabella is a novel of its time when life was hard and intimidating, often short and frequently brutal in the cause of making many rich men even richer on both sides of the Atlantic. Even so, there were more people willing to stand up to legislate for the cause in America just as happened in Great Britain 50 years earlier to help the oppressed escape to live a better life.It is a story of love during the Civil War when unlikely people made individual efforts to play a part in overco...

Learn to extract actionable insights from your big data in real time using a range of Microsoft Azure featuresKey FeaturesUpdated with the latest features and new additions to Microsoft AzureMaster the fundamentals of cloud analytics using AzureLearn to use Azure Synapse Analytics (formerly known as Azure SQL Data Warehouse) to derive real-time customer insightsBook DescriptionCloud Analytics with Microsoft Azure serves as a ...

What if you could see the unlimited possibilities of your future?***The Prophetic Matrix***arrives at a pivotal point in history, establishing a new truth revolution that will guide you into your destiny.Enter The Prophetic Matrix and journey into the fast-paced world of a rising young rock star as he treks through a tour de force odyssey on a chase after fleeting stardom. The author communicates with a cyber-tech, pop culture perspective, connecting his extraordin...