Mediated Images of the South: The Portrayal of Dixie in Popular Culture, edited by Alison F. Slade, Dedria Givens-Carroll and Amber J. Narro, is an anthology that explores the impact of the image of the Southerner within mass communication and popular culture. The contributors offer a contemporary analysis of the Southerner in the media. In most cases, previous literature situates these media images in the past, most notably through historic analyses of the Southerner during the Civil Righ...

Today more than ever, series finales have become cultural touchstones that feed watercooler fodder and Twitter storms among a committed community of viewers. While the final episodes of The Fugitive and M*A*S*H continue to rank among the highest rated broadcasts, more recent shows draw legions of binge-watching fans. Given the importance of finales to viewers and critics alike, Howard and Bianculli along with the other contributors explore these endings and what they mean to the audience, ...

Unlock the physics of time and relativity through a calm, accessible audio journey designed for everyday curious minds. Whether you need a thought-provoking companion for your daily commute or a relaxing escape into popular science, this mind-expanding exploration translates complex cosmology into intuitive concepts.Bridge the gap between the familiar ticking clock on your wall and the strange, stretching reality of the physical universe. Without getting bogged down in heavy mathem...

The Definitive, Up-to-Date Guide to Digital ForensicsThe rapid proliferation of cyber crime is increasing the demand for digital forensics experts in both law enforcement and in the private sector. In Digital Archaeology, expert practitioner Michael Graves has written the most thorough, realistic, and up-to-date guide to the principles and techniques of modern digital forensics.Graves begins by providing a solid understanding of th...

“Parade is a pop lit gem. With neon prose, Graves weaves a tale of two heroes, Reggie and Elmer, who are trying to sort out the mess that is America. Government, religion, civic responsibility, general kindness. The lessons in Parade might just be the answer.”– James Frey –Author of A Million Little Pieces, Bright Shiny Morning and The Last TestamentReggie Lauderdale suffers from a crisis of faith. His cousin, Elmer Mott, dr...

What is true of Scripture as a result of being inspired? What should divine inspiration cause us to expect from it? The answers to these questions in the early church related not just to the nature of Scripture's truth claims but to the manner in which Scripture was to be interpreted.In this book Michael Graves delves into what Christians in the first five centuries believed about the inspiration of Scripture, identifying the ideas that early Christians considered to be logical imp...

Take a wild poetic ride through a landscape of unexpected emotions.“Reflections on a Crystal Wind” is Michael Graves’ much anticipated foray into the realm of “off line” literature. His unusual approach to poetic subjects spans the spectrum from the cerebral to the deeply erotic and has won the hearts of thousands of online readers.“I was transported! It’s written so beautifully; it’s like an exhilarating life-lesson that feels like a ride down a mystical r...

WHAT IF YOU KNEW THAT AFTER DEATHYOU WOULD LIVE AGAIN...What messages would you send to yourself ?This is a book of poetry for people who believe that there is more to life than meets the eye; that wonder lives around every corner, and that the human spirit contains far more resiliency than it’s ever been given credit for."Messages in a Bottle: Communications to My Future Self," is a gripping, life-changing collection of messages from acclaimed poet, Michael...

This book addresses a topic of vital concern to the church: How does the ancient biblical text speak to us today? Michael Graves, an expert in ancient exegesis, describes how Old Testament texts interpret earlier Old Testament traditions, explores New Testament reception, and explains how insights from this process translate into present-day biblical interpretation. Graves clearly explains and illustrates this approach with fulsome discussions of five themes that are addressed in various w...

Master the basics of space exploration and rocket science in this accessible, awe-inspiring journey for curious minds. Perfect for your daily commute or an evening of stargazing, this engaging science guide transforms complex aerospace engineering into simple, fascinating concepts.Feel the thrill of a launchpad countdown as you explore the inner workings of satellites and life support systems operating in the harsh vacuum of zero gravity. By demystifying orbits and propellants with...

Biblical Interpretation in the Early Church is part of Ad Fontes: Early Christian Sources, a series designed to present ancient Christian texts essential to an understanding of Christian theology, ecclesiology, and practice. The books in the series will make the wealth of early Christian thought available to new generations of students of theology and provide a valuable resource for the Church. This volume focuses on how Scripture was interpreted and used for preaching, te...

Pete Stone and Cocky Wright met on a baseball field, a pair of boys with skinned knees, lots of moxie, and a friendship that lasted long after time stole their youth.Now, Cocky is dead, his widow and daughter are in danger, and shady characters are after something he was hiding. All Cocky left behind was a key and lots of questions. Was he dealing secrets to the German American Bund? Was he a threat to the safety of the country? Was his death an accident or murder?When his ...