Like all of Jonson's city comedies, this play - here given in the 1616 Folio version, in which Jonson rewrote and set it in England, not Italy - is a kind of dramatised Do-It-Yourself kit on how to bluff one's way in Elizabethan London. Although Roman New Comedy, in which a crafty slave helps a wild youngster to marry the girl of his choice against his father's wishes, supplies Jonson with his basic plot, the world that he presents here is thoroughly contemporary and mundane. The character...

The Roads to Congress 2008 offers readers straightfoward and detailed case studies of the campaigns, candidates, key issues, and outcomes of over one dozen of the most important and interesting races of 2008. This includes both House and Senate campaigns, contests from all regions of the country, and seats held by Democrats and Republicans, as well as open seats. Every two years the pageantry of American politics unfolds when all 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and ...

Many who have been incarcerated face unique challenges that some people may not relate to. Incarcerated Christians may feel especially lonely and in need of motivation. As someone who has served for fifteen years, Robert Watson, Jr. offers his encouragement and knowledge, using the Word of God to help build and strengthen the faith of anyone who has been placed in jail, a youth detention facility, or prison.Dew Drops from Heaven is a devotional filled with fifty-two lessons that up...

In "My Brave and Gallant Gentleman," Robert Watson masterfully weaves a tapestry of historical narrative and rich character development set against the tumultuous backdrop of the 17th-century English Civil War. The novel is rendered in Watson's evocative prose, which reflects the period's complexity and depth, effectively immersing the reader in the intricate interplay of loyalty, honor, and moral ambiguity. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of a valiant protagonist, shining light on ...

History repeats itself. This is what I taught, and always believed. Then I met Sheridan, a man hitchhiking down the highway without a care in the world - a lonely figure who told me history, and the world, was ending. His evidence was the story of a mathematician who tried to prove the world didn't exist.It was a silly proposition. Nobody can prove the world doesn't exist. But as I became more convinced Sheridan was right, that the proof lay at the edge of reality, I could only won...

In the novel, readers are likely transported to a rural community nestled in the picturesque valleys of Scotland, where the rhythms of life are shaped by the land, the seasons, and the traditions of generations past. Against this backdrop, the story may follow the lives of the inhabitants of the valley as they grapple with the challenges of poverty, social inequality, and the harsh realities of rural life.Central to the narrative may be a cast of characters whose lives become intertwined i...

Life is complicated. Faith isn't. Or it shouldn't be. But in the past and today, religious leaders have overcomplicated what Jesus and the Bible have made simple. Jesus taught one overarching principle backed by simple, practical applications for everyday life. The way of Jesus is simple enough for a child to understand and deep enough to learn for a lifetime.Whether you are new to the faith or are hoping to refresh a faith grown stale, Simply Following Jesus is your guide...

People worry that computers, robots, interstellar aliens, or Satan himself – brilliant, stealthy, ruthless creatures – may seize control of our world and destroy what’s uniquely valuable about the human race. Cultural Evolution and its Discontents shows that our cultural systems – especially those whose last names are "ism" – are already doing that, and doing it so adeptly that we seldom even notice. Like other parasites, they’ve blindly evolved to exploit us for their own surviva...

Introduction of the Protagonist: The novel introduces its protagonist, a courageous and enterprising young man who ventures into the wilderness of British Columbia in search of adventure and opportunity. His name and background may vary depending on the edition of the novel, but he is typically portrayed as a rugged and resourceful individual with a strong sense of honor and integrity.Life in the Frontier: As the protagonist settles into life in British Columbia, he encounters a diverse ca...

The lonely bachelors cookbook is a book on how to make meals for servings of one or two if you have a good date, so there are no leftovers. The recipes in this book are good healthy dining recipes so even a lonely bachelor or bachelorette can make food for one or two if you’re lucky.I began compiling recipes just after graduation from my Chefs apprenticeship 30 years ago. My personal training as a classical chef gave me exposure to many different styles of cooking. I have arranged t...

"Fascinating, insightful, and dramatic. . . .Readers will be caught up in a compelling and often startling voyage." —Howard Blum, New York Times– bestselling author of The Last Goodnight and Dark InvasionBuilt in 1927, the German ocean liner SS Cap Arcona was the greatest ship since the RMS Titanic. When the Nazis seized control in G...

The Epic of Gilgamesh is the earliest work of literature discovered to date. Despite its age, the story is quite up to date. The epic provides drama with notable characters, offers a strong plot, and considers the universal themes of friendship, death, and the search for immortality. Centered on Gilgamesh, King of Uruk, and his friend, the beast-man Enkidu, the tale relates the courage, hopes, fears, and doubts displayed by these two men through their dynamic personalities. Both m...