Space Exploration: The Journey Beyond Earth takes readers on an awe-inspiring journey through the cosmos, uncovering the history, technology, and future possibilities of humanity’s quest to explore beyond our planet. From the early days of rocket science and the first human steps on the Moon to ambitious plans for Mars colonization and interstellar travel, this book captures the spirit of discovery that drives us to reach for the stars.Delving into the challenges and triumphs of sp...

An Unlikely Photographer is an autobiographical account of David Wilson's journey from near death and a life-changing injury to a vision which has uniquely captured the character of Wales's landscapes through his lens. Acclaimed for his striking black and white images of the nation's wildness and natural beauty, David Wilson's remarkable body of photographic work was almost never realised.

Immerse yourself in David Wilson’s evocative new collection of images. Peeling Paint and Rust transports you to a world where the passage of time has bestowed a unique beauty upon forgotten objects and places. Wilson’s lens captures the intricate textures of rust, the rugged charm of corrugated iron, and the appeal of weathered wood. Each image tells a story of resilience and character, inviting you to appreciate the artistry of decay. With meticulous attention to detail, Wilson reveals th...

In this book, we have covered the topics necessary to have a basic understanding of financial planning. Financial planning involves determining your current and future financial goals, reducing your debt, saving, investing, retirement planning, tax planning, creating an emergency fund, determining your insurance needs, real estate investment, stock investment, currency and gold investment, student loans, credit card debt, business financing, and the use of financial planning software....

A vital work on labour movement strategy by experienced union activists'An excellent review of the attack on teachers and their unions, by authors well placed to point to ways to improve the fight back and resistance' - Kevin Courtney, Joint General Secretary NEUThe heart of any trade union is its reps and activists organizing in the workplace. After years of membership decline across sectors, a renewed recognition of this essential fact is behind the 'turn...

Unlucky in love and beaten half to death at the age of 18, 20 year old Sasha Peterson had all but given up on finding true love....that is, until the day she moved beside 23 year old Eddie Martin.From atop a wooden fence for 4 straight weeks, she'd secretly watched the shy, easily intimidated boy next door work on an old pick up truck, restoring it from the ground up.Little did she know however, was that the same shy, easily intimidated boy next door knew from the very beginning he was bei...

A resource for working through conflict with dialogue toward the goal of peace.Building Dialogue is intended as an aide to inter-contextual analysis of conflict and practices of peace. This book emerges from inter-cultural relationships and discernment. Based on a three-year effort by a community of scholars and practitioners from across the Anglican Communion who reflected on the nature of conflict in relation to Christian visions of peace.

Wales A Photographer’s Journey is a collection of over 150 black and white images by noted Welsh landscape photographer David Wilson.In this, his second book, David takes the reader on a unique visual journey through Wales; from Snowdonia in the north to Gower in the south, Pembrokeshire in the west to Hay-on-Wye in the east. Each location forms the subject of its own photographic essay, including insight into technique and composition. David’s exploration of his art captures the landscape...

An insightful take on the Tarot through the lens of the industrial Midwest, and a beautiful piece of nature writing in its own right.What can the Tarot tell us about the flora and fauna of the industrial Midwest? In what ways might this ancient practice connect us to the Rust Belt today? Rust Belt Arcana uses the Tarot's time-tested structure to answer these questions, juxtaposing the characteristics of the cards with the creatures and plants that surround...

Mrs. Willow loves her beautiful garden, filled with vibrant flowers, fluttering butterflies, and the wonders of nature. One day, she meets a curious little caterpillar who dreams of soaring through the sky. Together, they begin on a heartwarming journey of friendship. As the seasons change, so does the caterpillar, teaching young readers the magic of growth and believing in one self.A delightful and uplifting story, Mrs. Willow and the Caterpillar's Journey is a perfect read for ch...

Sparks from the Smiddy tells the life story of David Wilson, a sixth generation blacksmith and world champion farrier (a craftsman who trims and shoes horses' hooves). The book includes details of David's memories of annoying his father as a child by nailing horse shoes to the smiddy floor, his first experience of trying to catch a horse, the hard work he put into learning his trade, along with picking up and running the family business. The story follows the highs and lows of David's earl...

**"Grabs your heart from page one and never lets go."―David Arnold, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author"The perfect romance for readers who know that love is its own kind of magic."―Laura Ruby, Two-Time National Book Award Finalist and author of Bone Gap"Romantic and deadly." ―Vanessa Montalban, author of A Tall Dark Trouble and These Vengeful Wishes**For fans of As I Dream of You and Pump...