In the same vein as his acclaimed novels (Deep in the Forest and Due South), Douglas Young's first collection of short stories explores a terrific variety of complex and compelling characters interacting with one another in the contemporary small-town American South. Generous servings of comedy, drama, romance, suspense, family and friendship dynamics, and even mystery are all prevalent here. Indeed, these adventures take the reader on a thoroughly riveting roller-coaster ride involving da...

In these sixty-five essays, political science professor emeritus Dr. Douglas Young examines a tremendous variety of American and global political issues and leaders. Whether making his case for or against particular public policies or scrutinizing major politicians, Dr. Young offers an independent perspective colored by Judeo-Christian conservatarian (conservative and libertarian) principles. Many major American political issues are explored in this collection, including abortion, Afghanis...

Douglas Young's second novel is a romantic dramedy in which Fitzhugh Rainwater is a girl-shy young graduate student / teaching assistant trying to find romance and become a writer. His longtime best friend, Zada McMayer, is the loud, bawdy, troubled flirt who helps him out of his shell while beautiful Cleonia Lovetree is the student with whom he falls in love. Follow the evolution of not just these three compelling characters but also enjoy lots of humor and some poignant moments with a mu...

Elton Peabody is a thirty-five-year-old high school history teacher in a small Southern town who has a terrifying experience one night with a mysterious bright light deep in the forest behind his house. Did he encounter a UFO? A secret government project? A high-tech prank? Angels? A mental breakdown? Or something else? This is his journey to understand what happened and move on with his life in the face of increased public scrutiny. His story encompasses family dynamics (especially betwee...

In this perceptive, provocative, and witty collection of fifty-nine essays, political science professor emeritus Dr. Douglas Young examines a variety of personal topics, educational and free-expression issues, and works of art and entertainment. On the home front, he explores family matters, comical dating mishaps, a hilarious tour of strip clubs, religion, how he earned his very own FBI file, his love of cemeteries, a fascination with UFOs, and many other offbeat interests and adventures....

Socialist cities have special qualities which endure in particular, subtle, and often under-theorized ways. This book engages with socialism on a global scale, as well as the variety of socialist urbanisms and post-socialist urbanisms, and the range of ways in which globalization intersects with changes in socialist and post-socialist cities.Offering a unique international comparative focus, the book’s fourteen case studies from Asia, Europe, Latin America, and Africa are grouped u...

In "The Story of Sitka" by Clarence Leroy Andrews, listeners are transported to the rugged and enchanting landscapes of Alaska's southeastern coast. This captivating audiobook delves into the rich history of Sitka, a place where native Tlingit culture intertwines with Russian and American influences, shaping a unique and resilient community. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, Andrews illuminates the remarkable saga of Sitka, from its indigenous roots to the tumultuous days...

Are your children angels... or ankle biters? Buckle up for a delightful adventure with "The Goody-Naughty Book"! This whimsical audiobook flips the script on traditional stories. We'll meet Honor Bright, the most responsible president a pet club ever had, and witness Polly's side-splitting new take on April Fool's Day. But wait! Flip the book over, and things get a tad bit more mischievous. Join Rose-Red and Ruthie on their wild escape from naptime, or peek into Billy Boy's secret world wh...

Provides a thorough overview of current knowledge of stress proteins in both normal and disease physiology and evaluates the potential for developing novel diagnostic, prophylactic, and therapeutic approaches to control human disease based on the latest stress-protein research.

Paganism in Europe was not defeated by Christianity: it never went away. From the fourth century to the twentieth, against the background of a largely Christian culture, people repeatedly attempted to revive various kinds of pre-Christian religion – beliefs and practices that we have come to label as ‘paganism’.Ancient paganism did not survive the Middle Ages in its original form; this book tells the story of the persistence of elements of paganism and the pagan idea through Europe...

The mysterious dance with destiny... in a parallel reality.After a devastating storm kills her family, Harper Close is suddenly whisked away to an alternate reality in which they're still alive—but don't remember her. With the rare chance to change fate, can Harper prevent a tragedy?With time slipping away, Harper faces a daunting task: to convince her family and the skeptical townsfolk of the need to prepare for the impending disaster, even while evading a...

A timeless holiday classic of hope, generosity, and the true meaning of Christmas.Born on a crisp, snowy Christmas morning, young Carol Bird has always been the bright, shining heart of her family. True to her name, she spends her childhood filling her home with music, laughter, and an unbreakable giving spirit.But as her tenth birthday approaches, a severe illness confines Carol to her bed. Though her body is weak, her heart remains larger than ever. Looki...