James Baldwin’s final novel is “the work of a born storyteller at the height of his powers” (The New York Times Book Review).“Not everything is lost. Responsibility cannot be lost, it can only be abdicated. If one refuses abdication, one begins again.”The stark grief of a brother mourning a brother opens this stunning, unforgettable novel. Here, in a monumental saga of love and rage, James Baldwin goes back to Harlem, to the church of his ...

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This compendium gathers three classic treatments of pyrotechnics at the meeting point of practical craft, chemical inquiry, spectacle, and public culture. Ranging from technical instruction and formulaic detail to historical observation and aesthetic reflection, the volume traces fireworks as both engineered phenomena and theatrical arts. Its selections illuminate the disciplined processes behind combustion, colour, sound, timing, and display, while also preserving the imaginative vocabula...

Minorcan Voices brings to light one of America's most overlooked chapters: the story of the 1,403 Mediterranean men, women and children who came to British East Florida in 1768 with hopes of land and freedom. Instead, they endured nine years of brutal labor, disease, and loss on Dr. Andrew Turnbull's indigo colony that today is New Smyrna Beach, Florida. 964 of the Minorcans died and were buried there and not a single grave has ever been found. Blending rigorous research with moving histor...

The Assassin's Rejection: Bound by Duty, Torn by DesireI was trained to kill without hesitation, to follow orders without question. But some orders… some people… don’t leave room for loyalty.I never expected to face her again—the one I should have never wanted. She’s fire and defiance wrapped in beauty, a challenge I can’t ignore, even as the world around us demands I stay cold, controlled, untouchable. Every glance, every brush of her presence reminds me of what I lost, wh...

Crowned in Shadows, Torn by LoveIn a kingdom ruled by strength, loyalty is a weapon—and love is a liability. I should have been untouchable. Alpha by blood, heir to two dominions, and destined to command. But destiny has a cruel way of testing even the strongest hearts.He was everything I never knew I needed: fierce, unwavering, the fire that could burn away fear. And I was supposed to claim him. But the world we inherited was unyielding, and the choices we made left nothin...

"Artificial Fire-Works" by Robert Jones is a captivating exploration of the human experience through the lens of creativity and imagination. The narrative weaves together themes of art, passion, and the ephemeral nature of life, inviting readers to reflect on their own journeys. Jones's prose is both lyrical and thought-provoking, drawing readers into a world where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. The characters are richly developed, each representing different facets of art...

In "The Honor of Dragons," embark on a thrilling journey into a world where ancient rivalries and hidden powers collide. When Gek's mother falls victim to the Royal Guard's treachery, he seeks refuge in the depths of the forest. There, he encounters his enigmatic grandfather, Ard, whose wisdom and guidance become Gek's only hope for survival.As Gek learns the ways of his kind—hunting, spellcasting, flight, and the art of breathing fire—he harbors a burning desire to reunite with hi...

The Welsh criminal justice system is unique. While the country has its own devolved government and parliament, there is no Welsh equivalent of the Scottish or Northern Irish justice systems. Rather, the writ of England and Wales criminal justice institutions continues to run. Yet the extensive responsibilities of Wales’s devolved institutions ensure that they necessarily play a significant role in criminal justice. As a result, the Welsh criminal justice system operates across a ‘jagged ed...

In "Artificial Fire-Works," Robert Jones masterfully blends elements of speculative fiction with poignant social commentary to explore the intricate tapestry of human emotions in a technology-driven world. The narrative juxtaposes vivid imagery of a near-future society with the stark realities of personal and collective loss, where artificial intelligence manipulates experience and perception. Through a lyrical and immersive prose style, Jones dives deep into the psyche of his characters, ...

Sam Saint Cloud was the closest thing Bartonsville had to the law. Bartonsville was an out of the way village deep in the Pocono Mountains that time seemed to have forgotten and was home to a ragtag collection of Pennsylvania Germans, Lenni Lenape and those from the distant cities of New York and Philadelphia who wanted to get away from their pasts. Beyond the range of most cell towers and of little interest to cable providers, the village existed in relative isolation and infamy and was a...

A self help book for helping victims of road traffic accidents, to overcome their fears, nightmares, and other effects of their accident. Written by a Clinical Psychologist who has had many years helping RTA victims with 100% success.Dr Robert Jones has worked extensively with victims of Road Traffic Accidents both as a therapist and as an expert for the courts. Through his work for the courts, he has been instrumental in helping accident victims to achieve piece after having to battle wit...