Jesus Is Alive!Today, Christ is alive and is watching over His sheep, like a shepherd who was born to lead. He wants you to embrace God's word and know that He loves you unconditionally. "The Jesus who was born in Bethlehem of Judea" (Matthew 2:1 ESV), where men came to worship the King among men, the Chosen, and the Light of the World. During that time, the world was filled with an abundance of cruelty, sinfulness, and nonbelievers. Thus, belief in Jesus was little to none as bibl...

This book, April's Rain Must Fall, is a blend of distinctive poems intended to ignite the readers' emotions toward relationships, cultural relativism, and God's gift of love and help them recognize the majestic beauty of nature and art. In addition, in years to come, your family, grandchildren, and friends may come to cherish several of the poems included in this book, such as "They Rise" and "Skin Colors" which were inspired by poet Maya Angelou's poem "Still I Rise."

Women, Ethnicity and Nationalism asks whether societies caught in political or social transition provide new opportunities for women, or instead, create new burdens and obstacles for them. Using contemporary case-studies, each author looks at the interaction of gender ethnicity and class in a divided society. The varying experiences of women are discussed in the following countries: Northern Ireland; South Africa; the former Soviet Union and Yugoslavia; Yemen; Lebanon and Malaysia...

"Forest Trees of Illinois: How to Know Them" is a comprehensive guide that explores the diverse tree species found in Illinois. Authored by George D. Fuller, Wilbur R. Mattoon, Robert B. Miller, and E. E. Nuuttila, this book serves as an essential resource for both amateur naturalists and professional botanists. It provides detailed descriptions, illustrations, and identification tips for various trees, making it an invaluable tool for anyone interested in the state's rich arboreal heritag...

In 'Forest Trees of Illinois: How to Know Them,' readers are invited to explore the exquisite tapestry of Illinois' forest ecosystems through a rich compendium of poetic insights, scientific observations, and illustrative anecdotes. This anthology encapsulates a diverse range of literary styles, from lyrical meditations to detailed field guides, reflecting on the symbiotic relationship between forest trees and their environment. Collectively, the works illuminate themes of identity, resili...

In two freestanding volumes, Textbook of Neural Repair and Rehabilitation provides comprehensive coverage of the science and practice of neurological rehabilitation. Revised throughout, bringing the book fully up to date, this volume, Medical Neurorehabilitation, can stand alone as a clinical handbook for neurorehabilitation. It covers the practical applications of the basic science principles presented in Volume 1, provides authoritative guidelines on the management of disabling symptoms,...

In 'Forest Trees of Illinois: How to Know Them,' readers are invited to explore the intricate world of Illinois' native arboreal species through a thematically rich and stylistically diverse anthology. Spanning from scientific discourse to more poetic musings, this collection encapsulates the enchanting complexity of forest ecosystems and their indispensable role in the natural heritage of the Midwest. Each piece is meticulously curated to highlight distinct qualities of the region's trees...

Expanding the scope of religious rhetoricOver the past twenty-five years, the intersection of rhetoric and religion has become one of the most dynamic areas of inquiry in rhetoric and writing studies. One of few volumes to include multiple traditions in one conversation, Rhetoric and Religion in the Twenty-First Century engages with religious discourses and issues that continue to shape public life in the United States.This collection of essays cen...

A hunted warrior crosses the forests of ancient Britain expecting bandits, wild beasts, and hostile tribes. What he finds instead is far stranger: a hidden civilization buried beneath the earth, clinging to the last fragments of a shattered kingdom. Deep within torchlit caverns, Cororuc faces a people who have not forgotten the wars that drove them into exile. Their hatred has survived longer than memory, and their leader carries the bitterness of centuries like a blade held against the th...

Some dreams fade with morning. This one never does. In The Dream Snake, a man confesses a recurring nightmare so detailed, so immersive, that it feels like another life entirely. Each time the dream returns, he stands alone in an isolated bungalow on the African grasslands, waiting through endless nights for something massive and unseen that moves through the tall grass outside.What makes the dream unbearable is not what he sees, but what he knows will eventually happen. W...

A man volunteers to keep vigil beside a corpse in an isolated house, dismissing superstition as foolishness and fear as weakness. As the hours drag past midnight, the silence thickens, the darkness presses close, and each small sound begins to carry a weight far heavier than it should.What begins as mild discomfort sharpens into something far more dangerous. The mind, left alone in a room with the dead, has a way of filling the void. A sheet shifts. A lamp goes out. A memory of col...

The Mirrors of Tuzun Thune is an early fantasy tale by Robert E. Howard featuring Kull, the brooding king of Valusia. Restless on his throne and questioning the nature of reality, Kull seeks wisdom from Tuzun Thune, a mysterious sage whose room of mirrors reflects more than mere images. What begins as philosophical curiosity slowly becomes a quiet descent — Kull finds himself drawn toward a reflection that seems to hold another world, another truth, or perhaps a trap. The story is...