Dive into the provocative and insightful world of Robert Taylor's "The Devil's Pulpit," a work that challenges conventional religious beliefs and explores the deep connections between Christianity and ancient mythologies. Known for his eloquence and bold viewpoints, Robert Taylor offers a series of lectures that question the historical authenticity and origins of Christian doctrines, presenting a compelling case for their roots in pre-Christian myths.In "The Devil's Pulpit," Taylor ...

Forty-six very short science fiction, fantasy and horror stories. Perfect for reading while commuting, standing in line while waiting to renew your driver's licence, waiting for that friend who is always running late for drinks or other situations where you just don't have time to spend on a longer story.  Travel to fantasy worlds, fly with super heroes and tremble in the face of unkind mysteries and horrible horrors.  There are 46 stories. That's about 2 cents pe...

While energy efficiency projects could partly meet new energy demand more cheaply than new supplies, weak economic institutions in developing and transitional economies impede developing and financing energy efficiency retrofits. This book analyzes these difficulties, suggests a 3-part model for projectizing and financing energy efficiency retrofits, and presents thirteen case studies to illustrate the issues and principles involved.

Never has media training been more relevant, or in-demand. Confidently deliver a key message, even in crisis conditions, and represent yourself or your organization using this unique collection of models and techniques. Featuring insightful anecdotes of interviews from the likes of George W. Bush, HRH Prince Philip, and more, this is a must-read for any PR executive, press officer or communications professional.Any individual preparing for an interview with the med...

The Hill We Climb deepens the conversation about equity and inclusion started by The Horizon Leans Forward . . . This companion volume centers the voices and lived experiences of LGBTQ+ musicians, artists, and educators in the wind band community, and explores how music can foster belonging and LGBTQ+ visibility across classrooms, ensembles, and institutions. The first half of the book features essays, interviews, and personal narratives authored by LGBTQ+ and ally contributors as they ref...

The roller-coaster story of the last 50 years of England’s football team, seen through the eyes of a national press journalist and obsessive fan.Robert Taylor is an author, journalist, broadcaster and England football obsessive who writes columns for the Telegraph, Spectator and Express.Tears for England interweaves the team’s occasional triumphs and frequent woes with the author’s life story, starting with his first memo...

In the shadows of California's prison system and the streets beyond, power, violence, and loyalty intertwine to create a world where morality is tested and survival comes at a price. Where Evil Dwells, Perdition Awaits chronicles the rise of notorious prison gangs, including the Mexican Mafia, Nuestra Familia, the Aryan Brotherhood, and the Black Guerrilla Family, exposing the harsh realities of life behind bars and the ruthless pursuit of control. Through the eyes of Joe "Peg Leg...

Written by experts, this long-established and definitive guide to the workings of the European Union provides comprehensive, straightforward and readable coverage of this sometimes misunderstood and complex institution.This fully revised second edition explains not only what happens but why, analysing the EU’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities for it to be more effective. With the EU’s very existence under pressure due to Euroscepticism, continued crises with migra...

Everyone knows somebody young or old who cannot read or struggles to read. It is like having only one peddle on your bicycle and seeing cyclists ride past and disappearing in the distance leaving you behind. That journey of discovery of each letter having a sound all of its own is like sitting on the saddle of the bicycle and having two feet on two peddles and moving off in first gear and wobbling to maintain balance. To have the ability to string together the sounds of each letter to make...

The stream of Conquest has generally flowed from North to South. The Triumph progress of the Goddess Nicotina has been from West to East starting in the 16th. century she has now girdled our little orb with devotees burning continuous incense. The Instruments connected herewith are objects of Historical & Ethnographical interest hence are brought together authentic Portraits of the “Pipe Family”. Briar root and Branch “who judge from the favor in which they are now held.” “At home & abroad...

Tyssestrængene Fos.OR comparatively few years has Norway received any attention from the travelling public. The beauty and grandeur of the country and the simple habits of the people were known to but few, and only heard of occasionally from some energetic salmon fisher who preferred outdoor life, good sport, plain food, and vigorous health to the constant whirl of advanced civilisation, busy cities, over-crowded soirées, high-pressure dinners, and the general hurry-skurry of modern life. ...

When your father shows up 12 years after abandoning you as a baby and tells you that he has something important for you to do, the last thing you expect to have to do is kill him. If you're Chelsea Perkins, your day is only going to get stranger from there...From the novel"Well, several years ago, I had a – vision, I guess you could say, of meeting your mom, of having you, and of your future. Then, when I actually met your mom, I k...