After serving as Secretary of State, Henry Kissinger did a stint at Harvard whereupon he said, “University politics makes me pine for the relative peace of the Middle East.” Which sets the stage for ubiquitous murderous intent, mysterious multiple murders, identity politics run amok, and satire for the absurd age in which we live."University of Lost Causes is a novel for our absurd and troubled times. It is a creative, humane, and unique treatment of a controversial topic ...

Sin is running rampant on the earth. Most Christian faiths walk around with sin consciousness. They have not entirely understood the word of God; people spend their entire life trying to escape the criticism of others. Sin causes you to walk around with a sin cloud hovering over you. When you first seek the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and assimilate how to live in the right standing/position that Jesus provided, you will enjoy life as a faithful Kingdom citizen. In this powerful r...

THE GOSPEL OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN/GOD IS NOT JUST RELIGION THAT ONE MUST CHOOSE FROM. It is the only message that Jesus, His disciples and apostles preached/taught. If the right message is preached/taught, it will allow one to look at life through God's Kingdom lenses instead of the religious lenses that constantly keep one wondering if what they are looking for will ever come to pass. It's about receiving a life changing event that will truly revolutionize your life. The message of the ...

How do you define true power? Do you feel that power and peace are found by practicing the rules and rituals of a specific religion? If so, how might you explain the emotional roller coasters and tribulations that still grip you in the middle of the hard storms of life? Perhaps, instead of dedicating yourself to living with "religion," you might find the power missing in your life when you choose to live in "God's Kingdom?"Other books place their focus on religion, but author Apost...

This is not the original book but a Summary Review and Analysis of the book ( On the Line) enjoy!!The masterful storytelling and gripping suspense that are trademarks of the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author combine in this thrilling story perfect for fans of Nora Roberts and James Patterson…Mateo Castillo is a rising star chef on the Manhattan culinary scene. But just as he’s about to reap the rewards of his skill and hard work by being featured...

Synopsis: This is a story by a father and his son to detail the son's issues with PTSD after returning from multiple overseas Naval deployments as a sniper that led to several suicide attempts, including a long, convoluted plan involving multiple foreign countries. This story is both heartwarming and disturbing. Family and friends worked together to save Mark, but the military seemed indifferent to the struggles that led to this situation. This is a powerful story that provides helpful inf...

For 40 years, Larry McCloskey has had the privilege of working with persons with disabilities. He applied for a job, which grew into a profession, which—because of the people—became a welcomed vocation. The people in this account might be regarded as common or even unexceptional by modern celebrity culture, but to the examining mind they are really quite astonishing. Here, Larry reveals that the most spectacular lives, those that can best instruct us on how to live life well, regardless of...

Imagine looking at the daunting task of leading a church to revitalize. Imagine the number of questions you might have. Then imagine an all-star team of experts coming alongside you to guide you in this leadership challenge. Imagine no more. You have that resource in your hand. Lead to Revitalize! is a gift to those of us who are leading and helping churches toward revitalization. Now, open the pages to this book and receive this gift for yourself!Thom Rainer

A practical, point-of-care companion for the wards—backed by Harrison’s trusted expertiseHarrison's Guide to Inpatient Medicine: Common Internal Medicine Diseases and Workups bridges the gap between dense medical school textbooks and quick-reference pocket guides, providing a structure to help medical students, interns, and residents navigate the transition from the classroom to the bedside with practical inpatient protocols for the wards...

Slavery is a tragic chapter in the history of Wilkes County with a lasting legacy. Prominent businessmen and celebrated civic leaders, like General William Lenoir and William Pitt Waugh, were among the county's largest slaveholders. Judith Williams Barber endured forty-five years of slavery and garnered respect from both white and black residents. Her story is linked to free person of color and noted landowner Henderson Waugh, whose illustrious, slaveholding white father connected ...

"The reader can't help but hold out hope that maybe someday, some of these sweeping changes could actually bring the nation's government out of its intellectual quagmire...his lively, conversational tone and compelling examples make the reader a more than willing student for this updated civics lesson." -- The HillThe political book of the year, from the acclaimed founder and director of the Center for politics at the University of Virginia.

The reader will move through Vienna from its inception to 1938, observing Western Europe from within this ancient city. Where did historic rivalries among European nations begin? How did the Enlightenment affect Europe & the United States? What persistent darkness allowed Hitler to lead the world into a second devastating world war? And what will it take for today's European Union to survive? The author answers these questions with fascinating details about what it was really like to live ...