A foremost contemporary theory of social change explained that shows us how the future must be built day by day.Rehearsing the Future explores the work and legacy of James and Grace Lee Boggs, two of the most influential American radical thinkers of the twentieth century. Grace Lee Boggs earned a PhD in philosophy in the 1940s, though facing obstacles to an academic career as a young Chinese American woman, she left and became a political organizer in Detr...

A showcase of some of the finest weird fiction from 2024, the inaugural volume of The Best Weird Fiction of the Year pays homage to, and builds upon, the critical success of its sibling predecessor, The Year's Best Weird Fiction, Vols. 1 - 5 (2014 - 2018).Fiction from Joanne Anderton, Jason Baltazar, Seán Padraic Birnie, Chris Campbell, F.E. Choe, Kay Chronister, Dominique Dickey, Diana Dima, Hiron Ennes, Richard Gavin, Elliott Gish, Thomas Ha, Rachael K. Jones, J...

A visually stunning graphic novel adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Dune Messiah**, this volume brings one of science fiction’s most pivotal stories to life in a bold, immersive new format.**Adapted by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson and illustrated by Michael Shelfer, Dune Messiah: Book 1 transforms the iconic sequel into a cinematic graphic experience.Rich, detailed artwork captures the scale of Arrakis and the complexit...

The first volume of Abrams ComicArts’ faithful graphic-novel adaptations of Dune Messiah**, part of the groundbreaking science-fiction series by Frank Herbert—timed to the release of the movie**In this epic second act of Frank Herbert’s classic Dune saga, the story of Paul Atreides—better known, and feared, as Muad’Dib—continues. As emperor of the known universe, he wields more power than any one man was meant to hold. Worshipped ...

In the run-down orphanage known as Boys Hall, 4th grader Chip Rock is handed a daunting task: go downtown, alone, and pay a visit to Mrs. Carruthers, a 75-year-old sourpuss and total stranger. Help her write a letter. There they sit, like two dogs sniffing each other. It's a neighborly assignment but Chip never expected a stinky house, a bad attitude and four-letter words that fly like hornets. As the frightened orphan meets a crabby loner, Chip learns the job has nothing to do with letter...

Bulldog Puppyhood Made Soulful is a heart‑led, LIMA practical, and emotionally intelligent guide for anyone welcoming a bulldog puppy into their life. Blending grounded behavioural science with deep, soulful connection, it helps you understand your puppy's needs, emotions, and communication from the very first moment you meet them.Written by Michael Pepple — certified canine communicator, accomplished bulldog trainer, widely known as T...

"Charming . . . Connolly recounts growing up a scrappy Montana kid—one who happened to be born without legs. . . . an empowering read." — PeopleKevin Connolly has been an object of curiosity since the day he was born without legs. Growing up in rural Montana, he was raised like any other kid (except, that is, for his father's MacGyver-like contraptions such as the "butt boot"). As a college student, Kevin traveled to seventeen countries on his skateboard, i...

Moorcock crosses genres, bends boundaries, and breaks rules as only a master storyteller can.” —Library Journal “He is the master storyteller of our time.” —Angela Carter Michael Moorcock: Legendary author of the Elric saga, Science Fiction Grand Master, platinum album–receiving rock star, and controversial editor of the new wave fiction movement’s New Worlds. In this definitive collection, discover the incomparable stories of one of our most important contemporary writers. These ...

Contemporary readers often struggle with the Pentateuch, finding it difficult to understand, if not outright boring or even offensive. In this accessible survey textbook, David J. H. Beldman and Michael J. Rhodes help students discover that the Pentateuch is the critical launching pad and starting point for encountering God and God's ways in the world. These texts are the "big bang" of the Bible: The entire universe of the scriptural story spins out and takes shape from these first explosi...

Long live the King of Deadpan! The first-ever biography of one of the most influential comedians in show business whose extraordinary, nearly 65-year run made him an American treasure.Why did Chicago-born accountant George Robert Newhart go into comedy? In his own words, it was because he “wasn’t a very good accountant.” A wise move. In 1961, his album The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart, recorded the year before at his debut stand-up gig in a small club i...

A History of Ancient Israel tells the story of Israel's history, with the biblical record enriched by the latest historical research, archaeological discoveries, and geographical insights. Beginning with the founding of the nation in 2091 B.C., Grisanti and Bolen work through the history of Israel in chronological order through the Exile and Return. This up-to-date resource incorporates the latest findings and discoveries to reveal what happened and why. By synthesizing a massive ...

**Available in English for the first time comes the direct sequel to Shin’ichi Sakamoto’s (#DRCL Midnight Children) manga series Innocent.The spark of revolution ignites the hearts of the French population.**Thwarted by fate with the calamity that followed the Affair of the Diamond Necklace, Marie-Joseph is determined to confront destiny. When a young blacksmith who advocated for equality was sentenced to death, the populace rose up and rushed the block in...