an invitation from the king

Messages from an Owl

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Terman, Max R., PUBLISHER: Princeton University Press, When zoologist Max Terman came to the rescue of a great horned owlet in a Kansas town park, he embarked on an adventure that would test his scientific ingenuity and lead to unprecedented observations of an owl's hidden life in the wild.

Payday 2 Sports Borsa 2$ Logo

Polyester duffle bag from the video game with the measurements of 61 x 31 x 30 cm (41 l) to carry your precious loot in black, showing the 2$ logo. Perfect for carrying lots of money and rough transportation when running from the police. It features a metal zipper and an additional pocket on both sides.

American Revolution: People and Perspectives

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Frank, Andrew K., PUBLISHER: ABC-CLIO, "American Revolution" looks at one of the most significant eras in American history through the eyes of its least famous, least studied citizens. It is an eye-opening collection of essays demonstrating how the wrenching transformation from English colonies to an emerging nation affected Americans from all walks of life. "American Revolution" features the work of 14 accomplished social historians, whose findings are adding new dimensions to our understanding of the Revolutionary era. But some of the most fascinating contributions to this volume come from the people themselves-the anecdotes, letters, diaries, journalism, and other documents that convey the experiences of the full spectrum of American society in the mid- to late-18th century (including women, African Americans, Native Americans, immigrants, soldiers, children, laborers, Quakers, sailors, and farmers).

The Beaver and the Bear

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kending, Paul, PUBLISHER: Authorhouse, Jotham Marichetti dropped his Indian name when he returned to Northern Wisconsin. The Chippewa had called him Ahmeek, the Beaver, when he was a child, but as a law school graduate he would have to go back to the name his mother gave him. He would never forget, however, his Indian friends from childhood. Even after he became District Attorney of Bayfield County, he was their advocate and, with help from an unlikely friend, solved the mystery when an elderly Chippewa was found dead on the side of a highway.

BBQ Food: Get Out of the Kitchen and Turn Up the Heat

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Scarlett, Kay / Laurel Glen Publishing, PUBLISHER: Laurel Glen Publishing, An invitation to a barbecue usually means it's time to enjoy good company and great food. Food never tastes better than when it is cooked outdoors. From the traditional fare of steak and sausages to the more gourmet style of Thai Beef Salad, the recipes in BBQ Food showcase the wonderful variety of dishes that can be cooked on a barbecue - with both the traditional wood-fired and the high-tech electric or gas grill. Here are such irresistible dishes as Spiced Duck Breast with Peach and Chili Salad, Korean Barbecue Beef in Lettuce Leaves, and Grilled Panettone with Peaches.

Origins of the Modern Mind: Three Stages in the Evolution of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Donald, Merlin, PUBLISHER: Harvard University Press, This bold and brilliant book asks the ultimate question of the life sciences: How did the human mind acquire its incomparable power? In seeking the answer, Merlin Donald traces the evolution of human culture and cognition from primitive apes to artificial intelligence, presenting an enterprising and original theory of how the human mind evolved from its presymbolic form.

Letters from a Skeptic: A Son Wrestles with His Father's

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Boyd, Gregory A. / Boyd, Edward K., PUBLISHER: David C. Cook, Greg Boyd and his father, Ed, were on opposite sides of a great divide. Greg was a newfound Christian, while his father was a longtime agnostic. So Greg offered his father an invitation: Ed could write with any questions on Christianity, and his son would offer a response. "Letters from a Skeptic" contains this special correspondence. The letters tackle some of today's toughest challenges facing Christianity, including Do all non-Christians go to hell? How can we believe a man rose from the dead? Why is the world so full of suffering? How do we know the Bible was divinely inspired? Does God know the future? Each response offers insights into the big questions, while delivering intelligent answers that connect with both the heart and mind. Whether you're a skeptic, a believer, or just unsure, these letters can provide a practical, common-sense guide to the Christian faith.

Thea Stilton and the Ghost of the Shipwreck

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Stilton, Thea / Abagnale, Maria / Battan, Alessandro, PUBLISHER: Scholastic Paperbacks, During a marine biology lesson at Mouseford Academy, the Thea Sisters learn about a mysterious shipwreck off Whale Island. According to legend, a very rare diamond called Jasmine's Heart was on the ship when it sank. When biology teacher Professor Van Kraken disappears, the Thea Sisters have to dive into the deep ocean to find him and the jewel. And just when they think their adventures are over, the Thea Sisters receive an invitation to travel to China to find another missing treasure. It's an adventure these five world-traveling mice will never forget

Tiger in the Shadows

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wilson, Debbie / Wilson, Debra, PUBLISHER: Kregel Publications, Stefanie Peng abandons her comfortable American life for a desperate quest--gaining the release of her grandfather, an underground pastor, from an oppressive Chinese labor camp. But the "Beijing Tiger," a Chinese master spy, stalks her every move; clawing for leverage over America through her father, a world-renowned physicist, and the leaders of the Chinese church. Only the courage of the enigmatic man who loves her can save her. From the labor camps to illegal union meetings, from prison to the underground church, Stefanie comes face-to-face with the value of her freedom and the cost so many pay for the faith. A Guaranteed Fiction Title The author--a member of Human Rights in China--knows the Chinese situation A dramatic look at the living conditions of persecuted brothers and sisters in ChristTouches a growing global consciousness

Where Does Love Come From?

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Accord Publishing / Kirkova, Milena, PUBLISHER: Accord Publishing, Where does love come from? It's an awfully big question for little ones. "Where Does Love Come From" is a sweetly simple tale winds through a variety of silly questions on its brightly illustrated pages. Does love grow on a tree? Or swim in the sea? Does it blow in the wind? In the end, a huge heart declares what we should already know... that love comes from the heart.

The Short Story: The Reality of Artifice

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: May, Charles E., PUBLISHER: Routledge, The short story is one of the most difficult types of prose to write and one of the most pleasurable to read. From Boccaccio's Decameron to The Collected Stories of Reynolds Price, Charles May gives us an understanding of the history and structure of this demanding form of fiction. Beginning with a general history of the genre, he moves on to focus on the nineteenth-century when the modern short story began to come into focus. From there he moves on to later nineteenth-century realism and early twentieth-century formalism and finally to the modern renaissance of the form that shows no signs of abating. A chronology of significant events, works and figures from the genre's history, notes and references and an extensive bibliographic essay with recommended reading round out the volume.

The Ghost of the Revelator

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Modesitt, L. E., Jr., PUBLISHER: Tor Books, L.E. Modesitt, Jr., has gained a legion of devoted fans for his science fiction as well as his epic fantasy novels. The Ghost of the Revelator is one of the best displays yet of his ability to blend dramatic, imaginative stories with rigorous social and scientific extrapolation.Doktor Johan Eschbach (the central character of Modesitt's popular alternate history SF novel, Of Tangible Ghosts) had hoped for a quiet life in retirement from the intelligence service, teaching environmental science at the University of New Bruges and living with his new wife, the vocalist Llysette du Boise. Llysette, a refugee from the burning remains of France, would herself like little more than to resume her singing career and forget her time in the prison camps of the Hapsburg Empire.But an unusual invitation from the Mormon nation of Deseret inexorably drags Johan back into the spy business, though he isn't quite sure why or for whom. It quickly becomes apparent that he is being used as a pawn in a deadly game of international maneuverings that are leading the world closer to war.

Soaring on High: Spiritual Insights from the Life of an

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Whelchel, Mary, PUBLISHER: Moody Publishers, Communicating the Message Through an Eagle's Eyes. The majestic eagle has captivated the hearts and imaginations of many. This bird is also used in scripture to illustrate numerous attributes of believers. Mary Whelchel has taken these illustrations and applied them to believers' lives. The eagle's unique design, from their large wings to sharp eyesight, pictures our own uniqueness as new creations in Christ. Easily read, this book will appeal to believers of all ages.

ChiRunning & ChiWalking Daily Fitness Journal

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dreyer, Katherine / Dreyer, Danny, PUBLISHER: Chiliving, Inc., This 12-month journal is a companion to the ChiRunning and ChiWalking system, which draws from the lessons of vital chi energy. The journal is designed to help people of all fitness levels set goals, track workouts, and chart their progress. Inspiring quotes and tips are provided alongside daily workout logs, end-of-the-week reviews, weekly progress charts, a race log, an exercise chart, and much more. Any exercise enthusiast, from the fitness walker to the experienced marathoner, will find it to be an indispensible tool for the body and the mind.

AA Britain's Best B&B's

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Griffiths, Fiona, PUBLISHER: AA Publishing, A selection of the very best bed and breakfast establishments across England, Scotland, Wales, and the Channel Islands All the bed and breakfasts featured in this attractive guide book were hand selected as the best of the best from AA's best-selling "Bed & Breakfast Guide." Entry to the guide is by invitation only, as recommended by AA inspectors, which ensures the highest quality of the hospitality, accommodation, and food on offer from these unique B&Bs. In county and town order, this edition features detailed descriptions of each establishment and color photographs of both bed and breakfasts and regional imagery.

Self-Editing for Fiction Writers, Second Edition: How to

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Browne, Renni / King, Dave, PUBLISHER: William Morrow & Company, Hundreds of books have been written on the art of writing. Here at last is a book by two professional editors to teach writers the techniques of the editing trade that turn promising manuscripts into published novels and short stories. In this completely revised and updated second edition, Renni Browne and Dave King teach you, the writer, how to apply the editing techniques they have developed to your own work. Chapters on dialogue, exposition, point of view, interior monologue, and other techniques take you through the same processes an expert editor would go through to perfect your manuscript. Each point is illustrated with examples, many drawn from the hundreds of books Browne and King have edited.

Moby-Dick: Or the Whale AND an Extract from Narrative of the

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Melville, Herman / Chase, Owen, PUBLISHER: Random House (UK), When Ishmael sets sail on the whaling ship Pequod one cold Christmas Day, he is clueless to the horrors that await him on the vast and merciless ocean. The ship's strange captain, Ahab, is in the grip of an obsession to hunt down the famous white whale, Moby Dick, and will stop at nothing on his quest to annihilate his nemesis. Considered a failure during Melville's lifetime but now hailed as a classic American novel, Ishmael's story combines symbolism and philosophical debate with gripping adventure narrative in an uncanny and unforgettable fashion. An extract from "Narrative of the Most Extraordinary and Distressing Shipwreck of the Whale-ship Essex" by Owen Chase--which inspired Melville's own story--is also included.

Alienista, El - Bolsillo = The Alienist

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Carr, Caleb, PUBLISHER: Suma, The year is and New York Times crime reporter John Schuyler Moore is summoned to East River by his friend and former classmate Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, a renowned psychologist and "alienist." On the Williamsburg Bridge, they find the horribly mutilated body of an adolescent boy, a prostitute from one of Manhattan's infamous brothels. From then on, their dangerous quest takes them into the twisted mind of a murderer who will kill again before the hunt is over. Fast-paced and gripping, The Alienist brings us into an encounter with the Gilded Age of USA's history, and its tarnished underside.

Winter of the World

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Anderson, Poul, PUBLISHER: Tor Books, Thousands of years from now, after a new Ice Age has reduced our world to frozen ruins, new civilizations and cultures arise from the Ice. But as the people of tomorrow slowly uncover the lost technology of the past, they also rediscover war, conquest, diplomacy...and betrayal. While the might Rahidain-Barammian Empire expands across the globe, Josserek Derrain, uncover agent for the freedom-loving Seafolk, must find a way to save his people from the Empire's grasp. His best hope is an alliance with the Rogaviki, a wild and nomadic race whose women are rumored to cast an unbreakable spell on any man who dares seek them out. Between barbarians and aristocrats, spied and soldiers, the battle lines are drawn in the ultimate conflict to determine who will rule over..,"The Winter of the World."

The Water Hole

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Base, Graeme, PUBLISHER: Puffin Books, In the tradition of his best-selling alphabet book, Animalia, author and illustrator Graeme Base takes young readers on an exhilarating journey of discovery with an ingenious fusion of counting book, puzzle book, storybook, and art book. From the plains of Africa and the jungles of the Amazon to the woodlands of North America and the deserts of outback Australia, the animals come together to drink from the water hole. But their water supply is diminishing. Whatas going on? Each sumptuous landscape illustration conceals hidden animal pictures for readers to find as they count the animals that visit the water hole and try to solve the mystery: will the animals come back or is their water source gone forever?

Liquid Dreams of Vampires

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Riccardo, Martin V., PUBLISHER: Llewellyn Publications, Why are we so enthralled with the dark passions evoked by the pale skin and penetrating eyes of the vampire? Descend into the murky shadows of the subconscious as vampire researcher Martin V. Riccardo presents dreams, nightmares, and fantasies from the general public that reveal the true power of the vampire's image. Learn how he serves as an archetype of the otherworldy lover... and why, for some, vampires are an overwhelming obsession.

The Drowning House

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Black, Elizabeth, PUBLISHER: Nan A. Talese, An absorbing and atmospheric debut novel about a haunting family legacy that spans a century. Photographer Clare Porterfield's once-happy marriage is coming apart, unraveling under the strain of a family tragedy. When she receives an invitation to direct an exhibition in her hometown of Galveston, Texas, she jumps at the chance to escape her grief and reconnect with the island she hasn't seen for ten years. There Clare will have the time and space to search for answers about her troubled past and her family's complicated relationship with the wealthy and influential Carraday family. Soon she finds herself drawn into a century-old mystery involving Stella Carraday. Local legend has it that Stella drowned in her family's house during the Hurricane of , hung by her long hair from the drawing room chandelier. Could Stella have been saved? What is the true nature of Clare's family's involvement? The questions grow like the wildflower vines that climb up the walls and fences of the island. And the closer Clare gets to the answers, the darker and more disturbing the truth becomes. Steeped in the rich local history of Galveston, "The Drowning House" portrays two families, inextricably linked by tragedy and time.

Greek Meze Cooking

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Maxwell, Sara, PUBLISHER: Booksales, Brings the tastes and flavors of the Aegean into your kitchen. An authentic range of Meze cooking featuring recipes from botch the islands and the mainland.

Russian Politics: The Post-Soviet Phase

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barry, Donald D., PUBLISHER: Lang, Peter, Publishing Inc., This book analyzes the evolution and operation of political institutions in Russia from its emergence from the shadow of the disintegrating Union of Soviet Socialist Republic through its first decade as an independent state. Emphasizing structures and problems, the main topics treated are constitutional development, presidential-parliamentary relations, electoral politics, the party system, and the search for a workable federalism, including descriptions of principal people and events.

The Conspiracy to Silence the Son of God

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brooke, Tal, PUBLISHER: Harvest House Publishers, The Conspiracy to Silence the Son of God is an invaluable tool for discerning the true from the False in this age of relative thought and deceptive spirituality.

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