Xlibris aug 2009 (372 risultati)

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Hawk of Yonezawa is a short novel, or novella, about the fictional adventures of Johann Sebastian Bach who is transported to the island of Japan. Bach is on a rare trip outside his world of Leipzig, Germany, a little after the year 1742. The coach breaks down and he misses the concert that would have featured George Frederic Handel performing his own works. On the return trip he meets a twelve-year-old boy and his young mother. They find that he knows how to play the organ and so they invite him to fix the one at their church. Bach refuses graciously, but once more the stagecoach breaks down, and Bach is transported in a dream with the boy and his mother to Japan, where he is beset with adventures while trying to fix the local church organ. This novella is written for a general, religious and musically inquisitive audience. It is family fare, suitable also for high school and college readers.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This is the inspiring story of a young man, Dan Caro, and his family, who must rebuild their lives after he is severely burned in their garage at the age of two. They must adapt to a new life that will enable their son to move ahead with his life. How Can YOU Play Drums illustrates the challenges and obstacles they encounter during his school years as he strives to find a life for himself. With God's love and support, Dan and his family are able to achieve what they originally thought was unimaginable given the hard road that Dan has had to travel. Dan becomes a professional jazz drummer and through his music he becomes an inspiration to others. He has no limitations given his circumstances and in addition to his music, he becomes an inspirational speaker who has travelled across the country playing his drums and speaking to thousands of people.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Walter Littlemoon's memoir, They Called Me Uncivilized, is a call to awareness from within the heart of Wounded Knee. In telling his story, Littlemoon describes the impact federal Indian policies have had on his life and on the history of his family. He gives a rare view into the cruelty inflicted on generations of Native American children through the implementation of U.S. government boarding schools, which resulted in a muted truth, called Soul Wound by some. In addition, and for the first time, his narrative provides a resident's view of the 1973 militant Occupation of Wounded Knee and the lasting impact that takeover has had on his community. His path toward a sense of peace and contentment is one he hopes others will follow. Remembering and telling the truth about traumatic events are prerequisites for healing. Many books have been written by scholars describing one aspect or another of Native American life, their history, their spirituality, the 1973 occupation, and a few have tried to describe the boarding schools. None have connected the dots. Until the language of the everyday man is used, scholarly words will shut out the people they describe and the pathology created by federal Indian policy will continue.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The Moravian Church has spread its gospel throughout the world for more than five centuries. But a new breed of Moravian ministers, who are really thugs trying to fleece their unsuspecting congregations, are threatening to destroy everything its congregants have worked so hard to build.These ministers and their allies continue to exhibit destructive behavior that is characteristic of the Mafiosi. The author, a regular Moravian Church congregant, bears witness to the injustices in hopes of helping weaker members and putting the church back on track.In this book, you'll learn about:How the church spread its wordMoravian idealsMoravian governmentWhy the church is being threatenedWhat can be done to fix the problemAnd much more!If those who believe in the ideals and qualities that led the Moravian Church to greatness continue to stay quiet, then the religion and what it stands for will ultimately die. Learn about the church's history and find out how to protect it against the evil forces of the Moravian Mafia.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Tracy Chapman owns and manages an antique shop, but her true passion is locating missing families of the deceased. Mystery and murder surrounds her latest assignment from the coroner's office: the death of a ninety-six year-old Jewish gentleman, Samuel Levine. But his death poses more difficulties than just locating his family. What secrets did Samuel keep that led to murder and kidnapping What did Samuel own that was so valuable someone was willing to kill to obtain it Did Samuel still have family in Germany, or would Tracy locate them in America Tracy hopes all answers will be revealed in the journal she finds hidden in a secret drawer in Samuel's desk. When Tracy involves her friend, private investigator T. Nicholas Greger, she inadvertently puts his life at risk along with her own in Obituary Column.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - To Be an Agnostic tackles the greatest questions in life from various religious, philosophical and historical perspectives. This is not a book attacking anyone's beliefs; it is a book about obtaining knowledge wherever it may be and using that knowledge to obtain truth. Here are some of the benefits that will be derived by anyone who reads it:Learn the agnostic approach to problem solvingEstablish solid foundations of knowledgeExplore augmentation techniques Make better decisionsWiden perspective to new views and definitionsPromote religious toleranceScrutinize what is good and what is evilTo be agnostic is to be without knowledge. To be without knowledge means knowledge needs to be obtained. To be an agnostic is to be a philosopher. Philosophy is the love of knowledge and wisdom. Acquiring true knowledge requires impeccable research and thinking, or philosophizing.This book is about knowledge and wisdom; there are countless instances where the absolute truth is unknown and therefore, theories are required. We need theories however, that are recognized for what they are. Simplicity is the essence of truth.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'In The Power of a Promise, Lesra shares the secrets of his success, demonstrating that a key factor in overcoming obstacles is a strong belief that we can move beyond limiting circumstances.' -Robin Sharma, Leadership guru, Author of the #1 International Bestsellers The Greatness Guide and The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari Have you ever discovered an inspiring story of someone who has made a real difference in the world and asked yourself how they accomplished that Lesra Martin's secret is that he believes that neither your intellect nor your circumstances will ultimately determine your success in life; that the real key to success lies in our ability to make a commitment to ourselves and then to fulfill that promise, whatever it is! Filled with thought-provoking insights and practical guidance for tackling the everyday challenges we all face, The Power of a Promise takes us on a journey to uncover our hidden strengths, to discover the gifts that we have to share and to reveal the life that we were meant to live. Lesra Martin was once an inner city kid dismissed by society; he rose from a poorly educated Brooklyn teen to a highly respected attorney. His heartrending story, which was the subject of the major feature film The Hurricane, has inspired millions, including its star, Denzel Washington. Also inspired by his experiences, The National Film Board of Canada produced the documentary The Journey of Lesra Martin, a compelling film that was screened at numerous film festivals around the world including the Hollywood Black Film Festival.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Failure vs. Success Now that this book is finally in print, I have given much thought as to why I ever compiled it in the first place. And then it struck me - this book represents the format that my own life has taken-first failures and then ultimately successes. Born the child of impoverished & poorly educated immigrant parents who clawed their way through the great depression & World War II, my life seemed to have no reason for greatness. My four years of U.S. Navy Service during the Korean War repaid me with the GI bill and the opportunity to get a college education. Thereafter my career as a life insurance agent began with many ups & downs caused by a lack of self confidence and a belief that my life was simply 'ordinary' and not really destined for achievement. The work ethic instilled in me from birth kept me ever going forward, but I never thought about success - my career was just a job and nothing more. But as I kept trying, I became increasingly better at it. I began spending lots more money on my career education, learning everything available about life insurance. People I met inspired me and I began living the life described in my book. As I gained maturity, education and experience, I kept records of my achievements and one day I realized I had accomplished the tenets in this book and I suddenly realized I had become successful. How did it happen Lots of education, lots of hard work, maturity, self confidence, learning my product backwards & forward, how to use it, how to sell it and how to love it - surpassing other agents who leveled off in their behavior & knowledge, I constantly put into practice everything I learned. I grew & grew until I really became the success I never dreamed was possible. But it was possible. First I had to learn it, feel it and become it - and then it happened for me just as it will happen for you - if you REALLY want it! And that's why I wrote this book - for you. Jerry Marcozzi. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Set behind the scenes of the contemporary art world, Art Damaged is the story of Nina Valliere, a glamorous, charismatic playgirl, artist, and museum slave. Join Nina as she juggles the men in her life, including a hot younger boyfriend, an eccentric artist, and an older, wealthy aristocrat; navigates the turbulent waters of the ocean of art world egos; and copes with a manhungry boss and an alcoholic director, all while pursuing credibility as an emerging artist in her own right. As complications escalate and chaos ensues, a scandalous turn of events threatens to compromise the museum and its future. Nina must face choices, both her own and those of others, that will change her life forever. A stylish romp through the recesses and chicanery of the art world, museum administration politics, and inner office intrigues, Art Damaged is an insider's tale that captures the lifestyle of an up-and-coming mixed -media artist in Orange County.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From their founding, the Massachusetts communities of Leominster and Fitchburg have shared the same river. More than that, they have long shared a special football competition that has sometimes spilled beyond the field. In A Game That Forged Rivals, author and historian Mark Bodanza captures the human drama of one of the nation's oldest football rivalries; the high schools of Leominster and Fitchburg have met on the gridiron for 114 years. This long-standing competition has weathered many challenges, including major developments in the sport, wars, economic turmoil, an epidemic, and technological and social change not imagined when the teams first met in 1894. Through all the years and contests, thousands of athletes have competed for pride and a belief that this game was the pinnacle of their football days. A Game That Forged Rivals shares the stories, dramatic clashes, and challenges that tested these young men both on and off the field. Compiled from newspaper articles, school yearbooks, game programs, eyewitness accounts, letters, photos, and archival records, A Game That Forged Rivals not only chronicles the development of football from its earliest days, but also tells the story of two communities that saw, in football, a way to grasp civic pride.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - When eighteen-year-old Gloria Summers dies unexpectedly after undergoing an elective tubal ligation at Detroit's Henry Ford Hospital, the mortality review committee can't determine what went wrong. But three more unexplained deaths of young women sends the hospital administration reeling. Desperate measures ensue, and surgical privileges are suspended. The administration hires renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Cole Buchanan to investigate these suspicious deaths. After reviewing the cases and performing additional autopsies, Buchanan determines that the deaths were murders, but he is stymied by the perpetrator's method. Detroit Police Department investigator Detective Joe Braun joins Buchanan in the murder probe; this pairing of a forensic specialist with a seasoned murder investigator provides unique insight into the case. Several possible suspects come to the forefront as the investigation focuses on the victims' backgrounds. Could the suspicious deaths be tied to the women's Catholic religion Or is someone on the hospital staff to blame for the murders Will Buchanan and Braun be able to unravel the mystery before more women die needlessly after surgery As the investigation continues, friends become enemies, one involved physician commits suicide, and an old romance is rekindled within the police department.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This book is both history and art, for it takes Epworths yesterdays and makes them come alive for todays children. In our four-generation family, everyone loved STEPS TO THE HEIGHTS. The book is sometimes a prose poem about Mother Baldy and Dummy Line and Vespers On The Beach. At other times it is fascinating study of the relationship between a wonderful summer resort named Epworth Heights and a wonderful Michigan town named Ludington.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Watching over Wilbur by author Jack Henderson tells the powerful story of two small-town American boys, one, a feisty Irishman, Keating O'Neil, and the other, an African American, Wilbur Washington. They find their separate life paths joined on the battlefields of Vietnam in a surreal, karmic dance that leads them each through temptation, addiction, greed, romance, and the vicissitudes of war. Both young soldiers are faced with life-and-death choices, while friends and relatives anguish as the news of their struggles reach them stateside. Watching over Wilbur explores wartime issues that are as relevant today as they were forty years ago. Written in masterful dramatic prose, Henderson has composed a novel that speaks to the challenges of social injustice and the life-changing experiences of war and its aftermath. This is a work of rare remarkable power and grace that will not soon be forgotten, and is a must-read for anyone who loves a great story well told.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Whether or not we realize it at the time, normal events in our everyday lives can have significant spiritual meaning, and can also offer valuable lessons-if we only take the time to listen. Seasons of Salt, a compilation of inspiring meditations from Millie Horlacher, is a perfect opportunity to do just that. In more than sixty devotions suitable for individual or group use, Horlacher seamlessly integrates faith and daily living. Horlacher shows how everyday activities, including childhood games, kitchen challenges, and family and church events, present perfect opportunities for expressions of faith. And since each meditation begins with a scripture reference and ends with prayer, you'll dig deeper into the Bible and find spiritual growth. With wit and wisdom, Horlacher also tackles subjects such as stewardship, servant hood, and the importance of the church family. In addition, you'll find insight into church celebrations and liturgical seasons in the 'Traveling Through the Church Year' section. Taking the time to study God's Word and celebrating our everyday experiences is a vital part of the Christian walk. Let Seasons of Salt give you encouragement and strength for your life's journey.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In the action-packed thriller Original Sin, a powerful and secret society of religious zealots have one mission-to cleanse the world of impurity. The group hires a female assassin to seek out and viciously purify adulterous married men. Brandy's hunting ground is none other than an adult online chat room. Brandy has no patience for the liars and cheaters who sin as adulterers. After the men display their true intentions in the chat room with her, she realizes they are deserving of everything she is going to do to them. When Brandy's first victim is found in a ramshackle motel room filleted by a butcher knife with the word 'sinner' crudely written in blood on his forehead, newly-promoted Chicago police detective Dallas Holden is called in to supervise the homicide investigation. As the case progresses, Dallas enters the fascinating and highly seductive realm of online chatting in order to find the killer. Danger mounts as Holden finds himself entangled in an intricate web of love, betrayal, and power that inevitably leads to a confrontation with a trusted ally and the leader of the secret religious society-a showdown that will change Dallas Holden's life forever.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - When the little slave girl was born, plantation owner John Penrose bestowed the name Cassiopeia for the small birthmark placed low on her neck identical to that of the chair in the constellation Cassiopeia, named for an Ethiopian queen. Growing up as a house slave on Roselawn Plantation, Cassie Omoru dreams of being free and helping her people. But when her well-being is threatened by Enoch Penrose, the depraved son of the plantation owner, she is whisked away to St. Benedict's Monastery on Skidaway Island, Georgia. Enoch swears he won't give up until Cassie is his. Meanwhile, under the loving guidance of Sister Bernadette, Cassie blossoms into an intelligent and accomplished young woman. When the French army arrives to aid the Americans in their attempt to free Savannah from the British, they recruit her as an interpreter, and she falls in love with a French-Haitian soldier, Andre Dupre. But even as the battle subsides, danger looms for Cassie as Enoch pursues her and Andre through the sea islands of Georgia as they seek sanctuary in Spanish Florida. She prays that her namesake in the sky can protect her from evil.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In this compelling memoir that spans a musician's incredible ride through fifty-four years of life, Donald Darcy provides a glimpse into his journey through a world of music, drugs, and alcoholism, ultimately illustrating that recovery is possible for anyone with a desire to change. A professional singer and songwriter, Donald details his life during the post-war modulation of the late 1950s, the turbulent 1960s, the drug-soaked 1970s and 1980s, and finally, the introspective 1990s that he has nicknamed 'The Age of Recovery.' As he shares the process of how he became addicted to alcohol and drugs, Donald chronicles his once-in-a-lifetime experiences that transported him from Carnegie Hall to Monterey Pop and beyond while educating others about the telltale symptoms of addiction. As he explains how he embraced a spiritual awakening and his subsequent recovery, Donald also shares his opinions about drug addiction, treatment, and genetic dispositions that may cause addiction. Blues to Blood illuminates the path of addiction by providing a self-disclosing, real-life story that offers an in-depth understanding for alcoholics, drug addicts, parents, or friends about the plight of addiction, the destruction it leaves in its path, and the inner-peace that recovery brings.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - I looked at your pitch and thought - what Then I suddenly realised: it's a poem. Of course! You get so used to reading prose pitches as précis of stories that you tend to forget there are a million other ways to write a pitch. Firstly, I have to say this is the best set out volume of poetry I've come across. And to the poems themselves Very well written. Blank verse is your forte and you don't privilege yourself in the way that amateur writers often tend to. Your writing is spare and descriptive, evoking an atmosphere. You have some very good lines, too, like these from 'So What': Confusions in the heaven/ An angel in blue came with a consolation/ And the assurance that there was no big deal about the verification.' A skilful use of bathos. _____Bren VerrillThe Weird Problem of Good.This is my song, not your song! This is truly songs of hearts. Very esoteric and captivating._____Elijah Enyereibe IwujiThis is beautiful, sad, inspiring, captivating and incredibly well conceived. _____ElainaGathering of RainThis feels like a very ambitious, honest piece of work._____Andrew S I loved this, I became entirely caught up in it.This is thought provoking and compelling, I didn't read one poem I didn't like. They are well written, you convey exactly what you want us to feel - I take my hat off to you. _____Annabelle PAdelaide Short.It is deep and insightful and stirs a wide range of emotions that brings us to the truth of our souls._____JanvierFlash of the Sun.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - When Skinny Malink meets Rosemary Fingerhat, she discovers a new world with cats as its focus. Skinny, whose real name is Sally, is introduced to the Ailurophile Society, a vast association of cat admirers. The only requirement to be a member is cohabitation with a very special cat, or cats. The society is quite vast. With Rosemary to guide her, Skinny meets some of the most unique people in town - all of whom are devoted to serving cats of exceptional intelligence, beauty, virtue and charm. There are cats that need love, cats that need a bath and cats that get themselves and their owners into all sorts of trouble. But in their own ways, they are mysterious, adorable and inspiring. As the duo attempts to record the stories of the society, they find themselves collecting amazing tales, solving family dilemmas and mending broken hearts, all while enjoying the company of some very special felines in Catscratch Fever and Other Stories.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - When a beloved pet dies, the grief that often follows can be overwhelming. Why We Love Them So: Surviving the Loss of an Animal Friend offers profound guidance on how to understand deep sorrow and eventually use its power to transform our lives. Father Paul Keenan faced his own grief journey when Teddy, his twenty-five-year-old cat, passed away. Knowing the love he felt for Teddy was irreplaceable, Father Paul turned within and listened to his soul, sharing the valuable lessons he learned as a result. Along with providing a series of short reflections on various aspects of grieving, Father Paul moves those mourning the loss of an animal companion through the seven stages of grief that comprise such profound emotions as: Feeling alone after death Dealing with 'Why me ' Learning to receive and offer compassion Realizing an overall purpose Sorting through past life experiences Returning to daily life Committing to a new level of aliveness and reality Father Paul's gentle advice and guidance will inspire, uplift, and connect readers with their capacity to live purposeful, meaningful lives after the loss of their much-adored animal companions. All proceeds from this book go to The Perseus Foundation, a 501(c)(3) founded in 1999 which funds cancer research to benefit our canine and feline friends.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - ¿ Have you every wondered, what defines leadership in the 21st Century ¿ Do you know what it takes to become a revolutionary leader for change ¿ Do you possess the essential skills needed to be a transformative leader in your organization ¿ What are the things that separate extraordinary leaders from ordinary leaders Look no further for these answers. Anton Gunn's amazing love of Hip Hop, community organizing and politics has uniquely prepared him to craft these leadership essentials that he calls The Audacity of Leadership.Anton's distinctive ability to turn small opportunities into bold leadership positions was the beginning of The Audacity of Leadership. Anton's leadership path has taken him from Hip Hop; to Division I College Football; to the youngest executive to lead a major non-profit organization in South Carolina; ultimately to making history in the South Carolina House of Representatives.Anton's career led him to a defining leadership experience working for future President, Barack Obama. This unique opportunity has given Anton profound insights into the essentials necessary to become the kind of bold leader that makes change possible in our world.The model of The Audacity of Leadership explains the essential qualities that today's leaders must posses in order to become a bold and transformative leader in the 21st Century.Anton learned these skills as a community organizer, advocate, and a political leader. Now you can learn them too. Start your leadership journey today by mastering these essentials and I promise you, you will enhance your ability to change the world.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From a childhood exposed to public health to his career as a doctor, the author follows a wandering path from internal medicine to infectious diseases, preventive medicine, outpatient clinics, and public health. Along the way he encounters patients with rare or unusual twists, earns scars from the War against Poverty, and has memorable experiences with medical students. In addition, he helped establish the Emory School of Public Health at Emory University, where he was the Chairman of Preventive Medicine until his retirement in 1990. Few, if any of these experiences were planned. He found that many were accidental, some were unwelcome, but all were rewarding in the end. In What's Up, Doc , Dr. Sellers shares the ups and downs of his forty-four year career in medicine.…

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Konrad Ventana's The Unbearable Sadness of Zilch is positively Post-Lux- post-modern, post-enlightenment drama that exposes the pathos of creativity-a moveable feast for anyone who loves Hollywood stories and film noir.The Unbearable Sadness of Zilch is a treatise on existentialism, modernism, and the emergence of nouveau feminism. Set in Hollywood Neo-noir and guided by an intrepid philosophical counselor (life coach), the reader investigates The Lost Love of the Latest Tycoon, examining the role of the muse, the magnificent intemperate impulses of the femme fatale, and the allure of the casting couch, while witnessing the fall of an empire in the twilight of the egoists.The author, an American Scientist and Visionary, provides a unique view of the creative process and its varied sources. Using the pseudonym, Konrad Ventana, literally 'Bold Counsel through a Window,' the author looks behind the scenes at the ideologies of our modern times and examines the potential for future development.…