Iuniverse aug 2021 (30 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A baffling divorce on Long Island, a mysterious disease in Malaysia and a preeminent Chinese scientist with ties to Taiwan and a story to tell, collide in an explosive and timely tale of scientific and political espionage.Moving between New York, China and Taiwan, Immortal in Splashed Ink is an international thriller about ordinary people drawn into a global plot involving powerful players and worldwide repercussions.NYU science professor Jack Cedar is stunned to be accused of planning to kidnap his own children and served with a restraining order that bars him from leaving the country to deliver an important lecture to a prestigious international science federation. He furiously confronts Aruba Jones, the experienced and savvy divorce lawyer who prepared the legal papers, claiming that he has never been married, has no children and has never even heard of Aimee Cedar, the enigmatic woman claiming to be his wife. When Aimee vanishes, and Jack and Aruba become suspects in a deadly terrorist incident, the unlikely pair are thrown together in a desperate effort to unravel the bizarre chain of events that has ensnared them.Across the world, renowned Chinese scientist and high-ranking Communist Party member, Dr. Pao Den Chin, identifies scientific evidence of immense global importance. When the Communist Party prohibits investigation of his groundbreaking discovery and uses brutal methods to eradicate all evidence of it, the melancholy and introspective Den Chin conceives a plan to ensure that his research will continue. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In Evergreen Leaves, the characters are worldly-wise and affluent. They are involved in the arts, journalism, the performing arts, music and philanthropic support of the arts. Although sophisticated, some of them are unwittingly deceived in 'A Quiet Evening' and 'The Leather Envelope,' both of which are set in Washington, DC; and in 'That Friday,' which is set on Marco Island in southern Florida. In 'Visiting Lena,' the main characters experience generational conflict. And in 'The Nighttime Limousine Tour,' characters fall victim to crime. Both stories are set in Paris, France. Other stories in Evergreen Leaves are set in the Washington, DC - Maryland area and are titled: 'In October,' a story that involves mismatched lovers; 'Maureen's Gift' which follows the journey of one gift; 'The Promise' in which a character makes a unique vow; and 'A Christmas Surprise,' in which a couple and their friends experience Yuletide together in France.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Over the past two years a pandemic has gripped the planet in fear with lockdowns, restrictions, and a transition into a unknown future with transhumanism at its helm. While the flow of information has been heavily censored and controlled by a new 'fact checker' system, humanity seemingly is only getting one side of the story. The SARS-Cov2 has been manipulated by the mass media keeping people locked in their homes afraid to go out. Controversial theories including this virus being imaginary and that the virus was engineered to control the world population are at the helm of the argument. Part one of the third installment of the series questions the state of humanity's future and the fate of our very race with our environmental habits, vaccines and their supposed purpose, what it means to be human and our beliefs. Has humanity reached its zenith With the 2030 agenda pushed by the United Nations and their praise for what some are calling the 'scamdemic/plandemic' as a means of starting over, is humanity to begin what most are calling the Great Reset Is the next stage in our evolution dominated by RFID implanted chips, vaccine passports with the promise of returning to a 'normal life,' and a biotechnology The horizon in humanity's future seems mysterious and hidden. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Free State of Winston is a peaceful place anchored deep within the heart and soul of Cole McTavish from Winston County. Following the incident at Looney's Tavern on 4 July 1861, this adventurous young man sets out from the town of Double Springs to embark upon the path he has chosen for himself. The civil war has already begun while many fathers, sons, brothers, and husbands everywhere are facing individual life changing decisions concerning the main issue of slavery. With the continued secession of the southern states from the Union, and now, the threat of Winston County to secede from the State of Alabama, Cole must believe he has made the right decision. Now, his very life will depend on it. The love of his country is the driving force behind the sole determination of this fearless young man. Will this be enough to bring him back to a place called Winston.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The story is of a young man's coming of age and his discovery of his true nature and calling by taking on an ancient series of seemingly dangerous and impossible alchemical tasks like those confronted by the mythological Greek gods Psyche who wields the magic of intuition and love and Apollo the god of light and darkness, healing, and the slayer of dragons. He learns how to face demons that hide in the netherworld of his unconscious and masters the techniques to overcome them. Included in his training is a set of 12 ancient laws presented by a mysterious magus that leads him into the real magic of life. Here a young boy discovers that the greatest treasure of a person does not exist outside themselves but within. By the end of the story the reader too will know what magic is and how to open themselves to its wonders.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Arc of a Squire is the sequel to The Village Squires - Tales of Mayhem and Revenge, which was a story of rock and roll and redemption. Arc of a Squire takes place 30+ years later, with the original characters all re-appearing and focuses on the revenge of a tragic incident and the repercussions resulting, affecting everyone involved.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Contemplations is a collection of works and writings that Robert O. Doverspike wrote throughout his life.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - My story is about an Irish family and some of the joys and woes they have. Also, I fit in some macabre elements, a little wolf stuff, not really bloody, maybe a little silly though. Nowadays, with all the vampire and werewolf stories, they get too bloody and violent. Mine is more on the side of keeping the people more sheeplike, not wolfish, as opposed to the violence and bloodshed in movies and stories today.Donavan, the main character, goes into a dream world one night in a cabin in the Canadian Rockies and sees his late mother and father and others, and a story unwinds in his mind, and tells him who his father really is. The saga goes from Kansas to Canada, Ireland, then Scotch Highlands. Like I said, it might be a little silly, and a little mixed up, but all in all, I think it's good reading, especially the intimate parts. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - School teacher Joseph Akeroyd was appointed Inspector General of Victoria's prison system in 1924. He held this role until 1947 becoming the longest serving Inspector General in Victoria's history. This book examines the experiences, achievements and failures of Joseph Akeroyd, the longest serving Inspector General of Victoria's (Australia) penal system, in reforming that system. This is not a traditional biography. It traverses Akeroyd's experiences in his time and reflects on reforms through the author's experiences as a contemporary prison educator. Drawing on his education background, Akeroyd revolutionised the ways prisons and prisoners in Victoria were managed and many of these reforms are embedded in current practice. Access to his personal diaries, letters, official reports, newspaper reports and other private documentation gave insights so his single-minded reform agenda establishing Victoria's unique relationship between education and prison management can now be recognised and acknowledged. There are many personal stories where Akeroyd interacted with infamous criminals. The examination of thwarted escape plans, rectifying wrongful convictions, recording the final days of those awaiting the noose, interviewing those about to be whipped or birched and following up after the events are moderated with contemporary stories of modern day interactions between teachers and prisoner students- some humorous, some sad, some sobering. Finally, this book will challenge all readers to reflect on the role of education in prisons, gain insights following stories of conversations with inmates, challenges in changing practice, involved in education, especially prisoner education, whether you are forming policy, advising policy and practice, delivering programs, supporting those undertaking studies, managing those who teach and /or preparing to teach in these unique environments to reflect on your own learnings and how to adequately prepare for those undertaking this vocation in the future.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The rich and exciting history of British Honduras unfolds slowly through the plot and fascinating characters of this book. Narratives include a tale of high seas adventure. The author traces the journey of Maya who fled Mexico in mid-19th Century to settle in Northern British Honduras. He provides live views of 20th Century Colonial British Honduras through the eyes of loggers, chicleros, and multiple generations of his own family. He vividly describes the horror and destruction of Hurricane Hattie of 1961 through his eyes at the age of nine. The author also traces his mother's life, from poor beginnings to a highly successful end. He describes her painful struggles while living in British Honduras by tracing her life from childhood through 2 marriages. He celebrates her well-earned fame as a musician, singer, and radio personality in Belize.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Josie is going back to her hometown, which she doesn't visit often, because it's too painful. This time she is attending a funeral for a close friend of hers from high school, but she is still much closer to the family that anyone thinks. Mrs. P. has discovered something horribly unbelievable about her oldest son and she will stop at nothing to make him pay for his secret. She and her ex-husband, as much as she despises him, are joining forces to stop the family from enduring any further pain. Carl and Elizabeth are up to their old tricks again. Fitz is stuck right in the middle of his grandfather's eminent downfall and he is pulling all the strings to make it happen. In this dramatic thriller family members come to shocking conclusions about who they really are and quickly realize who they can and cannot trust. The heart pounding ending is something you don't want to miss.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A legislative intern with secrets that could unravel the governing elite vanishes into the night in Albany, New York. Seven years later, another young woman disappears in a suburb of the nation's Capital. The only connection between both missing women is Ryan McNeil, the chief of staff to a rising congressman. Under suspicion, Ryan must now prove his innocence in these women's abductions, but in the ruthless world of politics-where the line between crime and lawful authority blurs-there is no one he can trust. With his life at stake, Ryan confronts the elaborate lies of his lover, his wife, and his political mentor to uncover the identities of a murderer and manipulator. While Ryan tries desperately to maintain his relationship with his wife and stepdaughter, the desires and deceits of those around him undermine his family and also the integrity of government. Innocent of murder, but implicated in this political world of deception, Ryan discovers the only truth is power.'. the pace of the story is consistently propulsive throughout, which is sure to maintain readers' interest.'-Kirkus Reviews. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Popular opinion has become so polarized that it should be no surprise that individuals find themselves increasingly alienated from others.As a result, an increasing number of people are wondering who they are and how they should relate to others. Discernment, however, can help us discover that the 'other' really is nothing more than a construct.The Lost Art of Discernment promotes the importance of such things as humility, openness, compassion, and developing a healthy critical consciousness. The book also seeks to answer questions such as:What is reality in this day of 'reality' shows and conspiracy theories How has our compass for gauging the truth devolved so quickly Why are we so reluctant to trust anyone outside of our tribe The author also explores topics such as abortion, Black Lives Matter, political posturing, gun control, race baiting, and more.There is so much more than thinking outside the box: We must realize that the box needs to be discarded altogether as it is only a byproduct of smoke and mirrors.Explore biases, ask the right questions, and consider the arguments of others with this book that seeks to heal divisions. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - To the outside world, Jade's life seems like the typical American dream, but to her, there's a haunting void. When she reaches midlife, she questions who she really is and discovers she's no longer willing to sit on the sidelines. A chance encounter with a mysterious man opens the door to the yearnings she long denied, awakening her true essence.Undomesticated is a story inspired by actual events, fictionalizing author Indy West's own midlife transformation. Like Jade, Indy found the drive and tenacity to push through painful emotions, refuse a mundane existence, and discover a sense of true authenticity and purpose.With deeply provocative prose, this story is both heartbreaking and self-awakening. It is the passionate portrayal of one woman allowing her spirit to fly free. Jade's experiences challenge you to open up to the unrelenting urge to become more in midlife. The nagging impulse to be untethered may look different for everyone, but we must stop ignoring the whispers of our authentic souls and live the extraordinary lives we deserve.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What does a wicked immortal want with psychotherapy Same things humans do. Even if that immortal is the Devil.While he walks the Earth through the eons, he yearns to understand why Father doesn't love him, why his childhood was darkened by siblings snubbing him and casting him out of the family.Who can the Devil seek comfort from Why, from anyone he pleases of course - bluesman Robert Johnson; scientist Max Tegmark; inventor Nikola Tesla; crooner Dean Martin. Or from Sigmund Freud himself! Didn't we just say he's immortal.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Baby Anil, a tiny baby from India, is adopted into the Mitchell family in 1980. It seems he has come from nowhere, with nowhere to go, but Baby Anil, who becomes known as Jaii, has other ideas.Medical opinion suggested Jaii had no chance of survival, even on the night he arrived. Multiple diagnoses included pneumonia, a collapsed lung, heart murmur, blindness, dehydration, and malnutrition. Later, he underwent brain surgery, developed epilepsy, and was identified profoundly deaf.But everyone underestimated Jaii's personal tenacity and will to live, and despite having a broken wing, with incredible love and support from his family, he overcame a brain haemorrhage, a near drowning, and many other crises.Jaii's inspirational journey is powerfully documented by his mother, Kay, who stood by his side as he navigated his life's journey. Not only is it about the trauma and ultimate joy of overseas adoption, but also, most of all, it's about loving a child like Jaii.His story is written not only with love, passion, sensitivity, and a touch of humour but also, at times, with anger, frustration, and raw emotion.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is a story about a natural athlete whose father was world renown in this regard. It is the sequel to 'Nature's Gift' and takes place in Israel and Italy in his early years and then mostly in the US. The tale quickly moves through Jacob's time in the Army, to his travels in Asia and finally to his days as a student at a prestigious American university. Almost by instinct he is attracted to American football where he soon becomes a star both as a quarterback and linebacker. But trouble erupts and he leaves the University to become a professional.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This is a novel about three close high school friends, bright year11 girls Carlie, Barb and Alice, who live in a small Queensland beach town in 1969. The story is told by Carlie to her friend Jan fifteen years after the main 1969 events take place, and include more elements from a few other crucial periods.It's a friendship story, as the three swim, gossip, and joke together every morning.It's a coming-of-age story, as the girls evolve their relationshps with boys, deal with families, take school seriously, make bikinis, and find an unexpected adventure.It's a discovering, thinking about, approaching, and even trying out sex story.A serious love story sits among a few others involving lust.All the above is mixed with some unique crime, low end crooks, less-than-brilliant cops, and a good sense of humour.Just ease yourself into the story, and then enjoy every moment.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - During their first four years of marriage, the Blakeleys have led an idyllic life of love and devotion, passion and romance, and considerable financial success. Their son, Leon, is now three years old and twenty-four-year-old Amalie is restless. Now that she has completed renovations on the rooms in Blakefield Castle as well as its gardens, she feels life in her blue ivory tower lacks purpose and enterprise.Weary of afternoon callers and idleness, Amalie complains to Leopold, whose moodiness has seemingly disappeared now that he has everything he wants and needs. She is desperate for an occupation that will help her feel useful, not just decorative. But everything is about to change when Leopold's sister and her partner bring a travel companion from Texas to spend the summer at the castle. Although he is practically engaged to her cousin, Malcolm McFadden makes no attempt to hide his infatuation with the beautiful Amalie. While Amalie revels in the attention, Leopold's dark side reemerges as their good fortune, passion, and perfect existence is threatened.In this continuing historical saga, a newly married couple's loving relationship is challenged when the summer of 1902 brings an unexpected house guest to their castle.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The York Tea Room is an Edwardian-style teahouse located in Sonoma County, the heart of California's fabled wine country. It is owned by three generations of York women: Hazel, Emma, and Lucille. In this elegant locale, no one would ever expect murder, but a dramatic murder occurs nonetheless, sending a wave of shock washing over the tight-knit community. The York tea ladies step in to solve the mystery and save their business.In the classic manner of cozy English mysteries, Murder at the York Tea Room brings the genre to a new location with all the intrigue and ambiance of its very British sister works, as three strong, memorable women become the focal point of murder, intrigue, and local secrets.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Bob was an incredible coach and mentor. The lessons he taught me have guided my life, both personally and professionally. There is no better way to describe Bob than 'coach', and like the great basketball coaches from his favorite sport, Bob instilled a daily commitment to excellence. If you were fortunate enough to work for Bob, you worked hard, you practiced and refined your craft, competed to win, and took better care of your clients than anyone else. Those lessons learned early on, not only served me well in each step of my career, but i hope made me a better husband, father, son and friend.In the Quest for Excellence Bob shares this game plan for success in business and life. There are countless people Bob mentored over the years that have gone on to become incredibly successful.Erik HellumChief Operating OfficerTownsquare Media.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Most of the incidents that took place during the great depression and during prohibition days are depicted in this story. It was a very difficult time for people. There were no TV's or cell phones. My father was a barber and he earned 40 cents a haircut. My mother sewed covers on baseballs for 10 cents each. We were very poor. There were many Italian immigrants that settled in the United States. They were so thankful to become citizens. They learned about our constitution and our history, got jobs and paid taxes, etc. They learned the English language and learned it well. My grandfather read the local newspaper daily and was self-educated. They were the melting pot of the world. They came from every country in the world. They all came here to be free, find a job and become an American citizen. They were happy to be in a free country. They were resourceful and got along with everyone. I lived in a Jewish, Italian neighborhood. We had no problems. Everyone got along. We had a good life in spite of our hardships.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - With World War II raging throughout Europe, the United States knew it needed to produce magnesium-the 'miracle metal'-in prodigious quantities.Thousands of souls from across the United States heeded the call and traveled to Southern Nevada to build the world's largest magnesium production plant. Living conditions were harsh in the parched desert encampment that some called Tent City.But the iron-willed men and women who answered the call would break all records in magnesium production. When the war ended, however, a mass exodus from the settlement left it on the brink of becoming just another ghost town.In this book, the author offers readers a front-row seat to the development of Henderson, Nevada. In plain, straightforward language, she examines the forces that propelled the small community through the war and how it continued to thrive into the twenty-first century.Whether you're interested in World War II, the history of Nevada, or the history of Henderson in particular, this book reveals the powerful impact of a small desert town.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Not many people can say they gave up a successful career as a general surgeon to teach yoga . but not everyone is James K. Weber, M.D.In this collection of essays and vignettes, he explores how life often happens in unexpected ways: at times humorous, frightening, or sad. Drawing liberally from a palate of characters and places across a wide span of time, he reveals enlightening treasures in commonplace activities.While the stories focus on the author, he also emphasizes the roles his family, assorted friends, and acquaintances have played in his life. New York City and baseball often are highlighted-and musical, historical, and literary heroes add their flavor to the stew.Weber also looks back at being a singer, swim meet official, father to four girls, and his enduring love affair with his wife, Mary, as well as their interactions with their assertive chihuahua, Louis le Premier du Lac.Written in just four months during the coronavirus scourge-when the author wanted to do more than teach yoga via Zoom-this book will leave you laughing out loud.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The message the world hears from the church in America is confusing. Many of us have drifted so far from biblical teaching that those seeking our help cannot find it in the church. The picture of God we present is so removed from biblical truth that even our own children are without froundation and are leaving in great numbers. I do not accept the premise that the non-churched world has rejected God; many have never heard the compelling unfiltered Gospel truth preached with love. When we discard the biblical text and do not teach it to our people we give away the power to help those really needing the church. The church must make her own peace with God before the world can hear the voice of God from the church. Old Stories & Forgotten Lessons, Volume two is a Bible storybook written for adults. Volume two contains the stories of Moses, Joshua, the Judges and the Book of Ruth. The stories are set in time and place with secular history and each is self-contained with lessons gleaned from the stories to help us live our lives in a world which often denies that God exist. These stories should give us courage to face a society which often has angry words for those of us who believe in God. Our children are facing a hostle world which is not their friend; they will often feel isolate because of their belief. They need to know how the heros of our faith lived and led successful lives.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Following on from the popular first book in this series covering the Norman period, 'The Angevins' traces the establishment and growth of the English nation state. Covering the reigns of Henry II, Richard I and the infamous King John, the narrative flows from the ending of the civil war known as the Anarchy to the First Baron's War and the Magna Carta.With over 190 illustrations and maps, the format has been designed to enable the reader to absorb the essence of the period. This is a serious history book with easy readability.The author's encyclopedic knowledge of the English Middle Ages has enabled him to delve into fascinating details of the time and the links with England today to be found in language, institutions and places.'England in the Middle Ages: The Angevins' is ideal for scholars, students, visitors to England, and for the general history reader.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Passionate Publishers traces the lives of the German Jewish refugee-émigré founders of the Black Star photo agency-Ernest Mayer, Kurt Safranski, and Kurt Kornfeld-whose expertise helped ignite a revolution in photojournalism.The first half of the book lays the groundwork for understanding how Black Star's founders could play such a key role in photojournalism. The author reconstructs their history in Germany before and during World War I and details their accomplishments in Berlin's dynamic Weimar-era publishing industry. The journey into exile of Safranski, Mayer, and Kornfeld, their influence on the editors of Life, the first decade of Black Star, and the most notable post-World War II experiences of the photo agency's founders are the focus of the second half of the book.Family and governmental archives provide extensive new information about the three men and reveal harrowing investigations by J. Edgar Hoover's FBI, which believed Black Star's founders to be spies or agents of a foreign government. The author argues that the refugee-émigrés successfully contested the never substantiated allegations on account of their strong views relating to the freedom of the press and the malevolence of discrimination on the basis of race, religion, or national origin.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is 1865 in a war-torn America as battles between the North and South rage throughout the land. The book follows three former slaves and their journey from bonds of slavery to the mantle of leadership.Amra, born a warrior prince in Africa and brought to slavery through treachery. He is a warrior seeking to retain his African values and estabhish himself as a man in an environment intimidated by his very presence. Fieldhand, born into slavery and content in his life as a slave until one night of tragedy transformed him into a crazy, cold-blooded murderer. He satisfies his hate with the blood of the Confederate soldiers and the Negroes who helped them. Fessa, born free and adopted by a college professor who ensured he was provided a world class education. Both, later paid the price for his kindly act when faced with the ugly brutality of the South. Follow as the three men shed the shackles of slavery for the burden of manhood and leadership and join the fight for freedom as part of a special unit comprised of former black slaves and a white prisoners. Each sets out on a journey to find freedom in a country where their enemies are determined to keep them in servitude. , All Men Are Created . An American Story is the historical tale of the trials and tribulations of characters of color as they transition from a lifetime of slavery to men, and finally to leaders.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 2018, a play encouraged this author to synthesize experiences and thoughts stretching across the past 40 years of his life. This book is the result. Beginning in a remote and socially conservative village, the life described here is later molded by educational privilege and inhibited by expectations that question the place of gay men in schools. It is a life shaped by social pressures, informed by literature, challenged by politics and finding solace in great thinkers. It is a life governed by queer libido, transformed by illicit sex and valued by what many have come to call 'God'. As such, this is a chronicle that affirms queer life, advocates a queer politics, articulates a queer Christianity. It endorses the varied ways in which queer identity is individually expressed within the rainbow culture. It seeks to legitimize pornography and celebrate transgressive sex. This narrative insists that even when, in retrospect, a life looks damaged, poorly lived and worthy of existential regret, it can still be a life confidently celebrated for its authenticity and value.…