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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware. Jay Montgomery (illustrator).

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - More about the BookAs previously mentioned, the purpose of this work is to initiate into being a new spiritual-social fellowship, Humanity Anonymous.This book is divided into three parts. The beginning section is about the author, and how he came to write this work. It recounts several spiritual experiences he went through, which served to motivate and encourage his efforts to write this work. The author feels, generally, that the book wrote itself, as did his most recent effort, a yet unpublished work, titled Speculations with and about God: The Book of the Joulum.The second section of this work addresses the fellowship of Humanity Anonymous itself. A rationale and description of the overall texture of this fellowship is presented. Then, the twelve suggested Steps are described, explicated, and commented upon. A chapter on the twelve Traditions, which are the suggested ways and methods Humanity Anonymous groups relate to one another and to society at large, concludes this section.The third part of this work consists of a number of spiritually-oriented short stories, which are largely fictionalized. These tales are designed to augment, highlight, and emphasize ideas and concepts which have been presented earlier-they 'flesh out' the first two parts of the work.An epilogue concludes the main body of the book, and, finally, there is an appendix.Also, two reflections, or prayers (if you will), appear between part two and part three of the work. Hopefully, these reflections will arouse some thought and commentary.As becomes obvious, the author has a lofty ambition for his work. He desires that Humanity Anonymous groups and meetings spring up, eventually globally, modeled on the groups and meetings of the earlier twelve-step Programs (AA, OA, NA, SA, etc.). At these meetings and in these groups, people can express their dissatisfactions with their lives, and the society as it is currently constituted. There is much evidence for the idea that the twelve Steps can, will, and do turn around attitudes and outcomes, and lives, and are capable of leading to the formation of a new society in general; thus, perhaps, and possibly, and hopefully, ushering in the new millennium, or indeed, the arrival of the higher power's kingdom on Earth.The author points out that all who feel helpless and/or hopeless, and are overwhelmed, disappointed, or defeated, are invited to Humanity Anonymous. All religions and faiths are also invited and welcomed to Humanity Anonymous. There is no dogma concerning the concept of a higher power or god, and no theology. The new fellowship conceives of the higher power or god, 'as we understood and/or understand him.' Almost any conception of the god-head suffices as long as it is not the person as he is currently made up.For instance, some Buddhists use the concept of 'Good'-the good inherent in 'all' and at-large in the universe as their higher power when they are members of other twelve-step programs. Again, others may choose to make the group itself their higher power, at least initially. No one, be they atheist, agnostic, or of any mindset, should feel excluded because of their beliefs.In conclusion, the author feels that this is a rather powerful work, well worthy of reading, serious thought, and consideration-and, yes, action. In society today, the very worst of the worst (alcoholics, drug addicts, compulsive gamblers, sex offenders and deviants, etc.) are being successfully redeemed by the twelve Steps, and their various and sundry spiritual-social fellowships. Mankind has tried politics of all stripes and sorts, political theories of many descriptions, economic programs and systems of many types, and even a host of religious ideas and institutions, and all of these efforts have failed to bring about peace, unity and harmony, and continue to fail. Also, mankind, sadly enough, has tried and is trying all sorts of violent solutions to the problem. Of course, all of these failed and co.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An epiphany is a sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the essentialmeaning of something, usually initiated by some simple or commonplace occurrence. What greater epiphany than to see the hand and power of God present in our everyday lives and situations Epiphanies: Insights for Everyday Life is a journey through the commonplace of life's highs and lows seen through eyes of spiritual perception. Allow God to give you insight into your life as He guides you to your destiny through a series of epiphanies. I encourage you to take a few moments and read the beautiful writings of a special friend of mine, Miss Tiffany Anderson. In times like these, words become more delicate and friendships seem rare, but we can find a place of true solitude in just giving ourselves an intimate place to become involved mentally and spiritually with God through words penned by this gifted new writer. Enjoy! - Nancy Harmon of Nancy Harmon Ministries Minister Tiffany Anderson; a phenomenal teacher, student of the Word, and servant of Almighty God; pens this wonderful work entitled, Epiphanies: Insights for Everyday Life. It is exciting to see what began as a daily encourager for friends transform into a book of revelation to the nations. She articulates necessary truths that have the potential to transform the lives of every reader. The concepts are presented with such clarity that it makes it easy to comprehend and apply to one's life. It is my pleasure and honor to recommend this relevant work. I pray that it will be a blessing to your everyday life as it has been to mine. - Pastor Rueben Speight, Greater Destiny International Ministries 'Sometimes the big lessons in life flow from the smallest moments. Such is the case with Tiffany Anderson's book. It takes big ideas and applies them to life's ordinary, everyday situations. She reflects on things around her, and the most eternal lessons come into view.' - Dr. Paul Conn, President, Lee University.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Author of the highly acclaimed novel, SECRET VALOR, has struck again with another page turning political thriller that races along like the mighty Yangtze River, which inspired it. THE YANGTZE ILLUSION is a masterpiece of conflict, suspense and drama. Like the great river, this novel carries the reader on a perilous journey from the high mountains of the Tibetan Plateau to the South China Sea, and along the turbulent and violent journey the author hints at some of the world's most guarded secrets.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is 3027 A.GF, 3000 years after the Devil had been slain during the Great Fall War. However, peace is fragile and not what it appears to be. The nine worlds are under the rule and watchful eye of the church/government, Vitricus, and its army. Religion is no longer taught, but downloaded straight into the mind resulting in complete submission. Cyborgs and A.I. have long failed at their struggle for civil equality. Human-beings called hei-cons possess extraordinary physical abilities. Most wildlife has been donned with human intellect and the planets are hunting grounds for the demonic, blood-thirsting luxo. Now, a stranger appears in a time of rising chaos. He claims to have an unveiling message that will unmask a corrupt conspiracy-a dark secret more than thirty centuries old. Accompanied by an ensemble of unlikely allies, the stranger, known only as June, will use all of his excelled skills and astonishing awareness to ensure the distribution of this message. But will it be enough to defeat the Seven and preserve humanity's salvation against a resurrecting, ancient evil.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Power Outlets provides a collection of Bible-based musical programs designed for both Christians of all faiths, and non-Christians with even a slight curiosity about Christianity. Each of the thirteen inspirational programs follows a specific theme, and is applicable to various Christian in-reach/outreach services, or your own private reading. This compilation is packed with powerful lessons and concepts that will present biblical perspectives on issues including music, redemption, faith, love, facing life's challenges, and stewardship. The thoughts expressed in this book were written based on the author's lifelong study of the Scriptures, and out of personal experiences in the author's journey of faith. These experiences have served to strengthen his faith and confidence in a sovereign God, and have been a source of immense blessing and inspiration to thousands of others with whom they have been shared. He now shares them with you. Through each program, you will find a powerful source of spiritual discovery, renewed faith, and encouragement to face life's challenges.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Poetry expressed in a candid, frank, and sometimes thought provoking detail, with life references to ponder upon. Poetry that expresses a family connection, friendship, love, and relationships with an afterthought inspired through The Divine Book! The Bible says there is nothing new under the sun; well the author illustrates that text with references quoted that relate to the poetry. We all can relate to this poetry, because we all have these connections either personally or through others. This is a contemporary way to read poems. Some may make you smile or cry, or look over your shoulder as though someone were talking to you. Poetry was and is a key to the soul. It is meant to either take you out of reality or wake you up to reality. This book of poems does both; with the author's poem on Aids, Jail, and Heaven. If you are a child, a mother, a father, a sibling, a friend, have a significant other, have lost a loved one, are concerned about others; all these topics relate to a poem in this book. This book talks to both men and women with quietness and boldness. It is bold with How Dare We and Enough and quiet with Anew and Sweet as Pie. This is a book to read no matter if you are 15, 50 or 99 you will receive something from it. So open it up, and take a walk into the heart; and you don't have to be a woman to look into your heart. Think of Shakespeare or Langston Hughes. We would not be alive if our heart wasn't beating to a rhythm. So tune into this woman's heart of poetry, and perhaps spark something in yours.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Scott Brown is swept into the Senate as the newest Senator from MA on the campaign slogan 'The People's Seat.' Sadly enough this has become a unique battle cry; but is it really From the day of its Ratification all of the seats of Congress were the 'people's seats.' according to our Constitution. This book is about how our Representatives have redifined this ownership and how in the process redefine themselves as the Ruler's not the Representative of the people. How behaviors, abuse's and attitudes of entitlement threaten the very foundations this Country was built on. With embezzlement of Treasury funds, rampant ethics violations and carrying out the very behaviors they criticize others for our government runs on hypocrisy, lies and deceptions. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The book details the murders aboard the fishing vessel Investor. This is the largest unsolved mass murder in Alaska State history. Eight people were slaughtered, including two small children and the Captians pregnant wife. The book starts with the actual scene of the murders and continues on through the lives of those involved as well as two trials of the suspected killer. The State failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that their suspect was guilty. The author was personaly involved with the case from the beginning. During years of research, evidence was uncovered by the author as to the identitity of the possiable murderers. New evidence uncovers legal misconduct, lies , coverups and powerful drug connections. All of which shed new light on this gruesome crime.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Educating your children in the public schools does not take one minute or perhaps one day. Education is a life-long process and whether we like it or not, the fact is, it never stops. Your children will spend the most important part of their lives at the public schools and whatever they learn at those schools will impact their lives as long as they live.What really happens to your children at public schools each day Do you think that your children are learning useful information in today's schools If you think that your children will leave today's public schools properly prepared for real life, the answer is no, you are WRONG!Public schools have failed. Many teachers are not properly educated with the appropriate teaching certification. School administrators constantly sell lies about the 'success' of their students, when in reality they are failing miserably today. Courses and exams are designed to be very simple so that they no longer test the knowledge of our children properly. The greatest portion of school budgets is spent on the salary of local school administrators. Almost everything your children learn in today's public schools is useless. Teaching positions are no longer designed for the smartest and most qualified teachers; they have become political positions that anyone can hold as long as they get approved by the school board. It's not too late to do something to turn this around! How Public Schools Destroy Your Children's Lives and Careers offers thoughts and solutions on this hot-button topic.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - William and Beatrice Hampston gladly welcome nine-year-old Russell Hendrix into their home in Nelson, British Columbia, in December of 1945. This older, childless couple enjoys the company of this orphaned boy who had been hiding in their barn. The Hampstons and the townspeople soon realize that Russell is an extraordinary child.He intimately knows the details of the Bible and of the life of Jesus Christ. Russell is popular with both the students at school and the adults in the community as they believe in his mission as a young preacher of the good word. When Russell resurrects his friend Lawrence from death, people suspect that he is Jesus Christ returned to earth as a small child.But Russell doesn't think he is Jesus, and he doesn't want to be Jesus. As he grows older, he faces enormous problems because many continue to pray to him despite Russell's insistence that he isn't Jesus Christ. The matter is laid to rest when fifteen-year-old Russell goes missing. Years later, the Vatican investigates whether or not the boy really was Jesus Christ.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - It is 1989, and as Paris prepares to celebrate the bicentennial of the French Revolution, Marguerite Brunel, a well-known novelist, begins to write her memoir in an attempt to finally face the ghosts, pain, and turbulence of her past. She revisits the places in Paris where she lived with her family on Isle St. Louis during the Occupation when her father's restaurant was occupied below by members of the Resistance and above by the Nazi officers. She connects with her memories of her relationship with Thomas Stassler, a Nazi translator who speaks beautiful French and shares her love of French Literature. Her illicit relationship with him is her first love affair, and it leaves a lasting imprint. The process of writing the memoir leads Marguerite to wander around Paris seeking the places of her past and activating her memories. The narrative is not linear but follows the bubbling up of Marguerite's recollections during the course of her wanderings. Her marriage to the abusive Roger Merle when she is twenty-seven liberates her from her teaching duties and allows her time to begin to write her novels, but the price for this becomes harder and harder to pay. When he gets hold of her journals from the time of her relationship with Thomas, he threatens to expose her as a collaborator-something that would surely ruin her literary career. Probably because he realizes the impact this would have on his own reputation, he doesn't do this, and he eventually releases her from the bondage of the power struggle that is their marriage. In an attempt to escape the aftermath of her divorce, she travels to Florence where she meets Alberto, a painter of large abstract canvases, and has an intense affair with him that liberates the sensual woman in her and builds on her experience with Thomas. With some reluctance, Marguerite returns to Paris to work on her next novel, City of Painters and Bankers. It is when she meets Pascal Dubois that her life changes forever. They begin their relationship at the Paris Conservatoire where he is a piano teacher and a composer. Marguerite has begun to take piano lessons and literally runs into him one day in the hall. She knows immediately that he will change her life, and he does. When his bitter and unhappy wife refuses to give him a divorce, he leaves his marriage, moves into a small apartment, and he and Marguerite begin a series of rendezvous at Hôtel Chopin before moving in together. It is at a midnight mass at Notre Dame that they have their personal marriage ceremony without benefit of church or state sanction. When they move in together in an apartment at 6 Rue du Dragon, Marguerite begins to live the happiest days of her life. Pascal begins to compose more, and her writing flourishes. It is during their time spent in an apartment at San Malo overlooking the Atlantic Ocean that they are forced to face the fact that Pascal is very ill. The first diagnosis is severe bronchial pneumonia, which is treated with antibiotics to some effect. However, when he fails to fully recover, they are forced to face the severity of his illness. He is diagnosed with a pernicious form of lung cancer, and Marguerite begins a death watch that ends in her helping Pascal to die by giving him an overdose of his pain medication in combination with the morphine he is receiving by injection. Marguerite keeps this devastating outcome to herself, and all that the world knows, so she thinks, is that Pascal's untimely death is from his cancer. Several years after Pascal's death, at the time Marguerite begins her memoir, a letter from Evan Dubois, Pascal's son, informs her that there will be a CD produced of Pascal's piano performances. It is when this turns into a public celebration that Marguerite begins to feel uneasy. She attends the ceremony and relives her relationship with Pascal while hearing his performances. When the concert is over, she is accosted by Charlotte Dubois, Pascal's wife, and accused of murdering Pascal. Sh.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In 'Cent' Anni: 100 Years,' ten short sketches present three generations of an immigrant Italian family from Bari as they lurch through dooms of love to an American identity. Separating these related vignettes are Interludes, one-page snapshots of their lives in New York City and Long Island. In Italy, Northerners considered the peoples south of Rome to be barbarians: 'Hide the silver,' the adage goes, 'They're from Bari.' Even greater hostility awaited these impoverished Southern Italians in New York. To deal with it, they insulated themselves within the magic circle of their immediate family adopting a cunning silence to keep all others at bay. Despite high principles of sacrifice and care giving, some could neither forego 'easy money' nor the privileges and power such money procured. Beginning with the death of Mamma in 1929, some of the stories are comic, some sad, some both, all originating from the struggle 'to breathe free' in a new land.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Marsialle Arbuckle has had a life full of tragedy and triumph, pain and glory, sorrow and celebration. Through out this work he chronicles various events of his life and the impact those events have had on him, his family, his relationships and the world around him. First he skillfully reveals the circumstances, situations, struggles, and stigmas of life in the Foster Care System and the various ways it can impact an individual and why. He also reveals the intricate recipe that motivated him to develop high aspirations and the determination to achieve them.The book provides historical reference points and the role those events or individuals have had on his psyche.As the reader is led through the twists and turns that life can create, the reader will be emotionally moved by the vivid descriptions of traumatic episodes that are life and death battles for survival. The reader will feel the heavy burdens that the writer has experienced and understand how he managed the stress of bearing those burdens.The book is intended to stimulate the mind and provoke discussion with the review of a life; a life that could be viewed from multiple perspectives. Was the glass half empty or half full The book will inform and motivate those that are part of a dysfunctional family or dealing with the ravages of substance abuse. The book will inspire and uplift individuals and families that are battling heart disease, cancer, vascular disease or some other catastrophic health issue. It will demonstrate the awesome power of love, understanding, and prayer. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - LAST MOON SUMMARY On May 8, 1902, Mt. Pelée on the West Indies island of Martinique near the seaport town of St. Pierre erupted in a cloud of gas and fire in one of the most awesome and destructive pyrotechnic displays ever offered by nature. Four minutes later, thirty thousand citizens lay dead or dying, and the town engulfed in flames. Mother Nature was not entirely to blame for this disaster. In truth, the real culprits were the rather more deplorable traits found in Human Nature. If not for the dishonesty and corruption of officials who placed politics, greed, and racial intolerance above the welfare of the people, this devastating catastrophe did not have to happen. The Last Moon remains true to historical facts and personal testimonies. The main characters presented in this novel are either composites of real individuals who lived in Martinique prior to the eruption or actual people who influenced the turn of events. Also historically genuine are the Creole language, clothing, mix of races, diversified lifestyles, corrupt politics, racial discrimination, whorehouses, blackmagic, clergy, plantations, waterfront, plagues, floods, earthquakes, tidal-waves, lava and mud flows, volcanic eruptions, foreign ships, deadly snakes, mutant insects, lush topography, and the before-and-after sequence of the 1902 tragedy. Dramatically captured in this exotic saga are acts of friendship, forbidden love, lust, pride, gluttony, cruelty, corruption, mass murder, bravery, sacrifice, survival, faith, and hope.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Dr. Nicholas La Bianca was born in Giovinazzo (Bari), Italy, in 1930, and during his early life had to live under the Fascist regime and witness depravation, death, and destruction brought by WWII. He received the best classical education available in that country and after the war moved to the United States. He joined the US Air Force during the Korean Was and after being discharged he obtained a BA from the University of Illinois (1957). Moved to New York City and attended night school at CCNY where he obtained an MA in Education (1965). After three years of teaching in the public schools of New York City and an additional three years teaching overseas for the State Department, he settled in Stony Brook, Long Island where he received a DA from SUNY at that location. He spent the next 25 years teaching Languages at the Three Village School District in that area. He retired in 1990 and continues to be active in the field of Education. He is the author of an article on a linguistic study he made on the influence of the Romance Languages on the English Language. He has already published three books: 'LIFE, Its Problems and Some of its Unanswerable Questions,' 'Education- a View from Inside' and Growing up under Fascism in a Little Town in Southern Italy.…