Author: Lee Martin McDonald Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press ISBN: 0664233570 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 330
Book Description
The early Christian church had a variety of Scriptures and other source material that informed their faith and shaped their thinking. But after a few centuries the church decided to keep the twenty-seven books of our present New Testament and to treat them as a canonical in faith and practice. But what of the other books? Many of them have survived and remain valuable for understanding the diversity of the early Christian church and the astounding claims of faith on which it was founded. Learning about these ancient documents need not threaten the church's current orthodoxy and authority; in fact, learning about these texts can help today's Christians form a deeper understanding of the early church.
Author: Erica Schultz Publisher: Dark Horse Comics ISBN: 150672454X Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 220
Book Description
While investigating a series of child abductions in Montana, the case gets personal for Sheriff's Deputy Lorraine Adalet when her teenage daughter, Joanna, disappears with a friend. Following the clues of otherworldly evidence leads Lorraine back to her long abandoned homeworld of Jannada. Mired in a never-ending war she escaped long ago, Lorraine had hoped to protect Joanna from her own past. Once in Jannada, she attempts a rescue mission to bring Joanna and the rest of the kidnapped children back to Earth; however, it's not without resistance. Lorraine must confront her past with the evil Jannadan Queen and everyone else she abandoned all those years ago…not to mention an entire army of magic-wielding children! Meanwhile, Joanna's allegiance hangs in the balance in this tale of family and fate. Collects Forgotten Home from the ComiXology original digital series, in print for the first time!
Author: Isabel Sawhill Publisher: Yale University Press ISBN: 0300241062 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 268
Book Description
A sobering account of a disenfranchised American working class and important policy solutions to the nation’s economic inequalities One of the country’s leading scholars on economics and social policy, Isabel Sawhill addresses the enormous divisions in American society—economic, cultural, and political—and what might be done to bridge them. Widening inequality and the loss of jobs to trade and technology has left a significant portion of the American workforce disenfranchised and skeptical of governments and corporations alike. And yet both have a role to play in improving the country for all. Sawhill argues for a policy agenda based on mainstream values, such as family, education, and work. While many have lost faith in government programs designed to help them, there are still trusted institutions on both the local and federal level that can deliver better job opportunities and higher wages to those who have been left behind. At the same time, the private sector needs to reexamine how it trains and rewards employees. This book provides a clear-headed and middle-way path to a better-functioning society in which personal responsibility is honored and inclusive capitalism and more broadly shared growth are once more the norm.
Author: Paul Vachon Publisher: Arcadia Publishing ISBN: 9780738560878 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 132
Book Description
Detroiters know their history well. Founded in 1701 by Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the city subsisted on a variety of industries: fur trading, stove building, and, of course, the automobile. Names such as Henry Ford and Charles Lindbergh resonate in Detroiters' common memory. Detroit's meteoric rise during the 20th century established the city as an influential leader in commerce, culture, and religion. This growth spawned the development of numerous businesses, organizations, and institutions, many now forgotten. Albert Kahn left his indelible mark. Mary Chase Stratton created a new art form. And Henry Ford II changed the course of his family legacy. Forgotten Detroit delves into the wellspring of history to retell some of these lesser-known stories within Detroit's rich heritage.
Author: Philip Gillett Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing ISBN: 1443891851 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 245
Book Description
Some films are remembered long after they are released; others are soon forgotten, but do they deserve oblivion? Are factors other than quality involved? This book exhumes some of the films released in Britain over the last seventy years from Daybreak (1948) to 16 Years of Alcohol (2003), and considers the reasons for their neglect. As well as exploring the contributions of those involved in making the films, the book examines such issues as marketing and the response of critics and audiences. Films are grouped loosely into categories such as “B” films and television films. Some works were little seen when they were first released and have stayed that way; others were popular in their day, but have slipped into obscurity. In some cases, social change has overtaken them, making the attitudes or subjects they depict seem dated. Even being released as a DVD does not guarantee that a title will be rehabilitated. In addition, how significant is the American market? This book should appeal to lovers of British film, as well as to film studies students and everybody curious about the vagaries of success and failure in the arts.
Author: Azhar ul Haque Sario Publisher: epubli ISBN: 3759886663 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 143
Book Description
"Forgotten City Secrets" takes readers on an immersive journey through the ruins of an abandoned metropolis. Each chapter reveals a different facet of the city's former glory and the mysteries surrounding its downfall. The journey begins in a grand, decaying theater, hinting at a vibrant cultural scene now lost to time. Next, a haunted hospital evokes chilling tales of forgotten patients and staff, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. The exploration continues into an illicit underground speakeasy, where secrets of the Prohibition era linger. An abandoned subway station serves as a time capsule, preserving the stories of commuters and the events that led to its closure. Ascending to a hidden rooftop garden, readers find a tranquil oasis reclaimed by nature, offering a stark contrast to the urban decay below. The discovery of a secret passage unravels clandestine operations and hidden societies, adding a layer of intrigue to the city's history. A deserted mansion, once a symbol of wealth and power, now stands as a testament to the fleeting nature of fortune. The remnants of an amusement park evoke a bittersweet nostalgia for days of laughter and joy. Venturing into the depths of a submerged city, readers uncover a watery grave of secrets and artifacts, while a forgotten library holds the untold stories and wisdom of a lost civilization. Through vivid descriptions and a captivating narrative, "Forgotten City Secrets" paints a poignant portrait of urban decay, historical intrigue, and the enduring power of human stories. Each chapter invites readers to piece together the fragments of a forgotten past, unraveling the mysteries that lie hidden within the city's crumbling walls.
Author: Sophie Barwick Publisher: Xlibris Corporation ISBN: 1477120920 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 267
Book Description
An ancient and half forgotten treaty exists between the Immortal Jilliian and the human Nattiine, but why should anyone honour it when the Humans have forgotten the existence of such an agreement? At least that is what Annaramani believes, but when she finds herself offered to the humans as part of the treaty what will she do? And what will happen when she discovers a long standing enemy of both people encamped within the kings mind? Will she stay and protect her two new friends or will she run to save her own skin?
Author: Asa E. Lennon Publisher: Xlibris Corporation ISBN: 1493169289 Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 178
Book Description
The Forgotten Self is a product of a lifetime study of meditation, eastern philosophy and spiritual seeking. The author, a martial arts teacher and practitioner, found a need among his fellow students for a how to manual on the subject of meditation. This instructional paper became a chapter in this three-part book. The Forgotten Self deals with such topics as meditation, world religions, metaphysics and spirituality as it relates to todays world. It is a guideline for the spiritual life-style as well as an instructional manual for unlocking those lost or unknown abilities latent in mankind as a species. Insightful and rewarding, The Forgotten Self promises to leave the reader with a better understanding of reality, the universe and his part in it. Divided into three separate sections, this book leads the reader through a process of opening possibilities, providing answers for them and expanding awareness through practical experiments. The first part is The Essence of Reality. Here the author discusses such topics as modern society, individual and mass reality, and forgotten ancient wisdom. Asa Lennon believes there are abilities of mankind that have, in the whir of modern society, been anciently forgotten. He hopes to show the reader that man has reached the point in history where he teeters between existence and extinction between civilization and chaos. It is the distancing of man from spirit that is at the heart of this problem. By returning to spirit, we can reclaim our heritage as keepers of the Earth and her treasures. The second part is The Mystic Way the Forgotten Path. Here Lennon discusses the solutions to problems that plague mankind individually and en masse. This part outlines specific ways to enhance your life, society and the universe as products of the conscious awareness of the individual. Part three will open the readers awareness through the introduction of various spiritual and metaphysical concepts. Entitled Remembering Yourself, it not only provides mind-challenging possibilities, but actually describes experimental opportunities in the chapter 20 The Human Laboratory. Asa Lennon promises the Forgotten Self will embark the reader on a journey of increased awareness, spirituality and wonder as the forgotten self once again becomes known.
Author: Holly Allen Publisher: Cornell University Press ISBN: 0801455847 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 268
Book Description
Holly Allen explores popular and official narratives of forgotten manhood, fallen womanhood, and other social and moral archetypes during the Great Depression and the Second World War.
Author: Robert Tiller Publisher: Covenant Books, Inc. ISBN: 1644719991 Category : Health & Fitness Languages : en Pages : 220
Book Description
Forgotten Faces: Family Caregiver Voices takes readers directly into the homelives of actual caregivers to cognitively impaired family members. This captivating nonfiction narrative rotates through the entire caregiving journeys of "Fred," "Janice," "Alice," and "Yvonne," whose wife, second husband, mother, and grandfather were diagnosed with Alzheimer's dementia. Dr. Tiller's personal and professional commentary compliments their earnest firsthand accounts to provide solace for prior caregivers, empowerment for new or future caregivers, and startling insights for their families, friends, neighbors, employers, or policymakers. A portion of Forgotten Faces: Family Caregiver Voices proceeds will be directed to assist caregiver support groups. "Forgotten Faces: Family Caregiver Voices captures the very essence of the limits placed on caregivers and offers an extraordinary view into their world." -KATHLEEN M. WINTERS, MS, LN - Executive Director, Alzheimer's Family Organization "Forgotten Faces is a compassionate look at an imminent problem that will touch most Americans' lives in the next two decades. This book is one you will want to keep as you plan to take care of someone dealing with cognitive impairment or even plan your own care." -ANAND KUMAR, PhD "There is a bonus in this book. Tiller explains the necessary legal documents that must be prepared and signed before the onset of this dementia. His segments on financial planning and the need for long-term care insurance are invaluable." -GREGORY G. GAY, P.A. - Certified Elder Law Attorney
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