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A Mexican man and an infant are murdered by the Border Patrol in Arizona. In Ohio, a Turkish sheik is abducted, tortured, and killed. And, in the tiny Appalachian town of Princeton, West Virginia, Liam Curran watches from the seat of his tractor as emergency vehicles swarm his neighbor's property. Moments later, two bodies are removed from the home: A Mexican man and a woman named Lacey Sullivan-Liam's neighbor and former lover. Certainhis dark past has caught up with him, Liam struggles to remain neutral asgetting involved could risk exposing his identity all over again. Maybe, it isonly a coincidence. But then again, can he afford to take that chance? Afteragreeing to cooperate with the INS, Liam quickly realizes the murder of hisneighbor and an illegal immigrant is more than a random event and that a linkexists between a Mexican drug cartel, three congressmen, a stalled immigrationbill, and the blackmailing of the President of the United States. In a race tofind Lacey's killer and to stop the blackmailer from bringing down apresidency, Liam must work with those who know him, those he thought he couldtrust, and those who still want him dead. And his only hope is to identify andprotect... ...TheLast Witness.

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Though Scott Owens wasn't born and raised in Catawba County, you would never know it by his poetry-so intimately connected with our county that you see and feel the images all around you as you read.He loves our country roads, small-town shops, crazy Hickory streets, open vistas, and iconic landmarks.His poetry, complemented beautifully by Clayton Joe Young's photography, takes the reader on a trip through our Foothills home-and what a pleasure that journey is!- Austin Allran, Author of The Legend of the Isle of Cats, Catawba County Commissioner and Former State Senator 'Round Here is a testament to the beauty and significance of Catawba Valley. Through the harmonious blend of poetry and photography, Scott Owens and Joe Young invite readers to immerse themselves in the essence of this place - our home! - to appreciate its history and the embedded connections forged between its people and the land. It is a celebration of the enduring spirit of a community and a tribute to the power of "place."- Louise Humphrey, Retired Director of the Hickory Public LibraryNot the dry history of when and where, these poems and images do something miraculous; they connect us to the past in a sensory way. William Faulkner once wrote about the past not being dead, in many ways not even past, and Scott's pen and Joe's eye demonstrate how such is possible. Their stellar work has made local history accessible in a new and vital way.- Richard Eller, Author and Catawba County HistorianAs a lifelong resident of Catawba County, this book of poems and pictures has magically transported me to the time of my youth. I read Scott's words and look at Joe's photos, and I'm a small child again. I reminisce on my loving Ridgeview Community. I remember my family working at the Howard Johnson's on Highway 64-70. My soul is further stirred remembering how I met my wife here, raised my family here, and embarked on a career in Law Enforcement here. Overpowering in its beauty, this collection of poetry and striking images captures the soul of who we are and where we come from.- Steve Hunt, Retired City of Hickory Law Enforcement officerScott Owens is the author of 20 collections of poetry and recipient of awards from the Academy of American Poets, the Pushcart Prize Anthology, the Next Generation/Indie Lit Awards, the NC Writers Network, the NC Poetry Society, and the Poetry Society of SC.His poems have been featured on The Writer's Almanac eight times, and his articles about writing poetry have been used in Poet's Market four times. He has twice been nominated for the National Book Critics Circle Award and to be NC Poet Laureate.Owens holds degrees from Ohio University, UNC Charlotte, and UNC Greensboro. He is Professor of Poetry at Lenoir-Rhyne University, and former editor of Wild Goose Poetry Review and Southern Poetry Review. He owns and operates Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse and Gallery and coordinates Poetry Hickory in Hickory, NC.Clayton "Joe" Young is the author of 11 books and is an award-winning photographer with a background in photojournalism. Young's work has been exhibited throughout the United States in solo and juried exhibitions.In 2014, Young earned the Certified Professional Photographers (CPP) designation from Professional Photographers of AmericaIn May of 2015, Young earned a MFA in Photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design. He is the Director and Senior Professor for the Photographic Technology Program at Catawba Valley Community College in Hickory, NC. www.joeyoungphoto.com

"The Bread Monster," is a story centered around the adorable Nigel, is actually a lesson for all of us--even adults--who sometimes forget that at every stage in life, we are special. This is a tale brimming with heart, love, and spunk!

The Indo-Aryan migration produced two distinct, yet related cultures in the Indian and Iranian peoples. Though similarities abound in their respective traditions, many notable differences reside. Perhaps the most striking is the strict dualism at the heart of Iranian religion. Even prior to Zarathustra, a Cosmic struggle between light and dark delineated bounds of acceptable conduct, reflecting a radically moral understanding of the universe and man's place at the heart of a holy war. The zurxāne (also spelled "zurkhaneh") serves as an acutely physical expression of this spiritual ethos. Like the Indian akharas, these Houses of Strength engender a profoundly heroic quality in the training and conduct of their adherents. Pahlavānān train and fight as a means of reflecting outwardly the inner conflict pitting one's higher self against a lower, Ahrimanic impulse. Their external victories mirror internal triumphs necessary to become a renowned warrior of both material and spiritual dimensions. Master WarYogin Tom Billinge has again immersed himself in the subject matter of his work, becoming a Western steward of this ancient Indo-European tradition by testing himself in the zurxāne system of today.

Both our secular culture and our Christian discourse suffer from a lack of appreciation of nature. "Nature" describes the world as we find it, created by God, broken by the fall, exhibiting both stability and change. It is denied in different ways by postmodernists, progressives, evolutionary naturalists, technologists, and transhumanists, but also by Christian fundamentalists and ideologues who fail to recognize the goodness of creation and the possibility and necessity of natural, human knowledge.In this book, theologian and philosopher Joel Carini argues for a new theological perspective that gives place to nature and to empirical sources of information in Christian theology. This new approach allows for healthy intellectual interaction with secular thought and other religious traditions and leads to surprising and significant conclusions.

Asher Daniox was an anomaly. Feared and worshiped by her kind for a power previously unheard of, the princess of the Fae Realm sought nothing more than to prove she could rule with a just and strong hand. That she was worthy of the title of queen.Yet, as her impending marriage to a young mortal prince draws nearer, she finds herself dreaming of a different life. One ruled by her own wants and needs. But, with a power as dangerous as hers, would she do more harm than good if left unchecked? And if she does not find allies in the mortals, how will the fae survive the savage demons to the west?When a handsome stranger urges Asher to question her world and those within it - to trust the power she feared for so long - the princess is forced to reevaluate her life, and to continuously put it in jeopardy. Will she follow the orders of the king and queen who raised her - who always knew best? Or will she follow her heart, which might lead her to a fate she cannot survive?As lies, betrayals, and danger find her at every corner, Asher must make a choice. For if she does not, the imminent war will.Who is she, and who does she wish to become?

These days, we rarely find youth engaged in reading or writing books. Yet, the joy in these activities is inevitable. When first exposed to reading, the new reader may find themself drawn into new worlds of excitement, amazement, emotion, philosophy, and adventure.This compilation of short stories includes work written by students from different degree programmes at the University of Saint Joseph, Macao, China, in 2021. Students involved in this project include students from the Faculty of Arts and Humanities' Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Communication and Media, Bachelor of Design and Bachelor of Fashion Design.(Un)directed Reading is also an installation designed to randomly generate extracts from the selected work edited below. It aims to get the general public and interested individuals to come to the front of the kiosk and be surprised.

Celebrate the spirit of a town that stands as a testament to Americana. A must-read for history enthusiasts and those seeking a nostalgic trip through Stanford's past.

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Titolo: Formula HIITAutore: Gian Mario Migliaccio, Professore Associato all'Università San Raffaele di Roma, dottore di ricerca. Esperto in scienze dello sport, scienze della nutrizione e psicologia.Descrizione: "Formula HIIT" è un'opera fondamentale per chiunque sia interessato all'High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), un metodo di allenamento rivoluzionario e altamente efficace. Riconosciuto dall'ACSM come il trend di maggiore sviluppo nel futuro dell'esercizio fisico, l'HIIT si adatta sia agli amatori che agli atleti di élite. Questo libro, arricchito da basi scientifiche e applicazioni pratiche, offre una comprensione approfondita dell'HIIT, permettendo un'applicazione più consapevole e mirata.Sommario: Introduzione all'HIIT: Esplora l'evoluzione dell'HIIT, la sua relazione con la nutrizione e l'energia necessaria, accompagnata da una storia di ricerca e applicazione pratica.L'HIIT in 30 domande: Un approfondimento su vari aspetti dell'HIIT, dalle sue basi scientifiche alle sue applicazioni pratiche, rispondendo a domande comuni e meno note.Prima dell'HIIT: Approfondisce l'importanza dell'Evidence Based Practice e Training, la preparazione atletica e la prevenzione medica.Dentro l'HIIT: Analizza gli effetti dell'HIIT sul corpo, dai cambiamenti immediati a quelli a lungo termine, e gli adattamenti fisiologici, metabolici e psicologici.Durante l'HIIT: Copre la quantificazione e prescrizione dell'HIIT, la sua applicazione in vari sport e nella prevenzione, e la sua integrazione nella programmazione annuale.La formula HIIT: Presenta 20 studi chiave sull'HIIT, con un'analisi dettagliata e applicazioni pratiche, oltre a considerazioni su aspetti energetici, nutrizionali e neuromuscolari.Referenze scientifiche: Una vasta raccolta di riferimenti scientifici che supportano la "Formula HIIT".

IRISIn a world where everything is devoid of color, Iris is a vivid exception. She has an exceptional aura, one that is rainbow-like and full of emotions and thoughts, a reflection of her unique ability to communicate through telepathy. But this gift that makes her different from others also makes her a target of bullying and isolation. Iris tries hard to fit in; she longs for acceptance and understanding from those around her. GRUNGE DREAMSLacey Barlow knows what she wants. Her own little office in a New York high-rise, pungent of ink and journalistic spirit.As a daytime gossip columnist, she has the spirit, the knack, and the drive-ask her, and she'd jump at a quid pro quo position in a heartbeat-but none of the stars seem to align for her career. Far less glamorously, she's been stuck with dead-end jobs that value sensationalism over truth-the bane of her legitimacy as a reporter.A PAGE FROM MY HEARTKeisha and Frank are colleagues at the library, but there's more than just books between them. Keisha is the life of the party, while Frank is quiet and introverted. They share a deep attraction, but neither has the courage to confess their true feelings. When their head librarian, Mrs. Harry, intervenes with love portions embedded in words, will Keisha take a full dose of it, or will Frank prefer their feelings remain hidden?MAGICAL LOVEWelcome to Elyria, the most prestigious academy in the great kingdom of Aurum. Here you will find the most powerful fae. Vampires, fairies, sirens and so much more creatures with their veins full of power. Follow Ella Aestas in her journey in this fantastical kingdom from day one. They say the first day of school is always... Remarkable. It's not like she's going to accidentally make enemies with the most powerful, handsome and popular guy in the entire academy on her first day... Right?DILEMMAMy dream of going to college was well in sight until life served me lemons. I lost my job. Guess who tried making lemonades? Tiana Unstoppable White. One job as a waitress, a spilled glass of wine, and a bathroom episode was all it took to get me into the Cloover mansion as a domestic staff. All was hunky dory until I was caught between the devil and the deep blue sea. It was either loyalty or love.

For fans of Elise Kova's Air Awakens and Leigh Bardugo, this romantic fantasy adventure of a plucky shapeshifter and her handsome rival is sure to enthrall!Can they stop almost killing each other long enough to save their empire? Or will his secrets destroy them both?Sun Aranya just wants a stable job so she can care for her ailing grandfather. After years of relentless magic training, she has finally earned a city wardenship-only to discover on her first day that annoyingly handsome Shi Kai is laying claim to her position.There's only one option: they'll just have to compete for it.But while Aranya and Kai are forced to work together until one of them wins their competition, trouble brews in the empire. Whispered threats of enemy invasion abound, and magic-wielders are disappearing across the empire without a trace.Can Aranya and Kai see past their rivalry to discover the fate of the missing magic-wielders? Or will Kai's secrets destroy them all?If you love slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance, vivid Eastern-inspired worlds, breathtaking adventure, and swoon-worthy heroes, discover The Zheninghai Chronicles, a new romantic fantasy series for fans of Sylvia Mercedes, Kenley Davidson, and Shari L. Tapscott!

Read this swoon-worthy standalone prequel novel that readers are calling, "Mulan goes to Hogwarts." Perfect for fans of Elise Kova's Air Awakens.Dreams of magic and romance have no place in the heart of a poor farm girl . . . until the day she becomes a student at the dangerously competitive Academy.Magical visions have a way of turning the world upside-down. One minute Song Liena is a simple farm girl hoping for good luck at the matchmaker, and the next she is a student at the empire's most rigorous and dangerous magic Academy.It doesn't take long for her to realize she's ten years behind, her magic is weak, and she is in way over her head. But Liena is determined to work hard if it means a chance at a better life for her family.She just wasn't counting on being noticed by the handsome Crown Prince-a warrior-in-training said to have fire magic powerful enough to decimate entire armies.But princes are not for peasants, and everything is not as it seems at the Academy. Monsters lurk around every corner, and someone is dabbling in dark, illegal magic.Someone who has set their sinister sights on her.If you love swoony-sweet romances, vivid Eastern-inspired worlds, Mulan vibes, and dark academia, discover Maiden of Candlelight and Lotuses, the prequel to the romantic fantasy series The Zheninghai Chronicles, for fans of Sylvia Mercedes, Kenley Davidson, and Shari L. Tapscott!

As the SHA celebrates its fiftieth anniversary in 2017, it seems appropriate to remember and reflect on those individuals who have made significant contributions to the discipline at large and to the society in particular. The lives and careers of these key figures, as captured in the pieces reproduced in this volume, reveal a great deal about the history of historical archaeology and the SHA over the last fifty years. Indeed, the developments of the last half-century shed light on the trajectory of the discipline and society since the fourteen-member committee gathered in Dallas in January 1967. Since that time, the society they created has grown to become the primary venue, clearinghouse, and advocate for the research, protection, and preservation of historic-period archaeological resources worldwide. An understanding of what the society and its members have accomplished in its first fifty years will provide insight and inspiration as we look ahead to the next half-century.

25 articles that present archaeological analyses and interpretations on a variety of subjects from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Slovakia, Hungary, and Poland. The articles collected for the purpose of this book offer a broad variety of topics and provide examples from urban, landscape, underwater, industrial, battlefield, aviation, and Ottoman archaeology, as well as material culture studies. Sites and case studies presented range chronolog- ically from the 15th to the 20th century. Furthermore, this volume contains summaries of the status and theoretical foundations of historical archaeology in the various central European countries, and offers perspectives from each. The result is a volume that summarizes the state of historical archaeology in the region and lays a foundation for current and future generations of central European archaeologists to build upon.

Winner of the Discovery Prize for Nonfiction, Writers' League of TexasFinalist for the CLMP Firecracker Award in Creative Nonfiction "A tour-de-force collection of essays on issues surrounding race, education, and American history."-Kirkus Reviews (starred) "Profound insights into the current reality of America, taking on race, inequality, violence, and education. An impressive debut from an exciting new voice!"-Daryl Farmer, author of Where We Land: Stories and Bicycling Beyond the Divide "Sean Enfield shares tales as varied as finding connections in churches and moshpits as well as teaching at a Muslim middle school...He tells us facts we should know and reminds us of truths we shouldn't forget. "-Sean Hill, author of Dangerous Goods and Blood Ties & Brown Liquor "Driven by an empathic imagination and formal invention, Holy American Burnout! is a book of marked complexity and honesty."-Sara Eliza Johnson, author of Vapor and Bone Map Sean Enfield delves into the great American condition: burnout. Threading his experiences both as a Texan student and later as a first-year teacher of predominately Muslim students at a Texas middle school, Holy American Burnout! weaves personal essay and cultural critique into the historical fabric of Black and bi-racial identity. Enfield intersects examinations of which voices are granted legitimacy by virtue of school curriculum, the complex relationship between basketball and education for Black and brown students, his students' burgeoning political consciousness during the 2016 presidential campaign, and cultural figures ranging from Kendrick Lamar to Hamlet. These classroom narratives weave around Enfield's own formative experiences contending with a conflicted bi-racial family lineage, reenacting the Middle Passage as the only Black student in his 7th grade history class, and moshing in both Christian and secular hardcore pits. As Enfield wrestles with the physical, mental, and emotional burdens that American society places on educators, students, and all relatively conscious minorities in this country, he reaches for an education that better navigates our burnt-out empire.

In a race against time, can they hunt down one child in the vastness of Africa?South African ex-security contractor Chrystal Booysen has officially retired to her family game stud farm after her last mission took a dark turn.Corruption-fighting magnate Curtis Wilson hires American private investigator Rowan Zackery to rescue his daughter. But Rowan is out of his depth in Africa, and he needs Chrystal's expertise. The longer Akina is missing, the more people presume she's dead. And he doesn't want to find yet another body...As they investigate, Chrystal grapples with the unsettling evidence that her estranged childhood friend, Mother Stella-Rose, is involved somehow in the disappearance of the children.Akina is in the clutches of Levi Louw, an unhinged and dangerous criminal who works for Mother Stella-Rose. Driven by greed and power, he'll do anything to make a profit.As they chase the elusive trail, can they save Akina, or will they be too late.

Lorsque l'on a souffert de violence conjugale, peut-on faire encore confiance?Cette drôle de femme qui longe les murs et qui tantôt défie les passants du regard essaie par tous les moyens d'améliorer son sort... Jusqu'à ce que le sort frappe à son tour...Veuve à 22 ans, traquée par les médias, déshonorée par sa famille, qu'est-ce qu'Anne Brisson a bien pu faire? Que lui reste-t-il?Entre son imagination aux saveurs westerns et son journal intime, elle tente de s'ancrer dans la réalité du quotidien.Et Clémence, la patronne du Café Parfait, sait-elle que sa nouvelle employée cache un sombre secret?Et cet homme de peu de mots, saura-t-il la convaincre que tous les hommes ne sont pas les mêmes?

Spiritual Fitness is wonderfully simple, candid and enlightening. Elite high performance coach, speaker and athlete, Jean-Pierre De Villiers shares his proven The 12 Pillars methodology that make up a refreshing approach to Spiritual Fitness. This is an essential guide to developing Mind, Body and Heart that will enable you to create an exciting, rich and deeply fulfiling life. This is a must-read. high performance coaching; coaching; body mind; meditation; mentoring; goals; life coaching; motivation; goal setting;

"The Santa Fe Institute celebrates one of its founders with a new edition of a seminal work by the late Nobel laureate Murray Gell-Mann. Originally published in 1994, The Quark & the Jaguar spans the simple and the complex, examining the relationship between the fundamental laws of physics and the complexity and diversity of the natural world. Neither autobiography nor strictly scientific treatise, this uniquely personal and unifying vision reflects Gell-Mann's broad expertise, curiosity, and passion for topics as disparate as archaeology, linguistics, and computing."--

Dreamers is the tale of two star-crossed lovers, Dolores Gómez (a survivor of the Mexican Revolution), and David Katagian (a survivor of the Armenian Genocide) whose paths lead them from opposite sides of the world to Los Angeles, there to chase the American Dream. Ultimately determined by greater external forces, the dream wilts, fades, and ultimately perishes, as do Dolores and David. The novel unfolds against the background of Twentieth Century United States conflicts, immigration issues, and world economic collapse.

They'll save their empire-or be each other's downfall.After narrowly escaping the clutches of the conniving and dangerous Shi family, Aranya and Kai find it more difficult than ever to work together amid the pressures of their secret mission, and the constant danger of the monster-ridden wilderness they travel.An unexpected kiss only serves to complicate things further.Can Aranya learn to trust Kai? Or will the slow unraveling of his secrets doom the chance of them becoming anything more than enemies?Will it be Kai's knife that finds its way into her heart?If you love slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance, vivid Eastern-inspired worlds, breathtaking adventure, and swoon-worthy heroes, download the next installment (and final book featuring Kai and Aranya as leads) of The Zheninghai Chronicles, a new romantic fantasy series for fans of Sylvia Mercedes, Kenley Davidson, and Shari L. Tapscott!

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A Complete And Tailored Guide for Independent Coaches & Consultants From Mindset Management to Communication Excellence: Building Robust Sales Systems Aligned with Your Professional Identity. How do you connect, convince, and close deals without losing your identity or compromising your values? In Sales Made Personal, Stephen Ritchie Rowan presents a compelling roadmap for independent coaches and consultants. Drawing from a rich background in sales, business development, and strategy, Stephen demystifies the often-daunting sales world. He empowers you to align your professional skills with robust sales systems. This is different from your ordinary sales books. It's a journey into understanding the human condition, revealing the heart of meaningful conversations, building trust, and diagnosing client obstacles. This book equips you with the confidence and strategies necessary to excel in coaching and consulting, transforming how you approach sales."Stephen is the real deal when it comes to sales and mindset. He's put in the hard yards across industries, from training and hair salons to close protection (this guy has some wild stories). The knowledge he's accumulated along the way is invaluable.What I love about this book is that it comes from a place of morals and integrity. As Stephen says, "You can conduct your job as a salesperson with a strong dose of morality." Yes to that! Too many books in this space are about manipulation and egos. This one is different." Joel Stone Who is this book for? Sales Made Personal is aimed at independent coaches and consultants navigating the challenging sales and client acquisition terrain. The book is tailored for those experiencing a dip in confidence, feeling vulnerable to stepping into the sales spotlight, or facing hurdles in aligning their sales strategies with their professional identities. It's designed to resonate with individuals keen on evolving their sales processes, enhancing client relationships, and driving sustainable business growth in a manner that reflects their authentic selves. By addressing both the practical and psychological facets of sales, this book serves as a valuable resource for those striving to master the art of sales while staying true to their professional ethos and personal values. Whether a seasoned consultant seeking a fresh sales perspective or a budding coach eager to build a trustworthy client base, readers across the spectrum of experience in the coaching and consulting domain will find actionable insights and guidance in Sales Made Personal. This book delivers a powerful blend of practical advice, personal anecdotes, and actionable strategies. With humour and frankness, Stephen encourages you to reimagine sales-not as a challenging hill to climb but as a delightful walk through your favourite scenery.Reconnect with your passion for helping others, master the art of selling your unique expertise, and step forward into a new chapter of growth in your professional life. Get ready to make sales personal.

"[This book] is a groundbreaking book examining innovative approaches to fund public health in non-Islamic countries, focusing on Kenya. The author explores the concept of zakat, an Islamic wealth tax, as a potential revenue source. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding local dynamics and legal systems, offering insights from human rights, Islamic, and constitutional law. It aligns with global development goals and proposes a timely, relevant solution for sustainable funding without overburdening citizens, with a potential impact across Africa and beyond"--

"Meals Before the Madness" is the culmination of a lifelong love affair with food, a legacy passed down through generations, and an unbreakable bond between mother and daughter. Rita P. Mitchell and Britt Mitchell, co-authors of this cookbook, invite you into their world of culinary creativity and shared family traditions.Just a taste of what to expect: Approximately 75% of the ingredients needed for our recipes are easy to keep stocked in your fridge, freezer, and pantry.Most of our recipes are straightforward, requiring minimal time and ingredients, and they can be easily scaled up to serve a larger crowd.For those from the South, many of these recipes will evoke a sense of home, while those from elsewhere will discover a few new culinary gems to enhance their cooking repertoire.