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A provocative look at the remarkable contributions of high-skill immigrant entrepreneurs in America.

In the wake of the zombie apocalypse, people gather in scattered communities to try to preserve civilization. Roland Thompson and his fellow citizens assemble in the town of Sparta, high in the Appalachian mountains. Below, in the Piedmont, others are coming together, not all of them as friendly as they might seem. But Thompson and his fellow citizens of Sparta have become implacable defenders of human life and of liberty. They have the will to survive and the means to defend themselves.

Inspired by a true story, A Gamble on Liberty shadows the struggles of an East Tennessee community during the American Civil War. Captain Robert and Permelia Gamble lead the charge, both at home and on the battlefield. Compelled by loyalty and circumstance, Robert enlists in the Union Army.

Transport Technology is coming soon. Visions Corporation. After revealing a new technology that is capable of replacing current methods of transportation and eliminating the world’s dependencies on oil, David Sampson struggles with the decision to make his breakthrough public. There’s no turning back when Visions, a megacorporation, releases a device the size of a cellphone which is embedded with the technology. Many embrace the new method of transportation; others protest, and a terrorist group condemn David and his family. When David realizes that society is not ready for this great ...

The apocalypse is coming! Scientists and science fiction novelists have long predicted various forms of the apocalypse, from plagues to wars to aliens. If there’s a way to end civilization, someone has probably prophesized it. Civilizations rise and civilizations fall…but are you ready for it to happen to you? How will you survive and thrive in the event of an apocalypse?

“Pioneer” — as a noun is defined as “a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area.” As a verb, it means “develop or be the first to use or apply (a new method, area of knowledge, or activity).” This anthology gives the reader the experience of the explorers who went to foreign lands to discover and learn about a specific field of knowledge and skills:the Asian martial arts.The eight chapters included here share a common root in the pioneers' desire to travel far and wide in search for practical martial arts useful in the street as well as for ...

Over the past twenty years, REESE UNLIMITED has become synonymous with the best in New Pulp. The home of Lazarus Gray, the Peregrine, Gravedigger, the Dark Society, and many more, it has grown into one of the largest ongoing continuities in prose fiction. Now, some of Pulp's most popular authors - Mike Bullock, Glen Held, Robert J. Mendenhall, Barry Reese, Dale Russell, and Sorella Smith - come together to celebrate the full range of all the imprint has to offer! This anthology runs the gamut from sword and sorcery to noir to supernatural terror -- and everything in-between!

When you read this book and glean its top themes and lessons, the following 5 things will happen for you: 1. You will strengthen your BELIEF in yourself. With all the champions and entrepreneurs I work with, so much of success is between the ears. I often tell my clients and athletes to “get your mind right.” In this book, you will not only learn about the importance of mindset, but you will strengthen your own mindset and beliefs also. 2. You will use fear to propel you, not paralyze you. Fear is a real emotion that everyone experiences. Instead of having fear rob you of your dreams ...

Greg Bowker is a young senior constable forcibly transferred to a one-officer station in a remote and dying Mallee town. Welcomed by a brutal combination of heat, dust, isolation and primitive amenities, the new officer expects to waste years of his career in 'purgatory'. He is greeted with warmth by the community but becomes increasingly worried by the behaviour of two delinquent teenagers, one of whose family history hides a secret he can't resist investigating.

What’s it like to reach out and touch history in the moment, to peel back the layers of hyperbole and political deception for yourself as a simple soldier? Try the Philippine-American War, sometimes referred to as "the first Vietnam" (1899-1902). You might find that “desertion” really means conversion to a noble cause and “enlisting” is just another form of surrender….

God's Plan of Creation is written for all God's children who are not afraid to think. As a child, we have asked questions and only got those standard answers: It's not for man to know. Alternatively, God works in strange and mysterious ways. As a father, one would not want their children to grow up ignorant. Nor does God!

In the North Carolina mountains, the town of Jasperton has lost a fading enchantment that has protected it for almost one hundred years from an ancient curse. Martin and Amy Braun, separated and their marriage almost at an end over the death of their young son, suddenly find themselves reunited to care for a lost child who bears a striking resemblance to their deceased boy.

China can easily boast of its great martial traditions, which many would say is the richest in the world. There are a variety of styles from the north to the south that encompass an extensive repertoire of open-hand and weapon techniques. The ten chapters in this anthology illustrated this wide spectrum. Mark Wiley’s interview with Hou Faxiang presents a fundamental healing modality famous in China — qigong, the nourishing and practical use of internal energy. Its theory and practice is entwined in many martial art styles. In chapters two and three, Robert W. Smith, introduces us to two...

Within this cauldron of intrigue and deceit, live nearly half a million Irish and German American immigrants, among them Irish-born lawyer Conor Dolan and his wife Maureen. The Dolans are among thousands of immigrants marked as “hyphenated Americans,” their reluctance to support the war cry branding them “enemy aliens.”

Consider the Constitution is a podcast from the Robert H. Smith Center for the Constitution at James Madison's Montpelier. The show provides insight into constitutional issues that directly affect every American. Hosted by Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey the podcast features interviews with constitutional scholars, policy and subject matter experts, heritage professionals, and legal practitioners.

A purpose without direction is like a rock thrown into the ocean. Our existence would be meaningless if we evolved from nothing. The handiwork of our DNA was orchestrated by an Almighty God. God doesn't make mistakes. We are all created with purpose. Within our creation lies gifts and talents. These gifts can be used to bring glory to the Father, if we understand the nature of the gift.

Dive into nineteen captivating studies of biblical figures—some renowned and others lesser-known. Originally crafted as sermons, these discourses have been thoughtfully transformed into compelling narratives. Join us on this enlightening journey through the lives and lessons of these scriptural characters. - Summary by InTheDesert

AutoBioPhilosophy is an astonishingly frank and original autobiography that explores the fundamental question of what it means to be human. Robert Rowland Smith’s life story involves a love triangle, office politics, police raids, illegal drugs, the academic elite and a near-death experience...

Meet Billy Pringle, affectionately nicknamed Fine Billy by his good-hearted friends. Despite being an ordinary fellow, he masterfully plays the role of a gentleman, exuding an air of lofty sophistication that captivates those around him. With his grandiose speech and relaxed demeanor, he creates the illusion of a socialite. However, a closer look reveals that while he talks in pounds, his actions speak volumes in pence. With a penchant for fancy shirts, ties, and trinkets, he fits the mold of what many perceive as gentlemanly. Yet, the truth remains that those who constantly proclaim their ...

He dropped the camera and stared at its monitor. The video paused. His face, in lustful pleasure, was frozen on the screen. Marcus grew up a gangster kid, but now he's a Priest. He's come back home to re-start a 19th century Catholic church that has been completely vandalized. He finds out the community is heavily influenced by Satanism—something Marcus intends on changing, but his past lingers and sin is in his blood. Jada is a Satanist, and she seduces Marcus. Sex is the result. Jada has a history with Marcus's brother, Louie, involving drugs, money, and murder. She plans revenge ...