The year is 1901. Determined to set outon his own and see what remains of the untamed west, the now twenty-one-year-old Andrew Thompson, accepts a job withan aging rancher in southern Colorado. He quickly discovers long days filled with hard work, which challenge his resolve. Just asa friendship with the irascible old rancher begins to take shape, a tragic event occurs one night, which changes everything. Alone and afraid, Andrew flees further west to avoid the men sent to hunt him down for a crime he did not commit.Along the way, Andrew encounters Jeb Slate, a war veteran and boxcar hobo. The two become friends and start on a journey through Wyoming and into Montana to escape their past and find a hidden fortune within the mountain wilderness. But can Andrew escape the men who pursue him and discover the courage to confront his own conscience and uncover the hidden truth?Signs of Courage is the exciting sequel to Signs of Life.
This powerful anthology brings together reflective and raw plays by American playwrights surrounding the psychic and political boundaries of the many faces and shadows of terrorism. Allan Havis's introduction addresses a variety of terrorism cases from the last 25 years, examines several theories of the root causes of modern terrors, and underscores how theatre forms a unique contour to social and philosophical thought on terrorism. With a foreword from Robert Brustein, the anthology features: Break of Noon by Neil LaBute 7/11 by Kia Corthron Omnium Gatherum by Theresa Rebeck and Alexandra Gersten-Vassilaros Columbinus by PJ Paparelli and Stephen Karam Why Torture is Wrong, and the People Who Love Them by Christopher Durang
Freedom: Christian and Muslim Perspectives considers how these two faith communities have historically addressed freedom. Through a series of essays, historical and scriptural texts, and reflections, this unique interreligious dialogue provides needed context for deeper understanding of interfaith relations, from ancient to modern times.
Heart-Healthy Cajun Cooking is a delightful nutrition guide & cookbook written by a nutritionist, a creative cook & a cardiologist. The delicious Cajun recipes are low in fat, sodium & cholesterol. Each recipe lists calories, percentages of fat, carbohydrates & protein, potassium, sodium, cholesterol, fiber, significant vitamin & minerals, as well as food groups. Easy to read nutrition & cooking tips make this book a must for the health-conscious cook. See what others are saying about HEART-HEALTHY CAJUN COOKING: "Traditional Cajun recipes are not cooked with cardiac health in mind. HEALTHY-HEALTHY CAJUN COOKING takes a new path." --Alexandria (LA) Daily Town Talk. "...Contains some very good information on fat, cholesterol, diabetes, good nutrition & balanced diets, as well as some good recipes with nutritional analyses. This would be a great book for anyone who wants to learn to eat smarter!" --The New Orleans School of Cooking.
After more than 20 years of freedom in South Africa we have to ask ourselves difficult questions: are we willing to perpetuate a lie, search for facts or think wishfully? Freedom has been enabled by apartheid’s end, but at the same time some of apartheid’s key institutions and social relations are reproduced under the guise of ‘democracy’. This collection of essays acknowledges the enormous expectations placed on the shoulders of the South African revolution to produce an alternative political regime in response to apartheid and global neo-liberalism. It does not lament the inability of South Africa’s democracy to provide deeper freedoms, or suggest that since it hasn't this is some form of betrayal. Freedom is made possible and/or limited by local political choices, contemporary global conditions and the complexities of social change. This book explores the multiplicity of spaces within which the dynamics of social change unfold, and the complex ways in which power is produced and reproduced. In this way, it seeks to understand the often non-linear practices through which alternative possibilities emerge, the lengthy and often indirect ways in which new communities are imagined and new solidarities are built. In this sense, this book is not a collection of hope or despair. Nor is it a book that seeks to situate itself between these two poles. Instead it aims to read the present historically, critically and politically, and to offer insights into the ongoing, iterative and often messy struggles for freedom.
The conception of karma in the religious traditions of India has prompted numerous interpretations, many of which equate karma with notions of fate. Karma and Creativity presents a perspective on karma that emphasizes the efficacy of human activity in bringing about desired results--from upholding societal order to the attainment of spiritual liberation. Karma is examined in light of several classical Indian texts. Special attention is given to the concept of mind-only in both Hinduism and Buddhism. The study focuses on the positive approach to action first learned by the sage Vasisin the Mahabharata and then taught by him to Sri Rama in the Yogavasis. It concludes with an exploration of the theological and ethical implications of action and creativity.
In this book you will learn the 12 laws of Karma and how they relate to your life. If you are unfamiliar with the laws it is very possible you may have been using these inner powers against yourself without your conscious awareness of it. The truth is we can only grow to our level of perception. If we view our life through a golf size ball understanding the world we see will be viewed from a golf size ball perspective. We do not get what we want in life; we get what we are. This book will give you knowledge and insight into the true meaning of Karma as it relates to your life. The time has come to take your life and start directing your future karma consciously. Welcome to the 12 Laws of Karma.
In this article, the author discusses the great Biblical verse, Luke 11: 9-10. The question here is what is the spiritual underpinning from which one must ask to bring forth that which one wants? Where is that placement in our hearts (or souls) from which we must ask? If only we could be in alignment in our asking--all would unfold perfectly in our lives. Author Bio: Christopher Alan Anderson (1950 - ) received the basis of his education from the University of Science and Philosophy, Swannanoa, Waynesboro, Virginia. He resides in the transcendental/romantic tradition, that vein of spiritual creativity of the philosopher and poet. His quest has been to define and express an eternal romantic reality from which a man and a woman could together stand in their difference and create a living universe of procreative love. Mr. Anderson began these writings in 1971. The first writings were published in 1985. On a personal note, when Mr. Anderson was asked to describe the writings and what he felt their message was he responded, "Spiritual procreation. Mankind has yet to distinguish the two sexes on the spiritual level. In this failure lies the root of our problems and why we cannot yet touch the eternal together. The message of man and woman balance brings each of us together in love with our eternal other half right now." Keywords: Man and Woman Balance, Relationships, Procreation, Spirituality, Love, Metaphysics, Eternal, Creation, Sexuality, & Soul.
Millennium Clues for the Clueless -- As we face the turn of the century, many people are also facing uncertainty, fear, and anxiety. This book helps readers keep their focus on the peace and security of God's never-changing character, and His daily provision for His children.
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