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The Wolves of Helmand

A View from Inside the Den of Modern War

By: Frank "Gus" Biggio

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The Wolves of Helmand

A View from Inside the Den of Modern War

By: Frank "Gus" Biggio

At turns poignant, funny, philosophical, and raw—but always real—The Wolves of Helmand is both a heartfelt homage to the Marine brotherhood with whom Biggio served and an expression of respect and love for the people of Afghanistan who ultimately trusted, shared, and appreciated their purpose. Ten years after serving his country as a U.S. Marine, Captain Frank “Gus” Biggio signed up once again because he missed the brotherhood of the military. Leaving behind his budding law career, his young wife, and newborn son, he was deployed to Helmand Province—the most violent region in war-torn Afghanistan—for reasons few would likely understand before reading this book. Riven by conflict and occupation for centuries because of its strategic location, the region he landed in was, at that time, a hotbed of Taliban insurgency. As a participant in the landmark U.S.-led Operation Khanjar, Biggio and his fellow Marines were executing a new-era military strategy. Focused largely on empowerment of the local population, the offensive began with a troop surge designed to thwart the Taliban, but was more importantly followed by the restoration of the local government and real-time capacity building among the withdrawn and destitute Afghan people. The Wolves of Helmand is unlike other war memoirs. It takes us less into the action—though there is that too—and more into the quiet places of today’s war zones. Yes, you’ll read of our Marines’ stealth arrival in a single night, our advanced weaponry, and our pop-up industrial village command centers. You’ll read, as well, about the ambushed patrols and the carnage of IEDs. But you will also read of the persistence, humility, ruggedness, loneliness, tedium, diplomacy, and humanity of our Marines’ jobs there, which more than anything else reveals the magnitude of even the smallest victories. Completed years after the author’s return from his mission, The Wolves of Helmand is most of all a decade-long self-examination of a warrior’s heart, conscience, and memory. Whether intended or not, Biggio’s deep reflections and innate honesty answer every question you’ve ever wanted to ask about life and death in war—and even questions you probably never thought to ask. What calls a warrior to duty? What makes, sustains, plagues, and even breaks a warrior? These are bigger questions than the ones impolite society pokes around when a veteran returns home—Did you kill anyone? Did you have to go? Why would you fight for another country? Why were we even there? Yet the answers to those queries are here, too, in this thoughtful memoir that will make you think about war, family, love, and loss.

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Simon and Schuster

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1948677652

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The Unseen World of the Holy Spirit

Experiencing the Fullness of God's Presence

By: Frank Bailey

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The Unseen World of the Holy Spirit

Experiencing the Fullness of God's Presence

By: Frank Bailey

And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost…" (Acts 2:4).You can begin to experience God's supernatural power through this biblically sound and personally profound book. It will guide you to spiritual interaction with your heavenly Father.As author Frank Bailey unveils The Unseen World of the Holy Spirit, you will: Walk behind the veil of religious traditions. Live in His presence with peace and confidence. Accept God's anointing with joy. Welcome the Holy Spirit with open arms. People from all walks of life are experiencing God in incredibly personal ways - just like the men and women in the Bible. You can too!

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Destiny Image Publishers

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0768492033

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9780768492033

Rock Music in American Popular Culture II

More Rock 'n' Roll Resources

By: Frank Hoffmann,B Lee Cooper,Wayne S Haney,Beulah B Ramirez

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Rock Music in American Popular Culture II

More Rock 'n' Roll Resources

By: Frank Hoffmann,B Lee Cooper,Wayne S Haney,Beulah B Ramirez

From “Who Put the Bomp (in the Bomp, Bomp, Bomp)?” to a list of all song titles containing the word “werewolf,” Rock Music in American Popular Culture II: More Rock ’n’Roll Resources continues where 1995’s Volume I left off. Using references and illustrations drawn from contemporary lyrics and supported by historical and sociological research on popular cultural subjects, this collection of insightful essays and reviews assesses the involvement of musical imagery in personal issues, in social and political matters, and in key socialization activities. From marriage and sex to public schools and youth culture, readers discover how popular culture can be used to explore American values. As Authors B. Lee Cooper and Wayne S. Haney prove that integrated popular culture is the product of commercial interaction with public interest and values rather than a random phenomena, they entertainingly and knowledgeably cover such topics as: answer songs--interchanges involving social events and lyrical commentaries as explored in response recordings horror films--translations and transformations of literary images and motion picture figures into popular song characters and tales public schools--images of formal educational practices and informal learning processes in popular song lyrics sex--suggestive tales and censorship challenges within the popular music realm war--examinations of persistent military and home front themes featured in wartime recordings Rock Music in American Popular Culture II: More Rock ‘n’Roll Resources is nontechnical, written in a clear and concise fashion, and explores each topic thoroughly, with ample discographic and bibliographic resources provided for additional research. Arranged alphabetically for quick and easy reference to specific topics, the book is equally enjoyable to read straight through. Rock music fans, teachers, popular culture professors, music instructors, public librarians, sound recording archivists, sociologists, social critics, and journalists can all learn something, as the book shows them the cross-pollination of music and social life in the United States.

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Routledge

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1317940407

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Inside History of First Baptist Church, Fort Worth and Temple Baptist Church

Life Story of Dr. J. Frank Norris

By: J. Frank Norris,W.B. Riley

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Inside History of First Baptist Church, Fort Worth and Temple Baptist Church

Life Story of Dr. J. Frank Norris

By: J. Frank Norris,W.B. Riley

Dr. Norris is a fearless man in more ways than one. We have known men who seemed to have any amount of moral courage, who were physical cowards; and we have known men abundantly endowed with physical courage, who were moral cowards. But Dr. Norris is afraid of nothing, either in the physical or moral realms. Who but Dr. Norris would have dared even to attempt what, by the blessing of God, he has achieved in Detroit? Even the most daring of other men would have been afraid to try. It was this Editor's privilege and honour years ago to enjoy the warm personal friendship of the late Russell H. Conwell, in many respects, in his day, the world's greatest lecturer. We never heard Dr. Conwell lecture without feeling at the end that nothing was impossible. We have the same feeling when we read this record of the achievements of Dr. Norris. It gives us a feeling that there is no enemy physical or moral that may not be defeated and utterly routed; nor any task in our Lord's service which may not be accomplished. Dr. Norris has been subject to trials that were no easier to endure than those of Job, but he has triumphed over them all. In Fort Worth, twice his great church was reduced to ashes – each time to rise from the ashes greater than ever. Some people in this northern part of the Continent would be inclined to say, “Yes, of course; but that was in Fort Worth. And Dr. Norris is a Baptist, and Baptists grow in the Southern states almost without cultivation. Notwithstanding their orthodoxy, they seem to be rather indigenous to the soil.” It is a fact that Baptists are perhaps the largest body of Christians in the South, and we think it is probably true that Baptist churches do multiply more rapidly in the South than in the North—that is, of course, under the ministry of ordinary men. But that explanation of the First Baptist Church, Fort Worth, will no longer hold. For what about Detroit? Can anyone find a more difficult city on the American Continent in which to do Christian work than Detroit? It may not be more difficult than Chicago or New York, but certainly the difficulties are at least as great. And yet in the short space of three years the Temple Baptist Church of Detroit has outgrown all its buildings, and like Abraham, has dwelt “in tabernacles, with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise.” The story of these marvelous achievements must prove an inspiration and tonic to the faith of every true believer; and what is equally important, it will provide a spur to the Christian effort of all who read it. Could we afford it, we would place a copy of this book in the hands of every minister of every denomination on this Continent. It should prove equally valuable to deacons and elders, and church officers of every name and rank in all churches; and we question whether any book outside the Bible was ever published so full of inspiration and suggestion and explicit direction to Sunday School workers as this latest book by Dr. Norris. Dr. W.B. Riley

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Solid Christian Books

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1530888492

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9781530888498

How to Turn Your Prison Into Your Prosperity

By: Frank Summerfield

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How to Turn Your Prison Into Your Prosperity

By: Frank Summerfield

God had a plan. And he created man to execute that plan. Now is your time to stand up and boldly proclaim, I am that man! Now is your time to say, without shame, I am that woman! Christ died and rose again to restore us to our place as living souls. Now God and all of creation awaits our manifestation as the people of God who will turn their prison into their prosperity.

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Armour of Light Publishing

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096206047X

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Rock Music in American Popular Culture III

More Rock 'n' Roll Resources

By: Frank Hoffmann,B Lee Cooper,Wayne S Haney

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Rock Music in American Popular Culture III

More Rock 'n' Roll Resources

By: Frank Hoffmann,B Lee Cooper,Wayne S Haney

Rock Music in American Popular Culture III: More Rock ’n’Roll Resources explores the fascinating world of rock music and examines how this medium functions as an expression of cultural and social identity. This nostalgic guide explores the meanings and messages behind some of the most popular rock ’n’roll songs that captured the American spirit, mirrored society, and reflected events in our history. Arranged by themes, Rock Music in American Popular Culture III examines a variety of social and cultural topics with related songs, such as: sex and censorship--“Only the Good Die Young” by Billy Joel and “Night Moves” by Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band holiday songs--“Rockin’Around the Christmas Tree” by Brenda Lee and “The Christmas Song” by Nat King Cole death--“Leader of the Pack” by The Shangri-Las and “The Unknown Soldier” by The Doors foolish behavior--“When a Man Loves a Woman” by Percy Sledge and “What Kind of Fool” by Barbra Streisand and Barry Gibb jobs and the workplace--“Don’t Stand So Close to Me” by The Police and “Dirty Laundry” by Don Henley military involvements--“Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” by the Andrews Sisters and “War” by Edwin Starr novelty recordings--“The Purple People Eater” by Sheb Wooley and “Eat It” by Weird Al Yankovic letters and postal images--“P. S. I Love You” by The Beatles and “Return to Sender” by Elvis Presely In addition, a discography and a bibliography after each section give further examples of the themes and resources being discussed, as do extensive lists of print references at the end of the text.

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Routledge

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1317957598

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9781317957591

I Predict 2000 A.D.

By: Lester Frank Sumrall

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I Predict 2000 A.D.

By: Lester Frank Sumrall

Dr. Lester Sumrall predicts a deistic, demonic, and humanistic showdown as planet Earth charges toward a changing decade, a changing century, and a changing millenium!

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Sumrall Publishing

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0937580031

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9780937580035

Jihad -- The Holy War

Time Bomb in the Middle East

By: Lester Frank Sumrall,Sumrall Lester

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Jihad -- The Holy War

Time Bomb in the Middle East

By: Lester Frank Sumrall,Sumrall Lester

Holy Wars have produced some of the fiercest and bloodiest battles in history. For thousands of years, the countries in the Middle East have been at war with one another. Much of this fighting has been waged through terrorism. Why is terrorism effective and what does it attempt to accomplish? Why has this region been so strongly contested, and what will be the outcome?

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1585682225

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The Southern Law Review

By: Frank T. Reid,Neill S. Brown

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The Southern Law Review

By: Frank T. Reid,Neill S. Brown

Reprint of the original, first published in 1872. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.

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BoD – Books on Demand

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3382182149

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9783382182144

Making Life Count

By: Lester Sumrall,Frank Sumrall

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Making Life Count

By: Lester Sumrall,Frank Sumrall

Written by Lester Sumrall and his three sons, Frank, Steve and Peter Sumrall. This book will challenge you to achieve the potential that your life holds. Believing that great living is a journey, the authors chart a course for positive daily living directed by biblical guideposts.

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Sumrall Publishing

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0840759886

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9780840759887

Guadalcanal

The Definitive Account of the Landmark Battle

By: Richard B. Frank

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Guadalcanal

The Definitive Account of the Landmark Battle

By: Richard B. Frank

“Brilliant...an enormous work based on the most meticulous research.”—LA Times Book Review The battle at Guadalcanal—which began eight months to the day after Pearl Harbor—marked the first American offensive of World War II. It was a brutal six-month campaign that cost the lives of some 7,000 Americans and over 30,000 Japanese. This volume, ten years in the writing, recounts the full story of the critical campaign for Guadalcanal and is based on first-time translations of official Japanese Defense Agency accounts and recently declassified U.S. radio intelligence, Guadalcanal recreates the battle—on land, at sea, and in the air—as never before: it examines the feelings of both American and Japanese soldiers, the strategies and conflicts of their commanders, and the strengths and weaknesses of various fighting units.

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Penguin Books

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0140165614

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9780140165616

State Constitutions for the Twenty-first Century, Volume 2

Drafting State Constitutions, Revisions, and Amendments

By: Frank P. Grad,Robert F. Williams

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State Constitutions for the Twenty-first Century, Volume 2

Drafting State Constitutions, Revisions, and Amendments

By: Frank P. Grad,Robert F. Williams

Identifies problems reformers face in drafting or amending state constitutions.

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SUNY Press

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0791466485

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9780791466483

Run with the Vision

By: Lester Frank Sumrall

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Run with the Vision

By: Lester Frank Sumrall

At the age of seventeen, Lester faced two alternatives: death or the ministry - he chose to preach the Gospel. His life has been remarkable beyond anyone's imagination.

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0883683636

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9780883683637

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The Wolves of Helmand

The Wolves of Helmand

The Unseen World of the Holy Spirit

The Unseen World of the Holy Spirit

Rock Music in American Popular Culture II

Rock Music in American Popular Culture II

Inside History of First Baptist Church, Fort Worth and Temple Baptist Church

Inside History of First Baptist Church, Fort Worth and Temple Baptist Church

How to Turn Your Prison Into Your Prosperity

How to Turn Your Prison Into Your Prosperity

Rock Music in American Popular Culture III

Rock Music in American Popular Culture III

I Predict 2000 A.D.

I Predict 2000 A.D.

Jihad -- The Holy War

Jihad -- The Holy War

The Southern Law Review

The Southern Law Review

Making Life Count

Making Life Count

Guadalcanal

Guadalcanal

State Constitutions for the Twenty-first Century, Volume 2

State Constitutions for the Twenty-first Century, Volume 2

Run with the Vision

Run with the Vision

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