The third book in the of Fate series, Memory of Fate, contin ues the story of Evan Masters and Carla Jean "C.J." MacFarlane. Set right after Test of Fate, this novel follows Evan and C.J. continuing to explore life together as a couple very much in love. As Evan's twentieth high school reunion approaches, C.J. senses some apprehension in her husband of almost a year. Something Evan thought was just a bad memory from his past comes roaring back to haunt him and his wife is the target of revenge. Evan's love for his wife is put to the ultimate test as her life hangs in the balance. This book in the series is just another stop on the long epic journey for Evan and C.J. as they navigate a life together. Because while some memories are good and some are bad, we all have them. And at some point, we all have to confront them.
Evan Masters and C.J. MacFarlane are successful young professionals when they meet by chance at a business conference in Hawaii. They soon become business partners and best friends. Their strong and confident exteriors hide fragile and protected interiors, as each has endured loss in their lives. C.J. realizes Evan means more to her than a friend and business partner, but when an assassin's bullet puts Evan in a coma, fears she will never get a chance to reveal her true feelings become all too real. Evan's brush with death changes the way he sees C.J., but is fearful to reveal those feelings, lest she not feel the same way. When they finally realize what they truly mean to each other, another tragedy strikes at the hands of a secret society and their world is put into a tailspin. What happens next is truly a miracle of fate.
The second book in the of Fate series, Test of Fate, continues the story of Evan Masters and Carla Jean C.J. MacFarlane. Set two years after Miracle of Fate, this novel follows Evan and C.J. continuing to explore life together as a couple very much in love. They decide to start a charitable foundation to broaden their reach and give back some of the good fortune they share. Not having any real experience in the non-profit arena, they hire a young woman named Jennifer Truman to run the foundation. Decisions about their future come to the forefront as C.J. struggles with Evan's desire to have children. With Evan at her side, she continues to search for her true place in the world. Filled with romance, drama, suspense and humor, Test of Fate allows the reader greater insight into Evan and C.J. as captivating, yet very much human, characters. When their relationship is subjected to the ultimate test, will their love be enough to survive?
The third book in the of Fate series, Memory of Fate, contin ues the story of Evan Masters and Carla Jean "C.J." MacFarlane. Set right after Test of Fate, this novel follows Evan and C.J. continuing to explore life together as a couple very much in love. As Evan's twentieth high school reunion approaches, C.J. senses some apprehension in her husband of almost a year. Something Evan thought was just a bad memory from his past comes roaring back to haunt him and his wife is the target of revenge. Evan's love for his wife is put to the ultimate test as her life hangs in the balance. This book in the series is just another stop on the long epic journey for Evan and C.J. as they navigate a life together. Because while some memories are good and some are bad, we all have them. And at some point, we all have to confront them.
The second book in the of Fate series, Test of Fate, continues the story of Evan Masters and Carla Jean C.J. MacFarlane. Set two years after Miracle of Fate, this novel follows Evan and C.J. continuing to explore life together as a couple very much in love. They decide to start a charitable foundation to broaden their reach and give back some of the good fortune they share. Not having any real experience in the non-profit arena, they hire a young woman named Jennifer Truman to run the foundation. Decisions about their future come to the forefront as C.J. struggles with Evan's desire to have children. With Evan at her side, she continues to search for her true place in the world. Filled with romance, drama, suspense and humor, Test of Fate allows the reader greater insight into Evan and C.J. as captivating, yet very much human, characters. When their relationship is subjected to the ultimate test, will their love be enough to survive?
Evan Masters and C.J. MacFarlane are successful young professionals when they meet by chance at a business conference in Hawaii. They soon become business partners and best friends. Their strong and confident exteriors hide fragile and protected interiors, as each has endured loss in their lives. C.J. realizes Evan means more to her than a friend and business partner, but when an assassin's bullet puts Evan in a coma, fears she will never get a chance to reveal her true feelings become all too real. Evan's brush with death changes the way he sees C.J., but is fearful to reveal those feelings, lest she not feel the same way. When they finally realize what they truly mean to each other, another tragedy strikes at the hands of a secret society and their world is put into a tailspin. What happens next is truly a miracle of fate.
Examining the legendary actor's life, art, and controversial politics within the context of their times, Lynn presents a fresh and definitive portrait of Chaplin.
This collection of 23 essays, presented in three sections, aims to discuss women’s studies as well as methodological and theoretical approaches to gender within the broad framework of ancient Near Eastern studies. The first section, comprising most of the contributions, is devoted to Assyriology and ancient Near Eastern archaeology. The second and third sections are devoted to Egyptology and to ancient Israel and biblical studies respectively, neighbouring fields of research included in the volume to enrich the debate and facilitate academic exchange. Altogether these essays offer a variety of sources and perspectives, from the textual to the archaeological, from bodies and sexuality to onomastics, to name just a few, making this a useful resource for all those interested in the study of women and gender in the past.
Students of Western civilization need more than facts. They need to understand the cross-cultural, global exchanges that shaped Western history; to be able to draw connections between the social, cultural, political, economic, and intellectual happenings in a given era; and to see the West not as a fixed region, but a living, evolving construct. These needs have long been central to The Making of the West. The book’s chronological narrative emphasizes the wide variety of peoples and cultures that created Western civilization and places them together in a common context, enabling students to witness the unfolding of Western history, understand change over time, and recognize fundamental relationships. Read the preface.
This timely book provides a critical analysis of the statutory requirements to promote Fundamental British Values in educational settings in the UK. It explores British values as they appear in contemporary policy and legislation as well as how Britishness as a concept has evolved in relation to education in the post-war period.
Students of Western civilization need more than facts. They need to understand the cross-cultural, global exchanges that shaped Western history; to be able to draw connections between the social, cultural, political, economic, and intellectual happenings in a given era; and to see the West not as a fixed region, but a living, evolving construct. These needs have long been central to The Making of the West. The book’s chronological narrative emphasizes the wide variety of peoples and cultures that created Western civilization and places them together in a common context, enabling students to witness the unfolding of Western history, understand change over time, and recognize fundamental relationships.
This book brings together scientific evidence and experience relevant to the practical conservation of wild birds. The authors worked with an international group of bird experts and conservationists to develop a global list of interventions that could benefit wild birds. For each intervention, the book summarises studies captured by the Conservation Evidence project, where that intervention has been tested and its effects on birds quantified. The result is a thorough guide to what is known, or not known, about the effectiveness of bird conservation actions throughout the world. The preparation of this synopsis was funded by the Natural Environment Research Council and Arcadia.
Students of Western civilization need more than facts. They need to understand the cross-cultural, global exchanges that shaped Western history; to be able to draw connections between the social, cultural, political, economic, and intellectual happenings in a given era; and to see the West not as a fixed region, but a living, evolving construct. These needs have long been central to The Making of the West. The book’s chronological narrative emphasizes the wide variety of peoples and cultures that created Western civilization and places them together in a common context, enabling students to witness the unfolding of Western history, understand change over time, and recognize fundamental relationships.
This text offers a unique developmental focus on gender. Gender development is examined from infancy through adolescence, integrating biological, socialization, and cognitive perspectives. The book’s current empirical focus is complemented by a lively and readable style that includes anecdotes about children’s everyday experiences. The book’s accessibility is further enhanced with the use of bold face to highlight key terms when first introduced along with a complete glossary of these terms. All three of the authors are respected researchers in divergent areas of children’s gender role development and each of them teaches a course on the topic. The book’s primary focus is on gender role behaviors – how they develop and the roles biological and experiential factors play in their development. The first section of the text introduces the field and outlines its history. Part 2 focuses on the differences between the sexes, including the biology of sex and the latest research on behavioral sex differences, including motor and cognitive behaviors and personality and social behaviors. Contemporary theoretical perspectives on gender development – biological, social and environmental, and cognitive approaches – are explored in Part 3 along with the research supporting these models. The social agents of gender development, including children themselves, family, peers, the media, and schools are addressed in the final part. Cutting-edge and comprehensive, this is the perfect text for those who have been searching for an advanced undergraduate and/or graduate book for courses in gender development, the psychology of sex roles and/or gender and/or women or men, taught in departments of psychology, human development, and educational psychology. Although chapters have been designed to be read sequentially, a full author citation is included the first time a reference is used within an individual chapter rather than only the first time it is used in the book, making it easy to assign chapters in a variety of orders. This referencing system will also appeal to scholars interested in using the book as a resource to review a particular content area.
Destiny brought together two individuals of different ethnicity, culture, background, age, and education during a house-bound snowstorm. Abdulai and Hans had only a short and direct personal contact that ended with the blizzard, but their genuine friendship outlasted even death. “The Somber Side of a Scientific Mind is a fascinating story that will have you hooked from the start. Tyoder convincingly provides the reader with touching insights into a legacy.” —Leni Schooll, Esq., Heidelberg, Germany More than thirty years passed without any contact between the surviving family members of the deceased and his young friend. However, through the fortuitous recovery of a handwritten manuscript found unexpectedly, the memory of the deceased was revived, revealing the remarkable story of his extraordinary life. “This is a complex but captivating memoir-based novel dealing with intertwining lives. Readers will find in this intriguing story topics that arouse their personal interest.” —David S. Pearlman, MD, Denver, CO, USA This book is the realization of a promise to pass on this incredible legacy. You are invited to step into Abdulai’s life as Hans reveals secrets that will amaze you, surprise you...and possibly change your life! About the Author Christian Tyoder arrived in the New World intellectually well equipped to pursue more advanced learning education. He later acquired his medical doctorate and postdoctorate degrees at two American higher-education institutions. He has published a dozen scientific research papers before switching to his clinical medical practice. Following his early retirement, Christian became more active in the care for overseas underprivileged and in subjects dealing with humanity and religion, especially on the healing effect of religious faith on suffering.
This user-friendly text presents current scientific information, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies for the care of children with acute and chronic respiratory diseases. A consistent chapter format enables rapid and effortless location of the most current protocols on manifestations, etiologies, triggers, approaches to treatment, complications, and preventative strategies. Includes guidance on differential diagnosis to help determine which disease or condition the patient may have. Uses extensive color-coded algorithms to facilitate quick diagnosis, management, and treatment decisions. Provides the latest scientific information and diagnostic and management strategies for the care of children with respiratory illnesses. Presents cutting-edge coverage with new information on the biology of, and the influences on, the respiratory system during childhood, as well as the diagnosis and management of both common (ie, wheezing infant, cystic fibrosis, tuberculosis) and.
Now in four convenient volumes, Field’s Virology remains the most authoritative reference in this fast-changing field, providing definitive coverage of virology, including virus biology as well as replication and medical aspects of specific virus families.
Lays out the connections between conscious nutrition for families and spiritually oriented parenting including health advice and easy, child-friendly vegan recipes"--
A deeply heartfelt story of a mother and son who were brought together in God's perfect time. Medical challenges were turned into assets from which even outsiders benefited. A child, developing into a thoughtful young man, who accepted his situation, early death, and who, strengthened by his growing belief in Jesus, developed special insights to the needs of others. Would you adopt an eight-year-old boy with muscular dystrophy, who had been abandoned and abused, and who would likely not live into his twenties? Sharon Miller and her husband did. This is an extraordinary story based on loving memories tied together by deep faith. Written in the form of letters, Sharon unfolds one fascinating story after another while showing both her and Michael's maturing reliance on Jesus. Each chapter will lead you to understand how a mother's childhood dream turned into an eight-year adventure of joy, learning, and profound faith. This book will open your heart. --Lynn Casassa
This updated edition includes fatigue and sleep definitions as well as strategies for the measurement and assessment of fatigue. The aviation performance, mood, and safety problems associated with sleep restriction and circadian disruptions in operational settings are highlighted. The biological bases of fatigue are discussed so that the reader can understand that it is a real physiological phenomenon and not 'just a state of mind'. Both traditional and newly-developed scientifically-valid countermeasures are presented, and a variety of data from diverse sources are included to provide readers with a 'toolbox' from which they can choose the best solutions for the fatigue-related problems that exist in their unique operational context. In addition, an essential overview of Fatigue Risk Management Systems is included to provide the basic structure necessary to build and validate a modern, integrated approach to successful fatigue management. The book is of interest to aviation crews in both civilian and military sectors--managers as well as pilots, flight crews, and maintainers. It aims to be user-friendly, although scientific information is included to help the reader fully understand the 'fatigue phenomenon' from an evidence-based perspective as well as to enhance the reader's appreciation for the manner in which various counter-fatigue interventions are helpful.
An ambitious history of a California city that epitomizes the history of race relations in modern America. Although much has been written about the urban–rural divide in America, the city of Salinas, California, like so many other places in the state and nation whose economies are based on agriculture, is at once rural and urban. For generations, Salinas has been associated with migrant farmworkers from different racial and ethnic groups. This broad-ranging history of "the Salad Bowl of the World" tells a complex story of community-building in a multiracial, multiethnic city where diversity has been both a cornerstone of civic identity and, from the perspective of primarily white landowners and pragmatic agricultural industrialists, essential for maintaining the local workforce. Carol Lynn McKibben draws on extensive original research, including oral histories and never-before-seen archives of local business groups, tracing Salinas's ever-changing demographics and the challenges and triumphs of Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, and Mexican immigrants, as well as Depression-era Dust Bowl migrants and white ethnic Europeans. McKibben takes us from Salinas's nineteenth-century beginnings as the economic engine of California's Central Coast up through the disproportionate impact of Covid-19 on communities of color today, especially farmworkers who already live on the margins. Throughout the century-plus of Salinas history that McKibben explores, she shows how the political and economic stability of Salinas rested on the ability of nonwhite minorities to achieve a measure of middle-class success and inclusion in the cultural life of the city, without overturning a system based in white supremacy. This timely book deepens our understanding of race relations, economic development, and the impact of changing demographics on regional politics in urban California and in the United States as a whole.
Lynn Hunt and Jack R. Censer's The French Revolution and Napoleon provides a globally-oriented narrative history of events from 1789 until the fall of Napoleon. It emphasizes the global origins and consequences of the French Revolution and explains why it is the formative event for modern politics. The book integrates global competition, fiscal crisis, slavery and the beginnings of nationalism with the more traditional emphases on human rights and constitutions, terror and violence, and the rise of authoritarianism. This global approach then enables the authors – two world-renowned scholars in the field – to clearly illustrate how the French Revolution and Napoleonic Empire changed all the political givens for Europe, the Americas, North Africa and parts of Asia as well. Including numerous illustrations and maps, end-of-chapter questions, timelines and primary source document extracts for analysis in each chapter, this book is essential reading for all students of modern European history who want to understand the French Revolution and Napoleonic Empire in a truly global context.
Students of Western civilization need more than facts. They need to understand the cross-cultural, global exchanges that shaped Western history; to be able to draw connections between the social, cultural, political, economic, and intellectual happenings in a given era; and to see the West not as a fixed region, but a living, evolving construct. These needs have long been central to The Making of the West. The book’s chronological narrative emphasizes the wide variety of peoples and cultures that created Western civilization and places them together in a common context, enabling students to witness the unfolding of Western history, understand change over time, and recognize fundamental relationships.
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