Meet the “deplorables.” Meet the majority that was silent until the election of President Donald Trump. Meet the Middle Americans whom globalism and the modern economy have left behind. In a collection of vignettes telling of family history and bar stool interviews and stubborn beliefs and resignation, Mark Phillips gathers a collage of the forgotten Americans—the Americans that urbanites didn’t know existed, pollsters couldn’t define, and politicians sought to target. The Alleghenians featured, the author among them, feel left adrift. They are not politically active; they are more concerned with eking out a living at failing factories than with the intricacies of the Affordable Care Act. Love and Hate in the Heartland goes beyond talking heads and superficial media portrayals to tell stories of humanity, strength, resilience, generosity, and self-reliance. Faced with a bleak outlook, these noble ideals mingle with resignation and misguided bitterness. Written in evocative and graceful prose, it gives faces to the voices we heard in November 2016.
Are you always exhausted, regardless of how much you've slept? Do you know the location of every rest stop and public restroom in a twenty mile radius of your home? Do you know how far away you are from a bathroom at every moment? Do you decline invitations because you are afraid youd be too far from a toilet? If yes, maybe this book can help you. It may rescue you from the discomfort, embarrassment, medicines, and cost of a digestive disorder you might not even know you had. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to seek out and destroy (BOLD(ITALIC))The Enemy in your Cupboard.(BOLD(ITALIC))
The iconoclastic host of the PBS show Enjoying Wine with Mark Phillips, has been turning the wine world on its ear since it first aired. In his 2009 wave maker, Swallow This, Mark stirred things up even more to the delight of consumers. Now comes the second edition, and it's a doozy. Among its new material are topics such as how to "fix" wine if you don't like it; wine selection and pricing ratings for major retail chains' additional food and wine pairing guidelines; how global warming is significantly changing wine growing regions; and a list of restaurants with the best deals on wine in the major metros of every state. Mark offers a whole new approach to wine, which flies in the face of what has been traditionally taught and serves as a practical and empowering alternative. Witty, unique and never boring, Swallow This will change the way you think about wine.
You are going to join what!" That was my reaction to my son AJ's announcement that he intended to join the United States Marine Corps by going to recruit training at Parris Island.In "Letters to a Recruit", I wanted to help other parents understand and deal with the honorable decision their son or daughter has made. I decided, after permission from AJ, to share the actual letters that I sent to him at boot camp. He often times would write back and tell me how the letters would help him and his platoon during the tough aspects of training.
Moments in Time is a collection of poems that covers many diverse and philosophical issues of life: love, life, death and personal growth. It is my hope that as a reader you are able to connect with and relate to many of these poems. I hope you enjoy them.
2,856 vocabulary words are presented in alphabetical order, 12 per chapter. Each word is defined, explained, and used in an illustrative sentence (often a quotation from a celebrity or historical figure). Pronunciations and parts of speech are included. Word games and puzzles, for reinforcement, appear at the end of each chapter.
For in-this-way the God chose to love in action the orderedworld, so-that he gave the Son, the only-one-brought-into-being, in-order-that everyone who is having faith into him should not destroy away himself but should have enduring-age-kind-of life." The New Wine New Testament is a translation that aspires to allow the English reader to experience the New Testament as though reading in the original language of Greek. Those who discipline themselves to read this translation will be richly rewarded, having the chance to unearth most marvelous gems of insight, clarity, and understanding from the vast riches of the original New Testament. The New Wine New Testament is a culmination of the author's work in biblical Greek, having obtained a BA degree from Southwest Baptist University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and having worked in the language during his subsequent seventeen years as an ordained minister, devoting the last seven years to the writing of the translation itself.
FBI Agent Kenneth Malone is back with another case; first, late-model cars began driving themselves away, then, valuables began vanishing from locked rooms. The issue he faces is that the thief seems to have the ability to make himself invisible. The Impossibles is the second in a series including Brain Twister and Supermind written by the duo of Laurence Mark Janifer and Randall Philip Garrett under the pseudonym Mark Phillips.
In his ground-breaking book, Reinventing Communication, Mark Phillips shows how even the most mature organization can fail to deliver successful projects - and worse, how this can lead to an organization's demise. With clear examples, Mark reveals the underlying principles at work and introduces a revolutionary new technique for harnessing the power of communication to ensure long term success. For organizations of all sizes, this book changes the way we think about management and leadership. Mark makes his case by looking at teams and individuals that set out to deliver ambitious achievements in complex and challenging environments. We meet the leadership team that built the F-18 Super Hornet fighter jet, one of the US Navy's most successful programs. We discover the untraditional approach to risk used in building a new terminal at London's Heathrow airport. We draw lessons on corporate survival from the cat and mouse fight against IED's in Afghanistan, and are introduced to a website where online video gamers solved a critical piece of the AIDS puzzle using their gaming prowess. Reinventing Communication is about creating the conditions for performance and attaining long term success. Whether a start-up, a global enterprise or a government agency, this book shows us how to deliver ambitious achievements by getting communication right. It is a book that no manager, leader or innovator should be without.
(Music Instruction). Music notation is a language that has been developing for thousands of years; even the manner in which we read music today has been around for several centuries. In learning to read music, we encounter basic symbols for pitch, duration, and timing. As we advance, we learn about dynamics, expression, timbre, and even special effects. How to Read Music will introduce you to the basics, then provide more advanced information. As a final reward for all your hard work, you'll get a chance to play excerpts from three classic piano pieces. Topics include: pitch * rhythm * meter * special words and symbols * plus classical piano pieces by Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven.
The bestselling music guide - now updated and with a FREE DVD! Have you always wanted to learn to play guitar? Who wouldn't? Think of Jimi Hendrix wailing away on his Stratocaster. . . Chuck Berry duck-walking across the stage to "Johnny B. Goode". . .B.B. King making his "Lucille" cry the blues. No doubt about it—guitars are cool. Guitar For Dummies gives you everything a beginning or intermediate guitarist needs: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it, this book has it all—and you don't even need to know how to read music. Full of photo-illustrated exercises and songs you can play to practice the techniques discussed in each section, this step-by-step guitar guide will take you through the basics and beyond before you can say "Eric Clapton." Helps you choose the guitar and equipment that best fits your needs and budget Shows you how to build strength and dexterity while playing Teaches you to play in different styles, including rock, blues, folk, jazz, and classical Fully revised and updated, with an all-new interactive DVD packed with video and audio clips that help you learn, tune, and play along, Guitar For Dummies is the perfect introductory guide for any novice acoustic or electric guitar player. CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of the e-book file, but are available for download after purchase.
Enjoy quotes by and about the United States Marine Corps. This book makes a great gift for birthdays, Christmas, Marine Corps Birthday Celebration and graduating from Boot Camp.
Watch out Al Gore - this books takes liberals to task, challenging them on the beliefs that they hold dear. Man caused global warming is just one of the liberal myths debunked.
Brain Twister - follows the adventures of FBI agent Kenneth J. Malone as he attempts to unravel the machinations of a telepathic spy. How do you find a telepath to catch the first telepath? A fun piece of sci fi that features claims of immortality, mind-reading, spies and insanity. The Impossibles - In two words Im Possible. First, late-model cars began driving themselves away - with nobody at the wheel. Then, valuables began vanishing from locked rooms. It was a new kind of crime. Malone, was afraid it was a new kind of criminal, one who could disappear at will, walk through walls and thumb his nose at the police. Supermind - Malone investigates a series of incidents in which people make mistakes - sometimes minor, and sometimes major - that lead to disasters. It looks like a secret cabal of psis may be behind events, influencing the behavior of those involved. Are they? And if so, why? Malone must find out if it kills him - which is a very real possibility.
The bestselling guide now updated with video demonstrations and audio tracks online The guitar is one of the most versatile instruments in the world, which is why it's so appealing to musicians. Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition gives you everything a beginning or intermediate acoustic or electric guitarist needs: from buying a guitar to tuning it, playing it, and caring for it. Fully revised and updated, with online video and audio clips that help you learn and play along, you'll explore everything from simple chords and melodies to more challenging exercises that are designed to satisfy players of all levels. Additionally, new players can dive into the basics of guitar and accessory selection. Whether you prefer the cool sounds of the acoustic or the edgier tones of the electric, your guitar will get a lot of use as you play your way through the lessons presented in this integral book. But your journey doesn't stop at the last page! With an updated multimedia component, you have access to more than 80 online videos and 35 audio tracks that help build your talent. Play along with online videos and audio tracks to develop and reinforce your new skills Tune your guitar, change strings, and make simple repairs to keep your instrument in working order Choose the right guitar and equipment for your needs Explore numerous musical styles, including rock, blues, jazz, and country Guitar For Dummies, 4th Edition guides you in the development of your strumming talent—and who knows where that can take you!
Malone lives in a world where psionic powers exist. He must cope with these as well as an FBI Director who leaves Malone continually confused about his assignments. Now, Malone is investigating a series of incidents in which people make mistakes, some minor, and some major huge that lead to disasters. It looks as though a secret cabal of psis may be behind events but are they? What will he find when he faces the Supermind? Supermind The Impossibles is the third in a series including Brain Twister and The Impossibles written by the duo of Laurence Mark Janifer and Randall Philip Garrett under the pseudonym Mark Phillips.
Make your music come alive with this indispensable guitar guide There's no denying that guitar players have cachet. The guitar is an ever-present part of our collective musical heritage, and the sound can be sensual, aggressive, or a million things in between. Whether you're hoping to conquer Free Bird, Bourée, or Bolero Mallorquin, you need to learn to walk before you can run. Even once you can run, you need something to help you clear hurdles along the way. That's where Guitar All-In-One For Dummies, 2nd Edition, comes in. It's your complete compendium of guitar instruction, written in clear, concise For Dummies style. It covers everything from positioning and basic chords to guitar theory and playing styles, and even includes maintenance advice to keep your instrument sounding great. It's an amazing resource for newbies and veterans alike, and offers you the opportunity to stretch beyond your usual genre. Forge the sound of rock, blues, classical, and more Understand the music theory behind guitar mastery Express yourself through your own compositions Perform practice exercises for muscle memory and dexterity Guitar All-In-One For Dummies, 2nd Edition, includes access to audio tracks and instructional videos to guide you through the lessons and inspire you to play often, which is the number-one key to success. You get advice and instruction from some of the most respected guitar teachers in the business, plus online resources, for less than the cost of a single lesson. Guitar All-In-One For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is the key to bringing your music to life.
5-star review from Midwest Book Review: "There are better ways to present info than ten pound text books. "Conversations in Early American History 1492-1837: A Comprehensive Question and Answer Guide" is an exciting read on the history of America through an engrossing question and answer format that asks countless questions about America, its early days, colonial times, and the American Revolution. Utterly fascinating and educational in a quick-paced, easy-to-follow format, "Conversations in Early American History" is highly recommended reading.
This book takes a hard look at the important topics of the day such as; the war on terror, illegal immigration and more. Topics that liberals are continually on the wrong side on. A mixture of hard facts and irreverent satire make for an enjoyable read.
Mark Phillips (Bayside, NY), a former SAT Verbal instructor, has worked as an editor in the publishing field for more than 30 years. He is the author of seven books, including The Wizard of Oz Vocabulary Builder.
Mark Phillips has taught at Northwestern University, had worked as an editor in the publishing field for more than 30 years, and is the author of eight books. He resides in Bayside, NY.
FBI Agent Kenneth Malone is back with another case, this one involving a gang of car thieves that only steal Red 1972 Cadillacs. The only problem is that the thief, or thieves as the case may be, seem to have the ability to make themselves invisible. Of course that's impossible, isn't it? But with the help of the usual beautiful girl, Agent Boyd, and Queen Elizabeth I (Rose Thompson), Malone finds himself hot on the trail of the impossible. CLASSIC SCIENCE FICTION RESURRECTED FROM RANDALL GARRETT AND LAURENCE JANIFER WRITING AS MARK PHILLIPS
FBI Agent Kenneth Malone faces his toughest challenge yet, discovering why the government operates so inefficiently. Is it a plot by some mastermind operating out of the Kremlin? Or is it an even deeper conspiracy whose goal is to sow confusion and chaos throughout the world. Will Malone be able to find the cause of the mysterious psychic static causing the disruption? What will he find when he faces the Supermind? CLASSIC SCIENCE FICTION RESURRECTED FROM RANDALL GARRETT AND LAURENCE JANIFER WRITING AS MARK PHILLIPS
The Way is God's answer. It is the plan and purpose of God for our lives. It is salvation. It is life, abundant life, eternal life. It is the bottom line answers to our deepest questions and needs. Come let us walk the Way together.
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