The Pleasures of God: Meditations on God's Delight in Being God By John Piper
2000 | 396 Pages | ISBN: 1576736652 | EPUB | 2 MB
Isn't it true--we really don't know someone until we understand what makes that person happy? And so it is with God!What does bring delight to the happiest Being in the universe? John Piper writes, that it's only when we know what makes God glad that we'll know the greatness of His glory. Therefore, we must comprehend "the pleasures of God."Unlike so much of what is written today, this is not a book about us. It is about the One we were made for-God Himself. In this theological masterpiece-chosen by World Magazine as one of the 20th Century's top 100 books, John Piper reveals the biblical evidence to help us see and savor what the pleasures of God show us about Him. Then we will be able to drink deeply--and satisfyingly-- from the only well that offers living water.What followers of Jesus need now, more than anything else, is to know and love-behold and embrace-the great, glorious, sovereign, happy God of the Bible.

Carolina López-Ruiz, Brian R. Doak, "The Oxford Handbook of the Phoenician and Punic Mediterranean"
English | 2019 | ISBN: 0190499346 | 786 pages | EPUB | 7.9 MB
The Phoenicians created the Mediterranean world as we know it-yet they remain a shadowy and poorly understood group. The academic study of the Phoenicians has come to an important crossroads; the field has grown in sheer content, sophistication of analysis, and diversity of interpretation, and we now need a current overview of where the study of these ancient seafarers and craftsman stands and where it is going. Moreover, the field of Phoenician studies is particularly fragmented and scattered. While there is growing interest in all things Phoenician and Punic, the latest advances are mostly published in specialized journals and conference volumes in a plethora of languages. This Handbook is the first of its type to appear in over two decades, and the first ever to appear in English. In these chapters, written by a wide range of prominent and promising scholars from across Europe, North America, Australia, and the Mediterranean world, readers will find summary studies on key historical moments (such as the history of Carthage), areas of culture (organized around language, religion, and material culture), regional studies and areas of contact (spanning from the Levant and the Aegean to Iberia and North Africa), and the reception of the Phoenicians as an idea, entangled with the formation of other cultural identities, both ancient and modern.

The International Society Tradition: From Hugo Grotius to Hedley Bull
English | 2021 | ISBN: 3030770176 | 193 Pages | PDF EPUB | 2 MB
This book traces the development of the international society tradition from its origins in Grotius' On the Law of War and Peace to its crystallization in Bull's The Anarchical Society. It follows the idea of sociability among peoples as it was presented by Grotius and substantiated by Pufendorf, through the skepticism of Voltaire and Kant, to emerge as humanitarian warfare and human rights in the international liberal movement, 'world society' in the 20th century Catholic revival, and common practices and social understandings in the English School in the period of disciplinary development in international relations after the Second World War.

The Intelligence Trap: Why smart people do stupid things and how to make wiser decisions By David Robson
2019 | 352 Pages | ISBN: 1473669839 | EPUB | 2 MB
A startling, provocative and potently useful book' Sunday TimesInstant Evening Standard bestseller'As a rule, I have found that the greater brain a man has, and the better he is educated, the easier it has been to mystify him,' Houdini to Arthur Conan DoyleSmart people are not only just as prone to making mistakes as everyone else-they may be even more susceptible to them. This is the "intelligence trap," the subject of David Robson's fascinating and provocative debut.Packed with cutting-edge research, historical case studies, entertaining stories, and practical advice, The Intelligence Trap explores the flaws in our understanding of intelligence and expertise, and reveals the ways that even the brightest minds and talented organizations can backfire - from some of Thomas Edison's worst ideas to failures at NASA, Nokia, and the FBI. With a knack for explaining complex ideas and featuring timeless lessons from Socrates to Benjamin Franklin to Richard Feynman and the latest behavioral science, Robson shows how to build a cognitive toolkit to avoid mistakes and protect ourselves from misinformation and fake news.

The Hybrid Teacher: Using Technology to Teach In Person and Online by Emma Pass
English | July 22nd, 2021 | ISBN: 1119789850 | 320 pages | True EPUB | 30.85 MB
A practical,educational technologyresource for educators teaching remotelyorin the classroom

The Historical Buddha: The Times, Life and Teachings of the Founder of Buddhism By Hans Wolfgang Schumann
2004 | 274 Pages | ISBN: 8120818172 | PDF | 8 MB
This comprehensive biography, originally published in Germany in 1982, examines the social, religious and political conditions that gave rise to Buddhism as we now know it. It explores the spiritual traditions from which Buddha broke away and places his teachings and influence in a thoroughly researched historical context.

The Healthy Back Deck: 50 Simple Techniques for a Pain-free Back by Olivia H. Miller, Beverly Biondi
English | June 15th, 2010 | ISBN: 0811861228 | 50 pages | True EPUB | 3.00 MB
Olivia H. Miller provides the ultimate resource for a lasting end to back pain with this deck of 50 stretches, movements, and meditations. Designed with an eye toward restoration and repair (as well as maintenance) each illustrated card is packed with step-by-step guidance and informative tips on technique and basic back care.

Dee MacDonald, "The Golden Oldies Guesthouse: The perfect feel good novel about second chances!"
English | 2019 | ISBN: 1786817306 | 332 pages | EPUB | 0.317 MB
'Dee MacDonald's books are so heart-warming. They make you laugh-out-loud one minute, and then have you crying the next... they're really emotional and tug at the heart strings but are fun, life-affirming reads!' Stardust Book ReviewsTess and Simon Sparrow may have a few more grey hairs and wrinkles than they used to, but that doesn't stop them being swept up in a whirlwind romance and starting over again. Swapping their city lives for an escape to the countryside, they fall in love with a crumbling hotel and impulsively buy it as their forever home to grow old in together...Renovating the glorious, wisteria-clad property on the gorgeous cliff-tops of Cornwall was meant to be a delightful retirement project. But the dream soon turns into reality and practical Tess and optimist Simon are faced with leaky bathrooms, creaky stairs and a roof that's just about holding up.Running out of money fast, the couple decide to rent out a few rooms to save their new home.Along come mysterious Celia, hapless romantic Benedict and tarnished, lovelorn actress Titania - all looking for a fresh start. Everyone in this eclectic group has their own reasons for being in Cornwall and across the summer they each go on a journey of self-discovery at The Golden Oldies Guesthouse as they realise there is still plenty of time for love, life, friendship... and a few unexpected surprises.From the bestselling author of The Runaway Wife and The Silver Ladies of Penny Lane, this is a completely uplifting page-turner about embracing new friendships, finding love and making each day count. Perfect for fans of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement Village.What readers are loving The Golden Oldies Guesthouse:'Five golden starsfor Dee McDonald's latest... charming...The Golden Oldies Guesthousefeatures humor with a deft touch, charm, fun, love and romance...' Jena Books, 5 stars'Utterly charming!... It's gentle, humorous, heart-warmingand packed full of characters that you will remember long after the book is finished. I adored every word and my only complaint is that the story ended!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'Laugh out loud funny!!Such a light and charmingbook!! If you need a feel good, keeps your attention book then pick this one up!' Goodreads Reviewer'Absolutely loved everything about this book. It was charming and fun. I loved the characters and settings. Will be recommending.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars'Loved this book, the characters,the setting. A really special read one I didn't want to end. I will be recommendingthis special read.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars'I loved every word of this delightful book! I fell in lovewith the story, the setting and the characters - what a fun placethis be for a get-away!'Meanderings and Muses'A hilarious romp... larger than life characters...Told as only Dee Macdonald can tell these stories of 'older folk' having another swipe at life and all that follows this book is funny, heart-warming, makes you feel good... a joy to read... 10/10.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

The Diaspora of Belonging: Gentrification, Systems of Oppression, and Why Our Cities Are Out of Place by Jay Sharma
English | December 8, 2020 | ISBN: 1636765653 | EPUB | 402 pages | 10.2 MB
We know racism is entrenched in our systems and institutions, but what about our cities and public spaces?

The Cambridge Companion to Tolstoy By Donna Tussing Orwin (Editor)
2005 | 288 Pages | ISBN: 0521520002 | EPUB | 1 MB

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