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Dabo's Dynasty: Clemson's Rise to College Football Supremacy (Sports)
By Tom Rinaldi, Larry Williams. 2019
From the beginning of the season, Dabo Swinney's rallying cry was "joy." Each week for opponents, though, was another joyless…
occasion against a big orange machine that found its high gear midseason. The results shook the foundation of college football. In 2015 and 2016, the Tigers needed to bring their own guts to achieve great things. In Swinney's tenth season, they brought their own sledgehammers. Larry Williams, who has covered Clemson and Swinney since 2004, unearths revealing anecdotes from Dabo's tenure and shares how a season dominated by Alabama hype ended up overwhelmed by a Clemson tide.This book explores how recent football fiction has negotiated the decisive political developments in English football after the 1989 90…
publication of the Taylor Report A direct response to the 1989 Hillsborough Disaster and growing concerns of hooliganism the Taylor Report suggested a number of measures for stricter regulation of fan crowds In consequence stadiums in the top divisions were turned into all-seated venues and were put under CCTV surveillance The implementation of these measures reduced violent incidents drastically but it also led to an unparalleled increase in ticket prices which in turn significantly altered the demographics of the crowd This development which also enabled football s entry into other mainstream cultural forms changed the game decisively Piskurek traces patterns across prose and film to detect how these fictions have responded to the changed circumstances of post-Taylor football Lending a cultural lens to these political changes this book is pioneering in its analysis of football fiction as a whole offering a fresh perspective to a range of scholars and students interested in cultural studies sociology leisure and politicsReligion, Politics, And Globalization: Anthropological Approaches (Berghahn Ser.)
By Galina, Don Handelman. 2013
While social scientists, beginning with Weber, envisioned a secularized world, religion today is forthrightly becoming a defining feature of life…
all around the globe. The complex connections between religion and politics, and the ways in which globalization shapes these processes, are central themes explored in this volume by leading scholars in the field of religion. Does the holism of numerous past and present day cosmologies mean that religions with their holistic orientations are integral to human existence? What happens when political ideologies and projects are framed as transcendental truths and justified by Divine authority? How are individual and collective identities shaped by religious rhetoric, and what are the consequences? Can mass murder, deemed terrorism, be understood as a form of ritual sacrifice, and if so, what are the implications for our sensibilities and practices as scholars and citizens? Using empirical material, from historical analyses of established religions to the everyday strife of marginalized groups such as migrants and dissident movements, this volume deepens the understanding of processes that shape the contemporary world.All the Best, George Bush: My Life in Letters and Other Writings
By George H.W. Bush. 2013
Former President George H.W. Bush, revealed through his letters and writings from 1941 to 2010, is "worth its weight in…
gold...a valuable update of the life of an honorable American leader" (The Washington Post)."Who knew that beneath George Bush's buttoned-up propriety pulsed the warm heart of a prolific and occasionally poetic writer with a wacky sense of humor?" (People) Though reticent in public, George Bush openly shared his private thoughts in correspondence throughout his life. This collection of letters, diary entries, and memos is the closest we'll ever get to his autobiography.Organized chronologically, readers will gain insights into Bush's career highlights--the oil business, his two terms in Congress, his ambassadorship to the UN, his service as an envoy to China, his tenure with the Central Intelligence Agency, and of course, the vice presidency, the presidency, and the post-presidency. They will also observe a devoted husband, father, and American. Ranging from a love letter to Barbara and a letter to his mother about missing his daughter, Robin, after her death from leukemia to a letter to his children written just before the beginning of Desert Storm, this collection is remarkable for Bush's candor, humor, and poignancy. "An unusual glimpse of the private thoughts of a public figure" (Newsweek), this revised edition includes new letters and photographs that highlight the Bush family's enduring legacy, including letters that cover George W. Bush's presidency, 9/11, Bush senior's work with President Clinton to help the victims of natural disasters, and the meaning of friendship and family. All the Best, George Bush "will shed more light on the man's personal character and public persona than any memoir or biography could" (Publishers Weekly).How To Practice: The Way to a Meaningful Life
By Jeffrey Hopkins, His Holiness Dalai Lama. 2002
As human beings, we possess one common desire: the need for happiness and a meaningful life. According to His Holiness…
the Dalai Lama, the ability to find true fulfillment lies within each of us. Now, the spiritual and temporal leader of Tibet, Nobel Prize winner, and bestselling author helps readers begin the path to enlightenment in a very special book -- an easy-access reference for daily practice as well as stunning illumination of the timeless wisdom of His Holiness. How to Practice will guide you toward opening your heart, refraining from doing harm, maintaining mental tranquility, and more. Divided into a series of distinct steps that will lead spiritual seekers of all faiths toward enlightenment, this accessible book is a constant and daily companion in the quest to practice morality, meditation, and wisdom. The Dalai Lama shows us how to overcome our everyday obstacles, from feelings of anger and mistrust to jealousy, insecurity, and counterproductive thinking. Imbued with His Holiness' vivacious spirit and sense of playfulness, How to Practice offers the Dalai Lama's own sage and very practical insight into the human psyche and what binds us all together.Juntos hicimos historia
By Tatiana Clouthier. 2019
Un libro que consigna, en primera persona, lo que Tatiana Clouthier vio, vivió y creó en la campaña presidencial 2018…
de Andrés Manuel López Obrador. No me canso de agradecer a la vida el haberme puesto ante este reto histórico: ser una más para cambiar a México por la vía pacífica y democrática. En este texto comparto cómo viví estos cerca de 150 días, entre cansancio, alegría, tensiones y miedos. Además, muestro el proceso que seguí, en donde expreso cómo di la cara. Y tal vez porque fue una experiencia personal fui capaz de invitar a otros a hacer lo mismo. -Tatiana ClouthierGod of the Big Bang: How Modern Science Affirms the Creator
By PhD Leslie Wickman. 2015
Hitler’s Wartime Conversations: His Personal Thoughts as Recorded by Martin Bormann
By Bob Carruthers. 2018
After dinner at the Wolfs Lair it was Hitlers custom to retire to his private quarters where Hitler and his…
entourage often listened to gramophone records of Beethoven symphonies, selections from Wagner while Hitler would hold forth with lengthy and rambling monologues touching on a wide variety of subjects. Hitler was invariably joined by Keitel and his two secretaries, also present was Martin Bormann who decided to commission a recording of Hitlers words for posterity.Left for Dead: My Journey Home from Everest
By Beck Weathers. 2000
I am neither churchly nor a particularly spiritual person, but I can tell you that some force within me rejected…
death at the last moment and then guided me, blind and stumbling--quite literally a dead man walking--into camp and the shaky start of my return to life. On May 10, 1996, nine climbers perished in a blizzard high on Mount Everest, the single deadliest day ever on the peak. The following day, one of those victims was given a second chance. His name was Beck Weathers.The tale of Dr. Seaborn Beck Weathers's miraculous awakening from a deep hypothermic coma was widely reported. But the hidden story of what led the pathologist to Everest in the first place, and his painful recovery after his dramatic rescue, has not been told until now. Brilliant and gregarious, Weathers discovered in his thirties that mountain climbing helped him cope with the black dog of depression that had shadowed him since college. But the self-prescribed therapy came at a steep cost: estrangement from his wife, Peach, and their two children. By the time he embarked for Everest, his home life had all but disintegrated. Yet when he was reported dead after lying exposed on the mountain for eighteen hours in subzero weather, it was Peach who orchestrated the daring rescue that brought her husband home. Only then, facing months of surgery and the loss of his hands, did Beck Weathers also begin to face himself, his family, his past and uncertain future. Told in Beck Weathers's inimitably direct and engaging voice--with frequent commentary from Peach, their family, their friends and others involved in this unique journey--Left for Dead shows how one man's drive to conquer the most daunting physical challenges ultimately forced him to confront greater challenges within himself. Framed by breathtaking accounts of his near death and resurrection, and of his slow and agonizing physical and emotional recovery, Left for Dead offers a fascinating look at the seductive danger of extreme sports, as in rapid succession a seemingly unstoppable Weathers attacks McKinley, Elbrus, Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro--before fate stops him cold, high in the Death Zone of the world's tallest peak. Full of deep insight and warm humor, Left for Dead tells the story of a man, a marriage and a family that survived the unsurvivable. Candid and uncompromising, it is a deeply compelling saga of crisis and change, and of the abiding power of love and family--a story few readers will soon forget.El mundo tal y como es: Cambiar el mundo desde el ala oeste
By Ben Rhodes. 2019
¿Qué deseas saber sobre el ala oeste de la Casa blanca? Todas las crisis internacionales de la presidencia de Obama…
contadas desde dentro. Ben Rhodes era un aspirante a escritor que empezó a redactar discursos para un joven senador con ambiciones presidenciales en 2006. Salió de la casa Blanca diez años más tarde, tras haber vivido en primera línea de la política internacional toda la convulsa presidencia de Barack Obama. Escrita con un gran talento narrativo, esta obra es el extraordinario retrato de un político extraordinario, así como la crónica de ocho años en los que un grupo de jóvenes brillantes intentó cambiar el mundo para acabar descubriendo lo resistente que es. Rhodes cuenta algunos de los momentos más conmovedores, tensos e importantes de la administración Obama: la captura de Bin Laden, la respuesta a la Primavera Árabe, el acuerdo nuclear con Irán, las negociaciones secretas con el gobierno cubano para normalizar las relaciones, y la confrontación del resurgimiento del nacionalismo y el nativismo que culminaron con la elección de Donald Trump. A la espera de las memorias de Obama, este es sin duda el mejor libro sobre aquellos años. Reseñas:«El mundo tal y como es es una clásica historia de maduración, de un viaje del idealismo al realismo, narrado con franqueza e inmediatez. No es un libro de política pesado. Hay una cantidad inimaginable de anécdotas que ilustran sin escandalizar.»Joe Klein, The New York Times Book Review «En El mundo tal y como es, Rhodes no muestra ningún signo del amargo desencanto con el que George Stephanopoulos retrató a Bill Clinton, ni la ironía que empapaba el relato con el que Peggy Noonan describió a Ronald Reagan. Más que cualquier otro memorista de la Casa blanca, Rhodes es una creación del hombre al que sirvió. Esta obraes la visión más cercana de Obama que probablemente tendremos hasta que el expresidente publique sus propias memorias.»George Packer, The New Yorker «El mundo tal y como es empieza y termina con la reacción de Obama ante la elección de Donald Trump. Durante el libro, se relatan acontecimientos de alcance internacional en una cronología íntima y extremadamente informativa.»Karl Vick, Time «Ben Rhodes es una de las mentes más brillantes y uno de los escritores más formidables que jamás he conocido. En El mundo tal y como es, no solo te invita a entrar en el despacho de Obama para presenciar los momentos más clave de su presidencia, sino que te captiva con el viaje de un joven idealista que se convierte en el consejero y amigo más cercano del presidente. Es un viaje que tanto cínicos como simpatizantes encontrarán cautivador a la vez que optimista.»Jon FavreauContesting the Theological Foundations of Islamism and Violent Extremism (Middle East Today)
By Zuleyha Keskin, Fethi Mansouri. 2019
This edited volume discusses critically discursive claims about the theological foundations connecting Islam to certain manifestations of violent extremism. Such…
claims and associated debates become even more polarizing when images of violent acts of terrorism performed in the name of Islam circulate in the global media. The authors argue that the visibility of such mediated violent extremism, in particular since the emergence of ISIS, has created a major political and security challenge not only to the world but also to the global Muslim community. This is particularly true in relation to the way Islam is being understood and characterized in the modern world. Existing studies on radicalization generally deal with causes and strategies to address violent extremism. The book will appeal to scholars, researchers and students in political science, Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies.Lincoln's Confidant: The Life of Noah Brooks (The Knox College Lincoln Studies Center)
By Rodney O Davis, Douglas L Wilson, Wayne C Temple. 2019
Acclaimed as one of the great Lincoln scholars, Wayne C. Temple offers the long-awaited first biography of Noah Brooks, the…
influential Illinois journalist who championed Abraham Lincoln in state politics and became his almost daily companion during the Civil War. Best remembered as one of the president's few true intimates, Brooks was also a nationally recognized man of letters who mingled with the likes of Mark Twain and Bret Harte. Temple draws on archives and papers long thought lost to re-create Brooks's colorful life and relationship with Lincoln. Brooks's closeness to the president made him privy to Lincoln's thoughts on everything from literature to spirituality. Their frank conversations contributed to the wealth of journalism and personal observations that still make Brooks a much-quoted source for biographers, historians, and Lincoln aficionados. A grand history and unparalleled scholarly resource, Lincoln's Confidant is the story of an extraordinary friendship by one of the giants of Lincoln scholarship.The Righteous and the relationship with Yahweh
By Aldivan Teixeira Torres. 2016
This tale brings practical advice in the relation with the father and encourages the optimism and the perseverance. If you…
is in a difficult moment ,this is the best time to read it and to restart the hopes.The World's Greatest Book: The Story of How the Bible Came to Be
By Lawrence H. Schiffman, Jerry Pattengale, Museum of the Bible Books. 2017
Welcome to the Fascinating Story of How We Got The World’s Greatest Book—The Bible. It is a captivating story that…
includes a little bit of everything: adventure and violence, mystery and bravery, and dumb luck or divine intervention—depending on your point of view. How in the world did we get this book that some people swear by—and other people swear at? You don’t have to be a skeptic to have a grocery list of questions about the formation of the Bible, such as: —Who wrote these documents and when? —How were these ancient writings transmitted through the ages? —As scribes made copies of copies, didn’t they make mistakes that caused the ancient writings to be changed and corrupted? —How was it decided which writings would be included in the Bible? —What are the Dead Sea Scrolls, and why are archaeological finds like these such a big deal? Devoted people dedicated their lives throughout time to put this unique book into the hands of people worldwide. Retrace the passion and intrigue behind the Bible’s creation.The World Jesus Knew: Life, Politics, and Culture in Judea and Around the World
By Randy Southern, Museum of the Bible Books, Seth Polinger. 2017
Jesus lived in a time of great tension and upheaval. It is estimated there were approximately 700,000 Jews then living…
in Israel under the Roman occupation. Discover the complexities of life in a tiny Nazereth village. Compelling narrative brings to light the rapidily developing cultures throughout the world. The World Jesus Knew immerses the modern reader in the worldwide drama of the first century and depicts an era of global conquest and domination.The World David Knew: Connecting the Vast Ancient World to Israel's Great King
By Randy Southern, Leonard Greenspoon, Museum of the Bible Books. 2017
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE CAPTIVATING WORLD OF 1000 BC AS EVERYONE WATCHES THE SMALL NATION OF ISRAEL MAKE ITS NEXT…
MOVE AFTER THE DEATH OF ITS BELOVED KING DAVID. Shepherd. Warrior. King. Psalmist. Father. Fugitive. Hero. Villain. No single word is sufficient to encompass Israel's King David. The World David Knew offers a snapshot of life during this key period in the nation's history. The World David Knew provides you with vivid details of life in 1000 BC, including elements of numerous cultures around the world. Hold your breath as some of the biggest political power shifts in history are made. Celebrate along with the people of Israel as they go to weddings and holiday feasts. Understand how nations traded goods, services, and money. What will the future hold for the nation of Israel, and the greater world?Los Nuevos Peregrinos: Como Los Inmigrantes Estan Renovando la Fe y los Valores de los Estados Unidos
By Ed. D., Joseph Castleberry. 2015
The New Pilgrims: How Immigrants are Renewing America's Faith and Values
By Ed D, Joseph Castleberry. 2015
In 1492 Christopher Columbus bore a secret agenda as he set out with his tiny fleet to discover a New…
World. The startling truth? Columbus himself was a Jew! And he sought a new home for his persecuted Jewish kin to escape King Ferdinand's and Queen Isabella's newly wrought Spanish Inquisition.Contemporary Religions in China (Religions in Focus)
By Shawn Arthur. 2019
Folk and popular religion is a very significant part of Chinese religious life, especially in rural areas. Contemporary Religions in…
China focuses on the religious activities of the lay people of contemporary China and their ideas of what it means to be "religious" and to practice "religion". Throughout, the discussion is illustrated with case studies, textboxes, images, thought questions, and further reading, which help to capture what religion is like, how and why it is practiced, and what ‘religion’ means for everyday people across China in the twenty-first century. Contemporary Religions in China is an ideal introduction to religion in China for undergraduate students of religion, Chinese studies, and anthropology.Tread Lightly: Form Footwear and the Quest for Injury-Free Running
By Bill Katovsky, Peter Larson. 2012
Praise for the work of Peter Larson "Larson presents a wealth of balanced info on the raging debate over proper…
running form and minimalist running shoes." --Erin Beresini, Outside Online "Peter Larson is both a scientist and a realist when it comes to running shoes, and that's a good combination." --Amby Burfoot, Peak Performance Blog, Runner's WorldHumans evolved over the millennia to become one of the most exceptional distance-running species on Earth. So why are injuries so common? Are our shoes to blame, or is it a question of running form, training, or poor diet? In this groundbreaking book, Peter Larson and Bill Katovsky explore the reasons why runners experience injuries and offer potential solutions to the current epidemic of running-related injuries. Their findings, gleaned from research studies and conversations with leading footwear scientists, biomechanical experts, coaches, podiatrists, physical therapists, and competitive runners, are informative and enlightening. Topics include:How modern runners differ from their ancestorsWhy repetitive stress causes most injuries, and how runners can safely reduce their occurrenceThe pros and cons of barefoot runningWhy it's time to move beyond the pronation-control paradigm with running shoesHow certain running-form flaws might increase injury riskHow footwear has evolved over the past 10,000 yearsThe recreational runnerWhy running shoes are not inherently evilTread Lightly is a highly readable, multifaceted investigation of running--past and present, with a hopeful look to the future.