Bøger af Joe Bailey

Originally published in 1975, this book brings to the attention of an important group of sociology-users some of the latest developments and insights of social theory at the time. The emphasis is on the value of theory in defining planning problems in sociologically conscious terms rather than in solving them.

Jack Barlow was a good man, good father, good husband, and good citizen. Learn what he decides to do when private ownership of firearms is outlawed. His decisions lead to desparate measures, heroic action and nation changing results. A story that changes minds and searches hearts.

At what point does a man take a stand? At what place is he willing to risk his family, his possessions and himself for what he values most? Is it when his pastor is arrested by illegal agents sent by a corrupt leader? Or when Godly men lose their lives for simply preaching the Word of God? The characters in this book are such men, men who value freedom above all.

Meditation is not a sterile practice that is done off to the side or in a dark room all by oneself, compartmentalized away from everyday life. Meditation is fundamentally about getting more out of life rather than less. Meditation teaches us to cultivate awareness, and with this awareness comes peace of mind, an objective perspective from which to face life's challenges, and an appreciation for all that life offers. This appreciation is a source of delight, humor, and creative flexibility. And it lets us enjoy fun all the more. If you can learn to meditate while you do what you love, your life will be filled with more joy, more energy, and more possibilities than you can imagine. Your life will be full of gratitude and meaning, vitality and purpose. Meditation will reinforce the sense of fun and positivity you already feel while doing your favorite activities. This idea-that meditation can be enjoyable and enrich what you love-is a gift that can be regiven every day. This book is about learning how to do what you love mindfully, fully present and alive. Let's meditate!

In 1970's Texas, Sanford Scroggins was big in size, influence and wealth. He was powerful and virtually untouchable. Ross Moore was a small man in size and possessions and influence. Scroggins wanted to rule the world. Moore came home from Vietnam to live in peace, to raise cattle, create belts, holsters and saddles out of leather.

Haiku, and those poems inspired by them, attempt to realize the essence of a moment simply, directly, and creatively. Haiku represent a beautiful combination of presence and transcendence, of wonder and realization, through the crystallization of an instant in time. With two hundred sixty haiku and haiku-inspired poems, Swaying Branches, Rustling Leaves offers insightful observations of everyday and uncommon moments presented with humor, joy, and clarity. Ranging from the traditional to flexible verse, this book explores the simple marvel and delight present in the world in and around us if we but look. Swaying Branches, Rustling Leaves is for those who wish to experience the heart of each instant that the mind may open and become still.

You don't have to do something extraordinary to live a life that is out of the ordinary.You don't have to sell all your things and cast aside all you have to lead an exciting, interesting life.You don't have to give up your home to travel around the world, exploring life in all its mysteries.You don't have to spend a ton of money to have fun and lead an adventurous life.There is a middle ground you can take between your level of comfort and your desired level of adventure. You have but to find it.There is beauty and wonder, excitement and opportunity all around us if we but look.And act.This book is about opening our eyes to the possible.And making it real.One small adventure at a time.Filled with idea starters for adventure, advice on how to make your life richer and full of interest, and things to do when you don't know where to start, Living a Life of Everyday Adventure will help you get the most out of every day and create a life worth living.

In the darkness of an early fall morning a group of heavily armed men, who wore dark clothes with no identifying marks, broke down the front door of the remote ranch home of Mark and Charlotte Barlow. Charlotte, thinking it was a home invasion, met the intruders and attempted to defend her home and two children. The men were actually a local SWAT team, sent on illegal orders to "red flag" the Barlow family. During the fray, Charlotte Barlow was wounded and Jake. her three year old son was killed. The "no knock" warrant was based on the lies of a wealthy neighbor who wanted to buy the Barlow ranch. And, when Mark refused to sell, the neighbor filed false charges and then called upon the county judge and sheriff whom he had contributed money to their political campaigns. These illegal action reverberated across a two state area and brought on the wrath of mark Barlow's brothers John and Luke. Their actions fill this book and bring justice to the evil doers.

Doug Bentley lost his daughters to a school shooter, the son of a billionaire, who gets to spend only two years in a posh mental hospital. And, an hour later, Doug lost his wife to two illegal aliens driving a utility truck under the influence of drugs. They too, avoid punishment and are pardoned by a liberal president. Two years later, Doug joins forces with Jed Olsen, whose family is murdered by drug couriers, who are never caught. Follow Doug and Jed as they pursue justice for their lost families and set out Trailing Justice.

Billy Bidley is just a normal boy going to school, when all of a sudden he gets abducted by aliens! What will he do to return back home?

A comprehensive account of basic formations such as industrial structure, social stratification and gender, with a comparative analysis of how Western Europe compares on issues such as education, crime, and policing. In the LONGMAN SOCIOLOGY series.