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Religion: fact, or fiction? The chronicle of Creation, or the ramblings of a madman? If you've ever wondered what it's all about but can't bring yourself to actually read a bible, then this book is for you!With irreverent interpretations reflecting the modern, enlightened age we live in, this is the go-to book for when your sleep is rudely interrupted on Sunday mornings and you want some payback, but can never think of anything to question them with. Problem Solved!(You're welcome..!)

This is an incredibly detailed and accurate account of one man's experiences as a National Service soldier in the British army during the 1950's. From the early days as a new and inexperienced recruit who was somewhat reluctant to leave home, it follows his journey through basic training and then half way around the world to the battlefronts of the Korean War. On arrival in Korea he was assigned to the Counter Bombardment Troop, a division of the Royal Artillery and mobilised to the conflict zone. The seasons and battle conditions in Korea varied considerably during his time, including the ceasefire and ensuing tense standoff which is still present today. The author has written this book six decades after the events which makes the accuracy even more impressive. He has also been able to include some original photographs which add immense value to the historical record this book creates. This book is sure to bring back memories to anyone who was in Korea at the time, and will be of interest to the descendants of Korean War Veterans, as it tells the story of the day to day army life and not just the battles. This is an important part of the history of the Commonwealth and the United Nations and their efforts to maintain peace and order in the world, which does not always turn out the way it was intended. The efforts, suffering and sacrifices of the people involved in these events must not be forgotten.

Not even the imminent threat of a Japanese invasion can stop the notorious Lady Emily Gascoigne-Ridley from courting disaster - or even death - wherever she goes. When she decides to spend the winter of 1943 in Bexford North, simply to spite her relative, Annie Watson, she begins to wreak havoc in the villagers' lives. Within a week, she has the village in turmoil with her insinuations, her Russian Communist propaganda and her evil tale-bearing. When murder is discovered, Inspector Peters and his team do not have to search for the suspects - they are in bewildering abundance.

O-M-G, Om-inspired poetry? You heard right! Or maybe you didn't hear Written while in an altered state, this is as close to 'divine inspiration' as you can get without getting 'Out of This World' (gee, why does that sound somehow familiar?). Mantras just became a whole lot more useful! Here's hoping this pocket-sized poetry book finds its way into its your permanent (or impermanent) collection - and that Buddhists find a way to 'make it' in the West. There's only one Dalai Lama, but many ignorant Westerners. Don't spend hours contemplating the word 'Om', spend hours contemplating inspiration and insight from the word Om! Your mileage may vary - sorry, no refunds.

1944. King's Cross. The red light district of Sydney is alive with noise, bright lights, American soldiers on leave - and vice. Nearby, Annie Watson is hoping for a few days' vacation with her cousin, Monica Jeffrey. But when Annie intervenes to save an orphan girl, she is enmeshed in a murder conspiracy involving gangsters, drug addicts, thugs and prostitutes. Discovering the time and place of the arranged murder, Annie tries desperately, in her inimitable manner, to avert the tragedy. Unorthodox methods are called for, and Annie, as usual, is not afraid to use them.

'Finding Heraan' is a work of fiction about a young man, Ageres, who is tasked with delivering a powerful message. The task proves a lot harder than he expects. He is confronted with many challenges, not least the fact that many greet his message with disinterest!Finally, he finds the village of Heraan, and there, his message has a powerful impact. But the impact is not what he'd expected. And even after the message is delivered, he faces challenges and temptations that threaten to destroy the very truth-telling that his message has unleashed. It's an allegory, of course; a philosophical fable. We live in an increasingly diverse world, where differences of religion, race, gender, and even beliefs, threaten to create a cowering silence, or dangerous conflict. We need to find ways that we can genuinely speak to and hear each other, and 'Finding Heraan' gives an opportunity for readers to reflect on what those ways might look like.

Have you ever considered spirituality but decided you couldn't make sense of all the jargon? You're not alone. Why settle for 'New Age' when you don't understand the Age-Old?In this book, you'll discover real experiences and real insight - nothing fictional, or second-hand (except maybe this book one day). If you don't think (even slightly) differently after reading this book, either you're not thinking enough, or you didn't stop and think 'Why are we here?'To quote the original Matrix film, 'Free your mind'; discover possibilities you thought were impossible, when you already knew the Mission was Impossible. But this one doesn't come with popcorn!I'm not here to tell you to 'look within', or that 'the Kingdom of God is within', I'm here to tell you - look for God, because the delusion is to believe in nothing at all!

As a young man in Italy's Southern Calabria, Bruno Vartuli dreamed of starting a new life in a new land. On his arrival in Australia in the 1950s Bruno struggled to understand the language and culture, but with tremendous strength and perseverance he overcame each adversity and achieved amazing results. This personal story of assimilation and integration highlights the importance of equality in society and inspires us to embrace the differences between people with dignity and compassion.

Do you suffer from chronic pain?Are you sick of being told that nothing else can be done?Beyond Pain offers a practical and proven pain-management program by an award-winning physiotherapist, and teaches you step-by-step how to overcome your pain and reclaim your life. By drawing on his own personal journey through chronic pain, as well as those of his clients, Anjelo Ratnachandra offers a cutting-edge book that is both a fascinating read, and an empowering tool for change. 'After two surgeries, my surgeon said I would never run again. Thanks to this book, I am not only running, but also playing football with my son.' - Nalin, 36, cafe owner'Even easy things like going out became difficult. After reading this book, I finally understand my pain. My shoulder is stronger, I feel more confident, and now I can enjoy a night out.' - Sheena, 21, student'I injured my back at work, and suffered years of pain and depression. Within weeks of following the Beyond Pain program I was happier and healthier. I am working again and there is hope.' - Sandra, 52, injured worker'This book will be valuable not only to persons suffering from persistent pain but also to professionals seeking to understand pain coping.'- Professor Francis J. Keefe, PhD, Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, Professor of Medical Psychology, Director - Duke Pain Prevention and Treatment Research Program (Duke University Medical Center)Beyond Pain is a unique three-part book written by award-winning physiotherapist, Anjelo Ratnachandra. The first part takes you on Ratnachandra's own extraordinary journey of pain, suffering and recovery. An innocent victim of crime, having been caught in the crossfire of a vicious gang war, Ratnachandra uses his expertise in pain management to aid his recovery and achieve his dream of reaching Everest base camp. The second part offers his profound knowledge of pain and best-practice pain management, both as a medical professional and as a chronic pain sufferer. The third part is his successful program that, if followed correctly, has guaranteed benefit.

Universal Wisdom for the Golden Age is D. M. Langdon's second book. As with her first book, 'A Treatise on the Soul', D. M. Langdon reports she is not the author, merely the scribe. This will be immediately apparent to you, the reader, as you absorb the profound spiritual truths provided. D. M. Langdon is a Spiritualist Medium from Melbourne, Australia. The channelled wisdom compiled in this book has been received from two higher spiritual sources. The first source has provided the beautifully descriptive prose which conveys a biblical era. This poetic wisdom is seamlessly combined with the wisdom received from the second source, a universal visitor to Planet Earth from a spiritually advanced race of beings. This being is one of many who continue to visit Planet Earth to help positively influence mankind's choices. The combined wisdom channelled in this book is a beautiful blend of loving grace, spiritual truth, compassion and understanding. It is all about mankind's choices. Mankind is at the crossroads and we are all requested to awake from our slumber of apathy in order to survive the many changes that will challenge us in the coming decades. The book discusses mankind's collective responsibility for the devastation of Planet Earth, the impending changes to our solar system, and the many choices and tests mankind endures on the long journey of our souls, ever upwards, ever forwards, in our progression to the light. This book is a gift to mankind.

The premise of this book is that the role of government is to look to the well-being of the people and to maintain and improve the quality of the environment. In other words, government is animal husbandry and ecosystem management - it is applied biology. Following this line the author examines the physical and mental needs of human beings, including the special needs of children, and how governments might best provide for these needs. He then brings a biologist's eye to the requirements for a healthy society; crime and punishment; and gods and religion. The responsibility of governments as ecosystem managers is explored by examining the ability of the world to produce enough food to feed itself, both now and in the future: environmental problems and abuses that are and will limit food production, from both the land and the sea, are identified. Potential "e;nightmare scenarios"e; arising from global warming and climate change, population increase, acidic and oxygen-deficient oceans and the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria are examined.

Vicki Carlisle, a young woman with ambitions that stretch far beyond the confines of her father's prosperous ranch in the high country of southern Wyoming, writes the adventures of her suffragette-like character Evangeline and has them published in Quest & Quill. When Evangeline tackles two age-old taboos, all hell breaks loose in her hometown of Feather Ridge. The simultaneous arrival of Will Harrison, a young Montana rancher who takes up the temporary post of foreman while Vicki's father recuperates from injury, complicates her less than simple life. In need of a new direction after his own personal tragedy, Will finds passionate Vicki, her five beguiling sisters, a busy ranch and becoming embroiled in the town's upheaval much more than he bargained for. Rippling with mystery and intrigue, The Storyteller will deposit you squarely in Feather Ridge, a little town with a big secret, and won't let you leave until the storyteller has spun her final web of words. Vicki is a young woman who through the sheer exuberance of her imagination is prone to exaggeration. Will, being a steady young man who is realising that there is more to his life than what he's known, simply cannot resist her.

Charismatic entrepreneur Jack Stern loves nothing more than adventure tinged with mischief. On a journey to inspect his newly acquired business in Newburn, Jack chances upon a disillusioned priest, Fr Brendan O'Reilly, at a roadside cafe. Over dinner and drinks, Jack tricks Brendan into swapping identities. But when Brendan arrives in Newburn, he discovers the business he must run is a brothel! Meanwhile, Jack preaches radical theology in the inner sanctums of the Catholic Church. Chaos ensues when the ghost of a murdered priest reveals the Church's involvement in criminal black market activities. When Brendan and Jack investigate, they are pursued by an array of assassins, including an ancient demonic being. Together the silver fox and the priest are enmeshed in an action-packed cat and mouse game until the final, public showdown at St Pious Church.

France, 1879. The Marquis de Rays dreams of a utopian colony on a remote tropical island in Oceania north of Australia. He has never been to this place-a rain-drenched wilderness shadowed by mountains. Undaunted, he gathers investors, and hundreds of hopeful European battlers set out for the new world. In northern Italy, a young farmer, Matteo, convinces his wife, Rosa, that they should emigrate. Leaving him behind to sell their smallholding, she embarks with their baby on the Marquis' third expedition. Matteo follows later, only to discover his family are gone, there is no arable land, malaria is rife, and the captain commanding the colony is mad. Will Matteo find his Rosa and baby Angelo among other refugees who have fled to Sydney? And if he does, how will they begin again? The marquis, a historical character, destroyed the lives, hopes, and fortunes of many. In this compelling debut novel, survival and a fresh start may be the best his victims - the investors, adventurers and immigrants - can hope for. Although the novel is set in the nineteenth century, it touches on issues that have resonance in the twenty-first century - financial fraud, a loss of trust in once revered individuals and venerated institutions, refugee policy, and the perennial dreams of 'economic' migrants seeking a better life. In her research for this novel, Ziegler spent time in Conegliano (Italy), Marseille, and Barcelona, absorbing the atmosphere and detail of these places. Her great strength as a novelist is her ability to flesh out historical facts and fragments into a fully developed world inhabited by knowable and relatable characters.

The Trivia Quiz Book for Kids is the follow up to The Quiz Book for Kids and continues the pattern of asking fun, stimulating and challenging trivia questions to young people in the 10-16 age group.There are 500 Brand New questions to stimulate young people's thinking. The big difference in this book is that most of the questions come with a multiple choice format, a choice of four, three or two possible correct answers. There are a number of True/False questions too. There are still a number of questions that have no choices, but most of them-nearly 75% of all questions, offer a choice of some form.The Trivia Quiz Book for Kids can become a useful resource in classrooms and allows teachers to use it as a formal quiz book made up of teams and scoring, or used informally to gauge students' knowledge of a wide range of topics in each quiz.The Trivia Quiz Book for Kids contains: 20 full quizzes each with 25 questions. 500 NEW and different questions. Quizzes that have a mixture of easy, unusual, difficult and fun questions covering topics such as entertainment, sport, current events, science, maths, history and geography. Most of the questions (75%) offer a choice 2, 3 or 4 possibilities as the correct answer. There are also a number of True/False questions included. Answers to all questions. Photocopiable answer sheets for teams or individuals to play. About The Author Tom is a teacher with over 30 years' experience, especially in the senior primary level. He conducted many quizzes with his students over the years, either on a formal basis, or informally to challenge his students. This is his third quiz book aimed squarely at young people.

"Sharing Dharma", is the fourth book in a series that explores a secular western approach to Buddhism. It's title represents the move away from a single Dharma communicator who was responsible for the three previous books, "No Worries", "Talking Dharma" and "Sharing Dharma", towards an open sharing by those who engaged with and began putting into practice what they have learned and now share their own insights within the same context. This secular western approach continues to exemplify the idea that anyone who communicates the Dharma of the awakened mind of Buddha, is like the skeleton that points in the direction of the moon. They are not the moon individually or collectively.This book explores a wide range of Buddhist themes and topics that relate to the practical application of Dharma practice whilst living within a 21st century western culture. It aims to to eliminate the 'ism out of Buddhism and to align the teachings with current functional understandings within the scientific method of inquiry in order that the reader can undertake a personal inquiry from the perspective of simplicity and practicality without the hindrance of institutionalized religious dogma, unevidenced beliefs, superstitions, culturally biased world views, or anything that could be considered to be supernatural or paranormal. The secular western approach heralds a fourth reformation period of Buddhist history that aims to return to the basic simplicity of the original communication that was motivated to help human beings learn an effective method to move the mind away from worrying towards being at peace with itself, others and the world around it, for the benefit of all life forms.