Power story

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Power of the Sword is the story of an intense sibling rivalry in war-torn South Africa from bestselling author, Wilbur Smith. They were half-brothers, raised in different worlds in the same country, and destined to be lifelong enemies. Manfred De La Ray and Shasa Courtney, sons of Centaine de Thiry, were blood enemies from their very first boyhood encounter. Caught up in the tumult of South Africa's history through two decades, they found themselves adversaries in an age-old war of savagery to seize the sword of power in their land. This astonishing story sweeps from the teeming goldfields of the highland to the secret citadels of Afrikaaner power, from the clamouring stadiums of Hitler's Berlin Olympics to the raging war over Abyssinia. Format:Paperback Pages:624

The Astonishing Power of Story by Justin Cohen An American president watches a Hollywood movie about nuclear war, later he signs a treaty ordering the destruction of nearly 3 000 weapons of mass destruction. He claims the made-up story changed his mind about nuclear policy. A CEO tells a two-minute anecdote about Pavarotti that overhauls customer service. A man alters his personal story and changes his destiny. Taking you on an inspirational journey from the birth of humankind to the present, Justin Cohen shows how stories have driven the explosive speed of human progress and how you can use their power to change your life, your organisation and maybe even the world. “The best book on the power of story out there. There’s the theory, there’s the practice but above all Justin tells a fascinating story.” Scott Friedman, Past President, National Speakers Association (USA) “A must for every leader.” Brian Chernett, Founder and Executive Chairman, The Academy for Chief Executives, (UK)

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days A book sits abandoned on a living room shelf. While the Blossburn family happily gets on with other things like watching TV and playing video games, the book aches to be read. The longer it sits abandoned, the more it aches. At last the book can't take it any longer. Slowly it starts to swell. Then it starts to leak! At first it's only a small trickle, but eventually the Blossburns can no longer ignore the octopus, crabs and other marine life that are swirling around their suburban home. And when pirates sail out of the book, the family must band together to reclaim their living room. Can J.J. and his parents find a way to get the characters back in the book? And in the process, will they discover that sometimes books are the best fun of all? The Leaky Story is an action-packed adventure into the wonderful world of books, the power of the imagination, the art of storytelling and the importance of family. Features Summary This abandoned book refuses to be ignored! The Leaky Story is an action-packed adventure into the power of the imagination, the magic of books, and the importance of family. Author Devon Sillett (Author), Anil Tortop (Illustrator) Publisher Exisle Publishing Release date 20170329 Pages 32 ISBN 1-925335-39-9 ISBN 13 978-1-925335-39-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days Advocate Thuli Madonsela has achieved in her seven years as Public Protector what few accomplish in a lifetime; her legacy and contribution cannot be over-stated. In her final days in office she compiled the explosive State Capture report and, before that, the report on President Jacob Zuma's Nkandla residence. Praised and vilified in equal measures, Madonsela has frequently found herself at centre stage in the increasingly fractious South African political scene. Yet, despite the intense media scrutiny, Madonsela remains something of an enigma. Who is this soft-spoken woman who stood up to state corruption? Where did she develop her views and resolve? This book attempts to answer these questions, and others, by exploring many aspects of Madonsela's life: her childhood years and family, her involvement in student politics, her contribution to the constitution, her life in law. Madonsela once described her role as Public Protector as being akin to that of the Venda traditional spiritual female leader, the Makhadzi, who whispers truth to the ruler. When the sounds of the exchanges between the ruler and the Makhadzi grow loud, Madonsela said, that is when the whispering has failed. No Longer Whispering to Power is about Thuli Madonsela's tenure as Public Protector, during which the whisper grew into a cry. It is the story of the South African people's attempt to hold power to account through the Office of the Public Protector. More significantly, this important book stands as a record of the crucial work Madonsela has done, always acting without fear or favour. Features Summary Advocate Thuli Madonsela has achieved in her seven years as Public Protector what few accomplish in a lifetime; her legacy and contribution cannot be over-stated... Author Thandeka Gqubule Publisher Jonathan Ball Publishers SA Release date 20181017 ISBN 1-86842-938-5 ISBN 13 978-1-86842-938-7

A Symphony of Power - The Eskom Story By: S.R. Conradie & L.J.M. Messerschmidt A first edition hardcover published by Chris Van Rensburg in 2000 Brown cover boards with gold writing to the spine & front cover, binding is tight & strong, no marks or inscriptions, dustjacket is complete clean & bright. Packaging and Postage within South Africa will be R100 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postal Quotation **ABE**

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(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) King Power Stadium, countdown to kick off. Out on the pitch a lone brass player sounds the haunting Post Horn Gallop, for 80 years the home players' entrance tune. Spines tingle. Air is gulped into opposition lungs. Game time, time to begin the chase. Burning fox eyes peer down from between the decks of one of the stands. On the stadium's outside wall a royal blue LCD display says #Fearless. Welcome to Leicester City. They were always a club with a difference but in 2015-16 they created a story that in modern football stands unique. Who could believe it: from relegation certainties to champions of England? It was when, on behalf of every small club, dreams were hunted at the King Power, a season where the impossible became merely quarry. 5,000-1 shots when the campaign started, Leicester's transformation has been remarkable. This is the most incredible cast of written-offs, grafters, misfits and journeymen, coming together in a special time and place to simultaneously have the season of their lives. Fearless will document Leicester's hunt of their impossible dream. It will tell the greatest football tale of the Premier League era, in loving detail, with the inside track. Now that Leicester have gone all the way and won the title, it is the best story in world sports - for years. Premier League champions. The side who'd been adrift at the bottom 12 months previously, who's started the season as relegation favourites, whose manager was favourite to be the first one sacked once the campaign got underway. A League One side only seven seasons previously. A squad of 0,000 and men. Leicester. Ridiculous. Miraculous. Fearless. Format:Paperback Pages:352

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days In the tradition of Crenshaw and The Thing About Jellyfish, ten-year-old Hannah copes with the bullies at school and troubles at home through the power of stories in this sweet and sincere debut. Tenacious. That means strong-willed. My mother calls me that. I wish I felt the same way. If this were a story, I would discover I was a direct descendent of a famous soldier who won countless battles and protected hundreds of people. This resilience running through my veins wouldn't be damaged by the notes; it would fight off bullies and prevent my parents from yelling at each other. But this is not a story. This is real life. My life as ten-year-old Hannah Geller, who is the only girl in fifth grade to have little red bumps on her face, is unable to let the sad thoughts escape her mind, and leaves heads-up pennies wherever she can to spread good luck. And who also finds magic in the most unlikely of places. Features Summary Ten-year-old Hannah copes with the bullies at school and trouble at home through the power of her imagination. Author Beth Turley Publisher Simon & Schuster Release date 20180827 Pages 256 ISBN 1-5344-2061-4 ISBN 13 978-1-5344-2061-8

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Neil Anderson has travelled the world, speaking and teaching, and has written many books. At his side, at his back, has been his wife Joanne: they have been together for over 50 years. Now Joanne is gripped by a long decline, sinking gradually into agitated dementia. She depends on Neil's presence, calls him Daddy. He has no training as a nurse, but now for long hours he sits at her bedside, and cares for her bodily needs. They do not speak much: conversation is a strain. So Neil has used the silent hours to pray, to spend time in God's presence, and to reflect on what this means. 'I have become keenly aware that God is using Joanne's illness to teach me about the power of presence,' he writes. 'I'm learning on a much deeper level the purpose of just being there, and what it means to be still and know that He is God. There is an inexplicable peace that comes from knowing I don't have to 'do' in order to 'be' in God's will - to be in His presence - to be in each other's presence. 'It has been a peaceful time of reflection upon the presence of God, and how that has shaped me, our marriage, and ministry. My theology tells me that God is omnipresent, but we are not always aware of His presence, and yet without His presence we are not fully alive.' Format:Paperback Pages:144

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) Techniques to combine the use of story telling with visualisation for the purposes of teaching, training and therapy. Format:Paperback Pages:216

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Young Nasreen has not spoken a word to anyone since her parents disappeared. In despair, her grandmother risks everything to enroll Nasreen in a secret school for girls. Will a devoted teacher, a new friend, and the worlds she discovers in books be enough to draw Nasreen out of her shell of sadness? Based on a true story from Afghanistan, this inspiring book will touch readers deeply as it affirms both the life-changing power of education and the healing power of love. Features Summary When the Taliban takes her parents, Young Nasreen stops speaking. But as she spends time in a secret school, she slowly breaks out of her shell. Author Jeanette Winter Publisher Beach Lane Books Release date 20091006 Pages 40 ISBN 1-4169-9437-8 ISBN 13 978-1-4169-9437-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Longtime fans of the smash-hit show Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, and newcomers to this ensemble driven series, will discover a deeply compelling world packed with highflying adventure and tremendous heart. Welcome to Angel Grove. Home to the Power Rangers and weekly monster attacks. Tommy Oliver was the new kid in town when evil doer, Rita Repulsa, swooped in and made him the Green Ranger. Now, free from her mind control, Tommy struggles to find balance between the plights of high school, making new friends, and the dangers that come with being a hero. Writer Kyle Higgins (C.O.W.L., Nightwing) and artist Hendry Prasetya (Voodoo vs. Green Lantern) explore the untold story in the life of the Green Ranger as he struggles to overcome his demons and learns to trust again. This collection also features short stories from Steve Orlando (Midnighter), Corin Howell (Bat-Mite), Mairghread Scott (Transformers:Windblade) and Daniel Bayliss (Kennel Block Blues). Features Summary The forecast in Angel Grove today calls for sunshine and a chance of... monsters from space? Author Hendry Prasetya (Visual artist), Corin Howell (Visual artist), Daniel Bayliss (Visual artist), Kyle Higgins (Author), Steve Orlando (Author), Mairghread Scott (Author) Publisher Boom! Studios Release date 20160912 Pages 144 ISBN 1-60886-893-1 ISBN 13 978-1-60886-893-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days When no one's listening, it takes more than shouting louder to be heard. Street Spirit is a celebration of some of the most remarkable protests from around the world that have used humour, courage and creativity to bring about change. Among the many instances of imaginative defiance within, you'll discover the surprising impact of Lego figures in Siberia, red-hatted dwarves in Poland and a donkey holding a press conference in Azerbaijan - not to mention the story of how Darth Vader helped to effect a global arms treaty. With over 100 photographs and accompanying commentary on the power of non-violent protest from human rights campaigner Steve Crawshaw, who has been an eye-witness to some of the most dramatic demonstrations of recent years, Street Spirit is a unique visual guide that will inspire, enlighten and entertain. Features Summary From giant yellow rubber ducks to mischievous images of red-hatted dwarves, Street Spirit shows the power of those who use imagination in the place of violence to change the world for the better. Author Steve Crawshaw (Author), Ai Weiwei Publisher LOM Art Release date 20170127 Pages 128 ISBN 1-910552-30-5 ISBN 13 978-1-910552-30-8

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 15 working days No Guts, No Story, by Barb Pitcock offers the quintessential American success story in the form of an inspirational memoir. Full of emotion and life lessons that emphasize the power of perseverance and faith over the fear and doubt that pervades modern life, this story of personal and professional growth will entertain and inspire all who read it.Barb tells the story of how she and husband Dave rose from humble beginnings in small town Kansas to find their fortune in the competitive world of home-based network marketing. At every step they were able to turn their pitfalls and mistakes into valuable lessons, using their faith in God and their fellow man to look past momentary stumbles to the future they had dreamed of, their courage and determination ultimately leading to national recognition for these Kids from the Heartland. Their story gives a healing perspective on life's adversities and tragedies, and offers a blueprint for personal fulfillment. Barb's story underscores the possibilities for each of us to find our dreams and share our triumphs. Features Summary "A woman from a small town in Kansas describes her triumphs and setbacks as she achieves both personal happiness and widely recognized success as a self-made millionaire in a home-based network marketing business"--Provided by publisher.. Author Barb Pitcock (Author), Les Brown (Foreword by) Publisher SelectBooks Release date 20100519 Pages 193 ISBN 1-59079-207-6 ISBN 13 978-1-59079-207-0

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days John C. Maxwell, #1 New York Times bestselling author, shows you how to shift from success to significance by leading with passion and purpose in a compact new book derived from his previous title, Intentional Living. We all want to live a life that matters. But what is true significance? How do we define it, and how do we achieve it? In THE POWER OF YOUR LEADERSHIP, Maxwell demonstrates what can come from combining personal passion and leadership in a way that goes beyond mere success. By finding like-minded people and putting them first, you can make a difference in their lives and create a united effort that leaves a lasting positive impact. Learn how to attract people to your cause, articulate your vision, and add value from your sweet spot. Using his personal story of how he became one of the most recognized leadership experts in the world, John Maxwell shows you how to lead others according to your own purpose and create a lasting legacy. Features Summary John C. Maxwell, #1 New York Times bestselling author, shows readers how to shift from success to significance by leading with passion and purpose in a compact new book derived from his previous title... Author John C. Maxwell Publisher Center Street Release date 20171005 Pages 144 ISBN 1-4789-2245-1 ISBN 13 978-1-4789-2245-2

How Children Succeed Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character Paul Tough Condition Soft cover as new. The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about intelligence: success comes to those who score highest on tests, from preschool admissions to SATs. But in How Children Succeed, Paul Tough argues that the qualities that matter most have more to do with character: skills like perseverance, curiosity, conscientiousness, optimism, and self-control. How Children Succeed introduces us to a new generation of researchers and educators who, for the first time, are using the tools of science to peel back the mysteries of character. Through their stories—and the stories of the children they are trying to help—Tough traces the links between childhood stress and life success. He uncovers the surprising ways in which parents do—and do not—prepare their children for adulthood. And he provides us with new insights into how to help children growing up in poverty. Early adversity, scientists have come to understand, not only affects the conditions of children’s lives, it can also alter the physical development of their brains. But innovative thinkers around the country are now using this knowledge to help children overcome the constraints of poverty. With the right support, as Tough’s extraordinary reporting makes clear, children who grow up in the most painful circumstances can go on to achieve amazing things. This provocative and profoundly hopeful book has the potential to change how we raise our children, how we run our schools, and how we construct our social safety net. It will not only inspire and engage readers, it will also change our understanding of childhood itself.

Author: J. D. Taylor Publisher: y Repeater (2016) ISBN-10: 1910924202 ISBN-13: 9781910924204 Condition: As new Binding: Softcover Pages: 493 Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.5 x 3.9 cm +++ by J. D. Taylor +++ What is life like in England? Island Story weaves history and ideas telling a story of rebellion (think Brexit) and retail parks, migration and inertia, pessimism and disappearing ways of life, and a fiery, unrealized desire for collective belonging and power. Skeptical and inquisitive, Taylor cycled all round Britain with only a rusty bike and a tent, interviewing and staying with strangers from all walks of life. Without a map and travelling with the most basic of gear, the journey revels in serendipity and schadenfreude. Think you know the island? Island Story will have you think again.

 The Golden Bees the story of the Bonapartes by Theo Aronson   About Theo Aronson Theo Aronson is an historical biographer specialising in the Royal Houses of Europe. Among his many widely read books are "The Golden Bees: The Story of the Bonapartes," "Grandmama of Europe" and "Royal Family: Years of Transition." His books have been published in Britain, the United States, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Holland and Belgium. Theo Aronson lives in an eighteenth-century stone house in Frome, Somerset.   A personal history of Napoleon's family. From his natal family to about World War II -- the epilogue is about Hitler's attempt to make a gracious gesture by having Napoleon's son 's coffin moved to France. You will not hear much of politics or military except as impinges on the family -- especially in their marriages, and obtaining, or failing to obtain, posts, the intrigues when out of power, and all that. And such personal moments as when Napoleon III's son was born, his cousin and former heir refused to sign the birth certificate -- until their cousin Mathilde descend upon him in a dudgeon because she had been there twenty-seven hours and would not stay any longer, and therefore he was going to sign it.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days "When Cyril, Anthea, Robert and Jane find the Psammead, a magical sand fairy, in a pet shop in London, they have no idea that they are about to embark on their greatest adventure yet. The Psammead leads them to an Egyptian amulet that has the power to grant whatever their hearts desire. The problem is that the amulet is broken, and the other half - needed if their wishes are to be granted - is lost. Yet with their half of the amulet able to transport them through time, the children set out on a search for the missing half, and the realization of their wildest dreams... From an encounter with Julius Caesar to a visit of the lost city of Atlantis, The Story of the Amulet - the final instalment in the Psammead Trilogy - is an unforgettable tale of magic and time travel that has been loved by children and parents alike for more than a century." Features Summary From an encounter with Julius Caesar to a visit of the lost city of Atlantis, The Story of the Amulet - the final instalment in the Psammead Trilogy - is an unforgettable tale of magic and time travel that has been loved by children and parents alike for more than a century... Author E. Nesbit (Author), Ella Okstad (Illustrator) Publisher Alma Classics Release date 20190103 Pages 288 ISBN 1-84749-790-X ISBN 13 978-1-84749-790-1

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days "Verde's unique style and simple yet increasingly important messages of peace, mindfulness, and community make her stories a must-share...A must-purchase." --School Library Journal (starred review) "Walls do not just create barriers and divide spaces. They can be canvases for artmaking; opportunities to shape a community." --The Horn Book "This story of urban renewal sends a welcome double message by Verde: neighbors and neighborhoods are more than the way they look, and ordinary people can band together to transform big things." --Publishers Weekly A boy takes on a community art project in order to make his neighborhood more beautiful in this empowering and inspiring picture book by Susan Verde, stunningly illustrated by award-winning artist John Parra. One creative boy. One bare, abandoned wall. One BIG idea. There is a wall in ngel's neighborhood. Around it, the community bustles with life: music, dancing, laughing. Not the wall. It is bleak. One boy decides to change that. But he can't do it alone. Told in elegant verse by Susan Verde and vibrantly illustrated by John Parra, this inspiring picture book celebrates the power of art to tell a story and bring a community together. Features Summary Armed with pencils, paints, dreams, and Grandma Addy's memories of how beautiful the neighborhood once was, Angel and others paint the big wall that had been cold... Author Susan Verde (Author), John Parra (Illustrator) Publisher Paula Wiseman Books Release date 20180901 Pages 40 ISBN 1-4814-5313-0 ISBN 13 978-1-4814-5313-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days Children can follow the story of London as it grew from the Roman town of Londinium, survived the plagues and fires of the seventeenth century, witnessed Victorian innovations, was bombed during The Blitz, and has become one of the busiest, richest cities in the world. Features Summary Over the past 2,000 years, London has survived invasions, plagues, fires and air raids, witnessed the wealth and power of monarchs such as Henry VIII and Queen Victoria... Author Rob Lloyd Jones (Author), Luana Rinaldo (Illustrator) Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd Release date 20160301 Pages 64 ISBN 1-4095-6400-2 ISBN 13 978-1-4095-6400-3

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days 'Most people just laugh when they hear that the secret to success is giving... Then again, most people are nowhere near as successful as they wish they were.'The Go-Giver tells the story of an ambitious young man named Joe who yearns for success. Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be. One day, desparate to land a key sale at the end of a bad quarter, he seeks advice from the enigmatic Pindar, a legendary consultant referred to by many devotees sinply as the Chairman. Over the next week, Pindar introduces Joe to a series of successful 'go-givers' who teach him how to open himself up to the power of giving.Joe learns that changing his focus from getting to giving - putting others' interests first and continually adding value to their lives - ultimately leads to unexpected results.This revised and updated edition includes a foreword by Arianna Huffington; a new preface; a Q&A addressing some of the many questions about the book the author has received from fans and a reader's guide.'Most people don't have the guts to buy this book, never mind the will to follow through and actually use it. But you do. And I'm certain that you'll be glad you did' Seth Godin'This terrific book wonderfully illuminates [the] principles of contribution, abunance, service and success' Stephen Covey'Not since Who Moved My Cheese? have I enjoyed a parable as much as this. You owe it to yourself to read The Go-Giver and share its message with those who matter most to you' David Bach, New York Times bestselling author of The Automatic Millionarie Features Summary Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be. One day, desperate to land a key sale at the end of a bad quarter... Author Bob Burg (Author), John David Mann (Author) Publisher Penguin Books Release date 20151029 Pages 176 ISBN 0-241-97627-8 ISBN 13 978-0-241-97627-2

Hardback. English. Nation Books. 2007. In good condition. What is the real nature of Hamas? Since their astonishing victory in the 2006 Palestinian elections, this has become the most hotly-contested question in the Middle East. How do they really operate? How 'Islamic' are they? What personalities lie beneath the black-and-green uniforms? In this explosive book, Palestinian-born journalist Zaki Chehab draws on his unique insider sources to tell the story of this radical movement as it has never been told before. He shows how Hamas developed with the implicit encouragement of the Israelis (they bought their first weapons cache from the Shin Bet, Israel's domestic security agency), who wanted to weaken Fatah. He uncovers the extent of the Israeli intelligence services' penetration of the organisation, even at the highest levels. Interviewing key figures, he offers completely new insights in to Hamas. He reveals for the first timehow they prepare their 'martyrs' for suicide bombing attacks. He investigates their relationship with other groups, such as Hezbollah and Al Qaeda. The picture which emerges is of a political leadership driven above all else by a desire for power. This authoritative book is essential reading for anyone who cares about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the future of the Middle East.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Don't miss Meryl Streep as Emmeline Pankhurst in the major motion picture Suffragette. Emmeline Pankhurst grew up all too aware of the prevailing attitude of her day: that men were considered superior to women. When she was just fourteen she attended her first suffrage meeting, and returned home a confirmed suffragist. Throughout the course of her career she endured humiliation, prison, hunger strikes and the repeated frustration of her aims by men in power, but she rose to become a guiding light of the Suffragette movement. This is the story, in Pankhurst's own words, of her struggle for equality. Features Summary Emmeline Pankhurst grew up all too aware of the prevailing attitude of her day: that men were considered superior to women. When she was just fourteen she attended her first suffrage meeting... Author Emmeline Pankhurst Publisher Vintage Classics Release date 20160105 Pages 176 ISBN 1-78487-040-4 ISBN 13 978-1-78487-040-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 13 working days A history of the world's first democracy from its beginnings in Athens circa fifth century B.C. to its downfall 200 years later The first democracy, established in ancient Greece more than 2,500 years ago, has served as the foundation for every democratic system of government instituted down the centuries. In this lively history, author Thomas N. Mitchell tells the full and remarkable story of how a radical new political order was born out of the revolutionary movements that swept through the Greek world in the seventh and sixth centuries B.C., how it took firm hold and evolved over the next two hundred years, and how it was eventually undone by the invading Macedonian conquerors, a superior military power. Mitchell's superb history addresses the most crucial issues surrounding this first paradigm of democratic governance, including what initially inspired the political beliefs underpinning it, the ways the system succeeded and failed, how it enabled both an empire and a cultural revolution that transformed the world of arts and philosophy, and the nature of the Achilles heel that hastened the demise of Athenian democracy. Features Summary A history of the world's first democracy from its beginnings in Athens circa fifth century B.C. to its downfall 200 years later Author Thomas N. Mitchell Publisher Yale University Press Release date 20151003 Pages 368 ISBN 0-300-21503-7 ISBN 13 978-0-300-21503-8

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) THE UNDERDOGS tells the story of Karen Shirk: felled at age 24 by a neuromuscular disease and facing life as an immobile, deeply isolated and depressed, ventilator-dependent patient, she was rejected by every service dog agency in the country as "too disabled." Her nurse encouraged her to raise her own service dog, and Ben, a German shepherd, dragged her back into life. "How many people are stranded like I was," she wondered, "who could lead productive lives with a service dog?" A thousand dogs later, Karen Shirk's service dog academy, 4 Paws for Ability, is restoring broken children and their families to life. Melissa Fay Greene tells the stories of isolated children, struggling parents, and the marvelous dogs who gallop into their lives. Into these modern wonder tales, she weaves the latest scientific discoveries about the inner lives of dogs. It turns out that dogs really are doing the astounding things they appear to do, and they're doing them for people they love. The frontiers of the human/dog bond are explored here with insight, compassion, humor, and joy. A cast of remarkable characters-scientists and felons, dog trainers and parents, children with disabilities and the great dogs themselves-together address questions about our attachment to dogs, what constitutes a productive life, and what can be accomplished with unconditional love. Format:Paperback Pages:352

Softcover in good condition, binding is solid and the book is clean inside. Published in 2002 with 243 pages and illustrated with b/w illustrations. Now for the first time the whole story of what's happening in Zimbabwe, is told in detail. Postage in RSA = R50.00 (new PO rates since 1/4/2017)

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days This book is intented to open the reader's mind to the spiritual world that has a structure like the pragmatic world we live in. The Throne that is the main feature in the book is a product of the previous age of Atlantis. Thousands of years later the Throne finds its way to the East Wing of a Lord's estate in England and becomes the key to finding this new spirtual knowledge. Through a gripping story of family life, love affairs and skullduggery people are able to discover the one thing all mankind wants to know and that is, Why are we here? Features Summary This book is intented to open the reader's mind to the spiritual world that has a structure like the pragmatic world we live in. The Throne that is the main feature in the book is a product of the previous age of Atlantis... Author David Francis Publisher Clovercroft Publishing Release date 20140613 Pages 409 ISBN 1-940262-16-X ISBN 13 978-1-940262-16-1