A highly accessible presentation of the democratic experience in modern Western civilization. The book offers definitions of the term "democracy", along with the various interpretations used over the past two centuries. Comprehensive in scope, it records all the criticisms and is with the conditions[...]

Pastor and author N. Graham Standish describes how a church that is open to God s purpose, presence, and power can claim God s blessing. Standish shares the story of Calvin Presbyterian Church in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, and its journey to become a spiritually deep congregation, one that is inwardl[...]

Mice are an inexpensive, popular pocket-pet, especially for families with young children. This guide will provide everything the new owner needs to care for pet mice, as well as insight into (and great photos of) the many varieties of mice available.[...]

"For whom is this book designed?"For all students and physicians in training who want to learn more about the systematic interpretation of conventional chest radiographs, and for anyone who wants to learn how to insert chest tubes and central venous catheters."What does this book offer?"Detailed dia[...]

Navy, Nation and Nelson explores the Royal Navy's relationship with Britain from the Glorious Revolution to the Napoleonic Wars, encompassing three central themes: the realities of naval life in this period, the navy's connection to society, culture and national identity, and the story of Nelson's l[...]

The author profiles the work of eight visionaries who have dedicated their lives to various environmental issues. Each story provides a portrait of an individual's valiant and inspiring campaign to improve the conditions for life on our planet. Taken together, the work of these people points the way[...]