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For more than thirty years, The Institute for Cultural Research (ICR) led the field in stimulating debate and examining ideas within the humanities. Among the Institute's active followers was J. D. Salinger, Robert Graves, Nobel Laureate Doris Lessing, and many others from all walks of life.
During its long and distinguished service, ICR published dozens of papers on cultural and cross-cultural themes. Written by scientists, scholars, novelists,...
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Originally published in 1934, this is an exhaustive examination of one of Bach's greatest works, and is highly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of anyone with an interest in this great composer. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text...
24) When a Man You Love Was Abused: A Woman's Guide to Helping Him Overcome Childhood Sexual Molestation
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For all women who know and love a survivor of sexual assault, best-selling author Cecil Murphey has penned an honest and forthright book about helping the man in your life survive--and thrive--despite past abuses.
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This book presents a detailed historical account of the city of Nuremberg, a city that today is perhaps best known as the site of the military tribunals orchestrated by the Allied forces after World War II. However, its prior history is also rich. The Story of Nuremberg is highly recommended for those with an interest in nineteenth-century European history. Contents include: "Development of Nuremberg", "Nuremberg and the Reformation", "Nuremberg...
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A wealthy woman named Dola decided to address some larger problems faced by the US. She knew she could not work alone on such big issues, so she recruited a group of seven young people in their late twenties. The group became known as Team Dola. She explained that the group of seven would not do all the work on a selected project. Instead, the group would recruit experts who could do most of the work. In other words, Team Dola would initiate a project...
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This chronicle of the lives of Micky and Cracker, an Irish wolfhound and a bull terrier, provides a practical course for would-be dog owners and trainers, with tips on training, curing bad habits, feeding, and much more. In addition to solid advice, this classic abounds in charming stories and enchanting illustrations by a true dog lover.
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Journalists hate the term fake news, but there's a troubling reality: spin doctors routinely try to dupe them into reporting misleading and distorted stories.
Check the news on any given day and here's what you'll find: Governments routinely lie. Companies inflate claims about their products
and practices. Institutions release studies with misleading data meant to deceive. Police departments, infected by systemic racism, downplay crimes against...
29) Pathfinders
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Over the course of one night in 1942, the crew members of Wellington bomber 'P for Pathfinder' each reflect on the paths of their own lives, as they embark on a fateful mission deep into the heart of Nazi Germany.
Cecil Lewis' novel examines the life of every man in turn, rendering a moving account of each as not merely a nameless crew member, but as an individual with a life lived, 'a life precious to some, or one… these men with dreams and...
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Herr Berndt leant forward in his chair. "Have you ever noticed how if one speaks about a thing, one usually hears about it again within a few days?"
Christopher Perrin, investigator, is on the track of Duggie the Locksmith, suspected of being behind a major robbery. When he is caught in Belgium, Perrin is astonished and puzzled to see in the crowd a certain Maurus Kaulin, "one of the most skilful forgers in existence," whose path Perrin has crossed...
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Burden, who had served in the war, and had considerable experience of death in its violent forms, took a pace forward. He saw at once that Mr. Wynter was beyond mortal aid.
Gregory Wynter is, shot dead through the window of his dressing room. There is no apparent motive for the crime, and it seems impossible for the murderer to have escaped before the police arrive. The dead man's brother, Austin, enlists the help of Christopher and Vivienne Perrins,...
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Running with God at your side. You've begun running and it's a wonderful form of exercise. It may even be your preferred method of relaxation. But did you know you could also build your Christian muscles as you tone your body? In the years since the author began running, he has discovered that his commitment to the sport as well as such setbacks as "hitting the wall" all share correlations with his own Christ-centered life. And in Devotions for Running...
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Anna's Story is a history; a memoir, a tribute to my Grandmother, who was a very remarkable woman. Daughter of pioneer parents, a pioneer herself, as she at age 16 was teaching in a one-room schoolhouse which was nestled in a meadow on a seemingly endless prairie. Blessed with strength of mind, will and body, Anna managed to teach the rudiments of what her students would need to survive in a brutal world. At age 26, Anna met and married a man, Wilmot...
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Would you recognize Jesus today?
This question evades most of us our entire lives. However, as Christians, this idea and its subsequent queries should lead our everyday lives. Emphasizing the most progressive sect of Jesus' day--the Pharisees--this book takes the reader on a journey to uncover the political, religious, and social elements which hindered the greatest religious leaders of Jewish antiquity from seeing Jesus for who he truly was. If we...
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This vintage book contains all three parts of Cecil Torr's 1918 work "Small Talk at Wreyland", a fascinating exploration of the history of South Devon, England in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It contains extracts from family letters, documents, and anecdotes, which offer insight into a vast range of social, political, and religious issues through the day-to-day life in his village, Lustleigh, located on the edge of Dartmoor. This wonderful,...
36) Rose Sees Red
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Partly based on the author's own experiences at the famous Manhattan high school for the performing arts, this novel explores friendship, freedom, and the art of challenging convention.Set in New York in the 1980s, this story of two ballet dancers (one American, one Russian) recounts the unforgettable night they spend in the city, and celebrates the friendship they form despite their cultural and political differences. Cecil Castellucci...
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Nina, one of the few descendants of human colony on Mars that was abandoned by Earth, is surprised to discover that she can breathe the toxic atmosphere of the Martian surface. The crew, thinking that their attempts at terraforming and breeding for Martian adaptability have finally payed off, rejoice at the prospect of a brighter future. But, Nina's about to unlock the mystery of the disaster that stranded them on Mars...and nothing will ever be the...
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What does dieting have to do with God? Losing weight is a struggle. We may feel all alone in our quest to shed those pounds. Devotions for Dieters reminds us that support is never far away and that Jesus cherishes each of us no matter what the number on the scale. The author has maintained his weight loss for decades. He credits God's help with his success and wants to show us, too, how that assistance can give us the boost we need to reach all our...
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New York Times bestselling author Cecil Murphey's Inspired Living series features three six-week devotionals that provide guidance on all aspects of daily Christian life. DEVOTIONS FOR COUPLES In Devotions for Couples the author uses his own marriage of over five decades to demonstrate how keeping love alive is possible, maintainable and so enriching-with God's help. In this devotional you'll discover how to emulate Christ's example of unconditional...
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Do you desire a better understanding of God? Do you want a glimpse into His personality? Are you ready for a more intimate relationship with Him and a richer prayer life? In Revitalize Your Prayer Life, veteran author Cecil Murphey invites you on a quest to discover the nature, character, and attributes of God and offers thought-provoking lessons and insights that will draw you nearer to Him. With honesty and transparency, Murphey allows you an insider's...