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  The Black Promise Land -...

  Tashlultum

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  In this heart-warming story, we follow the story of a loving father who, on the eve of his son's wedding, gifts him an acre of land - a symbolic gesture that sparks a captivating exploration into the rich tapestry of African American history and the quest for liberation and prosperity. 
  As the father and son stand on the lush acre, the father recounts the persistent legacies of resilience and hope forged by their ancestors in the face of adversity. The characters engage in profound conversations about the promises of "forty acres and a mule" and the Biblical tale of the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land, drawing powerful parallels that span generations and cultures. 
  As the story unfolds, the father soberly reflects on the historical injustices and land dispossession experienced by African Americans, highlighting the importance of landownership as a path to economic autonomy, vibrant health, and intergenerational wealth. Together, they rekindle the entrepreneurial spirit and determination that has long coursed through the veins of Black America, propelled by the belief that freedom and prosperity can only be fully realized once every family owns at least a piece of land, free from debt. 
  Through the intimate exchanges between father and son, their bond transcending time, "The Black Promise Land: A Father's Gift and a Legacy Reclaimed" inspires readers to embrace their roots, tap into the collective resilience that shapes African American history, and forge a new chapter of landownership and prosperity for themselves and generations to come. As the story culminates with the son stepping forward into married life, armed with the knowledge of his ancestral wisdom and an acre of promise, the reader is left with a renewed sense of purpose, determination, and hope for a brighter future.

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  Introducing Aristotle - A...

  Rupert Woodfin

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  "Introducing Aristotle" guides the reader through an explosion of theories, from the establishment of systematic logic to the earliest rules of science. Aristotle's authority extended beyond his own lifetime to influence fundamentally Islamic philosophy and medieval scholasticism. For fifteen centuries, he remained the paradigm of knowledge itself. But can Aristotelian realism still be used to underpin our conception of the world today?

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  Ancient and Modern Celebrated...

  Charles Bradlaugh

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  Ancient and Modern Celebrated Freethinkers by Charles Bradlaugh: Charles Bradlaugh's "Ancient and Modern Celebrated Freethinkers" is a collection of biographical sketches and essays that celebrate the lives and ideas of prominent freethinkers throughout history. As an ardent advocate for secularism and freethought, Bradlaugh aims to promote rationalism, skepticism, and intellectual inquiry. The book features influential figures like Voltaire, Thomas Paine, and Giordano Bruno, shedding light on their contributions to science, philosophy, and the advancement of human knowledge. 
   
  Bradlaugh, a prominent British atheist, political activist, and writer, was a leading advocate for secularism and freethought. As a passionate proponent of free speech and social reform, Bradlaugh wrote extensively on topics related to atheism, politics, and social justice, challenging prevailing religious and societal norms.

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  Return to the Olive Farm

  Carol Drinkwater

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  After sixteen months of travelling round the Mediterranean in search of the ancient secrets of the olive tree, Carol returns to her beloved olive farm in the south of France. However, the homecoming celebrations are overshadowed by disturbing discoveries. The plight of the honey bee has become an international crisis and Carol is faced with unsettling news about the hives on her own olive farm...

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  The Medieval Anarchy

  Kaye Jones

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  Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour. 
  Nicknamed ‘The Anarchy' for its unprecedented levels of chaos and disorder, the succession crisis that followed the death of King Henry I in 1135 resulted in England's first civil war. 
  ‘The Medieval Anarchy: History in an Hour’ neatly covers all the major facts and events giving you a clear and straightforward overview of the plots and violence that ensued during the the nineteen-year conflict. ‘The Medieval Anarchy: History in an Hour’ is engagingly written and accessible for all history lovers. 
  This, in an hour, is the story of ‘The Medieval Anarchy’ through the personalities, context, events and aftermath of England's first, and often forgotten, civil war. 
  Love your history? Find out about the world with History in an Hour… 
  The Medieval Anarchy by Kaye Jones is a short, top-rated biography that provides a comprehensive overview of Britain's first civil war. Recognized as one of the best in Europe, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in history, particularly those fascinated by royalty. 
  For fans of David B. Mccoy (The Military Career of General Lew Wallace), Marc Morris (William I), and Antonia Fraser (King Charles II).

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  Manhattan Cult Story - My...

  Spencer Schneider

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  Right under the noses of neighbors, clients, spouses, children, and friends, a secret society, simply called School—a cult of snared Manhattan professionals—has been led by the charismatic, sociopathic, and dangerous leader Sharon Gans for decades. Spencer Schneider was recruited in the eighties, and he stayed for more than twenty-three years as his life disintegrated, his self-esteem eroded, and he lined the pockets of Gans and her cult. Cult members met twice weekly, though they never acknowledged one another outside of meetings or gatherings. In the name of inner development, they endured the horrors of mental, sexual, and physical abuse, forced labor, arranged marriages, swindled inheritances and savings, and systematic terrorizing. Some of them broke the law. All for Gans. “During those years,” Schneider writes, “my world was School. That’s what it’s like when you’re in a cult, even one that preys on and caters to New York’s educated elite. This is my story of how I got entangled in School and how I got out.” At its core, Manhattan Cult Story is a cautionary tale of how hundreds of well-educated, savvy, and prosperous New Yorkers became fervent followers of a brilliant but demented cult leader who posed as a teacher of ancient knowledge. It’s about double-lives, the power of group psychology, and how easy it is to be radicalized—all too relevant in today's atmosphere of conspiracy and ideologue worship.

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