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  Ethics for Beginners - Big Ideas...

  Peter Kreeft

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  Socrates once said that a good person does not worry much about the little things, like whether he lives or dies, but only about the one big thing: whether he is a good person or a bad one.       In Ethics for Beginners, celebrated philosopher Peter Kreeft reclaims the importance of ethical study in answering life’s big questions: What is the meaning of life? How should I live? How should I treat other people? Unlike many modern texts on the subject, this one asserts that ethics is real, that good and evil are knowable, and that we can learn to act well and so become better and happier people.       Surveying the “big ideas” of the thirty-two most important ethical philosophers, Ethics for Beginners is an apprenticeship to the greatest minds in history. With expert analysis and reflection from Kreeft, it offers a challenging and unforgettable treatment that is suitable for classroom and individual use alike.

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  The Odyssey

  Homer, Daniel Mendelsohn

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  A landmark new translation of Homer’s most popular epic by distinguished author and classicist Daniel Mendelsohn. 
    
  In 1961, the University of Chicago Press published Richmond Lattimore’s translation of Homer’s The Iliad. For more than sixty years, it has served to introduce readers to the ancient Greek world of gods and heroes and has been one of the most popular and respected versions of the work. Yet through all those decades, Chicago never published a companion translation of the best-known epic in the Western canon, The Odyssey—until now. 
    
  With his new Odyssey, celebrated author, critic, classicist, and translator Daniel Mendelsohn has created a rendering worthy of Chicago’s unparalleled reputation in classical literature. Widely known for his essays bringing classical literature and culture to mainstream audiences in the New Yorker and many other publications, Mendelsohn eschews the streamlining and modernizing approach of many recent translations, focusing instead on the epic’s formal qualities—meter, enjambment, alliteration, assonance—in order to bring it to life in all its archaic grandeur. In this line-for-line rendering, the long, six-beat line he uses, closer to the original than that of other recent translations, allows him to capture each Greek line without sacrificing the amplitude and shadings of the original. 
    
  The result is a magnificent feat of translation, one that conveys the poetics of the original while bringing to vivid life the gripping adventure, profound human insight, and powerful themes that make Homer’s work continue to resonate today. Supported by an extensive introduction, notes, and commentary, Mendelsohn’s Odyssey is poised to become the authoritative English-language version of this magnificent and enduringly influential masterpiece.

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  Galveston's Juneteenth Story -...

  Foundation Galveston Historical,...

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  Galveston was the birthplace of Juneteenth. Issued in Galveston on June 19, 1865, General Orders, No. 3 announced to the people of Texas that all slaves were free. It is one of the Island's most important historical moments. Although Juneteenth has now become the basis for a national holiday, many Americans wonder how and why this date emerged as the basis for the oldest continually celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery. To even begin to answer these questions, it is necessary to return to the historic roots of the event itself. The Galveston Historical Foundation's African American Heritage Committee tracks Emancipation Day observances through previously unknown images and untold stories which are also part of an interactive exhibit experience at Ashton Villa, the site of Galveston's city-wide Juneteenth celebration.

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  Galveston Orphans Home - The...

  Denise Sandoval

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  The Galveston Orphans Home of Texas has been a fixture of the historic city for over a hundred years. Surviving the great storm of 1900 and giving children a place to call home, there are countless stories about the house's rich history. 
  This book is my collection of stories, Having worked as the caretaker for the mansion, now known as Tavilleh, I've had plenty of experiences to share from a unique perspective. 
  During my time as caretaker, I continued to grow in my relationship with God and develop my spiritual abilities. Every trial I faced was met with courage and the faith that the Lord would guide me through. 
  From prophecies to break-ins, I've seen it all. Houses that old have history and sometimes that history is filled with dark, painful secrets that are trying to get out. All it takes is one person open to the supernatural to help restore peace and security. 
  Tavilleh Mansion was my home for almost two decades. I put countless hours of love, sweat, and prayer into keeping it safe and well-maintained. I protected the property as God protected me, and now it's time to share my experiences with the world,

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  Anxious Attachments - Overcoming...

  Brian Gibson

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  In a world where meaningful connections often involve anxiety and uncertainty, Anxious Attachments is a compassionate guide for anyone seeking to understand and overcome the complexities of anxiety in relationships. This transformative book offers a deep dive into the psychology of attachment and provides readers with practical strategies for nurturing healthier, more fulfilling connections. 
  Drawing from the latest research in psychology and real-life case studies, Anxious Attachments demystify the patterns that fuel anxiety in relationships. Whether you find yourself overwhelmed by insecurity, fear of abandonment, or a constant need for reassurance, this book is designed to help you break free from the cycle of anxiety that can sabotage intimacy and trust. 
  Embrace the journey to healthier, more secure relationships with Anxious Attachments. Whether single, dating, or in a long-term partnership, this book is your roadmap to overcoming anxiety and building the loving, lasting connections you deserve.

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  Running the Risk - From Shark...

  David Burrett Reid

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  Key Selling Points: Accessible and entertaining, narrative-driven non-fiction book about the subject of risk. No other mass-market book that covers risk beyond business book.

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