Targeted at children, the book features simple drawings and straightforward text that engage young minds. While it is crafted for a younger audience, its deep connection to poetry and Dante makes it valuable for general readers and students as well, offering insights and enjoyment for a wider audience.
Exploring themes of consciousness and self-discovery, the narrative contrasts the pursuit of eternal knowledge and inner guidance with a backdrop of global conspiracy. A select few wield supernatural power, manipulating advanced science and concealing truths about our existence. The story delves into the influence of alien visitors and the distortion of history, suggesting that ancient creation myths hold genuine truths. This duality invites readers to question the nature of reality and the forces that shape human understanding.
Focusing on the social construction of aging and death, this book critically analyzes how societal roles and discourses shape our understanding and experiences of mortality. It investigates various representations of death and their meanings, emphasizing the historical and sociological context of death practices worldwide. By challenging traditional biomedical views, it explores alternative social theories related to aging, including issues of crime and institutional care. This comprehensive examination aims to inform graduate students and researchers about diverse perspectives on aging and death globally.
The book explores the distinction between the Church as a community of Christians and the State as a political entity that organizes and protects that community. It delves into how these two institutions interact, focusing on the Church's role in fostering faith and commitment among its members, while the State handles defense and foreign relations. This analysis invites readers to consider the implications of this separation for both religious and political life.
Focusing on the interplay of power and resistance, this book critically examines the relationship between social theory and welfare in contemporary health and social care. It offers an in-depth analysis of Foucauldian theories, highlighting their relevance to current social issues and professional practices. By exploring how these dynamics influence social relations among professionals, policymakers, and users, the book provides a fresh perspective on the complexities of health and social welfare. It aims to enrich discussions around both theoretical and empirical aspects of the field.
Exploring the realities of healthcare, this book emphasizes the importance of being proactive and vigilant when navigating medical experiences. While most healthcare professionals are dedicated and skilled, the author highlights troubling true stories that reveal the small percentage of cases where care may fall short. Readers are encouraged to engage actively in their or their loved ones' medical care, ask questions, and not blindly trust credentials. With over 30 years of experience, the author provides critical insights to foster informed patient involvement.
Jason Powell's narrative captures his experiences as a soldier in Iraq, paralleling the works of renowned war poets like Robert Graves and Siegfried Sassoon. His prose offers a personal and poignant perspective on the realities of combat, reflecting the emotional and psychological challenges faced by soldiers. Through his unique voice, Powell contributes to the literary tradition of war literature, blending personal insight with the broader themes of sacrifice and the human condition in times of conflict.
Exploring the journey of self-discovery, the poem unfolds through the author's first-person narrative as he follows the muse of poetry across England and Wales. Encountering various figures such as politicians and scientists, he confronts the demons of his existence. The muse promises enlightenment about manhood in exchange for a ritual sacrifice, culminating in a harrowing immolation by a divine being. This chilling work provokes deep reflection on the nature of truth and survival, leaving readers questioning the meaning behind his experiences.
It's a FDNY firefighter's first--and possibly last--week on the job. Charles Davids is a probationary firefighter working his first week out of the academy. For Charles, quietly battling his lack of confidence is a daily challenge as his new officers coach him on life as a New York City firefighter. The men love to tease and prank the new guy, but when it comes to drilling and training, they're clear that the job is no joke. As is said in the fire service: "let no man's ghost return to say my training let me down." Unfortunately for Charles, his first week is the same week that Alan Johnson, an unstable and soon-to-be-ex husband, gets kicked out and comes up with the idea to report fake fires at his wife's apartment every night. Alan laughs at the thought of her being awakened nightly by sirens and horns--if he can't sleep in their apartment, why the hell should she? But after days of crying wolf, Alan decides that fake fires aren't enough... Set on the hot summer streets of NYC and building to a fiery conclusion, No Man's Ghost is a vibrant and thrilling look at the people who keep a city safe--and the ones who want to watch it burn.