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What is cosmic consciousness? The present volume is an attempt to answer this question; but notwithstanding it seems well to make a short prefatory statement in as plain language as possible so as to open the door, as it were, for the more elaborate exposition to be attempted in the body of the work. Cosmic consciousness, then, is a higher form of consciousness than that possessed by the ordinary man.

When terrifying, bizarre things kept happening to a hard-working Massachusetts farmer, he did what anyone would do. First, he went to the local police chief. Then he went to his priest. And then he went to Ed and Lorraine Warren, the world's most famous demonologists, who investigated the Amityville horror and other terrifying cases of demonic possession. It was the Warrens who called in one of America's most renowned exorcists, Bishop Robert McKenna. What they all experienced is described in this book

This audiobook bravely bridges the gap between the spiritual and the temporal (physical) factors of addiction and addiction recovery. It pulls the essential elements of many psychological theories and fits them into an eternal paradigm as can only be seen through the eyes of those who are inspired by God. The listener will be taken on a journey from seeing the battle from high in the heavens down to the gritty and sweaty clashing of swords a warrior must experience day to day.

Philippe V le Long vient de mourir avant d'avoir atteint trente ans et, comme son frère Louis X le Hutin, sans descendance mâle. Le troisième fils du Roi de fer, le faible Charles IV le Bel, succède à Philippe V. Une évasion de la tour de Londres ; la chevauchée cruelle conduite par une reine française d'Angleterre pour chasser du trône son époux ; un atroce assassinat perpétré sur un souverain... La relance de l'Histoire vient d'Angleterre.

Delve into the mystical worlds of Celtic enchantment, the heroic sagas of Bulfinch's lore, the enigmatic tales of Slavic spirits, the celestial dances of Japanese deities, the profound fables of Turkish origins, the creation epics of Sumerian and Mesopotamian civilizations, the rich tapestry of Native American heritage, and the captivating chronicles from the Filipino archipelago.

Best known as the author of Moby Dick (1851), Herman Melville is one of America's greatest writers. His achievements range from popular novels and experimental fiction to powerful poetry. His works are tragic and funny, impassioned and ironic, obsessed with philosophical seeking and attuned to the details of everyday life.

Juin 1316. Louis X le Hutin vient de mourir empoisonné. Pour la première fois depuis trois cents ans, un roi capétien disparaît sans qu'un fils lui succède. Ce quatrième volume des "Rois maudits" fait revivre les luttes acharnées qui vont être livrées afin de s'emparer de la Régence. C'est le frère du roi mort, le comte de Poitiers, qui l'emportera.

Ricky and Stacy grew up side by side, sharing laughter, secrets, and dreams of the future. But as they reach adulthood, their paths diverge—Ricky becomes a defense attorney, while Stacy leads a quieter life, carving out her own path. Years pass with only sporadic contact, until a horrific crime rocks their world: Stacy’s boyfriend is found dead, and she’s accused of murder. Drawn back into Stacy’s life, Ricky steps up as her defense attorney, determined to prove her innocence. As they wade through a tangled web of evidence, betrayals, and old wounds, Ricky and Stacy find their ...

Nina, a spirited yet naive teenage girl, falls deeply for Derrick, an older man who captivates her with charm and worldliness. Despite her friends’ and family’s warnings, Nina believes Derrick is her escape from her small, predictable life. But her world is turned upside down when she finds out she’s pregnant. Still grappling with the reality of an unwanted child, Nina is further devastated as Derrick, now newly wealthy, morphs into a version of himself she hardly recognizes—selfish, detached, and increasingly indifferent to Nina and their child. As Derrick revels in his newfound ...

Ésa es la terrible maldición que el jefe de los templarios, desde las llamas de la hoguera, lanza a la cara de Felipe el Hermoso, rey de Francia. Corre el año 1314 y la profecía parece haberse hecho realidad: durante más de medio siglo, los reyes se suceden en el trono de Francia, pero nunca duran mucho tiempo.

NEW YORK TIMES EDITORS’ CHOICE A collection of raucous stories that offer a “vibrant and true mosaic” (The New York Times) of New Orleans, from the critically acclaimed author of We Cast a Shadow SHORTLISTED FOR THE ERNEST J. GAINES AWARD LONGLISTED FOR THE STORY PRIZE ONE...

On the front cover. Shay and Vyshon are fighting to hold their newly created family together in the midst of expecting their first child together. If that isn't enough pressure, they're dumping money that they barely have into home renovations in a house they have yet to purchase. On the back cover, Vyshon is trying to recover from being wounded in a random shooting. But while he's healing, he continues to waddle in the muddy waters of his secret life with his older side piece, Monique, who just can't get enough of him. Then right in the middle of it all, Jayda and T-Wood re trying to enjoy...

North America's biggest cat was once killed for bounty dollars, slaughtered with impunity and driven toward extinction. But today's cat of intrigue, despite our lingering fears and misconceptions, has returned to much of its native range in the western United States and gained respect as a predator integral and necessary to wild ecosystems. This turnaround was triggered by one man: Maurice Hornocker. Cougars on the Cliff recounts the early years of his research when he tracked lions following a dog's nose and footprints in the snow—before telemetry was available.

BASED ON TRUE EVENTS Rodney Jackson aka Black Jack was groomed by his dad, Big Sam to be a hustler and molded by his mother, Janice to be a player. Although he suffered from a case of self-consciousness growing up caused by his dark complexion, Rodney quickly gained confidence as his money increased. Living a double life as a supervisor for the postal office by day and a lieutenant over a neighborhood street organization on Chicago's west side by night. His rocky relationship with his mother plagues Rodney with trust issues concerning women until he meets Chanae, a young, witty, down to ...

This new Cyanide Publishing edition contains three classic audiobooks by Maurice LeBlanc as well as background articles.Follow the exploits of Arsene Lupin, the greatest of all white-glove thieves and the original gentleman burglar. Mystery and tension build, but humor prevails throughout as Monsieur Lupin and Chief Inspector Guerchard try mightily to outwit each other. Slapstick humor, witty asides, and some unexpected twists.

Dans ce septième et dernier volume des "Rois maudits", c'est le règne de Jean II qui est retracé. L'Histoire a surnommé ce roi Jean le Bon, mais ce monarque fut, en fait, aussi vaniteux et cruel qu'indécis et incapable. La France est, à l'époque, en crise : les clans et les factions se disputent le pays, l'Angleterre revendique le royaume, les impôts sont écrasants, la peste fait des ravages et le roi accumule les erreurs. On suit, à travers le récit d'un haut personnage de l'époque, l'évolution du règne.

Caleb and Samika are high school sweethearts who live in the Chicago suburb of Evanston. After getting married at a young age, years later their lives have become all too routine especially in the bedroom, Caleb begins to be tempted by other women he encounters. Once his home life becomes rocky and he begins to feel unappreciated, he begins to act out on his fantasies and commits infidelity. Meanwhile, Samika explores her own sexuality with a close friend, which happens right under Caleb's nose. As a result, Samika begins to drift away and lose interest in her husband altogether. In the ...

These classic mystery short stories feature Maurice Lebanc’s famous rogue, Arsène Lupin. A master of disguise, Lupin moves between high society and a burglar’s life, stealing from the rich and powerful and creating mischief for Detective Ganimard.

When single parents Alex and Jasmine meet, they see a second chance at love and family. But as they blend their lives, cracks begin to show. What starts as a passionate romance unravels into a toxic spiral of jealousy, betrayal, and explosive fights. With each attempt to fix things, tensions only mount, pulling them deeper into a cycle that harms not only themselves but their children, too. Caught between love and chaos, Alex and Jasmine must face a hard truth: staying together might be tearing their family apart.

Deja que el señor King, galardonado autor líder en ventas a nivel mundial, y el señor Sendak, ganador de la Medalla Caldecott por Donde viven los monstruos, te lleven a la más deliciosamente audaz interpretación de este cuento clásico de los hermanos Grimm. Pero… ¿encontrarás la salida?