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At a time when political, environmental and social gloom can seem overpowering, this remarkable book offers a lucid, affirmative and well-argued case for hope. This exquisite work traces a history of activism and social change over the past five decades - from the fall of the Berlin Wall to the worldwide marches against the war in Iraq. Hope in the Dark is a paean to optimism in the uncertainty of the 21st century.

Dive into the rich tapestry of English literature with A Brief History of English and American Literature, authored by Henry Augustin Beers, a Buffalo, NY native and esteemed Yale professor, in collaboration with John Fletcher Hurst, a Methodist bishop and the first Chancellor of American University. This expansive narrative spans nearly 900 years, chronicling the evolution of English literature up to the close of the 19th century. While some perspectives may seem biased‚such as Beers dismissal of Mark Twain as merely a time-bound humorist‚his research remains thorough and his critiques ...

The Hope Book Club will help you find your next great read! Join hosts Georgia and Simone on their reading journey this year as they gush over books and chat about literature from a Christian lens. We hope this podcast makes you think, makes you feel connected and most of all… makes you read! Hope Book Club – because life’s just better with a book! Join the Hope Book Club Facebook Group today to be part of a like-minded community of book lovers! Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or ...

A bracingly immediate memoir by a young man coming of age during the Syrian war, Brothers of the Gun is an intimate lens on the century’s bloodiest conflict and a profound meditation on kinship, home, and freedom. In 2011, Marwan Hisham and his two friends—fellow working-class college...

From a New York Times bestselling author, a masterful history of the American West—from the California Gold Rush to the settling of Oklahoma and beyond. "Epic in its scale, fearless in its scope, this is a bravura performance from one of our master historians." —Hampton Sides, bestselling...

Extending back to the first demonstrations of 2011, No Turning Back dissects the tangle of ideologies and allegiances that make up the Syrian conflict. As protests ignited in Daraa, some citizens were brimming with a sense of possibility. A privileged young man named Suleiman posted videos of the protests online, full of hope for justice and democracy. A father of two named Mohammad, secretly radicalized and newly released from prison, saw a darker opportunity in the unrest. 

Based on more than five years of clandestine reporting on the front lines, No Turning Back is an utterly engrossing human drama full of vivid, indelible characters that shows how hope can flourish even amid one of the 21st century's greatest humanitarian disasters. 

Respected scholar William Bennett reacquaints America with its heritage in the second volume of America: The Last Best Hope (Volume II). This engaging narrative slices through the cobwebs of time, memory, and prevailing cynicism to reinvigorate America with an informed patriotism. While national...

Dive into The Ghost Pirates, a thrilling narrative that recounts the tragic and eerie tale of a haunted ship on its final voyage. This gripping story unfolds as nightmarish sea devils‚possibly the restless spirits of long-lost buccaneers‚relentlessly attack, ultimately dragging the vessel into an unknown abyss. With its profound maritime insights and masterful hints of lurking horrors in nature, this work reaches extraordinary heights of narrative power.

Discover a vivid glimpse into Arizonas past, exploring the landscapes and stories from nearly a century ago. Join us on this journey through time as we unravel the rich tapestry of culture and history that shaped the Grand Canyon State. (Summary by BellonaTimes)

Join a crew of 18th-century sailors as they navigate the treacherous waters in a lifeboat, encountering bizarre landscapes and uncanny creatures on their quest to find their way home. This haunting tale of nautical adventure will keep you on the edge of your seat. - Summary by Jason Mills

Channeled messages of hope offers answers from the Other Side to a world facing the biggest challenges in history. Through a process known as spirit channeling, we asked Albert Einstein and Nikola Tesla about emerging clean energy technology, Wayne Dyer and Saint Francis about healing our planet and ourselves, and Gandhi and Ronald Reagan about motivating the public to action. Nineteen souls in all responded to our call for answers to subjects related to global warming and climate change, and now we are bringing their messages of hope to you. Hear the souls speak! Based on the audiobook ...

Discover the enchanting world of Laurence Hope, the pen name of Adela Florence Nicolson, a British poet whose evocative verses draw inspiration from her life in India. This captivating collection, published in 1903, showcases her unique ability to weave the beauty and complexity of her surroundings into lyrical poetry. Join us as we explore her timeless work, brought to life by Newgatenovelist.

Historical fiction author, Julia Sullivan discusses her Amazon Best Seller novel "Bone Necklace" about how a small band of Nez Perce held off four converging armies in the summer of 1877 so their familes could escape to Canada. Julia shares what compelled her to write about a history and a people she knew nothing about- until she did...