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Author: Josiah Adams
Publisher: Lulu.com
Published: 2015-12-03
Total Pages: 97
ISBN-13: 1329734149
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWould you give up a piece of cake to make your younger or older sibling happy? Would you lay down your life to help someone in need? Sacrifice is such a touchy word in today's society, and yet, it is implemented every day nonetheless. This is not a documentary it is a compilation of works inspired by stories people hear about, but never experience.
Author: Karen Traviss
Publisher: Random House
Published: 2008
Total Pages: 514
ISBN-13: 0099491176
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTo bring peace and order to a galaxy at war, Jacen Solo will sacrifice anything - or anyone. Now the moment of choice is at hand. Jacen must pass one final test before he can gain the awesome power of a true Sith Lord: he must bring about the death of someone he values dearly. Who will he choose?
Author: Fabian Johnson
Publisher: Wheatmark, Inc.
Published: 2010-01-15
Total Pages: 240
ISBN-13: 1604943483
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAt seventeen, Michael is the newest member of the dragon riders, an elite force that stands between humanity and total destruction. Though his father was a great hero who sacrificed his life in the line of duty, Michael isn't sure he has what it takes to follow in his footsteps. Maxwell is by far the most talented of the riders. He is also the son of the man who betrayed Michael's father and his fellow knights a decade ago. Maxwell has been the object of everyone's hatred for most of his life...and he has a score to settle. As the riders continue their training, the necromancer Ranmar has set a new plan in motion to exterminate every human who walks the earth. But if Michael and Maxwell are to prevail against the forces of darkness, they must first learn to trust each other.
Author: Russom Teklay
Publisher: Russom Teklay
Published: 2023-09-22
Total Pages: 146
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis meticulously crafted narrative weaves together the stories of heroes and villains, the relentless march of armies, and the enduring human spirit in the face of conflict. Set against the backdrop of a world in turmoil, the story explores the consequences of war on both a grand and personal scale. As the flames of battle rage on, readers are drawn into a richly detailed and immersive... This meticulously crafted narrative weaves together the stories of heroes and villains, the relentless march of armies, and the enduring human spirit in the face of conflict. Set against the backdrop of a world in turmoil, the story explores the consequences of war on both a grand and personal scale. As the flames of battle rage on, readers are drawn into a richly detailed and immersive universe where diplomacy, betrayal, sacrifice, and heroism collide. Amidst the chaos of the battlefield, the novel delves into the lives of compelling characters who are shaped by the crucible of war. Their individual stories, intertwined with the broader narrative, illuminate the multifaceted aspects of conflict – from the strategic maneuvering of generals to the quiet moments of reflection for foot soldiers.
Author: Gordon M. Sayre
Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
Published: 2006-05-18
Total Pages: 368
ISBN-13: 0807877018
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe leaders of anticolonial wars of resistance--Metacom, Pontiac, Tecumseh, and Cuauhtemoc--spread fear across the frontiers of North America. Yet once defeated, these men became iconic martyrs for postcolonial national identity in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. By the early 1800s a craze arose for Indian tragedy on the U.S. stage, such as John Augustus Stone's Metamora, and for Indian biographies as national historiography, such as the writings of Benjamin Drake, Francis Parkman, and William Apess. With chapters on seven major resistance struggles, including the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 and the Natchez Massacre of 1729, The Indian Chief as Tragic Hero offers an analysis of not only the tragedies and epics written about these leaders, but also their own speeches and strategies, as recorded in archival sources and narratives by adversaries including Hernan Cortes, Antoine-Simon Le Page du Pratz, Joseph Doddridge, Robert Rogers, and William Henry Harrison. Sayre concludes that these tragedies and epics about Native resistance laid the foundation for revolutionary culture and historiography in the three modern nations of North America, and that, at odds with the trope of the complaisant "vanishing Indian," these leaders presented colonizers with a cathartic reproof of past injustices.
Author: Jan Muhammad Dashti
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
Published: 2020-08-28
Total Pages: 189
ISBN-13: 1698702892
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCulture is an integrated system of institutions, ideas, beliefs, customs, and social behaviour of a particular people or society. It is an important factor in shaping and re-shaping the identity of a people. The culture has helped the Baloch to survive and to retain its national identity in difficult times in their national history. This book is a modest effort to discuss the conditions which have ensured the continuity of the Baloch culture, and the inspiring characteristics which still direct the Baloch society. It is an exploration towards understanding the Baloch and its socio-cultural traditions in their proper historical perspective.
Author: A.J.Kingston
Publisher: A.J.Kingston
Published: 2023
Total Pages: 332
ISBN-13: 1839382848
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAre you a fan of epic tales of heroism, love, and war? Then look no further than Trojan War: The Clash of Heroes, a 4 in 1 book bundle exploring the lives of four of the most iconic figures of the Trojan War: Hector, Achilles, Odysseus, and Helen of Troy. In Book 1, Hector: The Trojan Hero, readers are transported to ancient Troy and introduced to the greatest warrior of his time. Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, readers gain an understanding of Hector's courage, valor, and the impact of his actions on the outcome of the war. In Book 2, Achilles of Greece: A Warrior's Journey, readers follow the life of the greatest of the Greek heroes, whose rage and thirst for revenge drove him to the brink of madness. Through his tale, readers gain an understanding of the complexities of war, and the emotional toll it takes on those who fight it. In Book 3, Odysseus of Ithaca: The Greek Hero Who Outsmarted the World, readers are introduced to the wily and cunning hero who outsmarted friend and foe alike with his quick wit and strategic mind. Through his tale, readers gain insight into the art of deception and trickery, as well as the many challenges faced by those who seek to return home after years of conflict. Finally, in Book 4, Helen of Troy: The Woman Who Launched a Thousand Ships, readers are given insight into the political machinations and rivalries that played a significant role in the outbreak of the Trojan War, as well as the impact of war on ordinary people caught up in its brutal and unforgiving machinery. Overall, Trojan War: The Clash of Heroes is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, history, or the enduring power of epic storytelling. Whether you are a casual reader or a serious scholar, this bundle offers something for everyone, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who read it. So don't hesitate, order your copy today and immerse yourself in the captivating world of the Trojan War and its legendary heroes and heroines.
Author: Scott T. Allison
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 241
ISBN-13: 0199739749
DOWNLOAD EBOOKUsing the lens of popular culture, Heroes explores the ways that our perceptions of heroism and villainy affect the way people behave in heroic and villainous ways. Allison and Goethals use psychology to explore how these important concepts shape our lives and our world.
Author: Mark Cornwall
Publisher: Berghahn Books
Published: 2016-01-01
Total Pages: 306
ISBN-13: 1782388494
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhen Austria-Hungary broke up at the end of the First World War, the sacrifice of one million men who had died fighting for the Habsburg monarchy now seemed to be in vain. This book is the first of its kind to analyze how the Great War was interpreted, commemorated, or forgotten across all the ex-Habsburg territories. Each of the book’s twelve chapters focuses on a separate region, studying how the transition to peacetime was managed either by the state, by war veterans, or by national minorities. This “splintered war memory,” where some posed as victors and some as losers, does much to explain the fractious character of interwar Eastern Europe.
Author: Michael J. DeValve
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2020-11-29
Total Pages: 108
ISBN-13: 1000261158
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPersonal Ethics and Ordinary Heroes: The Social Context of Morality examines what it means to be an authentic hero and provides real-life narratives that underscore the ethical principles guiding decision-making in the justice system and beyond. This engaging work revolves around a collection of excerpts from students studying ethics and social justice. The essays were responses to an invitation to write about and discuss a hero in their lives who motivated them to be more just, compassionate and morally responsible persons. These essays, collected over several years, portray shared meanings of heroism rooted in themes like sacrifice, perseverance and wisdom. The authors set student narratives in dialogues related to ethics and leadership that are both entertaining and useful for contemporary students and practitioners. This book illustrates the lessons of ethics in criminal and social justice practice and makes them tangible to students. Fostering the benefits of experiential learning, it brings real meaning to students of criminal justice as well as professionals in the criminal justice field and other areas of human and social service practice. It is an essential accompaniment to primary texts used in ethics courses and training seminars. This book is intended for use in undergraduate classes in applied human sciences and services like criminal justice, criminology, social work and political science. It is particularly well-suited for classes in the areas of ethics, organizations and administration, and leadership. It is also worthwhile reading for the active justice practitioner.
