Tijani's father went to jail, suffered, and died for an offense he did not commit. Tijani takes the path of justice, equality, activism, and fair play, becoming the voice of the voiceless, a dogged fighter and defender of the less privileged.

MARTIN LUTHER: The Man and His Legacy is a deep dive into the life and impact of Martin Luther, one of history's most influential theologians, in this comprehensive and engaging biography. This meticulously researched volume uncovers the man behind the Protestant Reformation, examining his upbringing, education, monastic life, theological developments, and the fateful events that culminated in the nailing of the 95 Theses to the door of the castle church in Wittenberg. Explore the rapid spread of Lutheranism, the formation of the Lutheran Church, and the far-reaching consequences of Luther's actions on politics, education, art, and music. Discover the man who defied the powerful Roman Catholic Church, steadfastly holding on to his faith and belief in the principles of sola scriptura and sola fide, and whose legacy still shapes the Christian world today. Martin Luther: The Man and His Legacy is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, the Reformation, or the lasting influence of a man who dared to challenge the status quo.

Ellis Eden retired from a career of piracy on the high seas to settle down with the man he loves: Tom Winleigh, youngest son of a wealthy merchant family. Ellis has tried hard to make a place for himself in respectable society, and he knows Tom loves him, and he’s happy. But when a fever nearly claims Tom’s life, Ellis is faced with a foe he can’t fight ... and even though Tom’s recovering, the ordeal has left Ellis shaken to the core. And in the aftermath, on a storm-tossed afternoon, Ellis and Tom will face the tempests of their own emotions, and find safe harbor in each other.

A rare and insightful compendium of essays, articles, and reports spanning 40 years, written by an award-winning journalist, highlights democracy in Nigeria, and what it means to the people and the political leadership of the country.

The Bird That Sang in the Storm and Other Poems shares thoughts and reflections on a variety of topics, ranging from nature’s grandeur and beauty to our need for God’s love. Through her use of descriptive language, imagery, and lyrical cadences, the author inspires readers to be mindful of blessings both large and small. The poems in this book were written over the course of thirty-five years and drawn from hardship as well as joyful experiences. Many were penned in the quiet of the early morning as an observation of some aspect of creation, as a cry to God for comfort and guidance, or in anticipation of the life awaiting us in heaven.

Inspired in part by his lawsuit against the US Secretary of Defense while serving as an active duty military officer, in this book James Skelly explores and critiques the dominant conceptual bases for self and identity. Arguing that our use of language in the construction of identities is unwitting, unreflective, and has engendered horrific consequences for tens of millions of human beings, Skelly shows that we need to overcome sectarian modes of thinking and engage in much deeper forms of solidarity with others. This book offers not only an academic reflection on the concept of identity but one that delves into the nature of the self and identity by drawing on Skelly's concrete experience of attempting to present a self-identity opposed to war in the face of the political, psychological, religious, and legal arguments put forth in a year-long battle by the United States government to prove that he did not qualify as a conscientious objector. One consequence is that Skelly argues that in order to create a new and more pacific human sensibility we must help ourselves and others to gain sovereignty over our social worlds and the definition of 'who we are'. This will necessitate a broad educational project that arms individuals with the tools necessary to insure that the definitions and categorizations to which we are subject in the construction of traditional notions of 'identity' can be resisted and ultimately transcended.

Accessible, fascinating, and thought-provoking, this is the groundbreaking story of the global search for moral truths In this remarkable book, Kenan Malik explores the history of moral thought as it has developed over three millennia, from Homer’s Greece to Mao’s China, from ancient India to modern America. It tells the stories of the great philosophers, and breathes life into their ideas, while also challenging many of our most cherished moral beliefs. Engaging and provocative, The Quest for a Moral Compass confronts some of humanity’s deepest questions. Where do values come from? Is God necessary for moral guidance? Are there absolute moral truths? It also brings morality down to earth, showing how, throughout history, social needs and political desires have shaped moral thinking. It is a history of the world told through the history of moral thought, and a history of moral thought that casts new light on global history.

An instant New York Times bestseller, Thunder Dog tells the true story of a blind man, his guide dog, and the life-changing power of faith and trust in the face of terror. When one of four hijacked planes flew into the World Trade Center's North Tower on September 11, 2001, Michael Hingson, a district sales manager for a data protection and network security systems company, was sitting down for a meeting. His guide dog, Roselle, was at his feet. Blind from birth, Michael could hear the sounds of shattering glass, falling debris, and terrified people flooding all around him. But Roselle sat calmly beside him. In that moment, Michael chose to trust Roselle's judgment and not to panic. They were a team. As you relive that fateful day in September 2001 alongside Michael and Roselle, you'll learn: The ways that grief and loss can lead the way for change How the rare trust between a man and his guide dog can inspire your own unshakeable faith The healing power of telling your own story Praise for Thunder Dog: "Chapter by chapter of this intriguing work will keep you spellbound. Thunder Dog celebrates the power of the human and animal bond. We all can learn life lessons from this incredible story." --Larry King, Emmy award-winning broadcaster and longtime host of Larry King Live

The sources of Christian church history, the data on which we rely for our knowledge,are partly divine, partly human. For the history of the apostolic age, until about A.D. 68 or 69, we have the inspired writings of the Old and New Testaments. But after the death of the apostles we have only human authorities, which of course cannot claim to be infallible. We will follow the chronological record of events for the early Christian Church,including dates, places and persons involved from the infancy of John the Baptist to the Death of John. This is the period dating from B.C. 5 or 4 to the Death of The Apostle John which happened in a period between A.D. 98-100. We will also give a detailed account of the Jewish war which started in AD 66 and concluded in AD 73. This includes details of the destruction of the Temple in AD 70.