It was the British victory at the Battle of El Alamein in November 1942 that inspired one of Winston Churchill's most famous aphorisms: 'This is not the end, it is not even the beginning of the end, but it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning'. And yet the significance of this episode remains unrecognised. In this thrilling historical account, Jonathan Dimbleby describes the political and strategic realities that lay behind the battle, charting the nail-biting months that led to the victory at El Alamein in November 1942. It is a story of high drama, played out both in the war capitals of London, Washington, Berlin, Rome and Moscow, and at the front in Egypt, Libya, Tunisia, Morrocco and Algeria and in the command posts and foxholes in the desert. Destiny in the Desert is about politicians and generals, diplomats, civil servants and soldiers. It is about forceful characters and the tensions and rivalries between them. Drawing on official records and the personal insights of those involved at every level, Dimbleby creates a vivid portrait of a struggle which for Churchill marked the turn of the tide - and which for the soldiers on the ground involved fighting and dying in a foreign land. Now available in paperback in time, Destiny in the Desert, which was shortlisted for the Hessell-Tiltman prize 2012-13, is required reading for anyone with an interest in the Desert War.

Beth, a popular singer, was shooting her latest music video in the middle of a desert. when she was taken to the palace of Sheikh Suliman for entering his property without permission. As ordered, she sings a song for the sheikh and his eyes never leave her. Soon, she’s smitten with Suliman, but are they really meant for each other?

What Women Would Dare Claim The Israelites' Promised Land? The Daughters of Zelophehad! Wendy Yapp captures the extraordinary yet little-known Old Testament account of Zelophehad's five daughters as a springboard for insightful teaching to help guide you toward your divine destiny. The story begins in Egypt with God's people struggling under tyranny and injustice. After the excitement of liberation, the desert training commences. With vivid descriptions and compelling narrative, the biblical characters are brought to life. Throughout the retelling, Yapp interweaves teachings on holy living, worship and prayer. And the significance of the daughters' names - Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah and Tirzah - take on historical and contextual depth as the story unfolds. When Zelophehad dies, his teenage daughters face a tough decision: do they accept the status quo of a male-dominated society, or risk everything and claim their father's inheritance? The surprise ending is unforgettable! If you want to leave your desert and embrace all God has promised you.... Let the daughters of Zelophehad show you the way. About the author: Wendy Yapp was born in Scotland and attended the University of Glasgow and Glasgow's Bible Training Institute. Married to Kai Seen, they and their three children have lived in several nations. Their home is now in Perth, Australia, where Wendy, Director of PrayerCare International, has served on various citywide ministry teams.

From award-winning author Mark Oshiro comes a powerful coming-of-age fantasy novel about finding home and falling in love amidst the dangers of a desert where stories come to life Xochitl is destined to wander the desert alone, speaking her troubled village's stories into its arid winds. Her only companions are the blessed stars above and enigmatic lines of poetry magically strewn across dusty dunes. Her one desire: to share her heart with a kindred spirit. One night, Xo's wish is granted—in the form of Emilia, the cold and beautiful daughter of the town's murderous conqueror. But when the two set out on a magical journey across the desert, they find their hearts could be a match... if only they can survive the nightmare-like terrors that arise when the sun goes down. Fresh off of Anger Is a Gift's smashing success, Oshiro branches out into a fantastical direction with their new YA novel, Each of Us a Desert. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

The Aztec Book of Destiny summarizes traditional Mesoamerican beliefs about the spiritual nature of time and its influence on one's personality and fate. The ancient Aztec, Toltec and Maya believed that the day of birth, as defined in their sacred calendar, affects destiny; and this philosophy has guided their daily lives for more than 3000 years. This book condenses the scattered and disparate literature about these beliefs into a fun and informative narrative; but it goes far beyond what academics and popular authors have published to date. The author presents a unique perspective shaped by the wisdom of a traditional calendar-keeper he met in Mexico in 1973. The book's message is that the calendar is not simply an ancient and forgotten curiosity - it is as relevant today as in ancient times. The majority of the book projects the timeless Mesoamerican philosophy into contemporary Western society encouraging introspection and self-awareness.

When it comes to our connection with God, we dread "dry seasons," when we feel far from our life-sustaining Creator and redeemer. We want to dwell in lush valleys, not wander in trackless deserts. And yet, during the first three centuries of the church, many men and women purposefully moved into deserts to seek God. They understood something that we have missed: a desert is not a place of vast nothingness, but a place where we can truly experience God's provision, restoration, and intimacy. Through Scripture and personal stories of her own times of waiting and struggle, Allison Allen offers a fresh perspective for women who dare to believe that God is doing something of eternal value in their dry seasons. She shows how God can use these times in our lives to reveal himself to us, to give us rest, to get our attention, to show us our strength, to experience his blessings, and more. Any woman who has been feeling spiritually sapped will welcome this refreshing message of hope.

Stories from prehistoric times to the future, about land, our abuse of the land, and the impact on the people who come after

As Hawk lies on the bottom of the pool paralyzed he realizes the gypsy was right again. How long can he hold his breath before someone notices? Will he be able to pull through this to finish the remaining predictions? Greg Hawk's memoir of a life's adventure takes a drastic turn at the end of a divorce as he listens to a gypsy lady in New Zealand predict things on the path ahead. Every obstacle on his path in life has put him on another tangent of learning and struggle, at times driving him to the edge of defeat. During these years, death seemed to be a constant companion as he witnessed it, as well as facing it personally. As a soldier, a husband, a divorcee, a partner of a successful construction business in Denver, owner of Fantasy Dive Charters in Australia, to being a treasure hunter in the mountains and desert of the Southwest, he faced many self-imposed challenges." Random Tangents is a celebration of a life well-lived, of obstacles overcome, of the triumph of spirit. And let's face it, sometimes a little luck."

DREAM THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM. Deep inside, most people know they were created for more than the mundane, monotonous, "everydayness" of life. We long to be heroic, exceptional, and fulfilled, but instead we find ourselves frustrated and far from reaching our potential. We fear that our dreams and God's will are at odds, and that God's will might make us unhappy or be unattainable. But our personal dreams are often dreams that God has given us to pursue. In Discover Your Destiny, Bill and Kathy Peel look at the hopes and desires that shape our lives, giving readers the inspiration and courage to make those dreams come true. By examining our dreams against God's Word, we can discover if a dream is part of God's will and our destiny. If you long to play on the PGA Tour, open a restaurant, or move overseas, Discover Your Destiny will help you evaluate your dreams and show you how to make them come true.