Low Worm Diet
Glenn and Vicky Stover are a retired couple suddenly realizing the isolation, the desperation of too much togetherness as they sit alone on their couch and watch the Oscars on TV. In a pang of guilt, Glenn solemnly promises Vicky that a year from now he and she will be sitting live and in person as bona fide guests at the Oscars in Hollywood. To Vicky's mortification, Glenn begins to plot numerous scenarios to achieve this grand scheme. Glenn and Vicky spend the next twelve months flirting with movie stardom, Presidential politics, and unlikely friendships. The hand of fate is shaky, even on a good day.
Secretary of Faith
Lies, fear, and the Holy Bible are the country's undoing in K.C. Boyd's second, dystopian tale, a story that all too closely resembles an America in which Project 2025 rules. Vividly depicting the present-day racism, greed, and religious hypocrisy, Secretary of Faith serves as a cautionary warning to Project 2025.After an orchestrated victory, the newly elected President redefines the country by changing its name to the United Christian States of America. Next, he reduces the traditional number of seats in his cabinet to four, and adds a fifth, the Department of Faith, appointing his lifetime mentor, Christian Hillcox, as its first ever Secretary.The rule of law is no more. Sanctioned by the administration, violent mobs take to the streets. Media is state-run; neighbors inform on neighbors; loved ones vanish, never to return. When a natural disaster strikes the West Coast, an already well-organized Resistance emerges and Secretary Hillcox finds himself in a battle to maintain both the administration's narrative and his own position through evermore frightening means.In a showdown between Good and Evil, the question is-will citizens rise to the occasion and save the Republic?
Dog's Breakfast
Dog's Breakfast takes the reader behind the scenes as intrigue erupts in a backwater U.S. Embassy when Andy Pulano, the second-in-command, becomes fed up with being treated with less respect than the ambassador's prized Labrador. Craving career advancement, Andy sets out to undermine his boss by instigating a series of crises in their host country of Vodania, which hardly needs any outside help in falling apart. After someone attempts to poison the Labrador, Andy secretly assigns Tara Zadani, a newly arrived junior officer, to investigate.Never having signed up to be a doggie detective, Tara suspects she's been set up to fail. If so, Andy just invited the wrong girl to the prom. His machinations create enough chaos to put the ambassador on the verge of being sent home in disgrace. Then Tara makes a discovery that puts Andy's entire scheme - and his fevered hopes for a promotion - at risk.
The Imperator
The Imperator introduces us to an eerily familiar yet decidedly distinct parallel universe, where a fascinating collection of personalities live and love, lie and cheat, plot and scheme, and desperately try to solve their world's problems.Samuel Sopra, a wealthy businessman harboring a quiet certitude that he'd look particularly dashing in a military uniform, has decided to run for president of a country called Columbusa.His adult daughter Juliet, a teacher who prefers to live a "real life," has moved across the country, far from the shadow of her famous, larger-than-life father.Columbusa is a country beset with paradoxes. Many of its own making. Some adhere to political and social positions that conflict with their own best interests.During a series of informal gatherings, Juliet's new friends and neighbors begin sharing thoughts on solving problems. They want to make a difference. One will decide to run for the Senate.Others suggest forming a new party.But outside, and in secret, powerful self-interested forces are at play...and Columbusa is on the verge of autocracy.
Texas
A contemporary classic from award-winning author Carmen Boullosa, in the tradition of Juan Rulfo, Jorge Luis Borges and C矇eacute;sar Aira, now available in a special Tenth Anniversary Edition.Loosely based on the little-known 1859 Mexican invasion of the United States, Texas: The Great Theft is a richly imagined evocation of the volatile Tex-Mex borderland. Boullosa views border history through a new lens decentering US narratives, and her sympathetic portrayal of each of her wildly diverse characters-Mexican ranchers and Texas Rangers, Comanches and cowboys, German socialists and runaway slaves, Southern belles and dancehall girls--makes her storytelling tremendously powerful and absorbing.Featuring a new introduction by Merve Emre, the Tenth Anniversary Edition of Texas sheds important historical light on current battles over the Mexican-American frontier while telling a gripping story with Boullosa's singular prose and formal innovation.
Illusions in Blue
Illusions in Blue (ISBN 9781326985981) by Stephen Reardon is a political thriller set in London in the UK. A promising Whitehall civil servant, Alan Stacey, heads the private office of a rising junior minister, Hugh Stephenson, who is being tipped for promotion to the prime minister's cabinet. The normal busy routine of the private office staff and their minister is suddenly pitched into a hidden parallel world of intrigue and deception when a mysterious and perplexing security breach is discovered. Illusions in Blue relates the events of three weeks in the mid-1970s when the government minister comes under psychological attack involving his suppressed guilt over the death of his wife, while Stacey is skillfully seduced into breaking the rules for him. Illusions in Blue is a work of fiction.
Boll Weevil
BOLL WEEVIL is a legal-political drama depicting a tumultuous election for political office in rural South Georgia. While the battle at the polls and in the courtroom carry the story forward, the greatest drama unfolds among the relationships of the people involved. It is a story about friendship, marriage, and family. It is a story about the corrupting influence of power and the ambitions of youth, which may unseat that power, but also may be crushed by it. In BOLL WEEVIL, Daniel Riley is a brash young lawyer, who leaves a promising legal career in Atlanta, to return to his South Georgia hometown--the fictional Goshen County--to seek political office. His wife Amber is trepidatious, but loyal, and shares a love for their hometown. Daniel recruits the assistance of his childhood best friend and debate partner, Michael Drummond, a brilliant, serious African-American lawyer who has himself been working to reshape their home county.Daniel seeks to unseat Leon Darby, the long-standing County Commissioner, for his job. The opportunity arises when the state of Georgia legalizes marijuana, but individual counties can elect to remain dry. Darby, who is concerned that marijuana will displace the tobacco business that has made him rich, declares that Goshen County will stay dry. Daniel sees demand from the farming community to grow this new crop. However, the young politician soon realizes how little he understands the place and people he seeks to represent. To win, he must first confront his own misapprehensions about a society from which he has long been separated. Second, he must overcome the brutal, desperate means deployed by those in power to maintain their hold.
Clerise of Haiti
A young domestic worker devoted to her prominent urban employers in Les Cayes, Haiti, Clerise progressively renounces the traditional values of her rural background. When she later marries and opens a small business, class conflicts and divided loyalties develop amid the terror of the Duvalier regime, and she is ultimately caught in the escalation of violence. Clerise of Haiti is a story of three generations of Haitian women, and covers a thirty year span ending in the late 1970s. Full of humor and resilience, Clerise's unique perspective into the upper classes and the world of the poor explores the complexities of life in a provincial town and highlights the socioeconomic and political forces at play in Haiti.
Traitor's Black Rose
TRAITOR'S BLACK ROSE is an engaging work of fiction that explores the world of a corrupt futuristic presidential election. Set in 2088 through 2089, the book presents a polarized political environment with two opposing parties, the Globalists, and the Nationalists, each advocating for different governance and world views. President Marcus Baros, seeking re-election, faces a tough challenge from the Globalists, who execute controversial agendas of their own with the willingness to use lawfare and other Machiavellian methods. As tensions escalated, the military may need to intervene, but nothing is certain. The narrative of the book is an exciting exploration of political intrigue, corruption in politics, and the lust for power.
Traitor's Black Rose
TRAITOR'S BLACK ROSE is an engaging work of fiction that explores the world of a corrupt futuristic presidential election. Set in 2088 through 2089, the book presents a polarized political environment with two opposing parties, the Globalists, and the Nationalists, each advocating for different governance and world views. President Marcus Baros, seeking re-election, faces a tough challenge from the Globalists, who execute controversial agendas of their own with the willingness to use lawfare and other Machiavellian methods. As tensions escalated, the military may need to intervene, but nothing is certain. The narrative of the book is an exciting exploration of political intrigue, corruption in politics, and the lust for power.
The Oracle of the Great Mamerto
In a world where the mystical and the real intertwine, The Oracle of the Great Mamerto unveils the bizarre and surreal fabric that upholds Nicol獺s Maduro's power in Venezuela. In this work, superstitions and prophecies take center stage, guiding the decisions of a regime that, like a fragile, disassembled toy, teeters on the brink of its destiny. The wandering spirit of Hugo Ch獺vez, the deities of Sorte Mountain, and a grotesque oracle conjured by a spiritualist reveal an unsettling truth: the Great Mamerto, a leader whose parts are assembled and disassembled like a Mr. Potato Head, is fated to face an end he cannot escape. Through esoteric rituals and mythological figures, the book exposes how invisible forces and irrationality become the true guides of a regime on the verge of collapse. The Oracle of the Great Mamerto is a fascinating and unsettling narrative that blends magical realism with stark political reality, inviting readers to explore the boundaries of reason in a power structure crumbling before their very eyes.
2025
Amid the 2024 election, Donald Trump and Project 2025 have laid out detailed plans if Trump returns to power. They include everything from weaponizing the Department of Justice, to banning abortion access and IVF, to undermining public schools.2025 imagines how these specific plans, if put into effect, would upend everyday American lives and the country as a whole. Let's keep these stories fiction, America. Defeat Trump to ensure they don't come true.
2025
Amid the 2024 election, Donald Trump and Project 2025 have laid out detailed plans if Trump returns to power. They include everything from weaponizing the Department of Justice, to banning abortion access and IVF, to undermining public schools.2025 imagines how these specific plans, if put into effect, would upend everyday American lives and the country as a whole. Let's keep these stories fiction, America. Defeat Trump to ensure they don't come true.
Operation Butterfly
Jaxon Malone lands the simplest job of his career-travel to the Kingdom of Ajid and escort Alia Fadel back to America to be the maid of honor in their friends' wedding. But no one foresaw a previous regime suddenly surging back to power over the country-or their decision to imprison Alia for standing up to the new rulers. Silenced and alone, Alia loses hope of ever being free again.Jax springs into action, but every attempt to get Alia out of the country fails. Things go from bad to worse when Ajid's Supreme Leader insists on marrying her in a ruthless power play of a publicly televised ceremony.Jax needs help-and fast. Several Kings of the Castle rise to the call, traveling behind enemy lines to rescue Alia and her family. But it'll take a miracle to pull off their daring escape plan, which must happen before the new government seals the country off from the rest of the world. Is it too late, even for the Kings, to enact the impossible?
The Mission
It was such an embarrassing campaign that I was relieved to be leaving this planet. Four months in space might give me a chance to clear my head and dismiss thoughts of the nastiest campaign since the 1992 race when Lee Atwater pilloried Willie Horton in order to destroy Michael Dukakis and elect George H.W. Bush.
The Outspan Tales of South Africa
"The Outspan: Tales of South Africa" by Percy Fitzpatrick offers a vivid portrayal of life in South Africa through a series of engaging and insightful stories. Set against the backdrop of the African landscape, the book explores various aspects of rural life and the experiences of individuals living in the region. The collection delves into the complexities of colonialism and its impact on both the indigenous peoples and the colonists. Fitzpatrick provides a nuanced view of cultural diversity and the cultural integration occurring in South Africa during the period. The stories reflect on the economic hardships faced by the people and the struggle to adapt and thrive in a changing environment. Through personal narratives and family and community dynamics, Fitzpatrick presents a rich tapestry of South African life. The book is not only a portrayal of migration and settlement but also an exploration of the social and cultural forces shaping the country. "The Outspan" captures the essence of life in the outspan, a term referring to the semi-nomadic lifestyle of early settlers in South Africa. Fitzpatrick's stories are a reflection of the historical context and the challenges faced by those navigating the complexities of a diverse and evolving society.
The Machine
"The Machine" by Upton Sinclair is a gripping exploration of political corruption and power struggles within the American political system. The novel exposes the manipulation and ethical compromises of individuals in power, driven by the influence of money and the quest for control. Set against the backdrop of a democratic society, the story contrasts the idealism of reformers with the harsh realism of entrenched political corruption. The novel centers on the character David Holden, an idealistic young lawyer who becomes disillusioned by the rampant corruption and manipulation he witnesses in the political arena. Set in an unnamed American city, the story follows Holden's journey from a hopeful reformer to a jaded insider, illustrating the ethical and moral challenges faced by those who seek to navigate or change the system. As characters navigate the treacherous waters of political life, they face moral dilemmas and conflicts, highlighting the need for significant political and social reforms. Through its portrayal of activism and the fight for social justice, "The Machine" underscores the challenges and complexities of achieving true democracy and equality. The novel serves as a powerful critique of the ways in which the public can be manipulated by those in positions of influence, calling for greater ethical standards and accountability in politics.
The Prime Minister Volume II
"The Prime Minister Volume II" by Anthony Trollope continues the intricate exploration of governance and political intrigue, focusing on the challenges faced by Plantagenet Palliser as he fulfills his duties as Prime Minister. The narrative delves into the complexities of leadership, highlighting Palliser's commitment to responsibility and social reform amidst the constant pressures of political life. As Palliser navigates the corridors of power, he encounters various forms of conflict, both within the government and in his personal life. His leadership is tested by the influence of political allies and adversaries, each with their own agendas and ambitions. The novel portrays the intricate dance of political maneuvering and the sacrifices required to maintain stability and progress. Palliser's personal struggles become more pronounced in this volume, as the demands of his position strain his relationships and challenge his sense of duty. Throughout "The Prime Minister Volume II," Trollope masterfully weaves themes of social reform and personal sacrifice, illustrating the enduring tension between public duty and private desires. The novel offers a nuanced portrayal of the burdens of leadership and the relentless pursuit of integrity in the face of political and personal challenges.
The Moneychangers
"The Moneychangers" by Upton Sinclair is a searing critique of the American financial system, focusing on the pervasive financial corruption and greed within the banking and stock market sectors. The novel explores the operations and manipulations of the stock market, revealing how financial institutions exploit individuals and communities for profit. Set in the early 20th century, the story follows the lives of various characters entangled in the world of high finance. Sinclair critiques the capitalist system, highlighting the immense corporate power and control exerted by large financial entities. The narrative delves into the ethical dilemmas faced by individuals within the industry, showcasing how the pursuit of wealth often leads to moral compromises. As financial crises unfold, the novel underscores the broader societal impact of economic exploitation and greed. Sinclair advocates for significant reforms to address the systemic issues within the financial system, emphasizing the need for social justice and economic equality. Through its compelling portrayal of financial corruption and the consequences of unchecked capitalism, "The Moneychangers" calls for a more ethical and just financial system.
The Prime Minister Volume I
""The Prime Minister Volume I"" by Anthony Trollope is a compelling exploration of politics, power, and ambition set against the backdrop of Victorian England. The novel follows the life of Plantagenet Palliser, a member of the aristocracy who rises to become the Prime Minister. Palliser's ascent to power is marked by his unwavering integrity and dedication to public service, contrasting with the personal ambitions and political maneuverings of those around him. Throughout the novel, Trollope provides a detailed portrayal of Victorian society, highlighting the intersections of politics, aristocracy, and personal ambition. The narrative weaves together themes of power and scandal, revealing the intricate dynamics of political life and the personal sacrifices made in the pursuit of leadership. The story delves into the complexities of marriage and relationships, particularly focusing on Palliser's relationship with his wife, Lady Glencora. Their marriage, while strong, faces the pressures of societal expectations and the scandalous intrigues of high society. Lady Glencora's vibrant personality and social influence provide a counterbalance to Palliser's more reserved and principled nature. As Palliser navigates the treacherous waters of political and social life, the novel offers a rich examination of the tensions between public duty and private desires, making it a timeless reflection on the nature of power and integrity.
Not the Fourth of July
Financial analyst Marc Lafarge is a workaholic who has been putting in countless hours for a stockbroking firm in Calgary when he stumbles upon a nefarious plot. The Canadian firm he's been working for, on his secondary industrial sector project, is embroiled in an American plot to take over Canada's natural resources. As Marc learns more about the highly sophisticated scheme to usurp the country's oil and water resources, he realises he must do something to stop the Americans.Initially, determined to reveal a substantial fraud in oil and profits, Marc assembles a group of like-minded Canadians to fight against what he has discovered. Then, Marc learns of an even bigger conspiracy: the absorption of Canada into the United States. The fraud project morphs into a major battle against a consortium of US corporations, private equity firms, and the religious right.Under threat at every turn, Marc and his team grapple with blackmail, extortion, and murder, but continue to fight to protect Canada and its citizens. Will their efforts encourage a new USMCA trade agreement, or will Canada move away from the US and Mexico and instead trade with Europe, Asia, and South America? Most importantly: Will Canada retain its independence, or will the US succeed in seamlessly absorbing it?What will democracy in Canada look like after all of this is over?
Not the Fourth of July
Financial analyst Marc Lafarge is a workaholic who has been putting in countless hours for a stockbroking firm in Calgary when he stumbles upon a nefarious plot. The Canadian firm he's been working for, on his secondary industrial sector project, is embroiled in an American plot to take over Canada's natural resources. As Marc learns more about the highly sophisticated scheme to usurp the country's oil and water resources, he realises he must do something to stop the Americans.Initially, determined to reveal a substantial fraud in oil and profits, Marc assembles a group of like-minded Canadians to fight against what he has discovered. Then, Marc learns of an even bigger conspiracy: the absorption of Canada into the United States.The fraud project morphs into a major battle against a consortium of US corporations, private equity firms, and the religious right.Under threat at every turn, Marc and his team grapple with blackmail, extortion, and murder, but continue to fight to protect Canada and its citizens. Will their efforts encourage a new USMCA trade agreement, or will Canada move away from the US and Mexico and instead trade with Europe, Asia, and South America? Most importantly: Will Canada retain its independence, or will the US succeed in seamlessly absorbing it?What will democracy in Canada look like after all of this is over?
M A G A Misleading All Gullible Americans
Informing the American people about the scam that's being perpetuated against them!
The Manufactured Messiah
Profitable. Powerful. Possible.Bristol sighed as the server placed his drink on a cocktail napkin, then turned her attention to another table. "You don't think setting up HUSH offices, giving money to politicians around the word, and funding pet media project is extreme in the least? Good God! This is about more than GFI's grab for financial power in a global market! Do you have any idea who these people are," Eddie asked, his voice an urgent whisper.Which people are you referring to? GFI? Politicians? Who? Setting up HUSH offices is going to help the communities they're in, as well as provide political clout to put people in office who are favorable to GFI. As far as the media goes, you need them to help promote the plans, as well as people who favor GFI. How else can GFI get an edge up on the competition? I think you're over-reacting, Eddie. I really do . . ."A three-book trilogy in one novel, Barrett E. McKinnon's political thriller, the Manufactured Messiah, transports readers to a world where a handshake means nothing, promises remain empty, and political aspirations are only for personal gain. McKinnon weaves a story like no other-eerily personal. Politically profitable. Painfully possible.
Architects of the Taj Mahal
ARCHITECTS OF THE TAJ MAHAL traces three architects: India's Mir Abdul Karim, Las Vegas' Roseanne L'Anse, and New York's Rex Heuermann.Their lives contrast the sublime Taj Mahal and Trump's Taj Mahal Resort Casino. L'Anse and Heuermann, unknown to one another, both worked for the Trump Organization. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal to preserve the memory of his favorite wife. Trump buried his first wife Ivana Trump at his Bedminster Golf Course. Their disquieting stories unify over serial sex murders, white collar crimes, and palace violence ensconced in India's antiquity. Legends surround the Taj Mahal's history that have neither been proven or disproven - namely, the lead architects and artisans were killed or had their hands cut off by the emperor to prevent them from building another structure to rival the Taj Mahal.
1983
Before the totalitarian shadow of Big Brother fell upon Oceania, there was a man who stood against the tide. Eric Smith fought the rising Uniparty, the harbinger of 'War is Peace', and paved the way for the future. Discover the origins of a state where freedom is slavery and ignorance is strength. This is the story of how 1984 came to be-through the eyes of Winston's father. Dare to learn what led to the dawn of dystopia. It might be closer than you think...
Freedom Is a Feast
Winner of the Westport Prize for Literature A multigenerational, Latin American saga of love and revolution in which a rebel who commits a youthful betrayal receives a late-life chance at redemption and a new life: "a tour de force" from "the new master" (Luis Alberto Urrea, New York Times bestselling author of Good Night, Irene). In 1964, Stanislavo, a zealous young man devoted to his ideals, turns his back on his privilege to join the leftist movement in the jungles of Venezuela. There, as he trains, he meets Emiliana, a nurse and fellow revolutionary. Though their intense connection seems to be love at first sight, their romance is upended by a decision with consequences that will echo down through the generations. Almost forty years later, in a poor barrio of Caracas, Mar穩a, a single mother, ekes out a precarious existence as a housekeeper, pouring her love into Eloy, her young son. Her devotion will not be enough, however, to keep them from disaster. On the eve of the attempted coup against President Ch獺vez, Eloy is wounded by a stray bullet, fracturing her world. Amid the chaos at the hospital, Mar穩a encounters Stanislavo, now a newspaper editor. Even as the country itself is convulsed by waves of unrest, this twist of fate forces a belated reckoning for Stanislavo, who may yet earn a chance to atone for old missteps before it's too late. With its epic scope, gripping narrative, and unflinching intimacy, Freedom Is a Feast announces a major new talent. Alejandro Puyana has delivered a wise and moving debut about sticking to one's beliefs at the expense of pain and chaos, about the way others can suffer for our misdeeds even when we have the best of intentions, and about the possibility for redemption when love persists across time.
WE (Heathen Edition)
Yevgeny Ivanovich Zamyatin (1884-1937) was a Russian author of science fiction, philosophy, literary criticism, and political satire, now considered one of the first Soviet dissidents due to his use of literature to both satirize and criticize the Soviet Union's enforced conformity and increasing totalitarianism, as especially found in his highly influential and widely imitated dystopian science fiction novel WE. Set in the 26th century, in a time when individual freedom does not exist and uniformed humans have no names, only assigned numbers, a mathematician, D-503, begins a journal while overseeing the construction of the spaceship Integral for the United State - a sprawling, urban city-state governed strictly by scientific logic and reason, and constructed almost entirely of glass buildings perpetually monitored by a secret police force known as the Bureau of Guardians. However, when D-503 meets the rule-defying I-330, he abruptly discovers through a blooming irrational love that he possesses something that may destroy him: an individual soul.
WE (Heathen Edition)
Yevgeny Ivanovich Zamyatin (1884-1937) was a Russian author of science fiction, philosophy, literary criticism, and political satire, now considered one of the first Soviet dissidents due to his use of literature to both satirize and criticize the Soviet Union's enforced conformity and increasing totalitarianism, as especially found in his highly influential and widely imitated dystopian science fiction novel WE. Set in the 26th century, in a time when individual freedom does not exist and uniformed humans have no names, only assigned numbers, a mathematician, D-503, begins a journal while overseeing the construction of the spaceship Integral for the United State - a sprawling, urban city-state governed strictly by scientific logic and reason, and constructed almost entirely of glass buildings perpetually monitored by a secret police force known as the Bureau of Guardians. However, when D-503 meets the rule-defying I-330, he abruptly discovers through a blooming irrational love that he possesses something that may destroy him: an individual soul.
March 1917
In March 1917, Book 3 the forces of revolutionary disintegration spread out from Petrograd all the way to the front lines of World War I, presaging Russia's collapse.One of the masterpieces of world literature, The Red Wheel is Nobel prize-winner Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn's multivolume epic work about the Russian Revolution told in the form of a historical novel. March 1917--the third node--tells the story, day by day, of the Russian Revolution itself. Until recently, the final two nodes have been unavailable in English. The publication of Book 1 of March 1917 (in 2017) and Book 2 (in 2019) has begun to rectify this situation.The action of Book 3 (out of four) is set during March 16-22, 1917. In Book 3, the Romanov dynasty ends and the revolution starts to roll out from Petrograd toward Moscow and the Russian provinces. The dethroned Emperor Nikolai II makes his farewell to the Army and is kept under guard with his family. In Petrograd, the Provisional Government and the Soviet of Workers' and Soldiers' Deputies continue to exercise power in parallel. The war hero Lavr Kornilov is appointed military chief of Petrograd. But the Soviet's "Order No. 1" reaches every soldier, undermining the officer corps and shaking the Army to its foundations. Many officers, including the head of the Baltic Fleet, the progressive Admiral Nepenin, are murdered. Black Sea Fleet Admiral Kolchak holds the revolution at bay; meanwhile, Grand Duke Nikolai Nikolaevich, the emperor's uncle, makes his way to military headquarters, na簿vely thinking he will be allowed to take the Supreme Command.
Organizational Structure of the Muslim Brotherhood Characteristics, objectives, and future
The organizational structure of the Muslim Brotherhood, with its institutional and administrative structures, is of exceptional importance to the leaders of the Group. On the one hand it represents the main tool for translating the Group's principles and ideas into practice on the ground, whilst on the other it serves to implement its political project to assume power and achieve empowerment within society.Ever since its inception, the Group has been intent on linking its organizational structure to its ideological character on the basis that maintaining the cohesion and continuity of its structure would require a belief in the Group's ideology and the values it champions. It has also been keen to secure a pivotal role for the Supreme Guide (Murshid) in the construction of its organization and movement, though the nature of that role has differed from one Supreme Guide to another, subject to his charisma, leadership qualities and ability to influence Group members.The Group has relied on organizational units such as offices, committees and departments to boost its penetration of society, and accorded special priority to social causes, which in turn has furnished it with a social backing to be employed in support of its political agenda, as was the case with the 2012 legislative and presidential elections in Egypt.Although the Muslim Brotherhood exploited the 25 January uprising in 2011 to assume power, it failed in the test of governance, and it became evident that its organizational and administrative structure could not furnish the expertise, cadres and leaders required to enable it to exercise power on the ground. This ultimately led to the 30 June uprising against it in 2013 and the subsequent developments and repercussions that weakened the Group's organizational and administrative structure, which has subsequently stagnated, blighted by fragmentation and division.
Rise from the Blue
The book tells us the story of John Nobola, an immigrant of color who came to the United States of America with high hopes of finding refuge and happiness in a noble society. Once there, he realizes that many things have changed, over the course of a few years, from promising to deteriorating.Nobola witnesses various scenes of social violence and destruction; he is then critical of one wing of the political hierarchy which in particular favors those behind the social unrest.At the end, he feels the disappointment that the America he had dreamt of may be leaning backward. Often, Nobola takes his frustrations out through public events, social media, and conversations with friends and family. Still, he remains hopeful for a better future for the country and praises the efforts of some very patriotic politicians.
Rise from the Blue
The book tells us the story of John Nobola, an immigrant of color who came to the United States of America with high hopes of finding refuge and happiness in a noble society. Once there, he realizes that many things have changed, over the course of a few years, from promising to deteriorating.Nobola witnesses various scenes of social violence and destruction; he is then critical of one wing of the political hierarchy which in particular favors those behind the social unrest.At the end, he feels the disappointment that the America he had dreamt of may be leaning backward. Often, Nobola takes his frustrations out through public events, social media and conversations with friends and family. Still, he remains hopeful for a better future for the country and praises the efforts of some very patriotic politicians.
The Muslim Brotherhood Circumstances Surrounding its Establishment - Volume (I)
The Muslim Brotherhood is a phenomenon worthy of investigation given its geographical reach and the depth of its social and political influence, not only in the Arab and Muslim regions, but throughout the whole world. An analytical view of the historical circumstances surrounding the Group's emergence in Egypt is key to understanding the factors that have shaped its followers, its ideological vision and its tools of change.An examination of the social, economic and cultural environment which witnessed the inception of the Muslim Brotherhood is of special importance, as it allows us to envision the overall conditions that prevailed in Egypt at the time of the Group's founding. Such a study is an attempt not only to understand the events and developments that accompanied the emergence of the Muslim Brotherhood, but to identify the ways in which these developments have colored events of the recent past.The study highlights the intellectual origins of the Muslim Brotherhood as embodied in Sunni Orthodoxy, the ideology of the Khawarij, and pioneers of the Arab-Islamic Renaissance (Nahda), such as Jamal al-Din al-Afghani, Muhammad Abduh, Muhammad Rashid Rida, and Abul A'la Maududi, whose thought deeply impacted the formulation of the Brotherhood's ideas.The study also addresses the role played by figures such as Hasan al-Banna and Sayyid Qutb, who entrenched violence within the Group's rhetoric, worldview and actions. No less importantly, the study addresses the theoretical foundations of the Brotherhood's thought and approach, which are highly generalized and ambiguous despite the Brotherhood's claim that they are authentic and deeply rooted in the Islamic legal and juristic tradition.
Prosperity, Pennsylvania
Afghan war vet Mike Davenport just wants to run his coffee shop in Pittsburgh when he's approached by folks from his forlorn, rust-belt hometown of Pulver Forge to run for mayor. He's shocked at what he sees-everyone has given up. And this is a town that forged the steel that built the tanks and battleships that won WW2! What happened?Mike decides to run on the most audacious platform ever-everyone who wants a job can have one. The town will heal the sick and feed the hungry. He only asks one thing, and it's not money. Everyone needs to believe the town can do it. They need to shift from "It's hopeless" to "Yes, we can." He changes the name of the town from "Pulver Forge" to "Prosperity." Almost overnight, townspeople are growing their own food, picking up trash, and throwing a weekly party for themselves.It feels like a miracle...but there are powerful forces who liked the town the way it was and who are willing to do whatever it takes to destroy Mike and his friends. This is a tale beyond today's stale right-left, red-blue politics. This is what happens when dreaming meets doing.
House of Oz Undone
What if the path to true freedom leads through the stormiest battles against the truth?Dive into Eleanor Tomczyk's House of Oz Undone, a bold reimagining of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. This 2024 novel sharply critiques the entanglement of truth and deception in modern faith, echoing the impactful narrative of Uncle Tom's Cabin. Authored by an audacious ex-evangelical Black Christian, the book is a call to action against the dangerous blend of extremism and religion, aiming for a societal overhaul akin to the changes spurred by Harriet Beecher Stowe.Tomczyk's narrative combines wit and sharp clarity to unravel the corruption in segments of Christianity today. Her vibrant prose calls for a revolution of the heart, championing authenticity and dismantling the lies spread in faith's guise.Enter the master-planned, Oz-themed community where the protagonist, inheriting her friend Jonathan's home, confronts not just her new surroundings but also a series of mysterious and often absurd adventures. From peculiar political campaigns to veterinary escapades with a seemingly neurotic dog, Tomczyk blends humor and pathos to explore the larger narrative of community, identity, and resilience.More than a novel, House of Oz Undone is a prayer for truth and a catalyst for change. Join the protagonist, a seasoned Black woman, in a transformative journey through a fantastical Oz-themed community. Facing odd political maneuvers and bizarre encounters, including caring for a quirky Bichon Fris矇, she navigates through humor and trials, urging readers to find truth and resilience within themselves.Be part of a revolution-get your copy of House of Oz Undone today and join the movement towards a more truthful and loving world.Eleanor Tomczyk is a memoirist and humorist blogger renowned for her engagingly funny musings as an ex-Evangelical Conservative Christian and African-American Baby Boomer. Embarking on a new career as a storyteller at 60, she draws on her experiences in White Conservative churches. Now in her mid-70s and a wife, mother, and grandmother, she runs a weekly humorous political blog titled "How the Hell Did I End Up Here?" Her multifaceted career also spans roles as a singer, actress, motivational speaker, and award-winning voice-over artist.
House of Oz Undone
What if the path to true freedom leads through the stormiest battles against the truth?Dive into Eleanor Tomczyk's House of Oz Undone, a bold reimagining of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. This 2024 novel sharply critiques the entanglement of truth and deception in modern faith, echoing the impactful narrative of Uncle Tom's Cabin. Authored by an audacious ex-evangelical Black Christian, the book is a call to action against the dangerous blend of extremism and religion, aiming for a societal overhaul akin to the changes spurred by Harriet Beecher Stowe.Tomczyk's narrative combines wit and sharp clarity to unravel the corruption in segments of Christianity today. Her vibrant prose calls for a revolution of the heart, championing authenticity and dismantling the lies spread in faith's guise.Enter the master-planned, Oz-themed community where the protagonist, inheriting her friend Jonathan's home, confronts not just her new surroundings but also a series of mysterious and often absurd adventures. From peculiar political campaigns to veterinary escapades with a seemingly neurotic dog, Tomczyk blends humor and pathos to explore the larger narrative of community, identity, and resilience.More than a novel, House of Oz Undone is a prayer for truth and a catalyst for change. Join the protagonist, a seasoned Black woman, in a transformative journey through a fantastical Oz-themed community. Facing odd political maneuvers and bizarre encounters, including caring for a quirky Bichon Fris矇, she navigates through humor and trials, urging readers to find truth and resilience within themselves.Be part of a revolution-get your copy of House of Oz Undone today and join the movement towards a more truthful and loving world.Eleanor Tomczyk is a memoirist and humorist blogger renowned for her engagingly funny musings as an ex-Evangelical Conservative Christian and African-American Baby Boomer. Embarking on a new career as a storyteller at 60, she draws on her experiences in White Conservative churches. Now in her mid-70s and a wife, mother, and grandmother, she runs a weekly humorous political blog titled "How the Hell Did I End Up Here?" Her multifaceted career also spans roles as a singer, actress, motivational speaker, and award-winning voice-over artist.
The Consciousness Company
What begins in a garage grows into a ubiquitous enterprise that changes what it means to be alive.The Consciousness Company is a funny, philosophical and prophetic story about companies without limits, and technology that can rewire minds. On the way to a New York stock market listing, the company's founders join forces with a sceptical investor, a venture capital fund impressed by their early success, and an ethics committee buckling under its godlike responsibility. As the company's artificial intelligence reads, analyses and inserts thoughts into its members' minds, the lines between individuals blur, and the company's users wade through their own psyches, guided by devices that know them better than they know themselves.A question lingers-in what form will humanity survive after all this? Step into The Consciousness Company and lose yourself in the substance of existence.
Temporal Power A Study in Supremacy
"Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy" by Marie Corelli is a captivating exploration of power, politics, and religion. In this thought-provoking work, Corelli delves into the complexities of authority and influence, weaving together themes of ambition, morality, and the clash between spirituality and secular governance. As a prolific writer known for her vivid imagination and incisive commentary, Corelli offers readers a compelling narrative that transcends genres. Blending elements of historical fiction, social commentary, and philosophical reflection, "Temporal Power" presents a nuanced portrayal of the human condition and the quest for dominance. Through richly drawn characters and intricate plotlines, Corelli invites readers to ponder the nature of power and its consequences. From the corridors of power to the sanctuaries of faith, the novel explores the intersections between religion and politics, challenging conventional notions of authority and supremacy. At its core, "Temporal Power" is a meditation on the eternal struggle for control and the fleeting nature of earthly power. With its timeless themes and profound insights, Corelli's masterpiece continues to resonate with readers, offering a captivating glimpse into the complexities of the human experience.
Escape from Utopeana
In a nightmare scenario for many‭, ‬California has turned into Utopeana‭, ‬a socialist semi-autonomous zone carved out of the United‭ ‬States of America by a liberal executive order‭. ‬Utopeana has now turned its attention on Tobie de la Cruz because he has dared‭ ‬to work against Utopeanan programs‭. ‬Utopeana now demands that he give up control of his beloved Rancho de la Cruz‭. ‬The cold realization that Utopeana is also spying on his every move‭, ‬even using artificial intelligence in doing so‭, ‬compels him to take the‭ ‬only alternative action left to him‭ ‬Escape from Utopeana and try to preserve his freedom and his property from the outside‭.‬ J.B‭. ‬Salazar is an avid promoter of the liberties that we enjoy in the United States of America‭. ‬He is an ardent fan of the people who organized and executed the American Revolution and of the monumental shift to self-governance that it enabled‭. ‬J.B‭. ‬Salazar holds a masters degree in Management Information Systems and Finance from the College of Santa Fe‭. ‬He has spent a significant‭ ‬portion of his professional career in various roles‭, ‬within the National Nuclear Security industry‭. ‬In doing so‭, ‬he believes that he is contributing to the preservation of our national security and our liberties‭. ‬J.B‭. ‬Salazar also spends much time maintaining and working a small ranch in the remote mountains of Northern New Mexico‭. ‬He feels privileged to be able to contribute to the preservation of our liberty through Escape from Utopeana and through his non-fiction book‭, ‬A Liberty Handbook for the Common‭ ‬Citizen‭.‬
Escape from Utopeana
In a nightmare scenario for many‭, ‬California has turned into Utopeana‭, ‬a socialist semi-autonomous zone carved out of the United‭ ‬States of America by a liberal executive order‭. ‬Utopeana has now turned its attention on Tobie de la Cruz because he has dared‭ ‬to work against Utopeanan programs‭. ‬Utopeana now demands that he give up control of his beloved Rancho de la Cruz‭. ‬The cold realization that Utopeana is also spying on his every move‭, ‬even using artificial intelligence in doing so‭, ‬compels him to take the‭ ‬only alternative action left to him‭ ‬Escape from Utopeana and try to preserve his freedom and his property from the outside‭.‬ J.B‭. ‬Salazar is an avid promoter of the liberties that we enjoy in the United States of America‭. ‬He is an ardent fan of the people who organized and executed the American Revolution and of the monumental shift to self-governance that it enabled‭. ‬J.B‭. ‬Salazar holds a masters degree in Management Information Systems and Finance from the College of Santa Fe‭. ‬He has spent a significant‭ ‬portion of his professional career in various roles‭, ‬within the National Nuclear Security industry‭. ‬In doing so‭, ‬he believes that he is contributing to the preservation of our national security and our liberties‭. ‬J.B‭. ‬Salazar also spends much time maintaining and working a small ranch in the remote mountains of Northern New Mexico‭. ‬He feels privileged to be able to contribute to the preservation of our liberty through Escape from Utopeana and through his non-fiction book‭, ‬A Liberty Handbook for the Common‭ ‬Citizen‭.‬
The Others
The Others gives a view of the Imperialist behaviours of some countries in the northern hemisphere and the change of heart if they ever needed the help from the "Third World" countries. The Geo Politics fiction introduces everyday characters to a changing world. The Others gives a view of the Imperialist behaviours of some countries in the northern hemisphere and the change of heart if they ever needed the help from the "Third World" countries. The Book paints a chilling picture of a world thrown into disarray as a sudden and severe ice age grips the northern hemisphere. As temperatures plummet and glaciers advance, the once-prosperous nations of the north find themselves struggling to survive in the face of a relentless winter. Amidst the chaos, the countries of the southern hemisphere emerge as unlikely saviors, opening their borders to millions of desperate refugees fleeing the frozen wastelands of the north. For decades, the impoverished nations of the south have borne the brunt of economic exploitation and neglect from their wealthier northern counterparts, leading to deep-seated resentments and animosities. As the influx of refugees strains already fragile infrastructures and resources, tensions simmer between the displaced northerners and their southern hosts. Many in the south resent the sudden burden placed upon them, while others see an opportunity for revenge against those who once looked down upon them. As the ice age deepens and the divide between north and south grows ever wider, The Others asks profound questions about empathy, compassion, and the nature of humanity itself. Will the poor countries of the south rise to the occasion and extend a helping hand to their struggling neighbors from the north? Or will old prejudices and grievances prove too difficult to overcome, plunging the world into an even deeper abyss of division and strife?
Strange Bedfellows
"Politics makes strange bedfellows, and I like to keep my sheets clean."Hayfield's current mayor, Jade Weatherby, thought she had the mayoral race in the bag. That was until cafe owner, and independent candidate, Finn Haley, joined the game.Amidst their political rivalry and social pressures put on them by the small town's populants, Jade and Finn immediately fall for one another.When a third candidate for mayor emerges with plans that could endanger the town, Jade and Finn are forced to make tough decisions about their careers and their growing relationship.
Night Architecture
Two short texts, one fictional, one meditational. In the first, 'Night Architecture', a leading British architect returns from a foreign trip to his isolated, self-designed East Anglian home beside an estuary. Woken in the night by a strange sound resembling a scream he goes to investigate, only to find himself trapped in a series of strange and disturbing events. The second, 'Sudoxe', is a series of meditations on the 1958 novel Exodus by Leon Uris and its popular 1960 American film adaptation. These lead on to some reflections about the relationship of the novel and the film to contemporary events.
