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Detective stories existed for centuries before the concept of the detective itself—amateur or professional— was fully formulated, and tales of mystery and intrigue have been thrilling readers since ancient times. The Lock and Key Library is the classic overview of the history of the mystery genre, at once a rousing listen for fans of the unsolved and unknown as well as an essential literary resource for those seeking to understand the roots of modern pulp fiction. This volume is sure to delight and enthrall armchair detectives and fans of classic mysteries alike.

Earth, from space, looks like a shimmering gem suspended in an inky, infinite expanse. But this serene image masks the magnificent and volatile interior forces that make life possible for millions of species on the surface. The placid appearances of our neighboring planets similarly belie their powers—and science fiction-worthy features, like diamond rain.

There is little doubt that the inerrancy of the Bible is a current and often contentious topic among evangelicals. Five Views on Biblical Inerrancy: Audio Lectures showcases the spectrum of evangelical positions on inerrancy and facilitates understanding of these perspectives, particularly where and why they diverge.

Christians from a variety of denominations and traditions are in middle of an important conversation about the final destiny of the saved. Scholars such as N. T. Wright and J. Richard Middleton have pushed back against the traditional view of heaven, and now some Christians are pushing back against them for fear that talk about the earthiness of our final hope distracts our attention from Jesus. In the familiar Counterpoints format, Four Views on Heaven brings together a well-rounded discussion and highlights similarities and differences of the current views on heaven.

The Hoppers, celebrating 65 years in gospel music. From humble beginnings on a farm in North Carolina to New York City's famed Carnegie Hall to David's Citadel in Jerusalem. This family shares the stories of life, laughter, sorrow, and encouragement of a most uplifting journey. Regardless, this American family has established a Gospel music legacy. Enjoy this unabridged version of After All These Years.

Ready for a recession proof career? Worried you don't have enough experience to get hired? Whether you are creating your resume because you are wanting to become a independent adjuster or get hired by an insurance company, this book is for you! This book is a step by step guide of how to craft your resume as a qualified candidate for an insurance adjuster job regardless of how much experience you have handling claims.

A candid discussion on my experiences negotiating a rigorous clinical psychology doctoral program. Join me for some laughs as I chat about my misunderstandings, discoveries, and hard realizations.

Travel back in time to relive the adventures of Joel and John in the form of an immersive stereo experience. As you hear us develop as individuals, friends, and collaborators, you may find yourself growing right alongside us. This is our most vulnerable project to date, and we hope you take this opportunity to adventure and travel with a couple fellas who may just become your new best friends.

For 10 glorious years, between 1960 and 1970, Beatlemania swept the planet. Relive the life and times of the band that defined a decade and reshaped the history of music in this wonderful book that provides a fascinating exploration of their phenomenal impact. Follow the incredible journey of four working-class lads from Liverpool who would leave a lasting impression on the world and are still celebrated as the greatest band of all time.

In this story, when a position is granted to a member of the household of the King's beloved, which M. de Perrot had coveted for his own son, a round of intrigue begins. M. de Perrot enlists the narrator, M. de Rosny, to arrange for the king to stop at his house in Poissy for a glass of wine the next day after hunting. This turns out to be a ruse, to engineer an apparently chance encounter between the monarch and de Perrot's very beautiful and charming niece. But M. de Perrot's son overhears the plot and has other ideas....