First Easter

The fighting that raged in the East during the First World War was every bit as fierce as that on the Western Front, but the titanic clashes between three towering empires - Russia, Austro-Hungary, and Germany - remains a comparatively unknown facet of the Great War. With the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the war in 2014, Collision of Empires is a timely expose of the bitter fighting on this forgotten front - a clash that would ultimately change the face of Europe forever.

The Middle East has long been a region of rival religions, ideologies, nationalisms, and ambitions. All of these conflicts are rooted in the region's political inheritance: the arrangements, unities, and divisions imposed by the Allies after the First World War. Author David Fromkin reveals how and why the Allies drew lines on an empty map that remade the geography and politics of the Middle East. Focusing on the formative years of 1914 to 1922, when all seemed possible, he delivers in this sweeping and magisterial book the definitive account of this defining time.

Since its beginnings, Poland has been a moving target, geographically as well as demographically, and the very definition of who is a Pole has been in flux. In the late medieval and early modern periods, the country grew to be the largest in continental Europe, only to be later wiped off the map for more than a century. Yet even under these constraints, Poles persisted in their desire to wrest from their oppressors a modicum of national dignity and, ultimately, managed to achieve much more than that.

The first World War was one of the most devastating conflicts in our history. The tumult and chaos that remained in the wake of the first World War had far-reaching and devastating consequences, not just for Europe and the survivors of the war, but for the entire world. The ruins of Europe provided a fertile breeding ground for fierce nationalism, which led to the rise of the Third Reich and allowed the evil of Adolf Hitler to go unchecked for far too long.

“Father, Forgive Them For They Know Not What They Do.” (Luke 23:34) Meditations on the First Word from the Cross by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen For years, Archbishop Sheen gave a series of powerful presentations on Christ’s Passion and His seven last words from the Cross. As a Scripture scholar, Archbishop Sheen knew full well the power contained in preaching Christ crucified. With St. Paul, he could say, “For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified” (1 Cor. 2:2). During his last recorded Good Friday address in 1979, Archbishop Sheen spoke of ...

As Little Cub celebrates Easter with Papa, Mama, and her brother and sister, she begins to ask her papa questions about this very special day of the year. Papa lovingly explains God’s plans for his children, while taking Little Cub on a memorable walk through her stunning Arctic world, and he shares how Easter came about in clear, simple terms that even the littlest cubs can understand.

My Very First Bible published to high acclaim in 2003 and its popular stories have since gone onto provide the basis for a number of additional series including board books, big books, sticker, and activity books.

The thrilling history of the turning point of the Second World War, when Hitler's armies were halted on the Eastern Front. At the moment of crisis in 1941 on the Eastern Font, with the forces of Hitler massing on the outskirts of Moscow, the miraculous occurred: Moscow was saved. Yet this turning point was followed by a long retreat, in which Russian forces, inspired by old beliefs in the sacred motherland, pushed back German forces steeled by the vision of the ubermensch, the iron-willed fighter.

In the second volume of his landmark First World War trilogy, Professor Nick Lloyd tells the story for the first time of what Winston Churchill once called the 'unknown war': the vast conflict in Eastern Europe and the Balkans that brought about the collapse of three empires. Lloyd reconstructs the full story of a war that began in the Balkans as a local struggle between Austria-Hungary and Serbia, and which sucked in Russia, Germany and Italy, right through to the final collapse of the Habsburg Empire in 1918.

Romania lies on Europe’s eastern border, and as such, it is often neglected in history. Although it is a culturally very rich country, the world displayed little interest in its promotion. By listening to this captivating history of Romania, you will learn about the turbulent past of the region, the many wars it fought, and the people who led them. You will also learn the truth behind the character of Vlad the Impaler and decide for yourself if he was a ruthless, bloodthirsty ruler or a politician, tactician, and national hero.

In Big Brother Bonding, 25-year-old Frankie’s mother announces her relationship to a wealthy Saudi Arabian businessman, which brings him into contact with Habib, his maybe soon-to-be stepbrother. Arrogant, muscular, and untamed, Habib quickly makes his mark on Frankie and Frankie finds him impossible to resist. With a potential engagement looming between their parents, Frankie and Habib must navigate the thin line between brotherhood and primal desire, knowing once they cross it, there’s no turning back.

Little is known of Paul of Thebes, the first Christian hermit. We know he grew up in Thebes, Egypt, inherited wealth from his parents as a teenager, and felt forced to flee Thebes when Roman persecutions against Christians began under Emperor Decius' brief reign. After searching and wandering in the wilderness he finally settled on a special haven enclosed by mountains where a single palm tree grew. And then? The man lived a life of prayer for the next eighty-plus years! What happened during all that time? In this imaginative historical novel I try to tell the meaningful, logical story of ...

There are so many ways to spend a bright spring day. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar and explore everything the season has to offer! Celebrate spring with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and his friends in this exploration of the season. Young listeners can learn all about seasonal sensory experiences, like watching clouds change shapes, feeling cool rain on your skin, sniffing fresh blooming flowers, and so much more!

Peter, a cottontail rabbit, finds a true friend in a man named Jesus. From his garden called Gethsemane, Peter learns who Jesus really is and the purpose for his mission on Earth. A wonderful section audiobook shares the greatest story ever told in an easy-to-understand and moving way. Children and adults alike will come to know Jesus Christ and the peace he brings. And the Easter Bunny will mean much more than free candy!

BIBLICAL ANSWERS and GUIDANCE for NEW CHRISTIANS opens up with a Heartwarming Story of Restoration. Find Answers to many Frequently Asked Questions about the Bible and the Christian Walk. ◆Explore 9 Exciting Practical and Easy-to-Understand Next Steps with Guidance for New Believers. ◆ Find a Compilation of Bible Quotations with Promises to Encourage and Uplift You in this Season. ♥ FREE BIBLE READING PLANS WITH SPECIAL BONUS GIFTS FOR YOU Finally, an Encouraging Word that YOU ARE A MASTERPIECE. Foundations are crucial for any edifice. After ministering and counseling for many years, ...

Little Red Perky Turkey is a heartwarming and humorous holiday story, written in playful rhymes—perfect for preschoolers and early readers! Inspired by The Little Red Hen, but with a fun Thanksgiving twist—Perky Turkey works hard to prepare a delicious feast, but his friends are too busy to help. Yet when trouble comes knocking, they’re the ones who save the day! This delightful tale celebrates the spirit of giving, teamwork, and true friendship—reminding us all that helping others makes the holidays even more special. With charming rhymes and a meaningful message, Little Red Perky ...

Inayat's Song is the story of a young man who struggled with the great questions of existence. Who is God? And who am I? And what is our relationship? Inayat Khan's first-person narrative is read by award-winning actor Tom Alter. Inayat Khan was a gold medal-winning musician, a child prodigy from a musical family, including the renowned musician and music educator, Maulbakhsh Shole Khan. Along with his music education, he showed an aptitude for mystical training and was taken as a pupil of Sufi Master Abu Hashim Madani of Hyderabad.

Just as Jesus was not born on Christmas day, he did not day not die on Friday. just as we hold birth day of Jesus on different days, death day of Jesus also falls on different days and not always of Friday , Good Friday. So we are supposed to have Good Friday or Thursday, Wednesday, Tuesday, Monday ,Sunday or Saturday. This book gives a comprehensive proof that Jesus died on Wednesday. It then goes on to offer scientific prove that the date was 1st Aprill 33AD

In 1949, a newly minted branch of the CIA (the precursor of today’s National Clandestine Service), flush with money and burning with determination to roll back the Iron Curtain, embarked on the first paramilitary operation in the history of the agency. They hatched an elaborate plan, coordinated with the British Secret Intelligence Service, to foment popular rebellion and detach Albania, the weakest of the Soviet satellites in Europe, from Moscow’s orbit. The operation resulted in dismal failure and was shut down by 1954.

You bring a great light into this world that no one else can bring, and only you know how to shine bright! Some of the girls are confident, and some of the girls are shy. We meet girls who have friends and others who feel all alone. There are girls who can’t help being happy and others who can’t stop feeling sad. We all have to live in the real world. Sometimes that is easy, and sometimes it is hard. But don’t be afraid. Being a Christian means that you are never alone because Jesus is always with you. When you trust in him, he will make you strong. When you lean on him, you will ...