Runaway Radical

Author : Amy Hollingsworth,Jonathan Edward Hollingsworth
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780718031268

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Runaway Radical by Amy Hollingsworth,Jonathan Edward Hollingsworth Pdf

Travel the world, change lives, save souls. (Note: Results not typical.) A young idealist heeds the call to radical obedience, gives away all of his belongings and shaking off the fetters of a complacent life, travels halfway around the world. There he discovers, among the poor and the fatherless of West Africa, that he has only surrendered to a new kind of captivity. There is no doubt that young people today are fully invested in social and human rights issues. They start their own nonprofits, they run their own charities, they raise money for worthy causes. Books on saving the world abound, topping the bestsellers’ lists, fueling the drive to prove not only commitment to the world but devotion to God. Now there is a new crop of books starting to emerge, detailing the consequences of trying to save a world that is not ours to save. But none of these books tell the story thatRunaway Radical tells; this is the first book to highlight the painful personal consequences of the new radicalism, documenting in heartbreaking detail what happens when a young person becomes entrapped instead of liberated by its call. His radical resolve now shaken, he returns home to rebuild his life and his faith. Runaway Radical serves as an important and cautionary tale for all who lead and participate in compassion activism, in the art of doing good— both overseas and at home— amidst this new culture of radical Christian service.

Author : Peter Urben
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 2680 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080523404

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Bretherick's Handbook of Reactive Chemical Hazards by Peter Urben Pdf

Bretherick’s Handbook of Reactive Chemical Hazards is an assembly of all reported risks such as explosion, fire, toxic or high-energy events that result from chemical reactions gone astray, with extensive referencing to the primary literature. It is designed to improve safety in laboratories that perform chemical synthesis and general research, as well as chemical manufacturing plants. Entries are ordered by empirical formula and indexed under both name(s) and Chemical Abstracts Registry Numbers. This two-volume compendium focuses on reactivity risks of chemicals, alone and in combination; toxicity hazards are only included for unexpected reactions giving volatile poisons Predict, avoid, and control reactivity danger with this latest edition of the leading guide Covers every chemical with documented information on reactive hazards; more than 5,000 entries on single elements or compounds, and 5,000 entries on the interactions between two or more compounds Includes five years of new reports, new references to the primary literature, and amplification to existing entries Links similar compounds or incidents that are not obviously related

Author : Maureen Miner,Mark Stephens
Publisher : IAP
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781648022906

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Identifying as Christian in an Alien Public Arena by Maureen Miner,Mark Stephens Pdf

Although Christianity is the world’s largest religion, there is confusion over what it means to be Christian within contemporary society. For individuals it is difficult to find, form, or receive a Christian identity, let alone maintain one within a secular world. Within organizations such as the church and professions there is often a disconnection between public and private identities and the reality of being Christian in our culture. For society there is the problem of disparate portrayals of Christianity, the marginalized status of Christianity with an associated lack of influence of Christians on our society, and the ongoing shaping of Christian identity by the public arena itself. Associated questions are: should Christians try to engage in, and even shape, the public arena and if so, how? This volume examines the problem of confused and misunderstood Christian identity in a post-Christian age. It suggests ways of shaping Christian identity for the benefit of individuals and for the common good. The importance of well-formed Christian identities is illustrated by research and analysis of selected professions so that the public life of Christians can be more fulfilling and effective. This book will be valuable for all those who are interested in religious identity within a secular society. People of faith and religious organizations will benefit from a penetrating analysis of what it means to be Christian today. Similarly, those whose work involves the church, counseling, education and the performing arts will find specific applications that address concerns about faith in the workplace.

Author : Mihir Kumar Purkait,Piyal Mondal,Murchana Changmai,Vikranth Volli,Chi-Min Shu
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000362404

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Hazards and Safety in Process Industries by Mihir Kumar Purkait,Piyal Mondal,Murchana Changmai,Vikranth Volli,Chi-Min Shu Pdf

Safety in process industries is of utmost necessity to ensure protection from hazards. The aim of this book is to elucidate the hazards and preventive measures for a few of such specific industrial processes. Starting with overview of the prevalent industrial accidents, types of hazards and safety provisions, the book contains nineteen chapters with each one of them consisting of a unique case study comprising of basic causes, results and discussion, and protective measures to be adopted to overcome such situation. Topics covered include caprolactam storage tank accident, fire explosion accident caused by static electricity, and human factors risk and management in process safety and so forth. Aimed at researchers, professionals, graduate students in Chemical Engineering, Safety Management, Risk Assessment, Chemical Process Safety, this book: Provides exhaustive coverage of industrial case studies on their hazards and safety issues in the process industry set-up. Includes quantitative discussion on new and existing technologies and methodologies. Explores high quality descriptive and quantified data for better visualization of each chapter. Gives detailed description on various industrial accidents, their related consequences and available safety/preventive measures. Discusses preventive measures taken by world class industries in their production plants.

Author : Neville Kirk
Publisher : Manchester University Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : 0719042380

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Change, Continuity and Class by Neville Kirk Pdf

EU security governance assesses the effectiveness of the EU as a security actor. The book has two distinct features. Firstly, it is the first systematic study of the different economic, political and military instruments employed by the EU in the performance of four different security functions. The book demonstrates that the EU has emerged as an important security actor, not only in the non-traditional areas of security, but increasingly as an entity with force projection capabilities. Secondly, the book represents an important step towards redressing conceptual gaps in the study of security governance, particularly as it pertains to the European Union. The book links the challenges of governing Europe's security to the changing nature of the state, the evolutionary expansion of the security agenda, and the growing obsolescence of the traditional forms and concepts of security cooperation.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780595232499

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The New American Majority by Anonim Pdf

Author : E.H.H. Green
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2005-08-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9781134763887

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The Crisis of Conservatism by E.H.H. Green Pdf

The Crisis of Conservatism 1880-1914 offers a new interpretation of Conservative politics in the period 1880-1914 and comes to the startling conclusion that, but for the intervention of the First World War, there may well have been a 'Strange Death of Tory England.'

Author : Francis M. Vanek PhD
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2024-04-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781663259509

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Energy Literacy for Climate Action: by Francis M. Vanek PhD Pdf

This book is a vital resource for all those who want to play their part in confronting what has been called “the greatest challenge of our time.” This layperson’s guide will help you understand the technologies and systems needed to achieve true sustainability. It explains how we can reduce greenhouse emissions, improve energy efficiency across the economy, develop a diverse portfolio of carbon-neutral energy sources, and harvest energy from nature (solar, wind, hydro, and other sources) as well as from the waste stream. It also examines innovative new solutions for moving and storing energy in buildings, industry, and transportation. With over 140 helpful figures and tables, this book provides the “energy literacy” needed to participate in this essential transition to sustainability, both as energy consumers and as citizen-participants in the decisions made by society.

Author : Norman E. Saul
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 678 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015031873311

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Concord and Conflict by Norman E. Saul Pdf

Between 1867 - the year of the Alaskan purchase - and the beginning of World War I, Russian and American dignitaries, diplomats, businessmen, writers, tourists, and entertainers crossed between the two countries in surprisingly great numbers. Concord and Conflict provides the first comprehensive investigation of this highly transformational and fateful era in Russian-American relations. Excavating previously unmined Russian and American archives, Norman Saul illuminates these fifty significant - and open - years of association between the two countries. He explores the flow and fluctuation of economic, diplomatic, social, and cultural affairs; the personal and professional conflicts and scandals; and the evolution of each nation's perception of the other.

Author : Bradley Jersak
Publisher : Plain Truth Ministries
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781889973173

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A More Christlike God by Bradley Jersak Pdf

Whether our notions of ‘god’ are personal projections or inherited traditions, author and theologian Brad Jersak proposes a radical reassessment, arguing for A More Christlike God: a More Beautiful Gospel. If Christ is “the image of the invisible God, the radiance of God’s glory and exact representation of God’s likeness,” what if we conceived of God as completely Christlike—the perfect Incarnation of self-giving, radically forgiving, co-suffering love? What if God has always been and forever will be ‘cruciform’ (cross-shaped) in his character and actions? A More Christlike God suggests that such a God would be very good news indeed—a God who Jesus “unwrathed” from dead religion, a Love that is always toward us, and a Grace that pours into this suffering world through willing, human partners.

Author : John Parkhill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1860
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0021930549

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The Life and Opinions of Arthur Sneddon, an Autobiography by John Parkhill Pdf

Author : Marie Alexandrine Martin
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : History
ISBN : 0520070526

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Cambodia, a Shattered Society by Marie Alexandrine Martin Pdf

Drawing from 25 years of research and travel in Cambodia, the French anthropologist Marie Alexandrine Martin provides a new perspective on the Khmer Rouge's rise to power and the Vietnamese occupation of the country.

Author : William Marvel
Publisher : UNC Press Books
Page : 491 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-10
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781469661865

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Radical Sacrifice by William Marvel Pdf

Born into a distinguished military family, Fitz John Porter (1822-1901) was educated at West Point and breveted for bravery in the war with Mexico. Already a well-respected officer at the outset of the Civil War, as a general in the Union army he became a favorite of George B. McClellan, who chose him to command the Fifth Corps of the Army of the Potomac. Porter and his troops fought heroically and well at Gaines's Mill and Malvern Hill. His devotion to the Union cause seemed unquestionable until fellow Union generals John Pope and Irvin McDowell blamed him for their own battlefield failures at Second Bull Run. As a confidant of the Democrat and limited-war proponent McClellan, Porter found himself targeted by Radical Republicans intent on turning the conflict to the cause of emancipation. He made the perfect scapegoat, and a court-martial packed with compliant officers dismissed him for disobedience of orders and misconduct before the enemy. Porter tenaciously pursued vindication after the war, and in 1879 an army commission finally reviewed his case, completely exonerating him. Obstinately partisan resistance from old Republican enemies still denied him even nominal reinstatement for six more years. This revealing new biography by William Marvel cuts through received wisdom to show Fitz John Porter as he was: a respected commander whose distinguished career was ruined by political machinations within Lincoln's administration. Marvel lifts the cloud that shadowed Porter over the last four decades of his life, exposing the spiteful Radical Republicans who refused to restore his rank long after his exoneration and never restored his benefits. Reexamining the relevant primary evidence from the full arc of Porter's life and career, Marvel offers significant insights into the intersections of politics, war, and memory.

Author : Allan Aubrey Boesak
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725285934

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Selfless Revolutionaries by Allan Aubrey Boesak Pdf

At this historic moment of global revolutions for social justice inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement, the philosophy of Black Consciousness has reemerged and gripped the imagination of a new generation, and of the merciless exposure by COVD-19 of the devastating, long-existent fault lines in our societies. Frantz Fanon, James Baldwin, and Steve Biko have been rediscovered and reclaimed. In this powerful book Black liberation theologian and activist Allan Boesak explores the deep connections between Black Consciousness, Black theology, and the struggles against racism, domination, and imperial brutality across the world today. In a careful, meticulous, and sometimes surprising rereading of Steve Biko's classic, I Write What I Like, Boesak reflects on the astounding relevance of Black Consciousness for the current academic debates on decolonization and coloniality, Africanity and imperialism, as well as for the struggles for freedom, justice, and human dignity in the streets. With passion, forthrightness, and inspiring eloquence Boesak brings his considerable political experience and deep theological insight to bear in his argument for a global ethic of solidarity and resistance in the ongoing struggles against empire. Beginning with Biko's "Where do we go from here?," progressing to Baldwin's "the fire next time," and ending with Martin Luther King Jr.'s "There is no stopping short of victory," this is a sobering, hopeful, and inspiring book.

Author : Elena K. Abbott
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781108491549

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Beacons of Liberty by Elena K. Abbott Pdf

The fascinating story of how free African Americans and runaway slaves crossed international borders to fight for freedom and racial justice.