Download or read book Twelve Against the Gods written by William Bolitho and published by Diversion Books. This book was released on 2018-09-25 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An instant bestseller when first published in 1929—biographies of twelve bold individuals from history and what they did to separate themselves from the pack. In his trademark journalist style, author William Bolitho details the lives of twelve great adventurers—Alexander the Great, Casanova, Christopher Columbus, Mahomet, Lola Montez, Cagliostro (and Seraphina), Charles XII of Sweden, Napoleon I, Lucius Sergius Catiline, Napoleon III, Isadora Duncan, and Woodrow Wilson. Bolitho elucidates both the struggles and successes that made these figures so iconic, and demonstrates how they all battled convention and conformity to achieve enduring fame and notoriety. “We are born adventurers,” Bolitho writes, “and the love of adventures never leaves us till we are very old; old, timid men, in whose interest it is that adventure should quite die out. This is why all the poets are on one side, and all the laws on the other; for laws are made by, and usually for, old men.” Though his essays are nearly one hundred years old, they encompass the timeless values of perseverance, bravery, and strength of spirit that have proven to resonate with the pioneers and thought leaders of today. “It’s really quite good.” —Elon Musk “Twelve Against the Gods provides an interesting perspective on what drove and impeded this group of adventurers . . . A good read for anyone who’s interested in history or looking to find some motivation to switch things up and break the rules.” —Áine Cain, Business Insider “I think Twelve Against the Gods is also very appropriate for this day and age. We need adventurers, and there still are a lot of adventurers.” —China Ryall, daughter of William Bolitho

Download or read book The God Adventure written by Terry Meeuwsen and published by Multnomah. This book was released on 2005 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Terry Meeuwsen, cohost of The 700 Club and Living the Life, issues a challenge to believers everywhere to exchange their safe, status quo existence for the eternal impact of a lifelong "God adventure." This book was born out of an unexpected detour late in Meeuwsen's life that led her and her husband to adopt three sisters from the Ukraine. A testimony to God's provision and faithfulness, hers is an adoption story reminiscent of God's choosing us to be a part of His family and extending the invitation to join Him in unexpected, uncertain, unpredictable God adventures. But this is much more than one family's story. It is the call of God to His people--to set aside our plans, sacrifice our comforts, share our blessings, and walk where the path is not always clear. God Wants You Out of Control When God says, "Follow Me," He doesn't usually provide a road map. And that's the beauty of The God Adventure. It's an open invitation to a lifetime off the beaten path. Terry Meeuwsen, cohost of The 700 Club, beckons the tentative to experience the thrill of saying yes to God and "So long!" to their comfort zones. For Terry and her husband, in their fifties, living the God adventure would mean adopting three Ukrainian sisters--in addition to the four children they already had! But the Meeuwsens have never regretted telling the Lord they would be risk-takers for Him. And you won't, either. So say goodbye to the familiar rut. Set aside your plans. Beautiful surprises abound when you embark on the God adventure! Inspiration/Motivation/General ISBN 1-59052-250-8 Story Behind the Book Terry Meeuwsen is one of America's most successful Christian broadcasters--known and loved by many who watch her every day on CBN's The 700 Club. With her husband, Andy Friedrich, she was already a busy 50-something mother of four when she sensed the Lord calling her--quietly but insistently--into a stunning God adventure: to open her heart and her home to three orphaned Ukrainian sisters she had never met. Through daily steps of faith and surrender, what seemed impossible became a reality. Now the Friedrich children number seven. And at every turn, Terry sees more evidence that the extraordinary life God wants for each of us is always only one step away.

Download or read book The Adventures of Thor the Thunder God written by and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2007 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stories of Norse Thunder God Thor, adapted for modern young audiences.

Download or read book Gold of the Gods written by Bear Grylls and published by Random House. This book was released on 2008 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lost in the jungle! Bruno is on a trip to Colombia in his school holidays. His anthropologist uncle has taken him along on a visit to Don Rafael de Castillo, a descendent of a great explorer who is claimed to have discovered a lost City of Gold. But the secret of the city died with the explorer — until now. . . . A fast-paced, new adventure full of real survival details and tips.

Download or read book Adventures of God Volume 1 written by Matteo Ferrazzi and published by Rocketship Entertainment. This book was released on 2021-11-09 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lot of God’s most bizarre decisions throughout history make a lot more sense once you realise he’s just a bumbling old man with poor long term memory and a drinking problem. In this book you will learn why He got rid of dinosaurs, why it took Him so long to talk Abraham out of killing his son, and all about His complicated relationship with Satan. This volume contains the first 50 episodes of the popular Ringo Award nominated webcomic! Legal disclaimer: you might go to Hell for laughing, we decline all liability. Created by the team of Matteo Ferrazzi and Corey Jay. Adventures of God is a critically acclaimed ongoing webcomic which earned a Ringo nomination for Best Humor. For the first time, this hit series is collected in print.

Download or read book The Travel Gods Must Be Crazy written by Sudha Mahalingam and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2019-04-25 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever suffered the collective flatulence of eighty co-passengers while sailing on a serene Asian river? Or called out for rescue in true Bollywood style while locked up in a minaret in Persia? Or had to cross a pack of hyenas en route to the loo? Dreaming of glorious sunrises and architectural marvels in exotic places, Sudha often landed up in situations that were uproariously bizarre or downright dangerous. Tongue firmly in cheek, she recounts her journeys through the raw wildernesses of Borneo and the African savannah, into the deserts of Iran and Uzbekistan, and up the Annapurna and the Pamirs, revealing the quirky side of solo travel to side-splitting effect. Punctuating her droll stories with breathtaking descriptions and stunning photographs, Sudha invites readers on an unexpected and altogether memorable tour around the world!

Download or read book Adventures in God written by John G. Lake and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2011-09-13 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lake was originally from Ontario, Canada. He was from a large family, which was continually affected with illness. At the age of twenty-one, he became a Methodist minister; however, he chose to enter the business world instead of accepting a church ministry. Lake was a very industrious businessman and started two newspapers before beginning a very successful career in real estate. Early in his career, Lake's wife, whom he deeply loved, fell ill with a life threatening illness. Having a lifetime of suffering and bereavement behind him, he refused to accept this. He took the radical step of taking 'his brother who had been an invalid for 22 years to Chicago see John Alexander Dowie . In a matter of just moments after healing ministers laid their hands on him, he was healed -- he got up and walked out! Next, the Lakes took their 34-year-old sister who was dying from breast cancer. She had been operated on five times and had to be carried on a stretcher. She too was healed!

Download or read book Adventures With the Gods written by Catharine F. Sellew and published by . This book was released on 1945 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sixteen myths telling of the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece.

Download or read book Adventures with the Gods written by Catharine F. Sellew and published by . This book was released on 1956 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Mythical Adventures Greek Gods and Heroes for Kids Engaging Tales of Ancient Legends written by Elena Northwood and published by Elena Northwood. This book was released on with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the captivating world of Greek mythology with "Mythical Adventures: Greek Gods and Heroes for Kids." This enchanting collection brings to life the legendary tales of gods, heroes, and mythical creatures, crafted especially for young readers. Inside this beautifully illustrated book, your child will discover: Engaging Stories: Follow the thrilling adventures of Zeus, Athena, Hercules, and other iconic figures from Greek mythology. Educational Content: Learn about the rich history and cultural significance of ancient Greece, making mythology accessible and exciting. Magical Illustrations: Enjoy vibrant and colorful illustrations that bring each story to life, sparking your child's imagination. Inspiring Themes: Explore timeless themes of bravery, wisdom, and adventure that encourage positive values and life lessons. Ideal for children aged 6-12, "Mythical Adventures" combines the magic of storytelling with the educational value of ancient mythology. Perfect for bedtime, classroom, or any time your child craves a heroic adventure. Customer Reviews: "★★★★★ - My kids love these Greek mythology stories! They are both educational and fun, perfect for bedtime." "★★★★★ - A beautifully illustrated collection that introduces children to the fascinating world of Greek myths. Highly recommended!" Embark on a journey through ancient Greece and introduce your child to the heroic tales of Greek mythology today! Order your copy of "Mythical Adventures: Greek Gods and Heroes for Kids" now and inspire a lifelong love of stories and history.

Download or read book The Adventures of Ulysses written by Bernard Evslin and published by Graymalkin + ORM. This book was released on 2023-04-13 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The legendary adventures of the Greek king’s epic journey come to life in a modern retelling of The Odyssey that’s “an unmitigated delight” (School Library Journal). In their ten-year siege of Troy, the Greeks claim victory thanks to the cunning wit of Ulysses, King of Ithaca, who devised the infamous Trojan Horse. Now, with the epic war finally finished, Ulysses sets sail for home—but his journey will be long and arduous. Having angered Poseidon, god of the sea, Ulysses and his men are thrown off course by a raging storm and forced to wander the perilous world for another ten years. On his epic trek, Ulysses must match wits and strength with man-eating Sirens, a towering Cyclops, the witch-goddess Circe, and a slew of other deadly foes. Meanwhile, in Ithaca, his wife, Penelope, and son, Telemachus, contend with a rowdy mob of suitors who have taken over their home in an attempt to usurp the absent ruler’s place.

Download or read book The Adventures of Hermes God of Thieves written by Murielle Szac and published by Pushkin Children's Books. This book was released on 2015-11-10 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow Hermes on 100 unforgettable journeys across the fascinating, colourful world of Greek mythology. The young god is determined to have adventures from the very moment of his unusual birth, stealing sacred cows, discovering fire and inventing the lyre and flute. With his tumbling brown curls and cheerful fearlessness, he charms his fellow gods: mighty Apollo, mournful Artemis, beautiful Aphrodite, and even the king of the gods, his father, Zeus himself. He will drink the nectar of Olympus and discover the truth about the immortals, from their first moments and worst monsters to their greatest loves and most terrible battles-but Hermes won't let any of it distract him from that whole wide world of good fun...

Download or read book The Adventures of Athena and Odysseus written by N. G. Maroudas and published by Troubador Publishing. This book was released on 2010-12 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of a homecoming to Ithaca, set in Ancient Greece. When Athena learns that Odysseus is in trouble, she has to go and help him... But will she make it in time? God meets mortal in this charming children's book. Both gods and humans develop as events unfold. When Odysseus tries to slay his last fleeing enemies, Athena opens his eyes to read what Father Zeus has written in the sky: that human kind must learn human kindness. When Zeus gets promotion and tries to control the British weather as well as the sunny Greek sky, He learns just how surprising this Universe can be. But however far She may stray from Her blue Mediterranean, or however near She may be, Athena will always keep a soft spot for that wily hero from the little island of Ithaca.

Download or read book Epic Adventures of Odysseus written by Blake Hoena and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2016-08 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Interactive adventures about the mythical Greek hero Odysseus in You Choose format"--

Download or read book Adventures of the Greek Heroes written by Mollie McLean and published by HMH Books For Young Readers. This book was released on 1973-05 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains the stories of some of the poems told by Greek poets at Olympia.

Download or read book Twilight of the Gods written by Mark Clapham and published by Virgin Books Limited. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's time to return to the shattered, bleeding ruins of Dellah, where the gods are still toying with the Dellahans who survived the crusades and the slaughters. Professor Summerfield has no idea how she can defeat beings with the powers of deities; she knows only that if she fails, the galaxy will be torn apart by endless war.

Download or read book Gods of the Blue Mountains written by Fred Rayworth and published by Newlink Publishing. This book was released on 2018-10-12 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a friend in need of a special ingredient to save his life, he asks Meleena for help. She answers his call. But, as it happens when she volunteers, there's always a catch.