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There are many forms of liberation - some that exist at the mercy of circumstance and others that can never be taken away. In this collection of stories, essays, poems, and letters from death-row inmate Jarvis Jay Masters, he explores the meaning of true freedom on his road to inner peace through Buddhist practice. He reveals the life of a young man surrounded by violence, his entanglement in the criminal justice system, and - following an encounter with Tibetan Buddhist teacher Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche - an unfolding commitment to nonviolence and peacemaking.

When orphans Ben and Jennet arrive in the seaside town of Whitby to stay with Alice Boston, they have no idea what to expect. Ben is gifted with 'the sight', which gives him the power to see things invisible to other mortals. But a darkness is stalking the streets of Whitby, bringing with it fear and death.

Welcome to The Iteration Lab, a podcast from Jarvis Consulting Group where we explore how today’s leaders are shaped - by their history, their heroes, their heartbreaks, and their hopes. Hosted by Mike Corbett, Co-Founder and CEO of Jarvis Consulting Group, the show goes beyond the titles to focus on the people. Each episode features conversations with business and technology leaders across industries, examining the pivotal moments that shaped their careers, the people and mindsets that guide them, the setbacks that tested them, and their hopes for the future. Through these conversations,...

In Ancient Code, a group of experts will harness a power so great that our ancestors were in awe of it. This power has been hidden and lost. Knowledge of it has been destroyed. Many have sought to rediscover it and wield it and many have fallen foul of their own selfishness. Like mad magicians seeking to rule the world, men of renown have fleetingly seen the incredible nature of this Ancient Code and all too often they have missed the point.

“Eye-opening, thought-provoking, and enlightening.” —USA Today “An indispensable guide to the business logic of the networked era.” —Clay Shirky, author of Here Comes Everybody “A stimulating exercise in thinking really, really big.” —San Jose Mercury News What Would Google Do?...

Welcome to Sky Valley, Georgia - a scenic town set in the heart of Rabun County, full of lush trees, greeneries, mountains, and nice people. It is paradise on earth; a place that you'd aspire to come home to. But gasp some of the people really aren't every nice and this seemingly serene place has secrets hidden within.

Johannes Gutenberg was our first geek, the original technology entrepreneur, who had to grapple with all the challenges a Silicon Valley startup faces today. Jeff Jarvis tells Gutenberg's story from an entrepreneurial perspective, examining how he overcame technology hurdles, how he operated with the secrecy of a Steve Jobs, but then shifted to openness, how he raised capital and mitigated risk, and how, in the end, his cash flow and equity structure did him in.

Highlander Callum MacDonell battled lowland Covenanters at the service of the king. Now charged with hunting an assassin, his journey will lead not to justice, but to a murderer’s passionate Covenanter sister, Mari McEwan. Betrayed and abandoned by the man she loved, Mari faces judgment by a tribunal of her people demanding she name the father of her unborn child, or be exiled from her beloved home and family. Sick and trembling, she knows that she must refuse. And yet, if she does so, a cruel fate awaits her.

When Artemisia Gentileschi arrives in Florence seeking a haven for her art, she faces instant opposition from the powerful Accademia, self-proclaimed guardians of the healing and necrotic magic that protect the city from plague and curses. As artists create their masterpieces, they add layer upon layer of magic drawn from their very life essence into the paint or marble, draining their power but producing works that will heal hundreds and inspire generations.

Black education was a subversive act from its inception. African Americans pursued education through clandestine means, often in defiance of law and custom, even under threat of violence. They developed what Jarvis Givens calls a tradition of "fugitive pedagogy"—a theory and practice of Black education in America. The enslaved learned to read in spite of widespread prohibitions; newly emancipated people braved the dangers of integrating all-White schools and the hardships of building Black schools.

This book shows that the quantitative mathematical models policy makers and government administrators use to form environmental policies are seriously flawed. Based on unrealistic and sometimes false assumptions, these models often yield answers that support unwise policies. Writing for the general, nonmathematician reader, the authors begin with a riveting account of the extinction of the North Atlantic cod on the Grand Banks of Canada.

There are many great books that go into the mechanics of skiing. There are many great "how to" books that dictate how you should ski. But are there any books that help guide the skier in their thinking towards skiing? Ski philosophy is not a prescription to how everyone should ski, but instead offers guidance on achieving the most fluid and efficient movement patterns used by the best ski professionals and recreational skiers out on the slopes

A podcast about feelings... and other things also from Jarvis Johnson & Jordan Adika.

The concluding volume in an epic and terrifying trilogy for teen readers. Throughout the world, Dancing Jax reigns supreme. The Ismus and his court are celebrated and adored, and the Ismus is writing the much-awaited sequel to Dancing Jax. But when someone accidentally reads the manuscript, the...

William Carter is a gifted young codebreaker with no experience beyond the safety of his desk. When he is summoned to London without warning, he finds himself recruited into a team unlike any other. Led by Major Tony Sanders and joined by seasoned operatives Richard Keene and Jamie Hawke, Carter is thrown into the shadows of a war that has not yet begun.

In The Great Gold Rush: A Tale of the Klondike, W. H. P. Jarvis skillfully combines historical narrative with vivid storytelling, transporting listeners to the exhilarating world of the Klondike Gold Rush. From its origins to the individuals involved, Jarvis delves into the complexities of human nature against the backdrop of historical upheaval.

Evasion finds Michael Fernsby on a high-stakes mission to rescue a vital asset from the enemy’s grip in Holland. As Europe falls into chaos, Michael must navigate treacherous territory to fulfil his duty and protect the future of the Allied forces. Meanwhile, Mina works tirelessly with the resistance, her secret broadcasts bringing hope and truth to the German people. With danger lurking at every turn, she becomes a symbol of defiance against Nazi oppression and a key figure in the fight for freedom.

Rachel Benson thought her life was on track with a successful career in PR and a long-term relationship with a nice guy. When they meet for post-work drinks and dinner, she has no way of knowing that a series of seemingly insignificant decisions will send her down a terrifying path. Now she finds herself in the back of a stolen car with three violent strangers, not knowing where she's been taken or what's going to happen to her. She's in a fight for her life, trying to escape her captives and deny the changes she can feel happening to herself as she is led on a crime spree across three states.

Welcome to "Dorm Diaries" – I'm Jayda, a 19-year-old college student in my second year, right here in NYC. This podcast is all about my college journey, and I'm here to help you navigate yours while having a blast along the way. Picture this: college life, a mix of excitement, challenges, and unforgettable experiences. In "Dorm Diaries," it's not just me sharing my personal insights; I'm joined by an incredible lineup of guests, including fellow students and experts. Together, we dive deep into the world of college, sharing stories, laughter, and valuable tips. From tackling the campus maze ...

In the aftermath of their kidnapping, Neil, Luke, and Margo scramble to find their bearings in New Orleans as they are pulled into a plan to stop an ancient force that's decades in the making. Told primarily from the perspectives of the Hallowed Ones' nearest and dearest, Hallowed Book Two explores the various dimensions of loss and emphasizes "what is past is prologue"; further highlighting just how divine humanity truly is.