Examining the vivid, often apocalyptic church murals of Peru from the early colonial period through the nineteenth century, Heaven, Hell, and Everything in Between explores the sociopolitical situation represented by the artists who generated these murals for rural parishes. Arguing that the murals were embedded in complex networks of trade, commerce, and the exchange of ideas between the Andes and Europe, Ananda Cohen Suarez also considers the ways in which artists and viewers worked through difficult questions of envisioning sacredness. This study brings to light the fact that, unlike the murals of New Spain, the murals of the Andes possess few direct visual connections to a pre-Columbian painting tradition; the Incas’ preference for abstracted motifs created a problem for visually translating Catholic doctrine to indigenous congregations, as the Spaniards were unable to read Inca visual culture. Nevertheless, as Cohen Suarez demonstrates, colonial murals of the Andes can be seen as a reformulation of a long-standing artistic practice of adorning architectural spaces with images that command power and contemplation. Drawing on extensive secondary and archival sources, including account books from the churches, as well as on colonial Spanish texts, Cohen Suarez urges us to see the murals not merely as decoration or as tools of missionaries but as visual archives of the complex negotiations among empire, communities, and individuals.

This is a story of a woman who is bilingual and bicultural. After college she literally bulldozed her way to higher rungs on the corporate hierarchy in a male dominated business environment of advertising in Japan. She has her stories of how she got there, giving tips on how women trying to rise higher on the corporate ladder where not just "glass" ceilings exist, but "concrete" ceilings. She also describes her observations on the cultural, political and economic differences and upheavals of the recent times as well as developments between the US and Japan, and her observations of other countries in Europe, South America, Australia, New Zealand and the Asian countries as far as India, countries where she traveled on business and her vacations with her husband. And how she is today, when she decided to become a writer after she turned sixty-five. She has shown that there is life after retirement, that there are other ways to pursue development of a "second" career. Though pessimistic at times, she always relied on her optimism to achieve fulfillment. The book is full of hope, both yet unachieved and those achieved.

An international speaker and executive consultant reveals how personality is the key to professional success in today’s changing business landscape. As workplaces become more digitized and automated, our mindsets and personal relationships become increasingly important. We all have one shot to make a lasting impact and succeed in tomorrow’s markets. Innovators with the changemaker mindset know how to seize that opportunity when it comes. All business adventures start with a focus on the self. When you have confidence in who you are, you’ll have the flexibility to roll with the punches and come out on top. Whether your goal is to lead a self-determined life, position your company for the future, or be a successful part of a team, external change starts with internal transformation. With The Changemaker Mindset, you’ll master the three Ps of personal development:Purpose: know what motivates you and identify your core principles.People: build a strong inner circle of peers, because nobody wins alone.Persistence: develop the confidence to take action, navigate setbacks, and implement change.

What once was lost will soon be found locked away so far underground. Holding close a hand of hellfire the razor's edge walks a reluctant liar. From far above a fierce little dove grants mercy to a lion she will always love. She was born with a purpose ever so kind, to take his heart and ease his mind. Born of starfire and bound to each other, much about themselves they still must discover. He wandered the earth never to be tamed, until from the lips of an angel he was finally named. A soul nothing if not wild, stilled by one with a touch so gentle and mild. In this glassy prison so low nothing is what it seems, answers to unknown questions are revealed if only in dreams. She will teach him he is not alone, give life again to a heart of stone. In each other's arms they slowly dance, who's to say which was given a second chance? Piece by piece they traded their heart, these star-crossed lovers not even death can part.

At last a Christian book that dares to explore the forbidden and answer the unanswerable. With clarity and vision, Heaven, Hell, and Other Bible Controversies deftly elucidates Biblical issues previously shrouded in darkness and decisively settles Biblical controversies long wrapped in endless debate. This long-awaited book examines and illuminates issues like the true nature of Heaven and Hell, salvation for non-believers and departed souls, and preexistence and reincarnation. And it does so by pointing out what the Bible clearly states on these topics. What separates this book even further from others is that it instantly transforms controversial opinions into hard Biblical facts primarily by total-Bible contextualization and by direct translation of Old and New Testament verses from the original Biblical languages. Finally, and most importantly, Heaven, Hell, and other Bible Controversies underscores that the truth behind all of these controversies is our need to grow in the most important area in mankind’s past, present, and future—our spirituality—and that the key to spiritual growth is love.

Raised in Hell. Living in Buffalo. And on the verge of accidentally destroying both realms... Dark angel and actuary Evangeline Thayer hates taking unnecessary risks, but she knows becoming human will be worth it. All the creatures in Hell have bullied her about her negligible ‘power’ her whole life. And don’t get her started on why she has wings if she can’t even fly?!? She just needs a teensy bit of help with removing her power...which is where a very hot, very flirty, and absolutely infuriating Nephilim comes in. Half-angel Gideon Durand has been fighting demons a long time, but he’s never heard of a dark angel. Least of all one this gorgeous, stubborn, and with the power to completely nullify evil. Maybe in Hell, that’s a weakness—but with an unknown evil on the loose and murdering Nephilim?—that’s a damned useful skill. So Gideon strikes a deal with Evangeline: he’ll scratch her wings...if she’ll scratch his. Now good and evil are—temporarily—working together. And might even be having steamy fun...if it wasn’t for a rather inconvenient threat trying to unleash the apocalypse, once and for all. Each book in the Unlocking His Heart series is STANDALONE: * Imperfect Angel * Hell of an Angel

Harlequin Presents – May 2024 – Box Set 1 of 2 Title: Harlequin Presents – May 2024 – Box Set 1 of 2 BCC Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: TWO SECRETS TO SHOCK THE ITALIAN by USA TODAY bestselling author Lynne Graham Discovering she was pregnant with twins changed the course of Scarlett Pearson’s life. Knowing love wasn’t on his agenda, she fled her fling with guarded billionaire Aristide Angelico – her babies deserved more. Aristide can’t forget his blazing chemistry with Scarlett, or that she ended their affair. Reunited two years on, he’s appalled to discover the fire between them still burns. Determined to regain control, Aristide invites her to Italy, only to be floored by Scarlett’s secret twin revelation…and his instant need to claim his family! A WEDDING NEGOTIATION WITH HER BOSS (A Secrets of Billionaires’ Secretaries novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Cathy Williams It’s tycoon Gabriel’s job to expect the unexpected. But finding himself suddenly attracted to his oh-so-sensible secretary was not on the playboy’s to-do list. Particularly as Gabriel is finalizing a crucial deal. One with a twist: he needs a bride and fast. Used to hiding behind her professional office suits, Helen is completely out of her comfort zone acting the part of devoted fiancée. Especially when their diamond deal is complicated by the heated awareness between her and her infuriatingly handsome boss… ENEMIES AT THE GREEK ALTAR (A The Teras Wedding Challenge novel) by Jackie Ashenden Andromeda Lane will never forgive Poseidon Teras for destroying her family – except he’s just asked for her hand! Knowing all the devastatingly handsome tycoon wants is to secure his inheritance, Andie’s every instinct is to refuse his billion-dollar proposal. But he’s vowing to support her late sister’s charity… Standing at the altar, Poseidon is sure he’s got everything he wants, without any risk. Then their binding kiss as man and wife unleashes an unexpected, dangerous craving! Now, the world’s most legendary playboy realizes the bride who detests him is what he wants most! THE TYCOON’S DIAMOND DEMAND by Joss Wood Self-made CEO Jens Nilson has spent the past decade trying to even the score against the woman who jilted him and her father who almost destroyed him. The best way to do that? Demand Maja Hagen marry him – and leave her the altar. After Maja fled their elopement, she built herself a new life away from her father’s tyranny. She won’t let Jens jeopardize that, even if it means accepting his proposal! But their rekindled desire is already threatening to incinerate her every defense against him… For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents May 2024 Box Set – 2 of 2

ANGEL OF Darkness – The Fallen, Book One Angels of death do not feel. They do not need. They do not lust. They do not love. They carry out their jobs. They take souls. Or at least…that is what they are supposed to do, until Keenan, a powerful angel of death, refuses to take his latest charge on a blood-soaked New Orleans night. He should have touched Nicole St. James, a sweet schoolteacher slated to die, but instead…he took the vampire attacking her. With one touch, Keenan changed fate, and he fell from heaven. Keenan’s wings burned away in the fall. Without his wings, he’s hit with every single human emotion—and need. And his entire focus is on the woman who cost him everything. He hunts Nicole, tracks her, but is stunned to see that she has become a vampire. A vampire and a Fallen aren’t supposed to bond, and they sure aren’t supposed to become mates, but some desires just can’t be contained. ANGEL BETRAYED – The Fallen, Book Two Sammael. His name is whispered. He is feared. Once upon a time, Sammael—Sam to his enemies—was the most powerful angel of death in heaven. But he went rogue and was cast down to live with humans. Since Sam is well acquainted with sin, he enjoys being earthbound. He’s a supernatural powerhouse, the baddest of the bad, and he always gets what he wants. And right now, he wants…her. Seline O’Shaw tempts Sam. Torments him. And he knows that he should not trust her—not for a moment. But lust and trust don’t have to go hand in hand, so Sam takes what he wants. There is magic that whispers in the air around Seline. Magic that can tempt someone even as strong as Sam. Too bad that her job is to kill him… ANGEL IN CHAINS – The Fallen, Book Three Azrael—Az—hates life in the human realm. He once ruled as an angel of death in heaven, but he fell in a fiery descent that burned away his precious wings. Now he’s determined to regain his grace and the way to do that? Well, she might have just fallen straight into his lap. Jade Pierce is being stalked by a very dangerous ex—a panther shifter who has made her life a living hell. But a new protector has emerged for Jade. A Fallen who is more powerful than any being she’s ever met. Az swears that he can protect her. That he can handle any challenge thrown his way. The problem? The closer Az is to his little human, the more his control begins to crack. AVENGING ANGEL – The Fallen, Book Four A shifter sliced her wings away…and now an angel is trapped in hell. Or, trapped in the mortal realm. Same thing. Because to former angel Marna, living with the humans and the other paranormal beings is hell. A savage attack took her wings away, and all she wants to do is get revenge. Angels aren’t supposed to want revenge. They aren’t supposed to hate. They aren’t supposed to feel any emotion. But without her wings, Marna is powerless against the onslaught of human emotions that are bombarding her. Panther shifter Tanner Chance wants to protect Marna. He found her in the woods after his own brother sliced away her beautiful wings. Tanner knows that Marna hates him, and all he wants to do is help her to heal. Tanner’s inner beast recognizes Marna for what she really is…his mate. He craves her, he needs her…and he will do anything to claim her as his.

Christianity, Islam, and Judaism all feature ideas about heaven, hell, and afterlife, and these concepts have evolved over time within these religions. This work supplies a detailed and coherent understanding of the broad scope of spiritual thinking in the last 3,000 years within the Abrahamic traditions. Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife: Eternity in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam provides an all-encompassing examination of historic and contemporary perspectives on afterlife in Western religions. In these three volumes, Judaic, Christian, and Muslim scholars join forces, providing an unprecedented review of their individual faith's traditions. Every significant issue and major theme is discussed; no controversial topic is avoided. From ancient doctrines to modern-day outlooks of conservatives, progressives, and liberals in all three religions, all are analyzed and presented here. The framework of the volumes underscores how the ethics and concepts of eternity in the Western "action" religions contrast with Eastern religions that tend to be characterized as "passive" or "withdrawal" religions in their ethics and their notions of afterlife as absorption within universal spirit, Nirvana, or nonexistence. This work is well-suited for undergraduate and graduate students, general readers interested in religion, and professional scholars, particularly those in fields corollary to religious study.