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African American historian Gerald Early refers to Jack Johnson (1878-1946), the first African American heavyweight champion of the world, as the first African American pop culture icon. Johnson is a seminal and iconic figure in the history of race and sport in America. This manuscript is the translation of a memoir by Johnson that was published in French, has never before been translated, and is virtually unknown. Originally published as a series of articles in 1911 and then in revised form as a book in 1914, it covers Johnson's colorful life and battles, both inside and outside the ring, up until and including his famous defeat of Jim Jeffries in Reno, on July 4, 1910. In addition to the fights themselves, the memoir recounts, among many other things, Johnson's brief and amusing career as a local politician in Galveston, Texas; his experience hunting kangaroos in Australia; and his epic bouts of seasickness. It includes portraits of some of the most famous boxers of the 1900-1915 era—such truly legendary figures as Joe Choynski, Jim Jeffries, Sam McVey, Bob Fitzsimons, Philadelphia Jack O'Brien, and Stanley Ketchel. Johnson comments explicitly on race and the color line in boxing and in American society at large in ways that he probably would not have in a publication destined for an American reading public. The text constitutes genuinely new, previously unavailable material and will be of great interest for the many readers intrigued by Jack Johnson. In addition to providing information about Johnson's life, it is a fascinating exercise in self-mythologizing that provides substantial insights into how Johnson perceived himself and wished to be perceived by others. Johnson's personal voice comes through clearly-brash, clever, theatrical, and invariably charming. The memoir makes it easy to see how and why Johnson served as an important role model for Muhammad Ali and why so many have compared the two.

Prayer is a very powerful tool God has provided for believers. Prayer impacts His sovereign control over their lives. Through prayer, saints can offer up their petitions to God, and intercede on behalf of others. Prayer enables believers to tell God about their concerns and express their total dependency on Him. Prayer cements the Christian armor of truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the word of God (Eph. 6: 11-17). Christians should never worry about anything because they can pray about everything. The Apostle Paul encourages them "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus" (Phil. 4:6-7). Believers should pray without ceasing (1 Thess. 5:17). God is interested in the challenges believers face. Prayer solicits His help in overcoming them (Ps. 55:22). God expects believers to seek His help first (2 Chron. 20:3; Prov. 7:15). There is nothing is too hard for Him (Gen. 18:14; Jer. 32: 27; Luke 1:37). God is greater than any problem believers will ever encounter. Prayer enables the faithful to obtain God's goodness (Ps. 84:11), guidance (Ps. 32:8), strength (Isa. 40:31), grace (2 Cor. 12:9), and forgiveness (1 John 1:9). Believers express their thankfulness to God in prayer (1 Thess. 5:18). Their gratitude signifies the right disposition of mind, and prevailing motives for additional blessings. Prayer, Patience, and Power examines aspects of the prayer life of Moses, Gideon, King Jehoshaphat, Jonah, Nehemiah, and the Apostle Paul who successfully petitioned God. These saints are selected because of the important lessons they convey to Christians today on how to approach God in prayer, and how to wait on His demonstration of power and deliverance. Only one prayer request is discussed for each follower, with biblical confirmation of God's response to their petition. An overview of the life of each believer is provided that, upon further investigation, offers additional evidence of their faith and commitment to God.

Christ is the perfect role model for connecting with God in prayer. While on earth, Christ demonstrated an extraordinary prayer life (Matt.14:23, 26:36; Mark 1:35; Luke 5:16, 6:12. 9:18; John 6:15). Christ commands believers to pray continuously, persistently, and expectantly (Matt. 21:22; Luke 11:1-4). The Apostle Peter indicates Christ "suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth"(1 Pet. 2:21-22). In following Christ's example, believers should walk as He walked (1 John 2:6), love as He loved (John 13:35) and think as He thought (Phil. 2:5). Believers should be steadfast in praying for themselves and others. They should "Pray without ceasing" (1 Thess. 5:17). God promises to hear and answer prayer. For this to occur, union with Christ is required and His example followed. Believers should pray in the character and name of Christ. Prayers should be unselfish and focus on accomplishing God's will and purpose (Luke 22:42).In addition to examining Christ's prayer life, this book, Getting Through to God in Prayer, observes aspects of the prayer life of Job, Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, David, Elijah, Nehemiah and other believers. These followers connected with God and received answers to their prayer requests. Though prayer, they were delivered, energized, and prevented from becoming discouraged, distracted, or anxious about life's situations and circumstances. To connect with God in prayer, believers today should demonstrate the faith and commitment to prayer exhibited by earlier saints. They should be studied and imitated by Christians today to strengthen their own individual prayer lives. Examining how God answered the prayer requests of Old and New Testament believers will provide saints today with hope, confidence, and faith in Him in their own Christian journey.

Papers by academics and administrators from East and West are contained in this volume. Recent macroeconomic policies in the West and the East are examined and new strategies for dealing with economic problems are analyzed.

The acclaimed interior designer shares one hundred tips for bringing the principles of midcentury modern style to any home in this beautifully photographed volume. With its minimalist elegance and nostalgic warmth, Midcentury modern style continues to capture the American consciousness. We see it everywhere from television shows to fashion runways. Yet, not all of us can live in a pedigreed midcentury home. Now, Springs interior designer Christopher Kennedy demonstrates how the principles of midcentury design can be applied to the most unassuming spaces. Making Midcentury Modern offers one hundred foolproof tips for introducing modernist design into a contemporary home. In line with forward-thinking designers of the midcentury, the simple yet inspiring ideas in this book are presented alongside stunning color photography.

African American historian Gerald Early refers to Jack Johnson (1878-1946), the first African American heavyweight champion of the world, as the first African American pop culture icon. Johnson is a seminal and iconic figure in the history of race and sport in America. This manuscript is the translation of a memoir by Johnson that was published in French, has never before been translated, and is virtually unknown. Originally published as a series of articles in 1911 and then in revised form as a book in 1914, it covers Johnson's colorful life and battles, both inside and outside the ring, up until and including his famous defeat of Jim Jeffries in Reno, on July 4, 1910. In addition to the fights themselves, the memoir recounts, among many other things, Johnson's brief and amusing career as a local politician in Galveston, Texas; his experience hunting kangaroos in Australia; and his epic bouts of seasickness. It includes portraits of some of the most famous boxers of the 1900-1915 era—such truly legendary figures as Joe Choynski, Jim Jeffries, Sam McVey, Bob Fitzsimons, Philadelphia Jack O'Brien, and Stanley Ketchel. Johnson comments explicitly on race and the color line in boxing and in American society at large in ways that he probably would not have in a publication destined for an American reading public. The text constitutes genuinely new, previously unavailable material and will be of great interest for the many readers intrigued by Jack Johnson. In addition to providing information about Johnson's life, it is a fascinating exercise in self-mythologizing that provides substantial insights into how Johnson perceived himself and wished to be perceived by others. Johnson's personal voice comes through clearly-brash, clever, theatrical, and invariably charming. The memoir makes it easy to see how and why Johnson served as an important role model for Muhammad Ali and why so many have compared the two.

The award-winning author of The Personal Librarian delivers an unforgettable story of a marriage caught at the crossroads of passion and rage—the inspiration for four Lifetime original movies. Chastity Jeffries and Xavier King come from very different backgrounds, though they have one thing in common: they’re both living with family secrets. Chastity is the only child of a prominent pastor and has been raised with privilege, but her father’s testimony as a philanderer and her mom’s role as dutiful wife have tainted her view of love. Xavier never knew his father, and his mother abandoned him. His grandmother raised him in a household built on cruelty and violence instead of love and acceptance, instilling in him a fear of abandonment and an enormous sense of insecurity. Sparks fly when Chastity and Xavier meet, and their whirlwind romance feels almost too good to be true. Chastity is swept off her feet, but before long, cracks begin to show in Xavier’s perfect façade, and it is only a matter of time before that façade comes crumbling down. When Xavier’s wrath erupts at a level Chastity has never seen, who will it destroy forever?

The first day at college, my professor dropped dead. The second day, I assisted at his autopsy. Let's hope I don't have to go through four years of this...."When Jenna Blake starts her freshman year at Packard University, she's not only living on her own for the first time, she's moving closer to the father she never really knew. It's an exciting time, filled with new faces and new challenges, not to mention parties and guys and...corpses?Jenna feels torn about her future. She'd like to be a doctor like her mother, but she can't stand the sight of blood. Her father, a criminology professor, thinks he has the answer and sends her to interview for a job with the medical examiner -- an interview that takes place in the middle of an autopsy.When a congressional aide goes violently insane and then drops dead, the pathology team at Packard Medical Center discovers that his brain was ravaged with disease -- and loaded with insect larvae. As Jenna starts her new job, she is drawn into a web of terrifying disease, dangerous politics, and intriguing mystery. And when one of her professors ends up dead, she starts making connections even the police haven't seen...connections which will bring her face to face with a pair of killers: one medical, and one all too human.

This true crime history reveals the story of a deranged dentist in 19th century New Orleans whose obsession with pirate treasure led him to murder. Believing he had magnetic and hypnotic powers, Dr. Etienne Deschamps was convinced he could find the lost treasure of legendary pirate Jean Lafitte. But he needed a young virgin to act as his spirit medium. He chose twelve-year-old Juliette Dietsh, whose immigrant family was dependent on his charity. For months, Deschamps hypnotized, anaesthetized, and sexually molested Dietsh, hoping she would lead him to the treasure. Then he made fatal a mistake. In 1889, Dietsh was found naked and dead from a chloroform overdose in bed next to a distraught Deschamps. Her murder became one of the most notorious crimes in New Orleans history. To some, Deschamps heinous act was deserving of the death penalty, while others believed he was innocent by reason of insanity. This incisive examination of the murder, trials, and newspaper coverage invites readers to rethink this famous case.