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Swords in Their Hands: George Washington and the Newburgh Conspiracy, is the first book-length account of the closest thing to a coup that the United States has ever experienced. In the autumn of 1782, many Revolutionary War officers in the Hudson Highlands have grown angry and frustrated that they have not been paid in months or even years. With victory over the British within sight, they begin to fear that they will never get their back pay and promised postwar pensions, because the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, meeting under the Articles of Confederation of 1777, has no power to raise funds to pay them. Two political factions are at loggerheads over taxation: nationalists want Congress to have direct taxation authority, while their opponents insist that only individual states should have the power to do so, as is the case under the Articles. As the new year begins and the last months of the war approach, several key army officers, supported by some nationalist members of Congress, set in motion a desperate plot: they will terrify state legislators, and their delegates in Congress, into granting Congress the direct taxation authority it needs, under threat of two alternatives. One option is to lay down their arms before victory is achieved, and let the British quell the colonists' rebellion; alternatively, after defeating the British, they will refuse to give up their arms unless their demands are met. In March 1783, hundreds of Washington's officers, "ready for revolt," gather at the Temple of Virtue in New Windsor, NY to agree on the first steps toward implementing their plan. But to their shock and chagrin, General Washington himself arrives, and in a 15-minute address changes the course of history.

Offers a psychology based model that features seven key determinants of success or failure for innovation and entrepreneurial endeavours. Provides specific recommendations, examples and case studies that demonstrate how individual and group psychology must be engaged effectively to create entrepreneurial cultures capable of powerful innovation.

This collection of world-class photography and informative text highlights the natural wealth of the singular region

This photographic guide to the wildlife of East Africa is an accessible introduction to the region’s more conspicuous and interesting mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs, insects, flowers and trees. A colour photograph accompanies each account, which describes the species’ appearance, size, and habits, and gives information on their conservation status, habitat and the best viewing localities. This book is an invaluable guide for visitors to national parks and other wildlife-rich places in East Africa and is a handy size for travel.

This pocket-sized photographic guide to the birds of East Africa features 296 birds likely to be spotted in the region. Colourful photographs illustrate diagnostic features and plumage differences between male and female or breeding and non-breeding birds. Comparative photographs help differentiate between confusing species. Important distinguishing characteristics are highlighted in the text. Distribution maps and Swahili common names for all species are included. Introduction features a labelled bird diagram, habitat map, glossary and useful advice to birdwatchers. An invaluable guide for visitors to national parks and the many areas in East Africa that are rich in birdlife.

Recognize birds by their calls with this handy package of CD and accompanying book. These will help identify the sounds made by a range of the most common and widely distributed East African bird species. Includes: CD features 100 bird calls; each species account features full-color photographs, a distribution map and information on habitat, behavior, feeding and nesting preferences, as well as a description of the call or song. Common bird names given in English and Swahili. This is the perfect starting point for those who wish to develop their knowledge of bird calls.

You can tell very quickly if this book is for you by answering these questions. Do you envy the Apostles who were privileged to walk with Jesus? Would you like to go, in person, back to the past and experience many of their moments? Would you like to see the man, the very man, in whom God dwelt-to walk with Him as one's companion along His journeys of mercy-to listen to the words as they stream all living from those eloquent lips-to look into His eyes, and mark the depth of love that glistened there? If you answered "Yes" to one or more, you will love this short, unique, easy to read book, and will want to share it with doubters. This is not a novel, but easy to read short stories for the unquenchable Jesus lover that can be read leisurely in 55 separate and remarkable treks. It is voice enabled permitting "Alexa" to read it to you on your Echo Dot one trek at a time. Charles Haddon Spurgeon has more in print today than all Christian writers dead or alive due to his unrivaled word paintings, furnishes commentaries of the experiences at each stop. Evangelist Dave Aranda-Richards has portrayed Spurgeon in churches, pastoral retreats, denomination conventions, and secular venues for over 16 years. He brings newspaper reporting and sports play-by-play broadcasting skills to set the scenes for all treks. "Dave Aranda-Richards has always amazed me as a shining light in his depictions of Charles Spurgeon. He has now given us this great opportunity to read the words and hear the heart of Jesus and those who walked with him. I was inspired by " Jesus: 55 Treks Across The Gospels With Christ and The Apostles." -Bishop Michael Pitts, Cornerstone Global Network "The "55 Treks" are delightful, colorful stories of the Master told in such a new and refreshing way as only Dave Aranda-Richards could do. His words take us walking with the Apostles, sitting around a fire, sharing a meal, listening to the words of life from the lips of the One who is Life! It has taken Dave over two years to make ready this masterpiece, and now it is available to all lovers of JESUS. I wholeheartedly recommend "J-Walking" to anyone who loves to read about the Master, King Jesus." -Dr. Loyd C. Taylor, Sr. "Evangelist Dave Aranda-Richards has here afforded us an opportunity to join in traversing the path Jesus traveled in the gospel narratives littered with insights from the great Charles Spurgeon; one of Christ's greatest heralds. Spurgeon and Jesus; servant and master, masterfully interspersed for a great devotional read." -Pastor Robert Iannuccilli, Faith In Fire Ministries"What a pleasure it has been to follow the footprints of JESUS on the pages of this book. I truly enjoyed the treks! Spurgeon and Aranda-Richards do a wonderful job bringing enlightenment to each experience beyond their initial manifest, with connotative power." -Bill Keith, National President, Business Men's Fellowship USA "55 Treks Across the Gospels with Christ and the Apostles is a refreshing account of biblical short stories that put you in the moment as if you were there. Easy to read and understand." -Major General (Ret) Jeffrey R. Riemer "I was excited to edit this book. Although familiar with the Bible stories in the manuscript, I had not perceived how they affect my everyday life. Many things I read in this memorable book increased my faith and comfort level. The ending of the trek, "It's Time to Come Out" will stay with me forever!" -Kathleen Quinn, Editing Services

Complacent, self-made millionaire Scott Northwood wakes up one morning to discover he's been given the ability to extend the lives of people who are about to die just when they are on the verge of achieving something important. But there's a catch--he must shorten his own lifespan by an equivalent amount of time. Scott plunges into a moral and emotional maelstrom as his desire to live out his own comfortable life collides with a growing sense of obligation to transfer time to others who are clearly more deserving. Complicating matters, he falls deeply in love.