Books with author William Hart

The Ancient Meditation Technique that Brings Real Peace of MindVipassand-bhavand, "the development of insight," embodies the essence of the teaching of the Buddha. As taught by S. N. Goenka, this path to self-awareness is extraordinary in its simplicity, its lack of dogma and, above all, its results. The Vipassana technique can be successfully applied by anyone.Based on the lectures and writings of S. N. Goenka--and prepared under his direct guidance--The Art of Living shows how this technique can be used to solve problems, develop unused potential, and lead a peaceful, productive life. It includes stories by S. N. Goenka, as well as answers to students' questions, that convey a vivid sense of his teaching.S. N. Goenka's Vipassana courses have attracted thousands of people of every background. Unique among teachers of meditation, Goenka is a retired industrialist and former leader of the Indian Community in Burma. Although a layman, his teaching has won the approval of senior Buddhist monks in Burma, India, and Sri Lanka, a number of whom have taken courses under his guidance. Despite his magnetism, he has no wish to be a "guru" --instead he teaches self-responsibility. This is the first systematic study of his teachings to appear in English.

A full-length study of the teaching of S. N. Goenka, prepared under his guidance and with his approval. Useful for meditators and non-meditators alike. This was the first book to appear in English that accurately describes the practice of Vipassana at length for the general reader. It includes stories by Goenkaji as well as answers to students’ questions that convey a vivid sense of his teaching.

For fans of epic science fiction by masters like David Brin, Peter F. Hamiltion, Ian Banks, Larry Niven, and Frank Herbert.Captain Malick and the crew of the Pioneer are on a mission of exploration to the farthest reaches of the solar system. As they near the uncharted planet Sworld, they receive an unexpected distress call. Compelled to investigate, Malick and the crew find a derelict ship with a cargo of six aliens in stasis, and instructions to bring them aboard. When their orbit deteriorates, they are marooned on the planet below with their new passengers. Determined to find a way home, Malick and the crew embark on an epic journey across Sworld. They discover a wondrous world full of new lifeforms and sentient species, but also dark mysteries and peril. As Malick’s behavior becomes increasingly erratic, the crew begins to question his motivations. They know little about him and his past is shrouded in secrets. Now, plunged into an expedition through this bizarre and hostile alien planet, the crew will learn there is more to Malick than they ever imagined.What reviewers are saying:“If you enjoy science fiction in all its glory, this is the novel for you.” – Anthony Avina“Sworld was a brilliant read, and one I highly recommend for all science fiction fans out there.” – Quirky Cat’s Fat Stacks“Sworld is the kind of science fiction story I love to fall into and reading this book was an amazing experience” - Hiding Behind Books“This book was a thrill-ride and has left me looking forward to a sequel.” – David K.“Great read. Very interesting storyline and hard to put down.” – Larry B.Books in The Chronicles of Malick Series:SworldArachanaBook 3 coming summer 2020

Here, from award-winning historian William Harlan Hale, is the ever-fascinating story of ancient Greece - from the Bronze-Age cultures of Crete and Mycenae, the rise of the Greek city-states, and the wars with Persia to the golden age of Athens under Pericles, the Hellenistic age after Alexander's conquests, and, finally, the slow decline to the status as a Roman province.

Aidan, Maggie, Nana, Beebop, and their elven friends have recovered the first two of four gemstones stolen from the Elven Bow. With the second stone - the Amethyst - protected by the Elven Scouts Alatariel and Lotheth and on its way to Keeper for safekeeping, the rest of group heads deeper into Celahir to rescue Aidan and Maggie’s father, Mike, from the clutches of the witch Maeva and to recover the third gemstone - the Emerald.After a fateful encounter at Maeva’s house, the witch turns everyone, except Aidan and Maggie, into stone statues to decorate her lawn. With the help of Dylan - a ghost boy they met in the village of Fearn - the children have to muster all of the courage and ingenuity they possess to find a way to retrieve the witch’s heart from its hiding place and trade it for their family and friend’s freedom. If they can do that, then they might be able to find the third gemstone by defeating the cockatrice...

This CGP Workout Book is packed with enjoyable practice exercises for Year 4 KS2 Maths (ages 8-9). Presented in a fun and friendly style, its a great way to help make sure children have really got to grips with all the important topics. Answers are included in a removable section at the back of the book, so its simple to find out how well theyre progressing.

This book is a thorough introduction to climate science and global change. The author is a geologist who has spent much of his life investigating the climate of Earth from a time when it was warm and dinosaurs roamed the land, to today's changing climate. Bill Hay takes you on a journey to understand how the climate system works. He explores how humans are unintentionally conducting a grand uncontrolled experiment which is leading to unanticipated changes. We follow the twisting path of seemingly unrelated discoveries in physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and even mathematics to learn how they led to our present knowledge of how our planet works. He explains why the weather is becoming increasingly chaotic as our planet warms at a rate far faster than at any time in its geologic past. He speculates on possible future outcomes, and suggests that nature itself may make some unexpected course corrections. Although the book is written for the layman with little knowledge of science or mathematics, it includes information from many diverse fields to provide even those actively working in the field of climatology with a broader view of this developing drama. Experimenting on a Small Planet is a must read for anyone having more than a casual interest in global warming and climate change - one of the most important and challenging issues of our time. This new edition includes actual data from climate science into 2014. Numerous powerpoint slides allow lecturers and teachers to more effectively use the book as a basis for climate change education.

A B.R.A.G Medallion Honoree and Readers' Favorite Bronze Medal WinnerElves, magic, stolen gemstones, a quest to restore the balance between good and evil, and who is the mysterious Keeper?When Aidan and Maggie find a fairy cross while rock hunting with their grandfather, it’s just an oddity. When they discover an elf imprisoned in the stone and free him, Dark Elves attack the siblings and their grandparents, forcing them to flee to Celahir, magical home of the Elves. The family, with the help of their Elven friends, embarks on a dangerous adventure to find the first of the four stolen gems, the Carnelian. Without restoration of the stones, the balance between good and evil is slipping toward evil - in both Celahir and the human world…

"Faithful and Fearless: Major Howard Egan - Early Mormonism and the Pioneering of the American West" is the first scholarly biography to be published on one of the great frontiersman of the American West, Major Howard Egan. Written by award-winning historian William G. Hartley, this 619 page book is a well-researched and engaging history of Egan's riveting, often dangerous, exciting, and remarkable life experiences. Hartley goes far beyond a simple biographical sketch of Egan. He brings history alive in this fact-filled story of Egan and the key role he played in the development of early Mormonism and the American West. Known to be fearless and dependable, Egan was not one to shrink from danger or duty and was often called upon by leaders to do what most could not or would not do. His life experiences were wide and varied and he played and held key roles and positions in major historical events during the mid-19th century. An original 1847 Mormon Pioneer, Gold Rush participant, cattle drover, Utah War ammunition supplier and officer, trail blazer, Superintendent of the Overland Mail and Stagecoach, and Pony Express Superintendent and rider, his 63 years of life were "characterized by numerous acts of heroism and many hair-breath escapes." Howard Egan's three journals largely preserved in "Pioneering the West" are vital sources of history of the American West and are widely used by historians today. His impact on the American West is immeasurable. One of his most significant achievements was locating and making usable a vital central trail route from Salt Lake City to California south of the Great Salt Lake. "Egan's Trail," then road, became the major western wing route for the Pony Express and the overland stage coach. Open your copy and get ready to "tag along with Egan while he engages in exciting, dangerous, and dynamic developments in early Mormonism and the early American West." Description by Catherine Sloan Blake, Howard Egan Biography LLC