John Hamilton

"How interesting," it said with a heavy accent. "You are certainly no paladin.""Actually... I am," Eleazaar replied as he gasped to catch his breath. "I am just having... an unseemly hair day." The much anticipated sequel to The Insignificance Paradigm, Dusk Rising continues the epic story of the lost prince of Pinnea, Eleazaar Oman, a cleric of the Order of Infinite Light. Now at eighteen, a year of introspect on his tragic quest into Satoochie Forest has helped him come to terms, as all must, with personal losses. When trouble arises in the southern mountains where the Urada and Kolradi meet, he is ready to answer the call when his mentor comes seeking his aid. Banded together with a collection of volunteers and led by noble paladin Sir Fausto de Harela, sent by Lord Alcantara, he sets off to try and save the people of the small craft village of Eoferwic. Located in the domain of Lord Tirabassi, his own attempt to resolve the crisis did not fare well, and some fear the violent threat could spill beyond his provincial borders. With information about what danger they face limited to grisly remains and second-hand tales, the group ascends the mountains unsure of what to expect. But, Eleazaar thinks he may already know what lies ahead from his own research... even if the others do not want to hear it. There is a pattern to the killings and it only fits one profile in the tomes. He is ready for it, or at least he thinks he is. His faith will be tested in ways he did not imagine as he comes face to face with the darkest and most vile of all predators.

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will learn about the events leading to WWI. European countries harbored deep distrust for one another, and this book breaks the feelings down by empire. The chain reactions are clearly laid out to summarize the violent events that lead to WWI. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will learn how the airplane went from a prototype to a fast moving weapon controlled by brave soldiers. The book also discusses superstar pilots known as aces. Primary source quotes and data from WWI are used as support. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title, readers will learn about the development of World War I's various weapons. Each chapter is dedicated to an in-depth examination of a weapon, including Dreadnoughts, artillery, tanks, U-boats, aircraft, and chemical warfare. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will learn about the final years of World War I, including Russia's collapse and continued threats from Germany that forced the USA to join. Final battles and strategies are explained along with the descriptions of peace treaties and lasting effect of the war. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Newly updated with chapters on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Covid vaccine, and statin anti-cholesterol drugs. In today's world, conspiracy theories abound. But which are proven to be true? What is the actual history of false flags, state secrets, and government deceptions, both in the U. S. and abroad? Both admitted to and those still obscure and under investigation? The book gives the short history. More than 70 investigations summarized in one volume, the real stories behind 9/11, JFK, CIA adventures, Pearl Harbor, and more. Reviewer: "Real wake up call." Readers say: "This book made me more aware of the news process, and who is spinning what, and for whom.""There is no such thing as a 'book that everyone should read' but this comes close. I am recommending it to all my friends and family.""After reading more than 60 case histories here, the patterns emerge, whatever the nation, whatever the situation. One can begin to connect the dots, and even predict the future, to some extent."

World War I is known as the "war to end all wars." In this title readers will get a first hand look at life in the trenches. Primary sources, data, and research are used to explain the horrors that took place in them, as well as sanitary conditions, structure, and soldier assignments. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Coming of age is never easy, as Eleazaar was about to learn. Cast out of place and time into a new world, there were a lot of adjustments to be made already. Now at age seventeen, he was about to graduate from the seminary and enter into a violent world where his choices would matter to more than just himself. In the rural town of Luitgarde, people have been disappearing for weeks and answers evade authorities. With only a single, if unsubstantial lead to go on, the church sends its most promising student with a team into the depths of an old forest to search for the cause. Some of the most important lessons in life are learned the hard way. The choices one makes always has consequences and often determines their future. He could never have imagined just how much one of those choices, so simple and seemingly insignificant at the time, would impact what was about to come to pass, or how it would change the course of his life forever.

Welcome to Washington, the Evergreen State Students will explore the Olympic Mountains, visit the Space Needle, attend a Seattle Seahawks football game, and more as they learn about Washington's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Welcome to Nebraska, the Cornhusker State Students will explore the Great Plains, attend a Cornhuskers football game, tour Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, and more as they learn about Nebraska's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Welcome to Maryland, the Old Line State Your students watch wild Chincoteague Ponies on Assateague Island, compete in the Maryland Jousting Tournament Association's championship tournament, go parasailing at Chesapeake Bay, and more as they learn about Maryland's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.

Welcome to Wisconsin, the Badger State Students will explore the Apostle Islands, attend a Green Bay Packers football game, visit Wisconsin Dells, and more as they learn about Wisconsin's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

'This is a well-researched, detailed and compelling story.' Defender Magazine Billy Sing was a small, dark man - and a deadly killer. When, as a member of the Australian Imperial Force 5th Light Horse, he was thrust onto the narrow strip of land held by the Australians on Gallipoli, he witnessed the terrible effects of the Turkish snipers and decided to fight fire with fire. Using a simple Lee Enfield .303 rifle, Sing began to pick off unwary Turks who exposed themselves. Assisted by a 'spotter' who would single out targets for him, Sing acquired an unrivalled reputation as he killed increasing numbers of enemy soldiers. He became known as the 'Anzac Angel of Death' and the 'Assassin of Gallipoli' and was considered to be the most successful sniper and most feared man in Gallipoli. The Turks, aware of his reputation decided to target the Sing with their own marksman. In a deadly duel, Sing fired first and killed 'Abdul the Terrible'. This a vivid account of the merciless nature of the fighting in the Gallipoli Campaign from an award-winning journalist and best-selling author.

This title introduces readers to roping, a timed rodeo event. Readers will learn the rules of tie-down, break-away, and team roping competitions, from tying the piggin' string in a hooey, dropping the flag, to the finish signals of cowboys, herders, and heelers. Sanctioning bodies such as the Professional Cowboy Rodeo Association (PRCA) are also introduced. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to bull riding, rodeo's most dangerous event. Readers will learn the rules of competition, such as how long a rider must stay on the bull and safety equipment such as leather chaps and helmets are covered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to steer wrestling, a timed rodeo event. Readers will learn the rules of competition from the doggie's leap out of the box to the bulldogger's successful throw. Sanctioning bodies such as the Professional Cowboy Rodeo Association (PRCA) are also introduced. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.