New Releases by Matthew Ward

What if history got it wrong? For more than a century, Albert Einstein has been celebrated as the greatest scientific genius of the modern age. His name has become synonymous with relativity, spacetime, and even the equation E = mc2. But how much of that reputation reflects historical reality? In Against Einstein, Matthew Ward-Broadfield takes readers on a provocative journey through the forgotten history of physics, revisiting the work of James Clerk Maxwell, Hendrik Lorentz, Hermann Minkowski, Olinto De Pretto, Gregorio Ricci, Marcel Grossmann, David Hilbert, Michele Besso, Karl Schwarzschild and many others whose contributions helped shape the theories now attributed to a single man. The book argues that modern physics abandoned the concept of a physical medium too soon and has spent the last century patching that decision with dark matter, dark energy, and other unseen constructs. It challenges readers to reconsider whether space is truly empty-or whether it is a real physical medium that underpins gravity, light, and the universe itself. Part historical investigation, part scientific critique, and part introduction to the revolutionary framework of Temporal Congestion Mechanics, this book questions one of science''s most celebrated narratives and asks whether the road not taken may have been the correct one all along. Whether you agree or disagree, you will never look at Einstein-or the foundations of modern physics-in quite the same way again.

The second book in Matthew Ward''s action-packed trilogy, the Soulfire Saga, The Fire Within Them is set in a world ruled by an immortal king, where souls fuel magic and a supernatural mist known as the Veil threatens to engulf the land. Perfect for readers of John Gwynne and Anthony Ryan. For the first time in a millennium, the kingdom of Khalad is divided. The Battle of Athenoch has fanned the spark of Bashar Vallant’s rebellion to a raging flame. Tyzanta, jewel of the east, has declared for his cause, and other cities have followed. Vallant, the people’s hero, may soon be powerful enough to challenge Caradan Diar, Khalad’s immortal king. But such power demands great personal sacrifice. Afflicted with omen rot after channeling the Deadwinds to save Athenoch from the koilos army, Kat searches for a means to stop the disease killing her as it did her mother. Her journey will uncover secrets long since buried––secrets concerning her past, her family and the kingdom itself. Eventually she’ll learn that the past never stays buried in Khalad––and that the truth can cut deeper than any blade.

J. Matthew Ward’s Garden of Ruins serves as an insightful social and military history of Civil War–era Louisiana. Partially occupied by Union forces starting in the spring of 1862, the Confederate state experienced the initial attempts of the U.S. Army to create a comprehensive occupation structure through military actions, social regulations, the destabilization of slavery, and the formation of a complex bureaucracy. Skirmishes between Union soldiers and white civilians supportive of the Confederate cause multiplied throughout this period, eventually turning occupation into a war on local households and culture. In unoccupied regions of the state, Confederate forces and their noncombatant allies likewise sought to patrol allegiance, leading to widespread conflict with those they deemed disloyal. Ward suggests that social stability during wartime, and ultimately victory itself, emerged from the capacity of military officials to secure their territory, governing powers, and nonmilitary populations. Garden of Ruins reveals the Civil War, state-building efforts, and democracy itself as contingent processes through which Louisianans shaped the world around them. It also illustrates how military forces and civilians discovered unique ways to wield and hold power during and immediately after the conflict.

Thomas Hobbes is now regarded as one of England''s greatest political philosophers. This book considers his reception in Ireland, where, it is suggested, the ''Leviathan'' was released. In doing so, the book demonstrates the variety and sophistication of political thought in Ireland.

Thomas Hobbes is now regarded as one of England''s greatest political philosophers. This book considers his reception in Ireland, where, it is suggested, the ''Leviathan'' was released. In doing so, the book demonstrates the variety and sophistication of political thought in Ireland.

The first in an exciting, action-packed new trilogy from epic fantasy author Matthew Ward, The Darkness Before Them introduces readers to a world ruled by a dangerous immortal king, where souls fuel magic, and a supernatural mist known as the Veil threatens to engulf the land. These are dark times for the Kingdom of Khalad. As the magical mists of the Veil devour the land, the populace struggles beneath the rule of ruthless noble houses and their uncaring immortal king. Kat doesn’t care about any of that. A talented thief, she’s pursuing one big score that will settle the debt that destroyed her family. No easy feat in a realm where indentured spirits hold vigil over every vault and treasure room. However, Kat has a unique gift: she can speak to those spirits, and even command them. She’ll need every advantage she can get. Kat’s not a hero. She just wants to be free. To have her old life back. But as rebellion rekindles and the war for Khalad’s future begins, everyone – Kat included – will have to pick a side.

Legacy of Light is the spectacular conclusion to Matthew Ward''s acclaimed Legacy trilogy—an unmissable epic fantasy series of war and intrigue perfect for fans of George R. R. Martin, Brent Weeks, and Brandon Sanderson. For the first time in many years, the Tressian Republic and the Hadari Empire are at peace. But darkness never sleeps. In Tregard, Empress Melanna Saranal struggles to protect a throne won at great cost. In Tressia, Lord Protector Viktor Droshna seeks to restore all he''s lost through forbidden means. And as the sins of the past are once more laid bare, every road will lead to war. The Legacy TrilogyLegacy of AshLegacy of SteelLegacy of Light

AESTHETIC: A Dark Academia Anthology is full of Young Adult and New Adult fiction set in academic settings! The included genres span Murder Mysteries, Thrillers, Dark Romance, Fantasy, Paranormal, and Sci-Fi all written by 25+ authors from around the globe.

Warfare, myth and magic collide in Legacy of Steel, the spectacular sequel to Matthew Ward''s acclaimed fantasy debut Legacy of Ash. "Outstanding ... a ripping yarn that more than earns its length." --Publishers Weekly (starred review) A year has passed since an unlikely alliance saved the Tressian Republic from fire and darkness, at great cost. Thousands perished, and Viktor Akadra -- the Republic''s champion -- has disappeared. While the ruling council struggles to mend old wounds, other factions sense opportunity. The insidious Parliament of Crows schemes in the shadows, while to the east the Hadari Emperor gathers his armies. As turmoil spreads across the Republic, its ripples are felt in the realms of the divine. War is coming . . . and this time the gods themselves will take sides. The Legacy TrilogyLegacy of AshLegacy of Steel

Legacy of Ash is an unmissable fantasy debut--an epic tale of intrigue and revolution, soldiers and assassins, ancient magic and the eternal clash of empires. A shadow has fallen over the Tressian Republic. Ruling families -- once protectors of justice and democracy -- now plot against one another with sharp words and sharper knives. Blinded by ambition, they remain heedless of the threat posed by the invading armies of the Hadari Empire. Yet as Tressia falls, heroes rise. Viktor Akadra is the Republic''s champion. A warrior without equal, he hides a secret that would see him burned as a heretic. Josiri Trelan is Viktor''s sworn enemy. A political prisoner, he dreams of reigniting his mother''s failed rebellion. And yet Calenne Trelan, Josiri''s sister, seeks only to break free of their tarnished legacy; to escape the expectation and prejudice that haunts the family name. As war spreads across the Republic, these three must set aside their differences in order to save their home. Yet decades of bad blood are not easily set aside. And victory -- if it comes at all -- will demand a darker price than any of them could have imagined.

It''s the fastest growing religion in the world. Do you know how it started? The setting is idyllic Moreau Lake in upstate New York, and Peter is dying. An angel appears to him. Now he has to deliver a message to the world before it''s too late. Can he discern reality from hallucination as he accidentally starts a new religion? If you like Wild Wild Country and Going Clear you''ll love Sifting Out the Hearts of Men. Pick up this thrilling hidden gem from Matthew Ward with one click now.

The world ends each blood moon. But a faction of priestesses sacrifice themselves to keep it going. What happens when Aceline wants more for her life and decides not to do it? Wallace has chased his dream of becoming a poet for a lifetime. It leads him toward a mysterious aurora. Robert just wanted to connect with other humans in a world dictated by screens, algorithms, and addiction. These three become linked across worlds, and each must uphold their end of a quest to prevent catastrophe at the hands of a tyrant in a land full of necromancy. This new work of slipstream fantasy will be loved by fans of Dan Simmons, Scarlett Thomas, and Clive Barker. Pick up your copy now with one easy click.

The Best System for Losing Weight Fast This book aims to help you obtain a slim, fit, and healthy body without depriving yourself of the proper nutrients. You don''t need to starve yourself to death just to lose weight or keep the pounds off. You get to enjoy food the way it should be savored. You don''t have to worry about gaining weight ever again just as long as you stick to your personal Smart Points allowance. Working out or doing things to make your body active can also help you feel good. There are foods, like fruits and vegetables, that have 0 Smart Points value and you can consume as much as you want when you need it. However, it is still advisable to keep things in moderation to maintain the discipline in dealing with your food consumption. This book will: Give you the best information regarding the Weight Watchers'' diet program Teach you how things work and also provide some helpful tools that you can use in determining your personal Smart Points allowance as well as the points value of each food Teach you how you can spend your Smart Points and take advantage of the flexible points Provide more than 100 recipes and food combinations that you can mix and match to help you obtain or maintain your target weight Help you create your meal plan with our 3-month meal plan that will serve as your guide to help you get started You will experience a different kind of diet program. You can savor the pleasure of eating scrumptious and delectable dishes without getting fat. Each recipe has its own Smart Points value to help you plan your meal. Each recipe is full of flavor that even the whole family or your guests will surely enjoy.

Collection of stories and jokes told by friends at City Café, Murfreesboro, TN, over a period of years.

"How can you possibly prevail, when even your friends are your enemies?" Maddie Lincoln returns home to Nottingham, struggling to get to grips with a life that''s falling apart. However, her workaday problems quickly fade when she''s caught up in a war between the malevolent Dark Lady and her enemies. As the Dark Lady''s influence grows, Maddie is pursued across the city and the mysterious realm of Eventide by a sinister Huntsman and his monstrous pack of hollows. Aided by her friend Inga, eccentric fortune teller Charles King, and the enigmatic William, she manages to stay one step ahead of her pursuers. Even with their help, neither world is safe for her; Eventide is full of hidden dangers, and vicious riots are breaking out in Nottingham as the Dark Lady''s power rises. Worse, none of Maddie''s companions are exactly as they appear, and nor, Maddie learns, is she. Can Maddie discover the truth about the Queen of Eventide before it''s too late...''

5 Livery Collars in Wales and the Edgecote Connection

Discover who will be crowned the world''s most record-breaking family in the book that''s perfect for fans of The Guinness Book of World Records! The rivalry between the Whipples and the Goldwins escalates to an all-out war as the World Record World Championships draw near. When sinister clowns Overkill and Undercut cause a regulation game of hide-and-seek to go horrifically wrong, recordless Arthur Whipple and his unlikely ally, Ruby Goldwin, set out to catch the clowns’ mysterious boss, known only as “the Treasurer.” The young detectives follow the clues through darkened alleyways, dingy nightclubs, and the gothic halls of the World Record Archives, where they unravel the mystery of the Lyon’s Curse and the secrets of their fathers’ shared past. In the end, Arthur must fight to save his family as he struggles to earn his first world record and prove himself worthy of the Whipple name.

Baptists are not often thought of as leading theologians and practitioners of worship. But forgotten in history is one crucial fact: the Baptist tradition formed out of a desire to worship God purely. Early Baptists devoted immense energy to questions of worship and drew conclusions of even contemporary value. Through the seismic liturgical shifts of English society in the seventeenth century, worship was both their most galvanizing and disintegrating impulse. As time passed and terminology changed and Baptists shied away from this divisive topic, this emphasis was lost. No one today considers worship a Baptist distinctive. Pure Worship re-creates the fascinating historical context of the early years of the English Baptists. Examining many thousands of manuscript pages, Matthew Ward pieces together an entire theology of worship that not only guided the early Baptists but also attracted the attention of many elements of English Christianity. Baptist thoughts on worship were neither minor nor tangential but the very heart of what distinguished them from the rest of England. Pure Worship offers a complete reenvisioning of what it meant to be an early Baptist and reveals their overwhelming desire to be known as pure worshippers of God.

For every child who’s ever dreamed of being in the Guinness Book of World Records comes the story of eleven-year-old Arthur Whipple and his fantastic family of world record breakers . . . - Most Crème Brulée Eaten in One Minute - Highest Number of Matching Outfits Worn by a Stuffed Toy and Its Owner - Youngest Person to Summit the Third-Highest Mountain in the World These are just three of the 49,521 records won by Arthur’s twelve brothers and sisters. Unfortunately, unlike his siblings, Arthur hasn’t broken a single, solitary world record! But when the Whipples suffer a spate of catastrophes and a curious amount of attention from a pair of irregularly sized and unusually menacing clowns, Arthur might be the only one who can save his family from losing their collective crown . . . or worse. A 2013 BOOK EXPO AMERICA (BEA) BUZZ PANEL SELECTION!

This dissertation casts a wide net in order to explain the recent emergence and proliferation of the contemporary anti-immigration movement in the United States. Anti-immigration activism is an understudied but not entirely overlooked phenomenon. Yet, we know incredibly little about an important set of macro- and micro- questions related to contemporary anti-immigration activism. This dissertation addresses big-picture mobilization questions, such as: What large-scale, historical preconditions set the stage for the emergence and proliferation of contemporary anti-immigration activism in the United States? And how--and through what general processes--has pro-migrant countermobilization influenced the anti-immigration movement and, perhaps, unintentionally spurred its growth? Finally, I address micro-level questions focused around the mechanics of micromobilization: How and why do individuals support anti-immigration activism? How and why do individuals become motivated to engage in anti-immigration activity? and How and why do individuals ultimately participate in anti-immigration-related activism? In sum, both big-picture and small-scale questions anchor this dissertation. By answering these I not only shed light on this specific case but also make a number of more general contributions to social movement literature.

The poems of Cats Creep the Fire to Art were penned between 1992 & 1996 by poet Matthew Ward at Newcastle University, Australia. They represent the work of a young poet searching for identity, as well as an understanding of his culture, religion, and country.

How one family’s tragedy ultimately revolutionized contemporary Christian music. Known for such classics as “Easter Song,” the Second Chapter of Acts was one of the major music groups in the forefront of the Jesus movement. But what happened, in the wake of personal tragedy, to bring together a brother and his two sisters to sing so boldly for their Lord? And what was life really like for a major contemporary Christian band in those early days? In My Second Chapter, Matthew Ward tells his part of the storyfull of intriguing and humorous behind-the-scenes anecdotes and observations: growing up in a large family…orphaned at age twelve…finding the Lord in the California Jesus movement… becoming a music star…traveling the world…battling cancer…raising his own family … and much more all revealing God’s faithfulness in every circumstance. Join Matthew on his amazing personal journey from tragedy to dynamic faith that helped set contemporary Christian music on fire. And discover how God chooses whom he will to accomplish great and mighty acts.

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