Most Popular Books by James Arthur

''The thought behind this book is not just me wanting to tell my story in the standard autobiographical fashion but to create a kind of self-help book that includes my story. There are many things people don''t know about me and maybe when they read about those things they will have an understanding of the journey I have been on, why I''ve made the mistakes I have and hopefully help other people overcome their adversities.'' Life has presented its fair share of setbacks for James Arthur, from his disrupted childhood - during which he felt like a stray and a misfit, entering the care system in his teens - to a very public fall from favour just at the point when all his dreams should have been coming true. With an extraordinary comeback in 2016, starting with No. 1 single ''Say You Won''t Let Go'' and his Platinum album Back From The Edge, Back To The Boy shows the British singer and songwriter reflecting not only on his past but also on his return to the charts, and the phenomenal global success that followed. James shares his struggles with mental health issues which led to drug abuse, and how he dealt with the feelings of intense pressure and loneliness that accompanied his sudden rise to fame. Back to the Boy gives an insight into the life of one of the most exciting musicians of today, and how his experiences are reflected in the raw emotion and passion in his music. This is a story of hope and self-discovery to inspire those who have ever hit rock-bottom and managed to pick themselves up again.

This is the no-holds-barred account of how one person''s ''X Factor'' dream became a dazzling reality - told to the world just five days after the show!

Are you ready to transform your current thoughts, beliefs, and assumptions? Are you ready to shatter the illusion that it''s not "spiritual" to want a fit body or financial wealth? Are you ready to create outrageous results in every single area of your life? You''re in the right place. Harmonic Wealth will propel you to where you want to go. This practical, results-based book will help you to push beyond your self-imposed limitations and show you how to get past all the reasons you think you can''t have what you want. Struggling to know what you want? That doesn''t mean you''re not perfect, it just means you''re ready for a shift. And that''s exactly why you picked up this book. The result of more than twenty years of study and practical application by World Thought Leader and featured expert for The Secret, James Ray''s Harmonic Wealth is based on extensive study of ancient wisdom traditions, cutting-edge findings in quantum physics and other scientific fields, not to mention years of hands-on, hard-won experience. Let this sought-after teacher show you what he''s discovered about the secrets of attracting more than you''ve ever thought possible. Learn how to: Heighten your creativity, intelligence, intuition, and mental functioning. Deepen your personal relationships and ramp up your ability to attract the people you want in your life. Achieve financial freedom. Maximize your health and energy, and amplify your physical strength. Free yourself from unconscious limitations. Vanquish the fears that have kept you stuck, kept you from knowing and owning that you deserve the best. If you''ve been having trouble with the Law of Attraction, you''ll quickly learn the missing keys. Harmonic Wealth will reveal the formula for success in the Five Pillars: financial, relational, mental, physical, and spiritual. You''ll see why having anything less than success in all of Five Pillars will never bring you true wealth, and you''ll learn how to go 3 for 3 . . . how to have your thoughts, feelings, and actions working together in complete alignment. With these factors firing together, you''ll create everything you desire and deserve. Harmonic Wealth encourages you to get real and get creative about how to achieve your goals . . . and then walks you step by step through the blueprint for their attainment. Stop playing it safe. Stop living in fear. Start living in harmony right now, and know that everything you want is within your reach.

In ''Stormy,'' James Arthur Kjelgaard weaves a compelling tale of trust, healing, and adventure set against the backdrop of a harsh winter landscape. A departure from the conventional bildungsroman, the story follows young Allan Marley as he encounters and rescues Stormy, an embattled retriever. Kjelgaard''s narrative, suffused with rich descriptions of the natural environment, is imbued with a strong sense of regionalism and a deep respect for the wilderness. His keen understanding of canine behavior and the intricate bond between boy and dog renders a tale that is at once heartwarming and authentic, illustrating the timeless struggle and kinship between humans and animals. James Arthur Kjelgaard, an esteemed American author renowned for his wilderness tales, possesses a unique ability to articulate the nuanced dynamics between people and the natural world. This affinity likely stems from his personal experiences and his rural upbringing, which imbued him with an intimate knowledge of wildlife and a passion for outdoor life. Kjelgaard''s gift for storytelling not only entertains but also educates, as he subtly weaves essential themes of responsibility, perseverance, and empathy into his writing, all of which find vivid expression in ''Stormy.'' Recommended with enthusiasm, ''Stormy'' offers young readers an enriching journey into the resilience of the human spirit when confronted with the challenges of nature and the task of nurturing wounded creatures. The book stands not merely as a testament to Kjelgaard''s skill as a storyteller but also to the enduring power of compassion and kinship. It is an essential addition to the shelves of young adventurers and animal lovers alike, providing a narrative that encourages a deeper appreciation of the bonds we forge with our four-legged friends.

"That feeling of becoming a new person in a different place, even if it''s an illusion, is intoxicating to me, and always has been. I love writing about places, but only places where I don''t belong."--James Arthur Awakening is the theme of this fiery debut about the "ghost world" of shadows and personae. A sense of history, politics, and place is an integrated and integral part of the whole, alive with stirring accounts of travel, intimate moments of solitude, and encounters with the ineffable. Romantic in spirit and contemporary in outlook, James Arthur writes exciting, rhythmical, elastic poems. "Charms against Lightning" Against meningitis and poisoned milk, flash floods and heartwreck, against daydreams Against losing your fingers, drinking detergent, earthquakes, baldness, divorce, against falling in love with a child Against lupus and lawsuits, lying stranded between nations, against secrets and frostbite, the burring of trains that never arrive Against songlessness, your mother''s depression, the death of the cedars, Siberian crane Against these talismans against lightning; the shutters swing, and clack their yellow teeth; the deep sky welters and the windows quiver James Arthur''s poems have appeared in The New Yorker, The New Republic, Poetry, and Narrative. Born in New Haven, Connecticut, and raised in Toronto, Ontario, he earned degrees from the University of Toronto, the University of New Brunswick, and the University of Washington. He is a recent recipient of the Hodder Fellowship from Princeton University and lives in Princeton, New Jersey.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1882 Edition.

Practical Spirituality shows you how to use your spiritual power in the quest for tangible results. James Arthur Ray combines the potent ingredients of material goals and mysticism, demonstrating how you need both to get the most out of life. Practical Spirituality makes applying ancient wisdom and the latest discoveries about how our world works--in the realm of physics and beyond--something you can do today. You get:* Actionable, clear principles to achieve tangible success without sacrificing spirituality, and vice versa...* Straight talk to put you on the true path of power, so you can avoid the mistakes most people make...* Ways to break out of the mass hypnosis of our time and become completely free from cultural conditioning...This is a must-listen and must-do for anyone who is truly committed to becoming his or her own person in a world where most people just follow along. It''s time to wake up with Practical Spirituality!

In ''Fire-Hunter,'' James Arthur Kjelgaard crafts an enthralling narrative set in the backdrop of a prehistoric North America, where survival hinges on the mastery of flame. Through the eyes of a young boy named Hek, Kjelgaard explores themes of courage, ingenuity, and the deep instincts that drive humanity''s relationship with fire. The prose is rich and evocative, pulling readers into a world where ancient tribes rely not only on their physical prowess but also on mnemonic traditions that pass down the knowledge of fire''s sacred power. Kjelgaard''s attention to detail in the depiction of natural landscapes enhances the novel''s immersive quality, inviting readers to contemplate the primal forces that shape human existence. Kjelgaard, an author deeply influenced by his own experiences in nature, brings to ''Fire-Hunter'' his vast knowledge of wildlife and the wilderness. His fascination with the rugged terrain of North America and indigenous cultures informs the narrative, creating an authentic portrayal of the challenges faced by early humans. Born in 1910, Kjelgaard''s extensive outdoor experiences and deep love for storytelling illuminate the human struggle against elemental challenges, making this book as much an adventure tale as a reflection on human ancestry. Recommended for readers of all ages, ''Fire-Hunter'' is not just a tale of survival, but a timeless exploration of the essence of humanity. It offers a profound understanding of our ancestors'' dependence on fire, making it indispensable for anyone interested in anthropology or the origins of human civilization. Dive into this gripping narrative and discover what it means to wield the primal force of fire.

In a world that often appears to be spinning out of control, there has possibly never been a time when the need for true leaders has been more urgent than today. Leadership is certainly an enigma. Some believe that a leader is someone who has followers. Does that mean that the person with the most Twitter followers or Facebook fans is a true leader? Hardly. While followers may be part of the equation, leadership cannot be about followers alone; and it can’t be just about winning the popular vote. In fact, some of the greatest leaders in history were the least popular. In The Business of Redemption, James Arthur Ray brings together his nearly 30 years of experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, performance, and business. He tracks his meteoric rises and epic falls, successes and failures, to suggest that leadership is about “paying the price.” Leadership is earned through battles and risk, failures and successes, resilience and grit and resourcefulness; and the courage and commitment to get back up and never give up. True leaders take Absolute Responsibility when things go badly; and they give all the credit and praise when things go famously well. True leaders are fighting for a cause that’s bigger than their own personal creature comforts, moods, and needs and that takes The Business of Redemption.

James Arthur Anderson takes a structuralist approach to dissecting the horror fiction of H. P. Lovecraft (1890-1937. This book offers both scholars and fans alike new insight into the work of the best-known American horror writer of the first half of the 20th century. As S. T. Joshi states: "Anderson''s thorough familiarity with Lovecraft''s texts (essays and letters, as well as stories), and with the best scholarship on Lovecraft, is evident on every page; and the fluidity with which he weaves together critical approaches into a unified commentary is enviable." Complete with chronology, bibliography, and index.

Stephen King, "America''s Favorite Boogeyman," has sold over 350 million copies of his books, becoming in effect the face of horror fiction. His influence on popular culture has drawn both strong praise and harsh criticism from reviewers and scholars alike. While his popularity cannot be overstated, his work has received relatively little critical attention from the academic world. Examining King''s fiction using modern literary theory, this study reveals the unexpected complexity of 22 short stories and novels, from Carrie to End of Watch. The author finds King using fantasy and horror to expose truths about reality and the human condition.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

For thousands of years on our planet, humanity has been involved in a symbiotic relationship with plants. Not only have plants supplied mankind with a never-ending food source, the necessary nourishment for our bodies, and life itself, but they have also served us in another way: an extremely important and intricate one, yet an often overlooked one. This book uncovers the natural link between man, consciousness, and God.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1836.

This book explores the techniques, themes, and subtexts in the fictional works of one of America''s best-known and most-loved storytellers, Stephen King. Each of King''s novels are analyzed in chronological order of their publication from Carrie to Holly. Every novel''s analysis includes a background and summary, narrative devices, archetypes that influenced the novel, themes and subtexts, human universals, interesting facts, and notable quotes. As an invaluable resource for any Stephen King "Constant Reader" and students of literature in general, this work appreciates the beauty of King''s fiction without needing to master the jargon of contemporary literary criticism.

Winner of the 2003 Nachman Sokol-Mollie Halberstadt Prize in Biblical/Rabbinic Scholarship presented by the Canadian Jewish Book Awards Maimonides and the Hermeneutics of Concealment demonstrates the type of hermeneutic that the medieval Jewish philosopher Moses Maimonides (1138–1204) engaged in throughout his treatise, The Guide of the Perplexed. By comprehensively analyzing Maimonides'' use of rabbinic and scriptural sources, James Arthur Diamond argues that, far from being merely prooftexts, they are in fact essential components of Maimonides'' esoteric stratagem. Diamond''s close reading of biblical and rabbinic citations in the Guide not only penetrates its multilayered structure to arrive at its core meaning, but also distinguishes Maimonides as a singular contributor to the Jewish exegetical tradition.

In ''Double Challenge,'' James Arthur Kjelgaard weaves an intricate tapestry of adventure set against a backdrop of wilderness survival and a gripping murder mystery. Kjelgaard, known for his vivid portrayal of the natural world, does not disappoint as he escorts the reader through the dense forests alongside the determined protagonist, Ted Harkness, and his loyal dog. The narrative''s literary style is marked by a blending of suspenseful storytelling with detailed natural descriptions, situating it within the canon of classic young adult outdoor literature. The storyline captivates with its exploration of human perseverance, youthful courage, and the profound bond between a boy and his dog, all whilst navigating a labyrinth of danger and intrigue. James Arthur Kjelgaard was a master at crafting tales that celebrated the spirit of the outdoors and the valor of its inhabitants—human and animal alike. His own experiences and fondness for the wild landscapes provided an authentic foundation for ''Double Challenge.'' Kjelgaard''s passion for adventure is punctuated in the novel''s portrayals, where the thematic essence echoes the author''s life-long adoration for untamed settings and the complex relationship between man and nature. This depth of understanding enriches the narrative''s authenticity, making the stakes of Ted''s quest all the more compelling. ''Double Challenge'' is recommended for readers who relish a tale that transcends the mere quest for truth within a murder mystery. It beckons those who appreciate the artful blend of outdoor adventure and the nuances of character-driven storytelling. Kjelgaard''s work is a tour de force that challenges the elements of traditional mysteries, making it especially appealing to young adults seeking a riveting journey through nature''s grandeur and the resilience of the human spirit. This book remains an engaging read, rewarding anyone who undertakes its challenge with a poignant and enduring experience.

In this new edition, the Greek text of the United Bible Societies is used throughout. The beginning student is involved at once in reading Greek and learns grammar and syntax as he encounters them in the text. Each unit of the workbook contains three parts—vocabulary, study notes, and end-of-unit quizzes. The vocabulary is introduced as it occurs in the text. Study notes are designed to aid the student in translating the text and to supplement the teacher''s help. End-of-unit questions help the student consolidate what he has learned.

Selected by Choice magazine as an Outstanding Academic Book Traces the historical development of the Jews of Ethiopia--variously called "Black Jews," Falasha, or Beta Israel--from their controversial and problematic origins to the early twentieth century.

Teaching Character and Virtue in Schools addresses the contemporary issues of quantification and measurement in educational settings. The authors draw on the research of the Jubilee Centre at the University of Birmingham in order to investigate the concern that the conventional wisdom, sound judgement and professional discretion of teachers is being diminished and control mistakenly given over to administrators, policymakers and inspectors which in turn is negatively effecting pupils’ character development. The books calls for subject competence to be complemented by practical wisdom and good character in teaching staff. It posits that the constituent virtues of good character can be learned and taught, that education is an intrinsically moral enterprise and that character education should be intentional, organised and reflective. The book draws on the Jubilee Centre’s expertise in support of its claims and successfully integrates the fields of educational studies, psychology, sociology, philosophy and theology in its examination of contemporary educational practices and their wider effect on society as a whole. It offers sample lessons as well as a framework for character education in schools. The book encourages the view that character education is about helping students grasp what is ethically important and how to act for the right reasons so that they can become more autonomous and reflective individuals within the framework of a democratic society. Particularly interested readers will be educational leaders, teachers, those undertaking research in the field of education as well as policy analysts with a keen interest in developing the character and good sense of learners today.

A history of vocal pedagogy from the beginning of the bel canto tradition of solo singing in the late 16th century and dealing extensively with such topics as the emergence of virtuoso singing, national singing styles, and the ''secrets'' of bel canto.

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The establishment of citizenship education as a compulsory subject has recently been accompanied by the government''s policy of ''promoting education with character.'' Schools are identified as having a crucial role to play in helping to shape and reinforce basic character traits that will ultimately lead to a better society. This radical new policy is explicitly linked to raising academic standards and to the needs of the emerging new economy. This book provides an introduction to character education within the British context by exploring its meanings, understandings, and rationale, through the perspective of a number of academic disciplines. The author examines character education from a philosophical, religious, psychological, political, social and economic perspective to offer a more detailed understanding of character education and what it can offer. He also considers how British schools can implement character education successfully and what lessons we can draw from the American experience. This book will be of interest to academics, researchers, policy makers and teachers with responsibility for citizenship education in their schools.

"Trading Jeff and his Dog" is an incredible story about Jeff Tarrant, an ambitious young man who travelled from town to town as a salesman. Like most of Kjelgaard''s novels, this one too has a dog of mixed breeds orphaned when his human dies under dubious circumstances. After some wandering, he falls in with Tarrant, and they both become fast friends. From there started a series of adventures.

''An excellent companion to Learning to Teach in Secondary School ... full of good ideas and better advice ... Mentors will certainly want to use it, and so, I''m sure, will the rest of the history department ... Make sure they buy one, and keep your copy under lock and key.'' – Michael Duffy, Times Educational Supplement ''A very well written and readable book. Overall, this is an excellent book and one which students and teachers outwith England would find a valuable addition to their library.'' – Scottish Association of Teachers of History, Resources Review ‘This book is without question the standard text for the history PGCE market.’ – Dr Ian Davies, University of York, on the first edition. Learning to Teach History in the Secondary School provides an accessible introduction to teaching and learning history at secondary level. Underpinned by a theoretical perspective and backed up by the latest research, it encourages student teachers to develop a personal approach to teaching history. This fourth edition has been thoroughly updated for the new curriculum, with a brand new chapter on subject knowledge and a new section on action research to better support those reflecting on and developing their own practice. It provides an array of references and materials that give a sound theoretical foundation for the teaching of history, including weblinks to further resources, while a range of tasks will enable students to put their learning into practice in the classroom. Practical advice is combined with reference and access to a wide range of recent and relevant research in the field of history education, to support Masters Level research and aid reflective practice. Key issues covered include: The benefits of learning history Planning The use of language and strategies for teaching Inclusion Technology in history teaching Assessment Continuing professional development Offering comprehensive and accessible support to becoming a history teacher, this book remains an invaluable resource for all training and newly qualified history teachers.