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A Populism of the Spirit - Further Essays on Politics and Universal Ethics is a sequel to Shimon Cowen's Politics and Universal Ethics, which found strong resonance with politicians from both sides of politics who hosted its launches in all six State Legislatures of Australia. Both books explore general questions for the idea of universal ethics, their application to contemporary political issues and the features of contemporary culture which ...

What we have tried to provide in these pages is a handbook for enhancing your success as a parent. Specifically, we explain how to instil in your children those qualities - or personality traits - which will minimise their risk of mental disorder, or, if it does emerge, assist them to manage it successfully. In addition, the accomplishments of character we recommend will facilitate their growth as successful, independent people who will become...

Dillon's latest book investigates, with keen attention to detail, colonial Queensland's role in the development of British New Guinea. It reveals the rising importance of Torres Strait and its international steamship traffic, the contest with Germany in 1883 for the easterly or non-Dutch portion of New Guinea and the attractive islands of New Britain and New Ireland. Without the determination of Queensland, Britain would never have set up a go...

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From Rousseau to the World Economic Forum: Woke Capitalism and the Power of Ideas Rick Brown Plus The Voice - Beware the Shiny Bauble Robert Katter Since the political emergence of Donald Trump and the successful referendum in the United Kingdom on leaving the European Union, there has been a focus on the deep-seated divisions within Western societies. His analysis is based on the proposition that what we are seeing now did not happen ov...

Rio Tinto in Australia charts the establishment and remarkable growth of Rio Tinto, including exploration in the 1950s, acquisition of the Mary Kathleen uranium deposit, and the 1962 combination with Consolidated Zinc to form Conzinc Riotinto of Australia (CRA). CRA was the major contributor to Australia's post-war mining industry. Comalco aluminium, Hamersley iron ore and the major Bougainville copper operation were all significant parts of t...

The world groans and the Church stumbles. Men fail to act and inspire. To whom can we turn for an example? George Cardinal Pell. A white martyr with insights into the spirit of this age and the ongoing crisis in the Church. A skilled administrator and captivating preacher. A celebration of a life lived against the world and for the Lord and His Church that brings together writings from the late Cardinal Pell and contributions from Oswald Cardi...

The world groans and the Church stumbles. Men fail to act and inspire. To whom can we turn for an example? George Cardinal Pell. A white martyr with insights into the spirit of this age and the ongoing crisis in the Church. A skilled administrator and captivating preacher. A celebration of a life lived against the world and for the Lord and His Church that brings together writings from the late Cardinal Pell and contributions from Oswald Cardi...

The chattering classes, whispering classes, bully-victims and cancel-culture: life and education in the politically correct era Mark Lopez Of Life and of Leadership by Brendan Nelson Reviewed by Aniello Iannuzzi St Cardinal John Henry Newman College, Brisbane Kenneth Crowther F is for Fail Colleen Harkin Discipline Of Mind: An Address To The Evening Classes John Henry Newman They're Your Children: Take the Lead on Their Education Che...

Rosa is a woman who grew up in the bush of southern Queensland. At school she discovered she could sing and it became her abiding passion. While this book tells about her life and career, she couldn't do it on her own, so her story is as much about the people she loved and who loved her back, and looked out for her. Her determination and talent brings stardom, but at a cost. Those blessed with an aura of success, like any of us, are plagued ...

What is the Maronite Catholic faith? It is a Church which professes the same creed as the Universal Catholic Church. It is an expression of the revelation and sacramental dispensation of Our Lord Jesus Christ, addressed to a people who shared the Aramaic language and culture of the Semitic world into which He Himself was born. If we think of it as a tree, then its seed was planted by the teaching of Our Lord Jesus Christ, as passed on through ...

Becoming Fire aims to give the beginner in the spiritual life a vision and framework for an on-going life in the Spirit, and to give some insights into the dynamics of spiritual growth, as well as some practical means for moving ahead. The reader is offered a vision which is biblical, practical, personal, evangelical, God-centred and faithful to the spiritual tradition of the Church. Get ready to grow in holiness. Being one with God, Fr. Bar...

David Topp succinctly explains how a city built on a flood plain will never be flood free.- Peter Spearritt: Emeritus Professor of History, The University of Queensland.Brisbane Breached: The Story of a Drought Defaulted Floodplain delves into the intricate historical chronicles of Brisbane, meticulously exploring the city's enduring struggle against the dual forces of severe flooding and prolonged droughts.The narrative unfolds, juxtaposing t...

Commander Paul Davidson is not a submariner himself, but through detailed research, wide reading, and lengthy discussions with current and former submarine commanding officers, he has written a most comprehensive and interesting account of the capabilities and utilization of the submarine as both a tactical and strategic weapon over the past 100 years. His book gives the reader a unique insight into the world of the undersea warrior. - Commodo...

Embark on a captivating journey through the transformative life and legacy of Terry Purcell, a trailblazing figure in the realm of social and legal reform. In his compelling memoir, Purcell shares his remarkable experiences from the early 1960s, when he first entered the legal profession and identified the shortcomings of existing legal services.Hailing from humble beginnings in Sydney's inner west, Purcell's quest for innovative solutions led...

Experience the timeless wisdom of Frédéric Bastiat's economic masterpiece, "That Which is Seen and That Which is Not Seen." This classic treatise on economic clarity and obscurity, presented with annotations and an insightful introduction by Gary Furnell, author of "The Hardest Path is the Easiest: Exploring the Wisdom Literature with Pascal, Burke, Kierkegaard, and Chesterton, " now boasts an additional layer of expertise with an insightful f...

For Primary School Children. THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ALL THE GRANDCHILDREN The first of three books Book 2 - Secondary Children Book 3 - Post high school Fun and entertaining, this is the perfect introduction to climate change. Written for primary school children and uses body functions such as food and farts to show the carbon cycle and demonstrates that net zero and carbon neutral are impossible. "I find it frustrating, as a lay perso...

In Print and Prize, Nicholas Hasluck gives a graphic account of his work as Chair of the Commonwealth Writers' Prize. At literary festivals in far places, such as Delhi, Colombo, Treasure Beach in Jamaica and Franschhoek in South Africa, he explored vital contemporary issues, from post-colonial critiques to debates about truth-telling, national identity and role of the monarchy. Encounters with writers and colourful scenes along the way add sp...

For Secondary School children THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ALL THE GRANDCHILDREN Book 2 of three books Book 1 - Primary School Book 3 - Post High School Fun and entertaining, this is the perfect introduction to climate change. Volume 2 is for high school students and deals with climate change, renewable energy and EVs in a humorous, irreverent, seditious and entertaining style. "I find it frustrating, as a lay person, to find answers to te...