The Defender

This “extraordinary history” of the influential black newspaper is “deeply researched, elegantly written [and] a towering achievement” (Brent Staples, New York Times Book Review). In 1905, Robert S. Abbott started printing The Chicago Defender, a newspaper dedicated to condemning Jim Crow and encouraging African Americans living in the South to join the Great Migration. Smuggling hundreds of thousands of copies into the most isolated communities in the segregated South, Abbott gave voice to the voiceless, galvanized the electoral power of black America, and became one of the first black millionaires in the process. His successor wielded the newspaper’s clout to elect mayors and presidents, including Harry S. Truman and John F. Kennedy, who would have lost in 1960 if not for The Defender’s support. Drawing on dozens of interviews and extensive archival research, Ethan Michaeli constructs a revelatory narrative of journalism and race in America, bringing to life the reporters who braved lynch mobs and policemen’s clubs to do their jobs, from the age of Teddy Roosevelt to the age of Barack Obama. “[This] epic, meticulously detailed account not only reminds its readers that newspapers matter, but so do black lives, past and present.” —USA Today

Turgen, a shepherd in northeastern Siberia, defends the wild mountain rams and befriends a widow and her children.

Their love knows no borders. A loner who exudes danger, Lev Ivanski has spent his life in service to one man, someone he loves and respects. But things are changing. Rapidly. Lev and his boss have allies and friends and a new mission more important their than business, all because of the Saints. This clandestine organization needs to be taken down, and Lev has the skills to help. What he doesn’t expect is to be at the mercy of a woman who makes him crave more than he ever thought to want. Determined and dedicated, Reyna Harris is used to danger and living on the edge. An ex-CIA operative, she’s been embedded with the Saints for years, trying to take them down from the inside. When her cover is blown, she is forced to trust a man she just met, fighting their way out of one battle after another. But there’s something about Lev that Reyna knows she can trust. And love. She needs Lev – and not just to take a swipe at the Saints. Together they’re an unstoppable force. And with their friends, they just might succeed in their mission.

Allan began life poor, and knowing that magic was the stuff of ancient legends. One day he discovers that the magic never went away, and that he has the gift of using magic. He decides to fight injustice as The Defender, and fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. His wife Nancy joins him as The Moon Spirit. Although she can’t cast spells, she can fight and use the enchanted equipment Allan crafts. This volume contains Defender stories 11 to 20. The students of the Defender and the Moon Spirit are becoming Defenders in their own right. They’re using magic to protect the innocent and bring down the guilty, however powerful the guilty might be.

The Defender of the Peace of Marsilius of Padua is a massively influential text in the history of western political thought. Marsilius offers a detailed analysis and explanation of human political communities, before going on to attack what he sees as the obstacles to peaceful human coexistence - principally the contemporary papacy. Annabel Brett's authoritative rendition of the Defensor Pacis was the first new translation in English for fifty years, and a major contribution to the series of Cambridge Texts: all of the usual series features are provided, included chronology, notes for further reading, and up-to-date annotation aimed at the student reader encountering this classic of medieval thought for the first time. This edition of The Defender of the Peace is a scholarly and a pedagogic event of great importance, of interest to historians, political theorists, theologians and philosophers at all levels from second-year undergraduate upwards.

This captivating book is perfect for those seeking to learn more about saint joan of arc and her impact on christian history. It provides an intimate understanding of her life, the miracles attributed to her, and the broader implications of her legacy. Additionally, it serves as a reminder of the power of faith and perseverance, inspiring readers to embrace their faith and trust in god's plan for their lives. Another benefit of this book is that it presents an inspiring tale of courage, faith, and perseverance, which can provide spiritual guidance in today's uncertain world. Whether you are looking to deepen your faith or seeking inspiration on how to face adversity, this book will be a valuable resource and reminder of the power of faith. Inside you will read about... · A peasant girl · The voices in joan’s head · The virgin and the dauphin · Joan joins the battle · The inevitable fall · A prisoner of war · The savior of france meets her end at the stake Embark on this fascinating journey to uncover the captivating tale of a young shepherdess turned warrior, a woman ahead of her time, and a saint whose legacy continues to inspire. So much more than a biography, this narrative provides an in-depth analysis of joan's life and her enduring impact, making it an indispensable companion for history buffs, students, and those intrigued by the life of this extraordinary woman.

For hundreds of years the United Kingdom has been protected by a mysterious guardian known as the Defender. Part myth, part superhero, few truly believed the Defender existed... until now. Alfie thinks he knows his destiny. As Prince Alfred, heir to the throne of Great Britain, he's fated to become the most disappointing king in the nation's history. Alfie longs for a way to prove himself, but little does he realize that with the throne of England comes an ancient secret. He who wears the crown must protect the country as the legendary hero -- the Defender of the Realm.Hayley is an ordinary girl, living an ordinary life. She certainly never believed in the mysterious superhero, the Defender. Then, after witnessing a very public battle at the Tower of London, everything is different, and Hayley is left with no doubt. The Defender is real.Two kids with two very different lives are about to get caught up in a centuries-long battle for the fate of a nation. Monsters and criminals, villains and dragons, together Hayley and Alfie must protect their home at all costs.

Have you thought that why certain states or countries progress while others suffer at hands of corruption and violence. You may think that the society has become morally corrupt or maybe world superpowers doesn’t want third world to thrive because of economical gains. Or May be there is secret deal between Gods and Dark Lords to share the world among them to keep the peace. Welcome to the world of defenders where a government servant, a slave living in a society of superheroes and a lost God of Air defends against the enemies at the gates of their homes. Amar becomes DOGAM with help of Street Dogs to defend Delhi, a city that disregards them, Eklavya reborn as Swaraj who returns to a secret society of superheroes that once treated him as slave and Vayu regains his powers to stop an enemy who has vowed to destroy the almighty. They need each other, but will they will fight together to defend us?