"Mindgarden Volume I" is a reflection of life's ultimate journeys: some loving, some tragic, others breathtakingly prophetic. Poet Paul Galloway illustrates how the fragile human spirit can follow the wrong path in spite of the warnings. Yet, with inner strength and hope, fortitude beats adversity, and this collection is a testament to that victory. Galloway does not shy away from acknowledging his failings as a young man in this first volume of poetry. The troubled soul of the poet writes early in this collection, "Sorrows and sins complete your deedless days." However, Galloway gains wisdom and comes to understand "how the mind gardens itself upon us." The poet's path to enlightenment embodies both free verse and rhyme, delving into raw emotions and, in turn, making life's journey worth traveling. Galloway guides you along the road through valleys and mountains, but eventually arrives at a comfortable place where he writes, "rest newcomers, the old has failed." Throughout "Mindgarden Volume I," the poet holds a mirror to himself while quietly, albeit lyrically, ushering you with each turning page to forgiveness and love.

"Mindgarden Volume II" is a continuing reflection of life's ultimate journeys by a poet who is not afraid to look candidly at some of the most troubling experiences humans encounter throughout their lifetimes. The second in the seven-volume Mindgarden series, Paul A. Galloway contemplates the human voyage through some of life's most tragic events: the pain of the unexpected death of a loved one, the disappointment of broken promises, the fear of living in incarceration, and the sting of abandonment by those once trusted. Galloway openly shares the darkness of these times, the evil witnessed, the pain experienced, and the new hope leading to recovery.

Galloway warns that "your thoughts, your deeds are] all accountable" and encourages us to "catch the shadow of the past while you still can." His poems illustrate that the injured human spirit can recover, leading to enlightenment, compassion, and forgiveness. In "The Love You Give," Galloway says, "Our body is one/As our spirit is whole/Now it's time to move on/To God's loving arms' hold."

"Mindgarden Volume II" sheds light on life's darkest corners, experiences that, once fully felt, can result in a new world of personal, mental, and spiritual growth.

"Mindgarden Volume III" is a continuingcollection of experiences along the path of life's ultimate journey. Author Paul A.Galloway openly expresses some of life's most essential human bonds and emotions: The joy of love, the pain of loss, the desire for love, the connection with a partner, loneliness and abandonment-all touching on the deepest human needs and wants.

Galloway opens the door to our hearts, allowing us to intimately explore the most basic and complex of human emotions that fill our lives. Take a serene walk through the many facets of feelings and desires, and be constantly reminded of the presence of God's work in our lives. Bringing joy and beauty where there once were shadows and darkness.

In "Mindgarden Volume III," the poeticjourney moves forward with the warm tones of love, romance, and the wondrous experiences love and life have to offer.

"In Your Heart"

In your heart is where I belong
Words of love written to you in song
My darling, my precious
My love, my life
You are my forevermore
Forever to be wife
In your soul is where I belong too
Now we are one, just me and you
I shall treasure you, cherish you
A love that's so real
Guide you, protect you
Make love with zeal
In your heart is where I'm to stay
I'm your unforgettable
Loving you more each day

This volume presents new research on key themes in the history of London and other European towns and cities, from the middle ages onwards. The essays brought together here celebrate the contribution to scholarship of Derek Keene, founding director of the Centre for Metropolitan History, and until 2008 Leverhulme Professor of Comparative Metropolitan History at the Institute of Historical Research, London. They offer new perspectives on a range of questions, with several resulting from major projects led or inspired by Professor Keene. The themes of the volume are central to the work of many urban historians today: the complex relationships between urban centres and their hinterlands; the importance of luxury goods and the transfer of new skills and technologies; the communal aspects of metropolitan life displayed in suburbs, religious groups and trans-national 'portable communities'; urban governance, considered through the lens of political relationships between institutions, cities and royal governments, and through studies of major initiatives in urban planning and infrastructure; and the effects of environmental changes that continue to shape cities today. The essays offer comparative perspectives on London's rich history, as well as studies of other cities, including Dublin, Bruges, Ghent, and Paris. These essays form a rich resource for scholars of British and European urban history, as well as for historians of London and the general reader.

Interfaces are back, or perhaps they never left. The familiar Socratic conceit from the "Phaedrus," of communication as the process of writing directly on the soul of the other, has returned to center stage in today's discussions of culture and media. Indeed Western thought has long construed media as a grand choice between two kinds of interfaces. Following the optimistic path, media seamlessly interface self and other in a transparent and immediate connection. But, following the pessimistic path, media are the obstacles to direct communion, disintegrating self and other into misunderstanding and contradiction. In other words, media interfaces are either clear or complicated, either beautiful or deceptive, either already known or endlessly interpretable.

Recognizing the limits of either path, Galloway charts an alternative course by considering the interface as an autonomous zone of aesthetic activity, guided by its own logic and its own ends: "the interface effect." Rather than praising user-friendly interfaces that work well, or castigating those that work poorly, this book considers the unworkable nature of all interfaces, from windows and doors to screens and keyboards. Considered allegorically, such thresholds do not so much tell the story of their own operations but beckon outward into the realm of social and political life, and in so doing ask a question to which the political interpretation of interfaces is the only coherent answer.

Grounded in philosophy and cultural theory and driven by close readings of video games, software, television, painting, and other images, Galloway seeks to explain the logic of digital culture through an analysis of its most emblematic and ubiquitous manifestation - the interface.

"The power of love can save a life"
One rainy night on the Zambian savannah, a mother's heart moves the hand of God. From a land laid waste by disease and drought emerges this incredible story of courage, suffering, and the ultimate triumph of the power of God's love. This is the true story of an infant born in the bush of southern Zambia at the height of the worst drought in years. That tiny life was awaiting the traditional burial--lying on the chest of her mother, who died during delivery. For months the relentless claw of death would try to snatch another victim, but God had a purpose for her life.
Through Tedd Galloway's eloquent and inspiring words you will learn that:
God's timing is perfect, but not always understood Genuine Christian love is colorblind Love is costly and can be painful Every life is precious to God The cost of loving doesn't compare to the joy that comes
Our world would be a different place if God's people saw each other through the eyes of the mother in this story. Be inspired as you read about the body of Christ not just talking about loving each other, but actually demonstrating it.
Tedd Galloway is a former pastor and missionary who served as a pastor in six churches. For three years he worked in Zambia, where he oversaw property development for his denomination. He has been married to Donna for thirty-nine years and is the father of three daughters. Due to a spinal injury, today he finds himself writing and guest speaking.

"The power of love can save a life"
One rainy night on the Zambian savannah, a mother's heart moves the hand of God. From a land laid waste by disease and drought emerges this incredible story of courage, suffering, and the ultimate triumph of the power of God's love. This is the true story of an infant born in the bush of southern Zambia at the height of the worst drought in years. That tiny life was awaiting the traditional burial--lying on the chest of her mother, who died during delivery. For months the relentless claw of death would try to snatch another victim, but God had a purpose for her life.
Through Tedd Galloway's eloquent and inspiring words you will learn that:
God's timing is perfect, but not always understood Genuine Christian love is colorblind Love is costly and can be painful Every life is precious to God The cost of loving doesn't compare to the joy that comes
Our world would be a different place if God's people saw each other through the eyes of the mother in this story. Be inspired as you read about the body of Christ not just talking about loving each other, but actually demonstrating it.
Tedd Galloway is a former pastor and missionary who served as a pastor in six churches. For three years he worked in Zambia, where he oversaw property development for his denomination. He has been married to Donna for thirty-nine years and is the father of three daughters. Due to a spinal injury, today he finds himself writing and guest speaking.

Interfaces are back, or perhaps they never left. The familiar Socratic conceit from the "Phaedrus," of communication as the process of writing directly on the soul of the other, has returned to center stage in today's discussions of culture and media. Indeed Western thought has long construed media as a grand choice between two kinds of interfaces. Following the optimistic path, media seamlessly interface self and other in a transparent and immediate connection. But, following the pessimistic path, media are the obstacles to direct communion, disintegrating self and other into misunderstanding and contradiction. In other words, media interfaces are either clear or complicated, either beautiful or deceptive, either already known or endlessly interpretable.

Recognizing the limits of either path, Galloway charts an alternative course by considering the interface as an autonomous zone of aesthetic activity, guided by its own logic and its own ends: "the interface effect." Rather than praising user-friendly interfaces that work well, or castigating those that work poorly, this book considers the unworkable nature of all interfaces, from windows and doors to screens and keyboards. Considered allegorically, such thresholds do not so much tell the story of their own operations but beckon outward into the realm of social and political life, and in so doing ask a question to which the political interpretation of interfaces is the only coherent answer.

Grounded in philosophy and cultural theory and driven by close readings of video games, software, television, painting, and other images, Galloway seeks to explain the logic of digital culture through an analysis of its most emblematic and ubiquitous manifestation - the interface.

This story is an allegory of birth seen through the eyes of a tiny star. His journey from a sparkling gem of the universe into a brillant jewel of Light in the Heavens is a gift to everyone as they explore the question of "Where do I come from?." A de-Lightful story beautifully illustrated by the author.

"Mindgarden Volume II" is a continuing reflection of life's ultimate journeys by a poet who is not afraid to look candidly at some of the most troubling experiences humans encounter throughout their lifetimes. The second in the seven-volume Mindgarden series, Paul A. Galloway contemplates the human voyage through some of life's most tragic events: the pain of the unexpected death of a loved one, the disappointment of broken promises, the fear of living in incarceration, and the sting of abandonment by those once trusted. Galloway openly shares the darkness of these times, the evil witnessed, the pain experienced, and the new hope leading to recovery.

Galloway warns that "your thoughts, your deeds are] all accountable" and encourages us to "catch the shadow of the past while you still can." His poems illustrate that the injured human spirit can recover, leading to enlightenment, compassion, and forgiveness. In "The Love You Give," Galloway says, "Our body is one/As our spirit is whole/Now it's time to move on/To God's loving arms' hold."

"Mindgarden Volume II" sheds light on life's darkest corners, experiences that, once fully felt, can result in a new world of personal, mental, and spiritual growth.

"Mindgarden Volume III" is a continuingcollection of experiences along the path of life's ultimate journey. Author Paul A.Galloway openly expresses some of life's most essential human bonds and emotions: The joy of love, the pain of loss, the desire for love, the connection with a partner, loneliness and abandonment-all touching on the deepest human needs and wants.

Galloway opens the door to our hearts, allowing us to intimately explore the most basic and complex of human emotions that fill our lives. Take a serene walk through the many facets of feelings and desires, and be constantly reminded of the presence of God's work in our lives. Bringing joy and beauty where there once were shadows and darkness.

In "Mindgarden Volume III," the poeticjourney moves forward with the warm tones of love, romance, and the wondrous experiences love and life have to offer.

"In Your Heart"

In your heart is where I belong
Words of love written to you in song
My darling, my precious
My love, my life
You are my forevermore
Forever to be wife
In your soul is where I belong too
Now we are one, just me and you
I shall treasure you, cherish you
A love that's so real
Guide you, protect you
Make love with zeal
In your heart is where I'm to stay
I'm your unforgettable
Loving you more each day

"Mindgarden Volume I" is a reflection of life's ultimate journeys: some loving, some tragic, others breathtakingly prophetic. Poet Paul Galloway illustrates how the fragile human spirit can follow the wrong path in spite of the warnings. Yet, with inner strength and hope, fortitude beats adversity, and this collection is a testament to that victory. Galloway does not shy away from acknowledging his failings as a young man in this first volume of poetry. The troubled soul of the poet writes early in this collection, "Sorrows and sins complete your deedless days." However, Galloway gains wisdom and comes to understand "how the mind gardens itself upon us." The poet's path to enlightenment embodies both free verse and rhyme, delving into raw emotions and, in turn, making life's journey worth traveling. Galloway guides you along the road through valleys and mountains, but eventually arrives at a comfortable place where he writes, "rest newcomers, the old has failed." Throughout "Mindgarden Volume I," the poet holds a mirror to himself while quietly, albeit lyrically, ushering you with each turning page to forgiveness and love.

Throughout history, from Kublai Khan's attempted invasions of Japan to Rommel's desert warfare, military operations have succeeded or failed on the ability of commanders to incorporate environmental conditions into their tactics. In "Battling the Elements," geographer Harold A. Winters and former U.S. Army officers Gerald E. Galloway Jr., William J. Reynolds, and David W. Rhyne, examine the connections between major battles in world history and their geographic components, revealing what role factors such as weather, climate, terrain, soil, and vegetation have played in combat. Each chapter offers a detailed and engaging explanation of a specific environmental factor and then looks at several battles that highlight its effects on military operations. As this cogent analysis of geography and war makes clear, those who know more about the shape, nature, and variability of battleground conditions will always have a better understanding of the nature of combat and at least one significant advantage over a less knowledgeable enemy.