From the voices of protesters to the encroachment of a new fascism, everywhere we look power is revealed. Spouse to spouse, soldier to citizen, looker to gazed upon, power is never static: it is either demonstrated or deployed. Its hoarding is itself a demonstration. This thought-provoking issue of the acclaimed literary annual Freeman's explores who gets to say what matters in a time of social upheaval. Many of the writers are women. Margaret Atwood posits it is time to update the gender of werewolf narratives. Aminatta Forna shatters the silences which supposedly ensured her safety as a woman of colour walking in public space. Power must often be seized. The narrator of Lan Samantha Chang's short story finally wrenches control of the family's finances from her husband only to make a fatal mistake. Meanwhile the hero of Tahmima Anam's story achieves freedom by selling bull semen. Australian novelist Josephine Rowe recalls a gallery attendee trying to take what was not offered when she worked as a life-drawing model. Violence often results from power imbalances - Booker Prize winner Ben Okri watches power stripped from the residents of Grenfell Tower by ferocious neglect. But not all power must wreak damage. Barry Lopez remembers fourteen glimpses of power, from the moment he hitched a ride on a cargo plan in Korea to the glare he received from a bear traveling with her cubs in the woods, asking - do you plan me harm? Featuring work from brand new writers Nicole Im, Jaime Cortez and Nimmi Gowrinathan, as well as from some of the world's best storytellers, including US poet laureate Tracy K. Smith, Franco-Moroccan writer Leïla Slimani, and Turkish novelist Elif Shafak, Freeman's: Power escapes from the headlines of today and burrows into the heart of the issue.

PASTOR. J FREEMANS: BIGGEST, FULLEST BOOK OF HOLY TRINITY AND THE LORE OF GOD is a comprehensive and enlightening resource for all Christians and those inspired by theology. With over 500 pages dedicated to exploring the lore of God, this book delves deep into the teachings and mysteries of the Holy Trinity. Pastor J Freeman's extensive knowledge and passion for theology shine through in this remarkable literary work. Whether you are seeking to deepen your understanding of Christianity or are simply intrigued by the spiritual realm, this book is a must-read. Discover the profound wisdom and insights that await you within these pages.

PASTOR. J FREEMAN CRUSADERS 2 KNIGHT TEMPLAR is an all-in-one book that delves into the fascinating world of the legendary Knight Templars. Dive into the rich history of these ancient warriors and discover the secrets of their extraordinary feats. From their noble cause to their legendary weapons, this book is a comprehensive guide that will captivate history enthusiasts and those seeking to learn more about the valiant Knight Templars. Pastor J. Freeman has meticulously crafted this book to provide an immersive experience, shedding light on their contributions and leaving readers inspired by their heroic legacy.

PASTOR. J FREEMANS CRUSADERS: ONE THE HOLY WAR is an epic tale set during the historical era of the Crusaders. Immerse yourself in the gripping conflict between Christians and their opponents, where the Templars fought valiantly for their faith. This monumental book is a comprehensive guide that covers everything from weaponry to armor, providing a detailed exploration of the Christian crusaders. Prepare to embark on a riveting journey through history with PASTOR. J FREEMANS CRUSADERS: ONE THE HOLY WAR.

An award-winning historian tells a gripping, morally complicated story of murder, greed, race, and the true origins of prison for profit. In the early nineteenth century, as slavery gradually ended in the North, a village in New York State invented a new form of unfreedom: the profit-driven prison. Uniting incarceration and capitalism, the village of Auburn built a prison that enclosed industrial factories. There, “slaves of the state” were leased to private companies. The prisoners earned no wages, yet they manufactured furniture, animal harnesses, carpets, and combs, which consumers bought throughout the North. Then one young man challenged the system. In Freeman’s Challenge, Robin Bernstein tells the story of an Afro-Native teenager named William Freeman who was convicted of a horse theft he insisted he did not commit and sentenced to five years of hard labor in Auburn’s prison. Incensed at being forced to work without pay, Freeman demanded wages. His challenge triggered violence: first against him, then by him. Freeman committed a murder that terrified and bewildered white America. And white America struck back—with aftereffects that reverberate into our lives today in the persistent myth of inherent Black criminality. William Freeman’s unforgettable story reveals how the North invented prison for profit half a century before the Thirteenth Amendment outlawed slavery “except as a punishment for crime”—and how Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, and other African Americans invented strategies of resilience and resistance in a city dominated by a citadel of unfreedom. Through one Black man, his family, and his city, Bernstein tells an explosive, moving story about the entangled origins of prison for profit and anti-Black racism.