Samantha Chastity has more trouble than just her name. She adamantly refuses to answer to Sam, and only revived the Chastity portion after two divorces that produced no offspring and little else of importance. She writes a baseball that column attracts the guile of a man who after a promising college baseball player but rejected by the Majors. He writes letters to her obtaining increasing ominous threats demanding that the strike be settled and changes made to return baseball to what it was historically.

The author, a veteran street cop, knows the dangerous "rituals" of violent encounters. Here he reveals the vulnerable targets of the human body that can result in your attacker collapsing to the pavement in pain or unconsciousness. Also learn how street people size you up as a victim and what you can do to discourage them.

Lenny Norbeck and his friends The Mikes set out to investigate the suspiciousdeath of a young pitcher at a Philadelphia Phillies game.

"[A] major study of this unique legislation.... [It] is, quite simply, required reading for anyone interested in crime policy in California, the United States in general, or any modern democratic nation....In an area drenched with emotionalism, the authors have produced a study that is analytically incisive in setting up its categories, conscientious in collecting its data, and judicious in reaching its conclusions. It is also highly readable."--Law andPolitics Book Review "This book is an exemplar of criminology, the science of law-making, law-breaking, and law-enforcing. [The book] will stand for years as both a substantive and methodologicallandmark."--Lawrence W. Sherman, Director, Jerry Lee Center of Criminology, University of Pennsylvania "This would be a better society, with more just and humane policies, if people in authority read and paid attention to this brilliant, closely-reasoned and intensely significant book."--Lawrence Friedman, Stanford Law School

Step into the ancient city of Nineveh, a place steeped in violence and sin, where the last thing anyone expected was revival. In Revival in Nineveh: The Power of Obedience and Unexpected Mercy, journey with Jonah as he delivers God's message of impending judgment, only to witness one of the greatest transformations in history. Through Jonah's reluctant obedience, the entire city repents, turning from their wicked ways and experiencing divine mercy. This powerful exploration of faith, obedience, and God's willingness to forgive offers readers a compelling reminder that no one is beyond redemption. Whether you're struggling with your own obedience or seeking a deeper understanding of God's grace, this book will inspire you to trust in His plan, no matter how daunting it may seem. Prepare to be challenged and encouraged as you discover that even the most reluctant acts of faith can lead to the greatest miracles.