Sandra Mackey

An updated portrait of Saudi life chronicles the nation's rise to world power status, citing the challenging transformations taking place there as a result of modernity, wealth, and terrorism. Original.

Inside the Desert Kingdom

The Saudis

"A beautifully written, often profound account." —Chicago Sun-Times With a new introduction by the author, a seminal study of Lebanon’s past, present, and future. Covering Lebanon's history through the Civil War of 1975—89, Sandra Mackey lays the groundwork needed to comprehend this often ill-understood country—offering insight into its role as the gateway between West and East, and bringing a clarity of focus to the schisms that serve to divide and define Lebanon.

A House Divided

Lebanon

Richard Mackey

"Santa's Best Friend, Rovan" is an extraordinary tale of loss, love, rejection, and heroism from the affection and loyalty of Rovan, the Italian sheep dog. Although little is known about him, Rovan is a true hero up at the North Pole. Learn about how this brave dog meets Santa and becomes an integral part of the Claus household. Find out about the love that develops between Santa and Rovan, and how misunderstandings and assumptions nearly cause their permanent separation from one another. Applaud when Rovan is able to prove his worth and his ability to adapt through his unselfish devotion and courage. Children who listen to or read this story will not only get a glimpse into Santa Claus's life during the off-season, but will also learn a lesson about the inherent dangers of prejudging and stereotyping others who are different from them. This is a must-read for all children and will surely expand their joy and understanding of what Santa Claus brings to the Christmas season.

The Christmas Dog

Santa's Best Friend, Rovan

David Fromkin

Zahi Hawass

Milton Viorst

Daniel Schorr

History and Faith in the Middle East

Cradle and Crucible 

W. Scott Harrop

The author of The Saudis provides a definitive portrait of the troubled nation of Iran and the complex religious, historical, political, and cultural forces--especially the dichotomy between Islam and the culture of ancient Persia--that continue to shape it.

Persia, Islam, and the Soul of a Nation

The Iranians

"When Righteousness and Peace Kiss," is a collection of essays written to demonstrate the climate of fundamental, evangelistic churches in the mid-twentieth century. That climate is changing; many attitudes are changing, and it's ok to change unproductive attitudes. There have been cultural, social, emotional, historical, and educational differences, among other things, in every generation. In addition to different languages, Bible teaching and practices have been different in every country in the world. Let it be said...many churches and families have been divided over one thing or another throughout religious history. Yet, Jesus prayed for unity. In the United States, the climate of the 1950s and 1960s is totally foreign to children born in the late 1980s through early 2000s. Yet they are now teen-agers or young adults. We call them "Millennials" or "Generation Y" (Gen Y). We desire that they follow Jesus. We want them to be part of God's family, His church, but the look, sound or feel of the 1950s is not acceptable to Gen Y, so many have left the fellowship of the more fundamental churches to search for a better fit for themselves in the world of religion. In family matters, in business relationships, in social circles and realms of academia, there can be disagreements about methods of doing certain things certain ways and at the same time there can be unity of purpose and performance. However, in matters of religion and theology, we have had trouble settling or accepting those disagreements and differences and at the same time demonstrating kindness. Truthfully, we don't have to agree on anything to be kind to each other. When we are able to offer grace to one another and when we can love even those with whom we disagree, well... that is when righteousness and peace kiss! Psalm 85:10.

Thoughtful Essays for Changing Attitudes

When Righteousness and Peace Kiss

Examines the divisions within Lebanon that led to civil war and influenced its progressively anti-western character

Death of a Nation

Provides an analysis of the historical, ethnic, religious, and political forces that produced Saddam Hussein's dictatorship, while identifying Iraq's lack of identity and arguing that the country could prove less stable without him.

Iraq and the Legacy of Saddam Hussein

The Reckoning

Scott Harrop

Provides an incisive portrait of the troubled nation of Iran and the complex religious, historical, political, and cultural forces--especially the dichotomy between Islam and the culture of ancient Persia--that continue to shape it. Reprint.

Sandra Mackey

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