David Dixon: 30 books

The stern look on the cover of this book should not fool you. David Dixon Porter was one of the wittiest, most erudite men to have served in the American Civil War and once you've read his memoirs, you won't miss the twinkle in those eyes. What most Americans know about the Civil War centers around...

An insightful journey into the relationship between a father and his daughter. David Dixon writes from his heart as he shares life lessons. He reveals the depth of a father's love as he gives purposeful direction to help guide his daughter's life down a meaningful path.

Prior to the American Revolution, the Ohio River Valley was a cauldron of competing interests: Indian, colonial, and imperial. The conflict known as Pontiac’s Uprising, which lasted from 1763 until 1766, erupted out of this volatile atmosphere. Never Come to Peace Again, the first complete account...

Funny. Inspiring. Radical. Wise. True stories about spiritual living for Aussie young people told with compassion and humour. Discover the difference God can make in your life, the awesome power of love and kindness, and how you're never alone when facing tough stuff. Have a few laughs, get som e wise advice and be energised to live with boldness and confidence.

This all-new collection of entertaining and uplifting Aussie stories is full of joy and inspiration from the everyday places of life. These unforgettable personal stories of tenderness, self-sacrifice, tenacity, and trust are sure to bring laughter, comfort and renewal for the journey of life.

Filled with stories that sparkle with compassion, humour and optimism, this all-new collection of uplifting Aussie stories is sure to refresh your heart. These memorable, real-life stories will delight your spirit and inspire you to cherish what truly makes life rich: love, hope and faith.

These twelve previously unpublished essays present innovative and practical ideas for addressing the harmful effects of sprawl. Sprawl is not only an ongoing focus of specialized magazines like Dwell; indeed, Time magazine has cited “recycling the suburbs” as the second of “Ten Ideas Changing...

This 1885 memoir details Porter's Civil War experiences. He gained renown in 1863 by running his fleet past the Confederate batteries at Vicksburg in support of Grant's moves against that city, thus delivering the Mississippi to Union control.  He was promoted to admiral in 1870.

It is difficult to imagine anything more important to the human population than safe drinking water. Lack of clean drinking water is still the major cause of illness and death in young children in developing countries. In more fortunate communities, where water treatment is practiced, the primary...

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to urban design, from a historical overview and basic principles to practical design concepts and strategies. It discusses the demographic, environmental, economic, and social issues that influence the decision-making and implementation processes of urban...

Inspire your spirit with this all-new collection of true-life stories that are as refreshing as a cool drink on a hot summer's day.Conversations at a wedding, gardens that wont grow, an orchestra tuning up, an out-of-service bus, and many more everyday situations will delight you and gently teach profound...

The shape of a woman's world is really only understood by another woman. In this special collection of heart-warming stories, Aussie women share poignant experiences that have touched them deeply. This endearing collection will strengthen your capacity to endure life's difficulties and celebrate life's joys - all bathed in the love that flows from the heart of God.

Rao’s Solution is a fast-paced contemporary story about the struggle to end wage inequality—all told in the context of a tale of political intrigue, espionage, love triangles and the struggles of a father, mother and son to resolve their many differences. Paul Earl, a T.V producer, who has establishment...

"If you’re looking for an erotic read which errs on the dark side of BDSM, fetishism and multiple partners, then this is the book for you." - Erotica For All Reviews A kinky collection of erotic stories exploring sexy propositions from Xcite Books, winners of ETO's Best Erotic Book...