David Brennan Libri

This debut novel is a dark reimagining of `The Pied Piper of Hamelin'.

The narrative explores the convergence of celestial events and significant geopolitical changes, particularly focusing on Barack Obama's rapid political ascent amid a backdrop of turmoil in the Middle East. As the world witnesses extraordinary astronomical phenomena, tensions escalate with Israel's precarious situation and the looming threat of Iran's nuclear ambitions. The interpretation of biblical prophecy, especially Matthew 24:6, intertwines with these events, suggesting an impending sequence of major global conflicts, including an Israel-Iran war and a potential peace treaty in Palestine.

Exploring the hidden world of infants, the narrative reveals the intriguing lives of babies in Athens and Athens County, showcasing their unique abilities and social dynamics. It highlights the rivalries and alliances between East Side and West Side baby gangs, culminating in the thrilling baby drag races at the Athens County Fair. The story offers a whimsical yet insightful look into the playful and competitive nature of these young "gangs," inviting readers to reconsider the capabilities of the youngest members of society.

Focusing on sustainable process engineering, this book serves as a supplementary resource for chemical engineering students. It expands traditional system boundaries to encompass utility supplies, interconnected plants, and entire product life cycles. Key objectives include identifying waste sources and implementing minimization strategies, broadening evaluation criteria to encompass technical, economic, safety, environmental, social, and sustainability aspects, and integrating these assessments into planning, development, design, and operations.

The book highlights the vibrant era of postcard communication from the 1890s to the 1920s, showcasing over two hundred vintage postcards from Annapolis, Maryland. It captures the artistry of postcard photography, featuring bustling street scenes, local landmarks, and community gatherings. These postcards serve as historical artifacts, reflecting the cultural and social landscape of the time. The collection provides a unique glimpse into an important chapter of American history through the lens of visual communication.

The narrative delves into the consequences of mass media and technology on individual thought and democracy, highlighting a society increasingly manipulated by those in power. It critiques a new moral order that distances individuals from their ancestral values, leading to a loss of discernment and freedom. Drawing parallels to Orwell's 1984, the book examines how ideological control over perception violates Natural Law rights, warning of a rising tyranny in America while suggesting that within this oppression lies a vulnerability waiting to be exploited.