Christopher Nelson Books

Riding high on her recent victory, Zhu Yuanzhang is now the Radiant King - brilliant, ambitious and unstoppable in her quest for greatness. But she will soon discover the price of her ruthless decisions may be too high to bear.

In a famine-stricken village on a dusty yellow plain, two children are given two fates. A boy, greatness. A girl, nothingness…In 1345, China lies under harsh Mongol rule. For the starving peasants of the Central Plains, greatness is something found only in stories. When the Zhu family’s eighth-born son, Zhu Chongba, is given a fate of greatness, everyone is mystified as to how it will come to pass. The fate of nothingness received by the family’s clever and capable second daughter, on the other hand, is only as expected.When a bandit attack orphans the two children, though, it is Zhu Chongba who succumbs to despair and dies. Desperate to escape her own fated death, the girl uses her brother's identity to enter a monastery as a young male novice. There, propelled by her burning desire to survive, Zhu learns she is capable of doing whatever it takes, no matter how callous, to stay hidden from her fate.After her sanctuary is destroyed for supporting the rebellion against Mongol rule, Zhu uses the chance to claim another future altogether: her brother's abandoned greatness.Mulan meets The Song of Achilles; an accomplished, poetic debut of war and destiny, sweeping across an epic alternate China.

Focusing on the analysis of illicit trade, this book provides insights for governments and organizations on how to leverage data to identify materials that could contribute to weapons systems, including WMDs. It introduces key concepts of strategic trade, highlighting examples of strategic goods and their potential applications. The text explores the relationship between the Harmonized System and trade control regimes, while offering innovative methodologies such as crime scripts and market share analysis for effective strategic trade assessment.

Focusing on spiritual growth and prosperity, this workbook offers meaningful prayers, fasting techniques, and meditations designed to help readers overcome challenges and attract blessings. It emphasizes the importance of a strong relationship with God, encouraging readers to rely on divine strength for achieving their goals. The book serves as a practical guide to unlocking personal prosperity, promoting good health, and financial increase through faith and perseverance.

Exploring the interplay between nature and human experience, the narrative captures the vivid imagery of wild bergamot and a vibrant ecosystem teeming with life. It delves into themes of existence, loss, and the passage of time, reflecting on how ideas shape our realities and aspirations. The juxtaposition of beauty and despair, alongside the notion of an eternal Eden, invites contemplation on the significance of simply being present in the moment. Nelson's insights reveal the complex relationship between memory and desire, creating a rich tapestry of thought and emotion.

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