James M Scott Boeken

The narrative centers on the daring Doolittle Raid, where U.S. Army bombers launched a retaliatory mission against Japan following Pearl Harbor. This operation not only boosted American morale but also led to a disastrous Japanese counteroffensive at Midway, shifting the war's dynamics. However, the mission had devastating consequences, resulting in the deaths of approximately 250,000 Chinese due to Japanese reprisals. This thoroughly researched account offers an in-depth look at a pivotal moment in WWII, highlighting both the bravery and the tragic fallout of the raid.

Set during early 1945, the narrative unfolds as General Douglas MacArthur seeks to liberate the Philippines amidst intense warfare against Japan. While he dreams of a victory parade in Manila, a defiant Japanese admiral defies orders, leading to fierce resistance and catastrophic destruction of the city. This brutal conflict results in the tragic loss of around 100,000 civilian lives, marking a massacre comparable to the infamous "Rape of Nanking." The story highlights the harrowing impact of war on both military and civilian fronts.

The narrative delves into the heroic and tragic experiences of the US submarine force during World War II in the Pacific. It highlights their critical role in the war effort, showcasing both their bravery and the sacrifices made. The book is noted for its thorough research and compelling storytelling, providing an engaging historical account of these unsung heroes.

The unprecedented fire raid that incinerated Tokyo, helped win the war and marked a major shift in American military policy

Focusing on the pseudepigraphic Book of Jubilees, this 2002 publication delves into ancient geographical conceptions that have often been overlooked. It examines how these geographical ideas influenced the text and its interpretation, providing insights into the cultural and historical context of the time. Through a detailed analysis, the book aims to shed light on the significance of geography in ancient literature and its implications for understanding the worldview of its authors.

Born 1955; Dr. theol. at the University of Tübingen; since 1990 Professor of Religious Studies at Trinity Western University; 1992-93 Humboldt postdoctoral Fellow.

Focusing on the Obama administration's foreign policy, this volume features twelve original essays by leading experts examining the concept of "renewal" in U.S. engagement. It explores the administration's success in garnering domestic and international support for its goals, while also analyzing significant policy shifts from the Bush era, including drone strikes, prisoner abuse, extraordinary rendition, and climate change. The contributors offer in-depth evaluations of these critical issues, providing a comprehensive understanding of the administration's approach to foreign relations.

The exiles of Israel and Judah cast a long shadow over the biblical text and the whole subsequent history of Judaism. Scholars have long recognized the importance of the theme of exile for the Hebrew Bible. Indeed, critical study of the Old Testament has, at least since Wellhausen, been dominated by the Babylonian exile of Judah. In 586 BC, several factors, including the destruction of Jerusalem, the cessation of the sacrificial cult and of the monarchy, and the experience of the exile, began to cause a transformation of Israelite religion which supplied the contours of the larger Judaic framework within which the various forms of Judaism, including the early Christian movement, developed. Given the importance of the exile to the development of Judaism and Christianity even to the present day, this volume delves into the conceptions of exile which contributed to that development during the formative period.

AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY is the market leader for the American foreign policy course. Guiding students through 21st century American foreign policy by placing contemporary issues, debates, challenges, and opportunities in their historic context, this text helps students understand and assess the forces underlying continuity and change. This Sixth Edition retains the book's effective analytical framework. Harnessing the conceptual, theoretical, and historical components that facilitate analysis of American foreign policy, the text maintains that five sources--international, societal, governmental, role, and individual--collectively influence decisions about foreign policy goals and the means chosen to realize them. Readers will come away from this text with knowledge of how the enduring principles, values and interests of the United States (peace and prosperity, stability and security, democracy and defense) define and reinforce the ability of policymakers to respond to changes in the international environment.

Focusing on a biblical theology of the New Testament, this work aims to enhance engagement with Scripture in today's context. It emphasizes the relevance of ancient texts and encourages unity among diverse groups to embrace the transformative vision of Jesus. The author presents fresh insights rooted in biblical scholarship and contemporary philosophy, addressing modern life's challenges and offering guidance toward creating a better world. This book serves as an invitation for all to participate in the revolutionary spirit of Jesus' teachings.