Brad Olsen

World travelers and armchair tourists who want to explore the mythology and archaeology of the ruins, sanctuaries, mountains, lost cities, and temples of ancient civilizations will find this guide ideal. Detailed here are the monuments and sites where ancient peoples once gathered to perform sacred rituals and ceremonies to worship various gods and to achieve spiritual enlightenment. Important arc

Welcome to the world of 101 "Sacred Places" A world full of powerful energy points where humans erected their monuments devoted to the sacred. This is a guide to planetary spiritual sites of energy where our ancestors gathered to perform sacred rituals, ceremonies and worship various forms of God. This book takes you on a journey through time, along with practical advice on modern travel. It is th

This revised and updated comprehensive travel guide examines North America’s most sacred sites for spiritually attuned explorers. Important archaeological, geological, and historical destinations from coast to coast are exhaustively examined, from the weathered pueblos of the American Southwest and the medicine wheels of western Canada to Graceland and the birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr. His

Film director Oliver Stone had this to say about World Stompers: “Travel can be a nightmare when you find yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time. This subversive masterpiece of travel writing might just save your sanity the next time you go out there. Get it. It makes life fun!” Written to motivate and inspire young people in their quests to travel the world, this book introduces a new way

Discover the first comprehensive guide to all of Europe's holiest sites. Combining current trends, academic theories, and historical insights, this travel guide to the European continent brings famous, lesser-known and mysterious locations into perspective by explaining the significance of each sacred site. The cultural relevance, history, and spirituality of each site—including Stonehenge, the Ac

"Cogent, interesting, and provocative."-from the foreword by Ann Lieberman Teaching What They Learn, Learning What They Live explores the multiple social, political, and epistemological domains that comprise learning-to-teach. Based on a study of eight beginning English teachers at four different university teacher preparation programs, this book examines the ways in which beginning teachers' pers

Feel the heat as you trek over active volcanoes in Volcanoes National Park. Get back to nature on a secluded fern grotto swimming trip. Explore the rainforest on your way to hidden lagoons where you can bathe sans clothing. Scuba dive in undiscovered caves. Kayak your way around deserted offshore islands. Paraglide from Popoli State Park, at 6,400 feet, down to the beaches. You can do it, and Brad

EXPLORING THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS BY SAILBOATAnyone interested in Caribbean lore, independent sailing, or adventure travel will love this tour! Come aboard as we visit the islands for an unparalleled sailing adventure!The British Virgin Islands in the eastern Caribbean Sea are a sailor’s paradise! Enthusiasts from around the world arrive in the BVIs to hoist their sails in the

THE OPEN SPACES OF CALIFORNIA’S MARIN COUNTYThis section of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area includes woodlands, a fort, a valley, a lagoon, and the incomparable Marin Headlands with breathtaking views of San Francisco!The Golden Gate National Recreation Area is one of the most visited National Parks in the United States, hosting over 13 million visitors per year. I

HALF-PRICE SALE - WAS $9.99 - LIMITED TIME OFFERCentral Park is a public recreational area situated in the middle of America’s largest city. This green rectangular oasis attracts 25 million visitors annually, and features two world-class museums.Located in the urban heart of New York City, Central Park is 2.6 miles long by a half mile wide, covers 843 acres, and comprises 6

DISCOVER A PARADISE NEVER LOST - Calling all adventurers, nature lovers, sportsmen, underwater enthusiasts and romantics! The outside world becomes a distant memory in this friendly tropical paradise. Fiji today is noted as one of the friendliest places in the world, but this was not always the case! Colonialism and Christianity tamed “the Cannibal Isles,” and now the Fijian people proudly maintai

SACRED PLACES OF PORTUGAL -An exciting journey across this colorful country to its four most sacred places: Neolithic ruins, the birthplace of global exploration, an emblematic staircase, and the incomparable Fatima.Richly endowed by both nature and history, Portugal is a sun-baked land of castles, dramatic coastlines, jagged mountains, lively festivals, and proud Roman Cat

Written by prominent scholars, the six books in this attractively boxed set present the most successful teacher practices from research, experience, and wisdom.The Teacher's Toolkit makes current research and theory accessible to educators in a conversational, practice-oriented style without diluting scholarly content. It is designed for educators who are eager to think more deeply, broadly, and p

This book focuses on the process of becoming a teacher and on how to teach well in this contemporary age. Wrapping its discussions around the core concept of teacher identity, the book introduces a model of teacher learning that illuminates how you can systematically examine your own personal and professional teaching influences and work to arrange, adjust, and assemble them in conjunction with ed

Examining the flaws of mainstream society, this collection of conspiracy theory, esoteric knowledge, and fringe subjects seeks to present solutions to current social, economic, and environmental world issues. This book encourages the exploration and integration of modern science with ancient wisdom, which will lead modern society towards advancement and enlightenment. Topics discussed include reli

This completely reworked second edition of Modern Esoteric includes new information, over a dozen additional images, and up-to-date revisions. Winner of the Best Book Design 2014, Modern Esoteric examines the flaws in modern history and looks at how conspiracy theories, esoteric knowledge, and fringe subjects can be used to help change the dead-end course humanity seems to be followi

QUEBEC CANADA'S CHARMING NOUVELLE FRANCE - This is one of the oldest "European" cities in North America. The historic appeal, haute cuisine, lively festivals, and dramatic landscape offer diversions for every type of traveler! The “Cradle of French Civilization in North America” is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Located on the banks of the Saint Lawrence River, this is the only rem

EXPLORING THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS BY SAILBOAT - A Photo Journey. Great for virtual field trips. Scroll through the pictures on your mobile device, and read along. This is a terrific way to introduce children to world-wide destinations, history, and cultures. Anyone interested in Caribbean lore, independent sailing, or adventure travel will love this tour! Come aboard as we visit the islands for

HALF-PRICE SALE - WAS $9.99 - LIMITED TIME OFFERRocky headlands, pristine estuaries, freshwater lakes, saltwater marshes, waterfalls, windswept beaches, and virgin woodlands all create a wilderness haven for outdoor enthusiasts...The Point Reyes National Seashore in Northern California’s Marin County comprises over 100 square miles of open spaces and old-growth forests, as

ASPEN AND SNOWMASS IN THE WINTER - Aspen was founded as a mining camp in the late 1880s during the Colorado silver boom. We’ll explore some of the buildings and relics of this bygone era, including the ghost town of Ashcroft, only 12 miles away. We’ll take a ski tour of all four mountains, visit some ski shrines, attend the best après-ski parties, and cross-country ski to a winter hut.

HALF-PRICE SALE - WAS $9.99 - LIMITED TIME OFFERWithin city limits, the Golden Gate National Recreation Area encompasses developed sections such as the presidio, fort, and museum, along with windswept beaches and miles of secluded hiking trails.The Golden Gate National Recreation Area is one of the most visited National Parks in the United States, hosting over 13 million vi

ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES OF SEDONA AZ - The Southern Sinagua began building their large pueblo communities in what is now the Sedona region around 1150 CE, and they thrived there for 350 years. Three notable sites in the Verde Valley are the neighboring Tuzigoot, Palatki and Montezuma’s Castle settlements. Walnut Canyon is outside the Verde Valley, but was developed early on by the Sinagua,

HALF-PRICE SALE - WAS $9.99 - LIMITED TIME OFFERNo other city in the United States has the instant recognition of glitzy Las Vegas, Nevada. Unique for its almost exclusive reliance on the casino entertainment industry, Las Vegas is a city constantly redefining itself as developers try to out-dazzle their competitors. The result is a mishmash of towering casino-hotels and blazing bright

How can 20-something year old men reorient from virtual reality to true reality? In What I Wish I Knew in My 20s , award-winning journalist Brad Olsen challenges young men This provocative guide will challenge the next generation to engage society in a way that is meaningful and significant. Written in a conversational style, the deep spiritual insights are time-tested and proven to change your ou

Nothing in this world works the way we are led to believe it does; there is always more to the story. Be aware that there is a war being waged for your body, mind and soul. Owners of corporations have taken over governments in a new form of Fascism that now incorporates high technology and artificial intelligence. The survival of the human race may depend on breaking the Truth Embargo, that is, ex

This completely reworked second edition of Modern Esoteric includes new information, over a dozen additional images, and up-to-date revisions. Winner of the Best Book Design 2014, Modern Esoteric examines the flaws in modern history and looks at how conspiracy theories, esoteric knowledge, and fringe subjects can be used to help change the dead-end course humanity seems to be following. The Lifeol

Nothing in this world works the way you think it does; there is always more to the story. Be aware that there is a war for your mind and your soul. Corporations have taken over governments in a new form of Fascism that now incorporates high technology and artificial intelligence. The survival of the human race may depend on breaking the Embargo of truth, and collectively developing an ÜberMind. Bu

Fifteen years ago, a group of young leaders wanted to teach their students what it means to rely on God. They asked themselves "What if we send our interns two by two to New York City with no money and see what God does and become a part of it?" These are their stories. In New York City on Nothing, Brad Olsen shares the experiences of the faithful interns and reflects on important questions - How

Nothing in this world works the way you think it does; there is always more to the story. Be aware that there is a war for your mind and your soul. Corporations have taken over governments in a new form of Fascism that now incorporates high technology and artificial intelligence. The survival of the human race may depend on breaking the Embargo of truth, and collectively developing an Ü berMind. B