Bia Muta Igbo (1)
Bia Mụta Igbo (1): Basics - A Comprehensive Igbo Language Course is a powerful, beginner-to-intermediate guide designed to help you read, write, understand, and speak Igbo with confidence, even if you are starting from zero. This book is the print and eBook companion to the highly structured Igbo video course, carefully adapted to give readers a clear, progressive, and practical pathway into mastering the Igbo language. Whether you are an Igbo adult who missed the opportunity to learn earlier, a member of the diaspora reconnecting with your roots, a parent or educator, a researcher, a foreign learner, or a language enthusiast, this book provides the solid foundation you need to succeed. You will begin by exploring the origin, history, and ancestry of the Igbo people, including cultural and biblical perspectives that shape Igbo identity. From there, the book walks you step-by-step through the modern Igbo orthography, covering the 36 official Igbo letters (mkpụrụ edemede / abịdịị), their classifications, pronunciations, and sounds, laying the groundwork for accurate reading and spelling. A major strength of this book is its clear treatment of Igbo tone markings (akara ụda), showing how meaning changes through tone and how homonyms are correctly distinguished in written and spoken Igbo. You will also gain deep insight into the functions of "na" in Igbo grammar, one of the most essential elements for correct sentence formation. Throughout the book, concepts are explained simply, logically, and progressively, making complex ideas easy to understand and apply. Carefully designed exercises, quizzes, practice tasks, and review sections help reinforce learning and build real-world proficiency. No prior knowledge is required, only your passion to learn Igbo and your willingness to practice consistently. This book works perfectly on its own, but readers are encouraged to enroll in the accompanying video course and join the #IgboLingua free learning community online.
True Crime - The 60's
True Crime from the 1960s: 13 Shocking Serial Killers, Murders & Unsolved CasesWhen the Summer of Love Met the Winter of EvilBehind the flower power and rock 'n' roll facade of the 1960s lurked some of the most disturbing serial killers, brutal murders, and chilling criminal cases in modern history. This true crime book exposes 13 authentic criminal investigations that terrorized nations and haunted detectives for decades.Real Crimes. Real Victims. Real Terror.From unsolved serial murders to child killers who shocked the world, these meticulously researched true crime stories reveal the darkest chapter of the Swinging Sixties. Based on original police reports, forensic evidence, court transcripts, and criminal investigations, each case delivers the disturbing truth behind headlines that captivated millions.Featured Criminal Cases: ✓ The Lord of the Flies - Polish serial killer transforms his apartment into a morgue of horrors ✓ Mary Bell: The Child Murderer - An 11-year-old girl's killing spree terrorizes England ✓ Jack the Stripper - London's most brutal unsolved serial murder caseCriminal Psychology & Forensic DetailsExplore the twisted minds behind these brutal crimes through detailed criminal profiling, forensic analysis, and psychological examination. Author Alexander Dragone presents these true crime investigations with unflinching honesty, revealing disturbing crime scene details, autopsy findings, and investigative breakthroughs that defined modern criminal justice.⚠️ Content Warning: Contains graphic descriptions of violence, murder, forensic details, and crime scene evidence. Strictly for mature audiences interested in authentic true crime.
Across the Gods
Across continents and centuries, people who never met told the same kinds of stories-of floods that washed away civilizations, trickster figures who bent the rules, and sacred trees that held the worlds together. Why do these patterns appear everywhere, and what do they reveal about us today? This book uncovers the deep parallels of comparative mythology, showing how shared human fears and desires gave rise to strikingly similar myths across cultures. By tracing creation myths around the world, exploring the trickster archetype, and decoding underworld myths explained through journeys into death and rebirth, the book reveals how cultures far apart were wrestling with the same questions: Where did we come from? Why does suffering exist? What happens when we die? This is not just an exploration of the past. Readers interested in global myth patterns and archetypes in world myths will discover how these ancient frameworks continue to shape modern films, national identities, and even scientific worldviews. Through vivid storytelling and careful analysis, the book connects myths across cultures to modern life, offering a new lens to see how ideas of morality, power, and meaning are still carried in story form. If you are drawn to universal symbols in myth, intrigued by flood myth comparative analysis, or curious about religion and myth comparison, this book delivers clarity without oversimplification. It balances depth with accessibility, grounding insights in anthropology, psychology, and history while keeping the narrative engaging and relatable. By the final page, you'll see myths not as relics of forgotten worlds but as living codes-patterns that reveal how humanity has always searched for meaning in chaos, and how those same patterns echo powerfully in our lives today.
Japanese Folk Magic
Step into the mysterious and captivating world of Japanese folk magic with this beautifully illustrated guide, part of the Folk Magic series! Japanese Folk Magic explores centuries-old magical practices, rituals, divination techniques, legendary figures, and mythical creatures from Japan's rich spiritual traditions. From esoteric Buddhism to Kanpo medicine, purification rituals, and divination methods like omikuji and Seimei handan, each page presents these fascinating practices through stunning illustrations. Encounter iconic deities like Amaterasu, historical figures such as Abe no Seimei, and legendary creatures including Kitsune and Yuki-onna. Edited by experts in folk traditions, this volume blends authenticity with clarity, perfect for collectors, mythology enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to the enchanting world of magic. Explore Japanese Folk Magic: Covers rituals, spells, divination techniques, deities, historical figures, and legendary creatures Richly Illustrated: Original portraits and artwork bring ancient practices and folklore to life in a visually immersive way Comprehensive Coverage: Includes magic, rituals, healing practices, and cultural lore from Onmyodo to Kuji kiri and Kanpo medicine Expert Insight: Carefully edited by experts in in folk traditions for authentic, well-researched storytelling Perfect for Fans of Folklore: Ideal for curious fans of folklore and esotericism Part of the Folk Magic series: A collection of illustrated books unveiling the secrets of some of the most interesting magical and folk traditions in the world!
Celtic Folk Magic
Step beyond the mists and enter the enchanting world of Celtic folk magic with this beautifully illustrated guide, part of the Folk Magic series! Celtic Folk Magic unveils the secrets of ancient rituals, powerful spells, divination methods, legendary deities, and mythical creatures from the rich tapestry of Celtic culture. From cauldron magic and protective amulets to Ogham divination and sacred plants like oak, mistletoe, and mugwort, every page immerses readers in ancient practices brought to life through stunning illustrations. Encounter iconic gods and goddesses such as L繳g and Brigid, meet legendary figures like Boudicca and Conan Meriadoc, and discover magical beings including the Dullahan and the Fair Folk. Edited by experts in folk traditions, this volume blends authenticity with visual storytelling, offering collectors, mythology enthusiasts, and curious minds alike a captivating journey into the magical heart of Celtic lore. Explore Celtic Folk Magic: Rituals, spells, divination, deities, historic figures, and legendary creatures Stunningly Illustrated: Original portraits and artwork bring ancient practices and folklore to life in a visually immersive way Comprehensive & Fascinating: From sacred trees and mystical herbs to protective charms and cauldron rituals, uncover the secrets of Celtic magic Expert Insight: Carefully edited by experts in in folk traditions for authentic, well-researched storytelling Perfect for Fans of Folklore: Ideal for curious fans of folklore and esotericism Part of the Folk Magic series: A collection of illustrated books unveiling the secrets of some of the most interesting magical and folk traditions in the world!
Italian Folk Magic
Discover the fascinating world of Italian folk magic with this beautifully illustrated guide, part of the Folk Magic series! Italian Folk Magic unveils the traditions of popular magic deeply rooted in Italy's cultural heritage. From protective rituals against the evil eye and love and luck spells to healing practices, divination methods, and plant-based remedies, this book explores how magic shaped everyday life across regions and generations. Discover the symbolic power of herbs like garlic, rosemary, and St. John's wort, explore traditional fortune-telling practices, and encounter spirits, legendary figures, and historical practitioners from Italian folklore. Edited by experts in folk traditions, this volume blends authenticity with visual storytelling, offering collectors, folklore enthusiasts, and curious readers alike a captivating journey into Italy's folklore and superstition. Explore Italian Folk Magic: Rituals, spells, healing practices, divination, spirits, and historical figures Richly Illustrated: Original artwork brings traditional practices, symbols, and folklore vividly to life Comprehensive & Fascinating: From protective charms and folk remedies to plant magic and popular superstition, learn about Italy's magic and folklore Expert Insight: Carefully edited by experts in in folk traditions for authentic, well-researched storytelling Perfect for Fans of Folklore: Ideal for curious fans of folklore and esotericism Part of the Folk Magic series: A collection of illustrated books unveiling the secrets of some of the most interesting magical and folk traditions in the world!
More Forgotten Murders from Alaska
In this sequel to Forgotten Murders from Alaska's Capital, researcher and author Betsy Longenbaugh gives us ten more historic murders from five communities in Southeast Alaska. They include the murder of the Juneau man who enlisted, at age 15, to serve on the front lines of World War I, the brutal murder of a mother and child in the fishing town of Petersburg, and the dismemberment of her husband by a desperate woman in Sitka in the 1950s.Relying on source documents that included contemporary newspaper accounts, court records and other historic archives, Longenbaugh brings to life the communities and events that led to these crimes. Explore a 1906 town whose main attraction is a natural hot spring, the immigrant communities that worked in Alaska's first salmon canneries, and the growth of crime when prohibition came to the Last Frontier.
Food Identity
We inherit our tastes long before we learn to name them. At the table, families, faiths and nations write their stories into our appetites-and those stories quietly decide what we buy, cook and refuse. This book makes those scripts visible and negotiable, turning everyday meals into a source of clarity rather than conflict. It is for readers who sense that food is more than fuel, who want to keep what is wise in tradition without being ruled by it. Inside, you will discover how food identity is formed through food rituals and traditions, why how culture shapes taste matters more than willpower, and where the cultural psychology of eating overlaps with ethics, memory and status. You will see the social meanings of cuisine at work in school canteens, online trends and "authenticity" debates-and learn practical ways to preserve food and belonging while resisting unhelpful rules. Drawing on the anthropology of food, real-world case studies and simple exercises, it offers a calm, evidence-aware path to eating that fits your values, your body and your life. - Decode why you crave what you crave-and who taught you to - Replace inherited rules that no longer serve, without losing roots - Build new rituals for mixed households, busy weeks and changing seasons - Hold a principled, generous view on authenticity in cuisine that honours both origin and evolution If you have ever wondered why we eat what we eat, this is your field guide to identity on a plate-clear, humane and immediately useful.
Guard
In 1978, Philip Parker started his decades-long career as a prison guard at the Kentucky State Penitentiary, a place known as "The Castle" for its medieval look. On his first day, a mass escape set the tone for the dangerous and intense journey ahead. Over the years, Parker faced numerous challenges, from federal court allegations to life-threatening situations, including a dramatic hostage crisis with a notorious inmate.Parker's memoir takes readers through the emotions and realities of prison life. From handling daily violence and suicides to witnessing murders caused by racial tension and other conflicts, Parker describes the harsh environment of the prison. Guard includes detailed accounts of harrowing events, like the highway crime spree where two of his colleagues were shot.The book also covers the evolution of the prison itself, from its early days with medieval punishments to modern-day improvements. Parker shares his experiences as a warden, dealing with staff corruption, inmate violence, and the heavy responsibility of carrying out court-ordered executions. Guard is a vivid and honest account of a life spent managing the worst in human behavior while finding moments of compassion and redemption. It highlights the dedication and resilience required to maintain order in such a challenging environment, and offers a unique perspective on the sacrifices made by those who work in the prison system.
Peaky Blinders: The Real Gangs and Gangsters
Carl Chinn's Sunday Times number 1 best-selling Peaky Blinders. The Real Story adopted a chronological approach and covered the origins of Birmingham's backstreet gangs in the late 1860s through the late 20th century. This much-awaited fourth book in the bestselling series, Peaky Blinders: The Real Gangsters and Gangs will differ by taking a thematic approach and intends to delve far more deeply into the crimes as well as the political issues at the heart of this pre-war period. Focusing on the historical backstreet gangs of Birmingham before 1914, it delves more deeply into the worst peaky blinders and the real gangs whose bloody feuds, murders and maiming, baiting of police officers, gendered violence, indiscriminate bullying, blackmailing of publicans and music hall managers, and disturbing roles in political riots and racist attacks made Birmingham infamous as the city of the peaky blinders.
Guard
In 1978, Philip Parker started his decades-long career as a prison guard at the Kentucky State Penitentiary, a place known as "The Castle" for its medieval look. On his first day, a mass escape set the tone for the dangerous and intense journey ahead. Over the years, Parker faced numerous challenges, from federal court allegations to life-threatening situations, including a dramatic hostage crisis with a notorious inmate.Parker's memoir takes readers through the emotions and realities of prison life. From handling daily violence and suicides to witnessing murders caused by racial tension and other conflicts, Parker describes the harsh environment of the prison. Guard includes detailed accounts of harrowing events, like the highway crime spree where two of his colleagues were shot.The book also covers the evolution of the prison itself, from its early days with medieval punishments to modern-day improvements. Parker shares his experiences as a warden, dealing with staff corruption, inmate violence, and the heavy responsibility of carrying out court-ordered executions. Guard is a vivid and honest account of a life spent managing the worst in human behavior while finding moments of compassion and redemption. It highlights the dedication and resilience required to maintain order in such a challenging environment, and offers a unique perspective on the sacrifices made by those who work in the prison system.
The Global Conspiracy to Turn Me Homeless
In The Global Conspiracy to Turn Me Homeless, author Christos Margelis unveils his shocking real-life ordeal - a relentless campaign of corruption, persecution, and psychological warfare spanning multiple countries. After being falsely arrested in Montreal, Christos's attempt to expose police involvement with drug traffickers turns into a nightmare that crosses borders and decades. From Canada to Greece, Iceland to the United States, he faces a systematic effort to silence him, strip him of his livelihood, and erase his existence. This powerful expos矇 challenges the illusion of democracy in the West and raises a chilling question: If this could happen to one man, what's stopping it from happening to anyone? Courageous, eye-opening, and deeply personal, The Global Conspiracy to Turn Me Homeless is not just a testimony - it's a wake-up call to the world about the hidden machinery of power and oppression operating behind the fa癟ade of justice.
Prosocial Activism in Europe
The purpose of this monograph is to study the collective actions carried out by the networks of pro-migrant activism, in order to understand if these networks use migrant issues to reach purely political objectives, or they organize conventional or non-conventional protests aimed at establishing a society that respects human rights. In this regard, the research methodology is based on the application of comparative research to analyse some of the networks of associations operating in Europe, in order to sociologically deepen the phenomenon of prosocial activism and if this phenomenon would be expressed in forms of dissent protests such as civil disobedience or other demonstration practices. 
Thriving and Leading in the Intelligent Age
What does it take to lead-and to thrive-when intelligence itself is the new frontier of power?In Thriving and Leading in the Intelligent Age, Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder of the World Economic Forum and architect of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, distills half a century of global experience into a strategic framework for leadership in an era defined by AI, biotechnology, robotics and quantum innovation.With clarity and constructive optimism, Schwab invites readers to reflect on how intelligence can serve humanity rather than replace it.In this paradigm-shifting book, readers will discover how to: -Apply "integrated intelligence" to make smarter, faster, more ethical decisions-Redesign organizations around agility, inclusion, and continuous learning-Anticipate the next wave of technological convergence before competitors do-Strengthen emotional intelligence to inspire trust and purpose in uncertain times-Thrive personally by cultivating resilience, curiosity, and balance in a hyperconnected worldIf you want to future-proof your leadership and impact, this first volume in the Intelligent Age Series will become your essential blueprint to thrive in times of change.Remember: The future is not something that happens to us. It's something we create.
Falling to My Death
Ina book that combines memoir and cultural criticism of visual media, publicrhetoric, and memory texts, Jos矇 ?ngel Maldonado reflects on the subjectivitieshe embodies--mestizo, epileptic, and exile--while engaging in a critique of thevarious popular texts he encounters while travelling through Mexico afterliving in the United States as an undocumented immigrant. Using the suffix -cide(from the Latin caedere, "to fall," and "to die") as a guide for adiscussion of modes of dying in contemporary Mexico, he creates a constellationof terms like suicide, magnicide, genocide, and feminicide, as metaphors forfalling that define quotidian life in Mexico. This exercise uncloaks what heterms the "rhetorics of verticality" that many deploy when navigating dangeroussituations throughout violent, militarized Mexico. Trained as a cultural criticwho uses rhetorical theory to deconstruct discourse, he combines a confessionalstyle with an accessible academic voice to demonstrate how everyday textsinform and shape reality in order to anticipate, rather than react to, theinevitability of violence.
The Rise of Propaganda
A crowd does not change its mind; it is given a new one. This book shows how ordinary formats turned into extraordinary weapons, and why respectable language so often smuggles dangerous ideas.Across regimes, the craft looks familiar: frames that simplify, symbols that compress identity, and rhythms that make claims feel true. Readers learn how propaganda techniques work on attention, why media manipulation prefers plausibility to lies, and how wartime censorship and democratic spin converged under pressure. Moving from radio and newsreel to today's feeds, it explains framing and priming, the pull of the psychology of persuasion, and the choreography that turns stories into policy. Case studies from ministries, studios, and newsrooms reveal how narratives travel, why scapegoats persuade, and how "authenticity" is staged.This is for readers who want tools, not outrage: a compact grammar of narrative warfare, from radio and cinema to microtargeted ads. You will leave with habits of scrutiny that travel across platforms, a map for resisting modern disinformation, and a practical kit for critical media literacy without cynicism-clarity, not cleverness; understanding, not despair.
The Forgotten Flashpoint
A distant war became a mirror. An emperor's plea echoed through a chamber built to keep the peace, and the world learned how grand words could be emptied by delay. This is the story of how impunity was normalised, how collective security failure began not with tanks in Europe but with an invasion in Africa.You will follow the decisions that made weakness look prudent, and firmness look reckless. The book unpacks the mechanics of League of Nations sanctions that spared the vital commodities, the choreography of fascist propaganda Italy that made conquest sound like order, and the terror of mustard gas Ethiopia from the sky. It gives Ethiopia back its agency, tracing African resistance history and the diplomacy surrounding Haile Selassie's speech, while connecting those choices to the prelude to World War II.For readers of history, policy, and media, this is an explanation with teeth: how process smothers purpose, how narratives soften outrage, and why early tests matter. Suppose you want to understand the pattern beneath slogans like 'Italo-Ethiopian War, ' 'Italian Empire Abyssinia, ' and 'East Africa War 1935.' In that case, this book equips you with a clear lens for recognising the next crisis before the headlines do.
Transforming Public Safety
A frontline guide. A field-tested philosophy. A bold call to protect what works.Transforming Public Safety is the first compact and accessible field guide written for the people doing the work of Community Violence Intervention (CVI)-those closest to the pain and promise of change. Designed in the spirit of a hands-on manual, this book equips outreach workers, violence interrupters, credible messengers, case managers, program directors, and city officials with the insights, discipline, and clarity needed to make gun violence rare and non-recurring.Written by DeVone Boggan, founder of Advance Peace and architect of the Peacemaker Fellowship(R), this guide draws from more than two decades of experience transforming America's most violent neighborhoods into zones of healing and hope. Boggan distills his proven approach into practical tools, foundational principles, and hard-earned lessons that help CVI practitioners sharpen their purpose, maintain fidelity to the work, and stay anchored in the mission when it matters most.This isn't theory. It's strategy, structure, and soul.Whether you're a seasoned Neighborhood Change Agent, violence interrupter, a newly hired outreach worker, or a city leader building CVI infrastructure from the ground up, this book gives you a blueprint rooted in what actually works. It outlines what excellence looks like on the frontlines-where credibility is earned, relationships are currency, and lives hang in the balance.Inside, you'll find: -Clear expectations that define the CVI practitioner's role-Core values, principles, tools and techniques necessary for delivering optimal CVI outcomes for impacted communities-Strategies for maintaining personal wellness and professional integrity under pressure-A vision for CVI as essential civic infrastructure-not just a program, but a public safety necessityMore than a toolkit, Transforming Public Safety is a rallying cry for those committed to doing the work right. At a time when CVI is gaining national attention-but also risks dilution-this book reinforces what must never be lost: precision, purpose, and proximity to those at the center of gun violence.Accessible to newcomers. Indispensable to veterans - This book isn't just something to read-it's something to carry.
The Indoor People's Nature
We spend most of our lives indoors. In this book, Danish anthropologist Cecilie Rubow explores the impact that this way of life has on our understanding of nature and our approach to dealing with the ecological crises the world faces. The author follows in the footsteps of beach people, bird people, environmentalists and climate activists. It is a journey full of magic, surprises and critique, which leads to the realisation that there is not just one nature, but many, and that we come across it where least expected. The book also serves an introduction to new anthropological thinking about how ecological crises call for new ways of conceptualising nature.
Pretreatment Guide for Homeless Outreach & Housing First
This book provides social workers, outreach clinicians, case managers, and concerned community members with a pretreatment guide for assisting homeless couples, youth, and single adults. The inter-relationship between Homeless Outreach and Housing First is examined in detail to inform program development and hands on practice. Pretreatment Guide for Homeless Outreach & Housing First shares five detailed case studies from the field to elucidate effective ways of helping and to demonstrate how the most vulnerable among us can overcome trauma and homelessness. Readers will: Expand their assessment skills and discover new interventions for helping people who have experienced long-term or chronic homelessness. Understand and be able to integrate the stages of common language construction with their own practice. Learn about the positive measurable impact of a Housing First approach and its moral, fiscal, and quality of life implications. Understand how to better integrate program policy and supervision with Homeless Outreach & Housing First initiatives. Learn how to utilize a Pretreatment Approach with couples, youth, and unaccompanied adults experiencing untreated major mental illness and addiction. "Jay S. Levy's book is essential reading to both people new to the movement to end homelessness and folks who have been in the trenches for many years. Learn how to do effective outreach with the chronic homeless population, and the ins and outs of the Housing First model. The personal stories and the success cases will give inspiration to work even harder to help both individuals and for ending homelessness in your community." Michael Stoops, Director of Community Organizing National Coalition for the Homeless, Washington, DC Learn more at www.JaySLevy.com Another empowering book from Loving Healing Press www.LovingHealing.com
Print Media and Broadcast Journalism
In "Print Media and Broadcast Journalism: Ink to Airwaves" immerse yourself in the thrilling world of journalism where truth meets integrity. This comprehensive guide bridges theoretical frameworks with practical skills essential for aspiring journalists. From uncovering the core mission of journalism to mastering the art of news writing, broadcasting, and editing, this book offers a structured pathway to excellence. Delve into the foundational concepts of journalism, the nuances of print media, and the dynamic landscape of broadcast journalism. Discover the responsibilities and ethical considerations that define the journalistic profession, and equip yourself with the skills needed to craft compelling stories across various media formats. Written with a blend of academic rigor and practical insights, this book empowers students to think critically, identify newsworthy stories, conduct insightful interviews, and produce impactful content that informs, engages, and sparks meaningful conversations. Whether your passion lies in print, radio, or television journalism, this guide is your stepping stone to success in the ever-evolving realm of media. "Print Media and Broadcast Journalism" is not just a book; it is a roadmap to igniting your passion for ethical reporting and becoming a vital voice in today's media landscape. Embark on a transformative journey as a journalist and embrace the power of your voice.
Ge Dora―Timeless Thresholds
This richly illustrated volume explores 66 distinctive doors from Sri Lankan homes, spanning from pre-modern traditions to the modern contemporary era. Each door is examined not only for its architectural characteristics, but also through a phenomenological lens that reveals the political, economic, and socio-cultural forces that shaped its existence. Designed for architects, students, researchers, and design enthusiasts, the book strikes a balance between scholarly depth and visual allure. The narrative remains accessible yet intellectually engaging, offering detailed architectural terminology and contextual insights alongside vivid, high-quality imagery. By uncovering the stories embedded in thresholds-silent witnesses to shifting eras and identities-this work invites readers to rethink domestic architecture as a powerful cultural artifact. Whether for academic inquiry or design inspiration, the book promises to captivate and inform.
The History of Cannibalism
Cannibalism is one of the strongest taboos in human society, and yet its history is far more widespread and varied than the word suggests. This book examines cannibalism across human history, drawing on archaeology, anthropology, and historical records to distinguish between ritual cannibalism, survival cannibalism, and the exaggerated or false accusations that colonial powers used to justify conquest.The book covers documented cases from prehistoric Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific, as well as historical episodes of survival cannibalism in modern times. It also examines how the concept of cannibalism has been weaponized as propaganda and how anthropological understanding of the practice has changed significantly over the past century. It is a factual and analytically sound treatment of a subject that is often handled sensationally.Contents: Reader review: "A serious and well-researched book on a difficult subject. It separates fact from myth and the history is genuinely fascinating." -- P. AshworthThis title belongs in anthropology, cultural history, and dark history sections. It suits academic booksellers, public libraries, and trade buyers with customers interested in the more unusual corners of human history.Order now.
Deep Furrows
Deep furrows offers a compelling portrayal of the endurance and unity of Western Canadian farmers as they confront the social and economic challenges of early agricultural life. Set against the vast prairies, the narrative details the emergence of cooperative movements that sought to protect individual farmers from the injustices of monopolized markets and exploitative transportation systems. The story begins with a lone farmer journeying across open fields, weighed down by both physical hardship and the realization of systemic inequity. His encounter with another farmer marks the beginning of collective awareness - a recognition that solidarity is the only path toward change. Through these early conversations, the narrative captures the growing spirit of cooperation and rebellion that would define the agricultural reform movement. Blending personal reflection with historical documentation, the book examines the transformation of isolated laborers into a unified community. Deep furrows becomes not just a chronicle of economic resistance but a tribute to perseverance, illustrating how shared purpose can reshape both livelihood and identity on the rugged frontier.
Solaris Farm A Story Of The Twentieth Century
Solaris farm: A story of the twentieth century examines the challenges and potential of agricultural life in the face of economic inequality and land monopolization. The narrative reflects on the vital role of farmers not only in sustaining society but also in driving progressive change. It explores how reform-minded individuals envision agriculture as more than labor - it becomes a foundation for social improvement, dignity, and independence. Through conversations and reflective planning, the story emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and moral responsibility. It portrays farming as a deliberate act of resistance against exploitative systems, with characters committed to restoring balance and fairness to rural life. The novel critiques the concentration of land ownership and calls for a renewed understanding of how the land and those who cultivate it shape national integrity. It underscores the need for visionary leadership in the agricultural sphere, highlighting how education, cooperation, and determination can transform both individuals and communities. At its core, the book is an argument for empowerment through purposeful stewardship of the land.
Talks To Farmers
Talks to farmers uses familiar agricultural imagery to offer reflections on personal responsibility, effort, and inner growth. Drawing parallels between the condition of a neglected field and the state of one's spiritual life, the work emphasizes the quiet yet profound consequences of inaction. The idea that diligence must be cultivated like a crop becomes central, as neglect breeds disorder both in soil and in spirit. The writing encourages careful attention to everyday tasks as opportunities for reflection and improvement, underscoring that meaning is found not in grand gestures but in persistent care. Through observations of natural processes, the text invites readers to see work and discipline not as burdens but as sources of clarity and fulfillment. The field becomes a mirror, revealing whether one's life is being tended with wisdom or left to decay. Lessons drawn from nature guide readers toward a deeper engagement with their surroundings and themselves, turning ordinary labor into a space for growth, purpose, and enduring insight.
War Of The Classes
War of the classes examines the rising tensions between the working class and the capitalist elite, offering a passionate critique of economic inequality and industrial power. Jack London presents a direct, analytical exploration of social conflict, drawing on his observations of labor movements and his belief in socialism as a transformative force. The opening establishes the evolution of socialist thought in America, tracing its shift from public ridicule to political legitimacy. Through recollections of his early experiences, London reflects on how industrial expansion and economic disparity exposed the reality of class division. His arguments emphasize the inevitability of conflict between labor and capital, framing this struggle as a fundamental aspect of social progress. The tone is both urgent and reflective, urging collective awareness and organized resistance as means of challenging the established order. By connecting historical development with moral and economic insight, London positions the class struggle not merely as an economic issue but as a human and ethical imperative for justice and equality.
Christmas in County Cork
Christmas in Cork is a richly woven journey through the customs, superstitions, memories, and magic that shaped the season in Ireland's southernmost county. From candlelit windowsills and windswept farmhouses to bustling market towns, this book brings together forgotten traditions, local lore, and lived experiences passed down through generations.Drawing on folklore archives, oral histories, and the author's family on a hillside watched over by the Fastnet Light, these chapters explore how faith, hardship, community, and small acts of kindness shaped Christmas for the people of Cork. Here are tales of mummers and midnight Mass, butter churn charms and ghostly warnings, storms that cut valleys off from the world, and the quiet resilience of families who kept hope burning through the darkest nights. At once intimate and evocative, Christmas in Cork is a tribute to place, memory, and the enduring power of light in winter. It invites readers to step inside a world where a simple candle in the window could guide the lost home - and where the warmth of community was the greatest gift of all.
Foundation of Research Methodology and Analysis of Statistics Data
The purpose of this book is to guide students in the process of conducting their research, designing the experiment, and choosing appropriate statistical tests for analyzing data. It is intended to help graduate and post-graduate students preparing to conduct research related to their thesis work by providing a brief revision of fundamental statistical concepts and elucidating the application of statistics in scientific research. Although qualitative approaches to research have been touched upon, the main emphasis is on quantitative methods and data analyses as this is a perceived weakness in graduate academic curricula in Africa.
High-Speed Rail's Dual-Phase Productivity Effects
High-speed rail (HSR) serves not merely as a tool for space-time compression but as critical infrastructure that reshapes regional economic geography. Moving beyond the limitations of existing research focused on post-operational economic effects, this book pioneers an "HSR Development Cycle" analytical framework. It reveals the dual-phase dynamic impact mechanism involving pre-agglomeration of resources during the construction phase and factor reallocation during the operational phase, thereby advancing the theoretical construction of the equilibrium mechanism between HSR's "siphon effect" and "diffusion effect". Building on a theoretical breakthrough that proposes a dual-phase "Construction-Operation" model - demonstrating how capital, labor and energy injection during construction triggers structural reorganization of regional factors, thereby subverting the traditional "operation-dominant" paradigm - this research achieves significant methodological advances. These include: creating a capital-labor-energy embedded green Total Factor Productivity (TFP) assessment system integrating weighted non-radial directional distance functions and the Global Malmquist-Luenberger index; developing relative slackness metrics for the construction phase to resolve absolute distance measurement bias; and constructing a neural-network-based counterfactual identification model to precisely isolate net effects amid policy interference. Empirically grounded policy insights emerge from this approach, revealing critical regional heterogeneity in HSR impacts: Eastern China exhibits a "short-term suppression, long-term leap" technological upgrade curve, while central and western regions leverage construction-phase capital dividends for catch-up development. Consequently, this work provides robust, evidence-based zoning strategies for optimizing the planning and implementation of China's "Eight Vertical & Eight Horizontal" HSR network.
A Book Of Scoundrels
A book of scoundrels presents an exploration of daring individuals who challenged social order through acts of deception, theft, and defiance. Instead of portraying these figures as simple criminals, the book examines how their reputations were shaped by courage, wit, and a refusal to conform to expectations. The narrative highlights how unconventional behavior can reveal hidden flaws in society, exposing hypocrisy and rigid moral values. Through reflections on shifting ideas of right and wrong, the work shows how environments and circumstances mold people into what society later labels as misfits. Each chapter considers how these figures carved identities that blended rebellion with charm and shows how their actions disrupted established power. Rather than focusing solely on crime, the book investigates the fascination society holds for those who dare to break the rules. The writing combines sharp observations with historical detail, encouraging the reader to see how transgression can sometimes reveal deeper truths about justice, freedom, and the human search for independence. Through this approach, the book offers not only storytelling but also a deeper understanding of how audacity and survival instincts shaped unforgettable lives.
Life And Death Of Cormac The Skald
The life and death of cormac the skald is a historical narrative rooted in Icelandic tradition, composed between the mid-13th and early 14th centuries and later translated in the early 20th century. It portrays the journey of a skald navigating love, honor, and destiny within the vibrant tapestry of Norse culture. The story begins by recounting the deeds and hardships of his Viking ancestry, weaving together legacies of courage and tragedy that shape his path. A formidable father figure sets in motion the search for both glory and marriage, guiding the skald toward alliances that become fraught with emotional and political tension. Central to the plot is his steadfast pursuit of a chief's daughter, an enduring yet troubled bond that intertwines romantic longing with the demands of honor. As challenges escalate, duels and confrontations mark turning points that test his resilience, culminating in a fate tied inseparably to love and conflict. Rich in poetic imagery and threaded with themes of loyalty, ambition, and inevitability, the work captures the essence of Norse saga tradition.
USA and Racial Divide
USA and Racial Divide: Lord Heal Me and Heal Our Land addresses racism from the perspective of a sixty-three-year-old African American Christian woman who has struggled with her ability to experience the love of God because of her contradictory reality. The book, though controversial, will benefit all readers because it exposes the true culprit of division whether in races, homes, families, nations or our world. Attention is given to the role of the Body of Christ (church) in this sinister attack of the enemy, and how we are without excuse in continuing justifying its acceptance in our society. "It cannot be done by the marches of the 1960s, but by a spiritual revolution, hearts must change" were the words that were given in answer to a prayer about racism in our nation. Understanding God's original plan for mankind (male and female), understanding who God is and who man is, understanding human behavior, exploring historical facts about our nation and African descendants, recognizing the true enemy of division, understanding that racism is the symptom of a greater spiritual problem that cannot be handled by natural means are all covered in this book. The author reminds the Body of Christ of its role in perpetuating racism and the need for repentance so we can be the light of the world that we are called to be. We have been given the ministry of reconciliation; however, we remain powerless if we behave as the world. Although many are saved, there is a need for spiritual maturity; otherwise, we remain babes in Christ and behave just like the world. "Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed" 1Pe 2:24
Myths And Myth-Makers Old Tales And Superstitions Interpreted By Comparative Mythology
Myths and myth-makers examines the universal patterns and origins of mythological narratives through scholarly analysis of folklore traditions from diverse cultures. The work investigates how legendary tales, often mistaken for historical accounts, actually represent shared human experiences and psychological truths that transcend geographical boundaries. Through comparative methodology, the author demonstrates that similar stories appear across unrelated societies, suggesting common roots in human nature and collective memory rather than factual events. The exploration begins with familiar legends and expands to reveal how these narratives function as explanatory frameworks for natural phenomena and moral understanding. By analyzing recurring motifs and themes, the study shows how myths evolve and adapt while maintaining their essential symbolic meaning. The work emphasizes that these stories serve as windows into the human psyche, reflecting universal concerns about heroism, sacrifice, and the relationship between individuals and their communities. Through careful examination of folklore patterns, the book reveals how mythological thinking shapes cultural identity and provides insight into the fundamental ways humans process experience and meaning across time and place.
Deep Waters
Deep waters or a strange story traces the journey of a young man whose promising future is unexpectedly disrupted by emotional and spiritual turmoil. After completing his legal education, he sets out to establish a career in law while managing a complex relationship with a wealthy and socially connected woman. The story begins in an atmosphere of achievement and optimism, with the excitement of graduation setting the tone for what appears to be a life destined for success. However, beneath the surface of ambition and romance lies a growing conflict between worldly aspirations and deeper moral and spiritual questions. As the protagonist becomes absorbed in his professional pursuits, a visiting evangelist triggers a powerful internal reckoning, prompting him to reassess his priorities. The path forward is further complicated by a rival suitor, casting doubt over his relationship and highlighting the fragile nature of his emotional world. This novel explores themes of faith, personal integrity, and the dissonance between human plans and unforeseen destiny, offering a thoughtful reflection on the true cost of achievement.
The Ways Of Men
The ways of men is a thoughtful collection of essays that examines the intricacies of human nature, national identity, and the humor found in everyday life. The work weaves together observations on social habits, domestic routines, and the contrasts between idealism and reality within modern civilization. Opening with the origin story of the patriotic symbol Uncle Sam, the author connects history with the shaping of American character, grounding broader reflections on integrity, pride, and cultural spirit. From this patriotic narrative, the tone shifts to keen social satire, where domestic life becomes a stage for subtle absurdities. Vignettes of household life and social behavior expose vanity, affection, and folly in equal measure, revealing universal traits that transcend time. Through polished prose and insight tempered with wit, the essays encourage readers to see the humor behind human contradictions while inviting a deeper understanding of societal values. The book blends humor, philosophy, and observation into a lively study of human conduct.
Three Acres And Liberty
Three acres and liberty is a practical guide that promotes self-sufficiency through small-scale farming and intelligent land use. It encourages individuals to cultivate independence by turning limited plots into productive spaces capable of supporting families and communities. The book emphasizes that true prosperity can come from direct engagement with the soil rather than reliance on urban systems. Through clear examples, practical advice, and insightful commentary, it demonstrates how even a few acres can yield abundance when managed with care and efficiency. The author combines agricultural instruction with social reflection, highlighting how reclaiming the land can restore dignity, health, and stability to everyday life. It also advocates for the transformation of idle or vacant city lots into thriving gardens, showing how cultivation fosters both personal and communal renewal. This work stands as a timeless call for self-reliance and environmental harmony, illustrating that freedom and fulfillment are achievable through patient labor, respect for nature, and practical stewardship of the earth.
Heroes Every Child Should Know
Heroes every child should know is a collection of timeless stories that celebrates courage, virtue, and the enduring power of moral strength. The book gathers tales of legendary heroes from diverse cultures, offering young readers examples of valor, perseverance, and integrity. Through vivid retellings of figures such as Perseus, Hercules, and Daniel, it seeks to awaken admiration for those who confront great challenges with faith and resolve. The narrative emphasizes that heroes are not defined merely by strength but by their ability to act selflessly for the greater good. Each story reflects ideals of honor and resilience, inspiring readers to recognize the value of noble deeds in everyday life. The introduction frames heroism as a universal human pursuit, suggesting that every age and culture finds meaning through its champions. Blending moral reflection with adventure, the book becomes both educational and uplifting, encouraging a lasting appreciation for the virtues that unite humanity across time and place.
The Story Of The Volsungs With Excerpts From The Poetic Edda
The story of the volsungs: With excerpts from the poetic Edda is an Old Norse saga that unites myth, legend, and heroic destiny into an enduring narrative of courage and tragedy. It chronicles the lineage of a noble family whose fate is shaped by divine influence, vengeance, and the unbreakable bond of blood. The saga explores the rise and fall of generations who confront betrayal, love, and the call of destiny amid forces beyond their control. Through poetic language and vivid imagery, it captures the power of human endurance and the cost of ambition. The integration of excerpts from the poetic edda enriches the tale, grounding it in a mythic framework where gods and mortals intertwine. The narrative moves through cycles of glory and ruin, revealing how fate governs the lives of heroes and the legacies they leave behind. Rooted in ancient tradition, this work remains a timeless meditation on honor, destiny, and the eternal struggle between order and chaos.
Health & Happiness
Drawing on an expansive, nationally representative sample of 28,308 Indian adults aged 60+ from LASI (2017-18), this essential study delivers clear, evidence-based insights into what truly fosters life satisfaction in India's rapidly aging population. It confirms that better self-rated physical health, greater functional independence, and freedom from depressive symptoms are all strongly linked to higher life satisfaction-even after accounting for age, gender, education, caste, wealth, and living arrangements. It also reveals that co-residence with spouse and children, higher socioeconomic status, and education over 10 years significantly boost well-being, while mental health challenges, ADL/IADL limitations, and socioeconomic inequalities persist as barriers. Notably, satisfaction increases among the oldest-old (75+), yet remains shaped by social integration and economic privilege. By weaving together physical, mental, functional, social, and economic dimensions, this book offers a powerful roadmap for policymakers, health professionals, and caregivers urging holistic interventions and continued longitudinal research to foster happier, healthier aging in India.
Impact of Civilizational Populism on Intergroup Emotions, Social Cohesion, and Civility
This book explores the concept of civilizational populism and its impact on social cohesion in the United Kingdom. Drawing on data from the British Social Attitudes Survey, it employs quantitative analysis to examine intergroup emotions and civility between the majority population and ethnoreligious minorities. The study investigates how civilizational populist rhetoric influences social dynamics, attitudes, and relationships across diverse communities. By delving into the complexities of modern British society, this work offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities for fostering unity and understanding in an increasingly diverse nation.
The Future Of The Colored Race In America
The future of the colored race in America examines the social, political, and moral dimensions of emancipation and the status of African Americans during the Civil War era. The book explores the historical foundations of slavery and its profound effects on both the enslaved and the wider society, emphasizing the intertwined concepts of liberty, justice, and human dignity. Aikman analyzes the potential paths for the African American population in the aftermath of emancipation, considering challenges such as social integration, economic participation, and political enfranchisement. He reflects on the possibilities for advancement and self-determination, weighing options including colonization and the prospects for full inclusion within American society. The work highlights the significance of education, civic engagement, and moral responsibility in shaping the future of the colored race, while acknowledging the obstacles posed by entrenched prejudice and societal structures. Through careful reasoning and historical context, Aikman presents a nuanced perspective on race relations, underscoring the importance of deliberate action and collective responsibility in fostering equality, opportunity, and a more just society.
The Problem Of The Ohio Mounds
The problem of the Ohio mounds examines the enduring mystery of the ancient mound structures located across Ohio, seeking to resolve debates over their origins. The book begins by framing the central question that has sparked widespread curiosity-who constructed these remarkable earthworks? Drawing from detailed analysis and comparative research, the author moves beyond past theories attributing the mounds to unknown or extinct races. Instead, the narrative presents compelling archaeological and cultural evidence to support an indigenous origin, arguing that the mounds were the work of Native American tribes, particularly those who were present at the time of early European contact. The book highlights connections between burial customs, artefact types, and social traditions, positioning the mounds as integral to the history and legacy of the region's original inhabitants. Through methodical argument and scientific inquiry, it counters misconceptions and reinforces the significance of these structures as living testaments to Native American ingenuity and continuity.
Miscellanies Upon Various Subjects
Miscellanies upon various subjects is a collection of writings that examines diverse topics related to historical anecdotes, superstitions, and observations about English society in the 17th century. Written in the late 1600s, it captures the intellectual curiosities and cultural beliefs of its time, revealing reflections on dreams, omens, coincidences, and peculiar natural or human phenomena. The work begins with an autobiographical introduction where the author recounts personal experiences, education, and his lifelong fascination with antiquity and folklore. Through this self-portrait, readers gain insight into the inquisitive mind that shaped the essays that follow. The subsequent writings explore the influence of superstition on everyday life, the mysterious power attributed to certain days or events, and notable historical examples of supposed prophetic occurrences. Each essay combines historical observation with elements of storytelling and speculation, illustrating the blurred boundaries between science and belief in early modern England. This collection stands as both a record of intellectual curiosity and a mirror of human fascination with the unexplained, offering readers a glimpse into a period where rational inquiry and mystic wonder coexisted.
Voices from Mariel
The stories of Cuban refugees who journeyed across the straits of Florida in search of a better futureBetween April and September 1980, more than 125,000 Cuban refugees fled their homeland, seeking freedom from Fidel Castro's dictatorship. They departed in boats from the port of Mariel and braved the dangerous 90-mile journey across the Straits of Florida. Told in the words of the immigrants themselves, the stories in Voices from Mariel offer an up-close view of this international crisis, the largest overseas mass migration in Latin American history.Former refugees describe what it was like to gather among thousands of dissidents on the grounds of the Peruvian embassy in Cuba where the movement first began. They were abused by the masses who protested them as they made their way to the Mariel harbor, before Castro permitted them to leave the country in an attempt to disperse the civil unrest. They waited interminably for boats in oppressive heat, squalor, and desperation at the crowded tent camp known as "El Mosquito." They embarked on vessels overloaded with too many passengers and battled harrowing storms on their journeys across the open ocean.Author Jos矇 Manuel Garc穩a, who emigrated on the Mariel boatlift as a teenager, describes the events that led to the exodus and explains why so many Cubans wanted to leave the island. The shockingly high numbers of refugees who came through immigration centers in Key West, Miami, and other parts of the United States sent a message to the world--loud and clear--of the people's discontent with Castro's government and the unfulfilled promises of the Cuban Revolution. Based on the award-winning documentary of the same name, Voices from Mariel features the experiences of marielitos from all walks of life. These are stories of disappointed dreams, love for family and country, and hope for a better future.This book illuminates a powerful moment in history that will continue to be felt in Cuba and the United States for generations to come.
Black Panther in Exile
The story of an influential Black Panther member who has lived in exile in Africa for 55 yearsFlorida Book Awards, Silver Medal for General NonfictionIn the tumultuous year after Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, 29-year-old Pete O'Neal became inspired by reading The Autobiography of Malcolm X and founded the Kansas City branch of the Black Panther Party (BPP). The same year, FBI director J. Edgar Hoover declared the BPP was the "greatest threat to the internal security of the country." Black Panther in Exile is the gripping story of O'Neal, one of the influential members of the movement, who now lives in Africa--unable to return to the United States but refusing to renounce his past.Arrested in 1969 and convicted for transporting a shotgun across state lines, O'Neal was free on bail pending his appeal when Fred Hampton, chairman of the Illinois chapter of the BPP, was assassinated by the police. O'Neal and his wife fled the United States for Algiers. Eventually they settled in Tanzania, where the O'Neals continue the social justice work of the Panthers through community and agricultural programs and host study-abroad programs for American students.Paul Magnarella--a veteran of the United Nations Criminal Tribunals and O'Neal's attorney during his appeals process from 1997 to 2001--describes his unsuccessful attempts to overturn what he argues was a wrongful conviction. He lucidly reviews the evidence of judicial errors, the prosecution's use of a paid informant as a witness, perjury by both the prosecution's key witness and a federal agent, as well as other constitutional violations. He demonstrates how O'Neal was denied justice during the height of the COINTELPRO assault on black activists in the United States.
