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This is many of the old books which has been considered important throughout the human history. They are now extremely scarce and very expensive antique. So that this work is never forgotten We republish them in high quality, using the original text and artwork...

Advances in modern technological devices have allowed sports scientists to gather increasingly detailed information about the sports field and movement performance analysis. The availability of a wide range of kinetic and kinematic parameters has led to significant improvements in our ability to analyze various...

The primary scope of these articles is to contextualize their mystical writings and life events in their own historical times. The aim of this volume is to expand on the existing literature currently available and to make clear why these mystics from different cultures...

Amelia Earhart, one of the most popular American women pilots of the 20th century, was invited to speak at a public radio broadcast about a woman's place in the scientific world in 1935. Earhart spoke about many of the recent technological advancements of the...

Ocean Melodies, and Seamen's Companion - A collection of hymns and music: for the use of Bethels, chaplains of the Navy, and private devotion of mariners. Twelfth Edition is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1866. Hansebooks is editor of the...

The nature of Nihonjinron lies in its attempt to explain who the Japanese are and thereby remove the anxiety associated with the identity of the modern Japanese. The existence of this anxiety stems from the fact that in modern times Japan occupied a peculiar...

Until recently, liberalism was, according to Karl Polanyi, embedded within civil society, working closely with a democratic state intent on addressing, in solidarity, the social risks associated with modern capitalism. Modern relations between society and the state have been, at best, ones of shared...

The ongoing discussions about globalization, American hegemony and September 11 and its aftermath have moved the debate about the export of American culture and cultural anti-Americanism to center stage of world politics. At such a time, it is crucial to understand the process of...

Sartre Today is a tribute to Jean-Paul Sartre on the centenary of his birth (1905-2005). With twenty-two contributions from leading Sartre scholars in North America and the United Kingdom, this volume will greatly enhance Sartre scholarship in the English-speaking world. The diversity of these...

Caring for You as the Memories Fade Away revolves around the life experiences of people who have their loved ones struggling with dementia and other cognitive deficits. The author is a social worker and caregiver who fictionalizes different characteristics of a person that struggles...

What if you could unlock the secrets of nature, harness the transformative power of alchemy, and discover the profound connection between the physical and spiritual worlds?The Hermetic and Alchemical Writings of Paracelsus is a modern translation of Paracelsus' most influential works. A pioneer of...

What if you could unlock ageless wisdom to navigate life's transitions with grace and understanding?In this enlightening work, Aristotle reflects on the nature of youth and old age, offering insights into human development, energy, and vitality. Adapted for the modern reader, this timeless guide...

What if you could unlock the mysteries of the universe, transform your inner self, and gain wisdom that transcends time?The Emerald Tablet is a modern translation of one of history's most enigmatic texts. Attributed to the legendary Hermes Trismegistus, The Emerald Tablet is a...

What if you could access ancient wisdom that bridges the gap between the human and the divine, unlocking the secrets of the cosmos and the soul's journey?The Chaldean Oracles is a modern translation of one of the most revered esoteric texts of late antiquity....

What if you could unlock the timeless wisdom of the ancient world, understand the divine mysteries of the cosmos, and transform your life through self-discovery?The Life and Teachings of Thoth Hermes Trismegistus is a modern translation of the legendary Hermetic teachings attributed to Hermes...

What if you could unlock the secrets of the cosmos, understand the nature of the divine, and discover your soul's purpose?Corpus Hermeticum is a modern translation of the foundational Hermetic texts, designed to make the profound teachings of Hermes Trismegistus accessible to contemporary readers....

What if you could master strategy, inspire those around you, and achieve victory in every aspect of your life?The Maxims of War: Napoleon's Insights on Strategy, Leadership, and Victory brings you the timeless military wisdom of Napoleon Bonaparte, carefully modernized and adapted for today's...

What if the ideas society holds sacred are the very barriers to its progress? How do we break free from the constraints of tradition and embrace the courage to think differently?Twilight of the Idols is Friedrich Nietzsche's incisive critique of conventional morality, philosophy, and...

What if you could unlock the hidden laws of the universe, master your mind, and align yourself with life's unseen forces?The Kybalion: Unlock the Hermetic Secrets of the Universe brings you the timeless teachings of the Three Initiates, carefully modernized and adapted for today's...

What if you could unlock your full potential, embrace freedom, and rise above limitations to live life on your own terms?Originally written as a philosophical novel, Thus Spoke Zarathustra is Nietzsche's profound exploration of humanity's potential for self-overcoming, freedom, and the pursuit of greatness....

What if you could challenge conventional morality, seek deeper truths, and unlock the strength to live authentically and powerfully?Written in the late 19th century, Beyond Good and Evil is Nietzsche's profound critique of traditional morality and his call for humanity to rise above simplistic...

What if you could uncover the secrets of the universe, explore the foundations of science and philosophy, and gain a deeper understanding of the natural world?On the Nature of Things: Lucretius' Epic on Science, Philosophy, and the Cosmos brings you Lucretius' timeless masterpiece, thoughtfully...

What if you could uncover the mind of one of history's greatest military leaders, master strategic thinking, and learn the art of leadership and conquest?The Commentaries of Julius Caesar: The Conquests and Strategies of Rome's Greatest General brings you the timeless writings of Julius...

What if you could explore the profound relationship between faith, doubt, and the search for meaning in life?Fear and Trembling: Kierkegaard's Journey into Faith, Doubt, and Ethics brings you S ren Kierkegaard's groundbreaking exploration of faith and morality, thoughtfully modernized and adapted for today's...

What if you could experience the full scope of love, war, and the human spirit in one unforgettable story?War and Peace: Tolstoy's Epic Masterpiece of Love, Conflict, and Humanity brings you Leo Tolstoy's timeless exploration of life's greatest struggles and triumphs, carefully translated and...

What if you could explore the profound relationship between faith, doubt, and the search for meaning in life?Fear and Trembling: Kierkegaard's Journey into Faith, Doubt, and Ethics brings you S ren Kierkegaard's groundbreaking exploration of faith and morality, thoughtfully modernized and adapted for today's...

How do we provide effective public services in a deeply neoliberal world? In the wake of the widespread failure of privatisation efforts, societies in the global south are increasingly seeking progressive ways of recreating the public sector. With contributors ranging from cutting-edge scholars to...

Increasingly, consumers in North America and Europe see their purchasing as a way to express to the commercial world their concerns about trade justice, the environment and similar issues. This ethical consumption has attracted growing attention in the press and among academics. Extending beyond...

The nature of the currently emerging European society, which includes the economic and social transformation of Eastern and Central European countries, has been hotly debated. At its center is the relationship between markets and civil society within political and social contexts. The contributors to...

Since the emergence of the dissident "parallel polis" in Eastern Europe, civil society has become a "new superpower," influencing democratic transformations, human rights, and international co-operation; co-designing economic trends, security and defense; reshaping the information society; and generating new ideas on the environment, health,...

fThe ultimate funeral planning guide.Two books are combined in the one publication, the first being 'The Last Farewell, and the second being 'It's Your Funeral'.The need to organize a funeral comes at a time of intense grief and pressure. 'The Last Farewell' tells you...

By Fidel Castro Ruz. Edited by Vijay Prashad and Manolo de los Santos.Foreword by Fernando Gonzalez LlortPublished by 1804 Books and Leftword Books, 2021'You cannot kill ideas. Fidel, for the Third World, was not merely another leader. He was the mirror of its aspirations....

Learn from other people's successes in problem solving? You can really do so by studying the fascinating and inspiring stories of how Fai-Nan Perng overcame growing up in poverty to become the world's only "10A" top central banker; how Master Sheng Yen, Taiwan's first...

Rerock is a full, true look and breakdown of black communities across our nation. It shows ways to change our way of thinking so that we can get our communities back to functioning more on the positive side of the fence than the mountains...

Since the 1980s, France has experienced a vigorous revival of interest in its past and cultural heritage. This has been expressed as part of a movement of remembering through museums and festivals as well as via elaborate commemorations, most notably those held to celebrate...

"Civil Society" has been experiencing a global renaissance among social movements and political thinkers during the last two decades. This collection of original papers by junior and senior scholars offers an important comparative-historical dimension to the debate by examining the historical roots of civil...

Alberta farmers and ranchers know that, in the frustrating business of agriculture, years of bounty inexplicably turn into years of despair. Looking back over the past half century, Jaques recounts the tumultuous history of the Alberta farm organization Unifarm. This book documents Alberta farmers'...

This volume is an attempt to integrate the theory and data of social and personality development within a modem evolutionary framework. The various chapters are not meant to be read in isolation from one another but rather are intended to form an integrated whole....

Although the Latin American region has shown an impressive growth in educational attainment over the past two decades, that education has failed to yield expected benefits. A mounting body of research and policy debates argues that the quantity of education is not an adequate...

From its original meaning as a gaping void, or the emptiness that precedes the whole of creation, chaos has taken on the exclusive meaning of confusion, pandemonium and mayhem. This definition has become the overarching word to describe any challenge to the established order;...

Title: Society in America.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings,...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions...

Is There Such a Thing as Populism? calls into question our common understanding of populism. Taken on their own, commonplace references to the people, leaders, or elites are more like dog whistles or false positives of populism than part of a serious attempt to...

"The Armed Forces Officer," a comprehensive handbook originally prepared by the U.S. Department of Defense, offers invaluable insights into military life, leadership, and ethical conduct. Published as Department of the Army Pamphlet 600-2, this guide explores the responsibilities and expectations placed upon military officers....

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...