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What if you could confront the darkest corners of the human mind, explore the nature of guilt, and uncover the path to redemption?Crime and Punishment: Dostoevsky's Exploration of Guilt, Redemption, and Justice brings you Fyodor Dostoevsky's masterpiece of psychological and moral complexity, thoughtfully translated...

After 22 years since its first publication, Dane Taylor has rereleased this iconic book which garnered international media attention in 1994-95. GIGOLOS -- albeit spawning many other books on the same subject and being the inspiration for Showtime Network's reality show of the same...

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...

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...

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...

This book chronicles the rise of wage-earners' organization in America. Samuel Peter Orth does an excellent job of putting forward the impact of organized labor movements on the landscape of American society. He presents stories of the people who lead the movement, and the...

Egyptian Chronology is an attempt to reconcile the ancient schemes of Egyptian chronology and to derive a rational system from them. It includes a detailed examination of the Egyptian calendar, as well as a discussion of the various methods used by ancient Egyptian astronomers...

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,...

Since being elected president in 1998, Hugo Chávez has become the face of contemporary Venezuela and, more broadly, anticapitalist revolution. George Ciccariello-Maher contends that this focus on Chávez has obscured the inner dynamics and historical development of the country's Bolivarian Revolution. In We Created...

Frozen mammals of the Ice Age, preserved for millennia in the tundra, have been a source of fascination and mystery since their first discovery over two centuries ago. These mummies, their ecology, and their preservation are the subject of this compelling book by paleontologist...

Author: Erika MandISBN-13: 9798349356292Publisher: Confident AF BusinessLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2025Pages: 66Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.16lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.14d

Gangs continue to commit criminal activity, recruit new members in urban, suburban, and rural regions across the United States, and develop criminal associations that expand their influence over criminal enterprises, particularly street-level drug sales. The most notable trends for 2011 have been the overall...

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,...

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,...

If you're looking for a way to make a positive impact on the world, Matthew S. Friedman's inspiring book is the perfect guide. Through his incredible experiences and tireless activism over 35 years, he shows us that one person truly can create a ripple...

WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE * A NEW YORK TIMES TOP 100 BOOK OF THE CENTURY * A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A TIME ALL-TIME 100 NONFICTION BOOK Updated with FOUR NEW MAJOR CHAPTERS illuminating the new...

This nuts-and-bolts approach prioritizes needs based on urgency and feasibility to ensure that the best use is made of valuable resources. The result is a practical document that will guide preservation activities and aid in fundraising for years to come.Author: Sherelyn OgdenISBN-10: 1538181061ISBN-13: 9781538181065Publisher:...

How do we help the most disenfranchised of our citizens, those displaced and sometimes discarded by our society? As the growing epidemic of homelessness grips America, T. M. Babcock gives insight into the causes and solutions. This is a practical guide for those wanting...

The Bassa tribe in Liberia has been mislabeled for selling their land forsmoked fish, but the actual story is that Captain Robert F. Stocktoncoerced or forced the tribe at gunpoint to sell the land. Threatening tokill the king in front of his people. This...

The authentic, strong, fierce, and uncensored rhetoric of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte has become an interesting subject of linguistic investigation. This critical discourse analysis of his selected speeches is aimed to uncover the President's hidden political ideologies underlying his speeches. The study analyzes the...

This book explores survivors' benefits, a long-standing pillar of social security systems worldwide. Rooted in the outdated male breadwinner model, these benefits were crafted to shield dependents from financial ruin after losing a primary earner. Yet, as societal currents shift--marked by rising female employment,...

This volume proposes ways of overcoming the practical limitations of current theories of economic growth, synthesizing concepts in growth theory and national development to provide an updated model for agriculture-focused and late-industrializing economies.Author: Tai-Yoo Kim, Almas HeshmatiISBN-10: 3642408257ISBN-13: 9783642408250Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/18/2013Pages: 323Format: HardcoverWeight:...

Tips to Inventors - Telling what inventions are needed, and how to perfect and develop new ideas in any lines is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1892. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research...

A Tale of Yale, The Nation, and Cold War PoliticsAt the height of the Cold War in the early 1980s, the Russians shot down a commercial airliner, Korean Air Lines Flight 007, that strayed into their airspace. The shootdown became the era's most incendiary...

This collection discusses World Trade Law and focuses on the contested nature of World Heritage at sites as diverse as The Netherlands, Ellis Island, post-colonial Mesoamerica, Cambodia, Fiji, Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam. In addition, 8 research notes explore heritage interpretation in the USA, Lebanon, Peru,...

Criminal Policy in Transition comes along at a time when the literature in criminology is desperately short of "global" perspectives. It helps fill that gap while it presents important new insights into changing penal policy and practice. That it raises as many questions as...

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 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...

Butterfly, Fly! shares personal perspectives about the impact that divisive social constructs and racial trauma can have on life outcomes. This book of free-verse poetry also touches on mental illness, spirituality, and the pursuit towards trusting a power higher than self, as a means...

This early work by Alfred Russel Wallace was originally published in 1895 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'Natural Selection and Tropical Nature Essays on Descriptive and Theoretical Biology' is a collection of essays that detail Wallace's observations...

The book is devoted to the comparative study of contemporary mysticism. Chapters written by leading scholars of Jewish, Buddhist and Christian Mysticism address the dramatic global proliferation and transformation of mystical traditions in recent decades. This volume is suited for courses on contemporary or...

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...

""A Quantitative Study of Rhythm: The Effect of Variations in Intensity, Rate and Duration"" is a book written by Herbert Woodrow in 1909. The book explores the concept of rhythm and how variations in intensity, rate, and duration affect it. Woodrow uses a quantitative...

A fascinating firsthand look at turn-of-the-century New York City, with vivid descriptions and photographs of the city's people and neighborhoods.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...

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,...

Unstable Frontiers was first published in 1994. Minnesota Archive Editions uses digital technology to make long-unavailable books once again accessible, and are published unaltered from the original University of Minnesota Press editions. "John Erni's heartfelt and insightful book is a valuable contribution to the...

Congress does most of its work in committee, and no understanding of that body can be complete without an analysis of its committees and those who shape them. Andrée Reeves now offers a rare glimpse into the workings of committee chairmanship over a span...

A comprehensive examination of both unresolved tensions in inter-American relations and the specific problems facing U.S. and Latin American policymakers in the 1990s.--American Political Science Review "These well-integrated essays analyze the key issues in contemporary inter-American relations very clearly. The authors address their themes...

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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you...

A realistic yet encouraging look at how society can change in ways that will allow us to feed an expanding global population.This book addresses the question of how we can best feed the ten billion or so people who will likely inhabit the Earth...