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In "Chapters in the History of the Insane in the British Isles," Daniel Hack Tuke delivers a meticulous historical analysis of mental illness and treatment practices in the British Isles, spanning from antiquity through the Victorian era. Tuke employs a narrative style that interweaves meticulous research with vivid anecdote, revealing the socio-cultural dynamics surrounding mental health. His work is notable for its critical examination of institutionalization and the evolving perceptions...

A former friend has betrayed the Raksura and their groundling companions, and now the survivors must race across the Three Worlds to rescue their kidnapped family members. When Moon and Stone are sent ahead to scout, they quickly encounter an unexpected and potentially deadly ally, and decide to disobey the queens and continue the search alone. Following in a wind-ship, Jade and Malachite make an unlikely alliance of their own, until word reaches them that the Fell are massing for an attac...

For decades, science fiction has compelled us to imagine futures both inspiring and cautionary. Whether it’s the story of a young woman navigating a complex relationship with her AI “mother,” an investigator looking into the mysterious collision between two starships in an effort to avoid planetary conflict, a caretaker working to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect abandoned wooly mammoths, or a sapient starship having to make a difficult choice between the living and the frozen, science fi...

The study of the New South has in recent decades been greatly enriched by research into gender, reshaping our understanding of the struggle for woman suffrage, the conflicted nature of race and class in the South, the complex story of politics, and the role of family and motherhood in black and white society. This book brings together nine essays that examine the importance of gender, race, and culture in the New South, offering a rich and varied analysis of the multifaceted role of gender...

Know How to Prepare for an Interview and Ace It to Get a JobThe biggest mystery of all since our ancestors first discovered fire—surrounds that almighty dreaded interview process. Yikes! Sounds scary, doesn't it? Just the thought of it makes you quiver. Fear not!What is the perfect interview?First of all, congratulations on even getting that interview in the first place! You've already been prescreened and prequalified but most importantly, captured the attention of...

How to Overcome Procrastination, Increase Productivity and Get Things Done… Starting Today!One of the most destructive effects of procrastination is the fact that it makes you feel out of control. Procrastination is like an 'invisible force' that keeps you from doing the very things you know you must do. With the increasing demands on our time and attention there seems to be an increase in procrastination as a chronic problem, especially amongst those people that want to succeed th...

This carefully curated anthology brings together a broad selection of timeless works in one digital edition. Readers can discover essential voices, memorable stories and enduring ideas across a rich variety of literary styles. Prepared for comfortable continuous reading, this collection is ideal for exploring classic literature or returning to lasting favorites.

**Winner of a 2020-2021 New York City Book AwardIn a rapidly changing New York, two forces battled for the city's soul: the pro-slavery New Yorkers who kept the illegal slave trade alive and well, and the abolitionists fighting for freedom.**We often think of slavery as a southern phenomenon, far removed from the booming cities of the North. But even though slavery had been outlawed in Gotham by the 1830s, Black New Yorkers were not safe. Not only was the city buil...

A stranger arrives in a small English town, wreathed in a hat, coat, goggles and bandages. It’s not just his identity he’s hiding, though; he has discovered the secret of invisibility, and believes it will lead him to ultimate power. But he needs to be able to control the process, and when the terrified villagers refuse to help him, he decides on bloody revenge. An immediate success when it first appeared, H.G. Wells’s adventure is at once chilling and thrilling, and one of the undisputed ...

Do you want to master your life, conquer your emotions, and enjoy more fulfilling relationships? Then keep reading…Do you find it hard to resolve arguments and conflicts due to misunderstanding other people’s feelings? Have you struggled to maintain healthy relationships in the past due to your lack of social skills? Are you constantly irritated or stressed due to an inability to control your emotions?When you lack emotional intelligence skills, you may find yoursel...

How to Effectively Form New Habits that Lead to Success in Life!Everybody chases success in life, but it is not easy to know what each one of them considers successful. Again, one would wonder if those with low self-esteem share this dream. What about the most ambitious people? Do they want success more than others? The bottom line is there are no ideal parameters for measuring achievement.However, there are some factors that can come into play. Conventionally, failure or p...

The Essential Guide to Saving Money and Living the Frugal Life!Some of the most frequently asked personal finance questions during this difficult economy revolve around "how to budget", "how to make a budget" and "how to live on a tight budget". Budgeting your money successfully is crucial to flourishing in any type of economy, much less a tough one. There is a common misconception that good budgeting depends upon fancy forms, financial expertise, software programs and solely on on...