Based on unique and previously unpublished sources, this book examines in detail the complex, emotional, and difficult movement to remove the National Archives and Records Service from the control of the U.S. General Services Administration. This struggle began almost from the time the National Archives lost its independence in 1950 and culminated during the tenure of Robert Warner as sixth Archivist of the United States. The story is important to the history of the National Archives but a...

A classic, enchanting document of Scottish folklore about fairies, elves, and other supernatural creatures.Late in the seventeenth century, Robert Kirk, an Episcopalian minister in the Scottish Highlands, set out to collect his parishioners’ many striking stories about elves, fairies, fauns, doppelgängers, wraiths, and other beings of, in Kirk’s words, “a middle nature betwixt man and angel.” For Kirk these stories constituted strong evidence for the reality of a s...

"Andra-Warner has given us a great read with this slim biography. Her story-telling skills excel at distilling historical facts into compelling narrative."—Thunder Bay Chronicle-ReviewA quick-paced and engaging biography of Canada's favourite northern poet, Robert Service.Born in England in 1874 to Scottish parents, Robert William Service was raised to live the practical life of a banker. Although banking proved a useful skill to f...

“An amazing audio adventure…David Warner is a terrific Rune…the thing’s so flipping entertaining, you’d be perfectly happy to sit through another six-and-a-half hours. 5/5” – SFXThis is the tale of two incredible people – one who knows he is incredible and the other who learns to be incredible. Set in 1960 in the UK south-coast resort of Brighton, self-styled guru and magus Hugo Rune rescues a young man from drowning and persuades ...

Introducing "Spiders of Horror - Short Stories" Audiobook: A Web of Chilling TalesAre you ready to embark on a spine-tingling journey into the darkest corners of your imagination? Brace yourself for the digital audiobook version of "Spiders of Horror - Short Stories," an enthralling collection that will leave you on the edge of your seat.Dive into the Creepy Web:The Spider by Hanns Heinz Ewers: Ewers weaves a tale that transcends the ordinary, where...

Crimes of passion are as old as love itself. A man, a woman, a weapon: it's the perfect recipe for love gone wrong. And Murder for Love: Murder for Men is the perfect— and only— collection of love stories with a delectable devious twist: Murder. Eight works of short fiction from the very best male writers inside— and out— of the mystery field provide compelling listening in this distinctive collection. The witty stories collected here are:• " Dying Time" by William J. Caun...

"What information do these data reveal?" "Is the information correct?" "How can I make the best use of the information?" The widespread use of computers and our reliance on the data generated by them have made these questions increasingly common and important. Computerized data may be in either digital or analog form and may be relevant to a wide range of applications that include medical monitoring and diagnosis, scientific research, engineering, quality control, seismology, meteorology, ...

This collection includes the top books to help you improve, grow, and master your social media marketing skills. Even though the strategies and tactics described in these books have proven effective, you must still be open to experimenting to see which can really bring you results. You should also always be mindful of your Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube activities. While you can outsource the job, it is still your responsibility to make sure that your posts are beneficial to your brand a...

Intelligence and the National Security Strategist: Enduring Issues and Challenges presents students with a useful anthology of published articles from diverse sources as well as original contributions to the study of intelligence. The collection includes classic perspectives from the history of warfare, views on the evolution of U.S. intelligence, and studies on the delicate balance between the need for information-gathering and the values of democratic societies. It also includes...

This report analyzes domestic provision of safe water and improved sanitation to the poor in Bangladesh, Benin, Cambodia, Indonesia, Peru, and Tanzania, highlighting demand and supply factors and the commercial and policy constraints that face local enterprises supplying it.

There is an Instagram niche for everyone, whether you are a succulent grower, food blogger, nature lover, or a travel marketer. You just need to find your niche and stick to it. Doing this may not be easy; take time deliberating the best choice. It also requires accuracy and patience.For effective Instagram marketing:•You must be sure that the content you share through Instagram will reflect the values that you represent as a brand. Being genuine can help you resonate well ...

This book’s primary purpose is to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Montesquieu’s Persian Letters, a seminal book in classical liberal thought. Persian Letters is a delightfully rich, sympathetic satire of commercial society’s promise and discontents, covering a wide range of issues and themes that shaped the direction of liberal modernity. It consists of a series of letters largely written by two Persian travelers to Paris, who allow modern readers to view Parisian life from the perspe...