Whenever I step into an aeroplane I cannot avoid considering the risks associated with flying. Thoughts of mechanical failure, pilot error and ter rorist action fill my mind. I try to reassure myself with statistics which tell me there is greater chance of injury crossing the road. The moment the plane takes off I am resigned to my fate, placing faith in pilots who are highly qualified and superbly trained for the task of delivering me safely to my destination. To be a passenger in an aero...

Discussion questions developed by the authors can be found here.In the face of globalization’s massive social and economic transformations and the resulting persistent inequality, activists, labor organizers, and advocacy NGOs are seeking and creating change beyond the confines of formal state politics and across national borders. Given the breadth of local issues activists face, the ways they define the problem and seek redress vary widely. This book provides a unique perspective ...

George Washington’s vision was a presidency free of party, a republican, national office that would transcend faction. That vision would remain strong in the administrations of John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, and John Quincy Adams, yet largely disappear under Andrew Jackson and his successors.This book is a comprehensive and pathbreaking study of the early presidency and the ideals behind it. Ralph Ketcham examines the roots of nonpartisan leadership in W...

Ralph Braun, an inventor and businessman, revolutionized mobility for disabled people. This biography for early readers examines his life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values...

In the closest thing we have to an autobiography, C. S. Lewis, an unfailingly honest and perceptive observer of self, here shares the story of his personal spiritual journey. With characteristic candor and insight, he describes how his “search for joy” led him from the conventional Christianity of his childhood to a youthful atheism, and finally back to an assured Christianity compatible with his formidable intellect. With no pretense, Lewis describes his early schooldays, his experiences ...

 During the first 10 months of the war in the Pacific, Japan achieved air supremacy with its carrier and land-based forces. But after major setbacks at Midway and Guadalcanal, the empire's expansion stalled, in part due to flaws in aircraft design, strategy and command.This book offers a fresh analysis of the air war in the Pacific during the early phases of World War II. Details are included from two expeditions conducted by the author that reveal the location of an American pilo...

"Glengarry School Days" is an ancient Historical fiction story book written by Ralph Connor. "Glengarry School Days" explores the social and cultural elements surrounding past due-19th-century Canada, providing wonderful insights into American records and different subjects. "Glengarry School Days" is appeared as a timeless paintings of Canadian literature, loved for its photograph of younger innocence and the unwavering dedication of American subculture. The story of the book makes a spec...

In "Follow the Ball," Ralph Henry Barbour delivers a spirited narrative centered around the spirited world of school sports, particularly focusing on the lives of young athletes at a fictional high school. The novel is characterized by Barbour'Äôs signature blend of vibrant prose and a punchy dialogue that captures the exuberance of youth and competitive spirit. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century America, the story unfolds in a culturally rich literary era, reflecting the socie...

Ralph de Stafford, the first earl of Stafford, was one of the most powerful men in fourteenth century England. He was a veteran of the Hundred Years War, a respected military commander and an advisor to two Kings.What is less well known is that his early life was rather more colourful than might have been expected of a young nobleman at the time. It was a life with more than its fair share of troublemaking, violence, kidnapping, and even included an audacious escape from the Tower o...

Essays bringing out the richness and vibrancy of pre-modern textual culture in all its variety.Linne R. Mooney, Emeritus Professor of Palaeography at the University of York, has significantly advanced the study of later medieval English book production, particularly our knowledge of individual scribes; this collection honours her distinguished scholarship and responds to her wide-ranging research on Middle English manuscripts and texts.The thirteen essays b...

The story is narrated by a character named John Alexander, who looks back on his childhood and early teenage years in Glengarry. The novel vividly portrays the rural and agricultural life of the time, as well as the challenges faced by Scottish immigrants who settled in the area. It also provides insights into the educational system and the role of the local school in the community.The central focus of the story is John's experiences at the Glengarry school, which is led by his teacher, Mr...

In "Michael McGrath, Postmaster," Ralph Connor crafts a poignant narrative that intricately weaves together themes of duty, personal sacrifice, and community responsibility. Set against the rugged backdrop of early 20th-century Canada, the novel explores the life of its eponymous protagonist, Michael McGrath, whose role as a postmaster symbolizes the lifeblood of communication and connection in a burgeoning frontier society. Connor's literary style is characterized by rich, evocative descr...