Canadian federalism, as a particular form of political organization for a complex society—with multiple economic, political, geographic, cultural, and national divides—faces important challenges. The political realignment that brought the Conservative Party to power in the last quinquennium has set in motion a significant transformation of the Canadian state and its federal system of governance.The contributors in this collection focus on three recurrent themes: the issues arising ...

Race and racism have played a divisive and defining role throughout much of America's history. Slavery, Jim Crow laws, segregation, and Ku Klux Klan terrorism have inflicted deep psychic wounds, social disparities, and economic disadvantages that have diminished the promise of equal rights and opportunities for all.While much progress in race relations has been made in recent years-including the election of Barack Obama as President of the United State-it's clear that our journey t...

THE LAND How many boys or girls, I wonder, ever turn to their school atlas for amusement, or try to picture to themselves what manner of countries those might be whose strange and unfamiliar place-names so often make their geography lesson a difficulty? Yet there are few subjects, I think, which might be made more interesting than geography, and a map may often serve to suggest delightful fancies to a boy or girl of imagination. Open your atlas at random and see what it has to tell you. He...

ITS ANTIQUITY Every boy or girl who has read the history of Joseph must often have wondered what kind of a country Egypt might be, and tried to picture to themselves the scenes so vividly suggested in the Bible story. It must have been a startling experience for the little shepherd boy, who, stolen from his home among the quiet hills of Canaan, so suddenly found himself an inmate of a palace, and, in his small way, a participator in the busy whirl of life of a royal city. No contrast could...

The 'SPY THRILLERS - Boxed Set' unveils a captivating tapestry of espionage tales spanning different eras and literary styles. This anthology invites readers into a world of intrigue, deception, and adventure, encapsulating the essence of the spy genre through the ages. From thrilling cat-and-mouse pursuits to heart-stopping international conspiracies, the collection offers a riveting exploration of human ingenuity and ambiguous morality. The anthology's diverse narrative forms, from tight...

This collection of fascinating short reads on Daoist thought, including Chinese medicine brings together some of the most popular articles from the Scholar Sage online magazine, alongside new material from Damo Mitchell. It includes:· How the teaching of the 'three worms' (Sanchong) demonstrates the way Daoism pulls together models of the physical, energetic, spiritual and psychological· A translation of and commentary on the Classic of Breath and Qi Consolidation, an import...

This meticulously edited spy collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Introduction: The World's Greatest Military Spies and Secret Service Agents (George Barton) My Adventures as a Spy (Robert Baden-Powell) Novels: John Buchan: The 39 Steps Greenmantle Mr Standfast The Three Hostages The Island of Sheep The Courts of the Morning The Green Wildebeest Huntingtower Castle Gay The House of the Four Winds The Power-House John Macnab The Dancing ...

Tales of Chivalry and Conquest – 5 Classic Swashbuckling Novels offers readers a thrilling excursion through the realms of adventure, heroism, and the noble ideals of chivalry. This anthology invites you into a world where swordplay and gallant deeds reign supreme, showcasing diverse literary styles that range from the epic to the nuanced. Each tale within this collection is a classic in its own right, captivating readers with narratives that chart daring escapades and the timeless struggl...

Banners, Ambushes, and Bold Hearts - 7 Classic War Raider Stories is an anthology encapsulating the multifaceted dimensions of war through gripping narratives of courage, strategy, and adventure. This collection traverses a variety of eras and locales, providing a broad spectrum of literary styles that range from the vivid romanticism of historical storytelling to the raw and gritty realism characteristic of adventure fiction. Standout pieces in this anthology delve into themes of heroism ...

THE SECRET SERVICE - Spy Thrillers Boxed Set is an intriguing anthology capturing the espionage zeitgeist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This collection presents an array of narratives from thrilling espionage tales to suspenseful undercover operations, showcasing the dynamic storytelling of a bygone era. Whether it's the pulsing tension of high-stakes missions or the psychological depth of espionage, this set covers a broad spectrum of the spy thriller genre. Highlights includ...

SPY THRILLERS - Boxed Set offers an exhilarating journey through the labyrinthine world of espionage and covert operations, capturing the essence of geopolitical intrigue that defined the genre's golden era. The collection showcases an eclectic mix of literary styles, from the atmospheric to the action-packed, reflecting the shifting paradigms of spy fiction during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. With works that highlight everything from cryptic codes to nerve-wracking undercover m...

Dive into 'The Big Book of Ghost Stories: 140 Horror Novels & Short Story Collections,' an expansive anthology that promises a chilling and revelatory journey through the corridors of haunted literature. This collection masterfully weaves together a variety of styles and periods to explore the endless possibilities of fear and supernatural dread. From Gothic novel fragments to spine-tingling modern short stories, readers are treated to a broad spectrum of ghostly encounters and haunted phe...