“Languages”, Sir Arthur Cotton writes, “are usually learnt as if it took a long time to learn the grammar &c., but that to speak with a good pronunciation and expression, and freely, and to catch the words from a speaker by the ear were easily and quickly acquired, but this is exactly contrary to fact.” Cotton’s “Vocal system” differs from the traditional grammatical method of learning languages in that it emphasises the development of correct pronunciation and the gradual acquisition of c...

Studies of the Occult: A 22-Volume Anthology is an extensive and meticulously curated collection that delves into the enigmatic realms of the occult, spanning centuries of esoteric literature. This anthology melds various literary styles, from scholarly treatises and compelling narratives to vividly detailed eyewitness accounts, thereby covering a broad spectrum of themes such as mysticism, supernatural phenomena, and folklore. Each volume stands as a testament to humanity's enduring fasci...

Despite widespread interest in the trade union movement and its history, it has never been easy to trace the development of individual unions, especially those now defunct, or where name changes or mergers have confused the trail. In this respect the standard histories and industrial studies tend to stimulate curiosity rather than satisfy it. When was a union founded? When did it merge or dissolve itself, or simply disappear? What records survive and where can further details of its histor...

This book is the first resource to review the influence of climate change on urban and public pests such as mosquitoes, flies, ticks, and wood pests, with respect to population, distribution, disease, damage and control. It systematically addresses how the impact of climate change on pests in urban areas differs from natural areas, focusing on the increased temperatures of urban locations, the effect of natural disasters, the manner of land use and the consequences of human habitation. Cli...

Evidence of the Supernatural: 20+ Studies of the Occult' is an illuminating collection that delves into the ethereal realms of the paranormal, the mystical, and the occult. Brought together by a diverse array of authors, this anthology covers a comprehensive range of literary styles including narrative fiction, scholarly treatises, court transcripts and personal accounts. The collection's profound contributions span historical epochs and geographical regions, showcasing standout pieces tha...

THEIR DUTY IS SACRED. THEIR STANDARD IS PERFECTION.An extraordinary journey behind the scenes of Arlington National Cemetery, Senator Tom Cotton’s Sacred Duty offers an intimate and inspiring portrait of “The Old Guard,” the revered U.S. Army unit whose mission is to honor our country’s fallen heroes on the most hallowed ground in America.Cotton was a platoon leader with the storied 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment—The Old Guard—between combat tours in I...

Din nyckel till ett mer glädjefyllt liv!Att hitta lyckan handlar inte om att bestiga några enorma mentala berg, utan om små steg som gör stor skillnad.Den brittiska författaren och tv-stjärnan Fearne Cottons Glad: Finn lycka i vardagen och släpp kraven på perfektion är fullspäckad med kunskap hämtad från legitimerad expertis, såväl som enkla kom-ihåg-råd. Boken innehåller också en mängd praktiska övningar och en smart utformad arbetsbok som hjälper...