Living Theory: The Application of Classical Social Theory to Contemporary Life, 2nd edition analyzes major features of modern society from the classical theory point of view, and suggests how modern life might be explained from this viewpoint.The author examines the works of four classical figures - Marx, Durkheim, Simmel, and Weber - because of their continuing influence on social theory, and because they addressed many of the central issues we confront in modern society.T...

The eleventh edition of Social Inequality: Forms, Causes, and Consequences is an introduction to the study of social inequality. Fully updated statistics and examples convey the pervasiveness and extent of social inequality in the United States. The authors use an intersectional perspective to show how inequality occurs, how it affects all of us, and what is being done about it.With more resources and supplementary examples, exercises, and applications embedded throughout ...

This is no ordinary book. The Master Key System is a phenomenon of its time; known as the inspiration behind many of today's self-help teachings, this book can teach you the secrets to using the universal laws, to better align with the universe and begin creating a life you can love.Make no mistake; this book is not to be approached as you would a novel, but as an on-going course. The road to success is nothing but a journey, after...

Combines recent research with insights from anthropology, historiography, and oral tradition to examine the cultural landscape preceding and immediately following the arrival of EuropeansAfter establishing the distribution of prehistoric and historic populations from the northeastern Appalachian forests to the southern trans-Mississippian prairies, the contributors consider the archaeological and cultural record of several specific groups, including Mohawk and Onon...

'What dark history is this?' This is the question that hangs over Dickens's brooding novel of mayhem and murder in the eighteenth century. Set in London at the time of the anti-Catholic Gordon Riots, Barnaby Rudge tells a story of individuals caught up in the mindless violence of the mob. Lord George Gordon's dangerous appeal to old religious prejudices is interwoven with the murder mystery surrounding the father of the simple-minded Barnaby. The discovery of the ...

Winner, 2011 Dale Brown Book Award for Outstanding Scholarship in Anabaptist and Pietist Studies. Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies at Elizabethtown CollegeHolmes County, Ohio, is home to the largest and most diverse Amish community in the world. Yet, surprisingly, it remains relatively unknown compared to its famous cousin in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Charles E. Hurst and David L. McConnell conducted seven years of fieldwork, including interviews with over 200 residen...

This book addresses a crucial question: the contribution of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania to the historic dissolution of the USSR in 1991, which in turn led to regained independence for the Baltic States in that year. This is an important history, relating to the interplay between divisions and tensions at the heart of the USSR and the growing Baltic independence movements.It also has great contemporary significance as a result of Russia’s February 2022 invasion of the Ukraine. To ...

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, where celestial wonders unfold, "The Science - History of the Universe Vol. 4" embarks on an extraordinary journey through time and space. From the primordial origins of the universe to the enigmatic depths of black holes, this captivating volume unravels the mysteries that have puzzled humanity for centuries. Join renowned astronomer Francis Rolt-Wheeler as he guides you through the intricate tapestry of the cosmos, revealing the secrets of stars, galaxi...

When the hammer and sickle came down in late 1991, Russia’s feverish new market opened for business. From banking to breweries, sectors emerged out of nowhere, in a country that had never had a functioning economy. For the next three turbulent decades, a wild, proto-capitalist free-for-all transformed Russian society.Then, in 2022, Putin launched the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The market started to collapse; Western firms fled Moscow’s skyscrapers. No country this large had ev...

e-artnow presents to you this unique historical collection with action adventure tales from all over the world. This carefully crafted and meticulously edited collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Out on the Pampas The Young Franc-Tireurs The Young Buglers The Cornet of Horse In Times of Peril Winning His Spurs (Boy Knight) Friends Though Divided Jack Archer Under Drake's Flag By Sheer Pluck With Clive in India In Freedom's Cause St. Geo...

This carefully crafted ebook collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: Novels: A Search for a Secret All But Lost Out on the Pampas The Young Franc-Tireurs The Young Buglers The Cornet of Horse In Times of Peril Facing Death, The Hero of the Vaughan Pit Winning His Spurs Friends Though Divided Jack Archer Under Drake's Flag By Sheer Pluck With Clive in India In Freedom's Cause St. George For England True to the Old Flag The Young Colonists T...

G. A. Henty, a prolific writer of boys' adventure novels, showcases his literary prowess in 'The Complete Works'. This comprehensive collection features a wide range of historical settings and exciting adventures, providing readers with a glimpse into different time periods and cultures. Henty's prose is characterized by a strong emphasis on historical accuracy and vivid storytelling, making his works both educational and entertaining for readers of all ages. Each story in this collection ...