A collection of essays first published in Moscow in 1909. Writing from various points of view, the authors reflect the diverse experiences of Russia's failed 1905 revolution. Condemned by Lenin and rediscoverd by dissidents, this translation has relevance for discussions on contemporary Russia.

"99 Science Fiction Short Stories" brings together some of the finest sci fi short stories ever crafted. Featuring gems from masters of the genre, such as H.G Wells , Robert Barr , PKD, Marion Zimmer Bradley, Norton, and many, many more!

Creating the Future of Health is the fascinating story of the first fifty years of the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary.Founded on the recommendation of the Royal Commission on Health Services in 1964 the Cumming School has, from the very beginning, focused on innovation and excellence in health education. With a pioneering focus on novel, responsive and systems-based approaches, it was one of the first faculties to pilot multi-year training programs...

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Our 84th issue features original mysteries from Bev Vincent and Stacy Woodson, plus a Bryce Walton Hollywood crime story and a Frank Kane mystery novel (featuring detective Johnny Liddell). And, of course, a solve-it-yourself puzzler from Hal Charles.On the science fiction side, we have an anti-war story from Richard Wilson, a UFO story from Paul Torak, a rather silly science fiction/detective story from Noel Loomis, and a time-travel tale from Lester del Rey. Plus a *pre-*Golden A...

This international bestseller tells the bittersweet story of one family, one home, and the surprising arc of one woman's life, from the poverty of her youth, to the intense love and painful losses of her adult years.Braiding together the past and present, Every Home Needs a Balcony relays the life story of a young Jewish girl, the child of Romanian immigrants, who lives with her family in the poverty-stricken heart of 1950s Haifa, Israel.Eight-year-old Rina, her older siste...

Therapeutic Residential Care For Children and Youth takes a fresh look at therapeutic residential care as a powerful intervention in working with the most troubled children who need intensive support.Featuring contributions from distinguished international contributors, it critically examines current research and innovative practice and addresses the key questions: how does it work, what are its critical “active ingredients” and does it represent value for money? The book covers a ...

1940s Science Fiction 3 - 21 Classic Science Fiction Short Stories From the 1940sThe Gifts of Asti by Andre NortonFinal Victim by Ray Bradbury and Henry HasseThe Nameless Something by Murray LeinsterRing Around The Sun by Isaac AsimovSavage Galahad by Bryce WaltonThe Man Who Killed The World by Ray CummingsReferent by Ray BradburyEscape From Pluto by William OberfieldPogo Planet by Donald A. Wollh...

In "The Cruise of the 'Cachalot' Round the World After Sperm Whales," Frank Thomas Bullen delivers a vivid and immersive account of life on a whaling vessel during the late 19th century. Written in a narrative style that blends adventure with deep observations of the ocean's grandeur and the harsh realities of whaling, this text is both an engaging travelogue and a poignant commentary on humanity's relationship with nature. Bullen'Äôs prose captures the thrill of maritime adventure, while ...

"Jim Cummings: Or, The Great Adams Express Robbery" by A. Frank Pinkerton is a riveting novel that blends detective fiction with historical intrigue. Set in the 19th century, Pinkerton's masterful storytelling introduces readers to the enigmatic detective, Jim Cummings, as he embarks on a thrilling investigation surrounding the infamous Adams Express Robbery. As a work of fiction rooted in historical events, Pinkerton expertly navigates the intricate web of crime and mystery, weaving toget...

Lost Sci-Fi Books 261 thru 270 - Ten Lost Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60sYesterday Was Monday by Theodore SturgeonOld Rambling House by Frank HerbertThe Star by H. G. WellsFondly Fahrenheit by Alfred BesterSpace-Wolf by Ray CummingsAt the End of the Orbit by Arthur C. ClarkeYou Risk Your Life by Joseph SlotkinWay of a Rebel by Walter M. Miller Jr.The Moon is Green by ...

In "The Cruise of the 'Cachalot' Round the World After Sperm Whales," Frank Thomas Bullen embarks on a captivating maritime adventure that intricately weaves elements of personal narrative with detailed observations of the whaling industry in the late 19th century. Through a blend of vivid prose and meticulous descriptions, Bullen immerses readers in the harrowing realities of whale hunting, navigating treacherous seas, and the camaraderie among sailors. His literary style is grounded in r...