Jackie Robinson, Branch Rickey, and the hidden hand of God that changed historyJournalist and baseball lover Ed Henry reveals for the first time the backstory of faith that guided Jackie Robinson into not only the baseball record books but the annals of civil rights advancement as well. Through recently discovered sermons, interviews with Robinson's family and friends, and even an unpublished book by the player himself, Henry details a side of Jackie's humanity tha...

Jackie Robinson, Branch Rickey, and the hidden hand of God that changed historyJournalist and baseball lover Ed Henry reveals for the first time the backstory of faith that guided Jackie Robinson into not only the baseball record books but the annals of civil rights advancement as well. Through recently discovered sermons, interviews with Robinson’s family and friends, and even an unpublished book by the player himself, Henry details a side of Jackie’s humanity tha...

"Ideal Commonwealths" by Henry Morley is a thought-provoking exploration of utopian visions, societal structures, governance models, and ethical frameworks. Through an in-depth analysis of utopian literature, Morley delves into the philosophical inquiries and speculative fiction that have shaped our understanding of ideal societies throughout history. From Thomas More's groundbreaking work "Utopia" to Plato's Republic, Morley meticulously examines the intellectual rigor and scholarly analy...

Quaint Courtships by Henry Mills Alden and William Dean Howells is a novel that delves into the themes of romance and social dynamics through a humorous and satirical lens. Set against the backdrop of a society with strict courtship norms, the novel explores the intricacies of romantic relationships and the conventions surrounding them. The story revolves around various couples navigating the complexities of courtship, each facing unique challenges and societal expectations. The authors sk...

"Life at High Tide" by Henry Mills Alden and William Dean Howells immerses readers in the enchanting world of coastal living, where maritime culture intertwines with the complexities of New England society. Through rich prose and compelling characters, the authors deliver a poignant social commentary on wealth disparity, community dynamics, and economic shifts prevalent in the coastal regions. Amidst seafaring adventures and romantic escapades, the narrative unfolds with a focus on human r...

Near the end of his life, Robert Anton Wilson published a list of books that he recommended to everyone to read. In his words, these books are:“Not the ‘best’ or even my favorites exactly: just the bare minimum of what everybody really needs to chew and digest before they can converse intelligently about the 21st Century”Progress and Poverty by Henry George is the first of these books, chronologically speaking. Published in 1879, it was derided and ignored by "expe...

Cats distract us. Cats make us think of things outside of ourselves. And cats love to involve themselves in human affairs.In this omnibus volume of WMG Publishing's notable series, The Year of the Cat, felines of all stripes pounce and play and stalk through 100 cat stories in genres ranging from light romance to dark crime and everything in between.Entertaining cats, loving cats, even super-talented and time-traveling cats grace the pages of these twelve volumes edited by ...

Now that there exist weapons capable of destroying humanity, our nation's survival depends on our ability to find answers to two questions: What challenges should be resisted by force? How can they be resisted without brining disaster to our society?We must find a strategy which can support our diplomacy without being forced to risk our national substance on every issue. Otherwise we will increasingly face the grim alternative of total annihilation or total surrender.This boo...

Wildcard Westerns have hand-picked twelve outstanding short stories of the Old Frontier for this edition of western classics. Owen Wister, Bret Hart, Ed Garron and Andy Adams are among the contributors, all masters of western adventure. The stories take you behind the guns of a Civil War howitzer battery, into the Rocky Mountains in search of outlaws, and across the wild country of old Arizona in the midst of the Indian Wars. Not to mention an encounter between feuding landowners, and a wo...

Libro imprescindible para todos aquellos interesados en la fascinante experiencia que supone aprender cosas nuevas y, en especial, para estudiantes, maestros, entrenadores y atletas.Apréndetelo revoluciona las ideas existentes sobre cómo aprender de manera efectiva para no olvidarlo después. Se ha comprobado que muchos de los hábitos y rutinas de estudio comunes (subrayar, resaltar, leer y releer, matarse la noche antes de un examen y la repetición continu...

In 'How to Listen to Music,' Henry Edward Krehbiel expertly guides readers through the intricate world of music appreciation, using a blend of scholarly insight and accessible prose. This comprehensive seventh edition refines the foundations laid in previous iterations, emphasizing the importance of active listening and critical engagement with various musical forms. Krehbiel highlights elements of music theory and history while contextualizing them within the broader spectrum of Western c...

Evoluzione ed etica è un breve saggio sul rapporto tra etica e teoria dell’evoluzione. L’autore, a dieci anni dalla morte di Darwin, era il più influente e prestigioso esponente dell’evoluzionismo.Thomas Henry Huxley (Ealing, 4 maggio 1825 – Eastbourne, 29 giugno 1895) è stato un filosofo e biologo britannico. Convinto sostenitore dell'evoluzionismo darwiniano, tanto da essere soprannominato il "mastino di Darwin" (Darwin's bul...