A brass rod from an English factory becomes the unlikely witness to Congo life, carrying the reader from shipboard labor and cargo handling at Banana to the perilous climb upriver through whirlpools, trading posts, and the feared Devil's Cauldron. Through this lively, sharply observed voice, the book exposes the harsh machinery of commerce, the labor of the Kroo boys, the brutal authority of captains, and the uneasy, often mocking trade relations between Africans and Europeans. John H. Wee...

In "Congo Life and Folklore," John H. Weeks presents a rich tapestry of the cultural and social dynamics of the Congo region, weaving together captivating anecdotes and insightful observations. The text is characterized by its meticulous ethnographic detail and accessible prose, marked by a vivid descriptive style that brings to life the customs, rituals, and narratives of the Congolese people. Weeks situates the work within the broader context of early 20th-century anthropological studies...

Among the Primitive Bakongo by John H. Weeks offers a vivid and insightful account of life among the Bakongo people of Central Africa, based on the author's extensive firsthand experiences as a missionary and ethnographer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Weeks provides a detailed exploration of Bakongo culture, traditions, and social structures, capturing the essence of their daily lives, beliefs, and customs. The book delves into various aspects of Bakongo society, from their ki...

"Among Congo Cannibals" by John H. Weeks is a captivating exploration of the author's experiences in the heart of Africa. Weeks, an adventurous anthropologist, immerses himself in the culture and daily lives of the indigenous tribes of the Congo. Through vivid descriptions and engaging narratives, he sheds light on their customs, beliefs, and the challenges they face in a rapidly changing world. The book serves as both a travelogue and an anthropological study, offering readers a unique gl...

"A Manual or an Easy Method of Managing Bees" by John H. Weeks is a comprehensive guide that delves into the art and science of beekeeping. The book offers practical advice for both novice and experienced beekeepers, covering essential topics such as hive management, bee behavior, and honey production. Weeks emphasizes the importance of understanding the natural instincts of bees, providing readers with insights into how to create a thriving environment for their colonies. His approachable...

"Congo Life and Folklore" by John H. Weeks is a captivating exploration of the rich cultural tapestry of the Congo region. Through vivid storytelling and detailed observations, Weeks delves into the daily lives, traditions, and beliefs of the Congolese people. The book serves as a window into the vibrant customs, rituals, and social structures that define the community, offering readers a profound understanding of the interplay between life and folklore in this diverse landscape. Weeks' en...

In the course of this book it is argued that the loss of what is essentially "macro" in Keynes is the result of a preference for a form of equilibrium analysis that gives unqualified support to the ideology of free markets. In the case of Marx, his theory of exploitation and from this the stress on class struggle, led to an almost complete neglect of his contribution to the analysis of the aggregate demand and supply of commodities.

A key look at the history of airborne forces from the Second World War to the 1980s, studying their training and equipment as well as their actions in battle.The introduction of Airborne forces revolutionised military tactics and thinking throughout the twentieth century. In this exciting edition, ex-paratrooper John Weeks presents a history of the Airborne forces across the globe, studying the generals, the planners and parachutists, as well as the aircraft, glide...

In 2008 the capitalist world was swept by the severest crisis since the Great Depression of the 1930s. Mainstream economics neither anticipated nor could account for this disastrous financial crisis, which required massive state intervention throughout the capitalist world. Karl Marx did anticipate this type of financial collapse, arguing that it was derivative from the ‘fetishism of commodities’ inherent in the capitalist mode of production. This book substantiates the foregoing claim by ...

Dr. Weeks presents a detailed critique of dependency theory as an explanation of underdevelopment and offers an alternative theory based on the internal contradictions within underdeveloped countries and the competitive nature of international capitalism. Applying his theory to Peru, he shows how the country has been transformed over the last thirt

What if a child could grow years in a matter of hours? What would science believe? What would governments hide? And how would the world respond?An ordinary Christmas quickly transforms into an unprecedented global phenomenon when a newborn baby begins developing at an impossible rate. Within hours of birth, the child displays the size, intelligence, and abilities of someone months-and then years-older, leaving doctors, scientists, government officials, and medical ...

The archaeological study of the ancient world has become increasingly popular in recent years. A Research Guide to the Ancient World: Print and Electronic Sources, is a partially annotated bibliography. The study of the ancient world is usually, although not exclusively, considered a branch of the humanities, including archaeology, art history, languages, literature, philosophy, and related cultural disciplines which consider the ancient cultures of the Mediterranean world, and adjacent Eg...