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A powerful collection of short stories that shines a light on a tumultuous time in America's history that forever changed our nation.A freshly made Marine Corps officer, with his new bride in tow, visits his family one last time before shipping out to Vietnam. A group of lost souls living in a seedy Las Vegas hot-sheet motel find solace in each other, only to be devastated when one of them is unable to escape his demons. A teenager tries to convince his mother that...

100 Classical Books is a curated journey through the timeless masterpieces that have shaped literature, thought, and culture across centuries. From the philosophical depth of Plato and the emotional intensity of Dostoevsky to the poetic elegance of Shakespeare and the visionary worlds of Mary Shelley and George Orwell, this book offers insightful summaries, historical context, and key themes for each of the 100 selected works.Perfect for avid readers, students, and lifelong learner...

Situated on the westernmost cliffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, the city of Palos Verdes Estates continues to fulfill former landowner and developer Frank Vanderlip's vision of the area as the nation's "most fashionable and exclusive residential colony," and it remains one of Los Angeles County's most affluent cities. Development of open land began in 1922 under the direction of landscape designer Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. One of the first master-planned communities in the United States,...

First Published in 1991. The second edition of this book, using the formula adopted by its predecessor, sets out to do three things: first, it is a handy guide to the provisions of 58 tax treaties between 12 major trading nations; second, by comparing other treaties made by the countries concerned it helps to interpret the meaning of particular provisions; third, it may give the same help for treaties outside our list where, as often happens, the same or similar wording is used.

Were it not for the Marquis de Sade's explicit use of language and complete disregard for the artificially constructed taboos of a religious morality he despised, the novelty and profundity of his thought, and above all, its fundamental modernity, would have long since secured him a place alongside the greatest authors and thinkers of the European Enlightenment. This Very Short Introduction aims to disentangle the 'real' Marquis de Sade from his mythical and demonic reputation of ...

James Oglethorpe was a British aristocrat and philanthropist in the eighteenth century who pioneered prison reform in the United Kingdom before founding the state of Georgia as a classless society for poor people from England. He planned the town of Savannah as well as established a deep friendship with Native Americans. Oglethorpe refused to allow slavery in Georgia, despite strong opposition, and successfully defended Georgia from an attack by the Spanish in Florida. On his return to the...

John Philips introduces the Marquis de Sade's highly original and thoroughly subversive depiction of human sexuality and the philosophical and political thinking that underpins it. He shows how, though Sade's work continues to shock, it can also be seen as the logical conclusion of eighteenth-century materialism. As the only writer of his time who dared to put the body at the centre of philosophy, Sade has a unique place in the history of modern thought. Extracts are taken form the whole r...

Yo, what's up, Fuzznut? Sing along with the viral TikTok song Bad Hair Day in this riotous journey through the world's worst bad hair day EVER!You won't be able to stop laughing, or dancing, along to this extraordinary tale. Have you ever woken up with hair that looks like the back end of a chicken? Well, let our hilarious chicken sidekick lead you through the WORST bad hair day, from hair...

The Teach Yourself the Bible Series is one of the best New Testament studies you will find anywhere. Each book in the series is packed full of valuable questions on individual chapters of the Bible, check-ups to test your grasp of scriptural truths, and usable suggestions for group study.Grow in your knowledge of God through each New Testament book, then go on to study six aspects of Christianity essential for all believers: doctrine, prayer, eternal life, prophecy, Christian chara...

Discover a treasure trove of inspiration within the pages of Collection of My Favorite Quotations by Larry John Phillips. This captivating collection gathers many of the most profound, uplifting, and thought-provoking quotes.When life's challenges seem insurmountable and motivation wanes, this book serves as a beacon of hope, a reminder that you're not alone on your journey. Spanning centuries and cultures, this collection of quotes delivers both insight and wisdom for the...

Discover a treasure trove of inspiration within the pages of "Collection of Favorite Quotations" by Larry John Phillips. This captivating anthology gathers the most profound, uplifting, and thought-provokingquotes.In times when life's challenges seem insurmountable and motivation wanes, this book serves as a beacon of hope, reminding you that you are not alone in your journey. With wisdom spanning centuries and cultures, Larry John Phillips curates a collection that re...