Paul Auerbach's Socialist Optimism offers an alternative political economy for the twenty-first century. Present-day capitalism has generated growing inequality of income and wealth, persistent high levels of unemployment and ever-diminishing prospects for young people. But in the absence of a positive vision of how society and the economy might develop in the future, the present trajectory of capitalism will never be derailed, no matter how acute the critique of present-day developments.

Many of us have concerns about the effects of climate change on Earth, but we often overlook the essential issue of human health. This book addresses that oversight and enlightens readers about the most important aspect of one of the greatest challenges of our time.The global environment is under massive stress from centuries of human industrialization. The projections regarding climate change for the next century and beyond are grim. The impact this will have on human health is tr...

Many of us have concerns about the effects of climate change on Earth, but we often overlook the essential issue of human health. This book addresses that oversight and enlightens listeners about the most important aspect of one of the greatest challenges of our time.The global environment is under massive stress from centuries of human industrialization. The projections regarding climate change for the next century and beyond are grim. The impact this will have on human health is ...

Based on Dr. Auerbach's renowned Wilderness Medicine text, Field Guide to Wilderness Medicine, 5th Edition, is your portable, authoritative guide to the full range of medical and emergency situations that occur in non-traditional settings. Useful for experienced physicians as well as advanced practice providers, this unique medical guide covers an indispensable range of topics in a well-illustrated, highly condensed format – in print or on any mobile device – for quick access anytime, anyw...

Now in its 7th edition, Auerbach's Wilderness Medicine continues to help you quickly and decisively manage medical emergencies encountered in any wilderness or other austere setting! World-renowned authority Dr. Paul Auerbach and 2 new associate editors have assembled a team of experts to offer proven, practical, visual guidance for effectively diagnosing and treating the full range of issues that can occur in situations where time and resources are scarce. This indispensable resource equi...

"Landolin" centers around the life of Landolin, a farmer in the Black Forest. The story delves into the complexities of his character and his interactions with the villagers. Landolin is a respected but somewhat stern and stubborn man, whose strong sense of justice and adherence to traditional values often put him at odds with others.The novel explores Landolin's relationships with his family, particularly his daughter, who brings a sense of warmth and softness to his otherwise rigid perso...

Classic Novels Collection contains 27 works:Leo Tolstoy- War and Peace- Anna KareninaJane Austen- Pride and Prejudice- Emma- Sense and Sensibility- Persuasion- Mansfield Park- Northanger Abbey- Lady Susan&- Love And Friendship And Other Early WorksCharlotte Bronte- Jane EyreGustave Flaubert- Madame BovaryDante Alighieri- The Divine ComedyH.G. Wells- The Time Machine- The War of the Worlds- The Invisible ManCharles Dickens- A Tale of Two Cities- Great Expectations- A Christmas CarolRudyard Kip...

Kenneth Grahame was a British writer, most famous for The Wind in the Willows (1908, included), one of the classics of children’s literature. He also wrote The Reluctant Dragon (included here as part of Dream Days); both books were later adapted into Disney films. Contents:THE WIND IN THE WILLOWSTHE GOLDEN AGEDREAM DAYSPAGAN PAPERSTHE HEADSWOMANIf you enjoy this ebook, don't forget to search your favorite ebook store for "Wildside Press Megapack"...

The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen is a story about a duckling who is ridiculed and bullied by other ducks because he is different. He eventually grows up to be a beautiful swan, and the other ducks are amazed at how handsome he has become. This story teaches children that it is important to be themselves, even if they are different from others, and that they may be surprised at how wonderful they can become.

Long ago in the region between old Bosnia and Silesia there dwelled The Mountain Spirit, a mischievous yet warmhearted creature who loved his relationship with mankind. This collection of traditional folk tales, originally published in 1915, recount some of his encounters with various people - and how they were either punished or rewarded for their deeds.Whether you are of Silesian descent or are simply curious about that ancient region of what is now the Czech Republic, if you enj...

Li also known as Lighting was dubbed that by her rambunctious siblings. The family of seven keep their caretakers on their toes with the siblings rowdy actions. When Li decides to make a fresh start and “Be Good” her first efforts are a failure. But when she comes to the end of her abilities she finds that there is more help available than she could have dreamed of. Can she be consistent in the little temptations of life? And what impact will the changes in her life have on her siblings? R...

This early work by Nikolai Gogol was originally published in 1832 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'The Night of Christmas Eve' is a short story about a young man trying to win the affections of a beautiful girl by promising to fetch her the slippers of the Tsaritsa. Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol was born in Sorochintsi, Ukraine in 1809. In 1831, Gogol brought out the first volume of his Ukrainian stories, 'Evenings on a Farm Near Dikanka'. It met with im...