The Social Dynamics of Family Violence explores family violence through the life course, from child abuse and neglect to intimate partner violence and elder abuse.Paying close and special attention to the social nature and institutional causes of family violence, authors Angela J. Hattery and Earl Smith draw readers' attention to the ways that social inequality, especially gender inequality, contribute to tensions and explosive tendencies in family settings. As awareness, ...

The genius Thomas Edison once said all anyone needed in order to invent something was a good imagination and a pile of junk. Imagination and creativity have always been essential qualities for survival in Maine and the ingrained habits of "saving up" and "making do" inevitably led to heaps of junk. As a result Maine has produced some extraordinary inventors and inventions with many aimed at a simply making daily life, easier and more comfortable: from Joseph Peavey's self-named tool that d...

When Stonington's four founding fathers first laid eyes on the bucolic shoreline inhabited by the Pequot tribe, it was impossible for them to predict that the future state of Connecticut would produce nearly four centuries of American history. What became their sleepy coastal borough flourished from a "stony town" into what is now known as Stonington. Fishermen, whalers, and sealers would lead a boom in the 1800s, shaping a lifestyle that still persists as a testament to the area's heritag...

On the banks of the Mystic River, the Connecticut community of Mystic has a maritime history that stretches back beyond the founding of the nation. Starting as a Native American settlement, the area switched hands--first to the Dutch, then to the English--before finally becoming a part of the United States after the Revolutionary War. Mystic's location made it an ideal port for coastal commerce. As the nation grew, so did Mystic, with the village using its unique location to serve both the...

From its humble beginnings as a strip of wilderness just west of William Penn's "greene country towne," Powelton Village has seen a rise in both prestige and activism since its inception in the late 17th century. An aristocratic estate at its founding, Powelton has found itself in a state of constant evolution, from the summer retreat of George Washington to the home of Pennsylvania's agricultural fair and from the playground of the elite to a hotbed of activism. In spite of, or because of...

Given that Ridgewood lies within 20 miles of Lower Manhattan, it would be easy to dismiss this little town as another New York suburb. Settled by Johannes Van Emburgh in 1700, this slice of New Jersey was a pivotal safe haven for the founding fathers, such as George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Aaron Burr. In 1894, the State of New Jersey incorporated the area as a village, and what followed were 100 years of business and leisure with places like Woolworth's, the Erie Railroad Compa...

Includes 24 portraits, maps and plans."The only history of the Indian Corps in France in the Great War, from 1914 to 1915 when the Corps transferred to the Middle East. A fascinating story.The Indian Corps, consisting of two infantry divisions (Meerut and Lahore), arrived in France in September/October 1914. It was commanded by Lieutenant-General Sir James Willcocks who was the most senior officer in the BEF after Field Marshal Sir John French and General Sir Horace Smith-Dor...

Named Top 10 "Best Lit Mags of 2023" by Chill SubsCarefully curated stories from After Dinner Conversation magazine to create a themed short story book about the philosophy and ethics of government law and regulation. Perfect for classrooms and book clubs, each story is 1,500-7,000 words and comes with five suggested discussion questions.Story Summary ListThe Book Of Approved Words: A government approved "auth...

Rated "Most Popular Fiction Magazine 2024" by Chill SubsNamed Top 10 "Best Lit Mags of 2023, 2024" by Chill SubsRated "Top 50 Fiction" by SubstackDelight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues! After Dinner Conversation is a monthly literary magazine publishing short fiction. Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contri...

Named Top 10 "Best Lit Mags of 2023" by Chill SubsDelight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues! After Dinner Conversation is a monthly literary magazine publishing short fiction. Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contribute fascinating philosophical insights on controversial topics like marriage equality, assisted suicide, the meaning of death, animal rights and defining ...

This book provides a concise-yet-comprehensive overview and critique of leading theories of family violence. It addresses various forms of violence, including elder abuse, sibling abuse, child abuse, and intimate partner violence. The book provides several frameworks to examine the prevalence of family violence and offers prevention and intervention strategies.Key areas of coverage include:Macro-level theories, such family violence theory, feminist theory, psychologic...

7 Keys to Personal Identity: Thriving In An Era Of Narcissism and Chaos “7 Keys to Personal Identity: Thriving In An Era of Narcissism and Chaos” is a roadmap to finding your true personal identity. This book takes you through seven fundamental steps of personal development: choosing resilience over victimhood, deciding to think for yourself, practicing daily self-care, learning to trust your intuition, developing a growth mindset, finding your calling, and developing a spiritual life. By ...