Genius Rewarded; or, The Story of the Sewing Machine is a detailed historical account that chronicles the invention, development, and widespread impact of the sewing machine, one of the most transformative devices of the nineteenth century. Authored by Grace Rogers Cooper, this book delves into the fascinating journey of Elias Howe, Isaac Merritt Singer, and other key inventors whose ingenuity and perseverance revolutionized the textile industry and domestic life. Through vivid storytellin...

"The Puzzle King" by John Scott is a captivating tale that intertwines mystery and adventure. The story follows a brilliant yet reclusive puzzle maker who becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue when his latest creation, a seemingly innocuous puzzle, holds the key to a long-buried secret. As he navigates through a series of challenges and encounters with enigmatic characters, the protagonist discovers that the world of puzzles is far more complex and dangerous than he ever imagined. The nar...

Envisioning Sociology is a landmark work, the first major study of the founding of sociology in Britain and the enormous contributions made by the intellectual circle led by Victor Branford and Patrick Geddes. Authors John Scott and Ray Bromley chronicle the biographical connections and personal partnerships of the circle's key participants, their international connections, their organization-building work, and the business activities that underpinned their efforts. Branford and G...

The Puzzle King is a captivating novel by Sydney C. Grier, set in the early 20th century, weaving together intrigue, adventure, and the complexities of human relationships. The story follows the enigmatic and brilliant protagonist, Sir Philip, who is renowned for his exceptional intellect and his uncanny ability to solve the most perplexing puzzles and mysteries. As a master of deduction and observation, Sir Philip is often called upon to unravel intricate problems that baffle even the mos...

Step into the epic world where gods walked among mortals and heroes forged legends that would echo through millennia. John A. Scott's masterful exploration reveals how one blind poet from ancient Greece became the foundation of Western literature, shaping everything from Shakespeare's tragedies to modern cinema. This isn't merely academic analysis - it's a thrilling journey through the mind that created Achilles' rage, Odysseus' cunning, and Helen's devastating beauty. Scott illuminates ho...

The classic study of canine behavior: "A major authoritative work…Immensely rewarding reading for anyone concerned with dog-breeding."— Times Literary SupplementBased on twenty years of research at the Jackson Laboratory, this is the single most important and comprehensive reference work on the behavior of dogs ever compiled, written by geneticist and comparative psychologist John Paul Scott, known for his research into social behavior and aggression....

TOURS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT BATTLE IN HISTORY This is not a history book! It is not unlikely that this book will get me killed and I would not dismiss the danger to its publishers. If you have the courage to print and distribute it there is no doubt that it will be one of the all-time best sellers in the world today. Tours the largest city in the Centre region of France is the location of what was arguably the most significant battle in human history. Here in 732 Charles "the Hammer" Martel...

A consistent best-seller, the wide-ranging and authoritative Dictionary of Sociology was first published in 1994 and contains more than 2,500 entries on the terminology, methods, concepts, and thinkers in the field, as well as from the related fields of psychology, economics, anthropology, philosophy, and political science. For this fourth edition, Professor John Scott has conducted a thorough review of all entries to ensure that they are concise, focused, and up to date. Revision...

We can't be our best from too much grind.Have you forgotten about yourself while trying to be a best friend, partner, parent, or employee? Or have you been in a work environment that took more out of you than you got back? And is there a constant stream of incoming unpleasant news.All this can feel like a grind.I woke up one day after quietly denying a lot of unhealthy stress that led to burnout and thought there must be a different way to do life than that; there m...

The Impostor: A Tale of Old Annapolis is set in the bustling colonial port city of Annapolis, known for its significant political and social life during the 18th century. The novel weaves a tale of intrigue and deception, focusing on the story of an impostor who arrives in Annapolis and causes a stir among its inhabitants.The central character, the impostor, assumes a false identity and becomes embroiled in the complex social and political dynamics of the time. His presence disrupts the li...

Winner of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Criminology Christine M. Alder Book Award 2025.Ten percent of the world’s population lives on islands, but until now the place and space characteristics of islands in criminological theory have not been deeply considered. This book moves beyond the question of whether islands have more, or less, crime than other places, and instead addresses issues of how, and by whom, crime is defined in island settings, which crimes are policed ...

This book develops a theoretical approach to social stratification and applies it to the development of the official system of state honours in Britain. It examines both class and status, and sets out an innovative framework for understanding social status – an important but often ignored and misunderstood dimension of social stratification. It is shown that a system of peerages, knighthoods, and other state-based royal honours emerged from feudal patterns of political rule and became an u...