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This short account of a fire and suspicious deaths at Manor Place examines the tragic consequences of neglect, corruption, and systemic failure. Doyle treats the case not just as a crime but as a condemnation of housing conditions and slum mismanagement. A call to conscience as much as investigation.
An unsparing, incisive, yet ultimately hopeful look at how we can shed the American obsession with self-reliance that has made us less healthy, less secure, and less fulfilled The promise that you can “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” is central to the story of the American Dream. It’s the belief that if you work hard and rely on your own resources, you will eventually succeed. However, time and again we have seen how this foundational myth, with its emphasis on individual determination, brittle self-sufficiency, and personal accomplishment, does not help us. Instead, as income inequality rises around us, we are left with shame and self-blame for our condition. Acclaimed journalist Alissa Quart argues that at the heart of our suffering is a do-it-yourself ethos, the misplaced belief in our own independence and the conviction that we must rely on ourselves alone. Looking at a range of delusions and half solutions—from “grit” to the false Horatio Alger story to the rise of GoFundMe—Quart reveals how we have been steered away from robust social programs that would address the root causes of our problems. Meanwhile, the responsibility for survival has been shifted onto the backs of ordinary people, burdening generations with debt instead of providing the social safety net we so desperately need. Insightful, sharply argued, and characterized by Quart’s lively writing and deep reporting, and for fans of Evicted and Nickel and Dimed, Bootstrapped is a powerful examination of what ails us at a societal level and a plan for how we can free ourselves from these self-defeating narratives. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.Show book
★ Do you want to discover the life of Tsars and why they were such as ruthless rulers? ★ ★ Perhaps you want to discover what made the Soviet Union so powerful? ★ If your answer is yes, get this book now because it focuses on just that! In this book you will discover;· The Grand Prince Vladimir – 1000 AD· Ivan the Terrible - 1547 · Peter the Great – 1682· Catherine the Great - 1762· Why Napoleon Invaded Russia in 1812· The last of the Tsars – 1894· The Russian Revolution & Lenin – 1917· The Rise of Joseph Stalin – 1924· Russia in the Second World War – 1939· Winter War - Soviet VS Finland 1939-1940· The Winter War - The Sausage War· Russia in the Cold War – 1946· The Rise of the KGB – 1954· Chernobyl – 1986· East against the West – 1989 ★ BUY THIS BOOK NOW AND DISCOVER HOW THE TSARS MADE THE SOVIET UNION ONE OF THE MOST FEARED COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD! ★Show book
The First Accounts of New World is a unique collection of the earliest historical accounts from colonial America. It includes three autobiographical works of two prominent colonial leaders, Edward Winslow andWilliam Bradford - Good Newes From New England, Of Plymouth Plantation and Mourt's Relation. These diaries describe the story of the Pilgrims from 1608, when they settled in the Dutch Republic on the European mainland through the 1620 Mayflower voyage to the New World, until the year 1647.Show book
This is a concise summary and analysis of Our Enemy, the State, by Albert Jay Nock. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Albert Jay Nock. Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview. Our Enemy, the State offers a compelling critique of modern government, challenging the conventional understanding of the state as a benevolent force for societal good. With razor-sharp analysis, this thought-provoking work examines the historical evolution of the state, exposing its inherent tendency to prioritize power over individual liberty and economic freedom. Combining philosophical insights with incisive commentary, it invites readers to question the role of the state in their lives and consider alternatives that uphold the principles of self-reliance and voluntary cooperation.Show book
Doctor Bernard Patten―erstwhile Memory Fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine, founder of the first memory clinic at the Neurological Institute of New York, and author of scientific papers on memory therapy and memory problems―wants to help you to a better mind, a better memory, and, consequently, a better life. Memory degradation happens to everyone. Even people in good health forget where they park their cars or leave their reading glasses. Some draw a blank entering their PIN. Is the stove off? Cat fed? Door locked? Did you take your medication? Not sure? How come? These memory problems only get worse as we get older unless we employ mental exercises to improve memory now. Mountains of scientific research prove that mental exercise benefits the brain as much as physical exercise benefits the body. Mental gymnastics boosts brainpower, augments memory, and (in some cases) actually increases brain size. It can help prevent dementia, mental decline, and the much-feared Alzheimer's disease. Making Mental Might does not aim to increase your IQ or show you how to get smarter. It offers the proper mental training to look, sound, and perform worlds better. These techniques have helped hundreds of students at Rice University's School of Continuing Studies under Doctor Patten improve their working memory. They can do the same for you.Show book
"An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding" is a philosophical work written by David Hume in the 18th century. It is one of the most influential works in Western philosophy and is considered a cornerstone of modern empiricism and skepticism. In this book, Hume investigates the nature and limits of human knowledge, arguing that all knowledge is based on our experiences and observations of the world. He asserts that we cannot know anything beyond what we have observed or experienced, and that there is no rational basis for many of the beliefs that we hold. Hume's philosophy is deeply skeptical, and he questions many of the traditional ideas of Western philosophy, including causation, induction, and the existence of God. He argues that our beliefs in these concepts are not based on reason, but rather on habit or custom, and that they cannot be rationally justified. Hume also explores the nature of morality and human nature, arguing that moral judgments are based on sentiment rather than reason, and that human beings are fundamentally motivated by self-interest rather than by any innate moral principles. Overall, "An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding" is a profound and influential work that challenges many of the fundamental assumptions of Western philosophy. It is notable for its skepticism and empiricism, and for its rejection of many traditional metaphysical and theological concepts.Show book
