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Returning to his homeland after twenty years abroad, the author records his observations of a rapidly changing America. He analyzes the shifting landscapes and social structures of early 20th-century cities with a critical yet nostalgic eye. The narrative provides a complex, lyrical reflection on national identity and the passage of time.
Train travel is having a renaissance. Grand old routes that had been canceled, or were moldering in neglect, have been refurbished as destinations in themselves. The Rocky Mountaineer, the Orient Express, and the Trans-Siberian Railroad run again in all their glory. Pamela Mulloy has always loved train travel. Whether returning to the Maritimes every year with her daughter on the Ocean, or taking her family across Europe to Poland, trains have been a linchpin of her life. As COVID locked us down, Mulloy began an imaginary journey that recalled the trips she has taken, as well as those of others. Whether it was Mary Wollstonecraft traveling alone to Sweden in the late 1700s, or the incident that had Charles Dickens forever fearful of trains, or the famous actress Sarah Bernhardt trapped in her carriage in a midwestern blizzard in the 1890s, or Sir John A. Macdonald’s wife daring to cross the Rockies tied to the cowcatcher at the front of the train, the stories explore the odd mix of adventure and contemplation that travel permits. Thoughtful, observant, and fun, Off the Tracks is the perfect blend of research and personal experience that, like a good train ride, will whisk you into another world.Mostra libro
Principles of Economics was a leading economics textbook of Alfred Marshall (1842-1924), first published in 1890. Marshall began writing the book in 1881, and he spent much of the next decade at work on it.His plan for the work gradually extended to a two-volume compilation on the whole of economic thought; the first volume was published in 1890 to worldwide acclaim that established him as one of the leading economists of his time. It brought the ideas of supply and demand, of marginal utility and of the costs of production into a coherent whole, and became the dominant economic textbook in England for a long period. The second volume, which was to address foreign trade, money, trade fluctuations, taxation, and collectivism, was never published at all. (Summary from Wikipedia)This reading is based on the eighth edition, published in 1920.Mostra libro
We Irish have enriched the English language with a slew of snazzy gems. Did you know we're the ones behind quarks , electrons and vectors , Sudocrem and Wellington boots? No surprise that we invented begrudgery , but croquet and Wunderkind were us too! So if some yahoo is getting on your nerves , don't box him in the gob – hit him with Irishisms galore , and you'll soon put the kibosh on his shaninagans . Y' dig ? Written and illustrated by Colin Murphy and Donal O'Dea, the craggy old blokes behind the bestselling Feckin' Collection and Stuff Irish People Love.Mostra libro
The ultimate minimalism and decluttering collection. Master the tips and strategies taught in this book collection and you shall live a life of happiness and free of clutter with your friends and family! In "Minimalism For Beginners": - The one thing that could ruin your journey to Minimalism - The Advantages of Using Minimalism in Your Life - How to Maintain a Minimalist Home - Minimalism and Your Health - The Secret to applying Minimalism without losing your friends - Tips to Help You Implement Minimalism Into Your Daily Life for the Long Term - The only thing you need to do daily for your Minimalism lifestyle to be a success long term! In "Minimalism For Families": - Secret tips and tricks to make the whole family involved without them noticing - How to Deal with Problems When Everyone in the Family Isn't On Board - The one thing you need to get right for your kids to love their new Minimalism lifestyle (Do this wrong and they will hate you!) - Make or break Minimalist budget tips that guarantee success - Ways to Sustain and Maintain Your Minimalist Lifestyle - Christmas Presents ideas for the Minimalist kids that are sure to win their heart! In "Decluttering": - The one thing that could ruined your journey to Decluttering - Deciding That It Is Time to Declutter and Getting Everyone On Board - Your Ultimate 7 Day Decluttering Plan - Special Considerations for the Kids' Bedrooms and Toy Rooms - The one thing you should not forget on your decluttering journey! So if you want to live a life of happiness and free of stress and clutter with your friends and family click "add to cart" and start your Minimalism journey today!Mostra libro
Bring to life America's most amazing space projects that never were, using highly illustrated step-by-step guides. The major American space programmes that carried crews are well known. From Mercury, Gemini and Apollo in the 1960s and into the 1970s, through to the 1980s Space Shuttle, which made its final flight in 2011, they have all made their mark – even the North American X-15 rocket plane that earned many of its pilots their Astronaut Wings, owing to its high-altitude capability. All these involved a lot of new hardware, including the Saturn rockets, the Apollo craft and the Shuttle Orbiter with its solid-fuel rocket boosters and giant external tank. During this time of actual missions, space scientists and engineers were also looking at how all these new techniques and hardware could be put to even greater use. Many plans were devised, artwork drawn and technical models produced to illustrate the proposals. However, none were ever built and certainly none ever flew. This book looks at what could have been and how they can be built as models to display alongside those that did actually fly. Lost American Projects – A Spacecraft Modeller's Guide is a follow-on to Mat Irvine's earlier book, Scale Spacecraft Modelling.Mostra libro
"Poker Probabilities Unveiled: Advanced Techniques for Winning Hands" is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of poker strategy. Regardless of your experience level—from novice to seasoned pro—in poker, this book is designed to equip you with the advanced techniques and insights needed to gain a significant advantage at the poker table. Inside this comprehensive guide, you will uncover the hidden world of poker probabilities and unveil the secrets to making winning decisions. We begin with a quick review of the basic rules of poker, ensuring that you have a solid foundation to build upon. From there, we dive deep into the game's intricacies, exploring hand rankings and their significance, the crucial role of probabilities in poker, and an introduction to probability theory specific to the game. As you progress through the book, you'll gain a profound understanding of calculating odds and probabilities accurately, enabling you to make educated decisions based on the likelihood of success. You'll discover the power of expected value (EV) and how it can be applied to maximize your profitability in every hand. Positional awareness plays a pivotal role in poker, and we explore how to leverage it to your advantage. You'll learn how your position at the table influences your pre-flop decisions, giving you the upper hand over your opponents. But the journey doesn't end there. "Poker Probabilities Unveiled" takes you into the heart of post-flop decision-making, where the real action happens. You'll unravel the complexities of common post-flop scenarios, including how to approach overcards, strong draws, aggressive opponents, and more.Mostra libro
