The Life of a Racehorse is a fictional biography detailing the life of a British racehorse from the horse's point of view. This book was republished by Cosimo in 2015 in honor of American race horsing, which got a shot in the arms when American Pharaoh became the first horse to win the "Grand Slam" of American horse racing (the Triple Crown, for the first time since 1978, and the Breeders' Cup Classic.) In this book, the horse, Sheet Anchor, narrates his life, from his time as a colt, thro...

We live in an era rife with cultural conflict. The 21st century is by no means free of wars, terrorism, riots, famine, nor epidemics. We may attempt to solve the challenges of our times by uniting the humanistic disciplines of philosophy, science, and technology. Our modern reality requires a fundamental understanding of the problems beleaguering our existence. Science and literature are key tools for gaining this insight. The wisdom accumulated throughout the centuries by scientists, phil...

We live in an era rife with cultural conflict. The 21st century is by no means free of wars, terrorism, riots, famine, nor epidemics. We may attempt to solve the challenges of our times by uniting the humanistic disciplines of philosophy, science, and technology. Our modern reality requires a fundamental understanding of the problems beleaguering our existence. Science and literature are key tools for gaining this insight. The wisdom accumulated throughout the centuries by scientists, phil...

The Life of a Foxhound provides a detailed and engaging account of the life and experiences of a foxhound. The book explores the foxhound's role in hunting, its training, and its daily life. It offers insights into the breed's characteristics, behavior, and the challenges it faces as part of a hunting pack.The narrative is written from a perspective that blends observation with affection, reflecting the author's deep understanding of and respect for the foxhound. It includes descriptions o...

"Letters of a Radio-Engineer to His Son" is a compelling collection of correspondence between a father and his son, focusing on the intricacies of radio engineering. The book serves as both a personal narrative and an educational resource, as the father shares his knowledge and experiences in the field. Through these letters, readers gain insight into the technical aspects of radio technology, as well as the emotional bond between parent and child, making it a unique blend of technical edu...

The Saskatchewan Mental Hospital at Weyburn has played a significant role in the history of psychiatric services, mental health research, and providing care in the community. Its history provides a window to the changing nature of mental health services over the 20th century.Built in 1921, Saskatchewan Mental Hospital was considered the last asylum in North America and the largest facility of its kind in the British Commonwealth. A decade later the Canadian Committee for Mental Hyg...

The book has an active table of contents for easy access to each chapter of the book.The work, Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill, was one of the most widely read of all books on economics in the world as Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations. John Mill is known as one of the founders of economics.For those readers who need to learn Mill’s Utilitarianism in full text, this is the right book for them.This is a must-read book for people who are interested in classic economic...

The full eBook version of Julian Bream Albeniz Guitar Collection in fixed-layout format.Julian Bream: Albéniz Guitar Collection comprises 10 superb transcriptions by renowned guitarist Julian Bream of the piano repertoire of Isaac Albéniz. These works are infused with the sounds and colours of the guitar, lending themselves so well to the instrument that they have become an accepted part of the advanced classical guitar repertoire. This collection ...

Letters of a Radio-Engineer to His Son is a fascinating and accessible introduction to the principles of radio engineering, written by John Mills and first published in 1922. Presented in the form of a series of letters from a knowledgeable father to his curious son, the book demystifies the science and technology behind radio communication at a time when radio was revolutionizing the world. Through clear explanations, practical examples, and engaging analogies, the author covers a wide ra...

The book has an active table of contents for easy access to each chapter of the following titles: 1. MIGNET’S FRENCH REVOLUTION – John Stuart Mill 2. MODERN FRENCH HISTORICAL WORKS – John Stuart Mill 3. SCOTT’S LIFE OF NAPOLEON 2– John Stuart Mill 4. ALISON’S HISTORY OF THE FRENCH REVOLUTION – John Stuart Mill 5. THE MONSTER TRIAL – John Stuart Mill 6. A REVIEW OF CARLYLE’S HISTORY OF THE FRENCH REVOLUTION – John Stuart Mill 7. ARMAND...

An experience of five years with Mr. Mill's treatise in the class-room not only convinced me of the great usefulness of what still remains one of the most lucid and systematic books yet published which cover the whole range of the study, but I have also been convinced of the need of such additions as should give the results of later thinking, without militating against the general tenor of Mr. Mill's system; of such illustrations as should fit it better for American students, by turning th...

Low growth has become the economic default in the West. While China and other Asian Tigers continue to steam ahead, western commentators either argue that stagnation is inevitable, ignoring growth in order to focus on other factors such as inflation or inequality, or disclaim growth altogether.In Why the West is Failing, veteran businessman and economist John Mills strongly refutes these arguments. He maintains that the anaemic performance of western economies since the 19...