America's Democracy of Dollars is about a "legal" problem we have today in America. But it is not a law book written for lawyers. Nor is it a political book, taking sides with either conservatives or progressives. It is a book written for us Americans, to aid us in understanding a problem that affects each of us so each of us can choose to do something about it.It is also a book about context, not theory. What is the context of our times?As a society, we have morphed from a...

Is bigger really better? According to this hilariously over-the-top parody self-help guide… not always.Here at last is the first self-help book for men with Oversized Male Genitalia (OMG), a genetic birth defect that grows the penis to absurd proportions. Every year, thousands of men are diagnosed with OMG. Sadly, most are banished to the fringes of society, victims of their own freakish length and girth. How to Live with a Huge Penis brings them an inspir...

This is the third revised edition of what was described by the English Court of Appeal in C v D as the “standard work” on Bermuda Form excess insurance policies. The Form, first used in the 1980s, covers liabilities for catastrophes such as serious explosions or mass tort litigation and is now widely used by insurance companies. It is unusual in that it includes a clause requiring disputes to be arbitrated under English procedural rules in London but subject to New York substantiv...

This timely volume presents a rich and absorbing selection of extracts from over two hundred leading literary critics of the last several decades, writing on many of the most widely studied literary texts in English, from Shakespeare to Toni Morrison.Structured chronologically, working through familiar literary periods, this book presents illuminating and stimulating examples of critical readings of familiar texts, demonstrating a variety of methods and approaches to critical pract...

Narrative is everywhere and has unique powers: to enchant and inspire, to make sense of our lives and ourselves and to afford us an enriched understanding of alternative worlds and lives and of better futures – though narrative also has the potential to coerce and oppress. Narrative is at the centre at all stages of the English curriculum and has been the subject of a burgeoning critical industry. This timely volume addresses the many ways in which recent thinking has informed the teaching...

This book recreates in written form seventeen of the most popular, frankly personal and engaging lectures on literature given by the award-winning teacher Richard Jacobs, who has been working with students for over forty years. This is a book written for students, whether starting their studies or more experienced, and also for all lovers of literature. At its heart is the conviction that reading, thinking about, and writing or talking about literature involves us all personally: texts tal...

If you’re still charging by the hour, you’re leaving money on the table.Every freelancer knows the frustration: the faster and better you get, the less you earn. Hourly pricing punishes efficiency and keeps you stuck on a treadmill of trading time for money.Freelancer’s Guide to Pricing Services by Value, Not Time gives you the proven system to break free. Inside, you’ll discover:✅ Why clients actually hate hourly rates (and what they...

I have a confession to make. I didn't write a single word of this book back in 2013, 2017, 2022, and now 2025. And no, I didn’t use “AI” to write this 4th edition you’re now reading.Instead of using a ghostwriter or writing the book myself, I spoke the content over a period of 15+ hours - I sat in front of my computer, used summary notes, spoke to the screen, recorded my voice, and had it transcribed. I then edited, taking out the “um’s”, and the “uh’s”, and corrected the grammar o...

Richard Jacobs is a highly successful entrepreneur, accomplished podcast host, and author known for his significant contributions to various fields. As the founder of a research program and software platform, Richard has played a pivotal role in advancing groundbreaking work.In October 2016, driven by a keen interest in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, 3D printing, regenerative medicine, Bitcoin, and blockchain, Richard embarked on a journey to unravel the mys...

My name is Richard Jacobs, and over the past 14 years, I’ve dedicated my career to understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by solo practitioners and small clinics. My journey began in the legal marketing field, where I’ve helped over 1,000 attorneys across a vast range of practice areas grow their firms and achieve financial freedom. This experience gave me deep insights into the power of effective marketing, client engagement, and practice management—insights that are jus...

A lifelong fascination with all things bones. A four-decades-long hunt for the specimens of 2,500+ species past and present. An unwavering desire to preserve, appreciate, and display this rich history of life on Earth.These things led to the establishment of the largest privately-held collection of osteological pieces in the world; a place where science displays are more like works of art ... capturing the attention of every eye that lands upon them, and telling a profound story wi...

Amidst an uncertain world in constant flux, it’s easy to see the value of the chess player’s special skills: thinking ahead, taking preparatory moves, maintaining deep concentration, thinking outside themselves, and staying goal-oriented.These skills are not easily acquired; they require consistent effort, practice, mental discipline, and patience. However, these skills are essential for success in professional and personal life. Rushing into decisions or actions without careful co...