During a period when African-American education was at the epicenter of the civil rights movement, Thompson’s Journal documented the rapid growth of educational discrimination in the South despite significant increases in public school funding, providing irrefutable evidence that racially segregated public education was inherently discriminatory, hence, unconstitutional. Between 1932 and 1954, Thompson’s editorials provided a nuanced, insider’s account of one of the most successful policy ...

Mediterranean Magic: Flavorful Recipes Inspired by Old World Charm invites listeners on a vibrant culinary journey through sun-soaked coasts, rustic villages, and bustling markets. Written by Anya Delgado and brought to life by the warm narration of Louis Ray, this audiobook captures the essence of Mediterranean cooking—fresh, seasonal, and infused with heart.From olive oil–drenched pastas of southern Italy to the zesty citrus marinades of Greece and the herb-laced stews o...

Mediterranean Mornings: Bright & Healthy Breakfasts from the CoastAuthor: Isadora NikasNarrator: Louis RayWake up to the sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean with Mediterranean Mornings, a vibrant collection of wholesome, coastal-inspired breakfasts crafted by celebrated food writer Isadora Nikas. Narrated with warmth and charm by Louis Ray, this audiobook invites you to slow down and savor the start of your day with ...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to the Philippines.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Boracay Island's stunning White Beach to sinking into a blissful swimming hole at Anuplig Falls, and gawking at the emerald-green rice terraces in and around the villages of Banaue and Batad.Build a trip to remember wi...

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's New England's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 31 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Marvel at the iconic fall foliage, explore the delights of Cape Cod and admire the beauty of Acadia National Park. Get to New England, rent a car, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's New England's Best Trips**:**I...

Valerie Polanski, age 17, likes blue hair, black skinny jeans and nose rings. She swears too much and has a thing about cool words. Everyone calls her Sunny. She’s getting a tattoo, or two, as soon as she graduates. Her mom wants her to go directly to college, but Sunny has other plans.She lands a job as a push monkey—human-powered-ride operator—at her local Renaissance festival. From her fellow workers she learns of a whole festival circuit, and over mom’s objections, hits the roa...

The goals of achieving equal citizenship rights for African Americans and international respect for human rights inspired Charles H. Thompson to focus his attention on ending segregation as public policy in the United States. As editor of The Journal of Negro Education, from 1932 to 1963, Thompson tirelessly championed equal educational and economic opportunities for African Americans and other targets of discrimination. Charles H. Thompson on Desegregation, Democracy, and Education captur...

The Mediterranean Pantry: Sauces, Spreads & Staples for Flavorful LivingAuthor: Luca FerraroNarrator: Louis RayStep into the heart of the Mediterranean with The Mediterranean Pantry, your essential audio guide to building a kitchen infused with sun-soaked flavor, tradition, and nourishment. Written by celebrated food artisan Luca Ferraro and brought to life by the rich voice of Louis Ray, this audi...

The Green Mediterranean: Fresh, Healthy, and Plant-Focused DishesAuthor: Mariam Tarek | Narrator: Louis RayDiscover the vibrant world of plant-forward Mediterranean cooking in The Green Mediterranean, an audiobook cookbook that brings the sun-drenched flavors of the coast to your kitchen—one nourishing bite at a time.Guided by author and nutrition expert Mariam Tarek, and brought to life by the warm narration of Louis Ray, this aud...

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Canada's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Marvel at the Niagara Falls, spot whales in Newfoundland and sample wine on the Okanagan Valley Wine trail. Get to Canada, rent a car, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's Canada's

**Winner of the Lillian Smith Book AwardWinner of the Los Angeles Times Book PrizeFinalist for the National Book AwardThe Nation's "Most Valuable Book"“[A] vibrant intellectual history of the radical right.”—The Atlantic“This sixty-year campaign to make libertarianism mainstream and eventually take the government itself is at the heart of Democracy in Chains. . . . If you're worried about what all this means for Ameri...

Over twenty-five years and through five editions, Walter I. Trattner's From Poor Law to Welfare State has served as the standard text on the history of welfare policy in the United States. The only comprehensive account of American social welfare history from the colonial era to the present, the new sixth edition has been updated to include the latest developments in our society as well as trends in social welfare.Trattner provides in-depth examination of developments in ch...