First published in 1965, this is a reissue of the first volume in Professor Meade’s highly influential Principles of Political Economy, which aimed to provide an overview of economic analysis in light of contemporary developments in the subject. This volume is based on models of economic systems in which conditions are such as to make possible a state of perfect competition, in which there are no capital goods, in which consumers’ tastes, technical knowledge, and the size and comp...

First published in 1948, this book outlines a solution to contemporary economic problems in the post-war years. This solution aims to make the best use of our price mechanism, free initiative and competition, but also involves the socialization of certain monopolistic concerns and the state control of the price mechanism in such a way as to maintain full employment, to achieve an equitable distribution of income and property, and to restore equilibrium to our balance of payments. It is an ...

Without question, the most famous battle of the Civil War took place outside of the small town of Gettysburg from July 1-3, 1863. Over those three days, nearly 8,000 would die, over 30,000 would be casualties, and the most famous attack of the war, Picketts Charge, would fail Robert E. Lees Army of Northern Virginia. The South would go on to lose the war, and when it did, the importance of Gettysburg as one of the high tide marks of the Confederacy became apparent, making the battle all the m...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Burdens of Freedom: Cultural Difference and American Power by Lawrence M. MeadIn this provocative and groundbreaking work, political scientist Lawrence M. Mead argues that America’s success — and its deepest challenges — stem from a distinctive individualist culture that sets the West apart from much of the rest of the world.Drawing on extensive research in psychology, sociology, and wor...

Tales of Cursed Power – 3 Classic Occult Fantasies offers a vivid exploration into the shadowy realms of the supernatural. This collection masterfully intertwines the eerie atmospheres and dark wonders of the 19th and early 20th centuries, presenting tales that exemplify the chilling allure of the occult. Through its range of gothic, horror, and supernatural fiction, the anthology's themes of forbidden knowledge and sinister forces merge to create a compelling narrative tapestry. Readers a...

For over forty years, Leland Ryken has championed and modeled a Christian liberal arts education. His scholarship and commitment to integrating faith with learning in the classroom have influenced thousands of students who have sat under his winsome teaching. Published in honor of Professor Ryken and presented on the occasion of his retirement from Wheaton College, this compilation carries on his legacy of applying a Christian liberal arts education to all areas of life.Five sectio...

These days current events are fraught with political animosity, global pandemic, warfare, gun violence, and economic insecurity. The troubling times that we live in leave us uncertain where we stand and in what direction we are going. So it is with good reason that anxiety levels have peaked and the affliction has extended to almost every segment of society—whether they like to admit it or not. We may not be able to change the world but End Anxiety!: Proven Benefits of the Transcendent...

"Pioneering in Cuba" by James Meade Adams is a captivating exploration of the early days of American influence in Cuba. The book delves into the lives of the pioneers who ventured into the island, highlighting their struggles, aspirations, and the cultural exchanges that shaped the region. Adams paints a vivid picture of the landscape, the people, and the socio-political dynamics at play, offering readers a nuanced understanding of this pivotal period in history. The narrative is rich with...

My excuse for writing and publishing this book is a threefold one. For some time I have strongly felt that the true story of the La Gloria colony should be told, without bias and with an accurate, first-hand knowledge of all the facts. My close relations with the colony and the colonists, and an actual personal residence in La Gloria for nearly half a year, have made me entirely familiar with the conditions there, and I have endeavored to present them to the reader clearly, correctly, and ...

Although some nations, such as Japan, have invested in aquaculture research and developed major aquaculture industries, the opportunities for similar devel opment in the United States remain largely unnoticed. In a typical recent year the United States, which claims 20% of the world's marine fisheries resources, imported seafood worth $4. 8 billion and exported $l. 3 billion. In addition to the $3. 5 billion deficit in food-fish, was another $2. 7 billion deficit for nonedible fishery prod...

If you are seeking to make better sense of your life and the world, with Jesus always at the center, you will be glad for this book. Inside, you will find nothing trivial or shallow. You will find things you are not likely to have read or heard anywhere else, and you’ll be glad about those things too. Even tough issues are dealt with head-on—boldly and courageously—through Jesus’s life, death, and resurrection. Jim’s writing is lively, engaging, and conversational but deep; he is passionat...

Making Your Own Reality is a collection of the experiences that guided James Meade, Jr. from being an animal-like survivor of a massive brain injury to being a Ph.D in Psychology and an internationally-known speaker who has shared with audiences around the United States and the world. Dr. Meade has worked with brain-injured individuals and their families around the world and has seen people create miracles that even other professionals thought could never happen. Dr. Meade does no...