In 1946, interracial marriage was legal in France—but still illegal in much of the United States.When World War II ended, millions of American soldiers returned home—but for Black servicemen, victory abroad did not guarantee equality or personal freedom.Married Across the Color Line tells the true story of P. Frank Freeman, a Black American GI stationed in postwar Europe, and Sophie, the French woman he married in Paris. Through letters and documents, it ch...

Britain has a growth problem. From the 1950s to the early 2000s, the UK experienced levels of economic growth which allowed it to double in prosperity every 30 years. However, in the last 20 years, the motor of British growth has dramatically slowed. As a result, 18-year-olds today find themselves in a country that is barely any better off than when they were born. In this volume, experts from the UK and around the world outline why the British economy has spent the last two decades in a s...

'A TRULY IMPORTANT BOOK’ JOHN HUMPHRYS'FASCINATING… SHOCKING' SPECTATORWhat is paranoia? What makes us mistrustful? How can this be overcome?Daniel Freeman, Professor of Psychology at Oxford, has spent thirty years at the vanguard of paranoia research and treatment. This remarkable and moving book tells the story of that journey.For decades, conventional wisdom held that paranoia was only experience...

Are we born with our fears or do we learn them? Why do our fears persist? What purpose does anxiety serve? How common are anxiety disorders, and which treatments are most effective? What's happening in our brain when we feel fear? And what are Colombian worry dolls? This Very Short Introduction draws on the best scientific research to offer a highly accessible explanation of what anxiety is, why it is such a normal and vital part of our emotional life, and the key factors that cau...

'This is the definitive practical guide from the leaders in the field on a hugely important topic. Written in an engaging, easy-to-understand style, the book tells how new research on paranoia is revealing how best to overcome it. The first edition helped many thousands of sufferers and the second edition promises even more.' Mark Williams, Emeritus Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of Oxford, co-author of Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World

Angel the heroine of the story has to find a balance between knowing she is a future Clan leader and just being a "Normal" young woman/Vampire in modern day society. She wants to find love and go to college but now that she has fully changed into a Vampire that life may now be impossible for her to live. Angel is not just your normal newly changed Vampire, due to her blood lines she has inherited all Vampire abilities and will become the most powerful of all Vampires. That, combined with h...

Every day millions of people struggle with psychological and emotional problems. The Stressed Sex sets out to answer a simple, but crucial, question: are rates of psychological disorder different for men and women? The implications - for individuals and society alike - are far-reaching, and to date, this important issue has been largely ignored in all the debates raging about gender differences. Now Daniel Freeman and Jason Freeman present a ground-breaking combination of epidemiological a...

Ever wondered what goes on up there? Why do we think, feel and act in the way we do? What makes us happy or sad, angry or anxious? The Freeman brothers unravel the secrets of the mind and explain the scientific facts behind our behaviour. Armed with key psychological insights you'll be able to apply them to everyday situations and understand why we are attracted to certain people or remember faces rather than names. Having trouble sleeping? Suffering from panic attacks? Use Your Head will ...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting realm of Welsh folklore with "Welsh Fairy Tales (Unabridged)" by William Elliot Griffis. This captivating collection transports you to a world of mythical creatures, magical quests, and timeless wisdom. From the mischievous fairies of the hills to the wise old wizards of the forests, these tales weave a tapestry of imagination and wonder. Prepare to be captivated by the adventures of heroes and heroines, the battles between good and evil, and the enduring...

Are we born with our fears or do we learn them? Why do our fears persist? What purpose does anxiety serve? How common are anxiety disorders, and which treatments are most effective? What's happening in our brain when we feel fear? And what are Colombian worry dolls?This Very Short Introduction draws on the best scientific research to offer a highly accessible explanation of what anxiety is, why it is such a normal and vital part of our emotional life, and the key factors t...

'A TRULY IMPORTANT BOOK’ JOHN HUMPHRYS'FASCINATING… SHOCKING' SPECTATORWhat is paranoia? What makes us mistrustful? How can this be overcome?Daniel Freeman, Professor of Psychology at Oxford, has spent thirty years at the vanguard of paranoia research and treatment. This remarkable and moving book tells the story of that journey.For decades, conventional wisdom held that paranoia was only experience...

Psychology is part of everyone's experience: it influences the way we think about everything from education and intelligence, to relationships and emotions, advertising and criminality. People readily behave as amateur psychologists, offering explanations for what people think, feel, and do. But what exactly are psychologists trying to do? What scientific grounding do they have for their approach? This Very Short Introduction explores some of psychology's leading ideas and their p...