Start With Why: Discover the Secrets on How You Can Live a Life of Passion and PurposeIt's important to remember that finding a compelling “Why” is essential if you want to achieve lasting success in everything you do in life, may it be in your personal or professional life. A strong Why inspires you to be enthusiastic, and an enthusiastic individual is more likely to remain that way for a longer period of time. A “Why” will keep you motivated to achieve your goals. But most people...

Engaging the thematic issues of the Web as a space where magic, metaphor, and power converge, the chapters cover such subjects as The Web and Corporate Media Systems, Conspiracy Theories and the Web; The Economy of Cyberpromotion, The Bias of the Web, The Web and Issues of Gender, and so on.

Leonid Nikolaievich Andreyev (1871 – 1919) was a Russian playwright, novelist and short-story writer. He is one of the most talented and prolific representatives of the Silver Age period in Russian history. Andreyev's style combines elements of realist, naturalist and symbolist schools in literature.In this ebook:Satan's Diary, 1920The Crushed Flower and Other Stories, 1921The Seven who were Hanged, 1941He Who Gets Slapped, 1922Translated by ...

The charming real-life fairy tale of an American secretary who discovers she has been chosen king of an impoverished fishing village on the west coast of Africa. King Peggy has the sweetness and quirkiness of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series and the hopeful sense of possibility of Half the Sky.King Peggy chronicles the astonishing journey of an American secretary who suddenly finds herself king to a town of 7,000 souls o...

Poetry is a fascinating use of language. With almost a million words at its command it is not surprising that these Isles have produced some of the most beautiful, moving and descriptive verse through the centuries. . In this series we look at each calendar month through the eyes and minds of our most gifted poets to bring you a unique poetic guide to the days within each. November The eleventh month of the year in the Gregorian calendar; the land becomes bleaker, harsher but no less beaut...

The most difficult questions of sustainability are not about technology; they are about values. Answers to such questions cannot be found by asking the "experts," but can only be resolved in the political arena. In The Local Politics of Global Sustainability, author Thomas Prugh, with Robert Costanza and Herman Daly, two ofthe leading thinkers in the field of ecological economics, explore the kind of politics that can help enable us to achieve a sustainable world of our choice, ra...

In Bashan and I (sometime referred to as Man and Dog), Thomas Mann, the Nobel Prize-winning author of The Magic Mountain and Death in Venice, writes in the most remarkable way of the unique relation that links a dog with his master. These memoirs read as a novel, and describe in fierce detail the behavior, feelings and psychology of Mann's dog Bashan, and of Mann himself. Mann tells how he acquired Bashan, details traits of his character, and des...

In the annals of religious persecution, the Spanish Inquisition stands as a chilling testament to the horrors that can be inflicted in the name of faith. Volume 4 of Henry Charles Lea's seminal work, "History of the Inquisition of Spain," delves into the darkest depths of this infamous institution, exposing its relentless pursuit of heretics, its cruel methods of torture, and its devastating impact on Spanish society. Prepare to be transported back to a time of religious extremism and witn...

The Anatomy of Folly – 5 Classic Satirical Novels is a masterful collection that explores the art of satire through its varied expressions across different literary traditions. This anthology delves into the essence of human folly, offering a panoramic view of society's absurdities with a blend of humor, irony, and critical reflection. Each novel featured in this collection serves as a beacon in the satirical domain, showcasing stylistic diversity from the maritime adventures of Herman Mel...

Living Racism is based on the premise that race and racism are well-entrenched elements of US society. The contributors of this volume argue that race and racism are more than mere concepts; instead, they see and treat these as part of the fabric that constitutes and organizes everyday life. Consequently, race and racism are maintained through structures such as social institutions (e.g., schools, criminal justice system, media, etc.) and are carried by individual actors through racial ide...

Anton Chekhov's "Plays" encapsulates a masterful blend of nuanced character development, intricate dialogue, and the exploration of human emotions and societal norms, marking a significant evolution in dramatic literature. This collection includes seminal works such as "The Seagull," "Uncle Vanya," and "Three Sisters," all characterized by Chekhov's trademark subtext and a focus on the mundane struggles of life. His plays defy traditional climaxes and instead revel in the beauty of everyda...

This edited volume examines mass media portrayals of women leaders and other powerful women in popular culture. Contributors argue that increased media visibility and representation can lead to more widespread acceptance of women as societal leaders.The book employs an interdisciplinary, intersectional, and international approach to its coverage of these portrayals and their meanings for society and gender norms. Through a feminist lens, contributors examine these ...