Delve into the fascinating intersection of nature, art, and human perception with Stewart Andrew McDowall in Beauty and the Beast: An Essay in Evolutionary Aesthetic, an audiobook that explores the origins and development of aesthetic appreciation through the lens of evolution. McDowall examines how beauty, taste, and artistic sensibility have been shaped by natural selection and human experience, offering listeners a unique blend of science, philosophy, a...

An essay examining beauty through evolutionary theory, psychology, and aesthetic philosophy.

Andrew Stewart (1791-1872) advocated protectionist policies for nearly two decades in the House of Representatives, gaining national renown as Chairman of the House Committees on the Tariff and Internal Improvements in the 1820s. Many of Stewart’s congressional speeches on economic doctrine were reproduced in full by newspapers, and he himself collected into one volume, reproduced here, all his speeches relating to tariffs. They demonstrate his belief in protectionism, in the necessity in ...

Surprisingly neglected in accounts of Allied wartime triumphs, in 1941 British and Commonwealth forces completed a stunning and important victory in East Africa against an overwhelmingly superior Italian opponent. A hastily formed British-led force, never larger than 70,000 strong, advanced along two fronts to defeat nearly 300,000 Italian and colonial troops. This compelling book draws on an array of previously unseen documents to provide both a detailed campaign history and a fresh appre...

Contract Law: Principles and Context presents the development of contract law through a considered selection of cases that are both authoritative and used as factual examples to explain the law. The text introduces readers to the nature and range of contracts, the process for making a contract, rights and duties, adjustments to contracts, vitiating factors and unfair conduct, ending contracts, and remedies and restitution. The text considers the historical development of contracts through ...

"Well-researched . . . tells the story of the military bodyguard known as the 'Coats Mission' led initially by Major Jimmy Coats, Coldstream Guards." — The Guards MagazineFollowing the surrender of France in June 1940 Britain prepared to defend itself against a potential German invasion. In great secrecy a decision was taken to establish an elite bodyguard to protect the British Royal Family. Led initially by Major Jimmy Coats, a Coldstream Guards officer a...

On 6 June 1944 British, American, Canadian and French troops landed in Normandy by air and sea. This was one of the key moments of the Second World War, a long-anticipated invasion which would, ultimately, lead to the defeat of Nazi Germany. By the day’s end a lodgment had been effected and Operation OVERLORD was being hailed as a success.In reality the assault had produced mixed results and at certain points along the French coastline the position was still far from certain. The k...

What was Hellenistic art, and what were its contexts, aims, achievements, and impact? This textbook introduces students to these questions and offers a series of answers to them. Its twelve chapters and two 'focus' sections examine Hellenistic sculpture, painting, luxury arts, and architecture. Thematically organized, spanning the three centuries from Alexander to Augustus, and ranging geographically from Italy to India and the Black Sea to Nubia, the book examines key monuments of Helleni...

After living six months in New Jersey in 2019, I decided to return to New York at the beginning of 2020 to the despise of my family, who believed I was taking a bold step since I've only moved to the USA two years prior. I just wanted to follow my dream. What it was at that time, I wasn't certain, but New Jersey wasn't cutting it for me. I decided to move to Canarsie with my wife and two daughters, and from there on, I started my journey toward my business. It was not a walk in the park, a...

Performing New Orleans examines the value of arts and culture in managing complex urban challenges, offering new perspectives on how artistic and everyday performances can be pivotal modes of practicing resilience. Through an exploration of understudied forms of performance in New Orleans, Stuart Andrews and Patrick Duggan highlight the centrality of the city’s arts ecosystems as a vital aspect of its ability to “perform” resiliency.Performing New Orleans resists ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Practical and Guide for Today’s Executive Leaders.Become a better business leader and transform your business with this practical guide on how to orchestrate transformational change!Are you in a business leadership position?Have you been charged with the task of creating change in your organization?Leaders today face complex challenges and must adapt n...

Run Away JohnBy: Andrew Stewart IIIJohn’s life is falling apart. His marriage is crumbling. His wife is cheating. Work is hard, and money is tight. As he tries desperately to keep everything together, to keep his children safe and his family whole, mistakes from his past catch up with him—and put his family’s lives in danger.About the AuthorAndrew Stewart III was born and raised in Franklin, Louisiana. He currently works as a firefighter and first responder. ...