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 ...

First published in 1968, this is the second part of Professor Meade’s Principles of Political Economy, which presents a systematic treatment of the whole field of economic analysis in the form of a series of simplified models which are specifically designed to show the interconnections between the various specialist fields of economic theory.In this volume, Professor Meade is concerned with the theory of economic growth and the rates at which various economic quantities ar...

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...

First published in 1961, this reissue examines the contemporary economic problems of Mauritius alongside those social problems which have a bearing on economic development. As a small and isolated economy, marked by a very rapid rate of contemporary population growth, by an extreme concentration on a single product, and by a great diversity of racial, religious and linguistic groups within the population, Mauritius is a representative microcosm of the economic problems of a large part of t...

"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 ...