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Cloth. Condition: Good. None Issued. Revised Edition. Original edition was by Hart, this revision by Gideon and Deininger. spine letters are gilt. Condition: good-only front hinge weak ( endsheets, have pencil writing . no marks in text. no foxing. please see pictures.

Original edition was by Hart, this revision by Gideon and Deininger. For "classical schools, boys fitting for college." -- Hardcover, bright spine letters. Condition: good-only (hinges cracked; student writing on blank endsheets, a few marks in text). -- Nice ephemera is laid in: 1924 notecard for a "dear kind girl" with a "dear sweet face." The envelope has a 2-cent stamp and an Allentown PA postmark, to a Philadelphia address.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Long before Hammurabi chiseled his code into diorite, the cities of Mesopotamia were already wrestling with a profound question: how does a society govern itself when no single ruler commands absolute authority This book traces the emergence of legal thought, bureaucratic order, and institutional power across the fertile crescent, from the first temple records of Uruk to the imperial ambitions of Babylon. It argues that the true cradle of civilization was not agriculture or metallurgy alone, but the slow and often brutal invention of systems that could manage people at scale. Through the lens of administrative tablets, temple accounts, and early legal compilations, the narrative reveals how writing itself became a tool of control and a foundation for justice. The reader moves through the rise of the city-state, the codification of social hierarchy, and the priestly negotiation of divine will against human need. Each chapter examines a moment when order was imposed, resisted, or reimagined. The final sections consider how these ancient experiments in governance shaped the political DNA of later empires from Rome to Baghdad. This is not a survey of kings and battles, but a study of the quiet machinery of civilization: the ledger, the decree, the oath, and the court. For readers interested in the origins of law, statecraft, and the deep history of institutional power, this book offers a grounded and sobering look at what it cost to build a world that could be ruled by words.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Before the modern human rights framework, there was a long and systematic practice of institutionalized pain. This book examines torture not as an aberration but as a normal feature of governance across centuries-from Roman slave interrogations to the secret police cells of twentieth-century dictatorships. It argues that torture has rarely been the work of sadists alone; more often, it has been the product of bureaucracies solving problems of information and control.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Jazz Age prosperity came with a hidden cost. Before the stock market fell, a nation remade itself through credit, cars, and consumer dreams. This book examines the economic machinery that fueled the Roaring Twenties: mass production, easy credit, and a new culture of spending that blurred the line between necessity and desire. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating tribute to the life and legacy of Dr. Samuel Edwin Solly, a distinguished physician who played a pivotal role in the development of climatology as a medical specialty. Solly's pioneering research and extensive travels led to the publication of his authoritative Handbook of Medical Climatology, which became a cornerstone in the field. Throughout his distinguished career, Solly held leadership positions in numerous medical societies, actively contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge. His unwavering commitment to public health extended beyond his practice, as he dedicated himself to the establishment of a sanatorium for tuberculosis patients in Colorado Springs. This book not only chronicles Solly's remarkable contributions to medicine but also sheds light on the historical context of his work, showcasing the evolution of medical practices and the tireless efforts of individuals who have shaped our understanding of health and well-being. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Before 1848, California was a distant edge of a nation that barely knew itself. Then gold appeared, and within three years the continent had been rearranged. This book examines the Gold Rush not as a romantic adventure but as a force of geographic and political transformation-a migration event that remade borders, economies, and the very idea of what a state could be.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Your ad spend is bleeding, but new customers aren't coming. You're trapped in a cycle of higher bids and lower returns, where every dollar spent feels like a gamble. This book reveals the hidden math behind acquisition cost and why most businesses are paying for attention they'll never convert. You'll learn a three-step framework to audit your current channels, identify the true cost per loyal customer, and reallocate your budget to channels that actually pay back. The result isn't just lower ad spend-it's a sustainable growth engine that doesn't depend on ever-increasing marketing budgets. Stop throwing good money after bad and start building a business that grows profitably.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - You may not fear money itself, only what it keeps revealing.This reflective book reframes financial habits as emotional habits. Through ideas of saving, debt reduction, simple budgeting, and money management, it examines the inner tension between wanting freedom and repeating familiar avoidance. It speaks to readers who earn, spend, regret, and begin again, not because they lack intelligence, but because debt anxiety can turn ordinary decisions into proof of failure.The focus is not perfection. It is the gradual return of attention: knowing where money goes, naming what pressure does, and building small routines that make tomorrow feel less threatening.Financial peace is rarely dramatic. Sometimes it is simply the moment a person stops disappearing from their own numbers.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book explores how chronic worry often lives in the stories we tell ourselves about past regrets and future fears, inviting readers to notice the quiet pull of anxiety and to gently shift attention to the sensations of the here and now. Through reflective pauses and gentle guidance, it shows how present moment awareness does not erase worry but changes our relationship to it, allowing space for acceptance and a softer inner dialogue. The tone is compassionate and validating, offering no prescriptive steps but instead encouraging self reflection on the habits of mind that keep us stuck in cycles of concern. Readers are invited to see their experience with softness and clarity, recognizing that the present moment holds a quiet refuge even amid restless thoughts. The approach rests on the understanding that being present is not about fixing or escaping, but about allowing what is to be felt without judgment, which can reduce the extra suffering that comes from fighting worry itself. By cultivating a kinder awareness of thoughts and feelings, the book supports a gradual shift toward inner calm and emotional resilience, honoring each reader's unique pace and experience.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book explores the skill of reading other people's emotions accurately, especially when stakes are high and clear perception matters. It shows how noticing facial cues, tone, and body language can improve empathic accuracy, an ability that can be strengthened with practice and feedback. In high-pressure environments such as negotiations or crisis conversations, this awareness helps reduce misunderstandings, build trust, and guide more thoughtful responses. By cultivating a calm, attentive presence, readers learn to interpret emotions without jumping to conclusions, fostering healthier relationships and better outcomes.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Cold War divided the twentieth century into competing visions of human society. One side defended liberal democracy, market economies, and strategic alliances led by the United States. The other promoted centralized planning, revolutionary collectivism, and socialist expansion under Soviet influence. Between them stood a world forced to navigate permanent tension without direct global war.This book examines the ideological foundations of the Cold War and the political structures built around them. Propaganda, intelligence operations, and economic aid programs became instruments for spreading influence far beyond Europe. Governments framed domestic policy and international diplomacy alike through the language of existential struggle between opposing systems of modernity.The narrative also follows how this rivalry shaped societies across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Local revolutions, anti-colonial movements, and authoritarian regimes frequently became entangled within the strategic competition of the superpowers. Political conflicts that appeared regional often carried global consequences once ideological alignment entered the calculation.The Cold War emerges here not simply as a diplomatic standoff, but as a worldwide contest over which political model would define the modern age.…

Condition: Good. Baltimore, MD 1917 first edition. Dec 1, vol XXVI no 6. sm4to wraps. Arlitt article pp. 769-778 with 4 plates on glossy stock. Other articles on other topics in issue as well. Good plus, light chipping of cover edges; text clean, binding secure. no owner marks. Good.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. ST. JANUARIUS The Bishop, the Martyrdom, and the Mysterious Blood That Made St. Januarius Famous A bishop. A martyr. A mysterious relic. And a story that has fascinated generations. What would you do if remaining faithful to Christ meant risking everything? Long before the mysterious blood of Saint Januarius became one of the most fascinating relic traditions in Catholic history, there was a bishop who lived in a dangerous age-and chose faithfulness when the cost was enormous. Saint Januarius is remembered as a Christian bishop associated with Benevento and the Campanian world who was martyred during the persecution of Christians under the Roman emperor Diocletian. His story is one of courage, sacrifice, conviction, and unwavering trust in Christ. But centuries after his death, another mystery would capture the world's attention. Two small ampoules traditionally believed to contain the blood of Saint Januarius became associated with a remarkable phenomenon: on certain occasions, the material within them has been reported to change from a solid or coagulated state into a liquid resembling blood. For generations, people have gathered in Naples to witness this extraordinary event. Is it a miracle? Is there a natural explanation? What can history tell us? What can science investigate? And what does Catholic faith actually ask believers to accept? Rather than reducing Saint Januarius to a sensational mystery, this book takes you deeper-into the man behind the relic, the bishop behind the legend, and the martyr behind the centuries of devotion. Inside these pages, you will discover: The world of Saint Januarius and the Roman society in which Christianity faced increasing persecution.His life and ministry as a bishop, and the pastoral responsibility that came with leading Christians during a dangerous period.The traditions surrounding his arrest, imprisonment, companions, and martyrdom, with careful attention to the difference between historical evidence and later tradition.The story of his relics and their connection with the Christian communities of southern Italy and Naples.The mysterious blood tradition that transformed Saint Januarius into one of the most recognizable Catholic saints associated with a relic.The relationship between faith, science, history, and mystery, without pretending that every question has an easy answer.The spiritual lessons of a martyr whose greatest witness was not an extraordinary phenomenon, but his faithfulness to Christ.Practical reflections for modern Christians facing fear, pressure, uncertainty, compromise, and the temptation to remain silent.A concluding prayer through the intercession of Saint Januarius, inviting courage, perseverance, humility, and deeper trust in God.This is more than a book about mysterious blood. It is a journey into the life of a shepherd who became a martyr, a martyr who became a saint, and a saint whose memory continues to inspire millions. The mystery may be what first catches your attention. But the man behind the mystery is what you will remember. Open these pages and discover the story of Saint Januarius-a bishop who faced persecution, a martyr who refused to abandon Christ, and a saint whose mysterious relic continues to raise questions centuries after his death. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - The Achaemenid Persian Empire governed territories so vast and culturally diverse that earlier kingdoms could scarcely imagine them. Its rulers maintained authority not through constant conquest alone, but through administrative systems capable of integrating languages, religions, and regional elites across enormous distances.This book examines the structure of Persian imperial administration during the height of Achaemenid power. Satrapies divided the empire into governable provinces overseen by officials responsible for taxation, security, and communication with the royal court. Roads, messengers, and centralized record systems allowed Persian kings to project authority from Egypt through Mesopotamia toward Central Asia and India.The narrative also explores how imperial flexibility strengthened political stability. Local traditions often remained intact under Persian rule as long as tribute, military obligations, and loyalty to the monarchy were preserved. This balance between centralized authority and regional autonomy enabled one of antiquity's most durable imperial systems.Persia emerges here not simply as a military superpower, but as a sophisticated experiment in governing a multinational empire through bureaucracy, diplomacy, and strategic tolerance.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - This book investigates how ordinary women turned into silent engines of Allied resistance, tracing the lives of female spies whose courage outstripped the recognition they ever received. It follows the paths of women who moved through occupied Europe and behind enemy lines, using their perceived invisibility as cover while orchestrating sabotage, transmitting codes, and guiding resistance cells under constant threat of capture and execution. Drawing on archives from the SOE, OSS, and national intelligence services, the book reconstructs the practical machinery of wartime espionage: how women were recruited, trained, and disguised; how they navigated networks, radios, and dead drop operations; and how they survived interrogation, betrayal, and long imprisonment when their missions failed. It also examines the gendered imaginaries of 'virago,' 'mascot,' and 'housewife' that shaped both their deployment and the postwar amnesia surrounding their stories, showing how official narratives deliberately minimized female agency in favor of sanitized, male centric hero myths.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Adaptive leadership is no longer a soft alternative to authority. It is becoming a practical response to teams that expect clarity, dignity, and participation while still needing direction.This book examines leadership as a system of human potential, communication rhythm, and decision quality. Empathy is treated not as emotional warmth, but as a managerial sensor: a way to detect friction before it becomes disengagement.It explores how modern leaders translate listening into structure, how feedback becomes a coordination tool, and how authority changes when younger employees question distance, hierarchy, and unclear expectations.The central question is not whether leadership should become more human. It is whether organizations can make human-centered leadership operational without losing accountability.For European companies facing talent scarcity, hybrid work, and cultural diversity, the implications are strategic. Leadership becomes a question of leverage, not charisma.…

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Noch bevor neue Grenzen gezeichnet waren, veränderte sich bereits das Gleichgewicht eines ganzen Kontinents. Die Expedition von Lewis und Clark erschien in vielen indigenen Regionen nicht als wissenschaftliche Reise, sondern als Vorzeichen dauerhafter politischer Eingriffe in bestehende Handelsräume und Bündnisse.Auf Grundlage neuer Archivquellen rekonstruiert dieses Buch die diplomatischen Begegnungen zwischen amerikanischen Offizieren und Native-American-Konföderationen entlang der großen Flusssysteme Nordamerikas. Im Mittelpunkt stehen Verhandlungen über Waren, Durchreise und Machtansprüche nach dem Louisiana Purchase. Die Expedition brachte Geschenke, Karten und militärische Symbole zugleich mit sich. Viele indigene Gruppen reagierten mit vorsichtiger Kooperation, andere mit wachsendem Misstrauen gegenüber den Absichten der jungen Vereinigten Staaten.Neben kulturellen Spannungen beschreibt die Darstellung auch die praktischen Abhängigkeiten der Expedition. Ohne lokale Kenntnisse über Klima, Jagdgebiete und Wasserwege wäre das Unternehmen mehrfach gescheitert. Gerade diese Abhängigkeit offenbart den Widerspruch zwischen amerikanischem Souveränitätsanspruch und tatsächlicher Verwundbarkeit vor Ort.Die Reise markierte keinen klaren Beginn amerikanischer Kontrolle, sondern einen langen Prozess politischer Verschiebungen, deren Folgen bis in die Erinnerungskultur Nordamerikas reichen. …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Noch bevor neue Grenzen gezeichnet waren, veränderte sich bereits das Gleichgewicht eines ganzen Kontinents. Die Expedition von Lewis und Clark erschien in vielen indigenen Regionen nicht als wissenschaftliche Reise, sondern als Vorzeichen dauerhafter politischer Eingriffe in bestehende Handelsräume und Bündnisse.Auf Grundlage neuer Archivquellen rekonstruiert dieses Buch die diplomatischen Begegnungen zwischen amerikanischen Offizieren und Native-American-Konföderationen entlang der großen Flusssysteme Nordamerikas. Im Mittelpunkt stehen Verhandlungen über Waren, Durchreise und Machtansprüche nach dem Louisiana Purchase. Die Expedition brachte Geschenke, Karten und militärische Symbole zugleich mit sich. Viele indigene Gruppen reagierten mit vorsichtiger Kooperation, andere mit wachsendem Misstrauen gegenüber den Absichten der jungen Vereinigten Staaten.Neben kulturellen Spannungen beschreibt die Darstellung auch die praktischen Abhängigkeiten der Expedition. Ohne lokale Kenntnisse über Klima, Jagdgebiete und Wasserwege wäre das Unternehmen mehrfach gescheitert. Gerade diese Abhängigkeit offenbart den Widerspruch zwischen amerikanischem Souveränitätsanspruch und tatsächlicher Verwundbarkeit vor Ort.Die Reise markierte keinen klaren Beginn amerikanischer Kontrolle, sondern einen langen Prozess politischer Verschiebungen, deren Folgen bis in die Erinnerungskultur Nordamerikas reichen. …

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Navigating the path to recovery after joint surgery can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be walked alone. Made to Move Again offers a steady, compassionate guide for those preparing for or recovering from joint surgery. With over twenty years of experience as a rehabilitation educator, Dr. Gideon Hart presents a unique, non-clinical companion that addresses not just the physical challenges, but the emotional and practical ones as well.This book is more than a medical manual; it's a trusted friend in your journey back to movement and independence. From understanding your surgery options and preparing emotionally for the road ahead to rebuilding strength and regaining daily activities, each chapter is designed to provide clarity, support, and reassurance.Whether you're just starting to consider surgery or are in the midst of recovery, Made to Move Again is the guide you need. Dr. Hart's personal insights, combined with real-life patient stories, create a blueprint for regaining the confidence and freedom to live life to the fullest once again.NOTE: This book is a must-have for all individuals preparing for or recovering from any of the following kind of joint surgeries Knee surgeryHip surgeryAnkle surgeryFoot surgeryShoulder surgeryElbow surgeryWrist surgeryHand/finger surgerySpine surgery (cervical spine or neck joints surgery, thoracic spine surgery, lumbar spine surgery) and all kinds of joint surgeries This book is also suitable for caregivers, and anyone who wishes to know about joint surgeries GET YOUR COPY OF THIS BOOK TODAY! This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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