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Why did humans abandon hunting and gathering for sedentary communities dependent on livestock and cereal grains and governed by precursors of today's states? Most people believe that plant and animal domestication allowed humans, finally, to settle down and form agricultural villages, towns, and states, which made possible civilization, law, public order, and a presumably secure way of living. But archaeological and historical evidence challenges this narrative.

During extraordinary moments of consciousness - shock, meditative states and sudden mystical revelations, out-of-body experiences, or drug intoxication - our senses of time and self are altered; we may even feel time and self dissolving. These experiences have long been ignored by mainstream science. Recent research, however, has located the neural underpinnings of these altered states of mind. In this book, neuropsychologist Marc Wittmann reveals how experiences that disturb or widen our everyday understanding of the self can help solve the mystery of consciousness.

States is a platform for artists and thinkers from around the world to grapple with today’s biggest questions. The title pays homage to the American cultural landscape–the podcast’s primary analytical focus–and to the many "states" of contemporary thought and creation that come into play in each discussion. States is a podcast from Villa Albertine, a cultural institution that builds news kinds of exchange between the US and the French-speaking world. Each episode in the first series, “Coast to Coast” is a conversation with a different creator at the end of their Villa ...

Nuclear proliferation, Zionism, and the global economy are just a few of the insightful and surprisingly prescient topics scientist Albert Einstein discusses in this volume of collected essays from between 1931 and 1950. Written with a clear voice and a thoughtful perspective on the effects of science, economics, and politics in daily life, Einstein’s writings provide an intriguing view inside the mind of a genius addressing the philosophical challenges of the Depression, the Second World War, and more.

When the United States entered World War I on April 6, 1917, a pioneering group of experimental psychologists came together to explore the potential of psychological services in the military. As their plans evolved, so too did the scope and responsibilities of their work. This report details the methods and outcomes of psychological examining within the U.S. Army. Divided into three parts, Part I presents the official history of the services development and operations during the war, complete with reproductions of original materials used. Part II offers a thorough overview of the preparation ...

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From the award-winning author of Creep comes a powerful book by a writer at the peak of her powers—at once a love letter to California and a literary tour de force that tells the story of resilience and reclamation through a relationship with plants, memory, myth, and indigenous knowledge...

More than 12,000 years ago, in one of the greatest triumphs of prehistory, humans colonized North America, a continent that was then truly a new world. Just when and how they did so has been one of the most perplexing and controversial questions in archaeology.

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This compelling 1942 Army manual, created during World War II, features firsthand accounts from soldiers on the front lines, sharing their unique experiences in combat. Organized by subject, each entry includes the soldier’s name, location, and a poignant quote. General George C. Marshall introduces the manual with a powerful message The purpose of ‘Combat Lessons’ is to provide our officers and enlisted men with the invaluable battle experiences of their comrades. To maximize impact, these lessons must be shared without delay. While they may not reflect the War Departments official ...

The US national space policy aims to harness and expand our nations capabilities in space to achieve vital political, scientific, and security goals. Establishing a manned outpost on the Moon will not only showcase the United States leadership in space exploration but will also lay the groundwork for future lunar operations and support other US space initiatives. - Summary from the text (1959)

In the 2012 edition of its flagship report, Worldwatch celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the 1992 Earth Summit with a far-reaching analysis of progress toward building sustainable economies. Written and read in clear language, State of the World 2012 offers a new perspective on what changes and policies will be necessary to make sustainability a permanent feature of the world's economies.

Natural disasters and the dire effects of climate change cause massive population displacements and lead to some of the most intractable political and humanitarian challenges seen today. Yet, as Maria Cristina Garcia observes in this critical history of U.S. policy on migration in the Global South, there is actually no such thing as a "climate refugee" under current U.S. law. Most initiatives intended to assist those who must migrate are flawed and ineffective from inception because they are derived from outmoded policies. In a world of climate change, U.S. refugee policy simply does not work.

Join us on a hilarious journey through American history, from the first European settlements to the Civil War. Packed with the authors sharp wit and an abundance of sarcastic humor, this book offers a refreshingly entertaining take on historical events. Youll discover a unique blend of facts and comical embellishments that will keep you laughing while you learn. (Summary by Allyson Hester)

An inspirational argument for the creation of a new pilgrimage tradition in the United States. Pilgrimage is a sacred tradition that has existed around the world for centuries. Every year, more than one hundred million devotees from different cultures and faiths embark on journeys to such holy...

In 2023, the Supreme Court made one of its most devastating rulings in environmental history. By narrowing the legal definition of "waters of the United States" (WOTUS), the court opened the floodgates to unregulated pollution. But while tremendously consequential, the decision was also simply the latest in a long series of battles over WOTUS, and which rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, wetlands, and perhaps even farm fields were to be protected by the Clean Water Act of 1972. Waters of the United States is an unprecedented exploration of this history.

Charles Austin Beard stands as one of the most pivotal American historians of the early 20th century, having penned hundreds of influential monographs, textbooks, and interpretive studies in history and political science. A proud graduate of DePauw University in 1898, he met and later married Mary Ritter Beard, a trailblazer in womens rights and one of the founders of Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of their works were collaborative efforts, reflecting their shared passions for feminism and labor movements, as seen in her notable book, *Woman as a Force in History* (1946). In 1921, the Beards released...

Charles Beard stands as one of the most influential American historians of the early 20th century, having authored a vast array of monographs, textbooks, and interpretive studies spanning both history and political science. A graduate of DePauw University in 1898, he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, a pioneer in womens advocacy and one of the founders of Kappa Alpha Theta, the first Greek-letter society for women. Together, they co-authored many significant works, blending their interests in feminism and labor movements. In 1921, they released their landmark textbook, *History of ...

Charles Beard stands as one of the most influential American historians of the early 20th century, having authored a vast array of monographs, textbooks, and interpretive studies in history and political science. A proud graduate of DePauw University in 1898, he met and married Mary Ritter Beard, a pioneering figure in womens rights and a co-founder of Kappa Alpha Theta, the first Greek-letter society for women. Together, they published their landmark textbook, History of the United States, in 1921. A contemporary review praised the Beards for their innovative approach, noting that they ...

Welcome to State of the Earth, the podcast from the Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Exeter, Cornwall. Where we explore the issues shaping our planet’s future and take a look at the ways in which we can make a positive difference – through advances in technology and engineering, conservation science, health and social policy, business management, ecosystem ecology, and more. Each episode features thought-provoking interviews with experts from our community at the Graduate School of Environment and Sustainability.