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F. Scott Fitzgerald’s unsparing portrait of wealth and want in the Jazz Age comes vividly to life in this intimate performance by JOHN RIDDLE. Anson Hunter is born to fifteen million—and to the conviction that he is different. Brilliant, charming, and fatally proud, he falls for the sincere...

"The Pineal Gland: The Eye of God" by Manly P. Hall is an insightful exploration into the mystical and esoteric significance of the pineal gland, often revered as the human body's spiritual epicenter or "third eye." In this profound work, Hall delves into a variety of spiritual, philosophical, and historical perspectives, illustrating the pineal gland's portrayal as a vital link between the physical and metaphysical realms.

"The Art of Worldly Wisdom" is a timeless guidebook to navigating life's challenges with wisdom and prudence. Composed of 300 concise aphorisms, this work by Spanish Jesuit philosopher Baltasar Gracián offers practical advice on topics ranging from social interaction to personal development.

What is engineering for: private profit or the public good? In this incisive essay from *Civilization in the United States*, mechanical engineer O. S. Beyer, Jr. examines the transformation of American engineering and the economic forces reshaping the profession. Beyer traces the field from its...

The Communist Manifesto, written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels and translated into English by Samuel Moore in 1888 under Engels’ supervision, is one of the most influential political texts in modern history. Originally published in 1848, this concise manifesto lays out the principles of communism, the theory of historical materialism, and the role of class struggle as the driving force of history. Marx and Engels call for the working class to unite against capitalist oppression and envision a future society free from class divisions.

"Quotations from Chairman Mao Tse-Tung," commonly known as the "Little Red Book," is a seminal work that offers a glimpse into the philosophies and ideologies of one of the most influential figures in modern history, Mao Zedong. Comprising approximately 200 pages, this book is a collection of excerpts from Mao's speeches, writings, and interviews, meticulously curated to convey his revolutionary thoughts.

A bracing, clear-eyed tour of America through British eyes, As An Englishman Sees It weighs the promise and perils of a nation in the wake of war and on the cusp of modernity. Henry L. Stuart begins with a striking scene in Paris and expands it into a provocative thesis: the United States and...

First published in 1910, this classic book is considered Ehret's health masterpiece. He explains how to successfully conduct and complete a fast in order to gain maximum strength and energy for joyful living. Also included are essays based on Ehret's teachings by Fred Hirsch and long-time devotee Teresa Mitchell.

What transformed American business from simple trade into one of the most powerful forces in modern life? In Business, influential journalist and economic thinker Garet Garrett traces the extraordinary development of American commerce from the colonial era to the rise of corporations, mass...

What is history really for? In History, acclaimed historian Hendrik Willem van Loon delivers a sharp, witty, and provocative examination of the way Americans understand—or fail to understand—the past. Writing in the aftermath of the First World War, Van Loon challenges the dry, academic...

What happens when medicine's reputation for scientific authority exceeds the science behind its practice? Written during a transformative period in American medicine, Medicine is a provocative and fiercely skeptical examination of doctors, medical science, public health, and the rapidly changing...

What makes a nation scientific: its inventions, or its willingness to pursue knowledge without an immediate profit? In this incisive essay from *Civilization in the United States*, anthropologist Robert H. Lowie examines America’s complicated relationship with scientific achievement. Lowie...

What does America call play? Mostly watching someone else do it. In this sharp and irreverent essay from *Civilization in the United States*, celebrated humorist and sportswriter Ring W. Lardner turns his attention to America’s passionate—and often contradictory—relationship with athletics...

A haunted house. A murdered physician. A bridegroom found holding the smoking gun. George Uhlman has reluctantly agreed to watch over his niece, Dorothy McGregor, as she prepares to marry young physician Lewis Parker. His stay at Fort House should be uneventful—but the gloomy North Carolina...

You are in possession of one of humans most ever jealously guarded treasures! This knowledge has been passed down, not written, but verbally through the ages. Since ancient times men has insatiably searched for answers, and during the early times of our consciousness on this planet, we had a purer mind and body, which allowed us to discern things better, with more agility and clarity, during which we were able to obtain the awareness to how certain things work.

Bitcoin is a free open-source peer-to-peer electronic cash system that is completely decentralized, without the need for a central server or trusted parties. Users hold the crypto keys to their own money and transact directly with each other, with the help of a P2P network to check for double-spending.

"Shots Fired in Anger" by Lt. Col. John George is a compelling memoir and technical analysis from the front lines of the Burma campaign during World War II. Drawing upon his personal experiences, George provides an insightful narrative that offers a detailed look at the challenges and realities of combat against the Japanese forces. Not merely a collection of war stories, the book stands out for its in-depth evaluation of the small arms and weaponry used in the conflict, blending historical significance with technical expertise.

Written in the form of a letter to her granddaughter, the author of this little book describes her plantation childhood, her marriage and parenthood, and her experiences during the Civil War and Reconstruction. In response to what she believed were misconceptions about antebellum Southern slavery, she argues that while some slaveholders were cruel, the majority were conscientious about the well-being of their servants and looked upon them as members of the household.

Drawing from extensive psychiatric expertise and historical examples, Meerloo explores the vulnerabilities of the human mind to external influences, shedding light on the profound impact of social dynamics on shaping beliefs and perceptions. With profound insights into the roots of mass hysteria, indoctrination, and ideological fanaticism, "Delusion and Mass Delusion" remains a timeless exploration of the complexities of human psychology and societal behavior.

The book containing the Constitution of the Confederate States of America serves as a pivotal historical document, encapsulating the legal and governmental framework intended to govern the Confederacy during the American Civil War (1861-1865).