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  • Socialism Looks Forward

    by John Strachey ...
    The author and politician analyzes the troubled state of Britain's post–World War II political and economic systems, and proposes a solution.When World War II ended for Great Britain in 1945, MP John Strachey wondered what he and his country were going to do with the freedom they had fought for and won. The men who ran the country before the war had taken England so far down the road to disaster ... Read more

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  • The Adventure of Living : a Subjective Autobiography

    An Introspective Journey Through Life's Adventures

    by John St. Loe Strachey ...
    In "The Adventure of Living: A Subjective Autobiography," John St. Loe Strachey offers an introspective examination of his life, blending personal narrative with broader philosophical musings. Strachey'Äôs literary style deftly intertwines vivid imagery and reflective prose, allowing readers to navigate the complexities of existence alongside him. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century ... Read more

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  • Dog Stories from the "Spectator"

    by John St. Loe Strachey ...
    "Dog Stories from the 'Spectator'," edited by John St. Loe Strachey, is a delightful anthology of heartwarming and amusing tales about dogs, originally published in The Spectator magazine. The collection brings together a wide range of anecdotes submitted by readers, celebrating the intelligence, loyalty, and unique personalities of dogs. These stories capture the deep bond between humans and ... Read more

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  • The Adventure of Living : a Subjective Autobiography

    by John St. Loe Strachey ...
    In "The Adventure of Living: A Subjective Autobiography," John St. Loe Strachey intricately weaves a narrative that transcends mere chronology, delving into the rich tapestry of his personal experiences, thoughts, and reflections. Strachey employs a lyrical prose style, blending introspection with social commentary, offering readers a glimpse into early 20th-century British society. His keen ... Read more

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  • The Adventure of Living: a Subjective Autobiography

    by John St. Loe Strachey ...
    The Adventure of Living: A Subjective Autobiography by John St. Loe Strachey is a reflective memoir that explores the author’s experiences and insights from a life dedicated to journalism and public service. Strachey, a prominent figure in British journalism and the editor of the influential Spectator, shares personal anecdotes that span various aspects of his life, including his upbringing, ... Read more

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  • The Adventure of Living: a Subjective Autobiography

    by John St. Loe Strachey ...
    TO MY WIFE You who know something of the irony of life in general, and still more of it in the present particular, will not be surprised that, having made two strict rules for my guidance in the writing of this book, I break them both in the first page! Indeed, I can hear you say, though without any touch of the satirical, that it was only natural that I should do so. The first of my two rules, ... Read more

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  • Dog Stories from the "Spectator"

    Being anecdotes of the intelligence, reasoning power, affection and sympathy of dogs, selected from the correspondence columns of "The Spectator"

    by Various ...
    "Dog Stories from the 'Spectator'" presents a curated anthology of canine tales that encapsulate the whimsical and often profound relationship between humans and their four-legged companions, as portrayed in the esteemed pages of the 'Spectator.' This collection, rich in literary charm and wit, showcases a variety of narrative styles, from poignant reflections to humorous anecdotes, reflecting the ... Read more

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  • A Student In Arms Vol. I

    by Donald Hankey ...
    Series series A Student in Arms
    After Donald Hankey returned home from a posting with the Royal Garrison Artillery in Mauritius, following a serious bout of illness, it seemed as though he was destined for a career in the Church. Finding the clergy schools to be too stultifying, he set to work in missionary positions in the most impoverished communities in the east of London. As the First World War began to take its ominous toll ... Read more

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    **This instant New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller from one of the world’s leading economists offers a grand narrative of the century that made us richer than ever, but left us unsatisfied.“A magisterial history.” —Paul KrugmanNamed a Best Book of the Year by Financial Times * Economist * Fast Company**Before 1870, humanity lived in dire poverty, with a slow crawl of invention offset ... Read more

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  • Three Men in a Boat (illustrated) + Three Men on the Bummel + Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow: The best of Jerome K. Jerome

    by Jerome K. Jerome ...
    This carefully crafted ebook: “Three Men in a Boat (illustrated) + Three Men on the Bummel + Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow: The best of Jerome K. Jerome” contains 3 books in one volume and is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.Three Men in a Boat, published in 1889, is a humorous account by Jerome K. Jerome. It is a story of three men, accompanied by a ... Read more

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  • All Things Considered

    by G. K. Chesterton ...
    G.K. Chesterton was an English writer often referred to as "the prince of paradox." Chesterton wrote on a variety of different subjects including mystery fiction, religion, and literary critiques. Chesterton is best known for creating the priest-detective Father Brown and the popular book Orthodoxy. ... Read more

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  • Keynes Hayek: The Clash that Defined Modern Economics

    The Clash that Defined Modern Economics

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    “I defy anybody—Keynesian, Hayekian, or uncommitted—to read [Wapshott’s] work and not learn something new.”—John Cassidy, The New YorkerAs the stock market crash of 1929 plunged the world into turmoil, two men emerged with competing claims on how to restore balance to economies gone awry. John Maynard Keynes, the mercurial Cambridge economist, believed that government had a duty to spend when ... Read more

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