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The Child in Primitive Society

by Nathan Miller ...

Series series Routledge Revivals
First published in 1928, The Child in Primitive Society examines the place of the child in the history of the less developed societies reaching back as close to social “origins” as is possible. The purpose here is not to enquire into the inner processes of learning, habit formation and acculturation in the child himself, but our aim is rather to examine the social milieu as it impinges upon the ... Read more

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First published in 1928, The Child in Primitive Society examines the place of the child in the history of the less developed societies reaching back as close to social “origins” as is possible. The purpose here is not to enquire into the inner processes of learning, habit formation and acculturation in the child himself, but our aim is rather to examine the social milieu as it impinges upon the
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New World Coming

The 1920s and the Making of Modern America

by Nathan Miller ...

Narrated by Lloyd James ...

Unabridged

18 hours 32 min

Jazz, bootleggers, flappers, talkies, Model T Fords, Lindbergh's history-making flight over the Atlantic—the 1920s was also the decade of the hard-won vote for women, racial injustice, censorship, social conflict, and the birth of organized crime. With scandal and crime the lifeblood of the tabloids, it was the time when the culture of celebrity and sensationalism took root and journalism became ... Read more

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Jazz, bootleggers, flappers, talkies, Model T Fords, Lindbergh's history-making flight over the Atlantic—the 1920s was also the decade of the hard-won vote for women, racial injustice, censorship, social conflict, and the birth of organized crime. With scandal and crime the lifeblood of the tabloids, it was the time when the culture of celebrity and sensationalism took root and journalism became
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The U.S. Navy

A History: Third Edition

by Nathan Miller ...

Since 1977 Nathan Miller's concise history of the U.S. Navy has been the standard historical survey read by plebes at the U.S. Naval Academy. Now this highly readable account of the navy, its men and women, ships and aircraft, wars and politics, and the role all played in the creation and protection of the United States has been revised, updated, and made available to the general public in a handy ... Read more

$9.79 USD

Since 1977 Nathan Miller's concise history of the U.S. Navy has been the standard historical survey read by plebes at the U.S. Naval Academy. Now this highly readable account of the navy, its men and women, ships and aircraft, wars and politics, and the role all played in the creation and protection of the United States has been revised, updated, and made available to the general public in a handy
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Broadsides

The Age of Fighting Sail, 1775-1815

by Nathan Miller ...

Praise for BROADSIDES"Pace the pitching black deck with a sleepless Admiral Nelson the night before battle bestows eternal rest and peerless immortality upon him; envision with Mahan the storm-tossed and ever-watchful ships-of-the-line that kept England secure from invasion; wonder in awe at Collingwood's dedication in working himself to death after Trafalgar elevated him to primary responsibility ... Read more

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Praise for BROADSIDES"Pace the pitching black deck with a sleepless Admiral Nelson the night before battle bestows eternal rest and peerless immortality upon him; envision with Mahan the storm-tossed and ever-watchful ships-of-the-line that kept England secure from invasion; wonder in awe at Collingwood's dedication in working himself to death after Trafalgar elevated him to primary responsibility
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Star-Spangled Men

America's Ten Worst Presidents

by Nathan Miller ...

Picking America's best presidents is easy. George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Franklin D. Roosevelt usually lead the list, But choosing the nation's worst presidents requires more thought. In Star-Spangled Men, respected presidential biographer Nathan Miller puts on display those leaders who were abject failures as chief executive. With pointed humor and a deft hand, he presents a rogues' ... Read more

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Picking America's best presidents is easy. George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Franklin D. Roosevelt usually lead the list, But choosing the nation's worst presidents requires more thought. In Star-Spangled Men, respected presidential biographer Nathan Miller puts on display those leaders who were abject failures as chief executive. With pointed humor and a deft hand, he presents a rogues'
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New World Coming

The 1920s and the Making of Modern America

by Nathan Miller ...

Series series 20th Century United States History
A vibrant, fast-paced exploration of the pivotal and dynamic 1920s era, focusing on many of the colorful characters of the time and on three presidents: Harding, Coolidge, and Hoover.The images of the 1920s have been indelibly imprinted on the American imagination: jazz, bootleggers, flappers, talkies, the Model T Ford, Babe Ruth, Charles Lindbergh's history-making flight over the Atlantic. But it ... Read more

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A vibrant, fast-paced exploration of the pivotal and dynamic 1920s era, focusing on many of the colorful characters of the time and on three presidents: Harding, Coolidge, and Hoover.The images of the 1920s have been indelibly imprinted on the American imagination: jazz, bootleggers, flappers, talkies, the Model T Ford, Babe Ruth, Charles Lindbergh's history-making flight over the Atlantic. But it
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The Official Librarian

Bessy's Back!

by Nathan Miller ...

Beware of GIANT CATS!!!Did you ever have one of those days when everything seemed to go wrong?Well, if you have you can relate to Bessy Beebody.Her name might sound silly, but she takes her new job very seriously.After having a tough time getting to work and meeting a boss who reminds her of Santa, Bessy struggles to get her school library that has been left in a mess cleaned up and in order ... Read more

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Beware of GIANT CATS!!!Did you ever have one of those days when everything seemed to go wrong?Well, if you have you can relate to Bessy Beebody.Her name might sound silly, but she takes her new job very seriously.After having a tough time getting to work and meeting a boss who reminds her of Santa, Bessy struggles to get her school library that has been left in a mess cleaned up and in order
... Read more
A View from the Buggy

True and Inspiring Stories of the Amish Life

by Jerry S. Eicher, Nathan Miller ...

Most of us want a simpler life, and there’s no better example of the simple life than found among the Amish. But what is it really like to be Amish?In this delightful compilation of stories by more than 30 Amish men and women, you’ll get the inside story on the daily life of Amish families. With humor, grace, and charm, these “plain” people tell their stories; bringing tears, laughter, and an ... Read more

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Most of us want a simpler life, and there’s no better example of the simple life than found among the Amish. But what is it really like to be Amish?In this delightful compilation of stories by more than 30 Amish men and women, you’ll get the inside story on the daily life of Amish families. With humor, grace, and charm, these “plain” people tell their stories; bringing tears, laughter, and an
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The Index Fund Wealth Builder Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle

The Index Fund Solution and Index Fund Investing

by Leo Miller, Nathan Lyons ...

Narrated by Deedee Ash ...

Unabridged

1 hour 22 min

The Index Fund Wealth Builder Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: The Index Fund Solution and Index Fund InvestingUnlock the secrets to building long-term wealth with The Index Fund Wealth BuilderBundle, a comprehensive 2-in-1 audiobook collection designed to guide you through thepowerful world of index fund investing. This bundle includes two essential audiobooks:The Index Fund Solution and Index Fund ... Read more

$25.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Index Fund Wealth Builder Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: The Index Fund Solution and Index Fund InvestingUnlock the secrets to building long-term wealth with The Index Fund Wealth BuilderBundle, a comprehensive 2-in-1 audiobook collection designed to guide you through thepowerful world of index fund investing. This bundle includes two essential audiobooks:The Index Fund Solution and Index Fund
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To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause

The Many Lives of the Soviet Dissident Movement

by Benjamin Nathans ...

Narrated by Rich Miller ...

Unabridged

23 hours 55 min

A gripping history of the Soviet dissident movement, which hastened the end of the USSR—and still provides a model of opposition in Putin’s RussiaBeginning in the 1960s, the Soviet Union was unexpectedly confronted by a dissident movement that captured the world’s imagination. Demanding that the Kremlin obey its own laws, an improbable band of Soviet citizens held unauthorized public gatherings, ... Read more

$29.99 USD

A gripping history of the Soviet dissident movement, which hastened the end of the USSR—and still provides a model of opposition in Putin’s RussiaBeginning in the 1960s, the Soviet Union was unexpectedly confronted by a dissident movement that captured the world’s imagination. Demanding that the Kremlin obey its own laws, an improbable band of Soviet citizens held unauthorized public gatherings,
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Little Visits with Great Americans

The True Stories and Life Lessons by Famous and Most Influential People of the Time (Vol. 1&2)

by Jacob Gould Schurman, Theodore Roosevelt, Ella Wheeler Wilcox, Helen Keller, William Dean Howells, Goldwin Smith, James Whitcomb Riley, John Burroughs, Andrew Carnegie, John Philip Sousa, Russell H. Conwell, Mrs. Burton Harrison, Frederic Remington, Edwin Markham, Chauncey M. Depew, John Wanamaker, Samuel Gompers, Charles Dana Gibson, Homer Davenport, Marshall P. Wilder, Thomas Alva Edison, Hiram Stevens Maxim, Hazen S. Pingree, Marshall Field, Sir Thomas Lipton, Darius Ogden Mills, Russell Sage, Lyman Judson Gage, Cornelius Vanderbilt, Robert C. Clowry, Herbert H. Vreeland, Nelson A. Miles, Joseph H. Choate, Jonathan P. Dolliver, Thomas C. Platt, Tom L. Johnson, General Lew Wallace, Edwin Austin Abbey, Alice Barber Stephens, Frederick Burr Opper, F. Wellington Ruckstuhl, Henry Merwin Shrady, Helen Miller Gould, Nathan Strauss, Frank W. Gunsaulus, Robert Collyer, Robert Laird Borden, S. N. Parent, Andrew G. Blair, James Loudon, Sir William C. Van Horne, Samuel Jones, Philip D. Armour, John B. Herreshoff, Lillian Nordica ...

In the richly diverse anthology 'Little Visits with Great Americans,' readers are invited to explore the multifaceted tapestry of thought and creativity that defined American literature and culture at the turn of the 20th century. The collection boasts an extraordinary array of styles and genres, from poignant poetry to incisive essays and stirring speeches. Among its most compelling themes are ... Read more

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In the richly diverse anthology 'Little Visits with Great Americans,' readers are invited to explore the multifaceted tapestry of thought and creativity that defined American literature and culture at the turn of the 20th century. The collection boasts an extraordinary array of styles and genres, from poignant poetry to incisive essays and stirring speeches. Among its most compelling themes are
... Read more
Aging Heroes

Growing Old in Popular Culture

by Patrice M. Buzzanell, Paul Haridakis, Caryn E. Neumann, A. Bowdoin Van Riper, Jace Allen, Suzy D’Enbeau, Athena du Pré, Itir Erhart, Hande Eslen-Ziya, Amanda Gallagher, Dustin Bradley Goltz, Emily S. Kinsky, Mei-Chen Lin, Carlos D. Morrison, Ayoleke David Okeowo, Barbara Cook Overton, Anna Thompson Hajdik, Jacqueline Allen Trimble, Kathleen M. Turner, Ryan M. Lescure, Salvador Jiménez Murguía, Guillaume de Syon, Nathan Miczo, Cynthia J. Miller, Loretta L. Pecchioni, Gust A. Yep ...

Despite the increasing number and variety of older characters appearing in film, television, comics, and other popular culture, much of the understanding of these figures has been limited to outdated stereotypes of aging. These include depictions of frailty, resistance to modern life, and mortality. More importantly, these stereotypes influence the daily lives of aging adults, as well as how ... Read more

$80.99 USD

Despite the increasing number and variety of older characters appearing in film, television, comics, and other popular culture, much of the understanding of these figures has been limited to outdated stereotypes of aging. These include depictions of frailty, resistance to modern life, and mortality. More importantly, these stereotypes influence the daily lives of aging adults, as well as how
... Read more

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