Publication date: 1992-10-08
Review Hannah Arendt (Fontana Modern Masters) / Fontana Press:
Publication date: 2006-09-15
Review Thomas Jefferson: Reputation and Legacy / Edinburgh University Press:
Publication date: 1992-03-30
Dewey code: 943.086092
List Price: $106.95
Price: $85.40
Review Hitler's Mind: A Plunge into Madness / Praeger Publishers:This unique book is a comprehensive analysis of Hitler written by a psychologist. The author goes beyond the prevalent Freudian interpretations of Hitler as the victim of a traumatic childhood by explaining the inner world of Hitler's ideas and visions as the product of his paranoia. This psychological analysis is framed by a poignant introduction, in which Schwaab reflects on his experience of growing up in Nazi Germany and by a personal afterword, in which the meaning of Nazism is placed within the context of current developments in a reunited Germany. The author discusses the impact of Hitler's exposure to both the political and anti-Semitic climate in his youthful days in Vienna and the subsequent experiences as a frontline soldier during the First World War. He then focuses on the depth of Hitler's disturbed mind in the grip of an obsession with the dangers of Jews and the compulsion to destroy them. Four stages in the progression of his paranoid mental disturbance are described. This fascinating volume will appeal to readers interested in psychology and history, as well as to scholars and students of Nazi Germany.
Publication date: 1994-12
Review Martin Luther King (Black Leaders in the Freedom Struggle S.) / Wholesaler Unique rescued for Dillons:
Authors
- Berniece Baker Miracle
- Mona Rae Miracle
Publication date: 1995-05
Review My Sister Marilyn: Memoir of Marilyn Monroe (ISIS Large Print) / ISIS Large Print Books:
Creator: Irene Gammel
Publication date: 2005-02-28
Dewey code: 810
List Price: $74.00
Price: $147.55
Review The Intimate Life of L.M. Montgomery / University of Toronto Press:Who ultimately is L. M. Montgomery, and why was there such an obsession with secrecy, hiding, and encoding in her life and fiction? Delving into the hidden life of Canada's most enigmatic writer, The Intimate Life of L. M. Montgomery answers these questions. The eleven essays illuminate Montgomery's personal writings and photographic self-portraits and probe the ways in which she actively shaped her life as a work of art. This is the first book to investigate Montgomery's personal writings, which filled thousands of pages in journals and a memoir, correspondence, scrapbooks, and photography. Using theories of autobiography and life writing, the essays probe the author's flair for the dramatic and her exuberance in costuming, while also exploring the personal facts behind some of her fiction, including the beloved Anne of Green Gables. Focussing on topics such as sexuality, depression, marriage, aging, illness, and writing, the essays strip away the layers of art and artifice that disguised Montgomery's most intensely guarded secrets, including details of her affair with Herman Leard, her marriage with Ewen Macdonald, and her friendships with Nora Lefurgey and Isabel Anderson. The book also includes rare photographs taken by Montgomery and others, many of which have not previously appeared in print. [+]One of the highlights of The Intimate Life of L. M. Montgomery is the inclusion of a secret diary that Montgomery wrote with Lefurgey in 1903. This hilarious document is a rare find, for Montgomery's teasing banter presents us with a new voice that is distinct from the sombre tone of her journals. Published here for the first time, more than 100 years after its composition, this diary is virtually unknown to readers and scholars and is a welcome addition to the literature on this important figure. This volume fills in many of the blanks surrounding Montgomery's personal life. Engaging and erudite, it is a boon for scholars and Montgomery fans alike.
Publication date: 1993-03
Dewey code: 940.5318
Review Anne Frank: Life in Hiding / Demco Media:
Publication date: 1820
Review Memoirs of the Private Life, Return, and Reign of Napoleon, in 1815. Volume II. / London: John Murray:
Creator: The Walt Disney Company
Edition: 1994
Publication date: 1994
Review Walt Disney Famous Quotes: Disney's Kingdom Editions (Purple 1994 Paperback Printing) / Disney's Kingdom:Walt Disney Famous Quotes: Disney's Kingdom Editions by Walt Disney, Dave Smith, Randy Bright, Rebecca Cline, Jennifer Hendrickson, Rose Motzko, Bob Schneider, Paula Sigman, Ed Squair, Robert Tieman, Disney's Kingdom, Walt Disney Theme Parks and Resorts, Walt Disney Attractions Merchandise, The Walt Disney Company. Purple 1994 Paperback Printing. 116 Pages. ISBN 048441271X. EAN 9780484412711. UPC 40012719002. MPN NC484S995. In English. Limited Collector's Edition.
Creator: Mark J. Rozell
Publication date: 2001-09-30
Dewey code: 973.4
List Price: $107.00
Price: $85.60
Review George Washington: Foundation of Presidential Leadership and Character / Praeger Publishers:Fishman, Pederson, Rozell, and their contributors examine the legacy of Washingtons presidency. Leading political scientists and historians describe and evaluate the impact of Washington's leadership on the institution of the presidency and on those who have since occupied the Oval Office. In the contemporary era of almost endless speculation about the role of character in presidential leadership, an analysis of Washington's character and the model he established is especially germane. The chapters provide diverse interpretations of the value of understanding Washington's leadership and the character of the modern presidency. Some of the scholars conclude that Washington indeed laid the foundation for good character and strong leadership in the presidency. Others take a more critical approach and see Washington, like many of his successors, as a fallible human being who possessed both character strengths and weaknesses. The lasting value of this analysis for political scientists, historians, and other students of the American presidency is that it demonstrates the continued vibrant debate over Washington's authentic legacy to the office.
Price: $85.55
Review Captain James Cook a Biography / NORTON:
Publication date: 2005-02-11
Dewey code: 813
List Price: $95.99
Price: $85.00
Review Rough Riders, The / IndyPublish:The advent of war with Spain was a glorious opportunity for forceful leadership not to be missed by the hotheaded young Theodore Roosevelt. He resigned his post as assistant-secretary of the Navy in April, 1898, and, despite the strong disapproval of family and friends, he joined the Army as Lt. Colonel of a regiment to be raised in the territories of Arizona, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. He ordered a uniform from Brooks Brothers, a dozen pairs of steel spectacles, “a couple of good, stout, quiet horses,” and he was off to train his volunteers at San Antonio. The Rough Riders were a most unusual regiment. Informal, independent, made up of ex-cowboys, Western bad men, and Ivy League graduates, Roosevelt’s troops made a poor impression on Army regulars but provided excellent copy for the nation’s newspapers. On July 22, 1898, this motley cavalry regiment waded ashore in Cuba, and before the summer was over the Rough Riders and their impatient, dynamic leader were familiar to virtually every household in the nation. Roosevelt was being considered for nomination to the governorship of New York, and his march to the Presidency had begun. From the time he left Washington to join his regiment for training in Texas to their triumphant return from Cuba, Roosevelt kept daily records of his thoughts and experiences. These jottings formed the basis of this book, by far the best firsthand story of the Spanish-American War. [+]Published in 1899 to instant acclaim, The Rough Riders is written with Roosevelt’s typical gusto. His writing is remarkable for his sure sense of personality and the spontaneity and directness of his prose. Reading the book, it is impossible not to sense the exhilaration of battle, or the moral purpose behind it all. The Rough Riders remains one of the great war stories of our time, and offers an invaluable look at one of the most colorful presidents of the United States.
Creator: Glyndwr Williams
Publication date: 2004-11-11
Dewey code: 910.92
List Price: $95.00
Price: $85.71
Review Captain Cook: Explorations and Reassessments (Regions and Regionalism in History) / Boydell Press:In the more than two hundred years since his death, Cook's reputation has been much discussed, opinion ranging from celebration of his achievement to more subjective assessments of the long-term implications of his voyages in those countries of the Pacific which he visited. The thirteen essays in this book, grouped in four sections, continue the debate. 'The Years in England' cover Cook's Whitby background and the part played by the Royal Society in the Pacific ventures of the period. 'The Pacific Voyages' investigates the clash between the Endeavour's crew and the Aborigines on the banks of the Endeavour River, the process by which Cook and his crews became 'Polynesianised', Cook's visit to the Hawaiian Islands, and his call at Nootka Sound, both on his final voyage. 'Captain Cook and his Contemporaries' views other European explorers in the Pacific, and concludes with an analysis of Russian attitudes towards Cook. 'The Legacy of Captain Cook' compares Cook's death on Hawaii with the later killing of a missionary on Eromanga, examines fluctuations in Cook's reputation, and describes life on board the replica of the Endeavour. GLYNDWR WILLIAMS is Emeritus Professor of History, Queen Mary & Westfield College, University of London. His many books include an edition of Captain Cook's Voyages, 1768-79, from the official accounts derived from Cook's journals.
Authors
- Sean Q Kelly
- Scott A. Frisch
List Price: $99.95
Price: $85.00
Review Jimmy Carter and the Water Wars: Presidential Influence and the Politics of Pork / Cambria Press:"So much of the literature on presidential influence on congressional voting relies on assertions and assumptions about presidential influence in Congress. This study measures actual presidential influence on a member by member basis. The discovery of the White House records on presidential calls to House members adds a whole new level of depth to our understanding of how the relatively unpopular Carter won those floor votes. This work adds broadly to the dynamics of presidential leadership in Congress. Jimmy Carter and the Water Wars makes a real contribution to the literature on presidential influence in Congress. " - Lance T. LeLoup, Edward R. Meyer Distinguished Professor of Political Science, Washington State University "Do you want to know how Washington really works? Read Frisch and Kelly's excellent and well-researched chronicle Jimmy Carter and the Water Wars. They bring to life the events surrounding a critical turning point in the Carter Presidency. This is required reading for anyone interested in presidential leadership in Congress. [+]" - Representative Butler Derrick, (D-South Carolina, retired) "Part political history, part political science, this engaging book does both well. Jimmy Carter and the Water Wars is an important addition to our understanding of the Carter presidency. It sheds new light on Carter's legislative leadership and, by focusing on the politics of pork, serves as a backdrop to ongoing debates over congressional expenditures. Combining qualitative and quantitative analysis, Frisch and Kelly not only tell a great story, but also systematically analyze the effect of Carter administration efforts to lobby members of Congress. The result is an important study of presidential influence in Congress. " - John Anthony Maltese, Albert Berry Saye Professor of Political Science, University of Georgia.
Creator: Seymour L. Benstock
Publication date: 1992-08-30
Dewey code: 780.92
List Price: $101.95
Price: $101.95
Review Johann Sebastian: A Tercentenary Celebration (Contributions to the Study of Music and Dance) / Greenwood Press:The genius of Johann Sebastian Bach transcends the boundaries of time, geography, and discipline. This collection of essays, the outgrowth of a conference held at Hofstra University, celebrates the tercentenary of the composer's birth. The contributors contend that Bach's influence extends far beyond his own life time and art form. They show the often unanticipated impact of his works in such diverse areas as literature, film, religion, and psychology. The wide-ranging articles offer theoretical analysis, biographical-musical interpretation, literary and religious explorations, and analyses of performance practice. They range from Howard Adams' discussion of how Bach contemporized scripture in his cantatas to Richard Spurgeon Hall's consideration of how Bach and Edwards viewed religious affections. Stephen Gottlieb assesses Bach's Musical Offering as an autobiographical work. Fritz Sammern-Frankenegg explores the expression of Bach's messages in the film work of Ingmar Bergman while the unlikely coupling of Bach and English author Aldous Huxley is reviewed by Sister Ann Edward Bennis. Charles M. Joseph suggests that the structure and pacing of selected Bach Praeludia reflect previously unseen architectural influences. [+]The convergence of musical expression and musical rhetoric in Bach's keyboard works are the subject of David Schulenberg while Don L. Smithers reconstructs the circumstances surrounding a performance of Bach's Leipzig Church Cantatas. This unique appeal of this volume lies in its presentation of a wide range of new and provocative scholarship. The exploration of new aspects of the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach is certain to interest anyone interested in his life, work, and influence.
Publication date: 2006-12-10
Review The Day the Music Ceased / Ashridge Press:
Creator: William B. Willcox
Publication date: 1973-09-10
List Price: $100.00
Price: $89.17
Review The Papers of Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 17: Volume 17, January 1, 1770 through December 31, 1770 (The Papers of Benjamin Franklin Series) / Yale University Press:
Publication date: 1983
Review Benjamin Franklin a Biography / RANDOM HOUSE:
Publication date: 1957
Review Democratic Roosevelt: A Biography of Franklin D. Roosevelt / DOUBLEDAY & COMPANY, INC.:
Creator: Frank J. Williams
Publication date: 2002-11
Dewey code: 973.702
List Price: $86.95
Price: $86.95
Review Franklin D. Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln: Competing Perspectives on Two Great Presidencies (M. E. Sharp Library of Franklin D. Roosevelt Studies) / M.E. Sharpe:Abraham Lincoln and Franklin D. Roosevelt are widely considered the two greatest presidents of the past two centuries. How did these two very different men rise to power, run their administrations, and achieve greatness? How did they set their policies, rally public opinion, and transform the nation? Were they ultimately more different or alike? This anthology compares these two presidents and presidencies, examining their legacies, leadership styles, and places in history.
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Volume II., Walt Disney Famous Quotes: Disney's Kingdom Editions (Purple 1994 Paperback Printing), George Washington: Foundation of Presidential Leadership and Character, Captain James Cook a Biography, Rough Riders, The, Captain Cook: Explorations and Reassessments (Regions and Regionalism in History), Jimmy Carter and the Water Wars: Presidential Influence and the Politics of Pork, Johann Sebastian: A Tercentenary Celebration (Contributions to the Study of Music and Dance), The Day the Music Ceased, The Papers of Benjamin Franklin, Vol. 17: Volume 17, January 1, 1770 through December 31, 1770 (The Papers of Benjamin Franklin Series), Benjamin Franklin a Biography, Democratic Roosevelt: A Biography of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln: Competing Perspectives on Two Great Presidencies (M. E. Sharp Library of Franklin D. Roosevelt Studies)Top headlines: Got man boobs? Boy bras are a hit in Japan: Who said bras are only for women? 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