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Myths and Mysteries of Oklahoma reveals the dark and ominous cloud
of mysteries and myths that hovers over the Sooner State. This book
offers residents, travelers, history buffs, and ghost hunters a
refreshingingly lively collection of stories about Oklahoma's
unsolved murders, legendary villains, lingering ghosts, terrifying
myths, and haunted places.
John M. Brewer was head of Department of Psychology and Education,
Los Angeles State Normal School.
In this timely and essential work, nationally acclaimed speaker and
author Vincent J. Bove anthologizes his Sentinel Digest articles
that examine the leadership crisis and culture of violence in
America. From mass shootings and police-community tensions to
racial discrimination and the immigration crisis, Bove chronicles
our country's afflictions and champions the unsung community heroes
who model moral character and integrity needed in a time of apathy.
Reawakening America is an inspiring social and political commentary
that speaks to the American spirit and encourages citizens to stand
up to the corruption, deceit, violence and divisiveness that is
plaguing the United States.
Plato's dialogue Theaetetus asks the question of what knowledge is,
how human beings acquire it, and how knowledge relates to both
perception and judgement. This dialogue is told as a frame story,
whereby Euclid and a friend are read a dialogue from the time
Theaetetus was a young man. In it Theaetetus, a teacher of
geometry, is talking with Socrates. At first they discuss the
students, but soon move on to the core subject of knowledge and
what it is to know things. It is in this dialogue that Socrates
famously compares himself to a midwife, which was his mother's
profession. Whereas she showed expertise in bringing a newborn
child into the world, Socrates' rather is skilled at bringing new
knowledge forth from the minds of those on the cusp of birthing
such thoughts. A classic Platonic dialogue, this edition of
Theaetetus is the translation of renowned classical scholar
Benjamin Jowett.
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a powerful sketch of America's Soldiers depicted in their unique
lingo legacy ... a fascinating array of cultural jargon based on a
proud history and known as the language of Grunts ... compelling
leadership lessons built on a legacy fashioned by Warriors,
celebrated by Veterans, shared with families, and intriguing to
citizens ... Americans share the pride of ownership -all
contributing to the rich cultural lingo of our Nation's Army ... a
timely insight into America's Army and her Citizen Soldiers, viewed
through a proud legacy of lingo steeped in tradition and filled
with contemporary influences ... the old, and the new ...
Mrs. Fixit says "It's just that simple!" Clueless about caulking your bathtub or replacing a phone jack? Think fixing a leaky faucet or hanging a window valance are jobs for the experts only? Let Mrs. Fixit give you the tools to tackle hundreds of home repairs on your own. On every page of this easy-to-use household companion, television's hugely popular handywoman lays out fast, easy, money-saving tips and step-by-step instructions for - simple repair jobs for every room in your house or apartment
- storage and organizational tips with professional results
- quick fixes and surprising solutions to everyday household problems.
This early work on Familiar Quotations is a fascinating read and is
thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of all
historians. It is an absorbing collection of quotes from many
different authors. Many of the earliest books, particularly those
dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and
increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in
affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text
and artwork.
Take a journey with twin brothers Andre and Anthony Willingham as
they triumph over debt. Anthony, who has done everything wrong with
money-and then some-finds himself deep in credit card debt and
owing the IRS thousands of dollars. Follow the steps that Andre
taught Anthony to help him overcome his depression and sleepless
nights-and finally find peace of mind.
Unique and wonderful recipes that include cannabis. A full body
high, unlike smoking it. It's a great way for those that need
cannabis for medication that cannot smoke it. A great start for
anyone who is interested in cooking in medicinal foods. For the
professional and the beginning cook. Over 70 very unique recipes
that anyone interested in this type of cooking will enjoy to learn
and experiment with. Each recipe comes complete with nutritional
facts and serving size. this book is the first of a five book
series.
The Republic by Plato is a landmark achievement in Ancient Greek
philosophy - this edition contains every book, complete in a superb
translation by Benjamin Jowett, in hardcover. The Republic is part
conversation between friends active in the Athens intellectual
community, and part monologue from various participants in the
discussion. The narrator and lead character is Socrates, Plato's
mentor, who appears in most Platonic dialogues and acts as
surrogate to Plato's ideas. Throughout the text the 'Socratic
method', whereby Socrates feigns ignorance and questions an
adversary to receive insight on a given subject, is amply
demonstrated. The discussion begins with an attempt to find a
definition for justice, wherein a disagreement between Thrasymachus
- who believes justice is what is good for who is strongest at a
given place and time - and Socrates, who believes that all members
of society should, for the highest benefit of all, conform to just
action.
Several of Descarte's most ground-breaking essays and philosophic
treatises are contained in this quality edition. Written by Ren
Descartes in the 17th century and counted among the first great
philosophic works of Enlightenment era, these papers contain the
philosopher's thoughts on physical objects, presence and being.
Descartes describes a series of vivid dreams which, for their
realism, leave him in doubt as to whether he does indeed possess a
body or whether it is merely an illusion. Descartes reflects upon
the nature of dreams, and wonders whether their strangeness is not
a consequence of God playing a trick with his mind. Discounting God
as the culprit, Descartes instead places responsibility of the
illusion of reality at the feet of a 'malignant demon'. The
translations present in this edition were composed by the Scottish
poet and scholar of philosophy John Vietch, whose academic career
at The University of St. Andrews in Fife provided a firm grounding
in the philosophic disciplines.
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