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The Vagaries of Life

Author : Joseph P Ainsley
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0244354855
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (443 download)

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Download or read book The Vagaries of Life written by Joseph P Ainsley and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-12-13 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In my poem 'Life's Vagaries' I describe observations of a tattooed female, shuffling along in the market place with her boyfriend and the sign on a nearby church inviting people to 'light candles'. My emotional response is to juxtapose the meaning of love with religion. This book of poems expresses a wide range of experiences as I create responses to major themes in life such as birth, love and death. Covering over seventy years, the poems show how an early religious upbringing can leave its almost 'Freudian' imprint. This can be seen in 'Lessons of War' one of my early memories. My interest in philosophy is demonstrated in the poem 'Stages of Life in a Dressing Gown' where I reach a mid-life crisis and almost press the self destruct button...but thankfully recover to continue the journey. Hope you will join the journey with me and see life from a different perspective.

Vagaries of Desire: A Collection of Philosophical Essays

Author : Timo Airaksinen
Publisher : BRILL
ISBN 13 : 9004410309
Total Pages : 235 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (44 download)

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Download or read book Vagaries of Desire: A Collection of Philosophical Essays written by Timo Airaksinen and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2019-08-26 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Vagaries of Desire, Timo Airaksinen develops a new philosophical account of desire understood as mental state that focuses on a desirable possible world. Literary and philosophical themes, including sexuality, are discussed in terms of their metaphoric and metonymic features.

Vagaries and Varieties in Constitutional Interpretation

Author : Thomas Reed Powell
Publisher : The Lawbook Exchange, Ltd.
ISBN 13 : 1584772107
Total Pages : 248 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (847 download)

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Download or read book Vagaries and Varieties in Constitutional Interpretation written by Thomas Reed Powell and published by The Lawbook Exchange, Ltd.. This book was released on 2002 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Powell, Thomas Reed. Vagaries and Varieties in Constitutional Interpretation. New York: Columbia University Press, 1956. xv, 229 pp. Reprinted 2002 by The Lawbook Exchange, Ltd. ISBN 1-58477-210-7. Cloth. $70. * With a Foreword by Paul A. Freund. Published versions of the James S. Carpentier lectures delivered by Powell [1880-1955] at Columbia University in 1955. Its chapters include "Establishment of Judicial Review," "Professions and Practices in Judicial Review," "National Power," "Federalism: Intergovernmental Relations," "Federalism: State Powers Affecting the National Economy; State Police Power" and "Federalism: State Powers Affecting the National Economy; State Taxing Power."

The Creation and Offspring of the Protestant Church; Also the Vagaries and Heresies of J. H. Hopkins, Protestant Bishop, and of Other False Teachers. To which is Added, a Treatise on the Holy Scriptures, Priesthood and Matrimony

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Author : Jeremiah O'CALLAGHAN
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (19 download)

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Download or read book The Creation and Offspring of the Protestant Church; Also the Vagaries and Heresies of J. H. Hopkins, Protestant Bishop, and of Other False Teachers. To which is Added, a Treatise on the Holy Scriptures, Priesthood and Matrimony written by Jeremiah O'CALLAGHAN and published by . This book was released on 1837 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

"They're a Very Successful Family!"

Author : Joseph Farris
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780930753085
Total Pages : 112 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (53 download)

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Download or read book "They're a Very Successful Family!" written by Joseph Farris and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Vagaries

Author : Axel Munthe
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Vagaries written by Axel Munthe and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Comical Adventures of Twm Shon Catty (Thomas Jones, Esq.)

Author : T. J. Llewelyn Prichard
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Comical Adventures of Twm Shon Catty (Thomas Jones, Esq.) written by T. J. Llewelyn Prichard and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: T. J. Llewelyn Prichard's 'The Comical Adventures of Twm Shon Catty' is a satirical novel set in the 18th century, following the misadventures of the witty and resourceful protagonist, Twm Shon Catty. The book is written in a humorous and entertaining style, filled with social commentary and political satire that was typical of the time period. Through a series of comical escapades, Twm Shon Catty navigates the complexities of his society while maintaining his clever and cunning personality. Prichard's writing style captures the essence of the era, making the reader feel transported back in time to experience the colorful world of Twm Shon Catty. The book is a delightful blend of comedy and social critique, providing readers with a unique insight into the historical context of 18th-century Wales. T. J. Llewelyn Prichard, a Welsh author and journalist, drew inspiration from the rich folklore and traditions of his homeland when crafting the character of Twm Shon Catty. His deep understanding of Welsh society and culture shines through in the vivid descriptions and vibrant characters that populate the novel. 'The Comical Adventures of Twm Shon Catty' is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, humor, and Welsh literature. Prichard's skillful storytelling and sharp wit make this book a true gem of 18th-century literature.

The Vanishing Middle Class, new epilogue

Author : Peter Temin
Publisher : MIT Press
ISBN 13 : 0262535297
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (625 download)

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Download or read book The Vanishing Middle Class, new epilogue written by Peter Temin and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2018-03-09 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why the United States has developed an economy divided between rich and poor and how racism helped bring this about. The United States is becoming a nation of rich and poor, with few families in the middle. In this book, MIT economist Peter Temin offers an illuminating way to look at the vanishing middle class. Temin argues that American history and politics, particularly slavery and its aftermath, play an important part in the widening gap between rich and poor. Temin employs a well-known, simple model of a dual economy to examine the dynamics of the rich/poor divide in America, and outlines ways to work toward greater equality so that America will no longer have one economy for the rich and one for the poor. Many poorer Americans live in conditions resembling those of a developing country—substandard education, dilapidated housing, and few stable employment opportunities. And although almost half of black Americans are poor, most poor people are not black. Conservative white politicians still appeal to the racism of poor white voters to get support for policies that harm low-income people as a whole, casting recipients of social programs as the Other—black, Latino, not like "us." Politicians also use mass incarceration as a tool to keep black and Latino Americans from participating fully in society. Money goes to a vast entrenched prison system rather than to education. In the dual justice system, the rich pay fines and the poor go to jail.

Letifer

Author : T D Cloud
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 506 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Letifer written by T D Cloud and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2021-10-31 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gabriel Spencer is a Detroit beat cop determined to make detective by any means possible, and putting an end to a mysterious string of murders looks like the quickest way to accomplish that goal. Prostitutes and escorts, drained of blood, bodies abandoned in ditches, playgrounds, and Dumpsters... It all reeks of a similar spate of killings from decades past, and no one but Gabriel seems to see the connection. Modern crimes, however, can sometimes have ancient origins, and unfortunately for Gabriel, he fails to account for the real culprit- or the thought that perhaps he isn't the only one on the hunt for a killer. A vampiric crime thriller tinged with romance, horror, and intense world-building, Letifer serves as a standalone novel in The Dark Vagaries series.

Mr. Darcy's Fault

Author : Regina Jeffers
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781511778992
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (789 download)

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Download or read book Mr. Darcy's Fault written by Regina Jeffers and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-04-17 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What if an accident prevents Elizabeth Bennet from reading Mr. Darcy's letter of apology? What if said letter goes missing and ends up in the hands of George Wickham? What if Mr. Wickham plans to use the evidence of both Georgiana Darcy's ruination and Darcy's disdain for the Bennets to his benefit? How will Darcy counter Wickham's plans and claim happiness with Elizabeth Bennet? When he notices his long-time enemy in the vicinity of Hunsford Cottage, FITZWILLIAM DARCY means to put an end to an assignation between ELIZABETH BENNET and Mr. Wickham, but Darcy is not prepared for the scene which greets him in Rosings Woods. Elizabeth lies injured and crumpled beneath one of trees, and in order to save her, by Society's standards, Darcy must compromise Elizabeth. Needless to say, Darcy does not mind claiming Elizabeth to wife, but what of the lady's affections? Can Darcy tolerate Elizabeth's emotions being engaged elsewhere? Compelled into an engagement she least desires, Elizabeth Bennet thinks it impossible she could ever care for the arrogant Mr. Darcy, but the man proves more irresistible than Elizabeth first assumes. Yet, just when Elizabeth begins to believe happiness is within their grasps, Mr. Wickham reappears in her life with a "proposal" Elizabeth cannot refuse, and it is all Mr. Darcy's fault.

Once Upon a Time, There Was You

Author : Elizabeth Berg
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 1588368939
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (883 download)

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Download or read book Once Upon a Time, There Was You written by Elizabeth Berg and published by Random House. This book was released on 2011-04-05 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BONUS: This edition contains a Once Upon a Time, There Was You discussion guide. Even on their wedding day, John and Irene sensed that they were about to make a mistake. Years later, divorced, dating other people, and living in different parts of the country, they seem to have nothing in common—nothing except the most important person in each of their lives: Sadie, their spirited eighteen-year-old daughter. Feeling smothered by Irene and distanced from John, Sadie is growing more and more attached to her new boyfriend, Ron. When tragedy strikes, Irene and John come together to support the daughter they love so dearly. What takes longer is to remember how they really feel about each other. Elizabeth Berg’s immense talent shines in this unforgettable novel about the power of love, the unshakeable bonds of family, and the beauty of second chances.

Extreme Fabulations

Author : Steven Shaviro
Publisher : MIT Press
ISBN 13 : 1912685876
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (126 download)

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Download or read book Extreme Fabulations written by Steven Shaviro and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2021-08-03 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An examination of science fiction narratives and the light they shed on human life, the unknowable future, and the vagaries of unforeseeable change. With this book, Steven Shaviro offers a thought experiment. He discusses a number of science fiction narratives: three novels, one novella, three short stories, and one musical concept album. Shaviro not only analyzes these works in detail but also uses them to ask questions about human, and more generally, biological life: about its stubborn insistence and yet fragility; about the possibilities and perils of seeking to control it; about the aesthetic and social dimensions of human existence, in relation to the nonhuman; and about the ethical value of human life under conditions of extreme oppression and devastation. Shaviro pursues these questions through the medium of science fiction because this form of storytelling offers us a unique way of grappling with issues that deeply and unavoidably concern us but that are intractable to rational argumentation or to empirical verification. The future is unavoidably vague and multifarious; it stubbornly resists our efforts to know it in advance, let alone to guide it or circumscribe it. But science fiction takes up this very vagueness and indeterminacy and renders it into the form of a self-consciously fictional narrative. It gives us characters who experience, and respond to, the vagaries of unforeseeable change.

This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm

Author : Ted Genoways
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN 13 : 0393292584
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (932 download)

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Download or read book This Blessed Earth: A Year in the Life of an American Family Farm written by Ted Genoways and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2017-09-19 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the Stubbendieck Great Plains Distinguished Book Prize 2019 selection for the One Book One Nebraska and All Iowa state reading programs "Genoways gives the reader a kitchen-table view of the vagaries, complexities, and frustrations of modern farming…Insightful and empathetic." —Milwaukee Journal Sentinel The family farm lies at the heart of our national identity, and yet its future is in peril. Rick Hammond grew up on a farm, and for forty years he has raised cattle and crops on his wife’s fifth-generation homestead in Nebraska, in hopes of passing it on to their four children. But as the handoff nears, their family farm—and their entire way of life—are under siege on many fronts, from shifting trade policies, to encroaching pipelines, to climate change. Following the Hammonds from harvest to harvest, Ted Genoways explores the rapidly changing world of small, traditional farming operations. He creates a vivid, nuanced portrait of a radical new landscape and one family’s fight to preserve their legacy and the life they love.

A Numerate Life

Author : John Allen Paulos
Publisher : Prometheus Books
ISBN 13 : 1633881199
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (338 download)

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Download or read book A Numerate Life written by John Allen Paulos and published by Prometheus Books. This book was released on 2015-11-10 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Employing intuitive ideas from mathematics, this quirky "meta-memoir" raises questions about our lives that most of us don't think to ask, but arguably should: What part of memory is reliable fact, what part creative embellishment? Which favorite presuppositions are unfounded, which statistically biased? By conjoining two opposing mindsets--the suspension of disbelief required in storytelling and the skepticism inherent in the scientific method--bestselling mathematician John Allen Paulos has created an unusual hybrid, a composite of personal memories and mathematical approaches to re-evaluating them. Entertaining vignettes from Paulos's biography abound--ranging from a bullying math teacher and a fabulous collection of baseball cards to romantic crushes, a grandmother’s petty larceny, and his quite unintended role in getting George Bush elected president in 2000. These vignettes serve as springboards to many telling perspectives: simple arithmetic puts life-long habits in a dubious new light; higher dimensional geometry helps us see that we're all rather peculiar; nonlinear dynamics explains the narcissism of small differences cascading into very different siblings; logarithms and exponentials yield insight on why we tend to become bored and jaded as we age; and there are tricks and jokes, probability and coincidences, and much more. For fans of Paulos or newcomers to his work, this witty commentary on his life--and yours--is fascinating reading.

Anatomy of Failure

Author : Harlan Ullman
Publisher : Naval Institute Press
ISBN 13 : 1682472264
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (824 download)

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Download or read book Anatomy of Failure written by Harlan Ullman and published by Naval Institute Press. This book was released on 2017-11-15 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why, since the end of World War II, has the United States either lost every war it started or failed in every military intervention it prosecuted? Harlan Ullman's new book answers this most disturbing question, a question Americans would never think of even asking because this record of failure has been largely hidden in plain sight or forgotten with the passage of time. The most straightforward answer is that presidents and administrations have consistently failed to use sound strategic thinking and lacked sufficient knowledge or understanding of the circumstances prior to deciding whether or not to employ force. Making this case is an in-depth analysis of the records of presidents from John F. Kennedy to Barack Obama and Donald Trump in using force or starting wars. His recommended solutions begin with a "brains-based" approach to sound strategic thinking to address one of the major causes of failure ----the inexperience of too many of the nation's commanders-in-chief. Ullman reinforces his argument through the use of autobiographical vignettes that provide a human dimension and insight into the reasons for failure, in some cases making public previously unknown history. The clarion call of Anatomy of Failure is that both a sound strategic framework and sufficient knowledge and understanding of the circumstance that may lead to using force are vital. Without them, failure is virtually guaranteed.

Sacred Cows, Holy Wars

Author : Kenneth Lasson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781611636994
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (369 download)

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Download or read book Sacred Cows, Holy Wars written by Kenneth Lasson and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All religions have their sacred cows and holy wars. None are more colorful or intriguing than what goes on in the burgeoning world of kosher food supervision. This book tells a colorful tale of religion, politics, and filthy lucre to present a spellbinding picture of canons and curiosities as well as a sobering examination of the limitations of law, the vagaries of religious disputes, and the verities of business ethics. From intrigues in the abattoirs to brawls in the boardrooms and shenanigans in the supermarkets, here is a compelling chronicle that should be of interest to readers regardless of their faiths or food preferences.

Theft by Finding

Author : David Sedaris
Publisher : Little, Brown
ISBN 13 : 031630851X
Total Pages : 508 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (163 download)

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Download or read book Theft by Finding written by David Sedaris and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2017-05-30 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most anticipated books of 2017: Boston Globe, New York Times Book Review, New York's "Vulture", The Week, Bustle, BookRiot An NPR Best Book of 2017An AV Club Favorite Book of 2017A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2017A Goodreads Choice Awards nominee David Sedaris tells all in a book that is, literally, a lifetime in the making. For forty years, David Sedaris has kept a diary in which he records everything that captures his attention-overheard comments, salacious gossip, soap opera plot twists, secrets confided by total strangers. These observations are the source code for his finest work, and through them he has honed his cunning, surprising sentences. Now, Sedaris shares his private writings with the world. Theft by Finding, the first of two volumes, is the story of how a drug-abusing dropout with a weakness for the International House of Pancakes and a chronic inability to hold down a real job became one of the funniest people on the planet. Written with a sharp eye and ear for the bizarre, the beautiful, and the uncomfortable, and with a generosity of spirit that even a misanthropic sense of humor can't fully disguise, Theft By Finding proves that Sedaris is one of our great modern observers. It's a potent reminder that when you're as perceptive and curious as Sedaris, there's no such thing as a boring day.