Essential Histories

Are you interested in philosophy but don't know where to start? Do you want a concise and accessible guide to Western philosophy's essential concepts and thinkers? Look no further than Flash Philosophy. From Anselm's ontological argument for the existence of God to Schopenhauer's thoughts on sexual love's true nature, Flash Philosophy takes you on a chronological journey through almost three millennia, examining the key concepts and theories that have shaped the field over time.

Long before the first pharmaceutical companies opened their doors in the 1850s, doctors treated people, not symptoms. And although we've become used to popping pills, Americans have finally had it with the dangerous side-effects, addiction and over-prescription - and they're looking for an alternative. Here's the good news: that alternative has been here all along in the form of ancient treatments that have been used for eons by cultures around the world.

From Amazon's Alexa to Japan's robot chefs, technology is becoming increasingly saturated into our everyday lives. Previous technological revolutions have come and gone, but this one is different. For the first time in economic history, productivity and employment are diverging, suggesting that humans are contributing less to economic growth.

With over 30 years' experience, there is perhaps no one better qualified in the art of carp fishing than angling legend John Wilson. In this essential carp fishing guide, John covers everything you need to know, providing beginners and experts alike with invaluable hints and tips. Along the way John offers advice on the best equipment for each scenario as he passes on a wealth of knowledge that can come only from a lifetime of fishing.

The first of the series breaks the ice on what is Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. What is most important is not the academic or theoretical understanding of Bitcoin, blockchain, cryptocurrency trading, investing, staking, etc. What is important is for the listener to understand in practical bite-size chunks. The book is not here to show how much the author knows. The book is to show you that you too can understand all these basic ideas in every-day useful examples.

Are you ready for an adventure that plunges beneath the depths? "Secrets Beneath the Surface" could be your ultimate guide, revealing new depths to the fascinating world of magnet fishing. Immerse yourself in a comprehensive journey, starting from basics with an introduction to magnet fishing, progressing to the intriguing accounts of historical evolutions and arrivals to the modern day practice. With each chapter, delve deeper into the riveting details – the essential toolkit, the signs to look for when scouting the perfect lakes and rivers, and the science behind the attraction of ...

Horatio Herbert Kitchener, born on June 1850 in Ballylongford, County Kerry, Ireland was a great soldier and statesman. Kitchener was credited in 1898 for winning the Battle of Omdurman and securing control of the Sudan for which he was made Lord Kitchener of Khartoum, becoming a qualifying peer and of mid-rank as an Earl. On 5 June 1916, Kitchener was making his way to Russia to attend negotiations, on HMS Hampshire, when it struck a German mine just west of the Orkney, Scotland and sank. Kitchener was among 737 who died. This is his story.

Brushstrokes in Time, written by Sylvia Vetta, is a memoir of fictional Chinese artist, Little Winter, written for her American daughter. It takes the story of Communist China beyond the death of Mao and for the first time in fiction shows the birth of the radical art movement, The Stars, in 1979. Her haunting love story connects us to this time of hope for freedom of expression in China, and to a man frustrated by "being kept in small shoes".

The goal of this article is to change you into a well-equipped and fully stocked jack of all trades who is good with his hands and has specific skill sets that would be essential in survival situations. These skills include carpentry, steelworks, masonry, basic survival, hand to hand combat, practical shooting, and hunting skills among others. You might not have all the above mentioned skills sets. It will not be realistic to make you believe that you can be an expert in these skills in 14 days.

For Shakespeare fans, this is a great way to test your knowledge of the Bard's life and works. Six rounds of detailed Shakespeare questions from expert Hazel Jeffs and including voicing from Shakespearian actors and actresses to bring questions to life. Even if you don't know the answers lots of commentary will teach you interesting facts and details about England's greatest playwrite and his works.

"Seed And Harvest Time," is a powerful book that shows the type of harvest produced is based on the kinds of seeds that are planted. Leslie Harvey uniquely shows this correlation by taking us on a journey of her life and family background. During her youth, she was broken, confused, angry, and bitter while living with her parents, who were married but living separate lives. She suffered verbal abuse, torment, and rejection. Leslie was scorned with a bruised heart. "Seed And Harvest Time," will show the many trials and tribulations that Leslie has experienced and how God saved and delivered ...