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This book is set up to give a clear idea of how philosophy and science complement each other. The universe's formation prior to the Big Bang and how it mirrors life in general Biological evolution on Earth did happen so this gives a clear idea of how mammals evolved from ancient whales, not the other way around. Gravity has always been a mystery until now, along with the warp drive and cryostasis. Age-old ideas with some true science applied, ...

A propulsive debut of visionary scale, Make Me a City embroiders fact with fiction to tell the story of Chicago's 19th century, tracing its rise from frontier settlement to industrial colossus. The tale begins with a game of chess--and on the outcome of that game hinges the destiny of a great city. From appalling injustice springs forth the story of Chicago, and the men and women whose resilience, avarice, and altruism combine to generate a mo...

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A Times Book of the Month for readers of Golden Hill and Cloud Atlas. It is 1800, and the future of Chicago hangs in the balance, to be decided on the outcome of a game of chess. Win or lose, the result will reverberate through the next 100 years of history, and the players‿ lives, the lives of their descendants, and the city itself will never be the same again ‿

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A propulsive debut of visionary scale, Make Me a City embroiders fact with fiction to tell the story of Chicago's 19th century, tracing its rise from frontier settlement to industrial colossus.The tale begins with a game of chess-and on the outcome of that game hinges the destiny of a great city. From appalling injustice springs forth the story of Chicago, and the men and women whose resilience, avarice, and altruism combine to generate a mome...

Welcome to the Ciderhouse The complex flavors of cider syrup, vinegar, shrubs, and classic hard and sweet ciders infuse the air and work their way into the kitchen. Sit down with a family of cidermakers as they dish up mouthwatering food to savor and show you how to bring the rich and delicious flavors of cider into your own kitchen.

Unique in its approach and really helpful with its information - this book is a must have for any Labrador Corso owner" Written for the admirers, fans and owners of this wonderful breed, we are confident that you will greatly benefit from the techniques and information in this book. Composed by a long-term owner of the Labrador Corso, this book is certainly a must have addition to your collection.

Die erste umfassende Biographie der Familie Wagner Seit über einem Jahrhundert und von zwei Weltkriegen, der Nazidiktatur und der Besatzungszeit ungebrochen herrschen die Wagners über die Bayreuther Festspiele, hatten viele der größten und der gespenstischsten Gestalten aus Kunst und Politik zu Gast und bekämpfen einander wie die Recken in den Musikdramen, die sie in Szene setzen. Der ausgewiesene Wagner-Kenner Carr legt die erste umfassende ...

Fixing Capitalism is a book describing Networked Capitalism, the only existing theory for creating a truly stable competitive economy that works for every person in the world. The theory begins with the conclusion that the fatal flaw in the economy is that money is a limited commodity. A limited supply of money to pay for everything creates limited production and limited consumption. It also creates instability in the economy as people decide ...

Originally published in Great Britain by Constable and Co., Ltd., in 1997.

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An Economist Best Book of 2007, Jonathan Carr's The Wagner Clan proves, with the sweeping scope of a Wagnerian opera, that the history of Europe and that of the infamous composer's family are inextricably intertwined. Carr presents not only Richard Wagner himself- musician, philosopher, philanderer, failed revolutionary, and virulent anti-Semite-but also a colorful cast of historical figures who feature in Wagner's story: Franz Liszt (whose il...

In April 1997-98 Camilla Carr and Jon James set off as volunteers in a £500 Lada stacked high with toys, games, footballs, paints and a parachute. Their destination was Chechnya and their aim was to work with children who had been traumatised by war. After working for two months setting up and teaching in a rehabilitation centre and watching the children begin to smile and play again, they were kidnapped by Chechen guerrillas. There followed f...

The first thorough and balanced history of Germany's most notorious musical family, drawing on extensive interviews with its members as well as archive and recent material. With elements of jealousy, greed, passion and intrigue this is a family saga as riveting as any opera, and this controversial study is sure to attract major review coverage.