744 results for 'Dodson, Frederick'

Sir Charles Portal: A Leader in Turbulent Times Charles Frederick Algernon Portal was born in Hungerford, England, in 1893. He developed a fierce competitive streak and steely determination from an...

The Broadway Sound: Autobiography and Selected Essays of Robert Russell Bennett Robert Russell Bennett's remarkable career as composer-orchestrator spanned over five decades, taking him from...

The Sonic Color Line: A New Perspective on Race and Sound in America. Jennifer Lynn Stoever's groundbreaking study challenges conventional wisdom about the relationship between race and sound,...

The Mighty Warrior Kings: From the Ashes of the Roman Empire to the New Ruling Order By Philip J. Potter A comprehensive history of nine kings who shaped European history, from Charlemagne's...

Scientific Journeys: A Physicist Explores the Culture, History and Personalities of Science by H. Frederick Dylla. This collection of essays explores the history and significance of science, drawing...

The Diversity Machine: The Drive to Change the "White Male Workplace" In recent years, the concept of diversity has become a ubiquitous buzzword in business and corporate circles. But what lies...

The Holy Family Critique of Critical Critique by F. Engels and K. Marx In 1844, Karl Marx and Frederick Engels collaborated on their first joint work, The Holy Family, or Critique of Critical...

Undercover Lion: Part Two of The Pride of Lions by Antoinette George. In this gripping sequel to The Undercover Lion, Nicholas de Bresancourt, Duc de Valenciennes, is torn between his mission and his...

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurological difference that affects people from all walks of life. With no distinction based on race, geography, or social class, millions worldwide are living...

The Art of Wrestling by George de Relwyskow A comprehensive guide to wrestling, written by an Olympic champion and renowned expert in the field. This book offers practical advice for both beginners...

A Very Peculiar Battle: The Double Battle of Fère-Champenoise, 25 March 1814 In March 1814, Napoleon's fortunes began to turn against him. Following a series of defeats, he launched a desperate...

Albert Einstein's brain remains one of the most fascinating and enigmatic objects in scientific history. After his death in 1955, it was removed and preserved, but its study has been shrouded in...

Union Square, situated between Fourteenth and Seventeenth Streets on Broadway, has played a pivotal role in New York City's history. Originally designed to beautify a residential neighborhood in...

A Search for Common Ground: Conversations about the Toughest Questions in K-12 Education by Frederick M. Hess and Pedro Noguera. In an era of deepening polarization, finding common ground is more...

White Philanthropy: A Critical Examination of Gunnar Myrdal's An American Dilemma. Gunnar Myrdal's influential work, An American Dilemma, has been widely regarded as a seminal text on U.S. race...

Bodh Gaya is one of the most important and sacred Buddhist pilgrimage centres in the world. Located seven miles south of Gaya, it was here under a pipul tree - now known as the Bodhi tree - that...

Decolonization and African Society: The Labor Question in French and British Africa by Frederick Cooper This authoritative volume challenges traditional views of 'imperial' and 'African' history,...

Weird Tales: 100 Years of Weird celebrates a century of brilliant storytelling with this comprehensive collection. Spanning cosmic horror, sword and sorcery adventure, eerie occult detective...

Afrofuturism Rising: A Literary Prehistory of a Movement by Isiah Lavender (III) explores the connection between science, technology, and race across centuries. This book delves into the narrative...

Riding 1,000 miles eastwards from Constantinople in the savage winter of 1876, Captain Frederick Burnaby sought to uncover the truth about the Russians' intentions in this remote corner of the Great...

A Dweller on Two Planets Or, the Dividing of the Way is a book written by Frederick S. Oliver, presented as a true account of the past of the author Phylos The Thibetan. The book claims to be the...

From Casino Royale to The Eagle Has Landed, British thrillers have played a significant role in shaping the genre. This entertaining history reveals how award-winning crime writer Mike Ripley...

Down & Out: The Magazine Volume 1, Issue 1 brings together some of the best writers in crime fiction for a unique and engaging reading experience. This debut issue features original stories by...

Charles X's Wars Volume 3 - The Danish Wars, 1657-1660 by Michael Fredholm von Essen The Dano-Swedish War of 1657-1658 was sparked by King Frederick III of Denmark-Norway, who sought to recover...

This biography explores the life and career of Frederick Hamilton Temple Blackwood, 1st marquess of Dufferin and Ava, from his birth in 1826 to his death in 1902. The book delves into Dufferin's...

Insulin: A History from Thick Brown Muck to Wall Street Gold By Kersten T. Hall Oxford University Press, 2022 Hardcover, 480 pages The discovery of insulin is a story of transformation and...

The Cursed Princess Club Volume Two: A Webtoon Unscrolled Graphic Novel Gwendolyn, the youngest daughter of the King, is a princess who defies traditional fairy-tale expectations. Unlike her sisters,...

Jennifer's Body: A Supernatural Horror with a Nuanced Skewering of Gender Politics. In 2009, Jennifer's Body was released to mixed reviews, but its influence has only grown in the years since. This...

Excellence Through Mind-Brain Development: Unlocking World-Class Performance. The pursuit of excellence is a universal goal, yet achieving it remains rare. Research has shown that only 1% of...

Two Slave Rebellions at Sea: A Collection of Two Classic Works This collection brings together two powerful stories about slave revolts at sea. Written by Frederick Douglass, a former fugitive slave...

The Making of Black Lives Matter: A Brief History of an Idea by Christopher J. Lebron The #BlackLivesMatter movement has its roots in the aftermath of George Zimmerman's 2013 acquittal, but the...

Spring 1941, and the Second World War is at its most perilous. The British ships are under threat, and nightly bombing raids are targeting major ports. At the heart of the nation's efforts to stay...

Sky People: Unveiling the Hidden Stories of Mesoamerica's Alien Encounters Dr. Ardy Sixkiller Clarke embarked on a seven-year journey through Belize, Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico, driven by a...

A philosophical and legal argument for equal access to good lawyers and other legal resources is presented in "Equal Justice". Frederick Wilmot-Smith contends that justice depends not only on laws...

This is the story of Hugh White's experiences as a pilot during World War I and the follow-on years. As a young man, he trained to fly with the Royal Flying Corps in France, eventually becoming an...

The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend It by Corey Brettschneider is a gripping history that explores the darkest moments in...

The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America By Erik Larson In 1893, two men embodied the contrasting forces that defined America's rapid transformation...

Act Like You Know: African-American Autobiography and White Identity by Crispin Sartwell explores how black autobiographical discourses have confronted the character of white society. Through the...

The Bermondsey Murder: Scotland Yard's First Great Challenge and Dickens' Inspiration In August 1849, the disappearance of Patrick O'Connor sparked a shocking crime that would test the skills of...

Against Civility: A History of Racial Injustice and the Need for Civic Radicalism The concept of civility has long been used to silence dissent, repress political participation, and justify violence...

The Battle of Ink and Ice: A Sensational Story of News Barons, North Pole Explorers, and the Making of Modern Media by Darrell Hartman. In the early 20th century, a bitter contest between two...

Create 12 adorable knitted characters from Beatrix Potter's beloved stories. This unique craft book brings to life the iconic illustrations of Peter Rabbit and his friends, allowing you to knit 12...

Estrategia es un ensayo profundo y coherente que explora la historia del pensamiento estratégico. El autor analiza cómo la estrategia se ha desarrollado a lo largo de la historia, desde sus raíces en...

John Stuart Mill's essays on liberty, utilitarianism, and other key issues remain central to liberal democratic thought. This collection of four essays - 'On Liberty', 'Utilitarianism',...