An all-time bestseller in the English-speaking world, second in itsheyday only to the Bible, it is one of the most influential manuals for youth ever published, known and loved around the world. Including all of Baden-Powell's original illustrations, this new critical edition of Scouting for Boys serves up a wonderful hodge-podge of true crime stories, stern moralizing, stock adventure tales, natural history, first-aid tips, advice on observation and tracking, and much more. Readerswill find a roughly composed pastiche of jingoist lore and tracker legend, padded with lengthy quotations from adventure fiction--from Rudyard Kipling and James Fenimore Cooper, to Alexander Dumas and Arthur Conan Doyle--and seamed through with the multiple anxieties of its time: fears ofdegeneration (the fall of the Roman empire was due to bad citizenship) and a constant worry over imminent war. Alongside practical instructions on how to light fires, build a boat, or stalk animals (or men), it includes sections on chivalry, self-discipline, self-improvement, and citizenship.Indeed, the book brims with Baden-Powell's philosophy of life, one that replaces self with service, puts country before the individual, and duty above all. The introduction by Elleke Boehmer illuminates the book's maverick complexity and her notes clarify obscure references. Though almost a century old, Scouting for Boys continues to fascinate, surprise, and motivate readers today. It will delight anyone interested in popular culture, Victorian history, and literature for children.

    The authors in this book help us appreciate the deeper meaning of the "Theory of Reincarnation," as well as its counterpart, the "Law of Karma." Aproper understanding of these concepts gives us the courage and strength to face life's many challenges with confidence and security.

    This excellent book is a series of addresses he gave to his Officers in 1904 where he bares his heart, sharing seven key truths for effective ministry: • The Spirit of Divine Life • The Spirit of Holiness • The Spirit of Devotion • The Spirit of Light • The Spirit of War • The Spirit of Faith • The Spirit of Burning LoveThis is an amazing book that will challenge you out of complacency and into wholehearted zeal and service for the Lord. Passionate, personal and just as practical today as when it was first given!** Fully searchable with a Table of Contents optimized for your Kindle

    Much of what is known of these players and teams and championships comes from this work. Sol White, “King Solomon,” introduces his work this way: “I have endeavored to follow the mutations of colored base ball, as accurately as possible, from the organization of the first colored team, in 1885, to the present time [1907]…” and concludes his guide with an assertion, proven to be true 40 years later, with the arrival of Jackie Robinson” “For the players of today, with the same prospects for a future as the white players there would be a score or more of colored ballplayers cavorting around the American League or National League diamonds at the present time.” First eBook edition, with a detailed introduction about White and times during which he played and managed, as well as a "Who's Who" of the Sol White Guide, 14 pages of biographies of all the players discussed in the guide, including their career highlights and the lives after baseball.

    Acknowledged by the publishing industry, authors and would-be writers as the indispensable companion to navigating the world of publishing.The 80+ articles provide inspirational and how-to guidance on writing for newspapers, magazines, scripts for film, radio and TV; advice on writing and submitting plays, poetry, non-fiction and fiction of all genres - from fantasy to thrillers to romance; how to contact publishers and agents; managing finances as a writer; negotiating legal issues, such as copyright; understanding the editing process; self-publishing and conventional routes; digital and print.NEW articles in the 2016 edition include:Alison Weir Historical fictionBen Schott On writingRose Prince Writing about foodSara Wheeler Travel WritingDanny Hahn Literary translationNick Spalding Being a hybrid authorMel Sherratt Successful self-publishing Mike Poulton Adapting works for the stageJulia Copus Being a published poetand pieces on: Writing theatre reviews, Graphic novels, Getting poetry published, Literary festivals, Greetings cardsEvery one of over 4,500 listings of who to contact, where and for which disciplines across the media, are reviewed and most updated, with new listings added every year.The combination of up-to-date listings information and expert advice, make the Yearbook a topical and reliable resource; the perfect gift for every writer every year.

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    Includes maps of the solar system, the seasons, and historical maps of England and Scotland (Roman, Saxon & Tudor).2 page contents, 112 pages of maps, 106 pages of text, 74 page index. Publishers advertisments (5) on endpapers front and back. Blue cloth h/b cover; tiltes and decoration in black and in red. Size 7½" x 5¼” x ¾"."Multum in Parvo": (Latin). Much [information] condensed into few words or into a small compass.