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Stuart A Kallen
"Superfans are not just consumers; they are participants in a fan culture that can include millions of other people with similar tastes and beliefs. And some fans are so committed…
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The job of social media influencer barely existed in 2010. Today, it is seen as one of the most desirable jobs. Anyone with a video camera, an Internet connection, and…
The number people working side gigs has been growing. And many more turned to side gigs as unemployment soared in 2020. According to the Freelancers Union, which advocates for independent…
People have been getting more emotional for years and many blame the media, lack of mental health services, and entitlement. There are entire industries that profit by stoking division, intolerance…
Ever since the first smartphones were introduced in 2008, they have been blamed for causing what might be called a distraction pandemic –
The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. Some energy experts believe hydrogen is the fuel of the future but there are major obstacles that…
Describes different kinds of toxic waste, how they are produced and what may be done to reduce all kinds of it.
Stuart A. Kallen
Presents a description and history of some of the most popular methods of predicting the future, including astrology, palm reading, tarot cards, I Ching, and oracles.
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"Most people navigate the world using the five physical-sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. But some claim to have an extra sense-a sixth sense that gives them extrasensory perception, or…
Rain forests take up about 6 percent of the Earth’s land mass, but their importance to the environment transcends their geographical boundaries. This anthology presents articles by experts who offer…
The idea of reaching into the afterlife to communicate with loved ones and others who have died has captured the popular imagination. This book examines various ways this can be…
Explores vampire beliefs from the blood-sucking beasts of ancient times to the immortal teen heartthrobs of the twenty-first century.
The war in Afghanistan, launched after the terrorist attacks on 9/11, was Americas longest and perhaps least-talked about war. The War in Afghanistan provides context and clarity concerning the U.S…
From lords and ladies to merchants and serfs, medieval society was a rich tapestry centered on food, drink, feasts, and social gatherings. This book explores daily life in the medieval…
The Crusades were a series of religious wars between Christians and Muslims carried out over the course of more than 175 years during the Middle Ages. This book explores daily…
Digital cameras are probably one of the most common electronics found in typical American households. The use of digital cameras has allowed anyone to become a photographer without the expensive…
Examines the rich history of American popular music. Discusses innovators who shaped the style, form, and content of the music.
Stuart A Kallen,Stuart A Kallen
A compact history of American country music, from the Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers to Brad Paisley and Neko Case.
This book covers the history of the music of Latin America. Individual chapters focus on the sounds of the Caribbean, Brazil, South America, and Mexico. Author Stuart A. Kallen includes…
Ever since the early 1950s, rock and roll music has continually transformed culture and society with its rebellious mix of rhythm, fashion, and musical passion. < I>History of Rock and…
Barth Hulley, Stuart Allen
The trouble with traditional Nativity plays is they tend to be rather dull. Everyone knows the story, there are no surprises, plot-twists or jokes - which hardly makes for a…
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Efforts to slow global warming feature prominently in the Obama administrations energy policy. Temperatures are rising, glaciers are melting, and scientists, politicians, and businesspeople across the globe are making decisions…
Stuart Allen Lee, II
This work is comprised of several short essays addressing various aspects of Freemasonry written by the author since joining the Prince Hall Masonic Fraternity, one of the oldest fraternal organizations…
Describes the history of soothsayers and prophets, from ancient tales of mystics and oracles to biblical prophecies and modern age prophets, and discusses why forecasting the future is compelling for…
Throughout history there have been thousands of cases where people have been possessed by poltergeists, devils, and other spirits both good and bad. In some instances demons must be violently…
Women played an important role in American culture, politics, and society during the 1960s. This volume explores the people, places and times that were altered by female activities, musicians, politicians…
Stuart A. Smith,Allen E. Comeskey
No one has recorded when well digging started, but surely humans imitated elephants in digging holes in the sand to access cooler water that didn’t make the children sick. This…
Speculative in nature, this book poses questions about extraterrestrial life and attempts to provide answers by drawing information from the fields ofentertainment, science, and philosophy.
P M Boekhoff,Stuart A Kallen
The Underground Railroad was a secret network of friends who helped thousands of slaves escape to freedom. Music, quilt patterns, and the stars in the sky were all part of…
Research into the delivery and organisation of health care is a vital component in the improvement of health services. This unique reader brings together thirty examples of high-quality SDO research…
John Stuart Allen,Colin Graham Endeacott
A collection of stories about the iconic GT40, providing insights into its design and racing achievements, and some well-kept secrets about its development and financial aspects. This is not a…
This series focuses on the history, music, musicians, and instruments behind specific musical styles, from blues to indie rock and rap. Each title will focus on a specific musical genre…
Each of the volumes in this set examines the geography; arts; communication, transportation, and exploration; social classes and economy; politics, law, and military; leisure, recreation, and daily life; family and…
Tim Allen,Kate Brady,Stuart Foreman
This report presents the results of archaeological investigations along the 17km-long Gloucester Security of Supply Water Pipeline in the vicinity of Tewkesbury.
The proceedings of Food Colloids 2004: Interactions, Microstructure and Processing held on 18-21 April 2004 in Harrogate, UK.
