Download or read book The Rockefeller Syndrome written by Ferdinand Lundberg and published by ibooks. This book was released on 2017-12-17 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this monumental study, Lundberg traces the illegal origins of the family fortune and follows its growth and effects down through today. He is at his best when he zeroes in on the grandsons: John the third, Laurance, Winthrop, Nelson and David. They are America’s shadowy guides with their fingers into hundreds of pies. And here is the carefully researched tale of who they are, how they operate and what they’re done with what they’re won. Won by inheritance, that is. Nor does Lundberg neglect the Cousins: the great-grandchildren of John D. Senior, who will one day inherit it all. THE ROCKEFELLER SYNDROME is no mere chit-chat biography. It is a wide-ranging study of wielded power and money in action. It is the chronicle of the on-going milking and deception of the American wage-earner and taxpayer. It explains clearly how those much-hailed philanthropies are but one more heavy burden on the inflation-laden, tax-weary backs of lower and middle-class America.
Download or read book Nickel and Dimed written by Barbara Ehrenreich and published by Metropolitan Books. This book was released on 2010-04-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Times bestselling work of undercover reportage from our sharpest and most original social critic, with a new foreword by Matthew Desmond, author of Evicted Millions of Americans work full time, year round, for poverty-level wages. In 1998, Barbara Ehrenreich decided to join them. She was inspired in part by the rhetoric surrounding welfare reform, which promised that a job—any job—can be the ticket to a better life. But how does anyone survive, let alone prosper, on $6 an hour? To find out, Ehrenreich left her home, took the cheapest lodgings she could find, and accepted whatever jobs she was offered. Moving from Florida to Maine to Minnesota, she worked as a waitress, a hotel maid, a cleaning woman, a nursing-home aide, and a Wal-Mart sales clerk. She lived in trailer parks and crumbling residential motels. Very quickly, she discovered that no job is truly "unskilled," that even the lowliest occupations require exhausting mental and muscular effort. She also learned that one job is not enough; you need at least two if you int to live indoors. Nickel and Dimed reveals low-rent America in all its tenacity, anxiety, and surprising generosity—a land of Big Boxes, fast food, and a thousand desperate stratagems for survival. Read it for the smoldering clarity of Ehrenreich's perspective and for a rare view of how "prosperity" looks from the bottom. And now, in a new foreword, Matthew Desmond, author of Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City, explains why, twenty years on in America, Nickel and Dimed is more relevant than ever.
Download or read book The Myth of the Robber Barons written by Burton W. Folsom and published by Young Americas Foundation. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his book The Myth of the Robber Barons, Folsom distinguishes between political entrepreneurs who ran inefficient businesses supported by government favors, and market entrepreneurs who succeeded by providing better and lower-cost products or services, usually while facing vigorous competition.
Download or read book The Rockefeller Inheritance written by Alvin Moscow and published by Garden City, N.Y. : Doubleday. This book was released on 1977 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Extremely Unfortunate Skull Valley Incident written by Donald William Scott and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What a seriously concerned citizen needs to know about the tragedy, science, politics, and history of the biological hazards' labyrinth. Includes information on government and government-sponsored biological warfare weapons research in the United States, the former Soviet Union, Japan, Great Britian Nazi-Germany, and Canada.
Download or read book LBJ written by Phillip F. Nelson and published by Skyhorse. This book was released on 2014-11-04 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Phillip F. Nelson’s new book begins where LBJ: The Mastermind of the JFK Assassination left off. Now president, Johnson begins to push Congress to enact long-dormant legislation that he had previously impeded, always insisting that the timing wasn't right. Nelson argues that the passage of Johnson’s “Great Society” legislation was designed to take the focus of the nation off the assassination as well as lay the groundwork for building his own legacy. Nelson also examines Johnson’s plan to redirect US foreign policy within days of becoming president, as he maneuvered to insert the US military into the civil war being fought in Vietnam. This, he thought, would provide another means to achieve his goal of becoming a great wartime president. In addition, Nelson presents evidence to show that the Israeli attack on the USS Liberty in 1967 was arguably directed by Johnson against his own ship and the 294 sailors on board as a way to insert the US military into the Six-Day War. It only failed because the Liberty refused to sink. Finally, Nelson presents newly discovered documents from the files of Texas Ranger Clint Peoples that prove Johnson was closely involved with Billie Sol Estes and had made millions from Estes’s frauds against taxpayers. These papers show linkages to Johnson’s criminal behavior, the very point that his other biographers ignore. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Arcade imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in history--books about World War II, the Third Reich, Hitler and his henchmen, the JFK assassination, conspiracies, the American Civil War, the American Revolution, gladiators, Vikings, ancient Rome, medieval times, the old West, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Download or read book Occupation Without Troops written by Glenn Davis and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-07-09 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When American Occupation troops withdrew from Japan did they leave behind a truly independent country? Or did they leave in place a behind–the–scenes network that determined much of the course of Japanese politics for decades to come? Painstakingly researched, by authors who have between them over fifty years of experience in Japan, this book looks at aspects of the Japan–U.S. relationship that others have missed or avoided. At the heart of the book is the story of how a few men reversed the original policies of the Occupation, and went on to create a web of money and influence connecting Washington, New York, Tokyo, and Riyadh. These men set the stage for postwar bilateral relations, intrigues, and manipulations. Making their appearance on this carefully–set stage are the well–connected arms dealer, Adnan Khasshoggi, several Japanese prime ministers, Emperor Hirohito, by way of a personal "message," the Reverend Sung Myung Moon, and the self–described "world's richest fascist." A combination of investigative journalism and scholarly research, An Occupation Without Troops provides a startling new understanding of the Japanese-U.S. relationship. This pioneering book is essential reading for anyone who hopes to gain a true grasp of relations between these two countries since World War II.
Download or read book Hardcore Spirituality written by Robin Sacredfire and published by 22 Lions. This book was released on with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the Enlightened Path: A Guide to Unlocking Hardcore Spirituality and Discovering the Ultimate Truth Are you tired of the same old religions that fail to provide true enlightenment? Are you searching for a mature and truthful religion that transcends the limitations of traditional belief systems? Look no further than "Hardcore Spirituality: How to Refute Atheism and Find a True Religion." In this groundbreaking book, author Robin Sacredfire takes you on a journey to challenge conventional wisdom and delve into the depths of spirituality. With over three decades of research and insight, Robin Sacredfire exposes the limitations and shortcomings of existing religious paths. Prepare to have your beliefs shattered and your mind expanded as you embark on a quest for the supreme religion of the future. Unlike other religions that promote ignorance and complacency, "Hardcore Spirituality" offers an uncompromising approach to uncovering the ultimate truth. Say goodbye to the superficial and embrace a religion that nourishes your mind, heart, and soul. No longer will you be satisfied with mere rituals and empty doctrines. Instead, you will be invited to explore the uncharted territories of true spiritual growth and enlightenment. With a captivating writing style, Robin Sacredfire challenges the status quo with unwavering honesty and intellectual prowess. This book is a wake-up call to all seekers of truth who are tired of empty promises and shallow spirituality. It provides a roadmap to a spirituality that is unafraid to question, challenge, and evolve. Whether you are an atheist searching for answers, a spiritual seeker disillusioned with organized religion, or a curious mind yearning for deeper meaning, "Hardcore Spirituality" is the guide you've been waiting for. It invites you to step outside the confines of convention and embark on a transformative journey towards enlightenment. Key features and benefits of "Hardcore Spirituality" include: - A thought-provoking exploration of different religions and their limitations. - Insights from over three decades of extensive research and personal experience. - A vision for the supreme religion of the future, one that remains constant over thousands of years. - A call to embrace spirituality that is supported by superior minds, hearts, and souls. - A captivating writing style that challenges conventional beliefs and ignites intellectual growth. Get ready to expand your consciousness, challenge societal norms, and embrace a spirituality that goes beyond the ordinary. Join Robin Sacredfire on this transformative journey towards a religion that never settles for mediocrity. Start your quest for truth today. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of the future of spirituality. Unlock the secrets of "Hardcore Spirituality" and become a pioneer in the ultimate search for truth.
Download or read book The New Common Wealth written by Claudiu Adrian Secara and published by Algora Publishing. This book was released on 1997 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The notion of a worldwide perestroika driven by the global elite has gained credibility lately. This book examines the most intriguing paradoxes in the Soviet Union's collapse and speculates on the global implications.
Download or read book Agenda for Reform written by Cathy Kunzinger Urwin and published by University of Arkansas Press. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Winthrop Rockefeller was elected governor of Arkansas in 1966, he became the first Republican to hold the governor's office since Reconstruction. Cathy Kunzinger Urwin examines Rockefeller's tenure by looking beyond his immediate successes and failures to the broader, dramatic changes that marked the era. Rockefeller helped break up the political machines that had controlled Arkansas politics for almost a hundred years, made lasting contributions in the areas of prison reform and civil rights, and obliged the Democratic Party to find Dale Bumpers, a young, bright, progressive gubernatorial candidate to oppose him in 1970.
Download or read book Psychiatry and the Human Condition written by Roberta Passione and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-10-31 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the result of extensive archival research conducted on the Collection “Silvano Arieti Papers” held in the Manuscript Division of the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. It offers readers the first scientific biography of the renowned Italian-born psychiatrist Silvano Arieti, who in 1939 emigrated to the United States, where he gained fame and recognition for his work on schizophrenia. In 1975, the second edition of his book, Interpretation of Schizophrenia, received the National Book Award in Science. The book has been cast as a twofold journey: an exploration of the life of a psychiatrist and scientist and an overview of twentieth century psychiatry and its significant issues, debates, and transformations. Readers will find useful insights for a better understanding of psychiatry as a discipline capable of portraying the complexity of human nature.
Download or read book Lyme Disease and the SS Elbrus updated 2011 written by and published by Rachel Verdon. This book was released on with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Framing Disease written by Charles E. Rosenberg and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 1992 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many diseases discussed here--endstage renal disease, rheumatic fever, parasitic infectious diseases, coronary thrombosis--came to be defined, redefined, and renamed over the course of several centuries. As these essays show, the concept of disease has also been used to frame culturally resonant behaviors: suicide, homosexuality, anorexia nervosa, chronic fatigue syndrome. Disease is also framed by public policy, as the cases of industrial disability and of forensic psychiatry demonstrate. Medical institutions, as managers of people with disease, come to have vested interests in diagnoses, as the histories of facilities to treat tuberculosis or epilepsy reveal. Ultimately, the existence and conquest of disease serves to frame a society's sense of its own "healthiness" and to give direction to social reforms.
Download or read book Paraneoplastic Syndromes written by Robert B. Darnell and published by OUP USA. This book was released on 2011-08-22 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides a comprehensive review of paraneoplastic syndromes from considering both clinical and pathophysiologic aspects. The book provides an overview, classifying the disorders, describes a clinical approach to the diagnosis and treatment of paraneoplastic syndromes in general, and much more.
Download or read book A Certain Arrogance written by George Michael Evica and published by Trine Day. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 557 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing the first global cultural context for the assassination of John F. Kennedy, this investigation into how United States intelligence agencies and other entities manipulated liberal religious groups and educational institutions for ideological, political, and economic gain during the Cold War exposes numerous previously misunderstood political operations. Including assassinations, these projects include those facilitated by Allen Dulles, John Foster Dulles, the U.S. State Department, the Office of Strategic Services and its successor, the CIA, and other individuals and groups. Focusing on the manipulations of key individuals in the American Unitarian Association, the Unitarian Service Committee, and the Unitarian-supported Albert Schweitzer College by covert American interests during the Cold War, this exposé asserts that an unwitting Lee Harvey Oswald—an asset and pawn of American intelligence—was the ideal scapegoat in a tragically successful conspiracy to murder President Kennedy.
Download or read book Buffalo Snow Day written by David Woods and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-08-10 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buffalo, long the world's champion scapegoat city, is lionized and becomes an Aspen for the 21st century, a world center for humanism, food and recreation, through a billion dollar media scam involving, fictionally, prominent real-life Buffalo-born media celebrities.
