Download or read book The Rugged Terrain to the American Dream written by Charles Addo and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2000 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born and raised in the West African nation of Ghana, David, this eccentric young man travels to America in search of the American Dream, only to discover a complex labyrinth of harsh reality in which he had been caught. A thought-provoking novel that examines the friction from moral and legal perspectives, between bending the rules of a host country in response to the strict demands of personal survival instinct, and the unbending realities of the host country抯 contemporary legal tradition. In a lively recollection, the author articulates David抯 search for a piece of the American Dream with characteristic zest and humor. Culminating in a defiance of great odds into eventual triumph, David rises from the rubbles of extreme homelessness that almost cost him his life, and illustriously comes out unscathed to complete with high academic honors, a Ph.D. in business administration from an American university. A must read novel that inspires with an unusual insight into the resilience of the human spirit under the severest of adversities, reveals human frailties in the indulgence of prurient appetites, while simultaneously exposing the loopholes in the higher educational loan dispensation system.
Download or read book The Humane Gardener written by Nancy Lawson and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2017-04-18 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
Download or read book The American Dream written by Jim Cullen and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cullen particularly focuses on the founding fathers and the Declaration of Independence ("the charter of the American Dream"); Abraham Lincoln, with his rise from log cabin to White House and his dream for a unified nation; and Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream of racial equality. Our contemporary version of the American Dream seems rather debased in Cullen's eyes-built on the cult of Hollywood and its outlandish dreams of overnight fame and fortune.
Download or read book In the Shadow of the American Dream written by David Wojnarowicz and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2014-06-03 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From life in the streets and love in the alleys to fame in the spotlight and an untimely death—raw, biting, and brilliant selections from the personal journals of one of the most uniquely creative artists of the late twentieth century When his life ended at age thirty-seven—a casualty of the AIDS epidemic that took so many before their time—David Wojnarowicz had long since established himself as one of America’s most vital artists and activists. In the Shadow of the American Dream is a stunning collection of riveting and revealing chapters from Wojnarowicz’s extensive personal diaries—thirty volumes’ worth of memories and lucid observations, some bitter, some sweet—that the author began writing when he was seventeen and continued until his death two decades later. Here is a brilliant chronicle of an artist’s emergence—a young man’s still achingly fresh memories of his unhappy adolescence and his glorious discovery of self. Wojnarowicz recalls his life on Manhattan’s Lower East Side with no shame or regret, and shares his hitchhiking journeys across the country. He talks of art and love and sex—embracing who he is fully and accepting his heartbreaking fate without pathos—while providing fascinating glimpses into the vibrant and colorful New York art scene and poignant views of life and death among the AIDS community. At once frightening and courageous, joyous and disturbing, enlightening and honest, In the Shadow of the American Dream is a treasured addition to the enduring literary legacy of David Wojnarowicz and a true testament to his unique brilliance.
Download or read book The Technological Fix written by Lisa Rosner and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The term "technological fix" should mean a fix provided by technology--a solution for all of our problems, from medicine and food production to the environment and business. Instead, technological fix has come to mean a cheap, quick fix using inappropriate technology that usually creates more problems than it solves. This collection sets out the distinction between a technological fix and a true technological solution. Bringing together scholars from a variety of disciplines, the essays trace the technological fix as it has appeared throughout the twentieth century. Addressing such "fixes" as artificial hearts, industrial agriculture and climate engineering, these essays examine our need to turn to technology for solutions to all of our problems.
Download or read book The American Dream written by Lawrence R. Samuel and published by Syracuse University Press. This book was released on 2012-08-27 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is no better way to understand America than by understanding the cultural history of the American Dream. Rather than just a powerful philosophy or ideology, the Dream is thoroughly woven into the fabric of everyday life, playing a vital role in who we are, what we do, and why we do it. No other idea or mythology has as much influence on our individual and collective lives. Tracing the history of the phrase in popular culture, Samuel gives readers a field guide to the evolution of our national identity over the last eighty years. Samuel tells the story chronologically, revealing that there have been six major eras of the mythology since the phrase was coined in 1931. Relying mainly on period magazines and newspapers as his primary source material, the author demonstrates that journalists serving on the front lines of the scene represent our most valuable resource to recover unfiltered stories of the Dream. The problem, Samuel reveals, is that it does not exist; the Dream is just that, a product of our imagination. That it is not real ultimately turns out to be the most significant finding and what makes the story most compelling.
Download or read book Unlocking the Chain of Poverty written by Elpidio R. Estioko and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2022-08-24 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlocking the Chain of Poverty: In Pursuit of the American Dream, is a book of guts, survival, and the will to persevere against all odds. It chronicled a Filipino immigrant’s exploits in the US who reluctantly immigrated to the US with his wife and five of their six children at a time of declining global economy in the 1990’s. It actually captured how a family of seven with children ages 4 to 16 started a life in the US with very minimal assistance from immediate family members but friends and yet succeeded in realizing the American Dream... the hard way! It echoed Hillary Clinton’s book, “It Takes a Village: and Other Lessons Children Teach,” theme that applied to all kinds of successes and failures on the outcome of the child. The book, published in 1996, captured Hillary’s vision for the children of America focusing on the impact individuals and groups outside the family, have, for better or for worse, on a child’s well-being, and advocates of society meets all of a child’s needs. It also showcased how necessity played a vital role in their lives prompting them to work harder and chased every opportunity that came their way in order to make a living and bring food to the table. The book also exemplified how love and understanding evolved within the family that had to weather the effects of the ailing economy to be able to survive. All it needed to succeed, ultimately, was hard work, strong commitment, having a very supportive wife, strong belief in God, and the will to move on and pursue one’s goals.
Download or read book New Mexico Homesteading written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-06-29 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Discover the Rich Legacy of New Mexico Homesteading** Step into a time machine and journey back to when dreamers and pioneers first set foot on New Mexico's untamed land. "New Mexico Homesteading" offers an immersive gateway into the hopes, struggles, and triumphs of early settlers in this unforgiving yet breathtaking state. **Chapter 1** sets the stage with the birth of homesteading in New Mexico, from the passionate tales of early settlers to the far-reaching impacts of the Homestead Act of 1862. Feel the nation's fervor as government promotions lured dreamers towards a new frontier. Venture into the heart of the land in **Chapter 2**, where the stark beauty of mountains, mesas, and deserts presents formidable challenges. Learn the survival tactics of brave souls who endured extreme climates and navigated pervasive water scarcity. **Chapter 3** brings you to the core of homestead life, from selecting the ideal site to constructing enduring adobe and log cabins. Dive into the meticulous planning that went into creating self-sustaining homesteads with barns, corrals, and gardens. The relentless daily grind is captured in **Chapter 4**. Discover the ingenuity behind dry farming techniques, the dedication required for raising livestock, and the constant battle against predators and pests. Food and resource sustainability are unraveled in **Chapter 5**. Master the art of cultivating crops in arid conditions, hunting and foraging, and preserving food for the harshest times. Explore essential tools and pioneering technology in **Chapter 6**, and the integral roles of blacksmiths and farriers in community life. **Chapter 7** delves into the social fabric that bound homesteaders together, fostering traditions, celebrations, and starting educational and religious institutions. Women’s indispensable role shines in **Chapter 8**. Uncover their contributions, from homemaking to resilient tales of leadership in the face of adversity. Navigate the complex relationships with Native Americans in **Chapter 9**, steeped in trading, conflict, and cultural exchange. Understand the dualities of law enforcement in **Chapter 10**, where outlaws thrived and vigilante justice reigned, and witness the trials of land disputes and legal challenges. Health and medicine in **Chapter 11** reveal old remedies, midwifery practices, and the ministrations of traveling doctors and herbalists. Economic struggles and modest successes punctuate **Chapter 12**, highlighting markets, trading posts, and remarkable stories of prosperity amidst hardship. Feel the earth shake under the arrival of the railroad in **Chapter 13**, transforming trade, travel, and the very essence of homestead life. Witness the resilience during environmental and economic cataclysms in **Chapter 14**, as settlers faced the Dust Bowl and Great Depression. Finally, **Chapter 15** rejuvenates the spirit with modern homesteading movements, exploring eco-friendly practices and the enduring legacy of today’s New Mexico homesteaders. "New Mexico Homesteading" is an unmissable exploration for history enthusiasts, budding homesteaders, and anyone fascinated by the indomitable spirit of those who shaped the Southwest. Don’t miss your chance to own this compelling chronicle!
Download or read book Wildness in Jack London s The Call of The Wild written by Gary Wiener and published by Greenhaven Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2014-04-25 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jack London's The Call of the Wild became an immediate literary sensation upon publication, selling out its first print run and gaining critical acclaim nationwide. The popular adventure story follows Buck, a sled dog, whose transformation from a domestic pet to the Alpha male of a pack demonstrates defining American themes such as survival, determination, cunning, and loyalty. This informative volume explores the life and work of Jack London, with a focus on the nature-based themes of pastoralism and wildness within The Call of the Wild. It also includes a selection of modern viewpoints on wilderness and nature, allowing readers to connect the themes of the text to the issues of today's world.
Download or read book Hiking the Trail of Truth written by Mark Stephen Taylor and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2009-02 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The desire to know God is universal-we want to understand our connection. Have you ever hiked the high mountains or explored the deserts of the American southwest? Have you wandered inquisitively through a thick forest, or just sat down beside a rushing stream? Have you pondered the intricate design of a flower or discovered the water canals in a single blade of grass? Have you considered the majesty of the birds or the way of the animals? The greatest Artist in all the universe created each of these things. They know the Artist and can teach you how deeply He cares for you as a human being. You are about to embark on an illuminating journey in the company of author Mark Stephen Taylor. A former California police officer, educated in criminal psychology, geology, and now a Biblical teacher and counselor, Mark offers us unique insights into the profound attributes of God, through His creation. He also enlightens us, with intense honesty, regarding who we are, what we are, and where we're going. He helps us to understand our purpose in life. Through his own autobiography He hikes us over a diversity of terrain, allowing us to make personal discoveries beyond any expectation. Hiking the Trail of Truth is the adventure of a lifetime. If you have what it takes to endure the journey it will be remarkably well worth your time. Whether you are an artist, a scientist, a doctor, a lawyer, a teacher, a preacher, an executive, an office worker or a laborer of any kind-no matter what your calling in life-you will be both physically and spiritually nourished by this hike. Do you enjoy hiking? Well, what are you waiting for? Come along-let's do it! Summary by Sandra M. Eisenhower, Artist, Petaluma, CA.
Download or read book The All Consuming Nation written by Mark H. Lytle and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2021 with total page 537 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In some ways, The All Consuming Nation is an autobiography of the babyboom generation since it highlights the consumer culture and rising environmental consciousness that has been central to that generation's lived experience. That should appeal to a wide audience of regular readers. Those who are sensitive to such current issues as wealth inequality, climate change, and the environmental consequences of mass consumerism will also find the book as a way to see how we reached our contemporary crisis points and possible ways to curb current excesses. The book alternates chapters on the evolving consumer economy with chapters on environmental critiques of mass consumerism. It considers the technologies that have fuelled consumption, strategies such as planned obsolescence that sustain consumption, and the shift in retailing from brick and mortar to on-line shopping. Environmental critics have viewed every shift in patterns of increasing consumption as ultimately unsustainable. Finally, the book should serve as text for post World War II surveys in American History, Environmental History, as well as business and marketing courses"--
Download or read book The Future of US Warfare written by Scott N. Romaniuk and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-03-31 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an interdisciplinary analysis of the future of US warfare, including its military practices and the domestic and global challenges it faces. The need to undertake a comprehensive analysis about the future of warfare for the US is more pressing today than ever before. New technologies and adversaries, both old and new, have the potential to revolutionize how wars are fought, and it is imperative that policy makers, military planners, and scholars engage with the latest analyses regarding these new threats and weapon systems. The primary aim of this book is to provide a clear and comprehensive depiction of the types of conflict that the United States is likely to become involved with in the future, as well as the methods of warfare that it may employ within these struggles. While a number of scholarly books have previously considered some of the potential features of US warfare in the future, many of these writings are either outdated or have limited their focus to just one or two of the main types of warfare that may occur and omitted consideration of the others. This book intends to remedy this deficiency in the literature. The volume consists of thematic chapters which address the key issues relevant to the future of US warfare, including cyber warfare, asymmetric conflicts, drone warfare, and nuclear strategy. Through the provision of a series of analyses by leading international academics, the volume provides an important interdisciplinary examination of the different areas of warfare that the United States is expected to use or encounter in the future. This book will be of great interest to students of US foreign policy, military studies, strategic studies and International Relations in general.
Download or read book Foreclosed Rehousing the American Dream written by and published by The Museum of Modern Art. This book was released on with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Terrorism written by Hal Marcovitz and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book describes in detail terrorist attacks of the twentieth century and discusses the steps society takes to avoid terrorism in the future.
Download or read book Understanding Careers written by Kerr Inkson and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2006-07-07 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding Careers: The Metaphors of Working Lives uses a unique framework of nine archetypal metaphors to encapsulate the field of career studies. Using an easy-to-read style, author Kerr Inkson examines key concepts, illustrating them with over 50 authentic career cases, to build an excellent bridge between theory and “real life.”
Download or read book Index to America written by Norma Olin Ireland and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 1989 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Gender and Firearms written by Peter Squires and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-04-17 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Private gun ownership for self-defense remains a major personal and public issue in the United States, driven by concerns about crime, vulnerability and a range of ‘ideological’ factors, including race and gender. As media attention centres upon the extent to which women are taking up firearms, with the gun lobby and firearms manufacturers celebrating the ‘new armed woman’, and guns being promoted as ‘Rape Prevention Kits’, this book explores the changing gendered aspects of gun ownership. Can ownership of firearms by women be considered, as some have claimed, the embodiment of what might be termed ‘pioneer feminism’, as women resist male violence in a dangerous world, or are different stories told by the prominence of women in firearms control campaigns, or the fact that women remain frequent victims of male gun ownership? Analysing representations of the ‘armed woman’ in firearm and gun lobby marketing and advertising campaigns, together with television and popular music forms, Gender and Firearms: My Body, My Choice, My Gun examines the directions taken in the public debate on weaponisation in the United States, considering the role of women in the politics of gun safety and gun control. The book draws on statistical evidence in order to shed light on trends in gun ownership, whilst engaging with feminist scholarship on the relationship between gender, violence, risk and vulnerabilities, thus opening up critical new debates surrounding identity, performance, gender and risk in contemporary societies. As such the book will be of likely interest to sociologists and scholars of sociology, criminology, and cultural and media studies with interests in gender, embodiment, risk, crime and violence.
