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Enlisting memory in a new fight for freedom From the Gilded Age through the Progressive era, labor movements reinterpreted Abraham Lincoln as a liberator of working people while workers equated activism with their own service fighting for freedom during the war. Matthew E. Stanley explores the wide-ranging meanings and diverse imagery used by Civil War veterans within the sprawling radical politics of the time. As he shows, a rich world of rituals, songs, speeches, and newspapers emerged among the many strains of working class cultural politics within the labor movement. Yet tensions arose even among allies. Some people rooted Civil War commemoration in nationalism and reform, and in time, these conservative currents marginalized radical workers who tied their remembering to revolution, internationalism, and socialism. An original consideration of meaning and memory, Grand Army of Labor reveals the complex ways workers drew on themes of emancipation and equality in the long battle for workers’ rights.

'Deeply researched and profoundly absorbing . . . Matthew Stanley traces one of the greatest epics of scientific history . . . An amazing story' Michael Frayn, author of Tony Award-winning Copenhagen In 1916, Arthur Eddington, a war-weary British astronomer, opened a letter written by an obscure German professor named Einstein. The neatly printed equations on the scrap of paper outlined his world-changing theory of general relativity. Until then Einstein's masterpiece of time and space had been trapped behind the physical and ideological lines of battle, unknown. Einstein's name is now synonymous with 'genius', but it was not an easy road. He spent a decade creating relativity and his ascent to global celebrity owed much to against-the-odds international collaboration, including Eddington's globe-spanning expedition of 1919 - two years before they finally met. We usually think of scientific discovery as a flash of individual inspiration, but here we see it is the result of hard work, gambles and wrong turns. Einstein's War is a celebration of what science can offer when bigotry and nationalism are defeated. Using previously unknown sources and written like a thriller, it shows relativity being built brick-by-brick in front of us, as it happened 100 years ago. 'Riveting . . . Stanley lets us share the excitement a hundred years later in this entertaining and gripping book. It's a must read if you ever wondered how Einstein became 'Einstein'' Manjit Kumar, author of Quantum

How can we envision our finitude as a starting point for reflection, rather than as a prison to be escaped? This collection asks that question with renewed force through a dialogue with Christian theology, Japanese waka poetry, Mahayana Buddhism, and the philosophy of Martin Heidegger. This accessible text brings multiple theoretical and artistic voices together in a way that's rarely seen, including concepts from both past thinkers and the author's own poetry. Inside this work you'll find an essay on the adventure of finitude, drawing on both Heidegger and Dōgen to sketch the dynamic form of finitude and its inextricable relationship with death. Then the text presents the reader with an in-depth essay exploring the life and poetry of the 11th century poet-monk Saigyo. As one of the great waka masters, Saigyo's work confronts us with the rising and passing away of phenomena as he struggles to find his home amidst the change. Finally, this collection includes a number of original waka poems, as well as selected interpretations of some of the poems which help to demonstrate the contemporary power of the waka form for wrestling with questions of finitude and change.

In the Pacific Northwest, the Survivalist Party is formed, a political party dedicated to sustainable living. Bolinas resident Lou Swift discovers a new way to tap solar energy, but utility executives fight against further development of her invention.

Two superpowers - The Akalan Nation and the City States of Shaweh - are at war. The Akalan Nation is a brutal theocracy that believe the City States are evil for not following their beliefs, and both sides are decimated from the years of fighting. In a desperate move to try and win the war for his people and his faith, the king of the Akalans, Darius, enlists the power of a mysterious man with supernatural powers named Lialthas, who claims to be an angel sent to help the righteous win the war against the disbelievers. However, as Darius soon discovers, Lialthas is not who he says he is - and he has his own motives and aspirations to power. Written in verse, The Empty One is the first novel in the series The Fallen Conviction, which chronicles a tale of war, intrigue, and magic.

James Clark seemingly has everything that a man could ever want. His advertising agency is bringing in lots of cash. He has a beautiful wife, two wonderful children, and a great home in Charleston, West Virginia. But James is also the sort of man who brings his sister-in-law into his bed, fl irts with other women and engages in unethical business practices. Even worse, he doesn't see anything wrong with his behavior. Sarah Jane urges her husband to go to marriage counseling with Pastor Douglas, but he refuses, knowing that she will never leave him. The pastor, however, ends up affecting the couple's relationship in ways they never would have imagined. As Sarah Jane works on her marriage, her husband focuses on work, fi lming a commercial for a coal company. Soon, he's not just fi ghting with his wife but also a conservancy group that is against everything that James and his clients represent. James can't believe it, but everything begins slipping away. To hold onto his life, he must do all that he can to redeem himself in Making Love with God. But James is also the sort of man who brings his sister-in-law into his bed, flirts with other women and engages in unethical business practices. Even worse, he doesn't see anything wrong with his behavior.Sarah Jane urges her husband to go to marriage counseling with Pastor Douglas, but he refuses, knowing that she will never leave him. The pastor, however, ends up affecting the couple's relationship in ways they never would have imagined.As Sarah Jane works on her marriage, her husband focuses on work, filming a commercial for a coal company. Soon, he's not just fighting with his wife but also a conservancy group that is against everything that James and his clients represent.James can't believe it, but everything begins slipping away. To hold onto his life, he must do all that he can to redeem himself in Making Love with God.

In "Ande Trembath: A Tale of Old Cornwall England," Matthew Stanley Kemp crafts a vivid narrative that captures the essence of Cornwall's enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry. The book is a blend of historical fiction and adventure, exploring themes of identity, resilience, and the interplay between man and nature. Kemp's lyrical prose and immersive dialogue bring to life the struggles and triumphs of the titular character, Ande Trembath, against the backdrop of Cornwall's storied past. Engaging with local folklore and myth, the novel contributes to the resurgence of regional narratives in contemporary literature, inviting readers to delve into a world where the boundaries between history and legend intertwine. Matthew Stanley Kemp, an author deeply influenced by his own Cornish heritage, draws upon decades of research and personal connection to this mystical region. His passion for storytelling is evident, as he seeks to unveil the untold tales of Cornwall'Äôs past. Kemp's meticulous attention to historical detail and the incorporation of local dialect enrich the narrative, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the world he creates. This book is highly recommended for lovers of historical fiction and anyone intrigued by the captivating stories of Cornwall. Kemp's enchanting tale is a thoughtfully woven tapestry of heritage and human experience that not only engages the mind but also warms the heart, making it a must-read for anyone seeking adventure and connection to the past.