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The spiritual beliefs and ceremonial occasions of the Lenape Native American tribes are discussed at length in this illustrated investigation.Published in 1921, this account of the Lenape benefits from the research of the author. He contacted various chieftains and descendants of the Lenape, many of whom were scattered across different locations, particularly in Kansas and Oklahoma. The author's enquiry spans the belief structure of the Lenape; an overarching God has many minor deities subordinate, and these are listed and discussed. The importance of spirits is analyzed: some act as guardians to mortals while others corrupt with evil intentions.The photographs and illustrations depict the costumes and attire of the Lenape, plus a selection of objects significant to their ceremonies. The vision quests, notably induced by the consumption of the peyote cactus, are described and pictured. As with many Native American traditions, the natural world and the animal kingdom inspire many of the rituals: gathered groups would often dedicate their fervent prayers and songs to a given creature or aspect of nature. For the Lenape, the use of the drums during such gatherings was paramount: several illustrations of expertly carved drumsticks and drawn-out animal hides accompany the text.

Sándor Ferenczi details several of his most notable contributions to psychology and psychoanalysis in this series of essays, including his ideas about dream theory and symbolism.Ferenczi was interested in a range of subjects relevant to mental health. He was an early investigator of developmental psychology in children, observing the age at which they arrived at an conceptual understanding of reality. He recognized that childhood is a time of immensely important development; a poor upbringing is a common factor in mental ill-health later in life. Ferenczi established that trauma and fears of specific objects or phenomena acquired in childhood can persist into maturity.Departing from the Freudian ideas of his time, Ferenczi considered direct experience and discussion with individuals to be important when establishing their state of mind. Rather than simply listening to the patient's thoughts, he would question and occasionally interrupt their responses to gain a deeper insight. Expressing empathy for the patient is also considered important, that the state of mind be clearer to the psychoanalyst who is appreciated for demonstrating genuine interest and care.

This collection of essays originates from Karl Mannheim's early career, which saw him introduce theoretical concepts which remain influential in sociology to this day.Dr. Paul Kecskemeti compiled this insightful compendium of Mannheim's initial publications of sociological theory in 1951, with none of the essays having hitherto appeared in English. These writings are valuable, for they show the beginnings of several concepts which were to flourish during Mannheim's later career. His ideas surround individual thought processes, their influence upon the society at large, and how the acquisition of knowledge cultural and ideological changes a given country subtly and overtly.Many of Mannheim's ideas build upon initial investigations by Émile Durkheim, applying the idea of a sociology of knowledge to different facets of human reality. For example, he examines the impact of acquired knowledge on the social strata and different classes in a society, and how cultural and social mores are passed along with successive generations. How and to what extent intellectual ideas and the popularity of ideology foment change in a society is a recurring theme, which would see further study as Mannheim's career progressed.

First presented as miraculously rediscovered Greek erotic poetry, the Songs of Bilitis were infact the work of French author Pierre Louÿs - nevertheless, they were acclaimed for their sensual style and beauty.

Max Weber's celebrated thesis, which explores the relationship between Protestant work ethic and the emergence of capitalist enterprise, is presented here inclusive of his lengthy notes.

Alfred Louis Kroeber offers an all-embracing account of human culture, looking at its historical definitions, contemporary definitions, and its role as a foundation for all of the social sciences.

This selection of compelling essays by D. T. Suzuki compare the beliefs of Christianity to those of Buddhism, revealing what the two religions share in common.

This classic children's story by Gene Stratton Porter is about a group of birds adventuring together after a great flood changes where they live.Cardinal Grosbeak decides to tell the younger birds of his adventures as a young fledgling; the great flood was sudden and very muddy, and many birds were caught in it. Luckily the young Grosbeak was able to fly upriver, away from the worst parts of the deluge.It was here that the young bird had his greatest adventure, seeing creatures thrive in the wetlands and meeting new friends, learning how to call and sing. Most importantly of all, Grosbeak discovers the power and spirit of Mother Nature in all her glory.---Famous for her novels and children's books, Gene Stratton Porter placed admiration and respect for the natural world at the forefront of her stories. In the early 20th century, she was among the most popular authors read by young people. Her books remain appreciated to this day for their accessible style and good humor.

Frank Boreham was a master of storytelling, his love of nature and experiences of life providing an array of topics, published in collections such as this.Blessed with a gift for drawing all manner of interesting reflections from everyday things, Boreham builds stories out of slippers, holly trees, a visit to the doctor's, the scent of perfume, and the verdant fields near a village. Peppering his passages with wisdom and folksy observations plus snatches of poetic verse, the sum of the author's efforts are heartwarming anecdotes and musings of lasting appeal. Popular for decades in the early 20th century, Boreham retains a devoted audience to this day, his love of life and nature an eternal draw.The author worked as a pastor in England and Australia; the contrasting cultures and landscapes, and the journeys he took betwixt and between, were fertile ground for inspiration. His clergyman trade provided yet more sustenance for writing; in order to do his job well, Boreham had to cultivate wisdom to properly serve and assure members of his church community - humane qualities which are displayed in so many of his books.

In 1930, anthropologist E. E. Evans-Pritchard journeyed deep into the Sudanese savanna to uncover the mysteries of the nomadic Nuer tribes - this book presents his compelling discoveries.The harsh dry plains of the Sudan cannot sustain sufficient agriculture for the tribes; to thrive, the Nuer move their camps in accordance with the seasons. At the core of daily life are cattle whose milk and meat sustain the people; the cow's pliant, agreeable nature is ideal for a tribe to manage. Nuer children are raised to learn how to properly treat and nurture cattle, through milking and assisting in the birth of new calves, that the tribe may continue to flourish thereby. Conflict within the tribes, or with outside enemies, often involves the control of cattle herds.More than eighty maps, charts and photographs are included in this study, helping the reader to understand the topics. The author sought to live with the Nuer; it took months for him to achieve acceptance, and only once he had gained a measure of trust did the tribe demonstrate their unique ways of living and respond to questions. Though the Nuer are by nature wary and reserved, once he was accepted the author beheld their kindness and bonds to one another.Evans-Pritchard went on to revisit the Nuer on multiple occasions, writing further ethnological researches on their religious practices, political structures, and unique way of life.

Educational reformer John Dewey discusses the role of the school in the modern society, detailing how teaching deeply influences the lives of individual children, and the entire society thereby.

The famous science fiction novel by William Gann, a stock market trader and forecaster, is considered significant for sharing several aspects of the author's financial astrology.On the surface, this book is a novel which begins as a coming-of-age romance between young stock trader Robert Gordon and the love of his life Marie Stanton. Gordon has a gift for trading and is deemed a wunderkind of sorts by fellow Wall Street analysts. Later, the romantic aspects give way to the story of a fictional war in which the protagonist plays a role. Companies, with whom Gordon is involved, develop sophisticated technologies that dramatically alter the course of the conflict.Beneath the veneer of a conventional novel are aspects of William Gann's theories on stock market price changes. The dates mentioned correspond to the movements of the planets and the moon. Those devoted or otherwise interested in Gann's methods have studied this novel as a means of understanding how the author planned his purchases and sales of company stock. Other earthly events, such as the flooding of the Mississippi River, are also held to be significant in the context of Gordon purchasing and selling stocks.

This inspiring book is stocked with examples of everyday Christian virtue, how the personal expression of virtue leads believers to a life of happiness and fulfillment in the Lord's service.Drawing on Biblical stories and the life of Jesus, Frank Boreham explains with wisdom and knowledge how Christians used their insight to beneficent ends. Through the examples of conduct given in the stories of the Bible, the receptive believer can gain an impression of what virtue means in matters of personal conduct, and in dealing with the challenges of life. These are matters such as enduring the hardship of poverty, coping with the emotionally battering experience of grief, and the importance of discussion and compromise between those in conflict.Frank Boreham was all too used to drawing upon spiritual wisdom to offer guidance to ordinary Christians. Born and educated in England, as a young man Boreham decided to emigrate Australia and become a minister; it was his poignant and relatable writings that earned him fame. His decades spent writing and working as a priest were ample acquaintance for a range of subjects inclusive of the Heavenly Octave of virtue. Accordingly, readers felt assured and enthused when reading his many and varied books.

Frank Boreham was a minister born in England - his life underwent drastic change when he migrated to Australia, which became both his home and his inspiration.The Luggage of Life is the most autobiographical book written by the author, recounting the various escapades and challenges that accompanied the changes in his surroundings. Conscious of the fact he was well-traveled and knowledgeable of different countries, Frank Boreham sought to gain and channel his life experiences into his work as a Christian minister. The various anecdotes that comprise this book, of places seen and people met, contributed to a spiritual philosophy the author lived by.As well as being an insightful and heartening memoir of a worldly person, The Luggage of Life also offers glimpses of life in England and Australia in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Observant and reflective by nature, Boreham draws upon the literature he appreciated to articulate his adventures. As a clergyman, he makes apt use of Christian allegory and a uniquely colorful kind of wisdom to further imbue each of these stories with memorable expressiveness seldom seen in autobiographic works by those with a background in the church.