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John Baldwin

    John Denison Baldwin byl americký politik, redaktor a popularizátor antropologických studií. Ve své práci se zabýval zejména otázkou původu tzv. „Stavitelů mohyl“ v údolích řek Mississippi a Ohio. Baldwin odmítl tehdy rozšířené teorie o jejich evropském či asijském původu a naopak prosazoval, že tito „Stavitelé mohyl“ byli původním, plně americkým obyvatelstvem. Zároveň se však domníval, že se jednalo o jinou rasu než o indiánské obyvatelstvo tehdejší Severní Ameriky, které podle něj pocházelo z Asie.

    Jubilee History 1860-1910
    Paris, 1200
    Ending the Science Wars
    Last Flag Down
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    • V městečku na jihu Kalifornie zemřou dvě děti na nemoc, o níž vědci předpokládali, že se již v USA nevyskytuje. V téže době dojde k hromadnému úhynu závodních koní v jedné z nejlepších stájí: jde o neznámý virus. Virolog Jack Bryne zjišťuje, že v obou případech jde o čin nebezpečného bioteroristy. Když odhalí podobnost mezi oběma událostmi a pátou a šestou biblickou morovou ranou, stojí nejen před úkolem vraždícího šílence vypátrat, ale i zabránit mu v dalším zabíjení. Bryne však netuší, že vrah má spadeno i na něj. Ke všemu se sám stává pro FBI podezřelým číslo jedna...

      Jedenáctá morová rána
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      The story centers on Jane Douglas, who frequently checks her Caller ID and encounters an unsettling anonymous caller that hangs up. This moment of suspense is juxtaposed with a vivid scene where she accidentally knocks over a vase filled with autumn flowers, creating a striking visual of scattered colors and crystal shards. The imagery reflects the disruption in her life, hinting at underlying themes of chaos and the unexpected.

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      The Epic Journey of the Last Confederate Warship

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      Set during the waning days of the Civil War, the narrative follows the Confederate raider Shenandoah, tasked with crippling the U.S. economy. Led by the valiant Conway Whittle and the brooding Capt. James Waddell, the diverse crew embarks on a perilous 15,000-mile voyage, sinking Union ships and capturing prisoners. Their mission takes a dark turn when they learn the war has ended, and they are now viewed as pirates. The story explores themes of courage, nobility, and camaraderie in the face of overwhelming odds.

      Last Flag Down
    • Ending the Science Wars

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      Critics claim that science, including social science, is 'merely a social construction' that fallible humans have created with words and other symbols. This title explains why the edifice of science has robust properties that make it one of the most useful forms of knowledge that humans have ever created, although it is not perfect.

      Ending the Science Wars
    • This book makes use of vivid primary documents to provide a fascinating portrait of Paris in the year 1200: a key moment in its history, when the modern French capital was being born.

      Paris, 1200
    • The book is a reprint of its original 1883 edition, preserving the historical context and authenticity of the time. It offers readers a glimpse into the past, showcasing themes and narratives that were significant in the late 19th century. The reprint aims to provide contemporary audiences with access to classic literature, allowing for a deeper understanding of the era's cultural and societal dynamics.

      History and Guide to Newburgh and Washington's Headquarters, and a Catalogue of Manuscripts and Relics in Washington's Headquarters
    • This reprint of a historical book, originally published in 1872, aims to preserve and provide access to classic literature. Offered by Anatiposi, the edition acknowledges that due to its age, it may contain missing pages or lower quality. The initiative focuses on keeping historical works available to the public, ensuring that these important texts are not forgotten.

      Ancient America, in Notes on American Archaeology
    • Surveys the history of modern model theory, emphasizing the significance, both for philosophy and for mathematical practice, of its mid-twentieth century transformation. Rich in both context and technical detail, this book will appeal to those working on the history and philosophy of mathematics.

      Model Theory and the Philosophy of Mathematical Practice