Sheldon Anderson Knihy

Some 50,000 British Territorials served in India during the Great War. Astonishingly, it has taken a century for a book on them to be written.

The book critically analyzes the historical myths that shaped U.S. containment policy during the Cold War, challenging the notion that lessons from past diplomatic events, such as nineteenth-century power dynamics and key agreements like Munich and Yalta, were applicable. Anderson contends that the historical record contradicts these assumptions, offering a fresh perspective on how misconceptions influenced American foreign policy during a pivotal era.

The book explores how modern sports contribute to the formation of national identities and how political leaders have leveraged sports for their domestic and foreign policy agendas. It highlights the evolution of national sporting cultures in Great Britain and the United States, examining the global response to these games and their political implications. Through this analysis, it reveals the intricate relationship between sports and politics across different regions.

The book introduces a straightforward method for learning a foreign language by memorizing just five words a day, leading to fluency in a year. By focusing on practical vocabulary essential for daily conversations, the author simplifies the learning process, drawing from a curated list of 1,825 commonly used words. The approach minimizes overwhelm and encourages consistent practice, making language acquisition both manageable and enjoyable. Each day includes a review of previous words to reinforce memory, ensuring gradual and effective learning.

"STANLEY® Jr Woodworking is Awesome introduces young makers to the world of wood, with cool projects like a birdhouse, toss across game, and more!"-- Provided by publisher

STANLEY (R) Jr's Gardening is Awesome gets kids building and learning in the garden with a dozen fun projects. Kids can jump right in with an introduction to gardening. A complete basics section on vegetables, fruits, flowers, trees, and shrubs kicks things off. You'll also learn how to make super soiland keep plants happy with the right amount of sunlight and water. A complete garden gear guide gets you ready for growing. The rest of the book is all about the projects. Chapters and projects include: Gardening How-Tos shows you how to test soil drainage and start plants in an egg carton. Great Bed Gardens sets you up for success when planting a row garden, a colorful summer flower garden, and more. Container Gardening shows you how to grow strawberries in a 5-Gallon bucket and create a beautiful bulb box. Raised Bed Plots feature a square foot garden, uplifted herb garden, and even a vertical garden! With clearly written steps and helpful photographs, the aim is for kids to lead. STEAM/STEMlearning opportunities are part of the fun as well! Fun facts and explorations accompany the projects throughout the book, highlighting everything from composting chemistry to the math behind a square foot garden. Kids are encouraged to develop a maker mentality, fostering creative problem-solving and open-ended exploration. Build and explore in the garden!