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The Humourous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit

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Considering the enormous interest which the Public have in “a more efficient and speedy administration of justice,” I am not surprised that a Second Edition of “Mr. Bumpkins Lawsuit” should be called for so soon after the publication of the first. If any proof were wanting that I had not overstated the evils attendant on the present system, it would be found in the case of Smitherman v. The South ... Read more

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Considering the enormous interest which the Public have in “a more efficient and speedy administration of justice,” I am not surprised that a Second Edition of “Mr. Bumpkins Lawsuit” should be called for so soon after the publication of the first. If any proof were wanting that I had not overstated the evils attendant on the present system, it would be found in the case of Smitherman v. The South
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Artisan Farming

Lessons, Lore, and Recipes

by Richard Harris, Lisa Fox, Trent Edwards ...

Explore the unique farming culture of New Mexico through stories, recipes, and photographs in this book of rustic artisanal living.Life is hard for the artisanal farmers of New Mexico—but they wouldn't have it any other way. They take pride in their land, their soil, their crops, and their families. Competition for business is friendly and cordial. Neighbors help neighbors, and community is key. ... Read more

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Explore the unique farming culture of New Mexico through stories, recipes, and photographs in this book of rustic artisanal living.Life is hard for the artisanal farmers of New Mexico—but they wouldn't have it any other way. They take pride in their land, their soil, their crops, and their families. Competition for business is friendly and cordial. Neighbors help neighbors, and community is key.
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Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think

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For fans of Freakonomics and Thinking, Fast and Slow, here is a book by Hans Rosling, the scientist called "a true inspiration" by Bill Gates, that teaches us how to see the world as it truly is. Factfulness: The stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which you have strong supporting facts. When asked simple questions about global trends-what percentage of the world's population live ... Read more

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For fans of Freakonomics and Thinking, Fast and Slow, here is a book by Hans Rosling, the scientist called "a true inspiration" by Bill Gates, that teaches us how to see the world as it truly is. Factfulness: The stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which you have strong supporting facts. When asked simple questions about global trends-what percentage of the world's population live
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Rigor Mortis

How Sloppy Science Creates Worthless Cures, Crushes Hope, and Wastes Billions

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An essential book to understanding whether the new miracle cure is good science or simply too good to be trueAmerican taxpayers spend $30 billion annually funding biomedical research, but over half of these studies can't be replicated due to poor experimental design, improper methods, and sloppy statistics. Bad science doesn't just hold back medical progress, it can sign the equivalent of a death ... Read more

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An essential book to understanding whether the new miracle cure is good science or simply too good to be trueAmerican taxpayers spend $30 billion annually funding biomedical research, but over half of these studies can't be replicated due to poor experimental design, improper methods, and sloppy statistics. Bad science doesn't just hold back medical progress, it can sign the equivalent of a death
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The Shaping of a Soul

A Life Taken by Surprise

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Richard Harries was serving as a soldier in Germany when he suddenly had an overwhelming sense that God was calling him to be ordained. He had virtually no religious background, but like Martin Luther, he could do no other. The Shaping of a Soul is the story of a man who has engaged in some of the major issues of our time and who, for fifty years, has been a much loved voice on 'Thought for the ... Read more

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Richard Harries was serving as a soldier in Germany when he suddenly had an overwhelming sense that God was calling him to be ordained. He had virtually no religious background, but like Martin Luther, he could do no other. The Shaping of a Soul is the story of a man who has engaged in some of the major issues of our time and who, for fifty years, has been a much loved voice on 'Thought for the
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The Art of Risk

What we can learn from the world's leading risk-takers

by Richard Harris ...

Diving doctor on the Thai Cave Rescue (now a Netflix series) and former joint Australian of the Year explores the stories of other people who regularly risk their lives and what we can learn from their expertise.Are free-solo climbers, underwater cave explorers and big-wave surfers crazy ... or cautious? How do soldiers and fighter pilots manage risk? What can we learn from how BASE jumpers and ... Read more

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Diving doctor on the Thai Cave Rescue (now a Netflix series) and former joint Australian of the Year explores the stories of other people who regularly risk their lives and what we can learn from their expertise.Are free-solo climbers, underwater cave explorers and big-wave surfers crazy ... or cautious? How do soldiers and fighter pilots manage risk? What can we learn from how BASE jumpers and
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The Humourous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit

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"The Humorous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit" by Richard Harris is a delightful comedy set in rural life, centering on the absurd legal proceedings surrounding Farmer Bumpkin. Harris masterfully blends satire and wit to offer a hilarious portrayal of the quirks and misadventures of small-town existence. Through clever storytelling, he navigates the intricacies of the legal system, infusing the ... Read more

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"The Humorous Story of Farmer Bumpkin's Lawsuit" by Richard Harris is a delightful comedy set in rural life, centering on the absurd legal proceedings surrounding Farmer Bumpkin. Harris masterfully blends satire and wit to offer a hilarious portrayal of the quirks and misadventures of small-town existence. Through clever storytelling, he navigates the intricacies of the legal system, infusing the
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Building a Market

The Rise of the Home Improvement Industry, 1914–1960

by Richard Harris ...

Series series Historical Studies of Urban America
A unique study of how the American Dream came to be—and came to be constantly updated and renovated: "A pleasure to read."— American Historical ReviewEach year, North Americans spend as much money fixing up their homes as they do buying new ones. This obsession with improving our dwellings has given rise to a multibillion-dollar industry that includes countless books, magazines, cable shows, and ... Read more

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A unique study of how the American Dream came to be—and came to be constantly updated and renovated: "A pleasure to read."— American Historical ReviewEach year, North Americans spend as much money fixing up their homes as they do buying new ones. This obsession with improving our dwellings has given rise to a multibillion-dollar industry that includes countless books, magazines, cable shows, and
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Seven Orgasms for Women

by Richard Harris ...

This book includes seven short prose (20 pages) written as a gift to women, for women to read, and enjoy the effects it may have on them, if they let their imaginations flow. This book was written by a man. (This book is for adult women only) If you enjoy reading this eBook, please come back and write a review for it, so others will be encouraged to read it. Thank You. If you enjoy reading this ... Read more

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This book includes seven short prose (20 pages) written as a gift to women, for women to read, and enjoy the effects it may have on them, if they let their imaginations flow. This book was written by a man. (This book is for adult women only) If you enjoy reading this eBook, please come back and write a review for it, so others will be encouraged to read it. Thank You. If you enjoy reading this
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How Cities Matter

by Richard Harris ...

Series series Elements in Global Urban History
Most historians and social scientists treat cities as mere settings. In fact, urban places shape our experience. There, daily life has a faster, artificial rhythm and, for good and ill, people and agencies affect each other through externalities (uncompensated effects) whose impact is inherently geographical. In economic terms, urban concentration enables efficiency and promotes innovation while ... Read more

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Most historians and social scientists treat cities as mere settings. In fact, urban places shape our experience. There, daily life has a faster, artificial rhythm and, for good and ill, people and agencies affect each other through externalities (uncompensated effects) whose impact is inherently geographical. In economic terms, urban concentration enables efficiency and promotes innovation while
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The Beauty and the Horror

Searching For God In A Suffering World

by Richard Harries ...

'For anyone who is fascinated by the phenomenon of religion, this is a deeply interesting book.'Mary WarnockAlthough we can all give meaning to our lives by trying to live well, is there some given meaning to be discovered?Science cannot answer this question, and philosophical arguments leave the issue open. The monotheistic religions claim that the meaning has been revealed to us, and Christians ... Read more

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'For anyone who is fascinated by the phenomenon of religion, this is a deeply interesting book.'Mary WarnockAlthough we can all give meaning to our lives by trying to live well, is there some given meaning to be discovered?Science cannot answer this question, and philosophical arguments leave the issue open. The monotheistic religions claim that the meaning has been revealed to us, and Christians
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Creeping Conformity

How Canada Became Suburban, 1900-1960

by Richard Harris ...

Series series Themes in Canadian History
Creeping Conformity, the first history of suburbanization in Canada, provides a geographical perspective – both physical and social – on Canada's suburban past. Shaped by internal and external migration, decentralization of employment, and increased use of the streetcar and then the automobile, the rise of the suburb held great social promise, reflecting the aspirations of Canadian families for ... Read more

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Creeping Conformity, the first history of suburbanization in Canada, provides a geographical perspective – both physical and social – on Canada's suburban past. Shaped by internal and external migration, decentralization of employment, and increased use of the streetcar and then the automobile, the rise of the suburb held great social promise, reflecting the aspirations of Canadian families for
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