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 The Messiah of Shiraz: Studies in Early and Middle Babism (Iran Studies) By Denis Martin MacEoin 2009 | 738 Pages | ISBN: 9004170359 | PDF | 4 MB The 19th century saw an enormous shift in the authority structure of Iranian and Iraqi Twelver Shiism, with the victory of a theological school (Usulism) that stressed the power of the clergy. This is well known. What is less well known is that there was a parallel development of authority in the Shaykhi school and its offshoot, the Babi sect. Here, especially in later forms of Babism, the Shiite claim to charismatic authority reached its limits in hyperbolic attestations of divinity. The present text is in two parts: a study of how Shaykhism bifurcated into a form close to orthodoxy next to the highly unorthodox Babi movement. Part two examines how Babism changed after the death in 1850 of its founder, the Bab.  The Merge: A Novel by Grace Walker English | November 11, 2025 | ISBN: 0063446731, 9780063446755 | True EPUB | 320 pages | 1.7 MB A thrilling and ominously prophetic debut set in a world when Earth and its resources have been pushed to breaking point, giving rise to a revolutionary-and highly controversial-procedure in which two people's consciousness can be combined to exist in one body.  The Mending of Broken Bones: A Modern Guide to Classical Algebra by Paul Lockhart English | May 13, 2025 | ISBN: 067429632X, 9780674300477 | True EPUB | 382 pages | 14.5 MB A joyful and intimate celebration of the beauty and creativity of algebra from one of the foremost math educators of our time.  The Menace of Prosperity: New York City and the Struggle for Economic Development, 1865-1981 (Historical Studies of Urban America) by Daniel Wortel-London English | November 19, 2025 | ISBN: 022684109X, 0226841111, 9780226841106 | True EPUB | 336 pages | 7.7 MB Upends entrenched thinking about cities, demonstrating how urban economies are defined-or constrained-by the fiscal imagination of policymakers, activists, and residents.  The Measure of Our Days: Writings of William F. Winter By William F. Winter 2006 | 228 Pages | ISBN: 1578069149 | PDF | 2 MB Unlike most public figures, Governor William F. Winter (b. 1923) wrote all of his own speeches. He has enriched the political and cultural life of Mississippi and the United States for over five decades-as an infantryman in World War II, as a Mississippi House representative (1947-1959), as governor of Mississippi (1980-1984), as a member of President Bill Clinton's Advisory Board on Race (1997-1998), and as an advocate for education and racial reconciliation. The Measure of Our Days: Writings of William F. Winter presents a collection of the governor's most thoughtful writings on his home state, the South, and America in general. A sampling of his thoughts from the early 1960s to the present, the volume attests to his progressive political and moral philosophy. The tone of the writings ranges from lighthearted and informal to powerful and commanding. Collected, they reveal Winter's keen intellect, quiet wit, and stubborn political courage. The book includes an introduction by editor Andrew P. Mullins, Jr., that places Winter in a historical context and gives a brief biography of the politician. Winter is perhaps best known for his leadership in passing the 1982 Mississippi Education Reform Act which, among other things, established public kindergartens in the state. Throughout his long career, Winter has written and given speeches on a broad range of subjects-race, religion, education, book banning, community building, civil liberties, urban and agricultural development, family, literature, environmental conservation, and history-that testifies to the diversity of his interests, and his continuing engagement with American affairs.  The Meaning of Work in the New Economy (The Future of Work) By Chris Baldry, Peter Bain, Dirk Bunzel, Gregor Gall, Kay Gilbert, Jeff Hyman, Cliff Lockyer, Abigail 2007 | 384 Pages | ISBN: 140393407X | PDF | 1 MB With economies and organizations undergoing change, understanding the nature of work and its significance to people presents a critical intellectual challenge with strong implications for policy and practice. Debates surrounding meanings and relevance of work in its contemporary setting have been hampered by a shortage of solid research findings. By drawing on a substantial body of evidence, this book challenges recent assumptions about work and raises the issues of work and employment onto broader policy and management agendas.  The Meal Prep King by Meal Prep King English | April 14, 2022 | ISBN: 0241558115 | 224 pages | MOBI | 78 Mb PRE-ORDER the latest cookbook from the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author of The Meal Prep King Plan  The Mathematical Works of Lewis Carroll English | December 21, 2023 | ISBN: 8596547760368 | 679 Pages | EPUB (True) | 1.46 MB In "The Mathematical Works of Lewis Carroll," the renowned author of "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" presents a captivating exploration of logic, mathematical puzzles, and the whimsical intricacies of mathematical thought. This collection showcases Carroll's unique ability to blend serious mathematical discourse with his signature playful style, employing imaginative analogies and charming narratives. His engagement with the burgeoning fields of algebra and logic during the Victorian era situates this work at the intersection of mathematical innovation and literary creativity, highlighting his contributions to both disciplines. Lewis Carroll, the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, was not only a celebrated writer but also a mathematician and logician. As a lecturer at Christ Church, Oxford, Carroll was deeply immersed in the mathematical theories of his time, which provided fertile ground for his writings. His dual identity as a mathematician and a storyteller shaped the content of this collection, making it an essential read for those interested in the origins of mathematical thought and its representation in literature. For enthusiasts of mathematics and literature alike, "The Mathematical Works of Lewis Carroll" offers a delightful foray into the playful nature of mathematical inquiry. Readers will find themselves enchanted by Carroll's clever manipulation of logic and imagination, making this work a vital addition to any scholarly library and a compelling read for those eager to explore the intertwining worlds of numbers and narratives.  The Mathematical Sciences' Role in Homeland Security: Proceedings of a Workshop By National Research Council 2004 | 577 Pages | ISBN: 0309090350 | PDF | 2 MB Mathematical sciences play a key role in many important areas of Homeland Security including data mining and image analysis and voice recognition for intelligence analysis, encryption and decryption for intelligence gathering and computer security, detection and epidemiology of bioterriost attacks to determine their scope, and data fusion to analyze information coming from simultaneously from several sources. This report presents the results of a workshop focusing on mathematical methods and techniques for addressing these areas. The goal of the workshop is to help mathematical scientists and policy makers understand the connections between mathematical sciences research and these homeland security applications.  Morten Høi Jensen, "The Master of Contradictions: Thomas Mann and the Making of "The Magic Mountain"" English | ISBN: 0300233744 | 2025 | 248 pages | PDF | 1197 KB The arresting story of how Thomas Mann wrote The Magic Mountain as a defeated Germany descended into political chaos |
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