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In this thought-provoking exploration, the author emphasizes that the Irish land question transcends local boundaries; it is, in fact, a universal dilemma. It touches on the crucial issue of wealth distribution—a challenge that demands our collective attention. This matter cannot be resolved through local measures alone; it requires solutions that can be applied universally, just as effectively in Ireland as anywhere else. (Summary by Henry George)

The War of Anti-Christ with the Church and Christian Civilization is a thought-provoking book penned in 1885 by the Irish author George F. Dillon, DD. This pivotal work was later republished in 1950 by Fr. Denis Fahey under the title Grand Orient Freemasonry Unmasked as the Secret Power Behind Communism. The book argues that an atheistic Illuminism, facilitated by the structures of Grand Orient Freemasonry, has waged a relentless war against Christendom and the Catholic Church. This conflict is portrayed as being largely driven by radical liberal republican revolutions that exhibit ...

Join Senator Joseph McCarthy as he delves into the remarkable life of General George Catlett Marshall. This podcast explores Marshalls influential role in the U.S. government starting in 1945 as the Special Envoy to China and later as Secretary of State in the late 1940s. Discover how his actions shaped the emergence of Communist China as a nation in 1949, providing vital context to understand this pivotal moment in history. - Summary by Robert L. Morel

With 30 years' worth of experience and now returned to British Parliament, George Galloway uses his unique perspective to debate and discuss politics, geo-politics, war, society and culture with the most interesting guests and callers from around the world on MOATS, a no-holds-barred review of news around the world.

The American Credo A Contribution Toward the Interpretation of the National Mind, published in 1920, offers a thought-provoking exploration of U.S. politics. This insightful commentary delves into the tribalism fostered by politicians and religious leaders, examines the conflicting definitions of the cherished American ideals, and reflects on the cyclical nature of human history. Join Adrienne Prevost as she unpacks these compelling themes that resonate through time.

In The Unwinding, George Packer, author of The Assassins’ Gate: America in Iraq, tells the story of the United States over the past three decades in an utterly original way, with his characteristically sharp eye for detail and gift for weaving together complex narratives. The Unwinding portrays a superpower in danger of coming apart at the seams, its elites no longer elite, its institutions no longer working, its ordinary people left to improvise their own schemes for success and salvation.

Dive into Yellow Dove, a gripping World War I tale of espionage and intrigue, where spies clash in a high-stakes game of deception. Amidst the shadows of war, a touch of romance unfolds as one character grapples with the moral complexities of their actions. I am sorry, he says coolly, awfully sorry. You were the only person in England who jeopardized my existence there. I had to take you away. I regret the necessity of having to use force. This captivating story explores duty, sacrifice, and the tangled web of fate, promising an unforgettable journey through love and espionage. (Excerpt from ...

John Dene arrives in England with an ingenious invention and a mission to shake up the Admiralty. His bluntness and unorthodox approach leave the officials at Whitehall bewildered and uncomfortable, especially as he criticizes the entrenched bureaucrats who, in his eyes, owe their positions to ancestral connections rather than merit. Just when everyone is getting used to his presence, John Dene mysteriously vanishes, leaving the civilised world in shock at the £20,000 reward offered for his return. Chaos ensues as Scotland Yard is inundated with letters and visitors, questions arise in ...

An award-winning presidential historian offers an authoritative account of American presidents' attacks on our freedom of the press. “The FAKE NEWS media,” Donald Trump has tweeted, “is not my enemy, it is the enemy of the American People!” Has our free press ever faced as great a threat?...

Edgar Braine has always been on a relentless quest for success, pursuing his ambitions with unwavering dedication and a strong moral compass. From his rise as editor of the local newspaper to his aspirations in the political arena, he is driven by the values instilled by his mother in her twilight years. However, there’s a mysterious caveat in her advice that Edgar must decipher what does true success really entail? Is it defined by the intricate dance between business, politics, and personal relationships? Join us as we explore the depths of ambition, ethics, and the complexities of human ...

At the end of December 1980, Airman First Class George Conway was unexpectedly moved to morning duty, otherwise known as Alpha Flight. He suspected that something had occurred the night before but no one would tell him anything. Even his so-called friends were keeping silent about it. Although the situation seemed strange, he decided to let it go since he'd been stationed at RAF Bentwaters and its sister base RAF Woodbridge for a year. It wasn't until 1994 when he saw Robert Stack presenting an episode of Unsolved Mysteries about Rendlesham Forest that he found out what really happened.

“Detailed, nuanced, gripping . . . A must-read for all who care about presidential power.” —The Washington Post From the New York Times bestselling author comes the definitive, revelatory reckoning with arguably the most consequential decision in the history of American foreign policy--the...

Step into an alternate reality where history took a different path—no American, French, or Russian revolutions, no Victorian Age, and a world untouched by the Great War. In this thought-provoking exploration, originally penned by Samuel Madden in 1763, envision Europe from 1900 to 1925 under the reign of his fictional George VI. (For context, the real George VI, father of Elizabeth II, ruled from 1936 to 1952.) Maddens work cleverly extrapolates the social, political, and economic trends of the 18th century, crafting a mock history of the early 20th century. As noted by editor Charles ...

An incisive, culturally observant analysis of the evolving mores, manners and taboos of social justice (“anti-racist”) orthodoxy, which has profoundly influenced how we think about diversity and freedom of expression, often with complex or paradoxical consequences. In this provocative book...

Dr. Marvin Dunn Professor Emeritus at FIU, Veteran, Historian, Author and Riot Expert addresses the horrific death of George Floyd and why this time it is different throughout our nation. Unequivocally, the Minneapolis protests and all the riots around the world shined the light that Black Lives Matter as well as all Lives Matter.

Political Thinkers for Our Time explains the principles that are foundational to the Anglo-American political tradition by looking at leading thinkers and statesmen who wrote about them. In discussing each thinker, William T. Reddinger introduces such principles as the rule of law, property rights, religious liberty, and limited government. Throughout, Reddinger shows how these figures can inform our thinking about important issues in contemporary American political discourse.

How much do you know about the Constitution of the United States or even about those brave men who are considered Founding Fathers? Sure, you may have been forced to read the Declaration of Independence in elementary school but do you even remember its intent? Take a brief walk back in time to learn more about how each of these documents was created, who developed the text, and who ultimately signed these powerful writings that dictate the rules and laws of our democracy.

‘St. George and St. Michael’ unfolds a captivating historical romance set against the backdrop of the English Civil Wars, where a young couple finds their loyalties tested. As tensions escalate between the king and parliament, and the Church of England clashes with independent puritans, seventeen-year-old Dorothy Vaughan remains blissfully unaware of the impending conflict. She believes her loyalty belongs to her king and her nation. When she challenges her childhood friend, Richard Heywood, to prove his worthiness for her hand in marriage by engaging in the larger political tumult, he ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ""An elegantly written account of leadership at the most pivotal moment in American history"" (Philadelphia Inquirer): Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Edward J. Larson reveals how George Washington saved the United States by coming out of retirement to lead the...

In this captivating second volume of a two-part series, we delve into a novel that serves as a poignant social commentary from a renowned author. While it intricately weaves political theory into its narrative, the core of the story profoundly explores the intricacies of nature and human nature. Through a vibrant cast of characters and compelling events, the book illuminates the authors belief that Attempts to form workingmens associations have been made, however, among the best informed, the most moral, the most patient portion of the industrial population of the large cities. Enlightened ...