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Johnny Appleseed and the American Orchard: A Cultural History

Sat, 12 Jul 2025
Offers a comprehensive look into the life of John Chapman, the real man behind the legendary "Johnny Appleseed" figure. It explores his family's Puritan roots and their westward migration, detailing how economic hardships and the changing agricultural landscape, from grafted apple trees to seedling-grown varieties for cider, influenced their lives. The text illuminates Chapman's peculiar, austere lifestyle, which was deeply tied to his Swedenborgian religious beliefs and his mission to spread apple nurseries across the burgeoning American frontier. Finally, the book examines the evolution of the apple industry itself, tracing its shift from diverse local orchards to the dominance of commercial varieties like the Red Delicious and the controversies surrounding pesticides like Alar, ultimately showing how the myth of Johnny Appleseed continues to resonate in contemporary discussions about food and agriculture.

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The New Confessions of an Economic Hit Man

Sat, 12 Jul 2025
Outlines the author's journey from a middle-class upbringing to becoming an "economic hit man" (EHM)—a professional who allegedly defrauds countries for the benefit of corporations and wealthy families. The text describes how EHMs use debt, fraudulent reports, and other manipulative tactics to gain control over global resources, with fear being a primary driver of this system. Perkins details his involvement in projects in countries like Indonesia, Panama, Iran, and Saudi Arabia, and reflects on the ethical implications and personal toll of his work. Ultimately, the excerpt advocates for a shift from a "death economy" driven by greed and fear to a "life economy" based on sustainability, social justice, and community, encouraging individual and collective action to achieve this transformation.

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John Hawkwood: An English Mercenary in Fourteenth-Century Italy

Fri, 11 Jul 2025
Offers an in-depth examination of John Hawkwood, an influential English mercenary captain in fourteenth-century Italy. It details his military career, from his early days as a soldier in France and as part of the White Company in Italy, to his leadership roles serving various Italian city-states and the Pope. The text also explores his personal life, including his family, landholdings in both Italy and England, and his significant financial earnings, which are presented as comparable to the revenues of minor states. Furthermore, the document provides context on the broader mercenary culture of the period, discussing contractual agreements, the structure of military companies, and the economic and social impact of these forces on Italian society.

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The Firm

Fri, 11 Jul 2025
Introduce The Firm, a novel centered around Mitch McDeere, a promising Harvard Law graduate recruited by a secretive Memphis tax firm, Bendini, Lambert & Locke. Mitch is lured by an extravagant salary, luxury perks, and a low-interest mortgage, unaware the firm is deeply entangled with the Morolto crime family and money laundering. As he begins his intense 90-hour work weeks, the suspicious deaths of former associates and an FBI investigation force Mitch to uncover the firm's true nature, realizing his life, and those of his family, are in danger if he attempts to leave. The narrative follows Mitch and his wife Abby as they navigate espionage, betrayal, and a desperate escape from both the mob and the FBI, relying on Mitch's cunning and Abby's resourcefulness to survive.

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John W. Garrett and the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad

Thu, 10 Jul 2025
Details the history of the Baltimore and Ohio (B&O) Railroad, the first chartered railroad in the United States, from its modest beginnings to its significant role in American development. It extensively covers John W. Garrett's transformative presidency, highlighting his efforts to expand the B&O into a major transportation force amidst fierce competition and economic challenges, including the Panic of 1857. The text also explores the B&O's critical contributions during the Civil War, notably its support for the Union and Garrett's contentious yet pivotal relationship with federal officials like Abraham Lincoln and Edwin Stanton. Furthermore, the sources touch upon Garrett's personal life, family, and philanthropic endeavors, alongside his challenges with labor and his enduring rivalries with other railroad magnates. Finally, the collection examines the broader impact of railroads on American society, economy, and technology during the 19th century, setting the stage for future industrial growth.

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