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"If the winter of 1914-15 marks the inception of a finer zeal in the treatment of unemployment, it is well that this volume is written, for it is eminently readable."-Ordway Tead, Secretary Massachusetts Committee on Unemployment (1915)In Out of Work (1915 edition), Frances Kellor, a highly regarded American social reformer, provided a study of immigrant employment in the United States, with a particular focus on the lack of data recorded on the unemployment of women at the time the book was first published in 1904. In the tradition of muckraking and as a student of the treatment of women in education and in the workforce, Kellor discussed the reasons why women employees did not attain equity through labor unions, how helpless unemployed women were, and the connection between unemployment and prostitution.

"You can't depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus." -Mark Twain, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court (1889)A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court (1889) is a great satirical novel by Mark Twain about a 19th century Yankee traveling back in time to medieval Britain. This novel provides a critique of contemporary society, even though it takes place in archaic Britain.This replica of the original edition of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, containing 235 illustrations by Daniel Carter Beard, presents one of Twain's most unique stories.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Upanishads, Part 2 (1884) translated by Müller, is volume XV of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book is in two parts and focuses on Hinduism. It contains the eleven foundational Upanishads, told in story form and focused on philosophy. These differ from the earlier ritual-based Vedic texts. Readers wanting to learn more about Hinduism and ancient history should add this book to their personal library.

"Society has really no graver interest than the well-being of the literary class."-Ralph Waldo Emerson, Goethe; or, the WriterGoethe, the Writer (1850) by Ralph Waldo Emerson is one of seven lectures Emerson gave on the thinkers who most influenced his work and whose biographies eventually became the content of a collection entitled Representative Men (also available from Cosimo Classics). Even though there are questions about how much of Goethe's writing Emerson actually read, Emerson considered Goethe near the top of the intellectual world, and his views on science and nature, as well as several aspects of his writing style, were derived largely from those of Goethe. Of this icon, Emerson wrote, "Goethe teaches courage."

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization.Vedânta-Sûtras Part 3 (1904) is volume XLVIII of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book, also known as Brahma Sutras, is in three parts and focuses on Hinduism. Part 3 includes commentary by Râmânuja and describes Vedanta, one of the six systems of Hindu philosophy. Translated from Sanskrit by Thibaut, this text is for those interested in expanding their knowledge of Hinduism.

"I found Mexico to be a land where the people are poor because they have no rights, where peonage is the rule for the great mass, and where actual chattel slavery obtains for hundreds of thousands." ¿ John Kenneth Turner, Barbarous MexicoIn Barbarous Mexico (1911), John Kenneth Turner describes the corruption and brutal labor system he observed during three years of involvement in a revolutionary movement which led to the overthrow of Mexico's ruler Porfirio Diaz in 1910. The book is organized around three themes: the slave life of the plantations, the elitism of the Diaz government, and the role of foreign governments in supporting the oppression of the Mexican people.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization.The Buddhist Mahayan Texts (1894) translated by E.B. Cowell and J. Takakusu, is Volume XLIX of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book focuses on Buddhism and explores the Buddhist ideal of becoming fully awakened.This text is a valuable addition to the personal library of scholars and of those interested in Buddhism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization.A General Index-The Sacred Books of the East (1910) is volume L of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics, and was compiled by M. Winternitz and contains an index of the names and subject matter found in the previous forty-nine volumes.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization.The Sacred Books of China Part 4 (1885) translated by James Legge, is Volume XXVIII of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book, in six parts, focuses on Confucianism and Taoism. Part 4 contains "The Texts of Confucianism," specifically Liji (XI-XLVI), a continuation of the teachings and rituals of Confucius found in Part 3. This text is a great addition to the personal library of those intrigued by Confucianism and ancient religions.

"There can be no more important issue than the issue of war with Mexico; for all other issues are tied up with it. The forces of progress will have to gather swift strength, or they will feel the crunch of the Iron Heel." -John Kenneth Turner, Hands Off MexicoIn Hands Off Mexico (1918), John Kenneth Turner, who, along with his wife, had long been involved in Mexico's revolutionary movement, sought to plead the Mexican cause during a time when the US government was reevaluating its policies toward Mexico. His pleas for the US to refrain from invading Mexico, played an important role in the drafting of the US Immigration Acts of 1917 and 1924.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization.The Saddharma-Pundarika (1884) translated by H. Kern, is Volume XXI of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This text, also known as the Lotus Sutra, consists of the final teachings of Buddha and is one of the most influential of the Mahayana sutras. This book is for readers interested in deepening their knowledge of Buddhism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Satapatha Brahmana Part 3 (1894) translated by Eggeling, is volume XLI of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book is in five parts and focuses on Hinduism. Part 3 includes the Text of the Madhyandina School, Books 5-7 with an explanation of the creation of the universe. This text is for readers interested in deepening their understanding of Hinduism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Laws of Manu (1886), also known as the Manusmriti, is volume XXV of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This volume, translated by Georg Bühler, is considered the oldest Hindu law text and the basis for Hindu law code. This text is for readers interested in deepening their understanding of Hinduism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization.Vinaya Texts, Part 2 (1882), translated by Rhys Davids and Oldenberg, is volume XVII of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book in three parts, focuses on Buddhism and includes the Buddhist texts Mahavagga (V-X) and Kullavaggga (I-III). This book is for readers interested in deepening their knowledge of Buddhism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Questions of King Milinda, Part 2 (1894) translated by T. W. Rhys Davids, is Volume XXXVI of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book, in two parts, focuses on Buddhism and contains dialogue between Nagasena and King Menander I (Pali: Milinda). This text is for readers interested in deepening their knowledge of Buddhism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Satapatha Brahmana, Part 2 (1885) translated by Eggeling, is volume XXVI of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book is in five parts and focuses on Hinduism and on sacrificial ceremonies. Part 2 was written according to the Text of the Madhyandina School, Books 3-4. This text is for readers interested in deepening their understanding of Hinduism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Questions of King Milinda, Part 1 (1890) translated by T. W. Rhys Davids, is Volume XXXV of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book, in two parts, focuses on Buddhism and documents a dialogue about Buddhism between Nagasena and King Menander I (Pali: Milinda). This text is considered canonical by Burmese Buddhists and is a valuable addition to the personal library of those interested in Buddhism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. Pahlavi Texts, Part 2 (1882) translated by E. W. West is one of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book in five parts, focuses on Zoroastrianism and contains the Epistles of Manuskihar, as well as a book of questions, Dadestan-i Denig, that are answered on various philosophical, social, ethical, and cosmological issues. This text is a valuable addition to the personal library of scholars and of those interested in Zoroastrianism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Satapatha Brahmana Part 5 (1900) translated by Eggeling, is volume XLIV of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book is in five parts and focuses on Hinduism. Part 5 contains the final books of the Madhyandina, a shaka recited predominantly in North India, and addresses the details of sacrificial ceremonies. This text is for readers interested in deepening their understanding of Hinduism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Minor Law Books (1889) translated by Julius Jolly, is volume XXXIII of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This volume focuses on the Hindu texts Narada, Brihaspati, and the Code of Manu, and it details various codes of conduct and laws ranging from the duties of husbands and wives to debts and gambling. This text is for readers interested in deepening their understanding of Hinduism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Zend-Avesta, Part 3 (1887) translated by L. H. Mills, is Volume XXXI of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book, in three parts, focuses on Zoroastrianism. Part 3 contains Yasna, the main liturgical text of Zoroastrianism, dating back to the religion's earliest period and is still used today. This is an excellent addition to the personal library of anyone interested in Zoroastrianism.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. The Zend-Avesta, Part 2 (1883) translated by James Darmesteter, is Volume XXIII of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book, in three parts, focuses on Zoroastrianism. Part 2 contains the mythical lore of Yast, Sirozah, and Nyasis. A more poetic text, readers will broaden their knowledge of Zoroastrianism with this book.

The Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume series, encompasses the seven non-Christian religions of Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Islam. Translated into English by authorities in their respective fields, these sacred texts have been edited by F. Max Muller and have profoundly influenced civilization. Pahlavi Texts, Part 4 (1892) translated by E. W. West, is Volume XXXVII of The Sacred Books of the East, a series available from Cosimo Classics. This book in five parts, focuses on Zoroastrianism and consists of twenty-one Nasks, or treatises, which serve as a guide to moral conduct in multiple facets of life. This text is a valuable addition to the personal library of scholars and of those interested in Zoroastrianism.