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An analysis of 13 work for literary fiction in the context of their relevance to conservative ideas When Abraham Lincoln met Harriet Beecher Stowe, the author of the abolitionist novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin, he is reported to have said, “so you are the little woman who wrote the book that started this great war.” The story may be apocryphal, but like all great fictions, it points toward an important truth—in this case, that a work of art can shape minds and direction the course of a culture. Today, many of us still hold those high expectations for fiction. If you’ve participated in many conversations about politics over the past several years, there’s a good chance you’ve heard someone compare our national situation to something from J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series, Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, or George Orwell’s 1984. And if you’ve had a conversation with conservatives about their favorite novels, it’s likely that you’ve heard some variation of Ayn Rand, J.R.R. Tolkien, or Tom Wolfe. These writers, of very different literary qualities, all have something to contribute to conversations about conservative ideas. It's healthy for people to share a core group of books in common. The problem is that our group of shared books has become too limited. The consequence for conservatives in particular is that we’ve so narrowed our literary vision, we’ve blinded ourselves to a great tradition of literature that conveys conservative ideas. Particularly at a time when conservativism in the United States is experiencing a series of internal conflicts and conversations, we should expand the conservative canon to better understand conservatism’s meanings and merits, and to introduce readers to more books that illustrate the beauty and truth of conservative principles and ideals. Truthful Fictions does just that, providing thoughtful and accessible analysis of works by a variety of important authors spanning the eighteenth century to the twenty-first. Each chapter, covering works from Samuel Johnson and Willa Cather to V.S. Naipaul and Leif Enger, recounts the author’s life and works, as well as the relevant political social context, but with a focus on the enduring conservative values conveyed by the novel. In the process, it not only provides suggestions for the many people wondering, “what should I read next?”—it also develops a core set of readings around which American conservatives can better debate and win the battle of ideas.

A manifesto and impassioned plea for artistic excellence   When he attended The Cooper Union in the late 1960s, artist Robert Florczak navigated a world of avant-garde experimentation, where modern art reigned supreme. Yet, within this bastion of innovation, and surrounded by cutting-edge, conceptual art, he, along with a few like-minded peers, quietly questioned the legitimacy of the contemporary masterpieces celebrated in the school's corridors and found himself at odds with the prevailing trends. Now, in Good Art - Bad Art, Florczak unveils a critical exploration of the art world, providing a lucid guide for those who believe in the enduring standards of artistic excellence. But Florczak's narrative extends beyond his personal journey. He shines a spotlight on the intimidation faced by art enthusiasts today—a fear to challenge the prevailing elitist "art establishment." Florczak dismantles the arguments for much of today's art, providing common-sense counterpoints to empower those who seek clarity amid the confusion. In a century where art history has been dominated by those distant from the artist's perspective, Florczak advocates for a shift in focus. He argues for acknowledging an Ideal in art, one that transcends history, culture, and passing fads—a visual best that a society can accomplish. Good Art - Bad Art urges us to evaluate art not just through the lens of historians and critics but from the artist's viewpoint. To unravel the mystery of what makes art visually great, Florczak introduces a simple, clear, and rational method for understanding and evaluating art. Rooted in aesthetics, these enduring standards cut through the complexities of "explanations," "statements," and "theories," establishing excellence or exposing artistic missteps.Good Art - Bad Art provides readers with a visual journey, exploring both exemplary and questionable works of art. From the celebrated masterpieces of the past to the often-ignored gems of the present, Florczak delves into the world of art as perceived by its own respective eras. Accompanied by illuminating quotes from artists, his selections aim to provoke thoughtful reflection.Good Art - Bad Art is more than a book—it is a cultural manifesto. Florczak champions the cause of excellence in art, urging readers to defend it with sound, rational arguments. In an era where the art establishment veers towards inanity, offensiveness, and poor execution, this book stands as a guide for anyone who believes in the profound importance of preserving artistic standards.

Out of Sight is both an investigative deep dive into the meat industry’s treatment of farm animals, and a story of resilience and, ultimately, professional and personal triumph.  This insightful and moving memoir chronicles the author’s forty-year career conducting undercover investigations and documenting animal abuse in the U.S. meat industry while simultaneously coping with a mysterious and incapacitating medical condition. Due to the isolation she experienced in childhood suffering from an undiagnosed neurological disorder, Gail Eisnitz found solace with animals, especially those who were neglected or injured. Her childhood desire to rescue animals was eventually realized when, she was hired as staff writer at the Humane Society of the United States, the largest animal protection organization in the world. She later transitioned to become the only female cruelty investigator at HSUS. In that capacity, Eisnitz initiated investigations into many issues, including documenting violations in puppy mills and the dog racing industry, ritual animal sacrifice, factory farms, and slaughterhouses.   Exposing the slaughterhouse violations she had uncovered proved extremely difficult. Network television producers invariably concluded that the evidence Eisnitz had secretly obtained was too disturbing to air on TV. Forced to quit her job at HSUS, the author hired on with the Humane Farming Association, where she continued investigating and wrote her first book, Slaughterhouse. She then implored a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist at the Washington Post to write a story exposing the slaughter evidence she had documented. That front-page article prompted immense outrage in U.S. Congress and resulted in an annual multimillion-dollar appropriation for enforcement of the Humane Methods of Slaughter Act, the first funding for what had been a zero-budgeted law.   As she continued her investigative efforts around slaughterhouses and also documented unthinkable abuses at industrial pig, calf, and dairy farms – exposed in vivid detail in Out of Sight – the symptoms of the undiagnosed visual processing disorder she had grappled with since childhood dramatically worsened. The many plot twists that occurred during the author’s campaign to expose the meat industry included her breast cancer diagnosis at age 35, a robbery in which one of three gunmen shot somebody in her presence, elaborate cover-ups by the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture and a state governor, and ongoing clashes with state attorneys general as the author struggled to obtain prosecutions of animal abusers. Out of Sight is both an investigative deep dive into the meat industry’s treatment of farm animals, and a story of resilience and, ultimately, professional and personal triumph.  It is a poignant account of a lifelong struggle towards self-acceptance that takes the reader on an inspiring journey from helpless victim – much like the animals the author investigated – to empowered victor.

An In-Depth Analysis of The Beatles' Music and the Technology That Made It Possible When folk look back in two hundred years time at our culture, whose music will have survived from today? Who will be our equivalent of Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven? The big story of contemporary popular music has been The Beatles. They were the chief architects of the fusion of classical and popular music to create a new musical mainstream. From the time we humans first made our art, music and technology have been inseparable. And that symbiotic relationship has never been so excitingly orchestrated than with the musical history of The Beatles. They absorbed many other styles around them in an extraordinary and unprecedented melting pot of music. And they embraced new technologies with enthusiasm and imagination. As pioneers of recording tech and artistic presentation, making American music with a British twist, The Beatles revolutionized many aspects of music tech, and became leaders of the era’s youth and sociocultural movements. Their music was both genuinely sophisticated and hugely popular. For a generation, they were the most important composers in the world, and became the most influential band of all time. Putting the band’s thirteen legendary studio albums under a microscope, The Science of The Beatles looks at the science, poetry, and raw-power in the music that started a revolution.

In I Met Someone—what Wagner has called a “tenderly mutilated companion piece” to his screenplay for Maps to the Stars (the film directed by David Cronenberg for which Julianne Moore won the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress)—Oscar–winning Dusty Wilding learns the unspeakable secret hidden beneath the glamour of her carefully calibrated celebrity lifestyle and marriage. With Sirkian grandeur and fearless precision, Wagner scales the heights of his own magnificent obsession: the merciless horrors of destiny—and the shock of courage that often allows human beings to embrace the sacred. I Met Someone has been called “among the most poetic and tragic of all [Wagner’s] work. And perhaps the most deliriously redemptive.”

A new novel by Hollywood’s "master of satire." The myth of an epic, public life—its triumphs and tragedies—is a particularly American obsession. ROAR is a metafictional exploration of such a life and attendant fame of an extraordinary, and completely made up, man.  Born in Nashville in 1940 and adopted by a wealthy San Francisco couple, Roger Orr—“Roar”—became an underground stand-up comedian with a cult following while still in his teens, segueing to an acclaimed songwriter in the Sixties. In the decades that followed, his talent spanned the worlds of entertainment, from film directing and books to fine art (paintings, sculpture). His promethean energies expanded to the world of medicine; he became a dermatologist, the first to patent cadaver skin for burn victims. A spiritual seeker who returned to India throughout his life, Roar was also a voracious lover of both men and women.  The journey of Roger Orr was a premonition of the cultural earthquakes to come. It wasn’t until his 40s that Roar learned his birth mother was black and it wasn't until his early 60s when he began the hormonal treatment and surgeries that chipped away at the armor covering what he always knew was his true identity: that of a woman.  Roar’s saga is best told by a cacophony of voices—family members, critics, historians, and the famous (Meryl Streep, Amanda Gorman, Dave Chappelle, Andy Warhol)—including some heard from the grave. In ROAR, Wagner brilliantly paints a vivid picture of one man, our times, and our culture's enduring obsession with fame.

Fight cancer, Alzheimers Disease, heart attacks, diabetes, and more with plant-based essential Omega-3 the elixir of life from the sea Omega-3 fatty acids have played a crucial role in the evolution of our intelligence. Due to our evolutionary history, however, we can efficiently utilize only aquatic omega-3 fatty acids. Yet, fish and seafood are no longer sufficiently available to us due to overfishing of the worlds oceans, not to mention their contamination with pollutants. Algae oil is a purely plant-based source of aquatic omega-3 fatty acids and at the same time the only sustainable alternative to address the worldwide deficiency of aquatic omega-3 fatty acids. This deficiency is partly responsible for nearly all modern diseasesranging from heart attacks to stroke, from depression to Alzheimers, and from diabetes to cancer. During childhood development, a deficit of this essential brain-building substance leads to severe impairments in emotional, social, and rational intelligencenot least to ADHD and autism. Regular intake of algae oil prevents life-threatening omega-3 deficiency and makes an essential contribution to healthy living. In The Algae Oil Revolution, renowned scientist and bestselling author Michael Nehls introduces the reader to this sustainable and accessible substance, explains why and how it can prevent a range of diseases, and also sheds light on what this discovery means for the future of global human health.

Two Winnie the Pooh Classics in One Beautiful Box Set!

The Unanswered Questions of the Most Consequential Week in American Political History.

Cow's favorite thing to do, besides eat, is tell jokes. Some are funny, some are gross, and some are just plain silly. He lives on a farm with his barnyard friends, who love to interrupt him with their own jokes. Some of those are funny, too, Cow has to admit. (And some of them are really gross, even for Cow.) At the end of each day, Cow, Horse, Goat, Duck, Big Mouse, Little Mouse, and even Squirrel are exhausted from laughter-and that's how they know they've had a good day. In Down on the Funny Farm with Cow and Friends, this feisty group of barnyard friends are sharing their favorite jokes with you. Q: What do you get when you cross an angry goat with a grumpy cow? A: An animal that's in a baaaaaaaad moooooood. Q: What is as big as a goat but weighs nothing? A: His shadow. Q: Why did the pig lose the race? A: He pulled a ham string. Q: Why did the chicken join a band? A: Because it already had the drumsticks Take this collection of farm-inspired jokes to your next show-and-tell, sleepover, or birthday party and don't leave until your friends have all had a good laugh!

This cutting-edge guide not only shows how AI is transforming our careers, lives, businesses, and more, but also provides easy, actionable steps to make AI work for us. In this groundbreaking book, celebrated professor, entrepreneur, author, and podcaster Marc Beckman explores the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it's poised to enhance and transform all aspects of society-revolutionizing our careers, enriching our family lives, and bringing our communities closer together. From business and advertising, to medicine, to warfare, to politics-Beckman meticulously explores the different areas where we'll soon feel AI's transformative impact. But that's only half of it. Throughout this book, he also provides the specific steps readers can take now to make sure these coming changes work for them.   From the workplace to the home, AI is poised to reshape the way we approach our professional and personal lives. Beckman uses this book to make the case that AI will free up valuable time and energy, allowing individuals to focus on more creative and meaningful work, but also that AI will create possibilities for engagement that were unthinkable just a generation ago. He shows that with AI as our co-pilot, we'll unlock new opportunities for growth, innovation, and collaboration-all of which will lead to more fulfilling and rewarding careers. Beckman illustrates how AI will strengthen family bonds and improve the quality of our home lives too, changing everything from how we educate our kids to how we stay connected on social media. And as AI becomes more integrated into our cities and towns, it will play a crucial role in fostering a sense of community and belonging; through AI-powered platforms, Beckman shows how we will collaborate on projects, share resources, and support one another in times of need.   This thought-provoking and essential book is a definitive guide to the many ways in which AI will transform our lives for the better . . . but also surprise us, delight us, force us to (re)consider how we interact with one another, and make us question what exactly counts as "human." Join Marc Beckman on this exciting journey as he explores the near-endless possibilities of a world powered and transformed by artificial intelligence. It's an Age of Imagination . . . where the only limit is your own mind.

Donald Trump is unquestionably the most unique and charismatic figure in American politics in a generation. Yet despite his familiarity on the public stage, he remains an enigmatic, mysterious figure. Not since Lincoln has a man drawn such intensely opposite responses, of love and hate, and even in Lincoln's case the intensity was over the issue of slavery. With Trump, the intensity is over the man.   How can the same man inspire such radically opposite reactions, to the point that there are some who would take a bullet for him, and others who celebrate the would-be assassin who actually attempted to take his life? This is the Trump enigma.   Then there are Republicans and moderates who seek to sidestep the enigma of Trump the man by saying, "I don't like him, but I like his policies."  Yet if Trump's critics are right that he is an aspiring tyrant, a dictator, something akin to Hitler circa 1933, it is the man-not the policies-that matter most.   In an original, searching examination, bestselling author Dinesh D'Souza considers the issue of tyranny in Vindicating Trump by asking key questions:    Is Trump a tyrant, and would his election a second time imperil democracy and our constitutional system of government?  If not-if he didn't do anything tyrannical in his term in office-then why do his critics say that about him?  If Trump isn't the one imposing a tyrannical regime, then who is?  D'Souza makes the startling argument that Trump's critics accuse him of being a dictator-a Caesar-because Trump does possess the colossal dimensions of a Caesar. He could be a tyrant, if he wanted to. But he doesn't want to. Rather, he wants to use his immense charisma and power to mobilize the American people against the forces of tyranny and repression, coming from the Democrats and from the Left.   This book-and the accompanying film in theaters this fall-is an unqualified defense and vindication of Trump. It makes the case for Trump "as is," the man as well as the policies. It will rally and inspire Trump supporters and at the same time convince Americans who are ambivalent about Trump that he is the right "wartime general" for the perilous times we face in this country.

The true story of FBI agent Mike Campi, who led some of the most relentless and successful attacks on organized crime in American history. A unique and unexpected set of circumstances caused former FBI agent Mike Campi to finally step forward and reveal himself. The result is this tour de force, which details his years operating deeply in the trenches to devastate the mafia. You will learn how he took down a staggering array of mob bosses, underbosses, consiglieri, capos, soldiers, and other legends from all five New York crime families. He takes you inside his investigative critical make or break moments, which he navigated to achieve astonishing success. Along the way, he provides you with insight into the external and internal forces often working to undermine him. And he lifts the curtain to reveal the untold treachery and hypocrisy underlying the real American mafia, as illustrated by the words of one crime boss who was recorded by Mike describing his underlings: "They're suckers-we just use them."  Mafia Takedown, to be released on the anniversary of the infamous November 14, 1957 Apalachin meeting of top mafia leaders from the US and Italy, is chock-filled with an array of stunning facts and truths. A sample includes: the Catholic priest who fled America to save his life from the mob; mafia members recorded describing in their own words their innermost secrets; how Mike and and federal prosecutors obtained the boss of all Bosses Vincent "the Chin" Gigante's courthouse confession that his legendary crazy act was a fraud all along; what the Chin said when America was attacked on September 11, 2001; and the explosive dark secret that almost undermined one of the most important undercover operations in the history of law enforcement. You'll learn so much more: such as how and why the most important undercover mafioso in history wanted to work with Mike, and only with Mike; and how the Chin was only months away from escaping justice entirely. For fans of organized crime, of true crime, or simply of engaging and enjoyable stories-this book is an absolute must read.

The first cookbook from the TikTok's very own The CopperSpoon Inn & Tavern (@thecopperspoon_)!The CopperSpoon Chronicles Cookbook is exactly what you'd expect from its creator and innkeeper, Emily Teuscher:  an adventure complete with 80 hearty, cozy, delicious recipes. Woven between the recipes and full-color photos, this cookbook follows the story of a girl named Cob CopperSpoon. The CopperSpoons are a long line of Halflings that have one thing in common: they love cooking. Every time a CopperSpoon child comes of age, they are sent on a journey to fill up their cookbook with stories of food and people from across the land. Cob is no different, and it's her turn to head off.  Follow along as Cob takes her first steps out of her tiny village and faces some of the biggest challenges in her life. From finding new friends, to tavern-hopping, slaying beasts and finding out what it means to truly help others, Cob does it all-and you can follow along on her adventure, cooking your way through her story. Recipes that Cob discovers and records include: Gnomebalaya Stuffed Dragon Scale Phoenix Feathers 100 Copper Chocolate Cake Blackberry Honey Crumble Gold Coin Pancakes  And so much more! With good food and cozy vibes, and a whimsically spun tale, fans of tabletop games like Dungeons and Dragons and books and films like Lord of the Rings will appreciate this debut cookbook from Teuscher.

A comprehensive guide for new players learning the ropes of the world's most popular game—Minecraft! NOT OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.​ Immerse yourself in a new, vibrant, delightful world—exploring, fishing, farming, fighting (if you want), fossil-hunting, and so much more. Unlike any other game world, in Minecraft, you can touch, pick up, and place pretty much anything you see, anywhere; you can travel as far as you want in any direction, from desert to ocean to snowy mountains and crystal caves; and you can create any structure, from a humble animal pen to a giant working rollercoaster, using just the blocks the world is made of. There’s just so much to do in Minecraft that it’s very easy to overlook some of the extensive and fantastic gameplay. This guide will show you how to survive and thrive in this deep, broad, and complex world. It’s chock full of pro tips, challenges, and step-by-step instructions that will get you on the ground and running—and sneaking, boating, swimming (or even flying with rare elytra wings)!   From how to find or build a simple shelter on your first night, to finding exotic hidden temples (and loot) and dimensions, this guide will step you through the must-know basics, including:   What to do on your first day (and second, and third, and more!)The important places to visit and lootHow to travel and what to bring with youHow to avoid getting lostHow to gain the upper hand with skeletons, zombies, and other creepy mobsThe sturdiest and strongest weapons and tools to craftHow to build and destroy (TNT anyone?)The best way to mine for precious diamondsWhere to go if you like a battle (and how to avoid them!)How to find the hidden dimensions (and denizens) like the Nether and the EndPro tips, challenges, and step-by-step activities to get you in the groove

From the "Swedish Bikini Chef" comes Eat Meat and Be Happy! In her first book, Kem Minnick book shares the numerous positives of a meat-friendly diet. One thing we are all looking for is happiness, and the neurotransmitter serotonin is the key to that. Contrary to popular opinion and clever marketing ploys, there are no drugs, pills, or magic beans that produce serotonin. Only food does, and the foods that make serotonin are animal proteins. That’s it. Boom done, full stop. Humans need to eat meat in order to be happy. Eliminating animal proteins causes serotonin deficiency, which only hurts us. From covering the pitfalls of a vegan diet and the best way to fully incorporate meat into your daily life, Minnick gives numerous examples on this beneficial protein. But don't think that this means you shouldn't eat veggies. On the contrary! There are numerous benefits to vegetables, and in her book she shares how melding the two will not only make you happier, but healthier as well! With beautiful photographs, the Swedish Bikini Chef shares many delicious recipes for you to incorporate into your daily life. These include:  Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Southwestern Chili Cheese Grits Honey Lemon Ginger Soy Chicken Thighs Raspberry Balsamic Lamb Chops And many more! Eat Meat and Be Happy! not only gives such delectable recipes, but also breaks down a steady game plan for your dietary plan, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. And while no food diet is the ultimate cure, a full exercise guide and other ways to improve your lifestyle are offered by someone who has successfully lived by such means. For those looking to improve your mood and diet, this is the book for you . . . so be prepared to cure your hunger and unhappiness now!

From award-winning author Dagmar Geisler, in collaboration with illustrator Nikolai Renger, a brand-new series for elementary school students about social-emotional learning and physical and mental health. The internet can be a scary place, for children and adults alike. How can you be sure that who you're talking to isn't a troll, and that they're telling you the truth? How can you be sure that the photos and information you share with family and friends will remain private? Luckily, the Net-Experts, Madison and Luke, are making a list for you about how to behave on the internet in a way that will help keep you and your information out of the wrong hands, will help you avoid bullies and trolls, and help you know how to respond in difficult and uncomfortable situations that may arise.How Can I Be Safe Online? is a strong conversation-starter for adults and children and is also a practical guide.

"Find Even More Joy in Exploring and Appreciating Art, Guided by an Award-Winning Artist's Insights. Perhaps the best quality of art is that it challenges presumptions and forces a second look. Likewise, this sequel to popular art appreciation book The Joy of Art delves even deeper to decode and present the elements of visual art, leading the reader to a greater understanding and perception"--

Revitalize Your Brain, Reclaim Your Mental Energy Everyone knows the feeling after a long day—it's difficult to concentrate, make challenging decisions, or empathize with others. We live in a chronically exhausted society, and the capacity of our brains is limited. For years, the span of our mental battery has been shrinking. Lack of exercise, poor nutrition, harmful substances in the environment, lack of or harmful social interaction, and constant digital bombardment are a part of life that are not in accordance with our nature, and the result is a declining performance of our brain. In The Exhausted Brain, ​Dr. Michael Nehls uncovers the source of our mental energy. He reveals where our "brain battery" is located, what function it serves within our brain, and what this means for our thinking. Dr. Nehls describes the disastrous consequences a shrinking mental battery can have for us, our society, and future generations—and how we can counteract it.

"Of course, everything [D'Souza] says here is accurate... But it's not going to sit well with people on the American left who, of course, are portraying themselves as the exact opposite of all of this." RUSH LIMBAUGHThe explosive new book from Dinesh D'Souza, author of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Hillary's America, America, and Obama's America. What is "the big lie" of the Democratic Party? That conservativesand President Donald Trump in particularare fascists. Nazis, even. In a typical comment, MSNBC host Rachel Maddow says the Trump era is reminiscent of "what it was like when Hitler first became chancellor." But in fact, this audacious lie is a complete inversion of the truth. Yes, there is a fascist threat in Americabut that threat is from the Left and the Democratic Party. The Democratic left has an ideology virtually identical with fascism and routinely borrows tactics of intimidation and political terror from the Nazi Brownshirts. To cover up their insidious fascist agenda, Democrats loudly accuse President Trump and other Republicans of being Nazisan obvious lie, considering the GOP has been fighting the Democrats over slavery, genocide, racism and fascism from the beginning. Now, finally, Dinesh D'Souza explodes the Left's big lie. He expertly exonerates President Trump and his supporters, then uncovers the Democratic Left's long, cozy relationship with Nazism: how the racist and genocidal acts of early Democrats inspired Adolf Hitler's campaign of death; how fascist philosophers influenced the great 20th century lions of the American Left; and how today's anti-free speech, anti-capitalist, anti-religious liberty, pro-violence Democratic Party is a frightening simulacrum of the Nazi Party. Hitler coined the term "the big lie" to describe a lie that "the great masses of the people" will fall for precisely because of how bold and monstrous the lie is. In The Big Lie, D'Souza shows that the Democratic Left's orchestrated campaign to paint President Trump and conservatives as Nazis to cover up its own fascism is, in fact, the biggest lie of all.