Best Selling Books by James Owen

"Native American Studies" is an interdisciplinary collection which examines the history, culture, religion and language of indigenous people in North America. This meticulously edited collection explores the life of the biggest Native American tribes; including: Cherokee, Iroquois, Sioux, Navajo, Zuñi, Apache, Seminole and Eskimo. Contents: History: The North American Indian The Cherokee Nation of Indians The Seminole Indians of Florida The Central Eskimo The Siouan Indians Calendar History of the Kiowa Indians Legends, Traditions and Laws of the Iroquois and History of the Tuscarora Indians History, Manners and Customs of the Indian Nations Who Once Inhabited Pennsylvania and the Neighboring States Military History: Chronicles of Border Warfare – Indian Wars in West Virginia Autobiography of the Sauk Leader Black Hawk and the History of the Black Hawk War of 1832 The Vanishing Race - The Last Great Indian Council Myths & Legends The Myths of the North American Indians Myths of the Cherokee Myths of the Iroquois A Study of Siouan Cults Outlines of Zuñi Creation Myths The Mountain Chant - A Navajo Ceremony Language: Indian Linguistic Families Of America Sign Language Among North American Indians Pictographs of the North American Indians Customs: Burial Mounds of the Northern Sections of the United States The Medicine-Men of the Apache

In "Siouan Sociology," James Owen Dorsey offers a pioneering ethnographic study of the Siouan tribes, meticulously dissecting their social structures, cultural practices, and systems of belief. Employing a comprehensive and anthropological literary style, the work captures the intricacies of tribal life through detailed observations and comparative analyses. Dorsey''Äôs contextual layering positions this text within the larger framework of late 19th-century American anthropology, where the study of indigenous societies was gaining momentum, thus serving both academic and colonial narratives of the time. James Owen Dorsey was an American ethnologist whose deep engagement with Native American cultures stemmed from his academic background and personal dedication to understanding indigenous life. His fieldwork among the Siouan peoples not only enhanced his scholarship but reflected his efforts to advocate for the preservation of Native cultural identities in a rapidly changing world. Dorsey''s work often sought to document and celebrate indigenous voices, which may have influenced the thoughtful approach seen in "Siouan Sociology." This text is a fundamental resource for anyone interested in the complexities of Native American sociology and culture during a transformative period in American history. Dorsey''Äôs keen insights and rigorous methodology make this book essential reading for anthropologists, historians, and anyone passionate about indigenous studies.

June 1940: As Britain''s soldiers limped home from Dunkirk, a maverick Army officer was already devising a bold plan to hit back at the enemy. His idea was to revolutionise military thinking and change the face of warfare for ever. Relying as much on stealth and guile as on courage and stamina, the Commandos brought to the battlefield the skills of the guerrilla. Trained by an unconventional band of experts, and led by a big-game hunter, a film star, a Highland chief and an eccentric wielding a bow and arrow, they became the spearhead of the Allied drive for victory. Weaving together official documents, new research and veterans'' own accounts, Commando reveals for the first time the exhilarating full story of WWII''s most formidable fighting force.

This eBook has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Cult, as used in this book, means a system of religious belief and worship, especially the rites and ceremonies employed in such worship. The present book treats of the cults of a few of the Siouan tribes—that is, with two exceptions, of such tribes as have been visited by the author. "Siouan" is a term originated by the Bureau of Ethnology. It is derived from "Sioux," the popular name for those Indians who call themselves "Dakota" or "Lakota," the latter being the Teton appellation. "Siouan" is used as an adjective, but, unlike its primitive, it refers not only to the Dakota tribes, but also to the entire linguistic stock or family. The Siouan family includes the Dakota, Assiniboin, Omaha, Ponka, Osage, Kansa, Kwapa, Iowa, Oto, Missouri, Winnebago, Mandan, Hidatsa, Crow, Tutelo, Biloxi, Catawba, and other Indians.

Leaping effortlessly from bright streams into the human imagination, the trout has an ancient fascination that can be traced back to Stone Age cave dwellers, and it thrives today in our diet, religion, folklore, history, science, literature, and, of course, fishermen’s tales. James Owen reveals here why the trout beguiles us so. Taking myriad forms, the fish has a vitality and physical beauty that brings to mind pure waters and quiet, outdoor spaces. This biography of the trout showcases the animal as sacred fish, edible fish, farmed fish, and a fish of scientific investigation. In telling this story, Owen follows the trout around the world: starting in Europe and North America, he then follows the voyage that took the creature from England to Australia in the nineteenth century. Along the way, he presents a diverse cast of characters, from obscure British saints and fly-fishing nuns to visionary inventors, jazz singers, and counterculture novelists—all united by this magical animal. Trout will delight and surprise anglers who have ever cast a fly and anyone who has caught a glimpse of its stunning camouflage.

In ''Illustration of the Method of Recording Indian Languages,'' scholars James Owen Dorsey, Stephen Return Riggs, and Albert S. Gatschet provide an essential guide to the techniques and practices fundamental to the study and documentation of Native American linguistics. As part of the First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology at the Smithsonian Institution, this work stands as a pivotal historical document that bridges individual scholarly endeavors and the systematized approach to ethnolinguistic research. Its content represents not only the painstaking process of recording vanishing languages but also encompasses the sensitivities needed to approach cultural intersections with respect and academic rigor. The literary style is empirical and methodical, steeped in the tradition of 19th-century ethnographic scholarship and provides context for the evolution of anthropological linguistics. James Owen Dorsey, whose collaboration with Riggs and Gatschet yields this comprehensive illustration, was a connoisseur of Native American cultures. Driven by a profound commitment to preserve and understand the intricacies of indigenous languages, Dorsey''s work reflects his time with various tribes; his insights are imbued with an authenticity that comes from direct engagement and mutual respect. Dorsey''s scholarship, inspired by an ethos to salvage and safeguard a rich cultural tapestry, informs his methodological approach – one forged in the field and honed through years of dedication. This book is recommended for linguists, anthropologists, historians, and anyone interested in Native American studies or language preservation. The meticulous attention to detail and the foundational methodology set forth by Dorsey and his colleagues are invaluable to contemporary scholars and cultural preservationists alike. Understanding the nuances of recording and analyzing indigenous languages provides critical insight into the broader implications of language loss and the need for its documentation. This edition, carefully reproduced by DigiCat Publishing, encapsulates a testament to human legacy, warranting recognition and engagement from both academic and impassioned readers who wish to partake in the stewardship of world heritage and intellectual pursuit.

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This is a curated and comprehensive collection of the most important works covering matters related to national security, diplomacy, defense, war, strategy, and tactics. The collection spans centuries of thought and experience, and includes the latest analysis of international threats, both conventional and asymmetric. It also includes riveting first person accounts of historic battles and wars.Some of the books in this Series are reproductions of historical works preserved by some of the leading libraries in the world. As with any reproduction of a historical artifact, some of these books contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. We believe these books are essential to this collection and the study of war, and have therefore brought them back into print, despite these imperfections.We hope you enjoy the unmatched breadth and depth of this collection, from the historical to the just-published works.

The New York Times bestselling author of The Physics of Wall Street “deftly explains all you wanted to know about nothingness—a.k.a. the quantum vacuum” (Priyamvada Natarajan, author of Mapping the Heavens). James Owen Weatherall’s bestselling book, The Physics of Wall Street, was named one of Physics Today’s five most intriguing books of 2013. In this work, he takes on a fundamental concept of modern physics: nothing. The physics of stuff—protons, neutrons, electrons, and even quarks and gluons—is at least somewhat familiar to most of us. But what about the physics of nothing? Isaac Newton thought of empty space as nothingness extended in all directions, a kind of theater in which physics could unfold. But both quantum theory and relativity tell us that Newton’s picture can’t be right. Nothing, it turns out, is an awful lot like something, with a structure and properties every bit as complex and mysterious as matter. In his signature lively prose, Weatherall explores the very nature of empty space—and solidifies his reputation as a science writer to watch. Included on the 2017 Best Book List by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) “An engaging and interesting account.”—The Economist “Readers get a dose of biography while following such figures as Einstein, Dirac, and Newton to see how top theories about the void have been discovered, developed, and debunked. Weatherall’s clear language and skillful organization adroitly combines history and physics to show readers just how much ‘nothing really matters.’”—Publishers Weekly

One of the most dramatic changes to women''s lives in the twentieth century was the advent of safe childbirth, reducing the maternal mortality rate from 1 in 400 births to 1 in 10,000 in just 80 years. The impetus behind this change was the Confidential Enquiries into Maternal Death (CEMD), now the world''s longest running self-audit of a healthcare service. Here, leading authors in the CEMD tell the story of the pioneering clinicians behind the push for improvements, who received little recognition for their work despite its far-reaching consequences. One by one, the leading causes of maternal death were identified and resolved, from sepsis to safe abortions and more recently psychiatric illness and social and ethnic disparities in healthcare. Global maternal mortality is still too high; this valuable book shows how significant advances in maternal healthcare are possible when clinicians, politicians and the public work together.

The Second World War was the first truly global conflict and sixty years on its consequences continue to shape the modern world. Season by season The Voice of War charts the course of the central event of the twentieth century using the diaries, letters and memoirs of those who were there, from Russian women fighter pilots to the prisoners of the Japanese to Londoners enduring the Blitz. Their first-hand accounts place us on the ramparts of Colditz, in the hiding places of the Warsaw Ghetto, aboard a dive bomber at Pearl Harbor, with Rommel in the desert and by Churchill''s side in Downing Street. Unrivalled in the immediacy, range and power of the experiences it contains, it includes writing by, among others, Joseph Goebbels, Benito Mussolini, Christabel Bielenberg, Noel Coward, Robert Capa, Airey Neave, George Patton, Hermione Ranfurly, Arthur Koestler, James Lees-Milne, Martha Gellhorn, Sophia Loren and Primo Levi. Ambitious, instructive and entertaining, this is the definitive portrait of a world at war.

Autumn 1940: the Front Line is now Britain itself. Cities are blitzed night after night and even after the bombers have turned for home, a deadly menace remains: thousands upon thousands of UXBs. Buried underground, their clocks ticking remorselessly, unexploded bombs blocked supply routes, emptied hospitals and left families refugees. Dealing with this threat soon became Churchill''s priority. This desperate struggle became a battle of wits that pitted German ingenuity against British resourcefulness, including such extradinary figures as Robert Davies GC, who saved St Paul''s Cathedral, and John Hudson, the modest horticulturalist who mastered the V1.

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Jessica Owen was born with a liver disease that one day would lead to a liver transplant. Authors Tandy and James Owen felt stranded without a road map when their daughter was diagnosed. They had so many questions and no one to turn to for answers. "Transplant? What does that mean? What does that entail? What should we do?" The Owens relate in "My Child Needs a Transplant, Now What?" how they and their adolescent daughter, Jessica, bravely pioneered new and terrifying territory that included three transplant surgeries, multiple near-death experiences, and last-minute, heaven-sent miracles; and they felt they were doing it all alone. "My Child Needs a Transplant, Now What?" was written so others facing the same struggles won''t have to feel alone, unprepared, or uneducated. They want everyone to understand that even in the darkest times, faith and strength will get you through.

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Over 80 of the best creators from every style and genre have contributed over 50 stories to this anthology featuring tales inspired by the songs of multi-platinum recording artist, Tori Amos! Featuring an introduction by Neil Gaiman, with stories by creators such as Carla Speed McNeil, Mark Buckingham, C.B. Cebulski, Nikki Cook, Hope Larson, John Ney Reiber, Ryan Kelly, and many, many others, Comic Book Tattoo encapsulates the breadth, depth, and beauty of modern comics in this coffee table format book.