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Shop Management
Shop Management by Frederick Winslow Taylor is a seminal work in the field of industrial engineering and management, first published in 1903. This influential book lays the foundation for modern management practices by introducing the principles of scientific management, a systematic approach to improving efficiency and productivity in manufacturing and business operations. Drawing from his ...
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Side-Lights on Astronomy and Kindred Fields of Popular Science
Side-Lights on Astronomy and Kindred Fields of Popular Science by Simon Newcomb is a captivating collection of essays that illuminates the wonders of astronomy and its related sciences for the general reader. Drawing from his extensive experience as a renowned astronomer and mathematician, Newcomb presents a series of engaging and accessible discussions on a wide range of topics, from the ...
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Signalling across space without wires: Being a description of the work of Hertz & his successors
Signalling Across Space Without Wires: Being a Description of the Work of Hertz & His Successors is a comprehensive exploration of the early history and scientific principles behind wireless communication. Authored by Oliver Lodge, a pioneering physicist and inventor, the book delves into the groundbreaking experiments of Heinrich Hertz, whose work in the late 19th century confirmed the ...
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Simple Italian Cookery
Simple Italian Cookery is a classic culinary guide that brings the authentic flavors of Italy into your kitchen with ease and simplicity. Originally published in the early 20th century, this book offers a delightful collection of traditional Italian recipes, carefully curated and adapted for the home cook. The author, Antonia Isola, demystifies the art of Italian cooking, focusing on ...
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Sir James Young Simpson and Chloroform: 1811-1870; Masters of Medicine
Sir James Young Simpson and Chloroform 1811-1870; Masters of Medicine is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life and groundbreaking achievements of Sir James Young Simpson, one of the most influential figures in the history of medicine. This meticulously researched volume traces Simpson’s journey from his humble beginnings in Scotland to his rise as a pioneering physician and ...
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Sir Rowland Hill: The Story of a Great Reform
Sir Rowland Hill: The Story of a Great Reform is a comprehensive biography that chronicles the life and achievements of Sir Rowland Hill, the visionary English reformer best known for revolutionizing the postal system. This detailed account traces Hill’s early years, his dedication to education, and his relentless pursuit of social improvement, culminating in his groundbreaking work on postal...
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Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works
Sir William Herschel: His Life and Works is a comprehensive biography that delves into the remarkable life and groundbreaking achievements of Sir William Herschel, one of the most influential astronomers of the 18th and 19th centuries. Authored by Edward Singleton Holden, this detailed account traces Herschel’s journey from his early years as a musician in Hanover to his rise as a pioneering ...
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Guerra e pace: Ediz. integrale (Grandi classici)
Scritto da Lev Tolstoj tra il 1863 e il 1869, Guerra e pace è considerato il più grande romanzo russo. In questa celeberrima opera si fondono due narrazioni: da una parte, i grandi avvenimenti storici che travolsero la Russia all’inizio del XIX secolo; dall’altra, le vicende delle due famiglie dei Bolkonskij e dei Rostov, unite dalla figura del conte. In tutto il romanzo emerge chiaro il ...
Lev Tolstoj
Il dono di Natale e altri racconti
A 100 ANNI DAL PREMIO NOBEL ALL’AUTRICE, UNA RACCOLTA DI RACCONTI DA RISCOPRIRE Segui le orme sulla neve nella notte di Natale, troverai un fuoco che scalda il cuore. Il piccolo paese è coperto di neve, le campane chiamano alla messa di mezzanotte, il fuoco illumina le cucine. È il tempo dei pastori che scendono dai monti, dei bambini che aspettano doni e meraviglia, delle storie che ...
Grazia Deledda
La morte di Ivan Il'ic (Classici Vol. 124)
La morte di Ivan Ilic, scritto da Tolstoj nel 1889, riflette l’inquietudine e la costante ricerca morale dell’autore, il tutto concentrato in un breve racconto di assoluta perfezione sia stilistica che di contenuto, riguardante il senso che l’uomo cerca di dare alla propria vita attraverso l’esperienza della morte imminente.
Lev Tolstoj
Uno, nessuno e centomila
Siamo davvero una sola persona, oppure diventiamo diversi a seconda dello sguardo degli altri? Luigi Pirandello affronta questa domanda in uno dei suoi romanzi più profondi. Uno, nessuno e centomila (Italian Edition) segue Vitangelo Moscarda, la cui percezione di sé cambia radicalmente quando scopre che le altre persone lo vedono in modo completamente diverso da come lui immagina. Questa ...
Luigi Pirandello
Selling Latin America: A Problem in International Salesmanship.What to Sell and How to Sell It
Selling Latin America: A Problem in International Salesmanship. What to Sell and How to Sell It is a comprehensive guidebook authored by William Edmund Aughinbaugh, designed to illuminate the complexities and opportunities of conducting business in Latin American markets during the early 20th century. Drawing on the author’s extensive experience and research, the book provides a detailed ...
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Selling Things
**Selling Things** by Orville Marcellus Kile is a comprehensive and insightful guide to the art and science of salesmanship, first published in 1916. Drawing from years of practical experience and observation, Kile explores the essential qualities, techniques, and strategies that define successful salespeople. The book delves into the psychology of selling, emphasizing the importance of ...
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Senescence: The Last Half of Life
Senescence: The Last Half of Life is a profound exploration of aging, authored by G. Stanley Hall, a pioneering American psychologist and educator. First published in 1922, this seminal work delves into the psychological, social, and physiological aspects of growing older, offering a comprehensive and empathetic examination of the later stages of human life. Hall draws upon scientific ...
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Seventeen Talks on the Banking Question: Between Uncle Sam and Mr. Farmer, Mr. Banker, Mr. Lawyer, Mr. Laboringman, Mr. Merchant, Mr. Manufacturer
Seventeen Talks on the Banking Question Between Uncle Sam and Mr. Farmer, Mr. Banker, Mr. Lawyer, Mr. Laboringman, Mr. Merchant, Mr. Manufacturer is a thought-provoking and accessible exploration of the complex issues surrounding banking and currency in early 20th-century America. Written in the form of a series of dialogues, the book features Uncle Sam engaging in candid, insightful ...
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Seventy-Five Receipts for Pastry, Cakes and Sweetmeats: by Miss Leslie
Seventy-Five Receipts for Pastry, Cakes, and Sweetmeats by Miss Leslie is a classic 19th-century cookbook first published in 1828, offering a fascinating glimpse into early American baking and confectionery. Authored by Eliza Leslie, one of the most influential culinary writers of her time, this book provides detailed, practical instructions for preparing a wide variety of pastries, cakes, ...
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Sexual Neuroses
Sexual Neuroses is a comprehensive exploration of the psychological and physiological dimensions of human sexuality, authored by Dr. Wilhelm Stekel, a prominent figure in early psychoanalysis and a close associate of Sigmund Freud. First published in the early 20th century, this seminal work delves into the complex interplay between sexual instincts, neuroses, and the broader spectrum of ...
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Shafting, Pulleys, Belting and Rope Transmission
Shafting, Pulleys, Belting and Rope Transmission is a comprehensive technical treatise that delves into the fundamental principles and practical applications of mechanical power transmission in industrial settings. Authored as part of the Mechanical Engineering series, this book serves as an essential reference for engineers, machinists, students, and anyone interested in the mechanics of ...
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Shaving Made Easy: What the Man Who Shaves Ought to Know
Shaving Made Easy: What the Man Who Shaves Ought to Know is a classic grooming manual first published in the early 20th century, designed to guide men through the art and science of shaving. This comprehensive book offers practical advice and time-tested techniques for achieving a smooth, comfortable shave, whether using a straight razor or a safety razor. It covers every aspect of the ...
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Il rosso e il nero: Cronaca del XIX secolo (Einaudi tascabili. Classici)
Scritto tra la fine del 1829 e la prima metà del 1830, Il rosso e il nero è il secondo romanzo di Stendhal. L'autore ne corregge le bozze durante le giornate della Rivoluzione di luglio, che liquida la Restaurazione e inaugura la monarchia borghese di Luigi Filippo. Di questo passaggio cruciale Stendhal restituisce con fedeltà lo spirito, muovendo dalla realtà della provincia per ...
Stendhal
Il conte di Montecristo (Einaudi tascabili. Classici)
Leggi un estratto *** Nessun romanzo, forse, ha avuto tante edizioni, tanti adattamenti cinematografici e televisivi; è diventato un musical, un fumetto con Paperino, è stato immortalato sulle figurine Liebig, condensato nelle strisce della Magnesia San Pellegrino e oggi ispira la serie televisiva americana Revenge. Tutti quindi possono dire di conoscerne almeno a grandi ...
Alexandre Dumas
La montagna incantata
Edizione integrale “Erano circa le otto, e ancora era giorno. In lontananza comparve un lago dalle acque grigie, dalle sue rive boschi di abeti scuri si arrampicavano sui pendii circostanti, si diradavano in alto e infine svanivano, lasciando scoperta la roccia nuda e avvolta di nebbia. Il treno si fermò in una piccola stazione, quella di Davos Dorf, come apprese Hans Castorp sentendolo ...
Thomas Mann
Second Shetland Truck System Report
Second Shetland Truck System Report is a significant historical document that delves into the economic and social conditions of the Shetland Islands during the 19th century, focusing particularly on the notorious truck system. This system, prevalent in Shetland and other parts of the British Isles, involved employers—often merchants or landowners—paying workers, especially fishermen and ...
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