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Confident, kind, knowledgeable, Everett puts his psychiatric and philosophic tools in the hands of his readers. He sets an example of that aspect of human nature called "instrumental," devoted to improving the world and making people happier in the process. "It is contagious, and it gets stronger with exercise."

It takes nerve to distill the wisdom of William James, Albert Schweitzer, Karen Horney, Jesus, Buddha, the Dalai Lama and a dozen others into a page or two each; Everett does it admirably. Though he must oversimplify, his treatment is both serious and enthusiastic and should whet...

The formation which became the Somerset Light Infantry is one of the oldest units in the British Army. It was raised in 1685 by the Earl of Huntingdon, who, as a Catholic, speedily lost his command in the 1688 Glorious Revolution, when the regiment deserted James II en masse for the Protestant cause of William of Orange. The following yhear it was present at the disastrous Battle of Kiliecrankie when Jacobite Highlanders routed a roce oif English troops and Protestant lowlanders. The regiment fought for William in Ireland as well as Scotland, taking part in the Battle of the Boyne and...

'The Great Short Stories of Thanksgiving' is a literary feast, celebrating the richness of American storytelling through its thematic diversity and historical breadth. This anthology brings together works penned by some of the most influential writers of the 19th and early 20th centuries, weaving tales that explore themes of gratitude, community, and the human spirit. The collection distinguishes itself by the variety of its voices and the depth of its emotional and cultural explorations-ranging from the vivid portrayals of Puritan society to poignant reflections on personal and social...