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Progress and Poverty by Henry George explores the paradox of increasing inequality in periods of economic growth. George proposes that land speculation is the root cause of wealth disparities, advocating for a single tax on land value to promote fairness and reduce poverty. This influential work is critical for understanding economic and social theories regarding land reform and taxation.

This landmark treatise by the great economist Henry George was first published in 1879. George's work became the seminal analysis of the political economy which inspired most, if not all, the prominent thinkers of the Progressive Movement and many others of great influence: Upton Sinclair, John Dewey, George Bernard Shaw, Friedrich Hayek, H. G. Wells, Clarence Darrow, and Leo Tolstoy, to name but a few. His analyses and proposals are referred to as "Georgism".

This introspective novel presents a selection from the diary of an author reflecting on life after his retirement and leading up to his final days. While it lacks a traditional plot, it offers a rich tapestry of contemplations on art, nature, society, and the essence of living well. The narrators experiences resonate deeply with those of the author, George Gissing, prompting many readers to see it as a semi-autobiographical work. Join us for a journey through quiet musings that illuminate the beauty of existence. - Summary by Peter Eastman

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On their first camping trip, the Silver Fox Patrol faces wildlife and their own fears as they discover what it truly means to be a scout. A bear encounter sets the stage for unforgettable bonding. Discover hundreds of ad-free audiobooks, soothing sounds for sleep and meditation, and more—unwind and learn at www.adfreebooks.com!

Henry George’s words as delivered in 1872 are still hauntingly true to this day. The capitalist society, George states, has two very distinct faces. On the one hand, it openly shares its growth and unyielding optimism for the future, but underneath it hides a society of great distress amongst workers and a failing of the industrial system.