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These 12 essays on ascending the “higher spiritual path” toward liberation from the wheel of rebirth provide bona fide information about how to approach and overcome the challenges of this momentous ascent.

Why do stock and housing markets sometimes experience amazing booms followed by massive busts and why is this happening more and more frequently? Boom and Bust reveals why bubbles happen, and why some bubbles have catastrophic economic, social and political consequences, whilst others have actually benefited society.

Overturns common misconceptions about charter schools, school "choice," standardized tests, common core curriculum, and teacher evaluations. Three distinguished educators, scholars, and activists flip the script on many enduring and popular myths about teachers, teachers' unions, and education that permeate our culture. By unpacking these myths, and underscoring the necessity of strong and vital public schools as a common good, the authors challenge readers--whether parents, community members, policy makers, union activists, or educators themselves--to rethink their assumptions.

Educational leaders can draw inspiration from a diverse array of historical and contemporary figures who have championed equity and educational opportunity. This collection features profiles of influential leaders such as Wangari Maathai, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Jimmy Carter, each offering insights into their contexts, leadership styles, and the lessons they impart. By examining these leaders' contributions, the book aims to equip educators with valuable perspectives to foster justice and equity within American schools, bridging cultural and professional divides.

Every Person Is a Philosopher gathers essays by classroom and community educators deeply influenced by radical educator, Hal Adams' educational work and vision, and several essays by Hal Adams. They explore diverse ways this humanizing pedagogy can be applied in a wide range of contexts, and consider its potential to transform students and teachers alike.

For the first time since its initial publication in 1885, this classic history of the Ojibwe is available with new annotations and a new introduction by Theresa Schenck. William W. Warren's History of the Ojibway People has long been recognized as a classic source on Ojibwe history and culture. Warren, the son of an Ojibwe woman, wrote his history in the hope of saving traditional stories for posterity even as he presented to the American public a sympathetic view of a people he believed were fast disappearing under the onslaught of a corrupt frontier population. He collected firsthand descriptions and stories from relatives, tribal leaders, and acquaintances and transcribed this oral history in terms that nineteenth-century whites could understand, focusing on warfare, tribal organizations, and political leaders. First published in 1885, the book has also been criticized by Native and non-Native scholars, many of whom do not take into account Warren's perspective, goals, and limitations. Now, for the first time since its initial publication, it is made available with new annotations researched and written by professor Theresa Schenck. A new introduction by Schenck also gives a clear and concise history of the text and of the author, firmly establishing a place for William Warren in the tradition of American Indian intellectual thought.

William Ayers explores the profound connection between teaching and human potential, emphasizing that effective education nurtures individuals' humanity. His reflections highlight the transformative power of teaching as an idealistic pursuit that continually draws him back to the classroom, underscoring the impact educators can have on their students' lives. Through his insights, Ayers champions the role of educators in fostering growth and understanding within the human experience.

The book challenges the media's portrayal of juvenile offenders, which often depicts them as violent "superpredators." It explores how these distorted images influence public perception of urban youth, particularly among marginalized groups such as poor children and children of color. By examining the realities behind juvenile crime, the narrative seeks to foster a deeper understanding and compassion for these individuals, moving beyond sensationalized headlines to reveal their true stories and struggles.

Engaged teaching is at the forefront of this collection, showcasing key articles from a prominent journal. It addresses themes such as education through social action, the importance of writing in community building, and the role of adult literacy. The volume is enriched with 22 photos, highlighting the dynamic relationship between education and social justice.