History Research

In December 2009, Google began customizing its search results for each user. Instead of giving you the most broadly popular result, Google now tries to predict what you are most likely to click on. According to MoveOn.org board president Eli Pariser, Google's change in policy is symptomatic of the most significant shift to take place on the Web in recent years: the rise of personalization.

We all need to understand the issues surrounding the controversial topic of GMOs for the sake of our health, our families, and the security of the food chain of our planet. Our very future may depend on it. This first volume in a five book series is the introduction you've been looking for.

Efficiency is the key to effective (and enjoyable) genealogy research. Your success should not be measured by the number of hours you spend researching, but by the results of that research. If you are investing 10 hours a month or 10 hours a week, what do you have to show for that time investment? In Genealogy 101, Jedd K. Parkinson shares ten critical lessons supplemented by 94 tips on how to research your family's history efficiently and effectively, helping you to avoid the frustrations and confusion that often afflict beginning and experienced genealogy researchers alike. Mr. Parkinson ...

Four arms of the author’s family, corresponding with the surnames of his grandparents. The Warrender arm of this history starts in the beautiful Lake District of the 1790s, moves to Preston, and then plays out in and around Salford, Lancashire. That is until a wife in a bad marriage moves herself and her children from Salford to Cardiff, following a new love. The Holt arm starts even earlier in the 1520s and features heavily the picturesque seaside town of Branscombe, Devon. Relatives there were agricultural labourers with wives and daughters that were lace makers. Times were tough and ...

This book deals with personnel management in the area of Research and Development of Japanese large corporations, especially in the electronics industry. In the first two chapters it introduces its historical dimension, first through the history of personnel management and labour relations in general and then through the history of the engineering profession and personnel management of engineers in large companies. In the third chapter it analizes the outcome of case studies carried out by the author in 11 large and giant corporations of the electronics industry through two rounds of ...

From New York Times business reporter Nelson D. Schwartz comes a gripping investigation of how a virtual velvet rope divides Americans in every arena of life, creating a friction-free existence for those with money on one side and a Darwinian struggle for the middle class on the other side.

This audiobook covers the Egyptian hieroglyph metaphysical language of images/pictures - the language of the mind/intellect/divine; the scientific/metaphysical realities of pictorial images (hieroglyphs) as the ultimate medium for the human consciousness that interpret, process, and maintain the meanings of such images.

Egyptian alchemy and Sufism, with a coherent explanation of fundamentals and practices. This audiobook explains how ancient Egypt is the origin of alchemy and present-day Sufism and how the mystics of Egypt camouflage their practices with a thin layer of Islam. The audiobook also explains the progression of the mystical way toward enlightenment, with a coherent explanation of its fundamentals and practices. It shows the correspondence between the ancient Egyptian calendar of events and the cosmic cycles of the universe.

An unbelievable series of events led to the establishment of the Northwest Electro-development Laboratory, later the U.S. Bureau of Mines Albany Research Center. Though the fledgling lab had difficulty securing staff due to World War II, world-renown metallurgist William J. Kroll was hired early on as a consultant after fleeing Nazi occupation. Kroll, who had pioneered a method for producing commercial titanium, worked with his core group of associates to develop malleable zirconium, just as a need arose for the little-known metal.

'The History & Mystery of Parapsychology' is a comprehensive guide that balances curiosity with critical thinking. From extrasensory perception and psychokinesis to hauntings and near-death experiences, this book delves into the historical roots, scientific investigations, and psychological perspectives behind these intriguing phenomena. Whether you're a believer, a sceptic, or simply curious, this book takes you on a journey through the methodologies and challenges of studying the unexplained. Explore pioneering research, such as Zener cards and the Ganzfeld experiment, alongside ...

Tales of My Ancestors is like watching the History Channel broadcast via "The Twilight Zone." It will take you on a journey through time with historical figures like Bat Masterson, Queen Elizabeth, General Dwight D. Eisenhower, Cochise, Saint Margaret of Scotland, and players from the last Chicago Cubs team to win a World Series. You'll be there to witness the Salem Witch Trials, the Civil War, the signing of the Magna Carta, and the first steps onto colonial American soil. You'll run into William the Conqueror and a pale horse of death, learn how Shakespeare might have been inspired to ...

Take a step further into the fascinating world of horticultural history with "The Fruits of History: Volume 2." Join author Dennis Santaniello, a seasoned farmer and expert fruit vendor with over twenty years of experience, and dive into some of our most beloved fruits' exotic origins and profound cultural impacts. This eagerly awaited sequel, rich with diligent research and advanced AI tools, unlocks enchanting new tales of fruit that shaped human history. Explore the lush narratives of the tangy plum and the mystical pomegranate, among others, and discover how these fruits have influenced...

Embark on a fascinating exploration of time and history with our new eBook, "Unearthing the Past." This compelling guide will take you deep into the roots of genealogy intertwined with the untold tales of local history. "Unearthing the Past" serves as a welcoming gateway for anyone delving into the intriguing world of local history and genealogy. The first chapter warms up your curiosity, setting a solid introduction to local history and genealogy, driving home the intrinsic connection between the two. Finding your bearings, chapters two and three equip you with the necessary compass for ...

After the last shots of World War II were fired and the process of rebuilding Germany and Europe began, the Western Allies and the Soviet Union each tried to obtain the services of the Third Reich's leading scientists, especially those involved in rocketry, missile technology, and aerospace research.

Coal, iron ore, and oil were the key productive assets that fueled the Industrial Revolution. Today data is the vital raw material of the information economy. The explosive abundance of this digital asset, more than doubling every two years, is creating a new world of opportunity and challenge. Data-ism is about this next phase, in which vast, Internet-scale data sets are used for discovery and prediction in virtually every field. It is a journey across this emerging world with people, illuminating narrative examples, and insights.

This book reveals the ancient Egyptian roots of Christianity, both historically and spiritually. This expanded version of the book consists of three parts. The first part demonstrates that the major biblical ancestors of the biblical Jesus are all ancient Egyptian prominent characters. The second part demonstrates that the accounts of the “historical Jesus” are based entirely on the life and death of the Egyptian Pharaoh, Twt/Tut-Ankh-Amen. The third part demonstrates that the “Jesus of Faith” and the Christian tenets are all Egyptian in origin.

"Flat Earth Reimagined: An AI-Curated Odyssey" is an innovative exploration of the Flat Earth theory, uniquely combined with Artificial Intelligence and the author's expert analysis. This book delves into the intriguing world of Flat Earth beliefs from ancient to modern times, presenting a balanced view of historical, scientific, and sociological perspectives. It critically examines the theory's evolution, key arguments, and the psychological appeal behind such contrarian beliefs. Enhanced by AI-driven research, this narrative offers a multifaceted look at the Flat Earth community, its ...

America is in the throes of a demographic overhaul. Huge generation gaps have opened up in our political and social values, our economic well-being, our family structure, our racial and ethnic identity, our gender norms, our religious affiliation, and our technology use. Today's Millennials - well-educated, tech savvy, underemployed twentysomethings - are at risk of becoming the first generation in American history to have a lower standard of living than their parents.

In four decades, bookended by the Pope’s visits to Ireland in September 1979 and August 2018, Ireland has become one of the wealthiest and most progressive nations in the world. Characteristically brilliant and timely, Renaissance Nation is a thrilling account of Ireland’s vertiginous rise and a timely exploration of its conflicted present, where stark decisions await the next generation of would-be revolutionaries.