Books by "Robert Tracy Jackson"
12 books found
In 'The Man Who Rocked the Earth,' a landmark anthology orchestrated by Arthur Cheney Train and Robert Williams Wood, readers are presented with a stunning array of speculative fiction that challenges the boundaries of the imagination. The overarching themes of human impact on the environment and the ethical implications of scientific progress connect a collection rich in literary styles, from sardonic wit to poignant reflection. Within this context, the anthology contributes significantly to the literary canon, showcasing not only the diversity of thought and narrative technique but also serving as a touchstone for discussions on humanity's relationship with the Earth. The inclusion of standout pieces underscores the collection's relevance and timeliness, offering readers a comprehensive exploration of its thematic concerns without centering on a single authorial voice. The backgrounds of Train, a renowned American lawyer and writer, and Wood, an eminent physicist and inventor, intertwine the analytical with the imaginative, reflecting a period where scientific discovery and literary creativity embarked on a closely knit journey. Their collective expertise foregrounds a historical and cultural movement that views literature not just as a form of entertainment but as a critical lens through which the implications of scientific advancements are examined and debated. This anthology aligns itself with themes of early 20th-century modernity and the anxieties and hopes it ushered in, making it a pivotal work for understanding the interface between science, ethics, and the human condition. 'The Man Who Rocked the Earth' is recommended for readers who yearn to delve into the complexities of humanity's ongoing dialogue with nature and technology. It presents a unique opportunity to experience a multiplicity of perspectives and styles, encouraging a deeper understanding of the subjects at hand. Through its educational value and the breadth of insights it offers, this collection fosters a significant dialogue between the various works of its contributing authors, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of science, literature, and ethical inquiry.
A well-researched, informative book in which Robert Sobel, the noted financial historian, explores the lives and careers of nine representative innovators in business during the last 200 years, men frequently overlooked by contemporary social and political historians: Francis Cabot Lowell, John Wanamaker, Cyrus McCormick, James Hill, James Duke, Theodore Vail, Marcus Loew, Donald Douglas, and Royal Little. Each one was selected to illustrate a different aspect of American business tradition. All share the ability to grasp opportunity and to oppose conventional wisdom when necessary, both of which contributed to the fabric of modern corporate life. In the aggregate they created new organizational traditions that were imitated throughout the Western world. Book jacket.
The Smaller Fossil Foraminifera of the Panama Canal Zone
by Donald Francis MacDonald, Edward Wilber Berry, Henry Augustus Pilsbry, Joseph Augustine Cushman, Marshall Avery Howe, Mary Jane Rathbun, Robert Tracy Jackson, Thomas Wayland Vaughan
1918
History of the Oliver, Vassall and Royall Houses in Dorchester, Cambridge and Medford
by Robert Tracy Jackson
1907
Thomas Hale (ca.1604-ca.1680), son of Thomas Hale (d.1630), immigrated in 1635 with his wife, Thomasine, from England to Newbury, Massachusetts. Descendants and relatives lived in New England, New York, Michigan, Washington, D.C. and elsewhere. Includes some family history and genealogical data in England.
America: A Concise History, Volume One: To 1877
by James A. Henretta, Rebecca Edwards, Robert O. Self
2012 · Macmillan
With fresh interpretations from two new authors, wholly reconceived themes, and a wealth of cutting-edge scholarship, the Fifth Edition of America: A Concise History is designed to work perfectly with the way you teach the survey today. Building on the book’s hallmark strengths—balance, explanatory power, and a brief-yet-comprehensive narrative—as well as its outstanding full-color visuals and built-in primary sources, authors James Henretta, Rebecca Edwards, and Robert Self have shaped America into the ideal brief book for the modern survey course, at a value that can’t be beat.
On June 2nd, 1947, the Basketball Association of America (BAA) and the National Basketball League (NBL) held the first college basketball draft in the history of the sport. The two leagues selected a combined 100 college seniors, including future Hall of Famers Harry Gallatin, Andy Phillip, and Jim Pollard. Since then, over 9,000 draft choices have been made by the major professional basketball leagues. The Basketball Draft Fact Book is the first detailed and comprehensive listing of all professional basketball drafts in the history of the sport, from the first draft in 1947 to the present. In The Basketball Draft Fact Book, each season’s draft is summarized, noting significant events and circumstances pertinent to that year and providing insight into the unique conditions and notable players involved. Following the summary is a complete list of all players drafted that season. This book includes not only the NBA, but the American Basketball League, American Basketball Association, and the Women’s National Basketball Association, as well. Additional sections cover expansion and dispersal drafts, international players selected in the draft, the processes used to determine the order of the drafts, the impact of trades, and more. The Basketball Draft Fact Book provides an authoritative history of basketball drafts in the U.S., with more complete and accurate information than any other source. Containing corrections to hundreds of errors in the draft information currently available, this volume is a valuable resource for basketball fans, historians, writers, and researchers.