As a bestselling author and syndicated conservative columnist, Thomas Sowell has written, brilliantly, on a wide range of political, social and cultural issues. But it is economics that has always been his specialty -- and it is to economics that he returns in a book that, in our judgment, ranks as the finest single-volume treatment of the subject since Henry Hazlitt's Economics in One Lesson.read more
There are plenty of guides to homeschooling available now, but it would be hard to find one as comprehensive as The Unofficial Guide to Homeschooling. It manages to cover virtually all the ground that other guides deal with piecemeal or not at all. And it gives you a refreshing new perspective on issues you may think you have completely covered — from a panel of experts including Maureen McCaffrey of Homeschooling Today magazine, Brian Ray, president of the National Home Education Research Institute, and others who know homeschooling issues inside and out. read more
Modern conservatism begins with Edmund Burke and so does the Conservative Leadership Series, the Club’s exclusive library of the founding works of the Movement. Compiled, in this collector’s quality hardcover edition, is a collection of his most important writings and speeches – a must for every conservative library. read more
Syndicated columnist Georgie Anne Geyer contends that American’s obsession with individual rights has led to a nation in turmoil – over immigration, non-citizen voting, and bilingualism. read more
In this masterful, classic exposition of the original principles of American government, James Burnham takes a look at Congress in the American political tradition and the Congress of the 20th century. read more
This book couldn't be more timely. With the conservative movement attracting new members as never before, the need for a balanced, readable and up-to-date anthology of the best that has been thought and said by the movement's leading figures is urgent. And with the question of what -- and who -- is a "true" conservative being vigorously (sometimes viciously) debated, it is helpful to be reminded that disagreement about the answer is nothing new.
The 5 months between Lincoln's election and the firing on Fort Sumter is one of the least understood and most passionately debated periods in American history. As Maury Klein puts it, it all boils down to the same stubborn question: "How could the oldest, deadliest, most divisive conflict of a proud nation come down, after decades of bitter strife, to a dispute over an insignificant fort squatting on a hunk of rock in the harbor of the South's oldest and most defiant city?" read more
“A compelling and highly provocative analysis of the ills in our system of justice…Justice Overruled is must reading for all concerned citizens and those legal engineers seeking to make our criminal justice system function more effectively” -Vincent Bugliosi, former Charles Manson prosecutorread more
Russell Kirk lays the foundation for a conservative understanding of the Constitution in a classic study of the social, cultural, and political inheritance of the American Founding. read more
The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the War of Independence. Richard M. Ketchum presents the American point of view, concentrating not on the British mistakes, but rather on the organization and assembly of thirteen thousand rebel troops under Gen. Horatio Gates. read more
Born on Christmas day, Carol Bird is special from the start. Her especially sweet temper and invalid nature develop together in early childhood. As her health declines, her gracious spirit shines stronger and stronger and is shown not only in her sweetness to her parents, brothers, and uncle, but particularly in her concern for their poor neighbors, the Ruggleses. With their raucous, fun-loving escapades, the Ruggleses soften the sadness in the Birds' household. read more
This political science fiction propels you into the debacle that is the Clinton presidency. R. Emmett Tyrrell illustrates, clearly and dramatically, the true nub and import of every Clinton scandal and how these could be—or should have been—used by Congress to oust a sitting president. read more
Eighteen powerful essays capture the twisted hypocrisy of those who seem more intent on exploiting America’s racial divisions than healing them. read more
Haven't we all wondered why flat soda tastes sweeter than fresh, how Alka-Seltzer settles your stomach, or how copy machines work? Here are 52 experiments that focus on answering questions such as these, brought to you by the world-famous Exploratorium science museum in San Francisco. read more
The early years of Communism were a time of hope. It was Stalin who destroyed the promise of utopia. Or so goes a durable myth, which Richard Pipes puts to rest once and for all. The years between the Civil War of 1918 and the death of Lenin in 1924 were a time of suppression, terror, and despair, all of which set the tone for the years ahead. Stalin spoke the truth, for a change, when he claimed the mantle of Lenin. read more
Modern historians accuse our nation’s Founders of “racism,” “sexism,” and “elitism.” Professor Thomas West debunks these views and demonstrates why the Founders were sincere in the belief in universal human rights, and in their commitment to democracy. read more
Over the years the myths surrounding the fateful maiden voyage of the R.M.S. Titanic have consumed popular culture. Now learn about the real people who traveled on the ship and get a factual account of the events that surrounded its sinking. read more
