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Dangerous to Know
In 1823, the History of the Celebrated Mrs. Ann Carson rattled Philadelphia society and became one of the most scandalous, and eagerly read, memoirs of the age. This tale of a woman who tried to rescue her lover from the gallows and attempted to kidnap the governor of Pennsylvania tantalized its audience with illicit love, betrayal, and murder. Carson's ghostwriter, Mary Clarke, was no less daring. Clarke pursued dangerous associations and wrote scandalous exposés based on her own and others' experiences. She immersed herself in the world of criminals and disreputable actors, using her acquaintance with this demimonde to shape a career as a sensationalist writer. In Dangerous to Know, Susan...
Scientific Americans
In Scientific Americans, Susan Branson explores the place of science and technology in American efforts to achieve cultural independence from Europe and America's nation building in the early republic and antebellum eras. This engaging tour of scientific education and practices among ordinary citizens charts the development of nationalism and national identity alongside roads, rails, and machines. Scientific Americans shows how informal scientific education provided by almanacs, public lectures, and demonstrations, along with the financial encouragement of early scientific societies, generated an enthusiasm for the application of science and technology to civic, commercial, and domestic impr...
These Fiery Frenchified Dames
On July 4, 1796, a group of women gathered in York, Pennsylvania, to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of American independence. They drank tea and toasted the Revolution, the Constitution, and, finally, the rights of women. This event would have been unheard of thirty years before, but a popular political culture developed after the war in which women were actively involved, despite the fact that they could not vote or hold political office. This newfound atmosphere not only provided women with opportunities to celebrate national occasions outside the home but also enabled them to conceive of possessing specific rights in the young republic and to demand those rights in very public ways. ...
101 Amazing Uses for Honey
Honey's health benefits range from treating anemia to fighting off colds! Backed by the latest research, holistic nutritional consultant Susan Branson provides 101 useful--and unexpected--reasons to add honey to your diet and daily life.
101 Amazing Uses for Aloe Vera
Aloe vera isn't just for sunburns! The familiar gel from aloe vera plants has amazing antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that stretch far beyond skincare. From managing diabetes and fighting viruses to stimulating the immune system and preventing tumor growth, aloe vera is a miracle plant! Mahatma Gandhi even credited aloe vera with helping him maintain his strength through long periods of fasting! Millions of people are turning away from the harsh effects of modern solutions and back to the gentle but powerful benefits of nature’s oldest remedies. In her 101 Amazing Uses series, Susan Branson, a holistic nutritional consultant, expertly outlines 101 incredible uses for aloe vera, apple cider vinegar, ginger, essential oils, and more. Each book is divided into tabbed sections filled with a total of 101 easy-to-read, bite-sized benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning. Promote healthy skin, reduce stress, boost your metabolism, tenderize meat, and more with these simple, accessible, natural solutions.
101 Amazing Uses for Ginger
Discover the surprising uses and benefits of ginger—from fighting cancer cells to taming spit ends—in this holistic nutrition guide. Everyone knows the rich, distinctive flavor of ginger. But did you know this knobby root can be a source of healing, nutrients, and rejuvenating beauty? From managing nausea to preventing hypothermia, ginger’s uses are incredibly diverse. In 101 Amazing Uses for Ginger, holistic nutrition consultant Susan Branson shares the wide array of reasons everyone should have some fresh ginger on hand. Branson’s 101 Amazing Uses series reveals the practical yet little-known uses for common natural products, including apple cider vinegar, aloe vera, coconut oil and more. Each book is filled with easy-to-read, bite-sized benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning.
101 Amazing Uses for Garlic
It turns out that garlic does more than keep away vampires! Garlic is a natural anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antifungal, and antiparasitic agent. With benefits ranging from slowing collagen depletion and battling cancer cells to preventing hair loss and providing relief for a cold, garlic is a must-have for your kitchen and your everyday life. Millions of people are turning away from the harsh effects of modern solutions and back to the gentle but powerful benefits of nature’s oldest remedies. In her 101 Amazing Uses series, Susan Branson, a holistic nutritional consultant, expertly outlines 101 incredible uses for everyday ingredients like garlic, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and coconut oil. Each book is divided into tabbed sections filled with a total of 101 easy-to-read, bite-size benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning. Promote healthy skin, reduce stress, boost your metabolism, tenderize meat, and more with these simple, accessible, natural solutions!
101 Amazing Uses for Coconut Oil
Discover surprising and practical uses for this flavorful, antibacterial oil—from soothing burns and whitening your teeth to removing makeup. Coconut oil is a well-known super food, but the benefits extend far beyond the kitchen. In 101 Amazing Uses for Coconut Oil, nutrition consultant reveals how this widely available product can boost your metabolism, heal cold sores, reduce hypertension, and so much more. Branson’s 101 Amazing Uses series reveals the practical yet little-known uses for common natural products, including ginger, aloe vera, apple cider vinegar and more. Each book is filled with easy-to-read, bite-sized benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning.
101 Amazing Uses for Essential Oils
The complete guide to getting the most out of your essential oils—from boosting physical, mental and emotional health to home and beauty benefits. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years as natural medicines and contain some of the most proven therapeutic compounds. In 101 Amazing Uses for Essential Oils, nutrition consultant Susan Branson explores health remedies, aromatherapy, and other practical uses for widely available essential oils such as lavender, peppermint, frankincense and many others. Branson’s 101 Amazing Uses series reveals the practical yet little-known uses for common natural products, including ginger, aloe vera, apple cider vinegar and more. Each book is filled with easy-to-read, bite-sized benefits for everything from health to beauty to household cleaning.
Life in Early Philadelphia
The meaning of American history has rarely been contested more fiercely than during the current &"culture wars&" as Americans battle to define their past. Life in Early Philadelphia can contribute much to a reasoned discussion by giving readers the rare opportunity to interpret and reconstruct life in the country's premier urban center at a time when Americans struggled to establish their independence and to create a new nation. Covering the period from about 1775 to 1810, these remarkable documents reveal glimpses of the lives of everyday men and women&—from the impoverished, imprisoned, and enslaved to the &"middling sort&" and the wealthy. Each document is prefaced by a helpful introduction and is extensively annotated. A general introduction, glossary, bibliography, and guide to further reading make the book ideal for students and general readers. Taken as a whole, this collection reveals much about the shaping of American society.
