Skip to main content

Shopping Cart

You're getting the VIP treatment!

Item(s) unavailable for purchase
Please review your cart. You can remove the unavailable item(s) now or we'll automatically remove it at Checkout.
itemsitem
itemsitem

Recommended For You

Loading...


graham sumner

Showing 1 - 12 of 18 results for “graham sumner
Skip side bar filters
  • Arms and Armour of the Imperial Roman Soldier

    From Marius to Commodus, 112 BC–AD 192

    A survey of the various forms of armour worn by the Roman soldier from 112 BC to 192 AD, featuring a wealth of illustrations and plates.From the Latin warriors on the Palatine Hill in the age of Romulus, to the last defenders of Constantinople in 1453 AD, the weaponry of the Roman Army was constantly evolving. Through glory and defeat, the Roman warrior adapted to the changing face of warfare. Due ... Read more

    $11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Folkways

    The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Roman Warriors

    The Paintings of Graham Sumner

    Gathering together stunning artwork from Graham Sumner’s impressive, expansive portfolio, featuring never-before-seen illustrations from the artist and reminding us of his exceptional ability to bring Ancient Rome to life through painting, this colorful, comprehensive anthology is a must-have for any enthusiast of the period, and of military history in general.Introduced with a foreword by best ... Read more

    $14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Eager for Glory

    The Untold Story of Drusus the Elder, Conqueror of Germania

    "The first biography of an important personality from the beginnings of Rome's empire" (Graham Sumner, coauthor of Arms and Armour of the Imperial Roman Soldier).Nero Claudius Drusus Germanicus (Drusus the Elder) was the first conqueror of Germania (the Netherlands and Germany) and one of ancient Rome's most beloved military heroes. Yet there has never been a full volume dedicated to his ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Folkways

    Enriched edition. A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals

    In "Folkways," William Graham Sumner offers a meticulous exploration of the customs, traditions, and societal norms that shape human behavior, arguing that these 'folkways' dictate social cohesion and individual conduct. Written in an analytical yet engaging style, the book situates itself within the context of late 19th-century sociology, drawing on a diverse array of examples to illustrate the ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Forgotten Man and Other Essays

    During the last fifteen years we have had two great questions to discuss: the restoration of the currency and civil-service reform. Neither of these questions has yet reached a satisfactory solution, but both are on the way toward such a result. The next great effort to strip off the evils entailed on us by the Civil War will consist in the repeal of those taxes which one man was enabled to levy ... Read more

    $6.29 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Sociology Omnibus Collection: 18 Must-Read Books

    Six Thousand Country Churches, Village Life in China, The Challenge of the Country, etc.

    The Sociology Omnibus Collection: 18 Must-Read Books is a compendium that offers a penetrating exploration into the multifaceted nature of social science. Within these pages, readers encounter a rich tapestry of themes ranging from societal development, human behavior, and cultural evolution to the implications of economic and political systems. The anthology reflects a wide array of literary ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays

    Enriched edition.

    In "The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays," William Graham Sumner presents a compelling critique of societal and governmental interventions in the lives of individuals, emphasizing the concept of the 'forgotten man'—the ordinary citizen who bears the consequences of policies aimed at helping others. Sumner's literary style is marked by a blend of incisive argumentation and accessible prose, ... Read more

    Was $1.99 USD Now $0.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays

    Enriched edition. Exploring Individualism and Social Darwinism

    In "The Forgotten Man, and Other Essays," William Graham Sumner delves into the intricacies of societal dynamics and human behavior, examining the often-overlooked individual caught in the web of political and social ideologies. The essays are characterized by Sumner's incisive reason and clarity, reflecting the emerging trends of classical liberalism in the late 19th century. With a rich ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Earth-Hunger and Other Essays

    Enriched edition. Unraveling Social Complexities: Essays on Competition, Government, and Human Nature

    In "Earth-Hunger and Other Essays," William Graham Sumner presents a critical examination of societal norms, economic theories, and moral values prevalent in late 19th-century America. Through a collection of incisive essays, Sumner employs a sharp, analytical literary style that blends empirical observation with engaging rhetoric. He explores themes of individualism, capitalism, and the ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • What Social Classes Owe to Each Other

    Enriched edition. Navigating Social Obligations and Economic Inequality

    In "What Social Classes Owe to Each Other," William Graham Sumner meticulously explores the intricate relationships between social hierarchies and the responsibilities they entail. Written in the late 19th century, the book epitomizes the rise of social Darwinism, asserting that societal progress is a natural outcome of individual efforts and competition. Sumner's incisive prose and empirical ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Folkways

    If we put together all that we have learned from anthropology and ethnography about primitive men and primitive society, we perceive that the first task of life is to live. Men begin with acts, not with thoughts. Every moment brings necessities which must be satisfied at once. Need was the first experience, and it was followed at once by a blundering effort to satisfy it. It is generally taken for ... Read more

    $2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus