International trade has shaped the modern world, yet until now no single book has been available for both economists and general readers that traces the history of the international economy from its earliest beginnings to the present day. Power and Plenty fills this gap, providing the first full account of world trade and development over the course of the last millennium. Ronald Findlay and Kevin O'Rourke examine the successive waves of globalization and "deglobalization" that have occurred during the past thousand years, looking closely at the technological and political causes behind these long-term trends. They show how the expansion and contraction of the world economy has been directly tied to the two-way interplay of trade and geopolitics, and how war and peace have been critical determinants of international trade over the very long run. The story they tell is sweeping in scope, one that links the emergence of the Western economies with economic and political developments throughout Eurasia centuries ago. Drawing extensively upon empirical evidence and informing their systematic analysis with insights from contemporary economic theory, Findlay and O'Rourke demonstrate the close interrelationships of trade and warfare, the mutual interdependence of the world's different regions, and the crucial role these factors have played in explaining modern economic growth. Power and Plenty is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the origins of today's international economy, the forces that continue to shape it, and the economic and political challenges confronting policymakers in the twenty-first century.

The American West conjures up images of pastoral tranquility and wide open spaces, but by 1970 the Far West was the most urbanized section of the country. Exploring four intriguing cityscapes—Disneyland, Stanford Industrial Park, Sun City, and the 1962 Seattle World's Fair—John Findlay shows how each created a sense of cohesion and sustained people's belief in their superior urban environment. This first book-length study of the urban West after 1940 argues that Westerners deliberately tried to build cities that differed radically from their eastern counterparts. In 1954, Walt Disney began building the world's first theme park, using Hollywood's movie-making techniques. The creators of Stanford Industrial Park were more hesitant in their approach to a conceptually organized environment, but by the mid-1960s the Park was the nation's prototypical "research park" and the intellectual downtown for the high-technology region that became Silicon Valley. In 1960, on the outskirts of Phoenix, Del E. Webb built Sun City, the largest, most influential retirement community in the United States. Another innovative cityscape arose from the 1962 Seattle World's Fair and provided a futuristic, somewhat fanciful vision of modern life. These four became "magic lands" that provided an antidote to the apparent chaos of their respective urban milieus. Exemplars of a new lifestyle, they are landmarks on the changing cultural landscape of postwar America.

A supplementary text for chemistry students in undergraduate chemistry courses, and in high school subjects specialising in chemistry ? but aimed especially at first year undergraduate students - SI Chemical Data 5th edition presents the properties of key chemicals used for experiments in easy-to-use tables. The chemicals included in this edition are chosen specifically to cover those studied in university chemistry courses. Students and teachers alike will find this book invaluable for solving tutorial problems and for laboratory work.

First published in 2002. Written in 1958, this book offers a re-examination of Hegel's work, and is the volume I of a series of seven volumes on his work. Starting with a biography and the key ideas, the author offers his own explanations of ideas that are central in Hegel: being the notion of spirit, the dialectical method, the phenomenology of spirit, the doctrines of being, essence and notion; the philosophy of nature, absolute knowledge and subjective/objective spirit.

In "The Expositor's Bible: The Epistle to the Galatians," George G. Findlay offers a profound analysis of one of the most pivotal texts in the New Testament. The book meticulously examines the historical and theological significance of the Epistle, articulating its relevance within Pauline literature and the early Christian community. Findlay's literary style is characterized by clarity and rigor, grounding complex theological concepts in accessible language, making the text both scholarly and appealing to a broad readership. Within the context of 19th-century biblical scholarship, Findlay engages with contemporary theological debates, demonstrating how the themes of faith, grace, and legalism in Galatians resonate through ages. George G. Findlay, a respected theologian and author of numerous works, brought his extensive knowledge of scripture and history to bear in this study. His academic background, steeped in the liberal theological tradition of his time, enabled him to navigate the complexities of Galatians with both critical insight and a pastoral sensitivity. Findlay's commitment to elucidating Scripture for both scholars and lay readers underscores his belief in the transformative power of biblical texts. This insightful commentary on Galatians is recommended for theologians, students of biblical studies, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Paul's message to the early Church. Findlay's work not only enhances our comprehension of the text but also invites readers to explore the implications of Galatians for modern faith and practice.