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  Cicero - A Very Short...

  Yelena Baraz

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  Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 BCE) was one of the most influential figures in late republican Rome, a moment of great social, political, and cultural unrest that would lead to the transition from republic to empire. Cicero was a statesman who held the highest political office, the consulship, and then suffered politically motivated exile. His career was grounded in his continued success as an orator: his speeches were famous during his lifetime and, together with his rhetorical treatises, shaped the practice and theory of public speaking for centuries to come. His ideas influenced early church fathers, Renaissance humanists, and Enlightenment thinkers and his dramatic death captured imagination of his contemporaries, who saw it as standing for the death of the republic and eloquence.In this Very Short Introduction, Yelena Baraz presents a concise and integrated account of Cicero's life and accomplishments, locating him within the political and intellectual contexts of his time. It shows that in all his pursuits Cicero saw himself as a mediating figure: between theory and practice, philosophy and politics, Greek and Roman, and among political interest groups. Baraz tackles each area of Cicero's activity on its own terms while showing how overarching ideas and priorities permeate the apparently separate endeavors.

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  History of France - 12th-17th...

  Days of History

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  Unravel the Secrets of a Nation's Transformation: Dive into the Epic Saga of France from the 12th to the 17th Century. 
  Do you find yourself captivated by the intriguing history of France? Are you eager to explore an era filled with powerful monarchs, monumental conflicts, and game-changing cultural shifts that not only shaped France, but the world itself? Your search ends here! 
  Introducing our expertly crafted and meticulously researched book, a must-read for history enthusiasts and curious minds alike. This enthralling guide takes you on an unforgettable voyage through time, revealing the riveting stories and pivotal moments that have defined the nation's journey from the 12th to the 17th century. 
  In this mesmerizing guide, you'll:Witness the complex world of feudal lords, ambitious kings, and gifted artisans who left an indelible mark on history.Experience the heart-pounding action of the Hundred Years' War, the French Renaissance, and the religious conflicts that shaped this transformative period.Delve into the lives and legacies of iconic figures such as Joan of Arc, Louis XIV, and Catherine de Medici.Marvel at the breathtaking architectural masterpieces and artistic achievements that emerged during this time, from Gothic cathedrals to the timeless works of Molière and Descartes. 
    
  Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and ignite your passion for the fascinating past of France. 
  Embark on a Remarkable Journey Through Time: Get Your Copy Today! 
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  Rethinking the Police - An...

  Daniel Reinhardt

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  Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalist
  A former officer grapples with the reality of our broken police culture
  Our society has long been stuck in cultural and ideological battles about police brutality and the police force's broken relationship with our communities. Rethinking the Police promises to start a more hopeful conversation.
  Daniel Reinhardt spent twenty-four years as a police officer near Cleveland, Ohio. He was long unaware of the ways the culture of the police department was shaping him, but gradually, through his own experiences as a police officer and through the mentorship of Black Christians in his life, his eyes were opened to a difficult truth: police brutality against racial minorities was endemic to the culture of the system itself.
  In Rethinking the Police, Reinhardt lays out a history of policing in the United States, showing how it developed a culture of dehumanization, systemic racism, and brutality. But Reinhardt doesn't stop there: he offers a new model of policing based not in dominance and control but in a culture of servant leadership, with concrete suggestions for procedural justice and community policing.

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  Jackson Pollock: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Jackson Pollock, American painter and inventor of "Action painting": Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  The Three Little Pigs

  Eric Suben

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  Repetitive text help tell the classic tale of “The Three Little Pigs.” When three little pigs leave home to build houses of their own, their mother warns them of a wicked wolf. The pigs learn a valuable lesson as the hungry wolf is determined to eat the pigs for supper. Find out which pig builds the strongest house and how they outsmart the wicked wolf. A new, positive twist to the ending of this fairy tale will make it a family favorite and encourage a lifelong love for reading.

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  Gettysburg Address The (Librovox)

  Abraham Lincoln

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  It was a cloudy November day in 1863 when thousands gathered to hear renowned orator Edward Everett dedicate a national cemetary at the site of a pivotal battle early in July of that year. Also present to deliver "a few appropriate remarks" was the President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln spoke but 278 words; Everett later wrote to the President, "I should be glad, if I could flatter myself that I came as near to the central idea of the occasion, in two hours, as you did in two minutes." Though there are surviving transcripts of Everett's lengthly speech, it is Lincoln's words which have come to be known as "The Gettysburg Address" (Summary by Chip)

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