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  Clean Up on Aisle Earth - How...

  Tasmin Lockwood

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  Earth is askew, teetering ever-further into irreversible damage through the man-made climate crisis. Technology undoubtedly contributed to this mess, but it's also a game-changer in our ability to fight it. Technologies that help to slash emissions and restore nature have the power to define tomorrow's world, from low-tech biochar and enhanced rock weathering to the higher-tech processes of sucking carbon out of the atmosphere and using AI to increase energy efficiency.
  Through research and interviews with experts across the climate and technology spectrum, journalist Tasmin Lockwood explores these big ideas, innovations, and ways to roll them out equitably.
  Clean Up On Aisle Earth offers an optimistic blueprint of what life in a sustainable world could look like – if we truly commit to it.

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  Leveraging Latency - How the...

  Tristan A. Volpe

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  When does nuclear latency—the technical capacity to build the bomb—enable states to pursue effective coercion? 
   
   
   
  In Leveraging Latency, Tristan A. Volpe argues that having greater capacity to build weaponry doesn't translate to greater coercive advantage. Volpe finds that there is a trade-off between threatening proliferation and promising nuclear restraint. States need just enough bomb-making capacity to threaten proliferation, but not so much that it becomes too difficult for them to offer nonproliferation assurances. The boundaries of this sweet spot align with the capacity to produce the fissile material at the heart of an atomic weapon. 
   
   
   
  To test this argument, Volpe includes comparative case studies of four countries that leveraged latency against superpowers: Japan, West Germany, North Korea, and Iran. In doing so, Volpe identifies a generalizable mechanism—the threat-assurance trade-off—that explains why more power often makes compellence less likely to work. This framework illuminates how technology shapes broader bargaining dynamics and helps to refine policy options for inhibiting the spread of nuclear weapons. As nuclear technology continues to cast a shadow over the global landscape, Leveraging Latency provides a systematic assessment of its coercive utility.

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  Roman Medicine and Science -...

  Rogan Fish

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  Roman medicine was a blend of practical knowledge, religious beliefs, and influences from earlier civilizations, particularly the Greeks and Etruscans. While early Roman healing methods were deeply rooted in superstition, the expansion of the empire led to the adoption of more systematic medical practices. Over time, Roman medicine evolved into a structured system that combined natural remedies, surgical techniques, and public health initiatives. 
  Greek influence played a significant role in shaping Roman medical knowledge. Before Rome conquered Greece, healing in the Roman Republic was often associated with household remedies and religious rituals. However, as Greek physicians such as Archagathus and later Galen entered Rome, their advanced knowledge in anatomy, surgery, and pharmacology became widely accepted. Many Roman physicians were either trained by Greek mentors or studied Greek medical texts. Hippocratic principles, which emphasized observation and diagnosis, became foundational in Roman medical education. 
  Despite the growing reliance on scientific methods, religion and superstition remained integral to Roman healing practices. The Romans believed that diseases could be divine punishments or warnings from the gods. Temples dedicated to deities like Aesculapius, the god of medicine, served as healing centers where the sick sought divine intervention. Priests and healers performed rituals and sacrifices to appease the gods and cure ailments. Additionally, charms, amulets, and incantations were commonly used to ward off illness. Even as medical science progressed, many Romans continued to rely on religious customs for healing.

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  Thucydides - A Very Short...

  Jennifer T. Roberts

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  In 432 BCE the powerful city-state of Sparta on the peninsula of the Peloponnesus in southwestern Greece declared war on Athens, head of a mighty naval coalition. The war would last until Sparta finally brought Athens to its knees in 404. The Athenian aristocrat Thucydides, suspecting the magnitude of the conflict that was unfolding before his eyes, at once undertook to record its history, exploring the causes and course of the war in the context of his great interest: human nature. An introduction to Thucydides's thought and background, this book examines Thucydides's account of the war in the context both of the international situation in the classical Greek world and of the intellectual traditions of the fifth century BCE, exploring the historian's connection to prose writers like Herodotus as well as poets like Homer and the tragedians, and investigating the complex dynamics of the war that changed the Greek world forever.

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  Russian Nuclear Orthodoxy -...

  Dmitry Adamsky

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  A nuclear priesthood has arisen in Russia. From portable churches to the consecration of weapons systems, the Russian Orthodox Church has been integrated into every facet of the armed forces to become a vital part of Russian national security, politics, and identity. This extraordinary intertwining of church and military is nowhere more visible than in the nuclear weapons community, where the priesthood has penetrated all levels of command and the Church has positioned itself as a guardian of the state's nuclear potential. Russian Nuclear Orthodoxy considers how, since the Soviet collapse in 1991, the Church has worked its way into the nuclear forces, the most significant wing of one of the world's most powerful military organizations. 
   
   
   
  Dmitry Adamsky describes how the Orthodox faith has merged with Russian national identity as the Church continues to expand its influence on foreign and domestic politics. The Church both legitimizes and influences Moscow's assertive national security strategy in the twenty-first century. This book sheds light on the role of faith in modern militaries and highlights the implications of this phenomenon for international security. Ultimately, Russian Nuclear Orthodoxy interrogates the implications of the confluence of religion and security for other members of the nuclear club, beyond Russia.

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  The Brontës - The True Story of...

  Liam Dale

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  Interested in delving into the lives of the Brontë Sisters but short on time for lengthy biographies? Join The History Journals for an hourly history tour of their extraordinary lives. 
   
  The Brontë Sisters stand tall as one of literature's most illustrious families. Their timeless classics, including "Jane Eyre" and "Wuthering Heights," continue to define English Literature. These novels grace bookstores, libraries, and digital platforms, captivating readers' hearts and minds. Charlotte, Anne, and Emily Brontë, along with their brother Branwell and father Patrick, left an indelible mark with their passionate narratives and soul-stirring poetry. 
   
  Explore: 
  - Patrick and Maria Brontë, and the birth of the Brontë siblings 
  - The Brontës' relocation to Haworth, early losses, and education 
  - Homesickness, the moors, and their governess roles 
  - The creation of "Wuthering Heights" and "Agnes Grey," accompanied by Branwell's passing 
  - Ongoing family hardships and the Brontës' rising renown 
  - Charlotte's journey, her demise, and the enduring Brontë legacy

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