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  We Will Not Cease

  Archibald Baxter

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  We Will Not Cease is the unflinching account of New Zealander Archibald Baxter's brutal treatment as a conscientious objector during World War I. 
  In 1915, when Baxter was 33, he was arrested, sent to prison, then shipped under guard to Europe where he was forced to the front line against his will. Punished to the limits of his physical and mental endurance, Baxter was stripped of all dignity, beaten, starved and left for dead by the New Zealand military. In the final attempt to discredit him authorities consigned him to a mental institution, an experience that would haunt him for the rest of his life.

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  A Dialogue Among Clever People -...

  Leo Tolstoy

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  Leo Tolstoy was born in 1828 in the Russian province of Tula to a wealthy noble family. As a child, he had private tutors but he showed little interest in any formal education. When he went to the University of Kazan in 1843 to study oriental languages and law, he left without completing his courses.  Life now was relaxed and idle but with some writing also taking place.  Gambling debts forced an abrupt change of path and he joined the army to fight in the Crimean War.  He was commended for his bravery and promoted but was appalled at the brutality and loss of life.  He recorded these and other earlier experiences in his diaries which formed the basis of several of his works. 
  In 1852 ‘Childhood’ was published to immediate success and was followed by ‘Boyhood’ and ‘Youth’. 
  His experience in the army and the horrors he witnessed resulted in ‘The Cossacks’ in 1862 and the trilogy ‘Sevastopol Tales’. After the war he travelled around Europe, visiting London and Paris and meeting such luminaries as Victor Hugo and Charles Darwin.  
  It was now that Tolstoy began his masterpiece, ‘War and Peace’. Published in 1869 it was an epic work that changed literature. He quickly followed this with ‘Anna Karenina’.  
  These successes made Tolstoy rich and helped him accomplish many of his dreams but also brought problems as he grappled with his faith and the lot of the oppressed poor. These revolutionary views became so popular that the authorities now kept him under surveillance.  
  He led a life of asceticism and vegetarianism and put his socialist ideals into practice by establishing numerous schools for the poor and food programmes. He also believed in giving away his wealth, which caused much discord with his wife.  
  His writing continued to bring forth classics such as ‘The Death of Ivan Ilyich’ and many brilliant and incisive short stories such as ‘How Much Land Does A Man Need’.  
  In 1901 Tolstoy was excommunicated from the Church and controversially deselected for the Nobel Prize for Literature. 
  Whilst undertaking a pilgrimage by train in October 1910 with his daughter Aleksandra he caught pneumonia in the nearby town of Astapovo.  Leo Tolstoy died on November 9th, 1910, he was 82.

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  Welfare Heist: Unveiling the...

  Elias Thornfield

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  Audiobook Description for 'Welfare Heist: Unveiling the Shocking Scandal That Gripped America'  
  Are you eager to advance your understanding and uncover the massive corruption affecting America's welfare system? 
  Searching for an all-inclusive narrative that lays bare the intricacies behind this scandal? 
  Look no further! 
  This audiobook is your essential guide, diving deep into the facts, unraveling complexities, and offering insightful explanations. With this, you're set to grasp the true extent of the controversy. 
  Key features of this in-depth narrative: 
  - Unveil profound insights about the welfare scandal gripping America 
  - Detailed examination of the corruption affecting welfare systems 
  - Effective strategies to understand and analyze the events 
  Our audiobook stands out with its extensive coverage, vital for a comprehensive understanding of the scandal. Topics are not merely touched upon; they are explored with depth and accuracy. 
  Please note that this audiobook is an independent resource for your enlightenment, not affiliated with any official entity. 
  Presented in a clear structure and easy-to-grasp language, 'Welfare Heist' ensures seamless comprehension of complex issues. Bid farewell to convoluted jargon and embrace clear, precise, and factually accurate content. 
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your copy, and embark on a journey to uncover the truths of a welfare scandal that shook a nation!

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  Secrets and Scandals: The Dark...

  Gideon Thorne

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  "Secrets and Scandals: The Dark Ties of Power and Crime" 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you intrigued by the dark underbelly of society, where power and crime intertwine? Ready to delve into gripping tales of intrigue and corruption? 
  Look no further! 
  This audiobook serves as your definitive companion for understanding the complex web of secrets and scandals, applying critical thinking, and engaging in thought-provoking narratives. With this, you're set for an exhilarating journey. 
  Updated for the latest revelations and insights into power and crime. 
  Key features of this enriched audiobook: 
  - Profound insights into the labyrinth of power and crime. 
  - Detailed explanations of the mechanisms behind influential scandals. 
  - Effective strategies for uncovering hidden truths and analyzing corruption. 
  Our audiobook distinguishes itself through comprehensive coverage, essential for a thorough understanding of these dark ties. Concepts aren't merely glossed over; they are explored with precision. 
  Please note that this audiobook is not affiliated with any official investigative entity and is purely an independent resource for your benefit. 
  Designed with a clear structure and easy-to-understand language, our guide ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to dense jargon and welcome clear, precise, and engaging content. 
  So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your audiobook, and begin your journey into the intriguing world of power and crime!

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  Protecting Diana - A Bodyguard’s...

  Lee Sansum, Howard Linskey

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  This is the story of an ex-Royal Military Policeman, martial arts champion, and expert in close protection who found his way to the top of his profession, protecting the most famous woman in the world, Princess Diana. Through his assignment as protection for Mohamed and Dodi al-Fayed, he became guard and confidante to the Princess of Wales and the young princes, particularly Harry, and in Protecting Diana he details the weeks leading up to her tragic death. 
   
   
   
  By chance, Sansum was not in Diana's car the night of the accident, but it still proved to be a turning point in his own life. His career would continue with some glamorous assignments like guarding Nicole Kidman, Tom Cruise, Pelé, and Sylvester Stallone, but his job was far from easy. He also joined the Royal Military Police, where he faced the deadly Irish Republican Army in the "Bandit Country" of South Armagh, before entering the world of private security and operating in hotspots such as Libya and Somaliland. 
   
   
   
  Through protection of Princess Diana and his other high-pressure jobs where lives were at stake, Sansum provides a candid account of quiet strength, and how reading a situation is invaluable to getting out of trouble. He sets the example for achieving personal goals, overcoming trauma, and in doing so, honors one of the most outstanding figures of our age.

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  Good Family - A Novel

  Terry Gamble

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  A retreat on Lake Michigan for old-money WASPs, Sand Isle has long been the summer residence of the Addison family. The youngest member of the clan, Maddie Addison, survived an awkward but sheltered adolescence only to be plagued in adulthood by alcoholism, a failed marriage, and an unendurable loss that sent her fleeing the burden of family expectations. Now, after an eleven-year hiatus, Maddie has been summoned back to Sand Isle, where her widowed mother languishes near death. What awaits Maddie is a collision of distinct, eccentric personalities -- by turns hilarious and poignant -- as well as an archive of memories that evoke pleasure, passion, and pain. Beneath the silent gaze of her ailing mother, Maddie and her family must confront their past and face the future to once again find a home in a house steeped in untold stories of its own.

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