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  Where Stands a Wingèd Sentry

  Margaret Kennedy

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  Margaret Kennedy was an acclaimed novelist and playwright best-known for The Constant Nymph. In this autobiographical account, taken from her war diaries, she conveys the tension, frustration, and bewilderment of the progression of the war, and the terror of knowing that the worst is to come, but not yet knowing what the worst will be. 
   
   
   
  English bravery, confusion, stubbornness, and dark humor provide the positive, more hopeful side of her experiences, in which she and her children move from Surrey to Cornwall, to sit out the war amidst a quietly efficient Home Guard and the most scandalous rumors. 
   
   
   
  "Most people knew in their hearts that the lid had been taken off hell, and that what had been done in Guernica would one day be done in London, Paris and Berlin." Margaret Kennedy's prophetic words, written about the pre-war mood in Europe, give the tone of this riveting 1941 wartime memoir: it is Mrs. Miniver with the gloves off. 
   
   
   
  Where Stands A Wingèd Sentry, the title comes from a seventeenth-century poem by Henry Vaughan, was only published in the USA in 1942, and was never published in the UK, until now.

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  As We Remember: A History of...

  Najmah Thomas

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  This book documents the remarkable story of a Woman's Relief Corps (WRC) chapter in Beaufort, South Carolina. The WRC is a national organization established as an official auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) in 1883. A Woman's Relief Corps post has existed in the city of Beaufort, South Carolina, in various forms since 1892 when GAR Post David Hunter No. 9 was established in the city, with statesman Robert Smalls selected as Post Commander in 1894. 
  While much of the record of the early Beaufort WRC was passed on through the esteemed oral history tradition, in 2019 members commissioned a study with the purpose of ensuring their story would be documented in print form and told for many generations to come. That story intentionally centers African American women as lead agents of change and co-creators of the patriotic spirit, an important theme given the fact that historically the national WRC was primarily White-led, and in southern localities like Beaufort, completely segregated. 
  Beyond the Corps' main purpose of documenting their lived experiences as WRC members, this story is compelling in the larger context as the nation contends with changing notions of its national identity and definitions of patriotism.

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  Early Cosmological Thinkers -...

  Hector Davidson

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  This book consists of 2 titles, which are: 
  Heraclitus: Heraclitus of Ephesus, a pre-Socratic philosopher who lived in the 6th century BCE, remains one of the most enigmatic figures in the history of Western thought. Known for his cryptic sayings and profound insights into the nature of reality, Heraclitus' ideas have had a lasting influence on philosophy, science, and the arts. His philosophy, often centered around the concept of change, emphasized that everything in existence is in a constant state of flux. This view is encapsulated in one of his most famous quotes: "You cannot step into the same river twice." For Heraclitus, the essence of life and the universe lies in this unceasing transformation, where stability and change are not opposing forces but interconnected aspects of existence. 
  Pythagoras: As a philosopher and mathematician, Pythagoras is perhaps best known for the Pythagorean Theorem, a fundamental principle in geometry that has influenced the study of mathematics for over two millennia. However, his impact extends far beyond the confines of geometry. Pythagoras is often credited with transforming numbers from mere tools of calculation into a system that mirrors the structure and harmony of the universe. For him, numbers were not just abstract symbols but the very essence of reality, governing everything from the motions of the stars to the patterns in music. His belief in the mystical and metaphysical significance of numbers laid the groundwork for later developments in philosophy, particularly the idea that the world is not a chaotic, random place but a cosmos governed by rational and harmonious principles.

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  The Evolution of Argentina - A...

  Will Forrest

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  In the land of the Southern Hemisphere, where the Andes Mountains towered high and the Pampas stretched far and wide, there once existed a country of great and turbulent history. This country was known as Argentina, and its tale is as epic and enchanting as any told in Latin America. 
  Come journey through the ages with this audibook. From the early indigenous civilizations to the arrival of Spanish conquistadors, from the heroic struggle for independence to the rise and fall of Peronism, this chronicle is rich with heroes, villains, triumphs, and tragedies. 
  Hear the stirring tales of San Martin, Eva Peron, and Che Guevara, who sought to shape the destiny of their beloved Argentina. Witness the clashes between gauchos and indigenous peoples, and the battles for power that defined the country's political landscape. Feel the passion and the pain of a land that has known both great prosperity and crushing hardship, and discover the soul of a people who have endured and thrived through it all. 
  With a masterful storytelling voice, "The Evolution of Argentina" is a journey that will transport you to a world of wonder and adventure, one that is as real and captivating as any fantasy realm. Whether you are a history buff, a lover of epic tales, or simply curious about one of the world's most fascinating countries, this audiobook is not to be missed. 
  So scroll up and buy this audibook now!

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  Fear and Trembling

  Søren Kierkegaard

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  Soren Kierkegaard was a Danish philosopher, theologian, and religious author interested in human psychology. He is regarded as a leading pioneer of existentialism and one of the greatest philosophers of the 19th Century.
  
  In Fear and Trembling, Kierkegaard aimed to understand the anxiety that must have been present in Abraham when God commanded him to offer his son as a human sacrifice. Abraham had a choice to complete the task or to forget it. He resigned himself to the loss of his son, acting according to his faith. In other words, one must be willing to give up all his or her earthly possessions in infinite resignation and must also be willing to give up whatever it is that he or she loves more than God. Abraham had passed the test -- his love for God proved greater than anything else in him. And because a good and just Creator would not want a father to kill his son, God intervened at the last moment to prevent the sacrifice.

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  A Practical Heathen's Guide to...

  Patricia M. Lafayllve

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  Asatru Then and Now 
   
   
   
  From its pre-Christian beginnings to its contemporary practitioners, Heathenry has long fascinated people from every corner of the world. Written from the unique perspective of a Heathen gythja, or Godwoman, A Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru shows how to bring the beliefs and traditions of this ancient faith into your life today. In this complete guide to Asatru, you will discover: 
   
   
   
  ● The mythology, folklore, and historical sagas of Northern European Heathens 
   
   
   
  ● How to conduct rituals for birth, naming, entry into adulthood, weddings, divorces, funerals, and holy days 
   
   
   
  ● Practical techniques for meditation, trance-work, prayer, and working with runes and charms 
   
   
   
  ● Heathen perspectives on the nature of time, creation, worship, ethics, oaths, and hospitality

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