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  Jena 1800 - The Republic of Free...

  Peter Neumann

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  Around the turn of the nineteenth century, a steady stream of young German poets and thinkers coursed to the town of Jena to make history. The French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars had dealt a one-two punch to the dynastic system. Confidence in traditional social, political, and religious norms had been replaced by a profound uncertainty that was as terrifying for some as it was exhilarating for others. Nowhere was the excitement more palpable than among the extraordinary group of poets, philosophers, translators, and socialites who gathered in this Thuringian village. 
   
   
   
  Jena became the place for the young and intellectually curious, the site of a new departure, of philosophical disruption. Influenced by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, then an elder statesman and artistic eminence, the leading figures among the disruptors—the translator August Wilhelm Schlegel; the philosophers Friedrich "Fritz" Schlegel and Friedrich Schelling; the dazzling, controversial intellectual Caroline Schlegel, married to August; Dorothea Schlegel, a poet and translator, married to Fritz; and the poets Ludwig Tieck and Novalis—resolved to rethink the world, to establish a republic of free spirits. They didn't just question inherited societal traditions; with their provocative views of the individual and of nature, they revolutionized our understanding of freedom and reality.

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  Know About "Lord Buddha" - A...

  Saurabh Singh Chauhan

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  This is copy of Introduction of the book : Welcome to the enchanting world of "Lord Buddha," a book that takes you on a captivating journey through the life and teachings of one of the greatest spiritual teachers in history. In these pages, you will discover the extraordinary story of a prince who became an enlightened soul, inspiring millions around the world with his profound wisdom and boundless compassion. Once upon a time, in the ancient India, in the kingdom of Kapilavastu, a prophecy echoed through the land a prophecy of a destined birth that would bring light to the world. It was the birth of a great soul, a soul that would guide humanity Know About Lord Buddha towards liberation and awakening. This soul was none other than Siddhartha Gautama, who later became known as Lord Buddha.

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  Me and Mr Jones - My Life with...

  Suzi Ronson

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  From the stylist behind David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust look, an electrifying memoir taking listeners behind the curtains during a legendary chapter of pop culture history. 
   
   
   
  Suzi Ronson was working in an English hair salon in the early 1970s when Mrs. Jones came in for her weekly shampoo and set. After being introduced to her son, David, and his wife, Angie, she soon finds herself at the Bowies' bohemian apartment and embroiled in their raucous world. 
   
   
   
  Having crafted his iconic Ziggy Stardust hairstyle, Suzi becomes the only working woman in David's touring party and joins The Spiders from Mars as they perform around the globe. Amid the costume blunders, parties, and groupies she meets her husband-to-be, Mick Ronson, and together they traverse the absurdities of life in rock & roll, falling in with the likes of Iggy Pop, Bob Dylan, and Lou Reed along the way. 
   
   
   
  Dazzling and intimate in equal measure, Me and Mr. Jones provides not only a unique perspective into one of the most beguiling stars in the history of pop music but also of a world on the cusp of cultural transformation.

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  Can You Smell The Rain? - A...

  John Hewlett

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  This is a true African tale of persistence and tenacity. 
  The story of a farmer and pilot raised in colonial Kenya who went on to play an active role in Mozambican politics whilst leading Lonrho’s foreign investment in that country. This unique memoir describes life during Mozambique’s transition from communism to democracy, from poverty to an investor’s choice. It has been a life creating farms, gold mining, and operating hotels through war and peace. Then supporting peasant farmers and developing the conservation of a private tropical island. 
  It is proof that nothing is impossible and Africa offers opportunity to those who persist. It is a personal record of the changes in modern Africa and Mozambique in particular an investor’s destination.

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  Hannah Arendt - Totalitarianism...

  Hector Davidson

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  Hannah Arendt, one of the most influential political theorists of the 20th century, has had a profound impact on the way we understand totalitarianism, democracy, and the human condition. Born in 1906 in Germany, Arendt lived through the upheavals of the First and Second World Wars, the rise of totalitarian regimes, and the Holocaust. Her personal experiences, as well as her academic training, shaped her insightful reflections on the nature of political power, authority, and the dangers of mass society. 
  Arendt's legacy is complex and multifaceted. She is perhaps best known for her analysis of totalitarianism, particularly in her seminal work The Origins of Totalitarianism. In this text, she examined the roots of Nazi and Stalinist regimes, exploring how the breakdown of traditional political structures and the rise of mass movements created fertile ground for totalitarian rule. Her investigation into the mechanisms of such regimes, including their use of propaganda, terror, and ideology, continues to offer valuable insights into the nature of authoritarianism. 
  Equally important to Arendt's work is her exploration of the human condition and the role of politics in public life. In The Human Condition, she distinguished between labor, work, and action, highlighting the significance of active participation in political life as a means of realizing human freedom. For Arendt, politics was not simply a matter of governance or power struggles; it was a space in which individuals could engage in meaningful dialogue, debate, and action, thereby affirming their identity as free and equal citizens.

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  How to Self-Publish: 7 Easy...

  Jaiden Pemton

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  Have you been wanting to write your book and release it into the world through self-publishing, but don’t know the steps of the process or where to get started?  
  Do you need to know more about the self-publishing process in order to decide if it’s right for you? 
  Do you feel unclear about the options that exist for you to get the help you need? 
    
  How to Self-Publish is the guide you need! We will teach you how to self-publish in 7 easy steps. This guide is designed to provide you with all the tools you need in a concise, easy to understand format that will answer all your burning questions and get you on your way to thorough and successful self-publishing. 
    
  To be a successful self-publisher, you must know how to divide your work into stages, generate a title, edit and design your work, write a catchy description, draft a budget, market, and distribute your work into the world. 
  YOU’LL LEARN:The beginning stages of self-publishing (writing, editing, and title generation)The intermediate stages of self-publishing (design and description writing)How to set your budgetCommon mistakes to avoid within the industryHow to build your editing teamHow to select professional designersNeed-to-know terminologyHow to obtain and keep audience engagementHow to apply feedback from your target audienceHow to set yourself apart in your genreCommon mistakes to avoid in the industryHow to market your contentHow to distribute your contentAnd so much more!  
  Whether you're just starting on the journey of self-publishing and need to develop a clearer understanding of the elements, or need to decide if self-publishing is for you, this guide is the companion you need. Let’s get started!

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