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  Carcara the wise eye - The 7...

  Dorinha Aguiar

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  Carcara, the wise eye is a story of self-reliance and determination. We all are singular individuals, independent and unique, but, contradictorily, dependent and inserted in a society in which we can stand out for our own effort and dedication. By themselves or with someone else, each child will always be unique, and we would like them to have the vision of their own power and resistance, to decide the best for them, recognizing the importance of the other.The collection "The 7 Virtues – Stories from Hawk`s Little Ranch was created to motivate parents and educators to tell stories to children, motivating them to think about human values.The characters, personified animals, represent the virtues and tell stories of the folklore of the State of Minas Gerais – Brazil, as well as legends, myths and manifestation of a culture. All stories in the book are based on true events that happened at the ranch of the author's ranch. It's a collection of children's books, with stories based on the folklore of the Center-West of Minas Gerais State. Through humanized animals, the author not only records the oral history, but also rescues values such as respect, honesty, solidarity, endurance, generosity and friendship, dating back to the time of Grandma, but always needed for proper social coexistence.

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  padraig h pearse awakening

  William T McCartney

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  The story of the awakening of Padraig H Pearse from this teenage years to adulthood. Pearse was a barrister and ardent promoter of the Irish language and culture. He set up the school of St Endas which taught all subjects through the Irish language. Tragically he was executed for his part as leader of the 1916 Rising. An immortal hero of the republic.

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  Reckoning The: Book Summary and...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Reckoning, by Mary trump.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mary trump.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  In The Reckoning, Mary trump takes listeners on a profound journey through the hidden forces shaping society and personal success. This audiobook dives deep into the intersections of history, trauma, power, privilege, and societal structures, unraveling the complex web of factors that influence individual and collective productivity.
   
  Through a dynamic exploration of both personal and societal challenges, The Reckoning encourages listeners to confront the legacies of the past and understand how these forces continue to shape the present. By reflecting on historical injustices, economic disparities, and psychological burdens, the author inspires listeners to take control of their personal growth, redefine success, and unlock their true potential.

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  The Fairy Gala Community...

  Martha Begley Schade

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  It's fairy gala time! Fairies from other towns around Ireland come to take part in the Merlin Woods Fairy Gala. They all look so different and there's a strange atmosphere. The locals don’t quite know how to handle the situation. See what happens when they all begin to work together and overcome their differences!Galway Fairytales are a range of books that aim to nurture children's wellbeing through Irish storytelling. These books enable discussions on topics such as bullying, friendships, kindness, teamwork, finding your source of good guidance in life, persevering as a friend, the importance of saying sorry and owning up to wrongdoing, the limits to pranking others, social inclusion, family breakup and coping with anxiety. Each story comes complete with a discussion list and sets of interesting facts about some character or aspect in the story. The Fairy Gala  is the third book of the Merlin Fairy Series and comes complete with a discussion list as well as interesting or fun facts about herbs. Social-emotional learning through enjoyable Irish stories."If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales."  Albert Einstein

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  The Story of Australia - From...

  Lillian Brooks

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  For an estimated 60,000 years, Indigenous Australians inhabited the vast and diverse landscapes of the continent, developing rich cultures, complex social structures, and deep spiritual connections to the land. Long before European arrival, hundreds of distinct Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nations thrived across Australia, each with unique languages, traditions, and ways of life. Their existence was deeply rooted in an intimate understanding of the environment, shaping a sustainable way of living that allowed them to flourish in regions ranging from arid deserts to lush coastal plains. 
  Central to Indigenous Australian culture was the Dreamtime, a spiritual belief system that explained the creation of the land, its people, and its natural features. These stories, passed down through generations, connected individuals to their ancestors and dictated social laws, customs, and responsibilities. The land was not seen as something to be owned but rather as a living entity to be respected and cared for. This relationship fostered sophisticated land management practices, such as controlled burns to regenerate vegetation, ensuring the survival of both the people and the ecosystem. 
  Trade networks existed long before European contact, linking different Indigenous groups across the continent. These exchanges included tools, ochre, food, and ceremonial items, highlighting the complexity of Aboriginal societies. The northern coastal communities also engaged in trade with seafarers from Southeast Asia, particularly the Makassan fishermen from present-day Indonesia, who arrived seasonally to harvest sea cucumbers. This interaction, occurring centuries before European exploration, demonstrates the long-standing external connections Indigenous Australians maintained.

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  The Leaving Season - A Memoir in...

  Kelly McMasters

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  Kelly McMasters found herself in her mid-thirties living her fantasy: she'd moved with her husband, a painter, from New York City to rural Pennsylvania, where their children roamed idyllic acres in rainboots and diapers. The pastoral landscape and the bookshop they opened were restorative at first, for her and her marriage. But soon, she was quietly plotting her escape. 
   
   
   
  In The Leaving Season, McMasters chronicles the heady rush of falling in love and carving out a life in the city, the slow dissolution of her relationship in an isolated farmhouse, and the complexities of making a new home for herself and her children as a single parent. She delves into the tricky and often devastating balance between seeing and being seen; loss and longing; desire and doubt; and the paradox of leaving what you love in order to survive. 
   
   
   
  Whether considering masculinity in the countryside through the life of a freemartin calf, the vulnerability of new motherhood in the wake of a car crash, or the power of community pulsing through an independent bookshop, The Leaving Season finds in every ending a new beginning.

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