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  Networks of Trust - The Social...

  Anthony Simon Laden

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  An eye-opening look at how parents’ mistrust of colleges has less to do with what their kids are learning than with whom they come to trust. Higher education is a familiar battlefield in today’s culture wars. The right accuses colleges and universities of indoctrinating conservative students with liberal values; the left, with failing to be sufficiently inclusive. The anxieties expressed on both sides of the political spectrum have much in common, however, and they are triggered not by colleges’ failures but by their successes.​So argues philosopher Anthony Simon Laden in Networks of Trust. He highlights how a college education shapes students’ informational trust networks: the complex set of people and institutions they rely on for the information they use to think about and understand the world. While the networks that colleges build for students have great value, learning to inhabit them pulls some students away from their families and communities. If many people distrust institutions of higher education, this is one reason why. Networks of Trust offers a path forward, one that preserves the value while reducing the harms of a college education. It includes concrete suggestions for how colleges and universities can educate students in a manner that inspires and deserves trust: one that bridges rather than deepens our social divides.

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  Demosthenes 354-324BCE -...

  Demosthenes, Dinarchus

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  Demosthenes is generally acknowledged as the greatest orator in history. He overcame a stammer and the theft of his inheritance by his legal guardians to become as foundational to oratory as his contemporaries Plato and Aristotle are to philosophy. 
  Much like a major contemporary political figure, he overcame a stammer on his journey to greatness, with “inarticulate and stammering pronunciation.” He was known as “a water drinker”; a stern and serious presence at all times. 
  His great battle was against the waning of Athenian democracy, which slowly disintegrated into oligarchy and treason over his lifetime. As a legislator, ambassador, and leader he fought against the inexorable rise of Philip of Macedon and, later, Philip’s son Alexander. Fighting for the peace, democracy and equality that Athenian ancestors brought to all Greece, his tale ends in ruin as Athens finally falls, after more than thirty years trying to hold the line. 
   In historical terms, many of the patterns, descriptions and arguments presented here will seem eerily familiar, like listening to Songs In The Key Of Life for the first time. Every part of it has been reused a thousand times by people ever since its creation, so you are intimately familiar with the style, even if you have never come across it before. 
  After a prestigious career of public service, the tide turned against him. An accusation of bribery leads to his most famous speech, On The Crown. This defense of his career as the tides turned against him has been described as “the greatest speech of the greatest orator in the world.” 
  After his conviction, he escaped from prison and went on the run. He was exiled,  brought back, then sentenced to death; eventually, fleeing the city again, this time to the island of Kalaureia (modern-day Poros). Discovered by Archias, he asked for time to write a letter to his family, and took poison from a reed.

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  How to Be a Craftivist - The Art...

  Sarah P. Corbett

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  Award-winning campaigner and founder of the global Craftivist Collective Sarah Corbett shows how to respond to injustice not with apathy or aggression, but with gentle, effective protest.
  This is a manifesto – for a more respectful and contemplative activism; for conversation and collaboration where too often there is division and conflict; for using craft to engage, empower and encourage us all to be the change we wish to see in the world.
  Sarah's craftivism has helped change laws and business policies as well as hearts and minds. Here, with thoughtful principles and practical examples, she shows that quiet action can speak as powerfully as the loudest voice.

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  ADHD Parenting: A Beginner’s...

  Eunice Churchill

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  You've tried everything you've read to help your boy manage ADHD and stay on track, but you still have trouble with the basics, like getting him to do his homework, getting him to help around the house, getting him to soccer practice on time, and getting along with him without constant arguments. Problems associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can make life difficult for anyone, but young boys who are trying to meet the demands of home, school, and society might feel particularly overwhelmed. 
  Through excellent parenting tactics, study skills, diet, exercise, sleep, and more, Dr. Churchill will guide you on a highly practical journey to capitalize on the particular characteristics of ADHD. Boys can have an optimistic outlook on their ADHD with the help of the appropriate resources. This ADHD guide for boys is packed with simple activities to help your child with the many aspects of ADHD, such as self-control and organization, getting jobs done, and making friends, so that they can thrive in all aspects of their life. 
  As they develop their individual skills, children will learn to change their perspective on ADHD. Your boy will acquire insight into himself, his ADHD, and the simple things he can do to feel more confident and in control with the help of this guide, which takes a strength-based approach and includes enjoyable exercises that engage his active mind. 
  The majority of parents of ADHD boys might use some assistance in dealing with the difficulties they face. It's frustrating to see your energetic and intelligent son struggle, especially if you don't have any strategies to help him succeed. This book will show you how to help your son make the most of his ADHD by focusing on his strengths rather than his weaknesses. In addition, it gives parents a sense of optimism and support. Click the "Add to Cart" button up if you're ready to educate your son about ADHD and teach him how to manage his behaviors.

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  The Great Global Transformation...

  Branko Milanovic

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  From the essential chronicler of the world economy, a portrait of the Great Powers in transition. 
   
  The world’s two great economic powers are on opposite trajectories. In the United States, decades of neoliberal policies produced a small class of rich elites and gutted the middle class. In China, the same global forces have created a massive new upper class. The result is the greatest reshuffling of global incomes since the Industrial Revolution—a dramatic shakeup of each country’s political order. As the two powers retreat from one another, the implications for their futures, and for the world economy, are uncertain. 
   
  In The Great Global Transformation, acclaimed economist Branko Milanovic draws on original research to chart how these seismic shifts will shape the next century of the global economy. As both the US and China retreat into protectionism, Milanovic shows how a new and multipolar world order will follow—and how rising nationalism will have dramatically different effects on the two countries. And he shows us the fight ahead: as plutocracy returns, global war threatens, and a new system silently shapes our nations, driving populist discontent to the breaking point. 
   
  A worthy successor to Capitalism, Alone and his other landmark works, Milanovic’s new book announces the arrival of a new era he terms “national market liberalism,” in which liberalism survives in domestic economies, but not necessarily in the social arena. The Great Global Transformation is Milanovic’s indispensable account of the new twenty-first century now underway.

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  My Big Sister's Hijab - My...

  The Sincere Seeker Collection

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  Embracing Hijab & Discovering Its Beauty: A Young Muslim Girl's Inspiring Journey 
  Sophia's Journey to Learning About Hijab & Loving It is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces young Muslim girls to the significance and beauty of wearing the hijab. Through an inspiring and relatable story, Sophia learns about the hijab from her older sister Mina, whom she admires for her faith, kindness, and modesty. 
  Key Features 
  •	A heartwarming story that fosters love for the hijab 
  •	Beautiful illustrations to captivate young readers 
  •	Gentle explanations of why Muslim women wear the hijab 
  •	Emphasizes modesty, humility, and faith 
  •	Encourages confidence and pride in Islamic identity 
  Perfect For 
  •	Muslim girls aged 4 to 8 curious about the hijab 
  •	Parents introducing Islamic values and practices 
  •	Teachers and educators in Islamic schools or weekend programs 
  •	Gifting for Eid, Ramadan, or birthdays 
  Why Families Love This Book 
  •	Empowering Message – Encourages girls to embrace modesty and confidence in their faith 
  •	Relatable Characters – Highlights Sophia and Mina’s inspiring bond 
  •	Educational & Inspiring – Explains the spiritual and practical significance of the hijab 
  •	Visually Engaging – Beautiful illustrations keep children excited to learn 
  By Reading Sophia's Journey to Learning About Hijab & Loving It, Children Will: 
  •	Learn the meaning and purpose of the hijab 
  •	Develop confidence in expressing their faith 
  •	Appreciate the values of modesty and humility 
  Embark on Your Child’s Spiritual Journey Today! Click "Add to Cart" now to help your child connect with their faith through Sophia's inspiring hijab journey!

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