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  Ruthenia: The History of Ukraine...

  Editors Charles River

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  The history of Ukraine is a fascinating story of how cultures, political systems, religions, and power have met, intersected, morphed, and expanded. The region was relatively sparsely populated for much of ancient history, a wilderness of rivers, forests, and steppes, but that does not detract from the rich historical development of the region. A huge area, Ukraine is wedged between the continents of Asia and Europe, and its position as a crossroads ensured there was fierce competition for influence there. Historians have called the formation of Ukraine the “establishment of a unity among three zones…the ports of Crimea and the coast, the rich steppe heartland, and the forests,” based around the themes of “geography, ecology and culture.”  
  	Today’s Ukraine is a huge country, incorporating an area over 600,000 square kilometers and home to 42 million people. It stretches from the Crimean Peninsula on the Black Sea in the south to Belarus in the north, Russia to the east, and Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary to the west. The Dnieper River is the region’s key waterway, running into the Black Sea, while the Danube Delta also forms its border with modern-day Romania to the southwest. A steppe exists in the middle of the country while the Carpathian Mountains feature in the west. This geographical formation has influenced some of the country’s key historical developments, as well as the location of its major settlements. Kiev (known today as Kyiv) is, of course, the longstanding capital of the country, located on the Dnieper River in the central northern part of modern Ukraine. Lviv is another large city, located in the northwest near the border with Poland. Odessa is a seaside city on the Black Sea in Ukraine’s southwest, while Kharkiv, Luhansk, and Donetsk are major cities in the country’s east, close to the Russian border.

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  The Dance Cure - The Surprising...

  Peter Lovatt

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  The founder of the Dance Psychology Lab, Dr. Peter Lovatt, reveals the surprising cognitive and emotional benefits of dancing and prescriptive ways to dance yourself happy. 
   
  Dancing isn’t just good exercise. Surrendering yourself to the beat can have a far-reaching impact on all areas of your life –it can help you communicate better, to think more creatively, and can be a powerful catalyst for change. Losing yourself in the moment to a song or piece of music can also alleviate anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation, Dr. Peter Lovatt has found.  
  Drawing on great stories from dance history as well as fascinating case studies from his Dance Psychology Lab and his own life, Dr Lovatt shares his best steps and routines, as well as top dance anthems to inspire everyone—even those who believe they “can't dance”—to turn the music on, stand up, and dance themselves happy.  
  The Dance Cure is filled with surprising prescriptions covering a variety of needs, revealing how a particular type of dance can help.Looking to become more empathetic? Pair up for a Scottish country danceEager to enhance your creativity? Shake it up with contemporary danceNeed to de-stress? Let loose with punk-era pogoLooking to prolong your life? Zumba is the secretIn need of showing yourself more love? Go solo as you trip the light fantastic.Want to bolster your self-confidence? Try ballet and belly dance. 
  An irresistible blend of science and whimsy, The Dance Cure shows you how to turn the beat—and your life—around. 
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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  The Siege of Fort William Henry...

  Ben Hughes

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  The opening years of the French and Indian War were disastrous for the British. Hindered by quarrelsome provincial councils, incompetent generals, and the redcoats' inability to adapt to wilderness warfare, Britain was losing the war. Learning that most of Britain's military resources were allocated to Louisbourg, the French launched a campaign along the weakened frontier. French Commander Louis-Joseph de Montcalm and his American Indian allies laid siege to Fort William Henry; Monro could not hold out and was forced to surrender. As part of the terms, the British regiment, colonial militia, and their camp followers would be allowed safe passage to nearby Fort Edward. The French watched in horror, however, as their Indian allies attacked the British column after it left the fort, an episode that sparked outrage and changed the tactics of the war. 
   
   
   
  Seen through the eyes of participants such as Louis Antoine de Bougainville, a scholarly young aide-de-camp, Jabez Fitch, an amiable Connecticut sergeant, and Kisensik, a proud Nipissing chief whose father once met Louis XIV in the marbled halls of Versailles, The Siege of Fort William Henry uses contemporary newspaper reports, official documents, private letters, and published memoirs to bring the narrative to life.

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  Fairlie's Secret War - How One...

  John Riddell

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  During the Second World War the Royal Navy's vitally important Anti-submarine Experimental Establishment was secretly moved from Portland in Dorset to the Ayrshire village of Fairlie, to escape German bombing on the south coast. For the next six years it occupied the boatyard of yacht builder William Fife on the Firth of Clyde. During this time, highly confidential world-leading research on the acoustic detection of submarines by asdic – now known as sonar – was carried out by hundreds of scientists, officers and local men and women based at Fairlie. As experiments took place into new ways of sinking German U-boats, the peace of the quiet village was shattered. Winston Churchill described the work done at Fairlie as critical to winning the Battle of the Atlantic and ultimately the war. The research remained relevant to anti-submarine warfare long after the war, and is still relevant today.
  Fairlie's role in the war was not disclosed until relatively recently. Highly illustrated throughout and making use of previously unpublished material, this book tells the full story of the establishment at Fairlie for the first time. It describes the impact it had on local people, and their relationship with the naval officers and scientists who came to work there.
  Winner of the John Strawhorn Memorial Quaich, awarded by the Ayrshire Federation of Historical Societies 'to an individual or group who is judged to have made an outstanding contribution to the local history of Ayrshire'.

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  Plants and Us: How They Shape...

  Calvin Harlow

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  Plants and Us: How They Shape Our World 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to delve deeper into the fascinating world of plants and understand how they profoundly influence our lives? 
  Searching for a comprehensive guide that covers all the crucial elements related to how plants shape our world? 
  Your search ends here! 
  This audiobook serves as your ultimate companion to deepen your knowledge, apply what you learn, and engage in hands-on exploration. With this, you're set for success. 
  Updated for the latest insights and discoveries! 
  Key features of this enriched guide: 
  - Profound insights into how plants shape our existence 
  - Detailed explanations of the roles and importance of various plants 
  - Fruitful strategies for understanding and appreciating plant life 
  Our guide stands out through its comprehensive coverage, essential to unlocking the mysteries of how plants influence our world. Concepts aren't merely touched upon; they are explored in depth. 
  Please note that this guide is not affiliated with any official entity and is solely 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 technically accurate content. 
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  A Bully Grows Up - Erik Meets...

  Caryn Sabes Hacker ACSW, DCSW

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  Erik, a self-assured and aggressive ten-year-old bully, is transported to a fantasy realm where he encounters a deadly foe threatening the young boy's life. 
  With the guidance of a wise and kind-hearted Wizard, Erik sets out on a perilous quest to confront the menacing Dragon that keeps him trapped in a cave, unable to return home.  
  Along the way, he unravels the connections between his anger and survival instincts, ultimately leading to a profound transformation in his bullying ways. 
  Each chapter of this audiobook is accompanied by thoughtful questions and engaging exercises designed to help young listeners navigate their own challenges and learn valuable coping mechanisms. Through Erik's journey, children of all ages will discover the importance of positive attachments and develop the resilience needed to face the dragons in their lives. 
  Written by a psychotherapist, "A Bully Grows Up: Erik Meets the Wizard" is a powerful tool for addressing bullying behavior and fostering emotional growth in children. The author weaves vital therapeutic techniques for creating healthy connections into the storyline so the reader grows as they listen along. Join Erik on his extraordinary adventure and learn how to conquer the dragons within.

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