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  Women in Ancient Sparta: The...

  Charles River Editors

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  The most unique city-state in ancient Greece was Sparta, which continues to fascinate people today. It is not entirely clear why Sparta placed such a great emphasis on having a militaristic society, but the result was that military fitness was a preoccupation from birth. If a Spartan baby did not appear physically fit at birth, it was left to die. Spartan children underwent military training around the age of seven, and every male had to join the army around the age of 18.  
  	Sparta will forever be known for its military prowess, but they had lives off the battlefield as well, and their way of life was also unique. For example, Spartan females were formally educated, which was a rarity among the city-states, and according to Plutarch, when Leonidas’s wife Gorgo was asked why Spartan women held such places of prominence in society, she replied, “It is because we Spartan women are the only ones who give birth to men."  
  	Athenian girls were married at 14 to husbands they had never met, whereas Spartan girls married in their late teens or twenties. Athenian women were expected to stay indoors, be segregated from men, remain uneducated, and be silent, while Spartan women trained in athletics, exercised in public in scant clothing or none at all, owned property in their own names, and spoke their minds. By the 4th century B.C., according to Aristotle, they owned 40% of the land across the entire polis, and they were credited by foreign observers with influence over their husbands that no other Greek women possessed. 
  While all of this was acknowledged, the sources are uneven regarding the actual lives of Spartan women, from how they were raised to how they spoke and worshiped. All that can be said for sure is that Sparta had a society in which the female half of the citizen population occupied a position more nearly equal to that of men than anywhere else in the ancient Mediterranean world.

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  A Rare Recording of Eleanor...

  Eleanor Roosevelt

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  Eleanor Roosevelt (October 11, 1884 - November 7, 1962) was born in New York City and was a niece of President Theodore Roosevelt. She would have a long and distinguished career as an American political figure, diplomat, and activist, making her one of the most admired women of the twentieth century. She served as the first lady of the United States from 1933 to 1945, during her husband President Franklin D. Roosevelt's four terms in office, making her the longest-serving first lady of the United States. Roosevelt served as United States Delegate to the United Nations General Assembly from 1945 to 1952. President Harry S. Truman later called her the "First Lady of the World" in tribute to her human rights achievements. The following recording is a radio address Roosevelt made to the nation hours after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

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  Bamoun (Shupamom) Language...

  Resulam, Shck Tchamna

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  Bamoun Audio Phrasebook is your essential companion for learning and speaking Bamoun (Shupamom) — a gateway to the rich traditions, artistry, and history of Cameroon’s Bamoun kingdom. 
  Created and produced by Resulam, an organization dedicated to reviving and preserving African mother tongues, this phrasebook combines clear, native-speaker recordings with cultural insights to help you communicate naturally and meaningfully. 
  Inside you will find:Essential everyday expressions — greetings, introductions, numbers, food, travel, and cultural etiquette.Authentic pronunciation — voiced by native speakers to help you sound natural and confident.Cultural depth — notes and tips revealing Bamoun customs, values, and traditions so you can speak with respect and understanding.Easy navigation — phrases organized by real-life situations so you can listen, repeat, and use them right away. 
  Whether you are a traveler, language enthusiast, or part of the Bamoun-speaking community, this audio phrasebook will help you open doors to Bamoun culture, connect with people, and celebrate one of Africa’s most vibrant linguistic heritages.

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  REDEFINING SUCCESS FOR EMPOWERED...

  Eshita Singh

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  ABOUT THE BOOK 
  Taking care of oneself is the most vital aspect that contributes to our self-improvement journey. Self-care is a journey that begins when we genuinely commit to looking after all dimensions of ourselves. This involves nurturing our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Our body is akin to a temple where numerous essential tasks and functions occur, playing a crucial role in achieving our life's purpose. 
  Writing this book is my endeavor to offer insights drawn from my personal experiences and research, aimed at guiding and motivating readers to prioritize their holistic health. 
  My journey towards health and fitness began in my childhood, and it was further strengthened post-pregnancy when I managed to reduce my weight from 90 kg to 63 kg within less than 18 months through mindful dietary choices. 
  Drawing from these life-changing experiences and my unique perspective, I felt compelled to share my insights with others. If I could bring about transformative changes in my life by nurturing holistic health, I believed anyone could. 
  My journey has led me to believe that true success emerges from a balanced approach to life, where physical, mental, and spiritual well-being converge to shape a fulfilled and purposeful existence. 
  My intention behind writing this book is to share my experiences and insights, hoping to inspire and guide readers on their own journeys towards holistic well-being. If even a single person benefits from my experiences, it would be a significant achievement. 
    
   

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  A Pathway to American Renewal -...

  Sr Robert L. Woodson

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  This challenging and inspiring collection of essays constructively frames the story of Black America—not as a tragedy involving helpless victims, but as a model for the nation. Scholars and grassroots leaders recount the history—the gritty, painful, but often triumphant account of what blacks accomplished after slavery was ended. Denied access to the institutions of white America, they built their own churches, schools, hotels, and a host of other successful enterprises. Their resilience produced amazing increases in literacy, family formation, and income. 
   
   
   
  Today's unsung grassroots leaders are the living evidence of the power of resilience. They use their stories of overcoming adversity and their own fallibility to help others. The organizations they create heal their communities. 
   
   
   
  This volume presents the insights of scholars who warn of the dangerous forces that threaten to shackle the ability of blacks to succeed today. They warn that, by accepting the notion that black adversity continues to be the product of systemic racism and is therefore unchangeable, no one would need to step up to the realities of a responsible life. This kind of thinking has led to lowering standards in education and even in the judicial system. The scholars outline positive paths to the future.

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  The Intersectional...

  Leah Thomas

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  From the activist who coined the term comes a primer on intersectional environmentalism for the next generation of activists looking to create meaningful, inclusive, and sustainable change. The Intersectional Environmentalist examines the inextricable link between environmentalism, racism, and privilege, and promotes awareness of the fundamental truth that we cannot save the planet without uplifting the voices of its people -- especially those most often unheard. Written by Leah Thomas, a prominent voice in the field and the activist who coined the term "Intersectional Environmentalism," this book is simultaneously a call to action, a guide to instigating change for all, and a pledge to work towards the empowerment of all people and the betterment of the planet. Thomas shows how not only are Black, Indigenous and people of color unequally and unfairly impacted by environmental injustices, but she argues that the fight for the planet lies in tandem to the fight for civil rights; and in fact, that one cannot exist without the other. An essential read, this book addresses the most pressing issues that the people and our planet face, examines and dismantles privilege, and looks to the future as the voice of a movement that will define a generation.

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