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  Thanks for Your Service - The...

  Peter D. Feaver

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  A definitive study on the decades-long run of high public confidence in the military and why it may rest on some shaky foundations. 
   
   
   
  What explains the high levels of public confidence in the US military and does high confidence matter? In Thanks for Your Service, the eminent civil-military relations scholar Peter D. Feaver addresses this question and focuses on what it means for the military. Proprietary survey data show that confidence is partly based on public beliefs about the military's high competence, adherence to high professional ethics, and a determination to stand apart from the bitter divisions of partisan politics. However, as Feaver argues, confidence is also shaped by a partisan gap and by social desirability bias, the idea that some individuals express confidence in the military because they believe that is the socially approved attitude to hold. Not only does Feaver help us understand how and why the public has confidence in the military, but he also exposes problems that policymakers need to be aware of. Specifically, this book traces how confidence in the institution shapes public attitudes on the use of force and may not always reinforce best practices in democratic civil-military relations.

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  The Silk Road - Trade and...

  Jun Liu

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  The origins of the Silk Road trace back more than two thousand years, to a time when empires rose and sought to expand their influence through exploration, diplomacy, and commerce. The foundation of this vast trade network was laid during the Han Dynasty in China, around the 2nd century BCE. Under Emperor Wu of Han, the empire was looking to form alliances and open communication with regions to the west, particularly to counter nomadic threats like the Xiongnu. In pursuit of this goal, the emperor commissioned a young diplomat named Zhang Qian to journey westward, initiating one of the earliest formal missions that would lead to the opening of trade routes between East and West. 
  Zhang Qian’s expeditions proved to be pivotal. Although his initial mission was met with capture and delays, he eventually succeeded in reaching Central Asia and returning with valuable intelligence about distant peoples and lands. His reports detailed the cultures, resources, and military strength of regions far beyond China’s borders, sparking interest in trade and fostering diplomatic relationships. These journeys laid the groundwork for sustained interaction between distant civilizations and demonstrated the strategic and economic potential of linking east to west. 
  As the Han Dynasty expanded its territory and influence, it secured key routes and established military garrisons along the western frontier. These efforts ensured the safety of merchants and travelers, allowing goods to flow more freely across borders. The Silk Road was not a single road, but rather a network of interconnected paths that stretched from China through Central Asia, reaching all the way to the Mediterranean. It connected cities like Chang’an (modern-day Xi’an), Samarkand, and Antioch, forming a bridge between major civilizations of the time.

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  Data Bias Uncovered: How the...

  Archer Collins

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  Data Bias Uncovered: How the World Neglects Half Its Population 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐ 
  Are you aiming to advance in your career and deepen your understanding by mastering how biases in data affect half of the global population? 
  Looking for a thorough guide that covers all you need to know to challenge biases and promote inclusive data awareness? 
  Your search is over! 
  This audiobook is your go-to resource for expanding your knowledge, applying your skills, and participating in thought-provoking exercises. With this, you're set for success. 
  Updated for the latest understanding of data biases. 
  Key features of this enriched guide: 
  - Profound insights about data biases and their global implications 
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  Our guide stands out with its comprehensive coverage, critical for your comprehension and empowerment. Concepts aren't just glossed over; they're explored in detail. 
  Please note that this guide is an independent resource designed to enhance your understanding of data biases and is not affiliated with any official entity. 
  Structured with clarity and written in straightforward language, our guide on data bias ensures seamless transitions between topics. Say goodbye to convoluted jargon and hello to clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
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  Blood of The Gods - From...

  Olivia Sanchez

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  In Blood of the Gods, journey into the heart of the Aztec civilization, where spirituality and ritualistic violence coexisted in a breathtakingly intricate tapestry. This compelling narrative uncovers how the Aztecs' deep religious convictions shaped their society and justified the bloodshed that sustained their universe. 
  The Aztecs believed that their gods demanded blood to maintain cosmic harmony. This book immerses you in their world through vivid descriptions of grand ceremonies at the Templo Mayor and detailed accounts of human sacrifices. Discover how these rituals, though brutal, were viewed as sacred acts that honored the divine and ensured the survival of their society. 
  Blood of the Gods explores how these acts were not mere barbarity but deeply ingrained in their religious and cultural framework, intended to appease and connect with their gods. With stunning visuals and insights from the latest archaeological research, this book focuses on the grandeur and grimness of Aztec life.  
  Perfect for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by ancient cultures, this book is a deep dive into a world where the sacred and the savage were inseparable.

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  Aliens Explained

  Raphael Terra

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  This audiobook has been recorded using Text to speech (TTS). 
   
  There have been many attempts to encapsulate and explain the many mysteries that surround us; these include everything from the contents of the Vatican Secret Archives, the paranormal and Ufology and even subjects that seem to slip between the cracks of reality into the realm of high strangeness. 
   
  And now the United States government has finally admitted that many of the unexplained sightings of craft may very well be alien technology. 
   
  This book draws on all of these threads as it weaves its way thought the many twists, turns and possibilities that define the subjects discussed. 
   
  Just about all of the subjects examined are interlinked at one level or another. It is as if the ancient eastern concept of ‘oneness’ was recognised by our forefathers, long before the arcane physics of quantum mechanics demonstrated its reality. Perhaps this is a contributing factor to the belief that all points in space and time are interconnected. In fact it is thought that this peculiarity is how UFOs manage to traverse the incredible distances between the stars and perhaps even the galaxies. 
   
  Of course from our current level of knowledge, the ‘mechanics’ of such a technology can only be speculated upon. Or can it? We’re about to discover. 
   
  This book will discover and explain who these aliens are, how they come and why.

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  Audrey Hepburn: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Audrey Hepburn, screen legend: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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