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  A Child's History of England

  Charles Dickens

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  "A Child's History of England" by Charles Dickens offers an engaging journey through the rich tapestry of England's history, specially tailored for young readers. Spanning from ancient Britain to the reign of William and Mary, Dickens brings history to life with vibrant storytelling, making key events and figures both accessible and fascinating. Through lively prose, he turns centuries of England's past into an educational adventure that captivates and informs, fostering a lasting interest in history.

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  The Art of Influencing People...

  MARC RYAN

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  Ever wish you could evoke a desired response with a simple gesture or tone of voice? Do you dream of commanding more respect in your social and professional circles? Then you need to keep reading...For centuries, psychologists have agreed on a powerful fact: the human mind is highly malleable. Special techniques can incite unusual responses and in many cases, trigger behavior that conflicts with one's true personality. Whether you're aware of it or not, these techniques are used on you daily. Big companies, your employer, and some of your closest friends are wielding influence over your personal choices. Will you continue to be played like a puppet or will you, too, learn to pull the strings?In this book, you'll discover:- Nine ways to cultivate powerful emotional intelligence NOW. (Follow these expert-approved tips to develop a strong hold over your emotions and become psychologically untouchable!)- How to turn someone into their own worst enemy so they immediately refer to YOU for leadership. No aggression required!- The secrets behind manipulating your boss and negotiating your way to the top.- A step-by-step guide to reverse psychology and getting people to enjoy giving you what you want.- Little-known tricks to decipher the hidden messages in common facial expressions and other types of behavior.- The dangerously powerful tool that can seduce nearly anyone you desire.- Subtle body language that asserts dominance and INSTANTLY makes it known that you're in control. (Display highly effective "top dog" behavior and subconsciously make everyone follow YOUR rules!)And much, much more...By relying on the expert tools in this guide, you'll immediately pick up dominant behavior like it's second nature and make a habit of getting what you want exactly when you want it.If you want to access these advanced techniques and transition from "played" to "major player," then you need to start this book!

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  QAnon and On - A Short and...

  Van Badham

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  In QAnon and On, Guardian columnist Van Badham delves headfirst into the QAnon conspiracy theory, unpicking the why, how and who behind this century’s most dangerous and far-fetched internet cult. 
  From Gamergate to Pizzagate and beyond to QAnon, internet manipulation and disinformation campaigns have grown to a geopolitical scale and spilled into real life with devastating consequences, entangling everyone from politicians to Hollywood celebrities. 
  But what would motivate followers to so forcefully avoid the facts and surrender instead to made-up stories designed to influence and control? It’s a question that has haunted Van, herself a veteran of social media’s relentless trolling wars. In this daring investigation, Van exposes some of the internet’s most extreme communities to understand conspiracy cults from the inside. 
  QAnon and On is the story of the modern internet, the farscape of political belief and a disinformation pipeline built between the two that poses an ongoing threat to democracy itself. Shocking and mesmerising in equal measure, this book will open our eyes to the dangers of partisan belief. 
  'Van Badham is one of the most lucid, insightful and witty journalists in Australia, and seeing her expose the dark rising madness of conspiracy theories is both a joy and a panic attack all at once.'  Johann Hari, New York Times best-selling author 
  ‘Van Badham’s research is rigorous, her argument revealing and her writing absolutely impeccable. A chilling reveal on the world’s newest cult.’ Jamila Rizvi, best-selling author and presenter 
  'This book will compel you – and indeed all of us – to act to reclaim the internet for the good of humanity.'  Ginger Gorman, multi-award winning journalist and author 
  'As gripping and terrifying as a thriller, but the really chilling twist in the tale is that none of it is fiction.'  Jane Caro, Walkley-award winning author  
  'From Cosplay to QAnon, a terrifying, fascinating look at how an unregulated space of geeks and gamers became fertile ground for deliberate misinformation and political manipulation.' – Dee Madigan, campaigner, author and speaker  
  'A moving cry for reason in the chaos of a twilight world… a book that deserves - or perhaps, more pointedly, demands - to be widely read.' Ian McFarlane, The Canberra Times

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  The Conscious Code - Decoding...

  Prof. Rocky Scopelliti

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  In an age where Artificial Intelligence (AI) evolves at a breakneck pace, the boundaries of machine capabilities are constantly being redefined. Propelled by advancements in deep learning and related technologies, AI is inching ever closer to mimicking human intellect. But can it achieve consciousness? And if so, at what cost to humanity?
   
  This book delves deep into the multi-faceted debate surrounding artificially conscious AI. It untangles ethical quandaries, philosophical dilemmas, technological challenges, political considerations, and the regulatory landscape. By drawing connections between AI research, neuroscience, and cognitive science, the narrative provides a comprehensive understanding
   of what consciousness might mean in the context of AI.
   
  As over a thousand AI luminaries globally sound the alarm, urging a pause on certain AI developments, the book underscores the urgency of its message. Recent incidents have spotlighted AI systems with capabilities so advanced that even their creators grapple to fully grasp or control them. It’s imperative, now more than ever, to critically assess the implications of AI consciousness, weighing its potential risks against its benefits. This book offers both a timely warning and a call to informed action.

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  A Short History of the World

  H. G. Wells

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  Don’t have time to read a whole history textbook or a set of encyclopedias? Check out H.G. Wells’ A Short History of the World for a bite-sized portion of human history. From the origin of our planet, to the great civilizations, to the Great War, follow Wells on this ambitious journey spanning thousands of years. 
   Although H.G. Wells is known as “the father of science fiction,” his interest in biology and politics also compelled him to write about the physical world around him. A Short History of the World offers the chance to connect with a great creative mind on a literal and intellectual level. Discover why Albert Einstein recommended this book for understanding the course of civilization throughout history.

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  1811 German Coast Uprising and...

  Editors Charles River

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  As the issue of slavery roiled the country, few people became as controversial or consequential as Nat Turner, who was one of millions of slaves in the South before the Civil War but ultimately led the nation’s most notorious slave uprising. In August 1831, Turner led a rebellion that terrorized Virginia for several days, killing dozens of whites and freeing slaves as his band moved from plantation to plantation. The Richmond Enquirer reported, “A fanatic preacher by the name of Nat Turner (Gen. Nat Turner) who had been taught to read and write, and permitted to go about preaching in the country, was at the bottom of this infernal brigandage. He was artful, impudent and vindicative, without any cause or provocation, that could be assigned.” Even after the uprising was put down, Turner evaded capture for a few months, and after he was captured, his “confessions” were taken down and published before he was executed. Virginia would put a total of 56 slaves to death for the uprising. 
  	While Turner’s rebellion remains famous today, a far larger uprising took place a generation earlier. In January 1811, hundreds of slaves in Louisiana attempted to make a new beginning for themselves or die trying. Armed with muskets, cane knives, and axes, and wearing stolen United States militia uniforms, they set out to conquer the city of New Orleans. The goal was to establish a free republic where slavery was outlawed and blacks had control over their own lives. Understandably discontented with their status and no longer willing to accept it, they were ready to engage in extreme violence to win their freedom. Despite being unsuccessful in overthrowing the system, the German Coast Uprising showed a level of organization, leadership, and coordination unseen before by slaves in America, and it was totally unexpected by white owners and officials, which made it a precursor to its much more famous successor. 

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