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  Eastern Han Dynasty - Rebuilding...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Eastern Han Dynasty emerged from the chaos and turmoil that followed the collapse of Wang Mang’s Xin Dynasty. After usurping the Han throne in 9 CE, Wang Mang attempted radical reforms, including land redistribution and changes to the currency system. However, his policies destabilized the empire, leading to widespread discontent, natural disasters, and peasant uprisings. Among these, the most significant was the Red Eyebrows Rebellion, which contributed to the downfall of Wang Mang’s rule. In 23 CE, rebel forces stormed the capital, Chang’an, killing Wang Mang and leaving the empire in a state of disarray. 
  In the wake of this collapse, Liu Xiu, a distant relative of the former Han imperial family, seized the opportunity to restore Han rule. He first distinguished himself as a military leader, defeating rival factions and consolidating power. In 25 CE, he declared himself Emperor Guangwu and established the Eastern Han Dynasty, with Luoyang as its new capital. Unlike the Western Han, which had ruled from Chang’an, the relocation of the capital symbolized a fresh start, one that aimed to correct the failures of the past. 
  Emperor Guangwu’s early reign was marked by efforts to stabilize the empire and reestablish Han authority. He adopted a cautious approach to governance, reducing taxes and reviving Confucian principles to strengthen the legitimacy of his rule. Unlike Wang Mang’s drastic policies, Guangwu relied on gradual reforms to restore economic stability. He also worked to rebuild the imperial bureaucracy, appointing competent officials who could help him govern effectively. By reinforcing Confucianism as the guiding philosophy of the state, he sought to restore order and unity among the people.

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  Voices for the Future - 20 Years...

  Wolfgang Schüssel, Liz Mohn

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  How can culture, politics and business work together to meet the challenges of the future? Will united Europe fall victim to individual national interests? Is the economy the silver bullet when it comes to solving global challenges? Can policy makers still lead in an age of fake news and escalating expectations? What kind of support is needed – and from which culture – to shape a sustainable society?
  The book Voices for the Future documents the lively exchange between international thought leaders from the cultural, economic and political spheres on solutions to current and coming problems. Since 2002, they have been gathering at the Trilogue Salzburg to take a shared look at what the future holds. Where has the Trilogue been farsighted in terms of the issues that now dominate the policy agenda and our everyday lives? What must (still) happen if we are to respond effectively to future challenges? Voices for the Future essays answers to these questions, addressing the topics of Europe, the labor market, leadership, education and values.

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  Resilient Grieving Second...

  PhD Lucy Hone, PhD Karen Reivich

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  The death of someone we hold dear may be inevitable; being paralyzed by our grief is not. Recent research has revealed our capacity for resilient grieving, our innate ability to respond to traumatic loss by finding ways to grow—by becoming more engaged with our lives, and discovering new, profound meaning. 
   
   
   
  In this completely updated and expanded second edition, author and resilience/well-being expert Lucy Hone, a pioneer in positive psychology and bereavement research, continues to push her field forward. In 2014, Lucy was faced with her own inescapable sorrow after her twelve-year-old daughter was killed in a car accident. By following the strategies of resilient grieving, she found a proactive way to move through her grief, and, over time, embrace life again. Since then, Lucy has become a leading voice in resilience and bereavement science, overturning widely held myths and misconceptions, making plain the harms of rigid models such as Kübler-Ross's five stages, and advocating for a more adaptive grieving process that emphasizes emotions, relationships, attention, forgiveness, and self-compassion. 
   
   
   
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  2017 Foreword INDIES Bronze Winner

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  John Stuart Mill - A Very Short...

  Gregory Claeys

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  John Stuart Mill (1806-73) is widely regarded as the leading liberal philosopher, economist, and political theorist of nineteenth century Britain. In his lifetime he was best known for his System of Logic (1843) and the Principles of Political Economy (1848). Today Mill is chiefly identified with On Liberty (1859), perhaps the definitive text of modern liberal statement of its subject, and probably the single most important work of modern political thought. Mill was also the first major male feminist thinker of the period (author of The Subjection of Women, 1869), and the first, as an MP, to introduce a bill for female enfranchisement before Parliament. 
   
   
   
  This Very Short Introduction offers a brief survey of the life and key ideas of this most influential Victorian British writer. Moving chronologically, Gregory Claeys outlines the philosophical background out of which Mill developed, chiefly through the ideas of Jeremy Bentham and James Mill. He demonstrates how Mill's personal life, especially his 'mental crisis' of 1827, and his relationship with Harriet Taylor, were integral to his intellectual development. Throughout Claeys considers Mill's key works set within the context of his lesser writings and correspondence, and discusses the more controversial aspects of his thought concerning religion, secularism, and birth control.

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  Summary of INNER EXCELLENCE -...

  Fortune Press

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  Unlock the secrets of peak performance with this concise and powerful summary of Inner Excellence by Jim Murphy. This audiobook distills the core principles of mental toughness, emotional mastery, and subconscious training to help you overcome mental barriers, build unshakable confidence, and achieve extraordinary results—whether in sports, business, or everyday life. 
  Inside, you’ll discover: 
   ✅ Key takeaways from Jim Murphy’s transformational mindset strategies 
   ✅ Actionable insights to develop focus, resilience, and inner peace 
   ✅ A streamlined guide to mastering the heart-centered approach to peak performance 
  🔹 Disclaimer: This is an independent summary and companion audiobook—not the original Inner Excellence book by Jim Murphy. It is designed to complement and enhance your understanding of the original work. For the full experience, we encourage you to purchase and read the author's book.

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  Brief History of Intelligence A:...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of A Brief History of Intelligence , by Max Bennett.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Max Bennett.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  A Brief History of Intelligence explores the evolution of human intelligence, examining its development from early ancestors to modern-day humans. The book delves into the biological, psychological, and social factors that have shaped cognitive abilities, offering insights into how intelligence has been measured and understood throughout history. It provides a clear and engaging overview of the science behind human thought, decision-making, and problem-solving, while addressing the implications for the future of intelligence.

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