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  Uncharted - A Rediscovered...

  James Martin, Tim Wallace-Murphy

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  The Americas have had native groups living there for more than ten thousand years, but Columbus was surely not their first visitors. Uncharted covers a range of cultures who seemingly have been visiting the Americas since long before Columbus. Evidence is explored of potential Roman and Phoenician shipwrecks off the coast of South America through to Celtic and Norse exploration of Northern America. Put simply, the history of the discovery of the North America is all wrong. How did the Knights Templar influence the discovery of the new world? What do the Sinclair family, Rosslyn chapel, and two venetian brothers have to do with the discovery of a new continent? How did the Vikings navigate their way? With source materials dating back through millennia, including very recent finds, this book will induce you to thought about a side of history still so readily dismissed by some. 
   
   
    
  Uncharted tackles the evidence and stories of visiting distant lands that abound from many cultures, such the Egyptian, Greeks, Celts, Vikings, as well as various people from Asia; and one large Chinese group likely settled in the Americas in 100 BC, which current DNA evidence supports. Columbus should be remembered, but remembered for the conquering tyrant he was. These other groups did not come to conquer, but to trade, explore, and escape.

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  Founding Fanatics - Extremism...

  Noah Eber-Schmid

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  Scholars and citizens have often assumed that dispassionate rationality, reciprocity, and nonviolent tolerance are necessary conditions for the sustained development of democracy. Accordingly, they reject oppositional parties that spurn consensus and terms of mutual respect—and often use force to accomplish their political goals—denouncing extremists as antidemocratic.Founding Fanatics questions this understanding, examining how moments of tension, violence, and extremism in the US have sometimes served the pursuit of political equality. Noah Eber-Schmid focuses his analysis on the American Founding era, presenting case studies of the early memorialization of the Boston Massacre, popular debates over Shays' Rebellion, the thought and practices of the Democratic Societies, and the use of the French Revolution in political discourse. From this account of popular politics in the Founding era, Eber-Schmid draws new insights for theoretical approaches to contemporary American democracy, challenging assumptions that extremism is always a negative or antidemocratic force. By recognizing the role that democratic extremism has played in the development of American popular democracy, political theorists and citizens will better understand how such movements may contribute to the struggle to deepen and expand political equality and participation that continues today.

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  Empowering Black Boys to...

  Gordon Braxton

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  Gordon Braxton was in his second year of college before anybody bothered to speak to him about sexual violence, despite the fact that he already knew friends and family members that had survived sexual assault. Unfortunately, this is a  
  common experience as many young men and boys, especially Black boys, do not have an opportunity to discuss their views on sexual violence and what role they might play in preventing it. Empowering Black Boys to Challenge Rape Culture  
  supports the training of a rising generation by providing commentary from an experienced educator, an overview of existing research and preventative techniques, and insight into young men’s perspectives on violence. The result is a  
  powerful new perspective on violence prevention—the first to focus on Black boys and to be written by a Black male author. 
   
  The most critical lesson that boys need to learn is that they have an essential role to play in preventing sexual violence. So many of them accept this violence as beyond their control when they could be valuable agents of change. More and  
  more parents and mentors of boys are coming to address sexual violence as a cultural problem rather than the activities of isolated social deviants. Empowering Black Boys to Challenge Rape Culture adds an important voice to our discussions  
  about sexual violence education and prevention, showing that a rising generation of boys will play a vital part in realizing a non-violent future.

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  Baltasar Gracián: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Baltasar Gracián, Spanish bestselling author and philosopher: 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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  Rediscovering Scripture's Vision...

  Lucy Peppiatt, Scot McKnight

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  IVP Readers' Choice Award 
   
   
   
  Does God call women to serve as equal partners in marriage and as leaders in the church? 
   
   
   
  The answer to this straightforward question is deeply contested. Into the fray, Lucy Peppiatt offers her work on interpretation of the Bible and Christian practice. With careful exegetical work, Peppiatt considers relevant passages in Ephesians, Colossians, 1 Peter, 1 Timothy, and 1 Corinthians. There she finds a story of God releasing women alongside men into all forms of ministry, leadership, work, and service on the basis of character and gifting, rather than biological sex. 
   
   
   
  Those who see the overturning of male-dominated hierarchy in the Scriptures, she argues, are truly rediscovering an ancient message—a message distorted by those who assumed that a patriarchal world, which they sometimes saw reflected in the Bible, was the one God had ordained.

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  Powering Our Planet and...

  TONY JACOBSON, MARK SEBA,...

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  What to Expect: 
  1. Renewable Energy Sources: 
  Dive into the exciting world of renewable energy and discover how clean energy solutions are reshaping our future. 
  2. Organic Farming Sustainable: 
  Explore the principles and practices of sustainable agriculture that promote a healthier planet. Discover how organic farming, permaculture, and regenerative agriculture can restore soil health, enhance biodiversity, and reduce the carbon footprint of food production. 
  3. Harnessing Renewable Energy at Home: 
  Empower yourself with the knowledge and skills to incorporate renewable energy solutions into your daily life. Learn about the benefits and challenges of installing solar panels, wind turbines, and other renewable energy systems at home. 
  4. Sustainable Living: 
  Adopt a more eco-friendly lifestyle with practical tips and strategies for reducing waste, conserving water, and minimizing your environmental impact. From simple changes in daily habits to more significant home upgrades, discover actionable steps to live more sustainably. 
  5. Creating a Greener Future: 
  Understand the broader impact of clean energy and sustainable farming on global efforts to combat climate change and promote environmental justice. This guide highlights inspiring stories of communities and individuals who are leading the way in sustainability, offering hope and motivation for creating a greener future. 
  Embark on a Journey to Sustainability whether you're a clean energy enthusiast eager to explore the latest innovations or a conscientious consumer interested in sustainable farming practices, this 2-in-1 bundle is your ultimate resource. Together, these guides provide a comprehensive roadmap to help you make informed decisions and take meaningful actions towards a healthier, more sustainable planet.

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