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  Be Here Now - Our Story: The...

  Ram Dass

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  In his own words— Listen to Ram Dass’ courageous shift from Harvard professor to psychedelic explorer, and his transformational journey East to the feet of his Guru, Maharajji. In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Be Here Now, we are elated to unearth the Original 1968-1969 Ram Dass Audio which makes up Journey, The Transformation: Our Story–the introductory section of his culture-defining classic. 

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  From Colonies to Constitution -...

  Anthony Alexis

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  Discover the Untold Story of a Nation's Journey to Democracy 
   
  Delve into America's vibrant history of struggle, courage, and transformation with From Colonies to Constitution: The Evolution of American Democracy. This captivating journey reveals how a collection of colonies evolved into a powerful democracy. 
   
  Explore the early interactions between Native Americans and colonists as they navigated the path to independence. Experience the revolutionary spirit behind the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution—cornerstones of governance that echo through power corridors today. 
   
  Witness a divided nation’s quest for unity amidst the Civil War, the fight for African American and Women's voting rights, and the ongoing battles for equality. From the industrial boom to global conflicts, see how America emerged on the world stage through economic trials and significant movements like the Civil Rights Movement. 
   
  Engage with the framework of American governance, including the three branches of government, the electoral system, and the political ideologies shaping the democratic process. Discover the impactful lives and legacies of national leaders who have defined America’s path forward. 
   
  This comprehensive exploration is more than a historical study; it ignites a passion for the ongoing pursuit of freedom and justice. Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious learner, this book invites you to reflect on the enduring spirit of democracy thriving in America’s heart. Embark on this illuminating journey and become part of the evolving narrative.

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  A Rare Recording of Bertrand...

  Bertrand Russell

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  Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 – February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. 
  Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, prominent anti-war activist, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 1950, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. The following is a 1959 speech on nuclear disarmament.

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  Everything You Know About...

  Matt Brown

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  A highly entertaining read for anyone interested in English history and culture, this great myth-busting book takes you on a great ride through history and the national character. Think we're the land of Punch and Judy and Morris Dancing? Think again as both traditions started in southern Europe. Love Winston Churchill's wartime speeches? Well, they were recorded by an actor.
  Packed with details on real English history, the book explodes a range of national myths from bluebirds in Dover (they are not indigenous European birds) to the origin of the Cornish pasty (they might have been invented in London), from our stiff upper lip (an Americanism) to where you can spend a Scottish bank note. English arts, entertainment, food, drink, kings and queens, traditions as well as politics are all covered to give you a fascinating insight into the true England.
  Includes an additional chapter on Scottish, Welsh and Irish myths that we've been peddling in England for decades and need to be laid to rest. 

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  It Doesn't Suck: Showgirls

  Adam Nayman

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  A new edition of the first book in the acclaimed Pop Classics series The Worst. Movie. Ever. is a masterpiece. Seriously. Enough time has passed since Showgirls flopped spectacularly that it’s time for a good hard look back at the sequined spectacle. A salvage operation on a very public, very expensive train wreck, It Doesn’t Suck argues that Showgirls is much smarter and deeper than it is given credit for. In an accessible and entertaining voice, the book encourages a shift in critical perspective on Paul Verhoeven’s Showgirls, analyzing the film, its reception, and rehabilitation. This in-depth study of a much-reviled movie is a must-read for lovers and haters of the 1995 Razzie winner for Worst Picture. This expanded edition includes an exclusive interview between the author and Showgirls director Paul Verhoeven, as well as a new preface.

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  Memoir as Medicine - The Healing...

  Nancy Slonim Aronie

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  A wonderfully fresh and frank guide to why and how to write personal stories that will heal, liberate, inspire—and entertain—writers, readers, and listeners 
   
   
   
  Writing has been medicine for Nancy Slonim Aronie. At nine months old, her son Dan was diagnosed with diabetes. Then, at twenty-two, he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. During the years she and her husband took care of Dan, and when he died at age thirty-eight, Aronie could not find the book she needed. So she wrote her memoir. 
   
   
   
  In teaching memoir writing, Aronie has found that everyone has a story to tell and that telling it is important. Sharing "this is who I am, these are the things that shaped me, this is where I am now" allows a kind of magic and healing to happen. Over decades of writing and teaching, Aronie has created a set of prompts, directions, and examples that she shares in Memoir as Medicine. Listeners will learn how to write through where they have been and into deep understanding, profound healing, and even unexpected joy.

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