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  Persian Wars and the Punic Wars...

  Editors Charles River

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  The Ancient Greeks have long been considered the forefathers of modern Western civilization, but the Golden Age of Athens and the spread of Greek influence across much of the known world only occurred due to one of the most crucial battles of antiquity: the Battle of Marathon. In 491 B.C., following a successful invasion of Thrace over the Hellespont, the Persian emperor Darius sent envoys to the main Greek city-states, including Sparta and Athens, demanding tokens of earth and water as symbols of submission, but Darius didn’t exactly get the reply he sought. According to Herodotus in his famous Histories, “Xerxes however had not sent to Athens or to Sparta heralds to demand the gift of earth, and for this reason, namely because at the former time when Dareios had sent for this very purpose, the one people threw the men who made the demand into the pit and the others into a well, and bade them take from thence earth and water and bear them to the king.”  
  In the wake of Thermopylae, the Athenians watched in horror as Xerxes’ troops plundered the defenseless city, set it aflame, and razed the Acropolis. However, the Athenians remained belligerent, in part because according to the oracle at Delphi, “only the wooden wall shall save you.” Indeed, this would prove true when Themistocles managed to lure the Persian fleet into the straits of Salamis.  
  Although the Romans gained the upper hand in the wake of the First Punic War, Hannibal brought the Romans to their knees for over a decade during the Second Punic War. While military historians are still amazed that he was able to maintain his army in Italy near Rome for nearly 15 years, scholars are still puzzled over some of his decisions, including why he never attempted to march on Rome in the first place. After the serious threat Hannibal posed during the Second Punic War, the Romans didn’t wait much longer to take the fight to the Carthaginians in the Third Punic War.

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  Murder on the Inside - The True...

  Catherine Fogarty

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  Shortlisted for the Speaker's Book Award • Shortlisted for The Brass Knuckles Award for Best Nonfiction Crime Book
  		 
  “You have taken our civil rights—we want our human rights.”
  		 
  On April 14, 1971, a handful of prisoners attacked the guards at Kingston Penitentiary and seized control, making headlines around the world. For four intense days, the prisoners held the guards hostage while their leaders negotiated with a citizens’ committee of journalists and lawyers, drawing attention to the dehumanizing realities of their incarceration, including overcrowding, harsh punishment and extreme isolation. But when another group of convicts turned their pent-up rage towards some of the weakest prisoners, tensions inside the old stone walls erupted, with tragic consequences. As heavily armed soldiers prepared to regain control of the prison through a full military assault, the inmates were finally forced to surrender.
  		 
  Murder on the Inside tells the harrowing story of a prison in crisis against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in the history of human rights. Occurring just months before the uprising at Attica Prison, the Kingston riot has remained largely undocumented, and few have known the details—yet the tense drama chronicled here is more relevant today than ever. A gripping account of the standoff and the efforts for justice and reform it inspired, Murder on the Inside is essential reading for our times.

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  Ounces of Philosophy in a World...

  Gilles Vervisch

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  “That’s the game my dear Lucette!”
  (What is happiness?)
  “Beef, the taste of being together.”
  (What is religion?)
  “Because you’re worth it.”
  (Who am I?)
  The “creators” of ads seem to be teaching us to live through the great “concepts” of philosophy, such as happiness, freedom, nature, the self or religion. But how many ounces of philosophy are there in this world of ads? That’s the question this book asks, without forgetting to include a dose of humor in its ingredients.

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  Gaslighting: Recognize...

  Eric Holt

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  Don’t Let the Darkness of Abuse Overshadow Your Life Any Longer 
  Victims of Narcissistic abuse, Gaslighting, and Manipulation often struggle to recognize the signs of emotional abuse and feel helpless in the face of psychological manipulation. 
  Just imagine having to constantly question your own reality. The toll it takes on your self-esteem, mental well-being, and overall happiness is immeasurable. 
  But it doesn’t have to be that way any longer. 
  With this audiobook, unravel the intricate layers of gaslighting, manipulation, and dark psychology techniques so that you can better protect yourself and regain control over your life.  
  Discover:Empowerment through Awareness: Gain the ability to spot the subtle signs of emotional abuse, recognize narcissists, and understand the tactics employed by manipulators to control their victims.How to protect yourself: Armed with practical strategies and effective techniques, you’ll learn how to defend yourself against the abuse, so you can finally regain control over your emotions and your life.Transformation and Growth: Discover the keys to not only surviving but thriving beyond gaslighting. Learn how to cultivate resilience, forge authentic connections, and create a future filled with genuine fulfillment.And so much more... 
  Take a stand against emotional abuse, break free from toxic relationships, and embark on a transformative journey towards self-empowerment and genuine happiness. 
  Let this audiobook be your beacon of hope, guiding you towards a life of authenticity, strength, and freedom.Begin Taking the First Steps to a Healthier, Happier, and Brighter Future by Getting Your Copy Today!

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  Choose Freedom: Embracing Life...

  Kellan Ashwood

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  "Choose Freedom: Embracing Life Beyond Alcohol's Grip" 
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  My Pet Peeve

  Renée Rodgers Barstack

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  Molly is a lonely little girl who is looking for a friend. She lives on a farm with her mom and dad. Molly has always loved cats and wants to get a cat, but her father sneezes when he gets around cats, so he tells her she cannot have one. Molly asks and asks and asks again, but the answer is always “No.” Then one day, Molly finds a little kitten hiding in the barn and wants to keep her, of course. What will she do? Should she hide the kitten from her dad? Will dad see the kitten and think it is so adorable he will change his mind about letting Molly keep the cat? What would you do if you found the cutest kitten ever? How will Molly solve this problem?

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