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  A Patriot's Handbook

  Caroline Kennedy

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  Caroline Kennedy shares an inspiring collection of patriotic poems, song lyrics, historical documents, and speeches.The Best-Loved Poems of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was a blockbuster success, remaining on the New York Times bestseller list for 15 weeks with more than 500,000 copies in print. Now, Caroline Kennedy shares with readers an assortment of her own favorite American writings. The works collected here--which span centuries and styles--have one thing in common: all are emblematic of our country's patriotism and pride. Caroline Kennedy researched all of the selections included in A Patriot's Handbook, wrote the introduction, and added personal commentary to each section. This elegantly packaged collection is the perfect gift for anyone in search of a reminder of what our country's spirit is made of. "Over the past year we have all thought about what it means to be an American. I realized that I want my own children to know more about the ideals upon which this country was founded and the sacrifices that have been made to pass them on to us. This book is intended to help families explore the foundations of our freedom and to celebrate our heritage." (Caroline Kennedy)

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  The Enchiridion

  Epictetus

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  "Some things are up to us, and some things are not up to us."
  
  With this single, revolutionary sentence, Epictetus unlocks the secret to an invincible life. The Enchiridion is a collection of 53 short, punchy lessons designed to strip away the anxiety, anger, and grief that come from trying to control the uncontrollable. As a former slave who rose to become one of Rome's most respected teachers, Epictetus speaks with the authority of someone who truly understands hardship. He teaches that our happiness depends not on what happens to us, but on how we interpret what happens. This book is a tactical manual for the soul, providing the psychological armor needed to navigate a world of uncertainty with dignity and calm.
  
  The Power of Perception: Epictetus famously argues that "men are disturbed not by things, but by the view which they take of them." The Enchiridion provides the mental exercises necessary to reframe setbacks—from a broken cup to the loss of a job—as opportunities to practice virtue and maintain your "ruling faculty."
  
  The Disciplines of Desire and Action: The handbook outlines how to align your desires with reality. By training yourself to want only what is within your control, you become immune to disappointment. Epictetus guides the reader toward the role of the "cosmopolitan"—a citizen of the world who acts with social duty while remaining internally detached from the outcome.
  
  Why It Is a Global Masterpiece: The Enchiridion has been the bedside companion of emperors, generals, and modern-day leaders for two millennia. From Marcus Aurelius to Admiral James Stockdale in a POW camp, its "no-excuses" approach to personal responsibility and emotional freedom has saved countless minds from despair. It is the shortest path to a life of tranquility.
  
  Reclaim your mind. Purchase "The Enchiridion" today.

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  Diversify

  June Sarpong

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  ‘A handbook for these troubled times’ Psychologies Magazine 
  ’Engaging and informative … highlights our common humanity’ Kofi Annan 
  ‘A passionately written polemic’ You MagazineThe truth is, INCLUSION is better for EVERYONE. 
  In this empowering call to arms, June Sarpong MBE proves why. 
  Putting the spotlight on groups who are often marginalised in our society, including women, ethnic minorities, those living with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community, Diversify uncovers the hidden cost of exclusion and shows how a new approach to how we learn, live and do business can solve some of the most stubborn challenges we face. 
  With unshakeable case studies, brand-new research from Oxford University, and six revolutionary steps to help you overcome unconscious bias, this book will help you become part of a better society. 
  The old way isn’t working. This is a case for change. 
  In Diversify, June Sarpong delves into the heart of social and economic disparity, shedding light on the discrimination faced by minority classes. The book is a top pick for those interested in understanding the intersection of race, ethics, and public policy. 
  For fans of Robin J. Diangelo (Emotional Justice), Mitch Albom (Finding Chika), Matthew Desmond (Poverty, by America), Mary Ann Sieghart (The Authority Gap), and Steve Silberman (Skeleton Key).

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  Why the Ancient Greeks Matter -...

  Reviel Netz

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  The ancient Greeks were exceptional and they were consequential. This innovative, engrossingly written book addresses head-on the problematic question of the Greek Miracle. It will appeal to anyone interested in the ancient world and its modern meaning. Reviel Netz boldly argues that the traditional understanding of the Greek legacy as a store of timeless values is false to the Greek literary canon itself. The latter is in fact made up of contradictory texts, sharing no common core of beliefs. This is precisely, for the author, the canon's significance: by presenting a system of works-in-polemic, it created a template for a culture of open debate, leading all the way down to modern civil society. The most lasting result of this practice of open discourse was in science, where Greek disputations paved the way for an autonomous scientific culture and opened the door both to the scientific revolution and the modern world.

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  Haitian Persuasion - "Unveiling...

  Jason Stewart

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  Call to action: Inspire readers to support Haitian artists, musicians, activists, and initiatives that promote the preservation and advancement of Haitian culture and its passionate legacy.

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  The Stowaway in First Class - A...

  Anthony DeSantis

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  A family’s legacy is forever changed in this true story of ransom notes, stowaways, and mobsters. 
  Paris, 1929. Gaetano “Guy” DeSantis is an Italian emigrant with a good life: a stable construction job, a comfortable place to live, and a blossoming relationship with a young waitress, Marie. But Guy dreams of making a future in America, alongside his cousin Frank who immigrated a few years earlier. 
  So when a mysterious stranger shows up at Guy’s door saying that Frank has paid for a boat ride across the Atlantic, how could Guy refuse? But there’s a catch—he must leave immediately, with no bags and no goodbyes.  
  With a heart of gold—and the suspense of a classic crime novel—this true story memorializes one man’s split-second decision to chart a new course for generations to come, proving that courage and honor do have the power to make a better life.

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