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  Three Sisters - A True Holocaust...

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  Three young Jewish sisters from Leipzig, Germany huddle together in the cold darkness of night waiting for their smugglers to rescue them and bring them to freedom in Belgium. Their mother, in a state of shock following Kristallnacht, is left behind, sedated in a psychiatric hospital. November 1938 begins the four year ordeal of the seven member Kroch family who endure unfathomable conditions in their fight for survival: imprisonment in French internment camps, hiding in a tiny tool shed, and adapting to the deplorable conditions of a Nazi prison. The memoirs of Alexandra, age eleven, and her sisters, fifteen year old Eva and fourteen year old Judith, interweave as they recount the true story of their escape from the Nazis. 
   
   
   
  Leaving behind their life of luxury, the girls describe unimaginable hunger, deprivation, and fear. Family love, music, and the close friendship of strangers are the essential ingredients that sustain them through the hardships they face. A narrative backdrop threads through the story, providing the socio-political context. From a historical perspective and from the three sisters' witness accounts, the listener will come to understand the progression of antisemitism in Germany and France, the course by which Hitler dismantled democracy, the role France adopted as Nazi collaborators, and how the Swiss policies towards Jews were executed. 
   
   
   
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  Cry Freedom - The Regulatory...

  James Tooley

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  A clarion call for academics and policymakers alike, Cry Freedom prompts reflection on the evolving relationship between government and higher education.

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  Their Eyes Were Watching God by...

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  Unlock the more straightforward side of Their Eyes Were Watching God with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston, which follows the beautiful, intelligent Janie as she attempts to find love and freedom in the Southern USA of the early 20th century. Her first two marriages, to the much older and determinedly unromantic Logan Killicks and the ambitious but self-centred and hyper-critical Joe Starks, both fail to bring her happiness. It is not until she meets Tea Cake, a much younger man with little money to his name, that she finally finds true love with a man who cares about and truly values her. Zora Neale Hurston was one of the most significant African-American writers of the 20th century, and her writing has inspired numerous later authors, including Alice Walker and Toni Morrison.Find out everything you need to know about Their Eyes Were Watching God in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:• A complete plot summary• Character studies• Key themes and symbols• Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

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  Ancient Rome for Kids: An...

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  Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in ancient Rome?  
  Do you know why the Romans were considered the most powerful nation in the world for many centuries? How did they live? What was life like in early Rome? In this audiobook, you’ll discover how they lived, what they ate, and how they entertained themselves.  
  Discover the story of how Rome began and why the Roman Empire fell. Learn about some of the greatest soldiers who led the Roman armies into battle and the kinds of weapons they used. Learn about famous emperors and whether they were loved or hated—and why.  
  This audiobook also contains fun facts and activities at the end of every chapter. Here are just a few of the fascinating things that you’ll discover when reading this book:How did a pair of twins believed to be raised by wolves create one of the mightiest nations ever known?Discover some of the things the Romans invented, like the toilet!Learn about some buildings that the ancient Romans built that are still visible today and attract tourists from all over the world.How ancient Rome treated their citizens.Entertaining the crowds: why did gladiators fight in the Roman Colosseum? What did the ancient Romans eat? How did they live?What led to the fall of the greatest empire on earth at the time? 
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  The Creole Rebellion - The Most...

  Bruce Chadwick

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  The Creole Rebellion tells the suspenseful story of a successful mutiny on board the slave ship Creole. En route for a New Orleans slave-auction block in November 1841, nineteen captives mutinied, killing one man and injuring several others. After taking control of the vessel, mutineer Madison Washington forced the crewmen to sail to the Bahamas. Despite much local hysteria upon their arrival, all of the 135 slaves aboard the ship won their freedom there. 
   
   
   
  The revolt significantly fueled and amplified the slave debate within a divided nation that was already hurtling toward a Civil War. While this is a book about the United States confronting the ugly and tumultuous issue of slavery, it is also about the 135 enslaved men and women who were unwilling to take their oppression any longer and rose up to free themselves in a bloody fight. Part history, part adventure, and part legal drama, Bruce Chadwick chronicles the most successful slave revolt in the pages of American history.

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  The Invisible Clash - FBI Shin...

  Davis Truman

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Dive into the gripping world of intelligence agencies, covert operations, and the relentless fight against domestic terror. "The Invisible Clash" takes you on a heart-pounding journey as the FBI, Shin Bet, and the IRA unite in an extraordinary battle to preserve peace, protect lives, and expose the covert forces threatening our existence. 
  Within the pages of "The Invisible Clash," you'll encounter a cast of unforgettable characters, each propelled by their unshakable belief in the righteousness of their cause. Meet the seasoned FBI agent, hardened by years of service, who embarks on a dangerous undercover mission to infiltrate a web of extremist groups. Witness the relentless pursuit of the Shin Bet agent, whose unwavering dedication to homeland security leads him into the heart of the storm. And discover the untold stories of the IRA operatives, caught between their desire for independence and the pursuit of a more peaceful future. 
  Immerse yourself in a world where alliances are tested, secrets are unveiled, and the battle between good and evil unfolds in the shadows. Don't miss your chance to experience "The Invisible Clash" – a literary tour de force that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

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