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  Sandinistas and the Shining Path...

  Charles River Editors

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  For much of the 20th century, Latin American governments in large part lived under a system of military junta governments. The mixture of indigenous peoples, foreign settlers and European colonial superpowers produced cultural and social imbalances into which military forces intervened as a stabilizing influence. The proactive personalities of military heads and the rigid structures of such a hierarchy guaranteed the “strong man” commanding officer an abiding presence in the form of executive dictator. Such leaders often bore the more collaborative title of “President,” but the reality was, in most cases, identical. Likewise, the gap between rich and poor was often vast, and a disappearance of the middle class fed a frequent urge for revolution, reenergizing the military’s intent to stop it. With no stabilizing center, the ideologies most prevalent in such conflicts alternated between a federal model of industrial and social nationalization and an equally conservative structure under privatized ownership and autocratic rule drawn from the head of a junta government.  
  	Whichever belief system was in play for the major industrial nations of Central and South America, a constant bombardment of foreign influence pushed the people of states such as Nicaragua, Chile, Brazil, Argentina, and others toward overthrow, in one direction or the other. To the left came Stalinist influences from the Soviet Union and Castro’s Cuba, while the German World War II model and an anti-communist mindset from the United States worked behind the scenes to upset any movement toward extreme liberalism. The tacit acceptance of these right-wing dictators across South America was part of an overarching effort known as Operation Condor, consisting mostly of CIA operations that are as infamous and controversial as ever, with a lasting legacy that affects current events such as reactions to the ongoing unrest in Venezuela. 

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  Guided Meditation To Heal...

  Tamsin Hart

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  This transformative meditation is your pathway to healing from the wounds of narcissistic abuse, gaslighting, and toxic relationships. In this safe and calming journey, you will be guided to reconnect with your inner strength, rebuild self-worth, and cultivate resilience. Designed to provide a sanctuary for your emotions, this audiobook encourages deep self-reflection and empowerment. 
  Through guided visualizations, you’ll explore the dynamics of harmful relationships, acknowledge their impact, and release self-blame. You’ll also learn to establish healthy boundaries and embrace self-compassion, laying the foundation for healthier connections. A series of affirmations will help you rewire negative thought patterns, replacing them with empowering beliefs that inspire self-love and positivity. 
  Perfect for nightly practice or moments of stress, this meditation offers a nurturing space to process emotions, reclaim your power, and take steps toward a life of peace and fulfillment. With each breath, you’ll move closer to freedom from toxic influences and a brighter, healthier future. 
  Let this guided meditation be your companion on the journey to healing and self-discovery. Take the first step toward reclaiming your happiness and thriving in the life you deserve.

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  Jewish Stories for Kids - 18...

  Talia Rosenberg

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  What if Jewish Biblical stories didn’t feel distant or complicated to children but warm, understandable, and deeply meaningful? 
  Ever wish the stories of faith your child hears were easier to follow and easier to live by? 
  Looking for a children’s audiobook that feels calm, thoughtful, and truly rooted in Jewish values? 
  This audiobook gently guides children through Jewish Biblical stories so they can understand the lessons behind them. Created with clarity, emotional care, and age-appropriate depth, this audiobook focuses on what matters most: meaning, values, and connection. 
  Here’s what your child will experience inside:Gentle, engaging Jewish Biblical stories drawn from the TanakhClear morals that help children understand courage, kindness, forgiveness, and trust in AdonaiThoughtful reflection questions that connect stories to real-life situationsShort, heartfelt prayers that encourage calm reflection and faithSoothing narration & accurate pronunciation - perfect for bedtime, car rides, and quiet moments 
  Press play and invite your child into Jewish Biblical stories that build character, understanding, and faith!

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  Doing Nothing Is No Longer an...

  Jenny Booth Potter

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  During a bus ride with a group of fellow college students, Jenny Booth Potter came to a life-changing realization. She decided that racism in all its forms—in policies and systems, in organizations and churches, in neighborhoods and families—could no longer be tolerated. And even though Jenny didn't know what to do about racism, she was certain of one thing: doing nothing is no longer an option. That declaration Jenny made to her peers was more than seven words uttered on a bus. It was a vow, a lifetime commitment to seek racial justice. 
   
   
   
  With candor and humility, Jenny shares her very imperfect but relentless journey of growing in awareness of racism, of reckoning with her own white privilege, and of learning how to be an antiracism advocate alongside her young family. If you're anything like Jenny was on that bus—overwhelmed by the enormity of racism and compelled to do something, but uncertain if you can actually make any difference—then this book is for you. Join Jenny and see for yourself what everyday antiracism looks like.

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  Rise of Durham’s Black Wall...

  Charles River Editors

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  In the wake of the Civil War, African Americans attained freedom from chattel slavery, but continued to suffer discrimination both legal in the form of Jim Crow laws and de facto in the continued perception among the vast majority of white Americans that African Americans were at the very least inferior and at the most a constant dangerous presence in their communities who must be carefully controlled.  
  Durham, North Carolina’s "Black Wall Street" exemplifies the flourishing of Black enterprise under the constraints of Jim Crow segregation. Parrish Street became a central hub for African American businesses and financial institutions in the early 20th century. The district achieved national recognition from leaders such as Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois, who regarded it as a model of Black achievement. Washington noted Durham’s relatively progressive racial climate, while Du Bois emphasized the city’s organized Black community and the extensive network of Black-owned businesses that enabled residents to fulfil nearly all their needs within their own community.  
  The origins of Black Wall Street can be traced to Durham’s transformation into an industrial center after the Civil War. Once a modest railroad stop, Durham rapidly became known as the tobacco capital of the world, primarily due to the Duke family’s business activities. The growth of the tobacco and textile industries attracted both Black and white workers, coinciding with a period of significant racial and economic challenges for African Americans. Despite segregation and disenfranchisement, Durham’s expanding economy created rare opportunities for Black entrepreneurship and enabled a degree of coexistence between influential white industrialists and an emerging Black middle class.

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  At the Court of Attila

  Priscus

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  Before 448, the Greeks saw Attila the Hun as simply a frightening, ruthless leader. When the Greek historian Priscus visited his courts that year, however, he had a far different experience to report. Priscus’ first-hand account of life at Attila’s court shows a different side to the vicious king. While his record is undoubtedly covered in bloodshed and brutality, Priscus reveals Attila as a man also capable of courtesy, generosity, and even—occasionally—mercy.  

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