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  Don't Take It Personally -...

  Eviatar Zerubavel

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  Along with the concepts of social role, social group, social network, social class, and social structure, the notion of impersonality is one of the pillars of the sociological imagination: the ability to think beyond individuals and see them as members of particular social categories. Although almost every sociologist is at least implicitly cognizant of the fundamental contrast between personalness and impersonality, it has yet to be explicitly conceptualized. 
   
   
   
  Don't Take It Personally comprehensively addresses the fundamental distinction between the specific and generic visions of personhood. Over the course of the book, Eviatar Zerubavel articulates the fundamental features of impersonality; the process of producing impersonality; the impersonal logic underlying the notion of individuals as countable quantities; the relationship between modernity and impersonality; and considers what is gained and what is lost by impersonalizing so much of social life. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on fascinating examples from diverse social contexts, Don't Take It Personally introduces a general framework to better understand the deeper connection between seemingly disparate phenomena, from racial profiling and hate crimes to "secret Santa" gifting.

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  The Truth Behind the Knights...

  Tony Bailey

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  The Knights Templar were one of the most powerful military orders of the Middle Ages—warriors, bankers, and legends wrapped in mystery. But were they truly protectors of Christendom, or was there something more to their secretive rituals? 
  This audiobook explores the real history, myths, and conspiracies surrounding the Templars. Learn about their role in the Crusades, their banking empire, their rumored connection to the Holy Grail, and their dramatic downfall at the hands of King Philip IV and the Catholic Church. 
  The Truth Behind the Knights Templar is a must-listen for history lovers, medieval enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by secret societies and legendary warriors.

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  West Virginia and the Civil War...

  Mark A. Snell

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  The only state born as a result of the Civil War, West Virginia was the most divided state in the nation. About forty thousand of its residents served in the combatant forces about twenty thousand on each side. 
   
   
   
  The Mountain State also saw its fair share of battles, skirmishes, raids, and guerrilla warfare, with places like Harpers Ferry, Philippi, and Rich Mountain becoming household names in 1861. When the Commonwealth of Virginia seceded from the Union on April 17, 1861, leaders primarily from the northwestern region of the state began the political process that eventually led to the creation of West Virginia on June 20, 1863. Renowned Civil War historian Mark A. Snell has written the first thorough history of these West Virginians and their civil war in more than fifty years.

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  Criminal Justice in Divided...

  David A. Sklansky

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  How a broken criminal justice system has fueled the crisis of American democracy, and how we can address both problems together.Criminal Justice in Divided America shows how police, courts, and prisons helped to break American democracy and how better approaches to public safety and criminal accountability can help to repair it. Engaging critically with concerns from both the left and the right, Sklansky lays out a clear and deeply researched agenda for reforming police departments, prosecutors' offices, criminal trials, and punishment. Sklansky seeks pragmatic solutions that take account of political realities: the lofty ideal of empowering "the people" or "the community" can mean little when members of the public or the community disagree. While efforts to "defund" the police have exacerbated political conflicts without addressing the underlying problem of how and when force should be used to protect public safety, reforms aimed at improving police accountability, restraining prosecutorial power, and expanding the role of juries can bring together warring parties who share a concern for justice.Ultimately, Sklansky argues, reform must be rooted in a strong commitment to pluralism―bridging political divides rather than worsening them, strengthening democracy, and securing the broad support that enables durable change.

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  Classic Rock & Rock Radio...

  Various Authors

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  This fascinating audio program includes actual radio commercials from the 1960s for the following bands: Canned Heat, Janis Joplin, H.P. Lovecraft, The Byrds, The Doors, Steppenwolf, Jethro Tull, Ravi Shankar, Bob Seger System

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  Master HSK 1 Grammar: Volume 1 –...

  Letitia Wu

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  Unlock the power of Mandarin Chinese with Master HSK 1 Grammar: Volume 1! Designed for HSK 1 learners and Chinese language beginners, this audiobook simplifies essential grammar concepts to help you speak confidently and build a solid foundation. 
  In this volume, you’ll learn: 
  1. Essential Words for ‘I,’ ‘You,’ and ‘He or She’ 
  2. Essential Words for ‘We,’ ‘You All,’ and ‘They’ 
  3. Essential Words for Saying “Is” and “Is Not” 
  4. The Particle 的 (de) – Indicating Possession 
  5. The Question Particle 吗 (ma) – Turning Statements into Questions 
  6. The Question Word 什么 (shén me) – Asking “What” in Chinese 
  7. The Particle 了 (le) – Expressing Change and Completion 
  8. More Uses of the Particle 了 (le) 
  9. The Question Word 谁 (shéi) – “Who” and 谁的 (shéi de) – “Whose” 
  10. Using ‘This,’ ‘That,’ ‘This One,’ and ‘That One’ in Chinese 
  With step-by-step explanations, practical examples, and guided practice, this audiobook is perfect for anyone starting their journey into the Chinese language. Whether you’re preparing for the HSK 1 exam or exploring Mandarin for personal growth, this is your go-to resource for mastering beginner-level grammar. 
  Start speaking Mandarin with confidence today!

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