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  Derrida's Deconstruction -...

  Sophia Blackwell

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  Finally, a philosophy book that will make you laugh until you différance. 
  Ever wanted to sound unbearably pretentious at dinner parties? Wondered how one French philosopher managed to make an entire career out of writing sentences no human being could understand? Curious why your literature professor keeps muttering about "the death of the author" while staring vacantly into space? 
  Look no further than "Derrida's Deconstruction: Tearing Texts Apart Because He Had Nothing Better To Do" – the latest installment in the bestselling "Cogito Ergo Nope!" series that makes philosophy both accessible and hilarious. 
  In this merciless exploration of Jacques Derrida and his world-altering inability to get to the point, you'll discover: 
  Why spelling "difference" with an "a" made one man inexplicably famous 
  How to sound profound while saying absolutely nothing 
  Why buildings suddenly started looking like they were designed during earthquakes 
  The academic equivalent of "my dog ate my homework": textual undecidability 
  How to deconstruct any text while sitting in your pajamas 
  The surprising insights hidden beneath mountains of incomprehensible jargon 
  Written with savage wit and unexpected clarity, this book explains deconstruction better than Derrida ever could (though, to be fair, so could a moderately articulate toddler). 
  Whether you're a confused student, a curious reader, or someone who enjoys watching inflated intellectual balloons get popped by the sharp pin of sarcasm, this book is your perfect introduction to the man who made simplicity unfashionable and gave academic writing permission to be terrible forever. 
  Warning: May cause uncontrollable laughter, eye-rolling, and the sudden ability to see through academic nonsense. Not recommended for tenured professors with no sense of humor.

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  Tangled in Terror - Uprooting...

  Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan

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  'Lyrical and uncompromising - Suhaiymah writes to disrupt' - gal-dem 
  Islamophobia is everywhere. It is a narrative and history woven so deeply into our everyday lives that we don’t even notice it – in our education, how we travel, our healthcare, legal system and at work. Behind the scenes it affects the most vulnerable, at the border and in prisons. Despite this, the conversation about Islamophobia is relegated to microaggressions and slurs. 
  In this audiobook, beautifully narrated by the author, Suhaiymah Manzoor-Khan reveals how Islamophobia not only lives under the skin of those who it marks, but is an international political project designed to divide people in the name of security, in order to materially benefit global stakeholders. It can only be truly uprooted when we focus not on what it is but what it does. 
  Tangled in Terror shows that until the most marginalised Muslims are safe, nobody is safe.

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  Sulla and Gaius Marius: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  Caesar is still remembered for winning a civil war and helping bring about the end of the Roman Republic, leaving a line of emperors in its place, but it’s quite possible that none of what Caesar did would’ve happened without the template for such actions being set 40 years earlier. At the time, when Caesar was in his teens, war was being waged both on the Italian peninsula and abroad, with domestic politics pitting the conservative, aristocratic optimates against the populist, reformist populares, and this tension ultimately escalated into an all-out war. One of the leading populares was Caesar’s uncle, Gaius Marius, a military visionary who had restructured the legions and extended the privileges of land ownership and citizenship to legionaries on condition of successful completion of a fixed term of service. In the late 2nd century BCE, Marius had waged a successful campaign against several Germanic tribes, and after earning eternal fame in the Eternal City, Marius was appointed a consul several times. In 88 BCE, he entered into conflict with his erstwhile protégé, the optimate Sulla, over command of the army to be dispatched against Mithridates VI of Pontus, a long-time enemy of Rome and its Greek allies.   
  	Ironically, Marius’s reforms had made the legions fiercely loyal to their individual generals rather than the state, which allowed Sulla to march his army against Rome and force Marius into exile. With that, Rome’s first civil war was officially underway, but Sulla’s triumph proved short-lived. Just as Sulla departed for a campaign, Marius returned at the head of a scratch army of veterans and mercenaries, taking over the city and purging it of Sulla’s optimate supporters, and though Marius died in 86 BCE, his party remained in power. 

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  Why Politicians Lie About Trade...

  Dmitry Grozoubinski

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  FT Recommended Book on the Global Trade War
  'It succeeds both in explaining how global trade works and how it affects things many voters actually care about' – Financial Times
  Why Politicians Lie About Trade – and What You Need to Know About It is your clear, witty crash‑course in how global trade really works – and how leaders weaponise it to win votes, wage culture wars and spin economic fairy tales.
  Written by former trade negotiator Dmitry Grozoubinski, this smart, highly readable book explains trade policy, not trade economics – no graphs, no jargon, just sharp stories, plain English and a built‑in "bullshit detector" for every grand promise about tariffs, trade deals and jobs.
  What this book shows you
  Across two parts – How Trade Works and Trade and the Things You Actually Care About – you'll discover:
  
  - How modern trade policy works in practice – from goods trade and services trade to customs unions, single markets, free trade agreements (FTAs), trade facilitation and the World Trade Organization (WTO).
  - Why protectionism is so tempting – and how tariffs, quotas, sanctions, trade embargoes and "keeping out foreign junk" are sold as painless fixes, even when they quietly destroy jobs, growth and innovation.
  - What "trading on WTO terms" really means – and why it's usually code for accepting the bare‑minimum market access on the same terms as the country your partners trust least.
  - How trade agreements are really negotiated – secrecy, leaks, horse‑trading, rules of origin, regulatory standards, dispute settlement and why no deal is ever truly "win‑win for everyone".
  - Trade and jobs – how trade policy is endlessly blamed or praised for employment figures, how politicians on all sides massage the numbers, and why press releases about "hundreds of thousands of jobs created" should make you sceptical.
  - Trade and national security, climate change and peace – from sanctions and export controls to green trade rules, economic interdependence and "trade for peace".
  Along the way, Grozoubinski dissects Trump, Brexit, trade wars, culture‑war soundbites, populist protectionism and media myths that turn complex tradeoffs into easy slogans.
  Why Politicians Lie About Trade is designed for non‑specialists who want to understand:
  
  - International trade, trade policy and globalisation/globalization without a degree in economics.
  - How tariffs, trade deals, customs unions, single markets, the WTO and trade wars actually affect jobs, prices, supply chains, national security and climate policy.
  - How to spot when politicians, lobbyists or commentators are lying or oversimplifying about trade, free trade agreements, "sovereignty" and "cutting red tape at the border".
  If you're tired of being dazzled by big numbers, empty promises and scary headlines about tariffs, trade wars and globalisation, this book hands you the tools to push back – calmly, confidently and with the facts on your side.
  Recommended by the FT and The Rest is Politics podcast

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  From Woke to Awake - A...

  Daniel Cross

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  From Woke to Awake 
   
  In a world that never stops talking, clarity has quietly become harder to find. 
  Thoughts form quickly. 
   
  Opinions are expected instantly. 
   
  And somewhere in the noise, the ability to think deeply—independently—begins to fade. 
   
  From Woke to Awake is not a political argument. It is a thoughtful, balanced exploration of how modern culture shapes the way we think, respond, and communicate. 
   
  Without extremes or division, this book takes a closer look at: 
   
  •	Why thinking has become more reactive than reflective 
  •	How social pressure influences beliefs, identity, and expression 
  •	Why conversations feel more difficult than they used to 
  •	The hidden mental exhaustion of constant awareness 
  •	How to separate truth from noise in a fast-moving world 
  •	What it means to think clearly again 
   
  This is not about rejecting awareness. 
   
  It is about refining it. 
   
  Written in a calm, intelligent, and relatable tone, this book invites listeners to slow down, question assumptions, and rediscover the ability to think for themselves—without pressure, performance, or noise. 
  If you are tired of surface-level conversations and want a deeper understanding of how thinking has changed, From Woke to Awake offers a clear path forward. 
   
  A thoughtful guide for those seeking clarity in a reactive world.

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  Difficult People - Tools for...

  Rowic Nelligan

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  Difficult People: Tools for Handling Toxic, Stubborn, and Manipulative PersonalitiesAre you exhausted from dealing with difficult people? Do you often find yourself unsure of how to handle challenging situations? You're in the right place—this audiobook is designed specifically for you!This audiobook is your ultimate guide to mastering the art of dealing with challenging individuals. Whether you’re facing a toxic coworker, a stubborn friend, or a manipulative partner, this audiobook offers powerful strategies and actionable techniques to help you take control of your interactions. Discover how to set firm boundaries, communicate with confidence, and protect your emotional well-being while navigating even the most difficult personalities. With insights rooted in psychology and real-world experience, this audiobook is a must-have resource for anyone looking to enhance their relationships and thrive in any environment. Don’t let difficult people drain your energy—equip yourself with the tools to turn conflict into cooperation and regain your peace of mind. Transform your approach to challenging situations and take the first step towards a more harmonious life.

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