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  The Women Are Up to Something -...

  Benjamin J. B. Lipscomb

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  On the cusp of the Second World War, four women went to Oxford to begin their studies: a fiercely brilliant Catholic convert; a daughter of privilege longing to escape her stifling upbringing; an ardent Communist and aspiring novelist with a list of would-be lovers as long as her arm; and a quiet, messy lover of newts and mice who would become a great public intellectual of our time. They became lifelong friends. At the time, only a handful of women had ever made lives in philosophy. But when Oxford's men were drafted in the war, everything changed. 
   
   
   
  As Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, Mary Midgley, and Iris Murdoch labored to make a place for themselves in a male-dominated world, as they made friendships and families, and as they drifted toward and away from each other, they never stopped insisting that some lives are better than others. They argued that courage and discernment and justice—and love—are the heart of a good life. 
   
   
   
  This book presents the first sustained engagement with these women's contributions: with the critique and the alternative they framed. Drawing on a cluster of recently opened archives and extensive correspondence and interviews with those who knew them best, Benjamin Lipscomb traces the lives and ideas of four friends who gave us a better way to think about ethics, and ourselves.

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  Medieval Russia: A Captivating...

  Captivating History

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  Did you know that Russia, as a united state, was not formed until the 16th century? 
  Today, Russia is the biggest and one of the most populous countries in the world. From the early, primitive state-like formations in the 9th century, all the way to the creation of the first true tsardom of Russia in 1547, the history of medieval Russia is one filled with constant struggles for power, personal rivalries between various princes, bloody wars, and a search for identity. 
  This period, which spans about eight centuries, is often forgotten when talking about Russia, despite its importance. Nowadays, people’s perception of Russia is largely defined by the era of the Soviet Union, and it is not hard to understand why. However, exploring such a pivotal period that shaped modern Russia is a must for everybody who is even partially interested in the history of the world. 
  This audiobook serves as a guide for all listeners who want to delve deep into the history of medieval Russia. It covers exciting topics, such as:The rise and fall of Kievan Rus—the first Russian stateThe separation of Russian territories into appanagesInternal fighting between the Russian princes for dominationThe Mongol conquest and how they ruled RussiaThe emergence of new social and cultural trends in Russian societyStruggle for independence and freedom from the Mongol rulersAssumption of power by Muscovy—the most powerful Russian territory in the 14th century 
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  Galileo Galilei: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Galileo Galilei, Italian universal genius: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  Conversational Phrases French...

  FrenchPod101.com, Innovative...

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  Are you trying to learn French…but having trouble speaking?
   
  Do you struggle coming up with your own French sentences?
   
  Are you tired of not understanding how French grammar works?
   
  
   
  If you answered yes to any of these questions, …
   
  
   
  ...then the Conversational Phrases Audiobook, Level 1 - Absolute Beginner is for you!
   
  
   
  In this beginner-level Audiobook, you will master over 25 common sentence patterns across 25 simple lessons. By the end, you’ll be able to ask common questions and answer them in your own way, all while acquiring over 100 French words. 
   
  
   
  Most importantly, you’ll be able to have real conversations in various social situations.
   
  
   
  How, you may ask? Each lesson introduces a new conversation reflecting a real-world situation, including casual chats between friends as well as dialogues in more formal settings. Learning is made easy with three simple steps:
   
  
   
  1. Get familiar: First, you get a sample conversation and its translation.
   
  2. Understand: Then, we explain an underlying sentence pattern, so you can grasp the grammar and actually understand how the French works.
   
  3. Practice: Lastly, you create your own responses… and start speaking French!
   
  
   
  Lessons in this audiobook include:
   
  - Going Sightseeing
   
  - Going to a Restaurant
   
  - Giving Directions
   
  - Going to the Movies
   
  - Renting an Apartment
   
  And much more!
   
  
   
  Conversational Phrases Audiobook, Level 1 - Absolute Beginner contains:
   
  - 25 Lessons 
   
  - 4 Hours+ of Content
   
  - 1 Core Pattern Per Lesson
   
  - 100+ French Vocabulary Words
   
  - 28 Page Accompanying PDF eBook
   
  
   
  Download the PDF and read along

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  Operation Speedy Express: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  Before the Vietnam War, most Americans would have been hard pressed to locate Vietnam on a map. South Vietnamese President Diệm’s regime was extremely unpopular, and war broke out between Communist North Vietnam and South Vietnam around the end of the 1950s. Kennedy’s administration tried to prop up the South Vietnamese with training and assistance, but the South Vietnamese military was feeble. A month before his death, Kennedy signed a presidential directive withdrawing 1,000 American personnel, but shortly after Kennedy’s assassination, new President Lyndon B. Johnson reversed course, instead opting to expand American assistance to South Vietnam. 
  	Operation Speedy Express was a highly controversial military operation carried out by the U.S. Army supported by the Army of South Vietnam (ARVN) as well as regional and popular forces during the Vietnam War. It lasted from December 1968 until May 1969 and took place in the Mekong Delta's Kien Hoa and Vinh Binh provinces. The operation was a part of U.S. Army “pacification” efforts toward the Viet Cong, as American forces sought to interdict Viet Cong supply and communication lines from Cambodia and deny them the use of operational bases. Formally, the operation involved 8,000 U.S. soldiers and resulted in 242 American lives lost compared to 10,899 Viet Cong and People’s Army of Vietnam (PAVN) killed, according to Department of Defense records. Operation Speedy Express was considered successful by U.S. standards, as determined by the primary metric of body counts. However, while the number of Vietnamese dead, including civilians, is unknown, it is assumed to surpass 5,000, and the high number of casualties was attributed to the indiscriminate use of firepower, which included air and artillery strikes in densely populated areas.

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  Empower Your Credit: Unseen...

  Jovian Hartwynn

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  Empower Your Credit: Unseen Stories of a Women's Bank 
  Are you eager to advance in your career and enhance your understanding of financial empowerment through inspiring narratives?  
  Searching for an all-encompassing resource that offers the vital components for achieving financial literacy and success? 
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  Updated to reflect the current landscape of financial empowerment. 
  Key features of this enriched guide: 
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  - Comprehensive explanation of the principles of credit and financial management  
  - Effective strategies for preparing for your journey toward financial literacy 
  Our guide stands out through its thorough coverage, which is crucial for your success. Key concepts aren't merely touched upon; they're explored with meticulous detail. 
  Please note that this guide is not linked to any official financial entity and is purely an independent resource created for your benefit. 
  Designed with a well-organized structure and straightforward language, our guide ensures easy transitions between topics. Say farewell to complex jargon and embrace clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
  So, why delay? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your path to financial literacy and success! 
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