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  Scotland's Democracy Trail

  Donald Smith

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  The trail follows the emergence of democratic thought and action in Scotland from the 16th century onwards, linking pivotal events to locations along the way. It is a story of ups and downs, triumphs and tragedies, borne along by a stubborn, persistent advance.
  
  
  The evolution of democracy in Scotland is a fascinating story. Join Stuart McHardy and Donald Smith as they tell this story via a guided tour of the landmarks and monuments of Edinburgh, leading you from Edinburgh Castle to the Scottish Parliament, and through over 500 years of political development.
  
  
  
  From the antics of the Edinburgh Mob and the cruelties of Henry Dundas, to the more recent Vigil for a Scottish Parliament and the 2014 referendum on Scottish independence, this book will show you the democratic and historic significance of the places, people and ideas on the route.
  
  
  
  A comprehensive timeline, detailed map and photographs throughout make it easy to follow the route and discover the story of Scottish democracy. Scotland's Democracy Trail brings the key political events in Scotland's history to life, demonstrating just how relevant they remain today.

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  Couple Skills - How to Eliminate...

  Susan Vance

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  Are you struggling in your intimate relationship?  
  Are you looking for ways to deepen and strengthen your connection with your partner? Look no further than Couple Skills - the audiobook that will teach you the fundamental interpersonal skills necessary for maintaining a healthy and happy relationship. 
  Here are some reasons why Couple Skills is the perfect choice for you:Intimate relationships can bring both pleasure and pain, but with the right skills, you can cultivate a lasting and fulfilling connection with your partner.This audiobook teaches the basic interpersonal skills that are crucial for maintaining emotional intimacy, such as listening, clear communication, negotiation, and proper anger management.With Couple Skills, you can learn and practice these skills at your own pace, giving you the flexibility to work on your relationship whenever and wherever you choose.Whether you're in a new relationship or have been with your partner for years, Couple Skills is suitable for all couples, regardless of sexual orientation or age.I've included examples of dating skills in various types of partnerships, so you can find techniques that work for your particular situation.It's important to note that change takes time and effort, and that some methods may not work for everyone. But with patience and persistence, you can cultivate a deeper emotional connection with your partner. 
  Investing in Couple Skills means investing in the future of your relationship. With the right tools and techniques, you can build a stronger, more fulfilling connection with your partner, and enjoy the benefits of a healthy and happy relationship for years to come. 
  Buy now and take the first step towards a fulfilling relationship.

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  The Edge of Innocence - The...

  David Miraldi

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  Named 2018 Book of the Year by International Rubery Book Award  
  The Edge of Innocence is a work of narrative nonfiction based on the 1964 murder trial of Casper Bennett, a man accused of drowning his wife in a bathtub of scalding water in Lorain, Ohio. Bennett's sensational trial pitted an aggressive, mercurial county prosecutor against the author's father, a civil trial attorney who had never before defended anyone for murder.  
  The book not only recreates the tension and excitement of this courtroom battle but also highlights the uncertain edge that often divides guilt from innocence. The author was ten years old when he answered the phone late at night when Bennett called his father from jail, seeking his legal representation.  
  Forty years later and long after his father's death, the author found the Bennett file in the bottom of his mother's closet. From the moment he began reading the papers, the long-forgotten drama cast a spell on him. As he uncovered more and more of the facts, the story he had known as a child disappeared, replaced by one far different.  
  The Edge of Innocence takes the listener through the criminal justice system and ultimately to the trial, where the listener, like a juror, must sift through competing claims and conflicting evidence. Full of twists and turns and colorful characters, The Edge of Innocence is all the more entertaining because it tells a true story.

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  A Modest Proposal

  Jonathan Swift

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  'I have been assured by a very knowing American of my acquaintance in London, that a young healthy child well nursed, is, at a year old, a most delicious nourishing and wholesome food, whether stewed, roasted, baked, or boiled; and I make no doubt that it will equally serve in a fricassee, or a ragout.'
  
  One of the most-studied pieces of satire in history, 'A Modest Proposal' is a darkly funny yet scathing critique of British colonialism from an Irish lens.
  
  First published in 1729 to much backlash, Swift goes to great lengths to illustrate a potential solution to poverty and overpopulation in Ireland: parents undergoing economic hardship ought to sell their children as food for the upper classes. A masterclass in irony, Swift delves into the financial benefits of his suggestion, even offering numerous ways to prepare babies for consumption. A powerful and shocking criticism of the dire conditions of Ireland and indifference of the British government at the time, 'A Modest Proposal' remains widely read to this day. This audiobook edition is narrated by the talented Malk Williams.
  Jonathan Swift (1667 – 1745) was an Irish writer and satirist, famed for his deadpan style of writing. He is best remembered for his satirical works 'A Modest Proposal (1729) and Gulliver's Travels (1726). A master in the art of irony, future works of satire in his style of hyperbole have subsequently been classed as 'Swiftian'.

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  Story Structure: Step-by-Step |...

  Sandy Marsh

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  Shape Your Story Like a Pro 
  If you have a phenomenal story to tell but find you can’t quite make it flow or form in a natural, yet moving way, Story Structure will transform your approach to writing and make your novel a compelling and addictive read. 
  Crammed full of tricks and tips to help both beginner and advanced authors complete their books in an enticing way. 
  Get Your Acts Together! 
  Each chapter is dedicated to one aspect of story structures, and begins with a 9-Step Process to dividing up your tale; which includes: 
  STEP ONE: The First Act – Introducing characters & what is at stake 
  STEP TWO: The First Major Plot Point – How to leave readers wanting more 
  STEP FIVE: Second Half of the Second Act – The need to support the protagonist 
  STEP SEVEN: Third Act – Protagonist is forced to face the enemy before being readyMarsh uses examples to drive home how developing a strong story structure is important to help maintain focus, enrich plot ideas and provide a bird’s-eye view of whether your novel is working. 
  Tips from Experienced Authors 
  The final chapter gives a look behind-the-scenes at the thinking of real authors and their recommendations regarding whether to adopt traditional structures for your genre or research new ones, how and when to modify a structure template, and the ways to hide structure in your writing. Story Structure is an indispensable guide for serious authors wanting write professionally. 
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  Rolling Thunder Against the...

  Gene Eric Salecker

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  This WWII history sheds light on the extensive use of armored fighting vehicles in the Pacific Theater from the Philippines to Okinawa.   Although the history of armor in World War II has captured the attention of countless authors, the extensive use of tanks in the Pacific has gone largely unexamined. Now historian Gene Eric Salecker corrects this oversight. With comprehensive detail, Salecker describes the exploits of American tanks on the jungle islands where troops engaged in savage combat and encountered unforgiving weather and terrain.    Stationed in the Philippines when the Japanese attacked the islands in 1941, the U.S. Army's independent tank battalions fought from the very start of the war. From New Guinea and the Solomons to Makin, Saipan, and Guam, American armor proved instrumental in winning World War II in the Pacific.

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