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  Spanish Civil War The: A...

  Captivating History

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  Do you know the bloody story of the Spanish Civil War and what we need to learn from it to understand today’s world? 
  The Spanish Civil War is more relevant than ever, yet it is not that well known. However, the lessons that we can learn from the war can help us today in our divided world. 
  The Spanish Civil War is seen as a dress rehearsal for WWII. However, few understand its origins, causes, and main battles. Few historians have presented an exciting and easy-to-understand account of the battles and the major campaigns by land and sea. Too many historians are concerned about certain aspects of the war and treat the war as only a prequel to the Second World War. 
  That is going to change with this work. This comprehensive guide will present the key battles in chronological order. Get ready for an exciting trip into history to learn the real truth about the Spanish Civil War. 
  Here are some of the things that you will learn:Who were the main players in the war?Who were the international forces that played a role in the battles?The brutal nature of the conflict and who sufferedWhat was the role of the African army from Morocco?What were the main battles, and how were they fought?How did the Spanish Civil War contribute to the outbreak of WWII?How did a democracy collapse, and what lessons does this offer us in our conflict-riven times?How can the Spanish Civil War help us to better understand international events today? 
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  How Ableism Fuels Racism -...

  Lamar Hardwick

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  2024 International Impact Book Award (Religion) 
   
  ★ Publishers Weekly starred review 
   
  "Marshaling fine-grained historical detail and scrupulous analysis, Hardwick persuades."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) 
   
  As a Black autistic pastor and disability scholar, Lamar Hardwick lives at the intersection of disability, race, and religion. Tied to this reality, he heeded the call to write How Ableism Fuels Racism to help Christian communities engage in critical conversations about race by addressing issues of ableism. 
   
  Hardwick believes that ableism--the idea that certain bodies are better than others--and the disability discrimination fueled by this perspective are the root causes of racial bias and injustice in American culture and in the church. Here, he uses historical records, biblical interpretation, and disability studies to examine how ableism in America led to the creation of images, idols, and institutions that perpetuate both disability and racial discrimination. 
   
  He then goes a step further, calling the church into action to address the deep-seated issues of ableism that started it all and offering practical steps to help readers dismantle ableism and racism both in attitude and practice.

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  Cool - How Air Conditioning...

  Salvatore Basile

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  "[A] history of air conditioning, chronicling the numerous gimmicks, failed attempts, con jobs, and eventual successes . . . a surprisingly interesting journey." —San Francisco Book Review 
   
   
    
  The air conditioner is often hailed as one of the modern world's greatest inventions—yet nearly as often blamed for global disaster. It has changed everything from architecture to people's food habits; saved countless lives, and caused countless deaths. First appearing in 1902, when Willis Carrier, an engineer barely out of college, developed the "Apparatus for Treating Air," everyone assumed it would instantly change the world. But the story of air conditioning and its rise to ubiquity is far from simple. 
   
   
    
  In Cool, Salvatore Basile tracks two fascinating stories: the struggle to perfect an effective cooling device, and the effort to convince people that they actually needed such a thing. With a cast of characters ranging from Leonardo da Vinci to Richard Nixon and Felix the Cat, Cool showcases the myriad reactions to air conditioning as it was developed and introduced to the world. Here is a unique perspective on a common convenience: how we came to rely on it today, and how it might change radically tomorrow.

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  The History of England Volume 3...

  David Hume

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  The accession of Henry VII (reigned 1485-1509) to the throne of England, leading to the end of the Wars of the Roses, opened the door to Tudor rule, setting a different character to the monarchy. In Volume 3 of The History of England, Hume traces the story through turbulent and unpredictable times, the reigns of Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI, the brief period of Jane Grey; and concluding with the brutal religious persecutions of Mary I.  
  Initially, Henry VII had to establish royal control and legitimacy. With his customary clarity and natural story-telling style, Hume tells how Henry established his authority with a firm, ruthless but sure hand. He suppressed insurrections, faced French incursions into Brittany, instability in Scotland, and other fractious relationships with Spain and Flanders. Just as important was his commitment to improving the monetary state of the country after the turmoil of the Wars of the Roses. As a result, he was able to pass on a wealthier England to his successor. 
  Henry VIII (reigned 1509-1547) was welcomed as a huge contrast, from the ‘jealous, severe and avaricious’ character of his father. The bold, youthful and courageous prince of just 18 years engendered much hope in the populace. But his character resulted in a reign of much turbulence, from his marital profligacy as he searched for an heir, to his departure from the religious overlordship of the Pope.  Under his flamboyant rule the country was to experience huge uncertainties, with expeditionary failures abroad, introduction of the new religion, the dissolution of monasteries and constant financial challenges. 
  His son, Edward VI (reigned 1547-1553) raised hopes as he was known to be a committed Protestant. But his early death at the age of 15, (apart from the short, disputed reign of Lady Jane Grey), saw the fiercely Catholic Mary (1553-1558) accede to the throne. Predictably, the five years of her monarchy was dominated by religious persecution as an increasingly embittered sovereign sought to impose Catholicism on the nation. Her death after only five years left England in a parlous state. 
  As always, Hume’s characterful but well-informed view of events brings the launch of the Tudor monarchy to life. He deals not only with the major events and personalities, but by introducing many less well-known individuals and their actions, brings a vivid quality to the story of England as it unfolds.

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  Essays in medical sociology...

  Elizabeth Blackwell

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  "Essays in Medical Sociology" is a collection of writings by Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female physician in the United States. The book covers a wide range of topics related to medical sociology, including the social determinants of health, medical education, women in medicine, gender and health, healthcare systems, medical ethics, public health, healthcare policy, medical practice, and the medical profession. 
   
  In this book, Blackwell discusses the social and cultural factors that influence health and illness, and emphasizes the importance of understanding these factors in order to improve healthcare outcomes. She also examines the challenges faced by women in the medical profession, and advocates for greater equality and opportunities for women in healthcare. 
   
  Overall, "Essays in Medical Sociology" provides a thoughtful and insightful analysis of the complex relationship between society and health, and highlights the need for a more holistic and socially informed approach to healthcare.

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  The Tuskegee Strangler - The...

  Linda Lou Long

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  Every serial killer is a “nice guy”—until he’s found out. The shocking, true account of a Southern charmer who left a trail of victims in his wake. 
   
  Jerry Marcus fooled them all. He was “a nice guy,” always helped at home, did well in school, an athlete, and always employed. When things went wrong, he was the first to help clean up the mess. He was the last person anyone suspected of being a serial killer. 
   
  After Marcus was caught and sentenced to life in prison in the late ’70s, author Linda Lou Long spent years corresponding with him. The Tuskegee Strangler gives an inside look into the workings of a man who is not your typical serial killer.

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