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  Brothers of Olympus The: The...

  Charles River Editors

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  Zeus is a god of apparent paradox: sublimely regal yet ridiculously fickle, a giver of laws but a slave to his own passions, a being of incredible power who is desperate to possess that which he cannot have. As the leader of the Greek pantheon on Mount Olympus, Zeus was the god of kingship (and the associated elements of law, oaths, the state and the protection of property) and the god of storms, controlling lightning, wind and thunder.  
  	In many ways, one of ancient Greece’s most complex gods is also the most understandable, since he seems so human, and because there is plenty of information about him that survived, including the original legends about his birth, his early deeds and his many relationships with other gods, lovers, and humans. Furthermore, scholars have been able to analyze the historical roots of "Zeus" as a concept, identifying what gods he is related to among other cultures, where the legends of Zeus originated, and what this information says about the ancient Greeks.  
  	One of the reasons Zeus remains one of the most recognizable gods in history is because of the spread of his influence. Due to the conquests of Alexander the Great, Zeus was brought along with other elements of Hellenization to Egypt and the Near East, and a few centuries later, Rome all but adopted him as their own chief god, Jupiter. From there, he was exported around the Roman Empire and fused with numerous other local gods in the process. Ultimately, Zeus was a prominent god from the period of pre-recorded history until the Christianization of Greece, which was complete by the early 7th century A.D. 

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  Escaping Slavery in America: The...

  Charles River Editors

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  The Underground Railroad is one of the most taught topics to young schoolchildren, and every American is familiar with the idea of fugitive slaves escaping to Canada and the North with the help of determined abolitionists and even former escaped slaves like Harriet Tubman. The secrecy involved in the Underground Railroad made it one of the most mysterious aspects of the mid-19th century in America, to the extent that claims spread that 100,000 slaves had escaped via the Underground Railroad. Of course, from a practical standpoint, the Underground Railroad had to remain covert not only for the sake of thousands of slaves, but for a small army of men and women of every race, religion and economic class who put themselves in peril on an ongoing basis throughout the first half of the 19th century, and in the years leading up to the war.  
  	Over 150 years later, that same secrecy has helped the Underground Railroad become so romanticized and mythologized that people often visualize it in ways that were far different from reality. Before the American Civil War eliminated slavery, it was a fixture in North America for over 200 years, and by 1850 a trained slave was worth approximately $2,500, around 10 times the sum of a typical annual salary in that day. As a result, the economic dependence on slavery in the South was an extreme one, and in the wake of the Fugitive Slave Act, black people in the North were under constant pressure to defend their “credentials” to bounty hunters and owners. Between the value of slaves in America, rising abolitionist sentiment at home and overseas, and political debates promoting or hindering the movement toward equality, the era in which the Underground Railroad operated cannot be easily fit into a concise body of principles, actions or geography. 

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  Dutch East India Trading Company...

  Kelly Mass

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  Did you know that the Dutch were some of the first who came up with stocks? They were also known for their gigantic fleet, their ships, their colonies, and so much more. The 17th century was a golden age, a golden century for the Dutch, who discovered how to go to the new world in Asia, America, and other continents to transport spices, minerals, and other materials.The Dutch East India Company, officially the United East India Company (Dutch: Vereenigde Oost Indische Compagnie; VOC), was a megacorporation created in the early 17th century by a government-directed merger of many competing Dutch trade services.You might think that Amazon or Google is big, but the VOC is still thought to be the world's biggest corporation in documented history. It was established on March 20th, 1602, as a chartered business to trade with Mughal India in the early contemporary period, from which it imported 50% of fabrics and 80% of silks, mostly from the Bengal Subah area. In addition, when the Dutch federal government rewarded it a 21-year monopoly on the Dutch spice trade, the business traded with Indianized Southeast Asian nations.Find out more about this by going through this book.

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  Playful Sexy Surprises - 6...

  Giselle Renarde

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  Get ready to be tantalized by "Playful Sexy Surprises," a sizzling collection of six spicy romance stories. Each story is a delicious adventure, where passion and unexpected encounters lead to unforgettable moments of desire and delight. 
  In one captivating tale, a citywide blackout becomes the backdrop for a steamy meeting between two sapphic strangers, their chemistry igniting as the lights go out. Another story takes you on a journey with a young couple visiting a small town for a summer theatre performance, where the thrill of the show spills over into a passionate rendezvous in an empty parking lot. 
  Under the blazing summer sun, two wives transform the mundane task of washing a dirty car into a tantalizing display of sudsy seduction. The collection also features playful escapades with candy, adding a sweet twist to a spicy interlude. 
  From impromptu trysts to playful outdoor adventures, "Playful Sexy Surprises" offers a variety of fun and entertaining tales that will leave you breathless. Dive into this collection and let Giselle Renarde take you on a journey of love, lust, and delightful surprises.

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  Baron Munchausen

  Rudolf Erich Raspe

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  Baron Munchausen is a popular German fairy tale. Baron Munchausen likes to tell everyone about his travels. The only thing is his stories seems very unlikely, he is always exaggerating everything... The moral of the story is: people will see through your lies. Recommended for age 3+.

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  AI: A Great Equalizer in life -...

  jimmy d swearnegen

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  AI: A Great Equalizer in Life explores the transformative power of artificial intelligence through the inspiring story of Alex. From struggling in school to becoming a trailblazer in his community, Alex's journey is a testament to the power of determination, resilience, and the right tools. This book delves into how AI can level the playing field, opening doors to new opportunities and empowering individuals to achieve their full potential. It's not just about technology; it's about hope, empowerment, and the human spirit. Discover how AI can be a force for good, helping us build a brighter, more equitable future for all.

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