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  UAPs and the Nuclear Puzzle -...

  Robert Salas, Stanton T....

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  In 1969 the US Air Force issued a statement that read‚ "No UFO reported, investigated, and evaluated by the Air Force was ever an indication of threat to our national security." This statement has been proven untrue by the testimony of many military officers and airmen and documentation of incidents involving UFOs and nuclear weapons, testimonies of which the US Air Force was fully aware. UAPs and the Nuclear Puzzle details many of these testimonies, some for the first time. 
   
   
   
  As partial justification for its position, the Air Force cites a University of Colorado study that was contracted and paid for by federal funds. UAPs and the Nuclear Puzzle reveals how this study was actually just another part of the plan to cover up the reality of the UFO phenomenon. This book reveals evidence that the investigators for the Colorado study knew about the UFO-related missile shutdown incidents but did not investigate them or include them in their final report. 
   
   
    
  As stated by Robert Salas: "To date, many former or retired US Air Force personnel—once trusted to operate or guard weapons of mass destruction—have come forward and revealed ongoing UFO surveillance of, and occasional interference with, our nuclear weapons. The entire body of these factual accounts alters the historical perspective on the nuclear arms race."

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  Gidget - Origins of a Teen Girl...

  Pamela Robertson Wojcik

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  Gidget: Origins of a Teen Girl Transmedia Franchise examines the multiplicity of books, films, TV shows, and merchandise that make up the transmedia Gidget universe from the late 1950s to the 1980s. 
   
   
   
  The book examines the Gidget phenomenon as an early and unique teen girl franchise that expands understanding of both teen girlhood and transmedia storytelling. It locates the film as existing at the historical intersection of numerous discourses and events, including the emergence of surf culture and surf films; the rise of California as signifier of modernity and as the epicenter of white American middle-class teen culture; the annexation of Hawaii; the invention of Barbie; and Hollywood's reluctant acceptance of teen culture and teen audiences. Each chapter places the Gidget text in context, looking at production and reception circumstances and intertexts such as the novels of Françoise Sagan, the Tammy series, La Dolce Vita, and the Patty Duke Show, to better understand Gidget's meaning at different points in time. 
   
   
   
  This book explores many aspects of Gidget, providing an invaluable insight into this iconic franchise for students and researchers in film studies, feminist media studies, and youth culture.

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  The Genius of Home - Teaching...

  PhD Catherine Read

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  To educate means to draw forth (Latin, educare: to lead, to bring up); the teacher must draw forth, but, also, must meet the new individual at her or his own level. But what does the teacher draw forth from the child? Is the teacher like the sun that draws forth the plants? Children do grow up, but at the same time, they come down. What if one is teaching one's own children? 
  There are as many possible approaches to teaching children at home, that is, "homeschooling", as there are homes and families who choose to take up this individualized approach to education. Catherine Read chose to model her School-at-Home on the curriculum used in Waldorf schools. 
  This book is the story of her journey as the primary teacher of her two daughters through the Waldorf curriculum from early childhood through high school grade eleven: what she did, when she did it, and why. 
  Along the way, this flexible, artistic, challenging, and ultimately rewarding approach to education comes into focus. Inspiring and instructional, the account of her years as both parent and teacher will be a boon to anyone thinking of founding their own School-at-Home.

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  Mandate for Mesopotamia and...

  Editors Charles River

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  The United Nations is one of the most famous bodies in the world, and its predecessor, the League of Nations, might be equally notorious. In fact, President Woodrow Wilson’s pet project was controversial from nearly the minute it was conceived. While it would attempt to resolve some territorial disputes, it simply proved too weak to prevent international aggression, primarily among the Axis Powers in the buildup to World War II. Thus, the League’s greatest legacy ended up being its dismal failure to prevent World War II and ensure that World War I had truly been the “war to end all wars,” as originally intended. 
  Although the League of Nations was short-lived and clearly failed in its primary mission, it did essentially spawn the United Nations at the end of World War II, and many of the UN’s structures and organizations came straight from its predecessor, with the concepts of an International Court and a General Assembly coming straight from the League. More importantly, the failures of the League ensured that the UN was given stronger authority and enforcement mechanisms, most notably through the latter’s Security Council, and while the League dissolved after a generation, the UN has survived for over 70 years. 
  One of the League’s most lasting legacies was the manner in which it handed over administrative control of land in the Middle East to the victorious Allied Powers, namely France and Britain. The Ottoman Empire quickly collapsed after World War I, and its extensive lands were divvied up between the French and British. While the French gained control of the Levant, which would later become modern day nations like Syria and Lebanon, the British were given mandates for Mesopotamia and Palestine. The British Mandate for Palestine gave the British control over the lands that have since become Jordan, Israel, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip, while Mesopotamia covered modern Iraq.

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  History of Scotland - A...

  Days of History

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  Discover the Secrets of Scotland's Past in This Book! 
  Introducing the book you need to unlock the mysteries and marvels of this storied nation. Embark on an epic journey that spans thousands of years and countless tales of heroism, tragedy, and triumph. 
  Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Scotland's past, from the enigmatic Picts to the rise of the powerful clans. 
  Stand alongside legendary figures like William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Mary, Queen of Scots. 
  Explore Scotland's profound impact on the world, from its industrial revolution to its vibrant culture and beyond. 
  Unravel the Threads of Time with captivating storytelling and meticulous research, this comprehensive book weaves together the many strands of Scotland's history, creating a vivid and unforgettable portrait of a nation that continues to shape the world. 
  What You'll Discover Inside:In-depth explorations of key historical events, such as the Wars of Scottish Independence and the Jacobite uprisings.Revealing insights into the lives of Scotland's most influential figures and the forces that drove them.A captivating narrative that brings the past to life, making you feel as if you were there to witness history unfold. 
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  History buffs, proud Scots, and anyone with a passion for uncovering the stories of the past will find "History of Scotland: A Comprehensive History of Scotland: From Ancient Times to the 21st Century" an essential addition to their library. 
  Don't let this opportunity pass you by. Order your copy today and delve into the extraordinary history of Scotland – a journey that will leave you spellbound and hungry for more. Secure your copy now and start uncovering the hidden treasures of Scotland's past!

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  Anxiety hacks - proven...

  Kate Hudson-Hall

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  Are you exhausted by constantly feeling anxious or worried? 
    
  Are you looking for easy strategies to help you overcome your explosive anxiety? 
    
  In this conversational and life-changing book, anxiety psychotherapist Kate Hudson-Hall will teach you step by step the techniques, tools, and tips taught to thousands of her anxiety clients. 
    
  You will learn how to: 
    
  • Take yourself from being completely overwhelmed by your anxiety to showing you easy ways you can learn to cope with your anxiety behaviors and instantly calm yourself, some in less than 90 seconds. 
  • Use the globally recognized and proven successful "C.A.L.M. Your Alarm" technique to reduce your anxiety instantly. 
  • Improve your life with the support of the FREE companion course containing downloadable worksheets and bonus videos of Kate demonstrating each powerful strategy revealed throughout the book. 
  By the end of Anxiety Hacks, you'll understand why YOU have these challenging anxiety behaviors and HOW you can break through these to a calmer new you. 
  If you are looking for empowering tools to unlock your anxiety and change these painful behaviors then take a read. 
    
  About Kate Hudson-Hall, Dip. AdvHYP (N-SHAP) 
  Personally having suffered from anxiety since age 5, Kate has been an anxiety therapist for the last 22 years. She believes you can reduce and overcome your anxiety with the right tools.

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