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  Three contributions to the...

  Sigmund Freud

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  "Three Contributions to the Theory of Sex" is a seminal work by Sigmund Freud, the father of psychoanalysis. Originally published in 1905 as "Drei Abhandlungen zur Sexualtheorie," this book presents Freud's groundbreaking theories on human sexuality. In it, Freud explores the development of sexual instincts from infancy through adulthood, examining the role of unconscious desires, repression, and the Oedipus complex in shaping sexual behavior. He delves into topics such as infantile sexuality, the nature of sexual aberrations, and the psychological underpinnings of sexual identity. This work laid the foundation for much of Freudian psychoanalytic theory and continues to influence discussions on sexuality and psychology.

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  The Nile's Gift - The Story of...

  Priyank Agrawal

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  The Nile's Gift: The Story of Ancient Egypt is an immersive journey through one of the world’s most fascinating and enduring civilizations. From the lush banks of the Nile to the towering pyramids and majestic temples, this book explores the rich tapestry of ancient Egyptian history, culture, and religion. It delves into the lives of the pharaohs, the complexities of their society, and the grandeur of their architectural and artistic achievements. 
  In vivid detail, this work uncovers the mysteries of Egypt’s monumental past, from the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt to the rise of the New Kingdom, and the profound influence of Egyptian mythology, art, and science on the modern world. The book also explores the rich legacy of ancient Egypt in shaping contemporary architecture, art, religion, and governance. 
  Through captivating storytelling and scholarly analysis, The Nile’s Gift paints a comprehensive portrait of Egypt’s glory and its lasting impact on the world. With a focus on both historical figures like the boy king Tutankhamun and the visionary Hatshepsut, and the secrets of daily life, religion, and the afterlife, this book invites readers to discover why Egypt’s story still matters today. Rich in detail, deeply researched, and beautifully written, it is a celebration of a civilization that continues to captivate and inspire people across the globe.

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  Battleground - 10 Conflicts that...

  Christopher Phillips

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  The essential guide to geopolitics in the modern Middle East 
   
   
    
  The Middle East is in crisis. The shocking events of the war in Gaza have rocked the entire region. More than a decade ago, the Arab Spring had raised hopes of a new beginning but instead ushered in a series of civil wars, coups, and even harsher autocracies. Tensions were exacerbated by the meddling of outsiders, as regional and global powers sought to further their interests. The United States, for so long the dominant actor, had stepped back, leaving a vacuum behind it to be fought over. 
   
   
    
  Christopher Phillips explores geopolitical rivalries in the region, and the major external powers vying for influence: Russia, China, the European Union, and the United States. Moving through ten key flashpoints, from Syria to Palestine, Phillips argues that the United States' overextension after the Cold War, and retreat in the 2010s, has imbalanced the region. Today, the Middle East remains blighted by conflicts of unprecedented violence and a post-American scramble for power—leaving its fate in the balance.

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  Selected Works of John Stuart...

  John Mills

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  On Liberty is a philosophical essay by the English philosopher John Stuart Mill. Published in 1859, it applies Mill's ethical system of utilitarianism to society and state. Mill suggests standards for the relationship between authority and liberty. He emphasizes the importance of individuality, which he considers prerequisite to the higher pleasures—the summum bonum of utilitarianism. Furthermore, Mill asserts that democratic ideals may result in the tyranny of the majority. Among the standards proposed are Mill's three basic liberties of individuals, his three legitimate objections to government intervention, and his two maxims regarding the relationship of the individual to society.On Liberty was a greatly influential and well-received work. Some classical liberals and libertarians have criticized it for its apparent discontinuity with Utilitarianism, and vagueness in defining the arena within which individuals can contest government infringements on their personal freedom of action. The ideas presented in On Liberty have remained the basis of much political thought. It has remained in print since its initial publication. A copy of On Liberty is passed to the president of the British Liberal Democrats as a symbol of office.Utilitarianism is a classic exposition and defence of utilitarianism in ethics. The essay first appeared as a series of three articles published in Fraser's Magazine in 1861; the articles were collected and reprinted as a single book in 1863.  Mill's aim in the book is to explain what utilitarianism is, to show why it is the best theory of ethics, and to defend it against a wide range of criticisms and misunderstandings. Though heavily criticized both in Mill's lifetime and in the years since, Utilitarianism did a great deal to popularize utilitarian ethics and has been considered "the most influential philosophical articulation of a liberal humanistic morality that was produced in the nineteenth century.Contents:On LibertyUtilitarianism

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  Ottoman Empire’s Most Important...

  Editors Charles River

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  In terms of geopolitics, perhaps the most seminal event of the Middle Ages was the successful Ottoman siege of Constantinople in 1453. The city had been an imperial capital as far back as the 4th century, when Constantine the Great shifted the power center of the Roman Empire there, effectively establishing two almost equally powerful halves of antiquity’s greatest empire. Constantinople would continue to serve as the capital of the Byzantine Empire even after the Western half of the Roman Empire collapsed in the late 5th century. Naturally, the Ottoman Empire would also use Constantinople as the capital of its empire after their conquest effectively ended the Byzantine Empire, and thanks to its strategic location, it has been a trading center for years and remains one today under the Turkish name of Istanbul.  
  The end of the Byzantine Empire had a profound effect not only on the Middle East but Europe as well. Constantinople had played a crucial part in the Crusades, and the fall of the Byzantines meant that the Ottomans now shared a border with Europe. Indeed, the Ottomans would clash with Russians, Austrians, Venetians, Polish, and more before collapsing as a result of World War I, when they were part of the Central powers.  
  In the wake of taking Constantinople, the Ottoman Empire would spend the next few centuries expanding its size, power, and influence, bumping up against Eastern Europe and becoming one of the world’s most important geopolitical players. It was a rise that would not truly start to wane until the 19th century. Preserving its mixed heritage, coming from both its geographic position rising above the ashes of the Byzantine Empire and the tradition inherited from the Muslim Conquests, the Ottoman Empire lasted more than six centuries.

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  Social Studies for a Better...

  Katy Swalwell, Noreen Naseem...

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  Plan and deliver a curriculum to help your students connect with the humanity of others! 
   
   
   
  In the wake of 2020, we need today's young learners to be prepared to develop solutions to a host of entrenched and complex issues, including systemic racism, massive environmental problems, deep political divisions, and future pandemics that will severely test the effectiveness and equity of our health policies. What better place to start that preparation than with a social studies curriculum that enables elementary students to envision and build a better world? 
   
   
   
  In this engaging guide two experienced social studies educators unpack the oppressions that so often characterize the elementary curriculum—normalization, idealization, heroification, and dramatization—and show how common pitfalls can be replaced with creative solutions. Whether you're a classroom teacher, methods student, or curriculum coordinator, this is a book that can transform your understanding of the social studies disciplines and their power to disrupt the narratives that maintain current inequities.

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