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  Book of Famous Speeches -...

  Carlo Batà

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  What were the most important and influential speeches of our time? Discover the answers in this book of speeches that changed our world. 
   
   
   
  Famous historical speeches. This remarkable collection of thirty-eight historic speeches, spanning from post-World War II to the present, offers unparalleled insight into pivotal moments in our recent history. Experience the power of words that shaped nations and understand the visionary minds behind them, from Martin Luther King Jr.'s "dream" to Malala's impassioned plea for education. 
   
   
   
  Inspiration for the future and insight into the past. In Famous Speeches, gain a deeper understanding of our evolving world through the voices that changed it forever. Travel back to these monumental moments and experience firsthand the transformative power of oration. 
   
   
   
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  ● Understand the sentiments and visionary ideas of post-World War II leaders and influencers 
   
   
   
  ● Experience the emotional impact of words that changed the course of history 
   
   
   
  ● Discover inspiration for the future and deepen your knowledge of some of history's greatest speakers

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  Under The Olive Tree Timeless...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Step into the magical world of ancient Greece with "Under The Olive Tree: Timeless Greek Tales", a mesmerizing collection of mythological and folkloric stories that have been cherished for generations. Perfect for lovers of mythology, storytelling enthusiasts, and anyone looking to immerse themselves in the wonder of Greece’s rich cultural tapestry.🌌 Overview of the Stories Included 
  📜 The Fairy Wife: Discover the enchanting tale of a mortal’s love for a magical being, exploring themes of devotion, sacrifice, and the boundaries of two worlds. 
  ♊ Mythical Origins of the Zodiac: Dive into the celestial stories behind the zodiac signs Gemini and Taurus, unraveling their symbolic connections to Greek gods and ancient myths. 
  🐚 The Greek Mermaids: Learn about the mystical sea creatures, their hauntingly beautiful songs, and their ties to the legendary seas of ancient Greece. 
  🌀 The History of Labyrinths: Unearth the story of the famed labyrinth, from its creation to the epic legend of Theseus and the Minotaur, blending history with timeless myth.🎧 Why You'll Love This AudiobookRich Narration: Transport yourself to another era with captivating storytelling that brings myths and legends to life.Timeless Themes: Explore universal truths of love, courage, and identity embedded in these ancient tales.Cultural Insight: Gain a deeper appreciation for Greek heritage and the mythological stories that continue to influence modern narratives.Perfect for All Ages: Whether you're a seasoned mythology enthusiast or a curious listener, these stories will enchant listeners of any age.🌿 Immerse Yourself in the Magic

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  The Cost of Inclusion - How...

  Blake R. Silver

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  Young people are told that college is a place where they will “find themselves” by engaging with diversity and making friendships that will last a lifetime. This vision of an inclusive, diverse social experience is a fundamental part of the image colleges sell potential students. But what really happens when students arrive on campus and enter this new social world? The Cost of Inclusion delves into this rich moment to explore the ways students seek out a sense of belonging and the sacrifices they make to fit in. 
   
  Blake R. Silver spent a year immersed in student life at a large public university. He trained with the Cardio Club, hung out with the Learning Community, and hosted service events with the Volunteer Collective. Through these day-to-day interactions, he witnessed how students sought belonging and built their social worlds on campus. Over time, Silver realized that these students only achieved inclusion at significant cost. To fit in among new peers, they clung to or were pushed into raced and gendered cultural assumptions about behavior, becoming “the cool guy,” “the nice girl,” “the funny one,” “the leader,” “the intellectual,” or “the mom of the group.” Instead of developing dynamic identities, they crafted and adhered to a cookie-cutter self, one that was rigid and two-dimensional. Silver found that these students were ill-prepared for the challenges of a diverse college campus, and that they had little guidance from their university on how to navigate the trials of social engagement or the pressures to conform. While colleges are focused on increasing the diversity of their enrolled student body, Silver’s findings show that they need to take a hard look at how they are failing to support inclusion once students arrive on campus.

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  999 Inside Death Row in the...

  Arnaud Gaillard

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  On death row, the poorest and most numerous, with no family and no decent lawyer, are sometimes executed before all their appeals have been exhausted. Their fate consigned to modest prison cemeteries. In Texas, the number engraved on the cement stone begins with 999.
  Out of 50 American states, 34 still have the death penalty. Why and how? The author's investigation took him to California, Utah, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Mississippi and Pennsylvania. A human immersion into the heart of American society and its judicial system, through encounters with death row inmates, lawyers and victims' families.
  This fascinating book finely deconstructs the American myth of fair and infallible justice—from the deplorable conditions of confinement to daily abuse, from random legal recourse to political and judicial manipulation. More than just a sentence, the death penalty appears to be torture with many faces. And in an America on the move, there are signs that abolition is on the way. 
  999, is the fruit of a fact-finding mission carried out by the French association, Ensemble contre la peine de mort (ECPM), with financial support from the European Union.

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  Anchor's Long Chain The...

  Yves Bonnefoy

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  An experiment with the sonnet form by one of the foremost French poets of his generation.
  
  Yves Bonnefoy has wowed the literary world for decades with his diffuse volumes. First published in France in 2008, The Anchor's Long Chain is an indispensable addition to his oeuvre. Enriching Bonnefoy's earlier work, the volume, translated by Beverley Bie Brahic, also innovates, including an unprecedented sequence of nineteen sonnets. These sonnets combine the strictness of the form with the freedom to vary line length and create evocative fragments. Compressed, emotionally powerful, and allusive, the poems are also autobiographical-but only in glimpses. Throughout, Bonnefoy conjures up life's eternal questions with each new poem.
  
  Longer, discursive pieces, including the title poem's meditation on a prehistoric stone circle and a legend about a ship, are also part of this volume, as are a number of poetic prose pieces in which Bonnefoy, like several of his great French predecessors, excels. Long-time fans will find much to praise here, while newer listeners will quickly find themselves under the spell of Bonnefoy's powerful, discursive poetry.

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  The Law

  Frédéric Bastiat

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  "The Law" by Frédéric Bastiat is a seminal work in political philosophy and economics, offering a robust defense of individual liberty and property rights against the encroachments of government. Written in 1850, Bastiat's concise yet profound treatise critiques the use of law as an instrument of coercion and redistribution, arguing instead that its proper role is the protection of individual freedoms. Through eloquent and accessible prose, Bastiat expounds on the dangers of socialism and economic interventionism, advocating for a system where the law serves only to uphold justice, ensure public order, and protect rights. His work remains a cornerstone of libertarian thought, celebrated for its lucid analysis of the principles underpinning a free society and its prescient warnings against the overreach of governmental power.

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