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  Greatest Indigenous Empires in...

  Editors Charles River

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  The Olmec people are widely recognized as the first major civilization of Mexico and are thus generally regarded as the mother civilization of Mesoamerica, making them the people from which all subsequent Mesoamerican cultures derived. In fact, the term Olmec is thought to have originated with the Aztec people, as Olmec in their Nahuatl language means “the rubber people”, a reference to the inhabitants of the land from which they accessed rubber. By and large, the Olmec culture is perhaps best identifiable by their so-called colossal heads, mammoth basalt head-statues wearing helmet-like headdresses found throughout Olmec habitation sites. 
  	From the moment Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes first found and confronted them, the Aztecs have fascinated the world, and they continue to hold a unique place both culturally and in pop culture. Nearly 500 years after the Spanish conquered their mighty empire, the Aztecs are often remembered today for their major capital, Tenochtitlan, as well as being fierce conquerors of the Valley of Mexico who often engaged in human sacrifice rituals. Ironically, and unlike the Mayans, the Aztecs are not widely viewed or remembered with nuance, in part because their own leader burned extant Aztec writings and rewrote a mythologized history explaining his empire’s dominance less than a century before the Spanish arrived.  
  	While scholars continue to debate whether the Toltec were an actual historical group, there is an added layer of mystery to the fact that the settlement at Tula has a lot in common with the famous Mayan settlement at Chichén Itzá. The architecture and art at both sites are so similar that archaeologists and anthropologists have assumed they had the same cultural influences, even as historians struggle to determine the historical timelines, and thus whether Tula influenced Chichén Itzá or vice versa. 

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  Lift for Principals - Growing...

  Walter Peddy

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  “A common-sense approach to combining the right amount of love and accountability to lift people and organizations to new heights.” —Jon Gordon, eleven-time bestselling author of The Power of Positive Leadership and The Energy Bus What does it take to impact change? What tools and techniques can principals employ to maximize student achievement? Walter Peddy’s Lift for Principals is a guide that supports educational leaders in the mission to impact the world student by student, teacher by teacher. Through its parable story of Colby, principal of a struggling school, whose personal origins were supported through his grandfather who raised him, Lift offers insight and inspiration to those in the educational field. Colby’s lessons teach him how to care, coach others, and have courage through difficult moments. Applying the parable of Colby to leadership principles, Peddy offers an in-depth guide to leadership methods, and equips readers with the tools, techniques, and decision-making strategies needed to lift their organization and personal leadership skills from good to great.“When Dr. Peddy talks about ‘lifting’ he is talking about caring, coaching, and having the courage necessary to help people be the best they can be. Anybody that has a team needs to read this book and learn how to ‘lift’ using the 3Cs!” —Damon West, keynote speaker and bestselling author of The Coffee Bean

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  Manhattan Rock Party

  Savannah Wylde

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  Welcome to the wildest rock party in Manhattan, where anything can happen. 
  As Jennifer Davis prepares to bid adieu to her college days, her parents are no-shows, leaving her feeling abandoned. Luckily, her former roommate Susan comes to the rescue with an invitation to a steamy party in the city that never sleeps. 
  Little does Jennifer know she's about to enter a world of seduction and temptation. Now a secretary at a record label, Susan has her eyes on the newest British rock sensation, Ziggy Falcon. When he arrives in New York for a promotional tour, there is a party with no boundaries. 
  As Jennifer's lesbian girlfriend shows a new side to her sexual acts, Jennifer struggles with her own lusts and longings. But as the night unfolds, Jennifer quickly realizes that this rock party is like nothing she's ever experienced. With twists and turns at every corner, will she be able to resist the temptations that lie ahead? 
  Join Jennifer on a wild ride in 'Manhattan Rock Party' by Savannah Wylde, and get ready to let loose and surrender to the seduction of The Big Apple. 
  The SEX in the city series contain stories based in the corporate world with sexually explicit content.  
  For adults only.

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  Craving Spring - A mother's...

  Ann Batchelder

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  ANN IS CONVINCED SHE IS A GOOD MOTHER until her teenage daughter admits to suicidal thoughts. In a desperate attempt to rescue her child, she gathers wisdom from therapy, the 12 Steps, and Buddhist teachings, yet she finds her greatest solace from an unlikely source: the Greek myth of Demeter and Persephone. 
  Connecting this ancient story to her experience as a traumatized mother, Ann is vindicated in her desire to save her child but also learns the secret to returning to herself. A memoir about honesty, compassion, and trust, Craving Spring explores the pain and beauty of mother-daughter bonds and celebrates the universal desire for renewal. 
  “A masterful storyteller, Ann Batchelder takes us deep into the heart of a mother’s love while demonstrating the power of myth to illuminate a path toward healing. Craving Spring is a gift to anyone trying to navigate the complexities of the mother-daughter relationship.” —ANITA JOHNSTON, Ph.D., psychologist and author of Eating in the Light of the Moon 
  "...circles around the question of what it is to be a parent... Incredibly moving." --NICK FLYNN, award-winning author of Another Bullshit Night in Suck City 
  "Rich, layered, and insightful. An impressive work both of writing and spiritual reflection." --KEVIN GRIFFIN, author of One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and the Twelve Steps  
  "Batchelder's compelling story is an irresistible page-turner. This is memoir writing at its best." --LAURA CATHCART ROBBINS, podcast host and author of Stash  
  "...extraordinary with relevance and profound teachings. Craving Spring is a story of triumph. I highly recommend it.”--TOMMY ROSEN, founder of Recovery 2.0 
  "Exquisitely written...I will be suggesting Craving Spring for many years to come." --HANNAH SWARD, author of Strip: A Memoir

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  Flying to Extremes

  Dominique Prinet

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  Recalling some of the most memorable escapades ever conducted in the Canadian Arctic with bush planes, Flying to Extremes takes place in the late ’60s and early ’70s from a base at Yellowknife, in the heart of the Northwest Territories.Beyond recounting so many near-mishaps, this book is also about colourful people: the trappers, prospectors, miners, adventurers and gold-ingot thieves who constituted the fauna at the main bar in Yellowknife in those days. For Arctic dreamers, there was always the flight to the Nahanni River, with its Deadman’s Valley, hot springs, tales of lost or dead prospectors, the many airplanes crashed in pursuit of gold, and much more Nahanni lore.This entertaining book recollects Prinet’s adventures as a young man while capturing the humour, beauty, danger and unique culture of northern communities, in the dramatic landscape of the Canadian Arctic. Readers familiar with the region and those who can only dream of visiting it will both find this title a nostalgic and captivating read.

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  Internet Governance - Policies...

  Craig Dames

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  Internet governance refers to the development and application of rules, policies, and practices that shape the evolution and use of the internet. It involves multiple stakeholders, including governments, private sector entities, civil society organizations, and technical communities. As the internet has grown from an academic experiment to a global infrastructure, the need for effective governance has become increasingly crucial. The way the internet is managed impacts digital rights, economic development, and global security, making governance a central issue in today’s interconnected world. 
  The origins of internet governance can be traced back to the early days of the internet, when management was primarily handled by academic and research institutions. Over time, as commercial interests and governmental involvement increased, governance structures evolved to accommodate new challenges. Organizations like the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) and the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) were established to facilitate discussions on technical coordination, policy-making, and regulation. The involvement of international bodies such as the United Nations further highlights the growing importance of internet governance in global affairs. 
  A fundamental aspect of internet governance is the balance between different stakeholder interests. Governments seek to regulate the internet to ensure national security, protect citizens' rights, and maintain economic stability. Meanwhile, private companies advocate for minimal regulation to encourage innovation and market growth. Civil society organizations focus on issues such as privacy, digital rights, and access to information. This multistakeholder model aims to create a collaborative and inclusive approach to governance, but it also presents challenges in reaching consensus on key issues.

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