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  Urban Planning - Designing the...

  Lyric Vale

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  Cities are living, breathing organisms that reflect humanity's most ambitious dreams and most pressing challenges. More than mere collections of buildings and infrastructure, they are complex ecosystems where social, economic, technological, and environmental dynamics interweave to create the spaces where human life unfolds. This comprehensive exploration—encompassing City Planning, the Evolution of Urban Planning, and Urban Design—offers a deep dive into the art and science of crafting urban environments that are not just functional, but transformative, sustainable, and responsive to the ever-changing needs of human communities. 
  The narrative of urban development is fundamentally a story of human adaptation, innovation, and collective imagination. From ancient civilizations' first planned settlements to today's smart, technologically integrated metropolises, urban planning represents a continuous dialogue between human potential and environmental constraints. By examining the historical trajectories, contemporary challenges, and future possibilities of urban design, this book illuminates the intricate processes that shape our collective living spaces. Readers will journey through the strategic thinking, technological innovations, social considerations, and visionary approaches that transform abstract concepts into tangible urban landscapes—revealing how thoughtful planning can address critical issues like sustainability, social equity, technological integration, and quality of life in an increasingly urbanized world.

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  Life Belongs to the Loud

  Forrest Lonefight

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  Azul Morgan, a young Native / Indigenous woman is the next rock star to break. Trapped in M-town, Iowa during the "Next Seattle" Midwest Music Scene explosion during the aftermath of 9/11, she takes her guitar named, Mocha, & her composition notebook, The Bastard Chronicle, to write the greatest songs ever & form the perfect band. 
  Through the chaos she finds her tribe outside her native tribal roots in two amazing dudes, Rick, a womanizing drummer/singer, and Jesus, a cross-dressing guitarist. The three find the musical chemistry they've been looking for. Their unique new band are poised to take over the world-at-war. Azul writes about it all in The Bastard Chronicle, in her hilarious voice, as her past, present, & future collide in a coming-of-age story never told before in an era of the music scene when anything was possible. 
  This is author Forrest Lonefight's debut novel.

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  Leading Australian Icons in...

  Jene Roswell

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  Are you interested in knowing all the details on how the most influential Australian musicians have shaped the music industry? 
  Perhaps you are a ‘music buff’ and want more of the inside story on the top Australian musicians? 
  Or, maybe you want to know more about what makes the top 20 Australian musical legends aspire to international stardom and what motivates them to continue to rise above and beyond? 
  Maybe you’re an expert on Australian musicians and still want to know more about their personal lives… 
  Leading Australian Icons in Music teaches everything you could want to know about the top 20 Australian legends that have influenced the music industry since the 1970s. 
  This book covers several different genres of Australian music that have made the most significant impact on the music scene in the past 50 years. 
  The profiles of these talented individuals are explored in greater detail than other books, focusing not only on their sales but also their upbringing and personal experiences. 
  You’ll find that a lot of these musicians have similar values and morals, and these values are what helped them become the musical influences that they are today. 
  If you’re an Australian music fan or historian, or a musician yourself, this book is a fantastic place to learn about each of these legends in great detail. 
  Inside Leading Australian Icons in Music, discover more on AC/DC, INXS, Keith Urban, Molly Meldrum and, much more! 
  Grab a copy of Leading Australian Icons in Music today and take your Australian music knowledge to the next level!

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  The Art of War

  Sun Tzu

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  "Sun Tzu on the Art of War: The Oldest Military Treatise in the World" is a classic military text attributed to the ancient Chinese general and strategist Sun Tzu, written in the 5th century BC. This work is often considered one of the foundational texts in military philosophy and strategy. The book emphasizes the importance of strategy over sheer force in warfare, offering insights into planning, tactical maneuvers, and the psychological aspects of conflict, which are relevant for both military leaders and modern strategists. 
  At the beginning of this treatise, readers are introduced to fundamental concepts that shape Sun Tzu's principles of warfare. The opening section highlights the critical importance of understanding the nature of warfare, emphasizing that it is a matter of life and death for the state. Sun Tzu identifies five constant factors that must be considered in military planning: the moral law, heaven (weather), earth (terrain), the commander, and method and discipline. He advocates for strategic planning and adaptability, arguing that victory depends on effectively understanding and applying these elements in command situations. 
  The text also introduces the famous principle that "All warfare is based on deception," establishing a framework for tactical thought that resonates throughout the subsequent chapters.

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  Classic Rock & Rock Radio...

  Frank Zappa, The Grateful Dead

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  Frank Vincent Zappa (December 21, 1940 - December 4, 1993) was an American composer, singer-songwriter, guitarist, recording engineer, record producer and film director. In a career spanning more than 30 years, Zappa Zappa produced almost all of the more than 60 albums he released with the band, The Mothers of Invention, and as a solo artist. He also directed feature-length films and music videos, and designed album covers. The Grateful Dead was an American rock band formed in 1965 in Palo Alto, California. The founding members were Jerry Garcia (lead guitar, vocals), Bob Weir (rhythm guitar, vocals), Ron "Pigpen" McKernan (keyboards, harmonica, vocals), Phil Lesh (bass, vocals), Bill Kreutzmann (drums) and, later, Mickey Hart (drums).The band was known for its unique and eclectic style, which fused elements of rock, folk, bluegrass, blues, reggae, country, improvisational jazz, psychedelia, and space rock, and for live performances of long musical improvisation. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994. This fascinating audio program includes actual radio commercials from the 1960s for each of the bands.

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  Ripples Across Time

  Santiago Machain

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  Ripples Across Time explores the sweeping changes that shaped Europe from the Middle Ages to the dawn of modernity. Through a series of thematic chapters, the book examines the continent’s demographic shifts, the evolution of social structures, the rise of cities and the middle class, the impact of wars and religion, and the flourishing of art, science, and literature. It delves into the forces that propelled Europe from a patchwork of feudal societies to a global powerhouse, highlighting the interplay between tradition and innovation, conflict and cooperation, and local and global influences. By tracing the ripple effects of key developments, the book offers a nuanced understanding of how Europe’s transformation not only redefined the continent but also set the stage for its expansion and enduring influence on the world.

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