Publisher: Imagination Books
China Beauty Through Watercolors A wonderful collection of watercolor paintings of this beautiful country, showcasing the sublime and amazing sites through the beauty of the brush stroke...Get it now!
When it comes to tech, the mainstream headlines are bleak: Algorithms control and oppress. AI will destroy democracy and our social fabric, and possibly even drive us to extinction. While legitimate concerns drive these fears, we need to equally account for the fact that tech affords young people something incredibly valuable—a rare space for self-actualization. In From Pessimism to Promise, award-winning author Payal Arora explains that, outside the West, where most of the world's youth reside, there is a significant different outlook on tech: in fact, there is a contagion of optimism toward all things digital. These users, especially those in marginalized contexts, are full of hope for new tech. Drawing on field insights in diverse global contexts such as Brazil, India, and Bangladesh, Arora describes what drives Gen Z to embrace new technologies. From Pessimism to Promise discusses the shift to relationally-driven approaches to design; how to create "algorithms of aspiration"; how to reimagine the digital space for sex, pleasure, and care; and, what we can learn from feminist digital activists and women's collectives in the Global South on shared digital provenance and value, as well as indigenous approaches to sustainability, that challenges sacred ideas on degrowth, circular economy, and the doughnut economy.Show book
The Ghana Empire, also known as Wagadou, emerged as one of the earliest and most influential states in West Africa. Situated in the Sahel region, between the Senegal and Niger rivers, it thrived in an environment that was both challenging and advantageous for settlement and expansion. The Soninke people, who founded the empire, played a crucial role in establishing a political and economic system that allowed Ghana to dominate the region for centuries. The origins of the Ghana Empire can be traced to the migrations and settlements of the Soninke, a Mande-speaking group, who gradually organized themselves into small communities. These communities initially relied on agriculture, herding, and local trade but soon recognized the value of the trans-Saharan trade routes that passed through their territory. The strategic location of Ghana, near valuable gold deposits and trade routes, allowed it to grow into a powerful state. The Soninke clans, under the leadership of a ruling dynasty, established centralized control, which set the foundation for the empire’s expansion. The political structure of early Ghana was based on a hierarchical system, with the king, known as the Ghana, at the top. The title "Ghana" was both a royal designation and a symbol of authority. The king served as the supreme leader, making key decisions related to governance, trade, and military strategy. His power was reinforced by a council of elders and advisors, often drawn from the nobility and influential families. This system enabled stability and continuity, which contributed to the long-term success of the empire.Show book
Paul Murton has spent half-a lifetime exploring some of the most beautiful islands in the world – the Hebrides. He has travelled the length and breadth of the Scotland's rugged, six-thousand-mile coast line, and sailed to over eighty islands. In this new and updated edition of his acclaimed book, Paul visits each of the Hebridean islands in turn, introducing their myths and legends, history, culture and extraordinary natural beauty. In addition he also meets the people who live there and learns their story. He has met crofters, fishermen, tweed weavers, Gaelic singers, clan chiefs, artists, postmen and bus drivers – people from every walk of life who make the islands tick. This blend of the contemporary and the traditional creates a vivid account of the Hebrides and serves as unique guide to the less well known aspects of life among the islands.Show book
Rain and thunder envelop Beethoven Symphony No. 4 in B Flat Major, Op. 60 Escape the stress and pace of the daily grind and transport your mind to an alternative reality. I. Adagio - Alle II. Adagio III. Allegro vivace IV. Allegro ma non troppoShow book
What stories shaped civilization's understanding of heroism, fate, and the soul? The Epic Poems Anthology brings together the greatest epic poems ever written—monumental works that defined cultures, inspired centuries of art, and laid the foundations of Western literature. From the battlefields of ancient Troy to the depths of the underworld and the heights of heaven, these poems explore courage, honor, destiny, love, and the eternal struggle between humanity and the divine. Featuring masterpieces such as The Iliad, The Odyssey, The Aeneid, and The Divine Comedy, this collection traces humanity's earliest and most powerful storytelling traditions. These epics blend myth, history, philosophy, and poetry into narratives of unforgettable scale and emotional depth. Grand, symbolic, and profoundly human, these works continue to shape literature, philosophy, and imagination across the world. Inside this eBook, you'll explore: The most influential epic poems in literary history Legendary heroes, gods, journeys, and moral trials Foundations of classical mythology and Western thought A cornerstone anthology of world literature Read for study, reflection, or pure awe—The Epic Poems Anthology offers stories that have endured for thousands of years because they still speak to who we are. Begin the journey that shaped the world. Buy now and experience the greatest epics ever written.Show book
Thank you for your interest in checking out this drum book on how to play the drums. This drum book is for anyone that loves music and thinks that playing the drums looks fun. Well, I can tell you from experience that it really is!! We will be learning drum beats that you can play along to some of your favorite rock and pop songs.Included are videos that demonstrate the lessons and printable sheet music.Through my experience of being a drummer for over three decades and being a drum instructor, I have distilled what I think you will need to know to start playing the drum set into four main categories: - Drumming Foundation- Drum Beats- Sticking Patterns- Drummer InspirationNow if learning to play the drums is like a big chocolate cake, some drum books may make the mistake of trying to feed you the whole cake in one sitting. You will end up over fed and miserable. This drum book, on the other hand, is like is the perfect slice of chocolate cake that will keep you wanting to come back for more.This drum book is designed specifically for beginners. We will have fun going through it in an easy to understand way. After the short amount of time it will take you to go through the drum lessons, you will know how to play drum beats on the drum set. You will be able to play along to some of your favorite songs and start to play in a band. And you will learn basic sticking patterns to practice so you can continue to get better at playing the drums. After completing this drum book, you will have a strong rhythmic foundation that you can build upon and use to take your drumming to whatever level you wish to. Full of eye-opening information and great resources on drumming, this book will help new drummers build confidence on the drum set. The greatest aspect of playing drums is creating and sharing music with others and having a great time doing it. So let’s get started in the fun, rewarding, and exciting world of drumming!!Show book
