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  How to Be Kind

  Olivia Werner

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  [How to Be Kind] delves into the intricate nature of compassion through a richly layered exploration of human connection. With the precision of a poet and the insight of a philosopher, this guide illuminates the subtle art of kindness in all its forms—from the gentle power of listening to the profound impact of small, everyday gestures. Unlike conventional self-help books, it weaves together psychological understanding with literary sensitivity, examining how tiny moments of consideration can reshape our relationships, our communities, and ultimately, ourselves. Through chapters that read like intimate conversations, the book unravels the complexities of empathy, vulnerability, and patience, offering a nuanced perspective on what it truly means to navigate the world with an open heart.

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  Captain John Franklin and Sir...

  Editors Charles River

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  After the discovery of the Americas, several European countries were interested in finding the route, and nations from France to Spain sent out explorers searching for the mysterious route. While these voyages did not reveal the hoped for route, they did result in large parts of both North and South America being mapped, and as more of the new land mass was determined, the parameters of the search for such a route were narrowed. By the 18th century, explorers began to seek such a route to the north, looking for the legendary Northwest Passage.  
  	Eventually, some countries lost interest, but England remained determined, and the masters of the waves continued to send ship after ship and crew after crew across the Atlantic. By the early 19th century, the search was taking expeditions to the Arctic, and each time a team returned to England telling stories of how it was stymied by ice or bad weather, another team confidently went out, certain that it would be the one to make it through.  
  	This ultimately led to the voyage of Captain John Franklin, who left Britain in 1845 for the Arctic in the hopes of completing mapping the Northwest Passage. Instead of returning with spices and silks, Franklin and his men disappeared, leaving behind them a mystery that plagued the English conscience for decades. Ironically, the ill-fated trip only became more legendary when its mystery was solved than it was when it remained a curiosity. It was a tale of ice and cold, starvation and desperation, and a tragically fatal one.  
  	Shackleton’s place in history is not the one he set out to make, but his extraordinary deeds have made his contributions to early exploration of Antarctica indelible. Despite the victor’s wreath eventually going to another, Shackleton’s name is essential to any discussion of Antarctic exploration, based on personal heroism more than logistical triumphs.

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  No Lessons Learned - Vietnam The...

  Alfredo Bonadeo

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  While the book rests on the backbone of the Vietnam experience, it aspires to go beyond the confines of that particular war and lead the reader to question an American foreign policy that has, especially since 2001, been militarily driven. The harm done to American and allied soldiers and to the indigent peoples and societies of the countries the U.S. has so thoughtlessly invaded has secured no advantage to the U.S. or any other country. The author delves into the human physical and psychological cost of war and implicitly makes the case for diplomacy over force, restraint, and modesty over hubris. He establishes the importance of cause to the combatant's ability to fight winningly and to remain psychologically sound in battle and afterward. It is especially relevant today because it connects the human and societal consequences of the decisions made in and around that war with the recent squandered ventures in the Middle East.

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  SAT Success Simplified:...

  Cyrus Larkspur

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  SAT Success Simplified: Transform Your Grammar Skills Effortlessly 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to advance your career and strengthen your expertise by mastering the SAT? 
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  This audiobook serves as your ultimate companion for enhancing your grammar skills, applying your knowledge, and engaging in practical exercises. With this resource, you'll be poised for success. 
  Freshly updated for the 2024-2025 SAT Exam structure. 
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  - In-depth insights about the SAT Certification   
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  Our guide stands out through its thorough coverage, crucial for your exam triumph. Concepts aren't merely brushed over; they're explored in detail with accuracy. 
  Please note that this guide is not affiliated with any official SAT organization and is solely an independent resource designed for your benefit. 
  Crafted with a logical structure and accessible language, our SAT Exam Guide guarantees smooth transitions between topics. Bid farewell to dense terminology and embrace clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
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  The Intuitive Author - How to...

  Tiffany Yates Martin

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  “Tiffany's wise approach is one I wholeheartedly applaud.”—Jane Friedman, author of The Business of Being a Writer 
  “What Tiffany Yates Martin offers in The Intuitive Author is as practical as it is inspirational. Writers: This is a must-add title for your writing desk.”—Amy Jones, editor-in-chief of Writer’s Digest 
  “Filled to the brim with wisdom and tips every author needs to know.”—Amy Collins, literary agent, Talcott Notch 
  Creating a successful writing career in today’s complex, competitive publishing environment is like navigating a jungle with only a fountain pen and a dream. In an ever-changing industry where you’re expected to master both craft and business—juggling your writing with marketing demands, budget constraints, social media, and more—how do you maintain your passion and build a thriving writing career? 
  This is a survival manual for authors. 
  Whether you’re a beginning or established author, this indispensable guide gives you the tools to navigate an often difficult, demanding field and overcome the toughest challenges writers face: 
  ·      How to cope with rejection, criticism, and failure 
  ·      How to deal with impostor syndrome, comparison, and other writer demons 
  ·      How to stay motivated and produce your best work 
  ·      How to balance creativity and commerce How to take charge of your career when so much can feel out of your control 
  With compassion, humor, and insight drawn from decades working with thousands of best-selling, successful working authors, career book editor Tiffany Yates Martin empowers you to navigate the challenges of walking the author’s path, and shows you how to build a meaningful, rewarding, happier writing life.

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  Dangerous Jokes - How Racism and...

  Claire Horisk

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  People often get away with belittling others if they frame their speech as jokes—speech that would be condemned if stated seriously. "It's just a joke," they say. But what is different or special about joking? And if jokes about lawyers and politicians are morally acceptable, then what is wrong with joking about race or gender? Furthermore, if we may joke about a politician's shirts, may we joke about his weight? People who are targeted by demeaning jokes feel their impact but may not be able to pinpoint where the harm lies. 
   
   
   
  Dangerous Jokes develops a novel, well-researched, and compelling argument that lays bare the power of demeaning jokes in ordinary conversations. Claire Horisk draws on her expertise in philosophy of language and on evidence from sociology, law, and cognitive science to explain how the element of humor—so often used as a defense—makes jokes more potent than regular speech in communicating prejudice and reinforcing social hierarchies. She addresses the morality of telling, being amused by, and laughing at, derogatory jokes, and she gives a new account of listening that addresses the morality of listening to demeaning speech. She leaves us with no illusions about whether "it's just a joke" is an excuse for demeaning humor.

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