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  The Downhome Sound - Diversity...

  Mandi Bates Bailey, Guy Davis

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  American roots music, also known as Americana music, can be challenging to categorize, spanning the genres of jazz, bluegrass, country, blues, rock and roll, and an assortment of variations in between. In The Downhome Sound, Mandi Bates Bailey explores the messages, artists, community, and appeal of this seemingly disparate musical collective. To understand the art form's intended meanings and typical audiences, she analyzes lyrics and interviews Americana artists, journalists, and festival organizers to uncover a desire for inclusion and diversity. Bailey also conducts an experiment to assess listener reception relative to more commercial forms of music. The result is an in-depth study of the political and cultural influence of Americana and its implications for social justice.

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  How to Hack Humans -...

  Seth Erickson

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  “The brain is a computer. Stories are the programs—storytelling is how you write the code. If you want to hack humans, you need to understand how to write in the language best suited for the human-computer.” 
  No, you’re not holding the latest collection of recipes for cannibals. How to Hack Humans is the business book you didn’t know you needed, a unicorn in a world of publishing that is too often dry and emotionless. 
  Are you looking to get investment for your Startup? Have an idea you know is going to sell? It can be a daunting prospect in an industry with a 90% failure rate, so how do you stand out from the crowd? Start by picking up a copy of How to Hack Humans, reading it, and realizing, hey, this Seth Erickson guy might be on to something. 
  Learn how to use the ancient and organic art of storytelling to tap into the human brain and connect with others more efficiently. Discover how you can use the effect a story has on the brain to your advantage. Make yourself and your product memorable by using patterns. Brains love repetition! Seth guides readers on a journey through the neuroscience behind storytelling, how to use it to make yourself clear in a world full of noise, how to work around bias, how to craft an impactful story, and much more. 
  Seth has written a business book for the entertainment generation. Can you educate yourself AND chuckle as you turn page after page? How to Hack Humans proves you can. 
  “What you’re about to read is the neuroscience paper we all want to understand but don’t have the time or patience to read presented by your quick-witted and charming college roommate who “really needs you to understand” the mind-blowing lessons he just learned in his advanced 404 class in college, with just enough actionable marketing prompts to get your head spinning. “ 
  - Pia Silva, Author of "Badass Your Brand"

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  Gurdas Nangal de Shaheed

  Giani Tarlok Singh

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  Gurdas Nangal De Shaheed by Giani Tarlok Singh vividly recounts the heroic sacrifice of Sikh warriors during the siege of Gurdas Nangal. The book presents a harrowing and detailed narrative of bravery, oppression, and martyrdom under Mughal rule, highlighting the cruelty faced by innocents and the unshakable courage of the Sikh community. Through gripping storytelling, it brings to life the struggles, valor, and unwavering faith of those who stood against tyranny. This work serves as both a historical record and a tribute to Sikh heroism and resilience.

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  Medieval Education - The Rise of...

  Harris Ropes

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  During the early medieval period, education in Europe was primarily shaped by the influence of the Church. With the decline of the Western Roman Empire, formal education systems deteriorated, leaving monasteries and cathedral schools as the main centers of learning. These institutions preserved classical knowledge and played a crucial role in the intellectual revival of the Middle Ages. Monastic and cathedral schools provided education for clergy members and, over time, expanded their reach to include nobles and, in some cases, commoners. 
  Monastic schools were among the earliest centers of learning, with monks serving as teachers and scribes. These schools focused on religious instruction, teaching Latin, biblical texts, and theological commentaries. The goal was to prepare future clergy members for service in the Church. Monastic scriptoria were responsible for copying and preserving important texts, ensuring the transmission of classical and Christian knowledge. While most students in monastic schools were destined for religious life, some noble families sent their sons for education in literacy and administration, as the Church held significant political influence. 
  Cathedral schools emerged as a response to the growing demand for education beyond monastic settings. They were often attached to large churches or bishoprics and provided instruction to a wider audience, including future clergymen, royal officials, and scholars. These schools offered a more structured curriculum, covering subjects such as grammar, rhetoric, and logic, which formed the foundation of medieval education. Over time, cathedral schools developed into important intellectual hubs, attracting students from various regions. The presence of prominent teachers and scholars helped establish certain cathedral schools as precursors to medieval universities.

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  Planepack

  Slobodanka Graham

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  I fly and travel with carry-on luggage only. That's 7 kgs. And yes, you can do it too!At Planepack, discover the art of light travel: skip the queues; hop in and out of trains, boats and planes. Lose your addiction to heavy cases and you too will be a liberated light traveler.I write and review light travel essentials, packing guides, travel tips - and how to travel with style and ease.Planepack is perfect for anyone wanting to enjoy their travel experience - and not be burdened with luggage. I hope this book inspires you too to travel light.

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  A Rare Recording of Frank Lloyd...

  Frank Lloyd Wright

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  Frank Lloyd Wright (June 8, 1867 to April 9, 1959), born in Richland Center, Wisconsin, was an American architect, designer, writer, and educator. He designed more than 1,000 structures over a creative period of 70 years. Wright played a key role in the architectural movements of the twentieth century, influencing architects worldwide through his works and mentoring hundreds of apprentices in his Taliesin Fellowship. Wright believed in designing in harmony with humanity and the environment, a philosophy he called organic architecture. This philosophy was exemplified in Fallingwater (1935), which has been called "the best all-time work of American architecture." The following audio clips are from the late 1950s.

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