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  Unruly Figures - Twenty Tales of...

  Valorie Castellanos Clark

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  Unruly Figures gives you access to the lives and often untold stories of twenty of history's most fascinating individuals. Of all the rebels and revolutionaries who have acted around the world, these are often overlooked. Whether they are a bit familiar or entirely new to you, each of these historical figures provides a vivid example of what it means to live life on one's own terms and have a lasting influence on society. 
   
   
   
  In the first collection of its kind, spotlighting a young historian's fresh view on unheralded rebels, these characters' true stories are brought to life through enthralling narratives of their feats. Even those whose names are recognizable—like Jonas Salk—have moments of rebellion that are largely left out of their histories. 
   
   
   
  Dive into this collection of hidden history tales—those of scientists, artists, revolutionaries, activists, heirs to thrones, and so many more—and you are guaranteed to be inspired by how they lived on their own unconventional terms.

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  The History of the Peloponnesian...

  Thucydides

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  The History of the Peloponnesian War is a historical account of the Peloponnesian War (431–404 BC), which was fought between the Peloponnesian League (led by Sparta) and the Delian League (led by Athens). It was written by Thucydides, an Athenian historian who also served as an Athenian general during the war. His account of the conflict is widely considered to be a classic and regarded as one of the earliest scholarly works of history. The History is divided into eight books. 
  Analyses of the History generally occur in one of two camps. On the one hand, some scholars such as J. B. Bury view the work as an objective and scientific piece of history. The judgment of Bury reflects this traditional interpretation of the History as "severe in its detachment, written from a purely intellectual point of view, unencumbered with platitudes and moral judgments, cold and critical." 
  On the other hand, in keeping with more recent interpretations that are associated with reader-response criticism, the History can be read as a piece of literature rather than an objective record of the historical events. This view is embodied in the words of W. R. Connor, who describes Thucydides as "an artist who responds to, selects and skillfully arranges his material, and develops its symbolic and emotional potential.

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  Taming Your Amygdala -...

  PhD Catherine M. Pittman

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  A chronic sense of unease. Nagging what-ifs. Worry about what other people think. Paralyzing phobias. Full-blown panic attacks. 
   
   
   
  Anxiety shows up in a lot of different ways and can permeate every aspect of your life. The good news is that although it can feel confusing and overwhelming—as if things will never get better—it is possible to retrain your brain and put yourself back in the driver's seat. 
   
   
   
  In Taming Your Amygdala, clinical psychologist Dr. Catherine Pittman offers scientific insight, clear explanations, and simple brain-based strategies to help you overcome excessive worry, anxiety, and fear. Based on the principles of neuroscience and cognitive behavioral therapy, the tools in this workbook will teach you the "language of the amygdala" so you can: 
   
   
   
  ● Understand how and why your brain gets "hijacked" by anxiety and fear 
   
   
   
  ● Identify and cope with anxiety triggers and stuck points 
   
   
   
  ● Develop new, adaptive coping skills to prevent and reduce anxious thoughts and feelings 
   
   
   
  ● Live your life to the fullest, breaking free of the limits of chronic anxiety, paralyzing worry, or debilitating panic

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  The Mediatization of the OJ...

  Tatjana Neubauer

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  F. Scott Fitzgerald once said: »Show me a hero, and I'll write you a tragedy.« In the 1990s, nobody fell deeper than O.J. Simpson. Once considered a national treasure, the athlete was accused of brutally slaying his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her friend Ronald Goldman on June 12, 1994. Within days, the media and public developed an unprecedented obsession with the story, turning a murder investigation and trial into a sensationalized reality show. Tatjana Neubauer examines the mediatization, deliberate manipulation, and the simplification of popular criminal trials for profit on television. She demonstrates that TV conflated legal proceedings into entertainment programming by commodifying events, people, and places.

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  War Is Not Just for Heroes -...

  USMC (Ret.) Colonel Keith Oliver

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  Firsthand accounts of war in the Pacific theater from an intrepid reporter of World War II combat 
   
   
   
  War Is Not Just for Heroes rescues the incredible true stories of United States Marine Corps. Written by one marine, Claude R. "Red" Canup, a combat correspondent in the Pacific during World War II, these dispatches and private letters provide insight into the grind of war and ordinary men and women who carried out their duty. Thoughtfully edited and contextualized by a preface and prologue by his daughter, Linda M. Canup Keaton-Lima, War Is Not Just for Heroes combines documentary and biography to provide the human dimensions of those in combat and those who reported out.

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  Public Speaking and Presenting...

  Maurice Vinson

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  Public Speaking and Presenting Guide: A Guide on Mastering the Art of Public Speaking. Learn Strategies to Overcoming Stage Fright for Confident PresentationsIn today's world, effective communication is more important than ever. Whether you're giving a presentation at work, delivering a speech at a conference, or simply chatting with friends and colleagues, your ability to convey your ideas and connect with your audience can make all the difference. But for many people, public speaking can be a daunting prospect. Even the most confident and articulate individuals can struggle when faced with a roomful of people staring back at them. That's why we've created this audiobook - to provide you with the tools, techniques, and strategies you need to succeed as a public speaker. This audiobook is designed to help you improve your public speaking and presentation skills, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro.This audiobook will cover the following topics:- The Importance of Public Speaking- Strategies for Overcoming Stage Fright and Nervousness- Tips for Creating a Memorable and Engaging Presentation- How to Connect with and Cater to Your Listeners- Effective Delivery- Storytelling- Visual Aids- Body Language- Voice and Tone- Handling Questions and Objections- Overcoming Common Public Speaking Challenges- And many more!If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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