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  Hard Lying - An Intelligence...

  Lewen Weldon

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  Lewen Weldon was mapping the desert of Egypt when the First World War broke out. A fluent Arabic speaker, he was recruited to run a network of spies and confidential agents from a steam yacht onto the Syrian coast behind Turkish lines. He took his men ashore in small boats at night, which also allowed him to land and conduct personal interviews before returning back through the surf. This vivid tale of adventure becomes eyewitness history as we encounter Armenians escaping the massacres, passionate Arab nationalists, resolute Turkish soldiers and a heroic network of Jewish volunteers. Weldon's modesty and self-deprecating Irish wit, complete with a few prejudices, take us to the vivid heart of his experience. This is a story that simply had to be told.

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  Behind the mask - Silent screams

  Marita Meyer Osa

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  Explore the harrowing depths of my story 'Behind the mask - Silent screams,' a raw and emotional account of overcoming the shadows of child abuse. This peels back the layers of pain hidden behind the masks we wear, revealing the indelible impact of childhood trauma. It provides essential understanding and compassion, serving as a crucial resource for those seeking to mend the emotional scars from their past.

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  Slavery By Consent Interviews &...

  Geoffrey Giuliano

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  "There is only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that's your own self.""One of the great attractions of patriotism - it fulfills our worst wishes.""The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into old age, which means never losing your enthusiasm." Aldous HuxleyAldous Huxley was an English writer and philosopher. He wrote nearly fifty books, both novels and non-fiction works—as well as wide-ranging essays, narratives, and poems.Born into the prominent Huxley family, he graduated from Oxford, with an undergraduate degree in English literature. Early in his career, he published short stories and poetry and edited the literary magazine Oxford Poetry, before going on to publish travel writing, satire, and screenplays. Huxley spent the latter part of his life in the United States, living in Los Angeles from 1937 until his death. By the end of his life, Huxley was widely acknowledged as one of the foremost intellectuals of his time. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature nine times and was elected Companion of Literature by the Royal Society of Literature in 1962.Includes a rare treasury of ultra-rare previously unheard conversations with the esteemed intellectual.©2022 Eden Garret Giuliano (P) 2022 Eden Garret GiulianoGeoffrey Giuliano is the author of over thirty internationally bestselling biographies, including the London Sunday Times bestseller 'Blackbird: The Life and Times of Paul McCartney' and 'Dark Horse: The Private Life of George Harrison'. He can be heard on the Westwood One Radio Network and has written and produced over seven hundred original spoken word albums and documentaries on various aspects of popular culture.

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  Deborah and the War of the Tanks...

  John A. Taylor

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  Deborah is a British First World War tank that rose from the grave after taking part in one of the most momentous battles in history. In November 1917, she played a leading role in the first successful massed tank attack at Cambrai. Eighty years later, in a remarkable feat of archaeology, the tank's buried remains were rediscovered and excavated, and are now preserved as a memorial to the battle and to the men who fought in it. John Taylor's book tells the tale of the tank and her crew and tracks down their descendants to uncover a human story every bit as compelling as the military one.

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  21st-Century Virtues - How They...

  Lucinda Holdforth

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  Authenticity. Vulnerability. Humility. Transparency. These are some of the 21st-century virtues proselytised by mindset gurus, paraded (if not practised) by big corporations, and lauded by professionals on LinkedIn. The quest for authenticity, for example, is central to progressive campaigns for greater diversity and inclusion, while our political and business leaders are highest praised if they appear to be humble. But are Australia’s newest virtues fit for purpose?In this provocative book, Lucinda Holdforth questions the new orthodoxy. She suggests that these virtues are not only unhelpfully subjective and self-referential but also, in the absence of broader civic values, fail to serve our democracy. This matters when experience around the world, especially in the United States, shows us that no democracy is guaranteed.Holdforth reminds us that arguments for transparency and authenticity are routinely used by totalitarian regimes to justify ultra-nationalism, artistic censorship and population surveillance. Vulnerability may be a facet of the human condition but that is surely no reason to make it an aspiration. Well-meaning people may talk about the power of ‘my’ truth, but if pushed too far this risks a dissolution of agreed facts and shared reality, breaking down the decision-making processes essential to effective democracy.If we agree that Australia needs confident, rational, optimistic and outward-looking citizens to shape our future, then Holdforth challenges us to reconsider the contemporary virtues shaping our society.

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  Active Focus for Kids -...

  Morgan Bravo

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  Are you tired of watching your child struggle with a lack of focus and attention? Do you wish you had the tools to help them develop the concentration skills they need to succeed in school and in life? Look no further than "Active Focus for Kids". 
  This book is the ultimate resource for parents who want to help their children improve their concentration skills. Inside, you'll find expert advice on how to communicate mindfully with your child, helping them stay focused and engaged in conversations. With the included Conversation Starters, you'll be able to initiate meaningful discussions about focus and concentration with ease. 
  But that's not all! This guide also includes a variety of fun and engaging activities that you and your child can do together at home to improve their concentration skills. From mindful breathing exercises to focus-building games, these activities are designed to help your child stay engaged and focused, while also fostering a deeper connection between you and your child. 
  So why wait? If you're ready to help your child develop the concentration skills they need to succeed, "Active Focus for Kids" is the book for you!

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