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  Takka Takka Bom Bom - An...

  Al J. Venter

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  The world’s oldest still-active war correspondent shares the real stories behind half a century of headlines from the front lines.
  
  The world’s oldest still-active war correspondent, Al J. Venter, has reported from the front lines for well over half a century, witnessing the horrors humanity visits upon itself in twenty-five conflict zones across Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia.
  
  In this memoir, Venter masterfully recounts his experiences, sharing the real stories behind the headlines and the sharp lessons he learned that enabled him to survive his countless exploits, ranging from exposing a major KGB operative in Rhodesia entirely by accident, and accompanying an Israeli force led by Ariel Sharon into Beirut, to gun-running into the United States.

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  Guided Meditation: The Snow Maiden

  Niina Niskanen

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  Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of The Snow Maiden, a timeless fairytale from Slavic folklore brought to life through a serene guided meditation. This audiobook offers a magical journey into a winter wonderland, blending the beauty of ancient storytelling with the calm of meditative practices. Experience the tale of the Snow Maiden—a mystical being born of snow and moonlight—woven with soothing narration and relaxing soundscapes. Ideal for meditation, relaxation, or as a bedtime story for listeners of all ages. 
  Key Features:Narrative Experience: Engage with a classic Slavic fairytale told with a peaceful, rhythmic voice that aids in relaxation.Guided Meditation Elements: Gentle prompts and calming suggestions are embedded within the storytelling, enhancing mindfulness and tranquility.Authentic Soundscapes: Background sounds inspired by the winter forests of Eastern Europe, including the rustle of snow and the soft whisper of the wind, creating an immersive atmosphere.Family-Friendly Content: Perfect for listeners of all ages, making it an excellent choice for family listening or a soothing bedtime routine. 
  Why You Should Listen: This audiobook is not just a story; it’s an experience. Whether you’re looking to unwind, reduce stress, or introduce a new fairytale into your meditation practice, The Snow Maiden offers a unique blend of storytelling and relaxation. Perfect for anyone who loves folklore, guided meditations, or simply needs a moment of peace.

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  The Cycling City - Bicycles and...

  Evan Friss

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  Cycling has experienced a renaissance in the United States, as cities around the country promote the bicycle as an alternative means of transportation. In the process, debates about the nature of bicycles—where they belong, how they should be ridden, how cities should or should not accommodate them—have played out in the media, on city streets, and in city halls. Very few people recognize, however, that these questions are more than a century old. 
   
  The Cycling City is a sharp history of the bicycle’s rise and fall in the late nineteenth century. In the 1890s, American cities were home to more cyclists, more cycling infrastructure, more bicycle friendly legislation, and a richer cycling culture than anywhere else in the world. Evan Friss unearths the hidden history of the cycling city, demonstrating that diverse groups of cyclists managed to remap cities with new roads, paths, and laws, challenge social conventions, and even dream up a new urban ideal inspired by the bicycle. When cities were chaotic and filthy, bicycle advocates imagined an improved landscape in which pollution was negligible, transportation was silent and rapid, leisure spaces were democratic, and the divisions between city and country were blurred. Friss argues that when the utopian vision of a cycling city faded by the turn of the century, its death paved the way for today’s car-centric cities—and ended the prospect of a true American cycling city ever being built.

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  Time Cops - and Other Tales from...

  Andrew J Heller

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  Have you ever wondered if the police employ time machines in their investigations? Do you know why you should never rent a car from Chompy? Have you heard about the pancakes and syrup defense to robbery? The answers to these questions and more can be found in Time Cops and Other Tales from the Criminal Justice Factory, the memoirs of the author’s 30-year career in criminal law. You will find the stories humorous, sad, provocative, or surprising, but they are all entertaining. So come inside the courtroom, take a seat at the counsel table, see the lawyers, judges, cops, and defendants in their natural habitat, Philadelphia’s Criminal Justice Factory, and let your expert guide, Andrew J. Heller, counsel for the defense explain how the legal system works...and how it doesn't.

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  The Dawn of Day

  Friedrich Nietzsche

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  "The Dawn of Day" (also translated as "Daybreak: Thoughts on the Prejudices of Morality") is a philosophical work by Friedrich Nietzsche, published in 1881. In this book, Nietzsche explores various themes related to morality, culture, religion, and human psychology. He critiques traditional moral values and advocates for a reevaluation of societal norms and beliefs. Nietzsche's writing style in "The Dawn of Day" is characterized by aphoristic statements and provocative insights.

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  Capturing News Capturing...

  Mel Bunce, Kate Wright, Martin...

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  The Voice of America (VOA) is the oldest and largest US government-funded international media organization. In 2020, Donald Trump nominated Michael Pack, a right-wing documentarian and close friend of Steve Bannon, to lead the US Agency for Global Media—the independent federal agency overseeing US-funded international media. During Pack's seven month tenure, more than thirty whistleblowers filed complaints against him, and a judge ruled that he had infringed journalists' constitutional right to freedom of speech. 
   
   
   
  How did such a major international public service media network become intensely politicized by government allies in such a short time, despite having its editorial independence protected by law? 
   
   
   
  Capturing News, Capturing Democracy puts these events in historical and international context—and develops a new analytical framework for understanding government capture and its connection to broader processes of democratic backsliding. Drawing from in-depth interviews with network managers and journalists, and analysis of private correspondence and internal documents, Kate Wright, Martin Scott, and Mel Bunce analyze how political appointees, White House officials, and right-wing media influenced VOA—changing its reporting of the Black Lives Matter movement, and the 2020 presidential election.

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