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  Improvised Explosive Device

  Arji Manuelpillai

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  Improvised Explosive Device is a startlingly innovative exploration of extremism, hate crime and violence by poet Arji Manuelpillai. In this powerful and unsettling first collection, Manuelpillai presents a vision of the contemporary haunted by Melville's image of the whale – the terror beneath the surface of the sea. His uncompromising focus on violence is laced with gallows humour and the surreal, framed against the mundane detritus of modern life: two boys playing Mortal Kombat; a field of old trainers; the lonely glare of laptop light; a suspicious looking package in the back seat of a van.
  The poems in Improvised Explosive Device emerged through research and interviews with academics, sociologists, and former members of extremist groups and their families – from the English Defence League and the National Front to ISIS and the Tamil Tigers. These complex, unnerving texts ask a series of important questions. What drives a person to commit a radical act of violence? How is that violence mediated through screens and social media? And how does the British government police marginalised groups? Improvised Explosive Device is a brave, surprising and risk-taking book; it will change the way you look at the world.
  "Refusing glib analysis and easy answers, Improvised Explosive Device is a work of radical empathy, fuelled by honesty and compassion, both for those stirred to violence against minorities, and those who suffer from it." Rishi Dastidar
  "The project of Arji Manuelpillai's Improvised Explosive Device leans into the mighty disciplines of poetry, sociology, and reportage to formulate an arresting debut which contests the ways we're conditioned to internalise notions of terrorism, nationalism and belonging...a bold and startling new work." Anthony Anaxagorou

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  EPICURUS and THE PLEASANT LIFE -...

  Haris Dimitriadis

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  Welcome, seekers of truth! 
  This 619-page book intends to reintroduce pleasure as an innate guide to living a healthy and happy life—a simple yet powerful assertion based on empirical data, which stands up to the strictest scrutiny. 
  Along this journey, we will explore evidence throughout the historical evolution of philosophy up to the time of Epicurus, the ancient Greek philosopher who laid the foundations for a philosophy of nature. More specifically, it's the only philosophy that distinguishes pleasure as the inherent human guide to a healthy and happy life. 
  Author Haris Dimitriadis spent 15 years fervently researching the ancient Greek philosopher's teachings, a journey that he believes radically improved his worldview. In this detailed study, the author proposes that fear of pleasure characterizes contemporary society. Dimitriadis writes with open-hearted enthusiasm for his subject and believes that Epicurean philosophy has the power to change lives. With determination and perseverance, you too will find the happiness to which you are entitled. All the "goods" required for happiness are present in the natural world yet regularly overlooked or unappreciated. 
  This book is a labor of love, a vehicle by which to share my personal experience with you. Despite its technocratic nature, it is undeniably a deposition of my soul, brimming with emotion, pleasure, and pain throughout my quest for joy. I am pleased to present an empirically sound, well-documented philosophy of life that serves as a refreshing alternative to the prevailing idealistic culture. 
  And now, the caveat: happiness is indeed a choice. You are privileged to find it out through the lines of this book.

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  The Aerospace Professor - The...

  Jeffery Battle

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  "We Cannot Rise Above, Until We Begin to Look Above" - Jeffery Battle, The Aerospace Professor 
  Experienced the life of the author Jeffery Battle, also known as The Aerospace Professor: The Man and The Brand. He is also the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Battle Enterprises, LLC and its subsidiary The Aerospace Professor Company. With a small amount of imagination, the sheer continuation of true-life experiences of The Aerospace Professor is similar to what a Tom Hanks character like Forrest Gump might go through. His autobiography and experiences from childhood to maturity, detail an incredible number of adverse circumstances and perceived setbacks while uncovering unlikely success stories despite the gravity of the events individually. 
  Witness the emotional, dynamic, and riveting journey throughout the development of his flagship aerospace advocacy business with philanthropic values. His direct and indirect associations served as sources of strength. Read more about The Aerospace Professor and Taraji P. Henson, Tuskegee Airman General Benjamin O. Davis, Jr., Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, Golden Frinks, The U.S. Air Force, The Haliwa-Saponi Tribe, Brooke Simpson (The Voice), Representative John D. Hall, William Earl “Bootsy” Collins, Oprah Winfrey, John Mellencamp, and Charlie Wilson. Remember to always “Look Above.” 
  The mantra of The Aerospace Professor’s brand is “Look Above” which means that each day, we should continuously strive to perform at least a level higher than we originally intended. Be excited about every day in your life! Seek strength in all that motivates you and work towards not only doing your best, but doing your very best! Challenge yourself by questioning what “Look Above” means for you each day. Be flexible and adapt, seeking to eliminate failure as an option, and remember to always "Look Above". For more information, please visit our company website. 

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  Learn Afrikaans: Must-Know...

  Innovative Language Learning, ...

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  ***Important: This Audiobook comes with 3 bonus Afrikaans “slang” and “curse words” conversation cheat sheets***
   
  
   
  Want to speak Afrikaans like a native, understand daily conversations...
   
  
   
  ...and graduate from “knowing just a few basic textbook phrases”?
   
  
   
  Then this the Audiobook is for you.
   
  
   
  You’re about to learn 100+ Afrikaans slang words and phrases used in daily life. With the “Learn Afrikaans: Must-Know Afrikaans Slang Words & Phrases (Extended Version) by AfrikaansPod101” Audiobook, our teachers explain and break down each word and phrase across 25 lessons!
   
  
   
  And all YOU have to do is listen and repeat.
   
  
   
  What you get with this Audiobook:
   
  • 25+ Audio-based Lessons & Review Tracks
   
  • 158 Minutes (2+ Hours) in Total 
   
  • Includes a 90+ Page eBook
   
  • BONUS! 3 Afrikaans Slang Conversation Cheat Sheets
   
  
   
  Results you can expect:
   
  • Master 100+ New Words & Phrases
   
  • Improve Your Speaking & Listening Skills
   
  • Become a Better Afrikaans Speaker
   
  
   
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  Summary: High Conflict - Why We...

  Brooks Bryant

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  Disclaimer: This is not the official book, but a summary & it does not accompany the official. 
  Navigate the fiery maze of intense disagreements and witness how they escalate into full-blown battles. In 'High Conflict', Amanda Ripley dives deep into the heart of conflicts that get under our skin, presenting a compelling exploration of the human psyche during its most challenging times. From personal disputes to political feuds, conflicts can be both destructive and transformative. 
  Our concise summary unveils the anatomy of these high-stakes clashes, distilling Ripley's intricate analysis into easily digestible insights. Discover not only the root causes of intense conflicts but also the pathways out of them. Ripley doesn't just dwell on the problem; she offers a beacon of hope, showcasing stories of reconciliation, understanding, and change. 
  Dive in to understand the magnetic pull of high conflict and arm yourself with the knowledge to pull away from its grip. Whether you're navigating personal disagreements or societal divides, this summary equips you with the tools to transform hostility into understanding. 
  Take the journey from discord to harmony, and learn how the fiercest battles can lead to the most profound resolutions.

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  Hidden History of Texas Volume 1...

  Hank Wilson

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  The Hidden History of Texas, Volume 1 - 1530 to 1820 
   
  This is the often-untold story of the history of Texas from when the Spanish first set foot into Texas until they relinquished control to Mexico. This is the story of the original inhabitants of the land and their interactions with both the Europeans they encountered and other indigenous people of the time. The events that took place during that time, laid the groundwork for what was to come. The story is filled with heroes and villains and looked at it through the eyes of the people who lived it. 
    
  It is called the Hidden History of Texas, because if you don’t dig, you’d never know about it or these people. It’s not taught in the schools other than a brief mention of some of the more famous Indian tribes. Without these people and their activities, it is doubtful many of us would be here today.

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