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  Geopolitics

  Introbooks Team

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  It is the conceit of almost every generation to think that it is living in extraordinary times. For my parents' generation, it was the trauma of the Second World War and the miracle of post-war reconstruction. For my older siblings, it was the protest movements of the late 1960s and the triumph of civil rights and women's equality. 
  In the autumn of 1989, it was difficult not to believe that something monumental was occurring on the global landscape. The stirrings in Eastern Europe were not isolated accidents, but seemed part of a larger process - whose trajectory was still uncertain. As graduate students at the University of Oxford plenty had stood witnesses to these historic events, and when the images of East Germans chipping away at the Berlin Wall flashed across the television screen on November 9, everyone jumped aboard a flight to Berlin with some a few of their classmates to witness, first hand, the deconstruction of an empire.

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  Identity Theory - Revised and...

  Peter J. Burke, Jan E. Stets

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  The concept of identity has become widespread within the social and behavioral sciences, cutting across disciplines from psychiatry and psychology to political science and sociology. Introduced more than fifty years ago, identity theory is a social psychological theory that attempts to understand person's identities, their sources in interaction and society, their processes of operation, and their consequences for interaction and society from a sociological perspective. In this fully updated second edition of Identity Theory, Peter J. Burke and Jan E. Stets expand and refine their discussion of identity theory. Each chapter has been significantly revised and chapters have been added to address new theoretical developments and empirical research in the field. They cover identity characteristics, the processes and outcomes of identity verification, and the operation of identities to detail in particular the role of emotional, behavioral, and cognitive processes. In addition, they explore the multiple identities individuals hold from their multiple positions in society and organizations as well as the multiple identities activated by many people interacting in groups and organizations. Written in an accessible style, this revised edition of Identity Theory continues to make the full range of this powerful theory understandable to listeners at all levels.

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  Metamorphosis - 16 Catalysts for...

  Dan Desmarques

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  In this groundbreaking book, Metamorphosis: 16 Catalysts for Unconventional Growth and Transformation, explore the transformative power of mastering chaos and embracing change. Discover how navigating life's uncertainties can lead to unprecedented personal growth and inner transformation.  
  With a focus on unconventional growth, this book offers a roadmap for navigating life's challenges with skill and grace. Explore the concept of metamorphosis as a catalyst for profound change. Embark on a journey of empowerment as you embrace change, take risks, and cultivate a mindset of abundance and possibility.  
  Let this book be your guide to creating a life of purpose, joy, and fulfillment. "Metamorphosis: 16 Catalysts for Unconventional Growth and Transformation is a must-read for anyone who wants to elevate their mindset, navigate chaos with ease, and embark on a path of unconventional growth.

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  Tuskegee Airmen and Montford...

  Charles River Editors

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  The United States has no shortage of famous military units, from the Civil War’s Iron Brigade to the 101st Airborne, but one would be hard pressed to find one that had to go through as many hardships off the field as the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African American fighter pilots who overcame Jim Crow at home and official segregation in the military to serve their country in the final years of World War II. In fact, it required a concerted effort by groups such as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and the extreme circumstances brought about by World War II that the military eventually decided to establish the “Tuskegee Experiment.” 
  The black crews trained at Tuskegee before being sent overseas, and even then, they faced discrimination from those who didn’t trust them to do more than escort bombers flown by white pilots. However, as the men proved their worth in the heat of battle, some of the squadrons’ red markings helped them earn the nickname “Red Tails,” and their track record was so good that eventually the white pilots of American bombers wanted to fly with them. As Tuskegee airman Roscoe Brown eloquently put it, “They have a saying that excellence is the antidote to prejudice; so, once you show you can do it, some of the barriers will come down.” 
  In the summer of 1942, the first group of African American recruits stepped off a bus into the pine woods of North Carolina, bound for an experiment the Marine Corps had long vowed never to attempt. Their destination - Montford Point, a hastily constructed satellite to the new Camp Lejeune - was more than a training ground. It was a compromise with democracy, a segregated doorway into an institution that had defined itself for generations by who could not enter. The Corps’ exclusivity had a racial edge, as the Marines had barred black men outright from 1798 all the way up the start of the Second World War. 

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  Rangers Scouts and Raiders -...

  Michael F. Dilley

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  "Well-written and meticulously researched, the book is an excellent example of truth being more interesting than fiction. It is easy to read with photos, charts and maps that help the reader keep pace with the action." — ARMY MagazineThroughout history there has always been a need, in military forces, for special units. In the past, these units have usually been ad hoc formations that were disbanded after their mission was complete. It has only been since the early 1950s that such units have remained active, but even in recent times special purpose, special mission units have been organized and used for a period of time or for a specific mission and then either deactivated or replaced by other units.  This unique approach to the history of American special forces examines their development through a number of operations, ranging from the French and Indian War in the 18th century through to the Vietnam War. From the Son Tay raid to the Force at la Difensa and Rogers’ Rangers, the operations are diverse in both organization and purpose, but all contributed to the overall mission of their theater or larger organization, thus proving the continuing need for special units throughout history and even today.

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  The Mayflower Voyage & Formation...

  Azel Ames, William Bradford,...

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  Mayflower has become a cultural icon in the history of the United States, with its story of death and survival in the harsh New England winter environment.
  This book brings the story of 102 passengers, commonly known as Pilgrims, who crossed the Atlantic on the Mayflower. The story starts with the year 1608, when Pilgrims settled in the Dutch Republic on the European mainland and it covers events such as crossing the Atlantic, settling off Plymouth Colony and the first Thanksgiving in 1621. 
  Contents:
  The Mayflower Ship's Log 
  Good Newes From New England
  History of Plymouth Plantation 
  Mourt's Relation
  Mayflower Descendants and Their Marriages for Two Generations After the Landing
  History of the Mayflower

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