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  Giant Killers War Heroes and...

  David A. Yuzuk

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  What causes a soldier to make the split second to decision to jump on a grenade and sacrifice his life to save his men? 
   
   
   
  What drives a man to go from homeless to the recipient of the military's highest commendation, The Medal of Honor? 
   
   
   
  How does a prisoner of war survive years of unspeakable torture and deprivation and yet never give up hope? 
   
   
   
  A vivid collection of stories spanning multiple wars and military branches chosen by military enthusiasts from around the world. These compelling accounts of heroism and sacrifice depict the raw and brutal realities of war, without a shred of sentimentality or false patriotism. 
   
   
   
  Included are some names you might already know, like Pappy, Mad-Dog, Bong, Benavidez, and Hathcock, along with others you should know, like Pitsenbarger and Poolaw. 
   
   
   
  Veteran police detective and bestselling author, David A. Yuzuk, brings you this gripping collection of spectacular battle stories and trial-by-fire lessons of honor and duty from WWII to Iraq, all in one action-packed volume.

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  The Largest Amphibious Campaigns...

  Editors Charles River

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  Despite the gargantuan scale and the importance of Operation Husky, the invasion of Sicily has since taken a backseat to the landings on D-Day. During the first half of 1944, the Americans and British commenced a massive buildup of men and resources in the United Kingdom, while Allied Supreme Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower and military brass planned the details of an enormous and complex amphibious invasion of Europe. Though the Allies used misinformation to try deceiving the Germans, the most obvious place for an invasion was just across the narrow English Channel, and the Germans had built coastal fortifications throughout France to protect against just such an invasion. 
  	The invasion across the Channel came in the early morning hours of June 6, 1944. That day, forever known as D-Day, the Allies commenced Operation Overlord by staging the largest and most complex amphibious invasion in human history. The complex operation would require tightly coordinated naval and air bombardment, paratroopers, and even inflatable tanks that would be able to fire on fortifications from the coastline, all while landing over 150,000 men across nearly 70 miles of French beaches. Given the incredibly complex plan, it’s no surprise that General Eisenhower had already written a letter apologizing for the failure of the invasion, which he carried in his coat pocket throughout the day, but the operation’s success eventually guaranteed the liberation of Paris and victory in Europe.   
  	By the time the second Phillipines campaign started, Japan was on the defensive, but as they would prove in other places like Iwo Jima and Okinawa, Japanese soldiers would act fanatically before admitting defeat or surrendering. During this second major Philippines campaign, an estimated 330,000 Japanese died, and only a bit more than 10,000 were willing to be taken prisoner.

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  Healing Minds - A Practical...

  Bob Babson

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Healing Minds: A Practical Guide to Understanding and Supporting Someone with PTSD 
  by Bob Babson 
  Living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can feel overwhelming—not only for those experiencing it but also for the family members, friends, and caregivers who want to help. Healing Minds is a compassionate, easy-to-follow guide that sheds light on the challenges of PTSD while offering practical steps to provide meaningful support. 
  Bob Babson presents clear explanations of what PTSD is, how it affects the mind and body, and why recovery takes patience and care. With real-world strategies, this book empowers readers to create a supportive environment and become a steady source of encouragement. 
  Inside this guide, you’ll discover: 
  A simple breakdown of PTSD symptoms and triggers 
  Effective communication strategies to avoid conflict and build trust 
  Coping techniques that bring comfort during stressful moments 
  Practical self-care advice for both supporters and survivors 
  Hopeful pathways toward healing and resilience 
  Whether you’re a spouse, parent, friend, or professional, this book will help you better understand PTSD and provide the tools to walk alongside someone you care about on their journey toward recovery. 
  Healing Minds is more than a guide—it’s a lifeline of empathy, knowledge, and encouragement for anyone touched by trauma.

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  Common Sense

  Thomas Paine

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  Experience the Words That Ignited a Revolution.
  
  First published anonymously in January 1776, Thomas Paine's Common Sense was the spark that turned colonial discontent into a full-scale demand for independence. Written in clear, forceful language designed to be understood by everyone—not just the elite—this masterpiece of political persuasion dismantled the "myth" of the British monarchy and argued that the colonies had both a right and a duty to govern themselves.
  
  
  Paine's arguments were so compelling that they reached nearly every corner of the colonies, becoming the all-time best-selling American title relative to the population. His call for a democratic republic and the protection of natural rights provided the intellectual foundation for the Declaration of Independence and the birth of a new nation.
  
  This definitive edition presents the complete, original text of the most influential pamphlet in American history. Whether you are a student of early American history, a fan of political philosophy, or simply looking to understand the roots of American liberty, Common Sense remains an essential and electrifying read.
  
  Discover the power of logic and the spirit of freedom. Buy "Common Sense" today and witness the birth of a nation.

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  American Indians - Fourth Edition

  William T. Hagan, Daniel M. Cobb

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  William Hagan’s classic American Indians has become standard reading in the field of Native American history. Daniel M. Cobb has taken over the task of updating and revising the material, allowing the book to respond to the times. Spanning the arrival of white settlers in the Americas through the twentieth century, this concise account includes more than twenty new maps and illustrations, as well as a bibliographic essay that surveys the most recent research in Indian-white relations. With an introduction by Cobb, and a foreword by eminent historian Patricia Nelson Limerick, this fourth edition was published to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the original publication of American Indians.

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  NumBots Scrapheap Stories - A...

  Tor Caldwell

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  Whenever Tractor bursts a tyre, Rusty is always on-hand to fix it. But when Tractor's tyre bursts in the creepiest part of the Scrapheap, he's faced with fixing his tyre all by himself. 
  
  At Maths Circle, our core purpose is to make children feel confident with maths. 
  
  Tractor and the Tyre highlights the importance of independent learning. When children master a skill or concept without help, it can be incredibly confidence-boosting and empowering, showing them the remarkable strength of their own abilities.
  
  We've created these audio stories and accompanying activities, all centred around the theme of growth mindset and resilience, to inspire confidence not just in maths, but in all areas of development. You can download the accompanying activities at numbots.com/audio-stories.
  
  NumBots is an award-winning maths learning platform that helps children achieve the 'triple win' of understanding, recall and fluency in mental addition and subtraction.

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