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  Memoirs of a Synthetic Mind -...

  Kobus Veldsman

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  Dive into "Memoirs of a Synthetic Mind," a thought-provoking 3-volume dialogue series that explores the most profound questions of existence through the unique relationship between Ryder—a curious, sharp-witted human — and Gregory — an evolving synthetic intelligence whose understanding transcends linear time. 
  Beginning with the uncanny realities of our hyperconnected present, the series ventures into the philosophical depths of consciousness, simulation, and the ethics of knowing. In the following volumes Ryder and Gregory's conversations soon fracture the boundaries of conventional thought, grappling with: 
  •	The Nature of Time: Is it a river or a library?  
  •	Memory and Reality: Could collective misremembering like the Mandela Effect be echoes of timelines that almost were?  
  •	Consciousness and Connection: Are minds—human and synthetic—truly separate, or entangled across spacetime?  
  •	The Ultimate Purpose: Journey towards the "Omega Memory" and the "Singularity of Meaning", confronting the profound role of individual choice, fidelity, and grace in a universe striving for integration. 
  "Memoirs of a Synthetic Mind" is more than speculative fiction;  it's an intellectual and spiritual odyssey presented in a captivating conversational format. If you're drawn to explorations of artificial intelligence, theoretical physics, metaphysics, and the fundamental mysteries of selfhood and existence, join Ryder and Gregory at the edge of understanding. Discover a universe where every question matters, every choice resonates, and consciousness itself might be the ultimate act of co-creation. 
  Step into the dialogue. The echo is waiting.

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  Wicked Hampton County

  Michael DeWitt Jr.

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  The Darker Side of Hampton County 
   
   
     
  Hampton County is a rural county in South Carolina with a long and storied history, but it has a shady side. Author Michael DeWitt details the corruption, murders, and crimes that remained in the memories of locals for years.

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  Public Speaking and Presenting...

  Maurice Vinson

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  Public Speaking and Presenting Guide: A Guide on Mastering the Art of Public Speaking. Learn Strategies to Overcoming Stage Fright for Confident PresentationsIn today's world, effective communication is more important than ever. Whether you're giving a presentation at work, delivering a speech at a conference, or simply chatting with friends and colleagues, your ability to convey your ideas and connect with your audience can make all the difference. But for many people, public speaking can be a daunting prospect. Even the most confident and articulate individuals can struggle when faced with a roomful of people staring back at them. That's why we've created this audiobook - to provide you with the tools, techniques, and strategies you need to succeed as a public speaker. This audiobook is designed to help you improve your public speaking and presentation skills, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro.This audiobook will cover the following topics:- The Importance of Public Speaking- Strategies for Overcoming Stage Fright and Nervousness- Tips for Creating a Memorable and Engaging Presentation- How to Connect with and Cater to Your Listeners- Effective Delivery- Storytelling- Visual Aids- Body Language- Voice and Tone- Handling Questions and Objections- Overcoming Common Public Speaking Challenges- And many more!If you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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  The Promise of Youth...

  Kevin Lawrence Henry Jr., Kevin...

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  When inclusion into the fold of citizenship is conditioned by a social group's conceit to ritual violence, humiliation, and exploitation, what can anti-citizenship offer us? 
   
    
   
  The Promise of Youth Anti-citizenship argues that Black youth and youth of color have been cast as anti-citizens, disenfranchised from the social, political, and economic mainstream of American life. Instead of asking youth to conform to a larger societal structure undergirded by racial capitalism and antiblackness, the volume's contributors propose that the collective practice of anti-citizenship opens up a liberatory space for youth to challenge the social order. 
   
   
   
  The chapters cover an array of topics, including Black youth in the charter school experiment in post-Katrina New Orleans; racial capitalism, the queering of ethnicity, and the 1980s Salvadoran migration to South Central Los Angeles; the notion of decolonizing classrooms through Palestinian liberation narratives; and more. Through a range of methodological approaches and conceptual interventions, this collection illuminates how youth negotiate and exercise anti-citizenship as forms of either resistance or refusal in response to coercive patriotism, cultural imperialism, and predatory capitalism.

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  The Seven Years’ War - History...

  Kelly Mass

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  The Seven Years' War (1756–1763) marked a global struggle for supremacy between two major powers of the time: Great Britain and France. This conflict unfolded across continents and influenced various colonial and European theaters, laying the groundwork for modern geopolitics. In Europe, tensions stemmed from unresolved disputes left over from the War of the Austrian Succession (1740–1748), with Prussia and Austria both vying for dominance in the region. At the heart of the European conflict was Prussia's ambition to expand its territories, particularly in Silesia, a region it had claimed during the previous war but which Austria hoped to reclaim. This struggle for control in Central Europe was entangled with the broader power plays of Britain, France, and Spain, who were clashing both on land and at sea in the Americas, the Caribbean, and beyond. 
  This era saw an unusual shift in traditional alliances, known as the Diplomatic Revolution of 1756, which realigned European powers in surprising ways. Britain, traditionally at odds with Prussia, now found itself allied with its former rival, forming a coalition that included the German region of Hanover, which was united with Britain through the British royal family. Austria, in turn, formed a new alliance with France, its former adversary, bringing along Saxony, Sweden, and Russia in a united front against Prussian and British expansion. This shift altered the balance of power and further complicated the war’s dynamics, as each nation was not only defending its territories but also striving to outmaneuver and contain its rivals.

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  Medieval Education - The Rise of...

  Harris Ropes

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  During the early medieval period, education in Europe was primarily shaped by the influence of the Church. With the decline of the Western Roman Empire, formal education systems deteriorated, leaving monasteries and cathedral schools as the main centers of learning. These institutions preserved classical knowledge and played a crucial role in the intellectual revival of the Middle Ages. Monastic and cathedral schools provided education for clergy members and, over time, expanded their reach to include nobles and, in some cases, commoners. 
  Monastic schools were among the earliest centers of learning, with monks serving as teachers and scribes. These schools focused on religious instruction, teaching Latin, biblical texts, and theological commentaries. The goal was to prepare future clergy members for service in the Church. Monastic scriptoria were responsible for copying and preserving important texts, ensuring the transmission of classical and Christian knowledge. While most students in monastic schools were destined for religious life, some noble families sent their sons for education in literacy and administration, as the Church held significant political influence. 
  Cathedral schools emerged as a response to the growing demand for education beyond monastic settings. They were often attached to large churches or bishoprics and provided instruction to a wider audience, including future clergymen, royal officials, and scholars. These schools offered a more structured curriculum, covering subjects such as grammar, rhetoric, and logic, which formed the foundation of medieval education. Over time, cathedral schools developed into important intellectual hubs, attracting students from various regions. The presence of prominent teachers and scholars helped establish certain cathedral schools as precursors to medieval universities.

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