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  The Prince

  Niccolò Machiavelli

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  Given the tumultuous political era in which he lived, Niccolo Machiavelli (1469-1527), the Italian Renaissance author, philosopher, historian and diplomat, had a front-row seat to observe the political machinations, power struggles and dynastic changes in Renaissance Europe. He would compile these observations in "The Prince," which would swiftly gain a reputation both as a simple treatise on how to achieve and wield political power as well as an immoral, by-the-numbers account of how tyrants can seize and maintain dictatorships.   As a result of the teachings in this book, Machiavelli's very name has become an adjective - "Machiavellian" - that has come to denote political deception, cold-blooded calculation and the use of treachery as a means to seize power.   It is presented here in its original and unabridged format, translated from the Italian by Luigi Ricci.

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  Psychology and Society - The...

  Mike Crawford

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  This book bundle explores the intricate web of human thought, behavior, and social organization. By combining three powerful disciplines—Sociology, Ethnology, and Anthropology—this volume offers a comprehensive understanding of how individuals relate to one another, how cultures form and function, and how human societies evolve. 
  In Sociology, readers investigate the structure of societies, the influence of institutions, and the dynamics of groups and relationships. This section delves into topics like class systems, social norms, urbanization, education, and inequality, revealing how societal forces shape our everyday lives and collective decisions. 
  Ethnology, a branch of anthropology, compares and analyzes cultures across the globe. It seeks patterns in traditions, languages, rituals, and social roles, uncovering what connects humanity while celebrating what makes each culture unique. From kinship systems to religious beliefs, ethnology paints a portrait of human diversity and shared heritage. 
  Finally, Anthropology offers a broader view of human beings throughout history, studying physical traits, prehistoric origins, and cultural practices. It combines biological, archaeological, linguistic, and cultural perspectives to understand what it means to be human—both in ancient times and in modern societies. 
  Whether you're a student of social sciences or simply curious about humanity’s rich cultural landscape, this book equips you with foundational knowledge to better grasp the forces that shape human behavior, identity, and interaction.

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  Cracking the China Conundrum -...

  Yukon Huang

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  China's rise is altering global power relations, reshaping economic debates, and commanding tremendous public attention. Despite extensive media and academic scrutiny, the conventional wisdom about China's economy is often wrong. Cracking the China Conundrum provides a holistic and contrarian view of China's major economic, political, and foreign policy issues. 
   
   
   
  Yukon Huang trenchantly addresses widely accepted yet misguided views in the analysis of China's economy. Huang explains that misconceptions arise in part because China's economic system is unprecedented in many ways—namely because it's driven by both the market and state—which complicates the task of designing accurate and adaptable analysis and research. Further, China's size, regional diversity, and uniquely decentralized administrative system poses difficulties for making generalizations and comparisons from micro to macro levels when trying to interpret China's economic state accurately. 
   
   
   
  This book not only interprets the ideologies that experts continue building misguided theories upon, but also examines the contributing factors to this puzzle. Cracking the China Conundrum provides an enlightening and corrective viewpoint on several major economic and political foreign policy concerns currently shaping China's economic environment.

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  Channels of Delight - Simple...

  Daniel L. French

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  Imagine the concept of tuning a radio to different stations. As the reader flips through the dial (turns the page), one frequency is a light whimsical poem, and the turning of the nob brings a sad and thought-provoking analogy of growing old, and next, the warm special enjoyment of holding someone's hand. The reader will enjoy turning the dial and observing the life of two doves, and later, observing two ducks. (Yep, you're "gonna hafta" buy the book to read these fine works of literature.) As you read; enjoy "turning a knob" and finding something heartwarming, or tear-jerking, or humorous or enlightening, or brilliant (well maybe not too bright) observations of life. I Promise, you will look forward to "changing the frequency", as you adjust the dial in "Channels of Delight".

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  Corin's Tale - A Short and...

  Lyela Pariu

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  Corin's livelihood depended on scandal. The small-time gossip columnist yearned to elevate his writing career, desired to become a serious journalist. When an assignment leads him to the mysterious billionaire Edgar Olofsson, Corin knows that he can't pass up the rare opportunity for advancement. But in order to get the scoop of a lifetime, he has to take a job as Edgar's personal maid. It's the only way to infiltrate his glamorous world and gather dirt on him. Edgar, however, is no fool. After discovering Corin's true intentions, he, Edgar, sets out to punish the younger man. Edgar's games of domination and submission awaken his beast and his heart, which surprises him. He quickly learns that Corin is far from a gold-digging sneak. Corin is a fiercely determined man who is willing to do anything to achieve his goals. The pair are more alike than Edgar cares to admit. Will the men allow the growing love between them to capture their hearts? (Warning: This gay romantic erotic tale contains adult language, light BDSM play, and other sexual content. Readers should be 18+)

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  Palace of Deception - Museum Men...

  Darrin Lunde

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  From 1908 to 1933, the American Museum of Natural History launched more scientific field expeditions than at any other time in its existence. Sponsoring lavish trips to Africa and Central Asia, the museum filled its halls with artifacts and an aura of adventure, supported by some of New York City's most prominent men. All the while, the museum's then president, Henry Fairfield Osborn, attempted to use his adventurers' expeditions to fulfill a personal agenda: to propagate his belief in racial hierarchy. 
   
  Palace of Deception uncovers the complicated legacy of three iconic figures of the American Museum: the preeminent explorer Roy Chapman Andrews; Carl Akeley, the pioneering taxidermist; and Osborn, the museum's president. Darrin Lunde tells the story of the American's Museum foundational years. Lunde also shows how the achievements of the museum's adventurers were used to introduce residents of New York to a version of the natural world endorsed by the museum's leader. 
   
  Palace of Deception recreates some of the most celebrated, globe-trotting journeys from natural history's heyday. It also traces the larger, racially infused milieu that underwrote the golden age of exploration, uncovering the simmering anxieties about race behind the era's greatest adventures. It is a legacy that still haunts natural history institutions today.

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