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  Mesoamerican History - The...

  Kelly Mass

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  This is a combo of 2 books in 1, which are: 
    
  Book 1: Have you ever wondered what the Maya people did? How they lived? How their empire grew? 
    
  Then this is the right book for you. In this book, we'll go over the most important discoveries about the Mayans, the Central American inhabitants that were in the region hundreds of years before the journey to the New World by European settlers and conquistadores. 
    
  Topics such as these will be addressed: 
  The beginnings of the Mayans. 
  Human sacrifice, temples, sites, and religious principles in the Maya culture. 
  The Mayan culture and society. 
  The role of Maya women. 
  The ancient ruins that can be visited by tourists today. The start, thrive, and collapse of the entire Mayan empire. The ongoing genocidal skirmishes in Guatemala.  
    
    
  Book 2: Welcome to the concise, all-you-need explanation of the Aztec empire! 
    
  When you think of the Aztecs, you might think of certain movies you have seen or what you've been taught in history class. And although some of those images and descriptions fit the main narrative, there is still much left to be discovered. This brief book will take you on a journey and kidnap your imagination to a faraway place in time. 
    
  Learn more about the facts and findings of scholars, archeologists, and scientists. Topics such as these will be addressed: 
    
  The Difference between the Toltecs and also the Aztecs. 
  The background and origins of the Aztecs. 
  Surprising facts about their civilization. 
  The Spanish and their role in their society upon arrival. 
  Violent human sacrificial rituals and belief systems. 
  Shocking new facts about the Aztec empire.

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  Andean Economies - Shaping...

  Anya Solace

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  Andean Economies explores the economic paths of three key countries—Bolivia, Chile, and Peru—that make up the backbone of the Andean region. This 3-in-1 volume traces how natural resources, policy choices, and historical legacies have shaped the rise and fall of economic fortunes across these nations. From copper and lithium to agriculture and tourism, the Andes are not just mountains—they’re economic lifelines that have brought both prosperity and hardship to those who call this region home. 
  In From Prosperity to Peril, the book examines how sudden wealth from resource booms often led to financial crises and social unrest, especially in countries like Bolivia, where inequality and political tensions persist. Chile’s economic journey highlights one of the most stable and market-driven economies in South America, marked by both praise for reform and criticism for inequality. Finally, Peru’s economic evolution tells a story of resilience—how a country historically plagued by instability and poverty transformed into one of the region’s fastest-growing economies in recent decades. 
  This comprehensive overview is ideal for anyone seeking to understand the forces behind economic change in South America’s Andean corridor—where every boom comes with risk, and every crisis opens the door for transformation.

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  Beyond All Knowing

  Chantal Dalton

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  Have you ever found a lost love you never knew you had?  
    
  Beyond All Knowing explores what it is like to be surprised by love.  
  A chance encounter provides a new opportunity for the author to really see  
  and be seen, to be heard and understood. These poems are about everyday observations that help teach what it is to experience loss and grief, endure longing and uncertainty, face the challenge of self-discovery and acceptance, and enjoy the deep satisfaction of finding home and genuine connection.  
    
  In Beyond All Knowing we experience love’s transformative power: to make the ordinary extraordinary by collapsing space, time and distance into shining moments of quiet joy.

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  Loyalty - The Faithful Allegiance

  Esther Jameson

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  Loyalty is a concept that resonates deeply with human nature, transcending time, culture, and geography. It is often regarded as one of the highest virtues, forming the foundation of relationships, societies, and organizations. At its core, loyalty is an unwavering allegiance to a person, cause, or institution, and it involves a commitment that goes beyond mere obligation. It is about dedication, trust, and an emotional bond that fosters a sense of responsibility and attachment. 
  Defining loyalty can be complex because it manifests in various forms and is subject to different interpretations depending on the context. In personal relationships, loyalty can mean remaining faithful to a partner, supporting friends through tough times, or staying committed to family. In a broader societal context, it can refer to allegiance to a nation, loyalty to a set of values, or even devotion to an idea or belief system. Despite these differences, the essence of loyalty remains consistent: it is the willingness to stand by someone or something, even in difficult or challenging times. 
  One important aspect of loyalty is trust. Without trust, loyalty cannot truly exist. Trust is the foundation upon which loyalty is built, and it is what keeps the bond strong over time. Loyalty requires faith that the person or cause to which one is loyal will not betray that trust. This mutual trust creates a sense of security and dependability, making loyalty a powerful force that binds individuals together.

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  Philippine-American War The: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  On April 27, 1898 six American ships of the line, led by the Olympia with Commodore George Dewey aboard, headed toward Manila Bay. After several days of sailing over the South China Sea, Dewey hoped to sail past the Spanish fort at Corregidor to arrive at Manila without detection, and sailed without lights in order to do so. He made it into the bay, where the naval battle with the Spanish South Pacific Squadron began in the wee hours of May 1, 1898. Dewey was a student of the Mahanian school of naval strategy, so called for the aggressive Alfred T. Mahan, a top naval strategist and President of the Naval War College. As such, he concentrated his efforts on the offensive, preferring to meet the Spanish fleet on his own terms and to avoid, if it all possible fire from land-based batteries that lined Manila Bay. He refused to engage the batteries on land, sailing straight past the firing batteries and toward the Spanish fleet. Dewey issued his most famous command just before 6:00 that morning, “You may fire when ready, Gridley!”  
  The leader of an 1896 insurgency against the Spanish, Emilio Aguinaldo y Famy, had left the Philippines in an agreement following Spanish promises of reform that never materialized. As a recognized Filipino leader, he was brought to Manila by an American ship within days of the American victory at Manila, but the events that followed were to prove controversial and lead to U.S. control of the Philippines, along with a revolution of the Filipino people that would prove to be far longer and more costly than the Spanish-American war itself. The Philippines had no meaningful connection to Cuba except as a Spanish colony, and Spanish forces in the islands were no threat to the U.S. Pacific coast, but the island chain appeared to offer a convenient location for a naval base in an age when warships were coal-powered and needed coaling bases. 

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  Equality and Efficiency: Book...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of 
  Equality and Efficiency, by Arthur M. Okun.
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by 
  Arthur M. Okun.
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  "Equality and Efficiency: The Big Tradeoff" explores the delicate balance between economic equality and efficiency, a tension that shapes policy decisions and societal outcomes. Through clear, thought-provoking analysis, the book examines how efforts to achieve fairness often come at the cost of productivity and growth, and vice versa. This accessible exploration dives into key economic concepts, social trade-offs, and the challenges of designing systems that promote both justice and prosperity, making it an essential read for those interested in economics, public policy, and social justice.

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