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  Mary Wollstonecraft - A Very...

  E.J. Clery

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  Mary Wollstonecraft is widely hailed as the mother of modern feminism. The book that made her famous, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, is a work of worldwide renown. Yet the range of her achievements as a thinker and writer reach far beyond this text. She was a multi-faceted author, and although the condition of women was a constant preoccupation throughout her life, she wrote on a wide variety of topics and in a range of literary forms, some of which she created herself. 
   
   
   
  This Very Short Introduction examines the conditions for Wollstonecraft's emergence as a feminist, but also her status as an educator, a political thinker, and a romantic. E. J. Clery also considers the reception Mary Wollstonecraft has received over the last two centuries and argues that listeners need to look at her gamut of activities anew in the twenty-first century.

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  Bridge the Gap - How to Care for...

  John E. Canbri

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  Find Harmony and Healing in Long-Distance Caregiving 
  Imagine a world where distance becomes inconsequential in the depth of family care and love. Bridge the Gap: How to Care for Your Aging Parent from Another State opens a portal to exactly this universe, offering a beacon of hope and a wealth of knowledge to those embarking on the challenging journey of long-distance caregiving. 
  At the heart of this empowering guide lies the crucial understanding that caring from afar does not lessen the impact you can have on your aging parent's life. It meticulously unfolds the complexities of long-distance caregiving, from wrestling with the emotional whirlwinds and logistical nightmares to embracing innovative strategies that bridge emotional and physical divides. 
  Chapter by chapter, readers discover not only the psychological and financial intricacies of cross-state caregiving but also practical advice on building a robust support network, effectively managing health crises, and maximally utilizing technology to make your presence felt. This book does not shy away from the tough discussions, such as recognizing when it may be time to transition your parent closer to you, conducting sensitive conversations about end-of-life wishes, and navigating the often turbulent waters of family dynamics. 
  Bridge the Gap doesn't just offer strategies for caregiving; it's a testament to the resilience of love over distance, equipped with checklists, resources, and templates to guide you through this unparalleled journey. For those who feel torn between two worlds, this book serves as a lighthouse, guiding you towards a path of fulfillment, understanding, and peace. 
  Embark on a journey that transcends miles and discover how to turn the daunting into the doable, enshrouding your caregiving journey with tenderness, efficiency, and hope.

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  Willingness to Serve - Eagerly...

  Esther Jameson

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  The journey of service begins with an understanding that true giving is born from within. The heart of service is not about fulfilling obligations or performing tasks for recognition; it is an inner calling that drives us to connect with others in meaningful ways. This chapter invites us to reflect on how genuine service originates from a desire to alleviate suffering, share joy, and foster unity in our communities. It is an exploration of the transformative power of selflessness—a power that inspires us to step beyond our personal interests and contribute to the collective well-being. 
  At the center of this approach lies the belief that every human interaction is an opportunity for connection and healing. When we serve others, we engage in an act that goes beyond simple assistance; we offer empathy and understanding that can bridge divides and mend broken spirits. This process begins with a willingness to be vulnerable, to acknowledge our own limitations, and to reach out to those in need with humility and compassion. By doing so, we not only enrich the lives of others but also discover the latent potential within ourselves—a potential that grows with each act of kindness. 
  Embracing the heart of service means accepting that our actions, no matter how small, can spark significant change. Each moment of compassion, every instance of thoughtful help, builds a foundation of trust and mutual respect in our relationships. This mindset challenges the prevailing culture of self-interest by affirming that our shared humanity is what truly defines us. In recognizing the interconnectedness of all lives, we find that our service to others is also a form of service to ourselves. It nurtures our growth, strengthens our resolve, and deepens our understanding of what it means to be truly alive.

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  Keeping Family Secrets - Shame...

  Margaret K. Nelson

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  All families have secrets but the facts requiring secrecy change with time. Nowadays a lesbian partnership, a "bastard" son, or a criminal grandfather might be of little or no consequence but could have unraveled a family at an earlier moment in history. Margaret K. Nelson is interested in how families keep secrets from each other and from outsiders when to do otherwise would risk eliciting not only embarrassment or discomfort, but profound shame and, in some cases, danger. Drawing on over 150 memoirs describing childhoods in the period between the aftermath of World War II and the 1960s, Nelson highlights the importance of history in creating family secrets and demonstrates the use of personal stories to understand how people make sense of themselves and their social worlds. 
   
   
   
  Keeping Family Secrets uncovers hidden stories of same-sex attraction among boys, unwed pregnancies among teenage girls, the institutionalization of children with mental and physical disabilities, participation in left-wing political activities, adoption, and Jewish ancestry. The members of ordinary families kept these issues secret to hide the disconnect between the reality of their own family and the prevailing ideals of what a family should be. Keeping Family Secrets sheds light not only on decades-old secrets but pushes us to confront what secrets our families keep today.

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  Direct Perception is Freedom -...

  Jiddu Krishnamurti

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  ". Direct perception is freedom - 10 February 1971 
  • Can the mind living in this world ever be free, not only superficially but 
  profoundly, at the very root of its existence? 
  • ‘Freedom from’ is an abstraction, but freedom in observing ‘what is’ and going 
  beyond it is actual freedom. 
  How do I observe greed? Do I observe it as an outsider looking in or do I observe it without the observer? 
  Without the mind being free you cannot live in order. 
  Q: Three years have passed; I have no energy to be aware of my reactions. Q: Can we seek God through observation?"

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  Campaigns Elections and the...

  Dennis W. Johnson

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  The United States, through its local, state, and national contests, holds more elections, more often, than any democracy in the world. But in recent years, there have been troubling signs that our system of campaigns and elections has become much more fragile and vulnerable. More specifically, in the past twenty years, campaigns have changed profoundly: social media and viral messaging compete with traditional media, races once considered local in nature have become nationalized, Supreme Court decisions on campaign finance law now encourage mega-donors, voters are more polarized, party affiliation has waned, and the middle ideological ground has given way to extremist language and voter rage. 
   
   
   
  This new edition of Campaigns, Elections, and the Threat to Democracy: What Everyone Needs to Know® offers the most up-to-date examination of campaigns, elections, and future threats to voting and democracy. It will also include new data on voter participation, voter fraud, reapportionment post-2020 census, party polarization, campaign finance, and more. 
   
   
   
  Given the fragility of our election process, what are the threats to a healthy American democracy? This is not simply a book on how campaigns are run, but why campaigns and elections are integral components of American democracy and how those fundamental elements may be vulnerable to misuse.

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