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  The FBI War on Tupac Shakur -...

  John Potash

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  Since the first day after the tragedy was announced, controversy has surrounded the death of rap and cultural icon Tupac Shakur. In this work, preeminent researcher on the topic, John Potash, puts forward his own theories of the events leading up to and following the murder in this meticulously researched and exhaustive account of the story. Never before has there been such a detailed and shocking analysis of the untimely death of one of the greatest musicians of the modern era. The FBI War on Tupac Shakur contains a wealth of names, dates, and events detailing the use of unscrupulous tactics by the Federal Bureau of Investigation against a generation of leftist political leaders and musicians. Based on twelve years of research and including extensive footnotes, sources include over 100 interviews, FOIA-released CIA and FBI documents, court transcripts, and mainstream media outlets. Beginning with the birth of the Civil Rights Movement in America, Potash illustrates the ways in which the FBI and the United States government conspired to take down and dismantle the various burgeoning activist and revolutionary groups forming at the time. From Martin Luther King Jr. to Malcolm X to Fred Hampton, the methods used to thwart their progress can be seen repeated again and again in the 80s and 90s against later revolutionary groups, musicians, and, most notably, Tupac Shakur. Buckle up for this winding, shocking, and unbelievable tale as John Potash reveals the dark underbelly of our government and their treatment of some of our most beloved Black icons.

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  No Bull Music Theory for...

  James Shipway

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  Music Theory for Guitarists is the ground-breaking guitar theory book for guitar players. Now, guitarists of all levels can understand most of the music theory they'll ever need, without the confusion.  
  Easy to understand language, explanations and practical examples mean you can understand in hours, music theory concepts which can confuse guitar players for years. No music reading or theory knowledge required!   
  12 bite-sized chapters teach you the following topics and show you how to use them in your playing, improvising and song writing. The Musical Alphabet - the 12 notes used in musicTones and SemitonesThe Major Scale - what it is and why you need itMajor and Minor Triads (used in most pop, country, rock and folk music)Intervals (major scale and chromatic)Major Keys (the secret to writing great songs and solos)Chord Progressions (start writing pro sounding chord sequences/songs) Pentatonic Scales (most common guitar scales ever)The Natural Minor Scale (for minor key soloing)Minor Key Basics - understand minor key songs and chord sequences 
  Perfect for learning guitar music theory at beginner/intermediate level, boosting knowledge to improve playing/songwriting, understanding other musicians use and learning to write better songs. 
  I wrote this as the antidote to the confusing, poorly explained music theory books guitarists (including me) have had to struggle with until now, so grab your guitar and nail 99% of the music theory you need, with Music Theory for Guitarists!

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  The Italian City-States -...

  Harris Ropes

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  The Italian city-states emerged as powerful economic, political, and cultural centers during the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance. Unlike the feudal kingdoms of northern Europe, Italy developed a unique system of independent cities, each governed by its own political structure. These city-states, including Florence, Venice, Milan, and Genoa, thrived due to their strategic locations, economic prosperity, and the weakening of feudalism. Their rise laid the foundation for the Renaissance, a period of unprecedented artistic and intellectual achievement. 
  One of the key factors behind the growth of the Italian city-states was the decline of feudalism. In much of Europe, feudal lords controlled vast territories, but in Italy, urban centers gained power as trade and commerce flourished. The weakening of the Holy Roman Empire’s authority in the region allowed cities to assert their independence. Many city-states established their own governments, often ruled by merchant families or oligarchies rather than hereditary monarchs. This shift created a political climate that encouraged innovation, diplomacy, and economic expansion. 
  Geography also played a crucial role in the rise of these city-states. Italy’s position in the Mediterranean made it a central hub for trade between Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Cities like Venice and Genoa developed extensive maritime trade networks, importing luxury goods such as silk and spices while exporting textiles and banking services. The wealth generated from commerce enabled these cities to fund artistic and architectural projects, further elevating their cultural status.

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  Luba Empire - Central Africa's...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Luba Empire emerged as one of the most influential kingdoms in Central Africa during the pre-colonial period. Rooted in a rich tradition of oral history and cultural heritage, the empire played a central role in shaping trade, political organization, and social structures throughout the region. The Luba people developed a sophisticated society that not only thrived on local commerce but also participated in expansive regional networks, connecting diverse communities across the African continent. 
  The formation of the Luba Empire was marked by a blend of indigenous traditions and innovative political practices. At its core was a system of governance that efficiently harnessed local resources, maintained internal stability, and forged strategic alliances with neighboring groups. This centralized authority, balanced by localized autonomy, enabled the empire to mediate conflicts and expand its influence through both diplomatic and military means. The administrative techniques developed during this era laid the groundwork for a resilient state capable of adapting to shifting economic and social dynamics. 
  Economically, the Luba Empire became a beacon of trade and craftsmanship. Its strategic location allowed it to serve as a vital crossroads for commerce, facilitating the exchange of valuable goods such as salt, iron, and agricultural products. The empire’s success in trade was not only a product of its abundant natural resources but also of the innovative methods its people employed in agriculture, metallurgy, and artisanal production. These economic activities formed the backbone of a prosperous society that celebrated both practical skills and cultural achievements, fostering an environment of continuous growth and learning.

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  Glass Cultivator - Thomas...

  Thomas Schönauer, Robert Comploj

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  Two men, craftsmen, rough workshops with loud, hot machines and equipment, cranes, furnaces, welding equipment, forges, blowpipes, compressors and much more.
  
  In this environment, fine thoughts on filigree forms, the polishing of fractions of a millimetre, the balancing of light and material take place in an infinitely subtle design cosmos.
  
  The book shows two artists, their materials and their working methods as they could hardly be more diff erent and shows the resulting synergy, the birth of a new joint artistic path.

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  The Customer Is Always Wrong -...

  Scott Seiss

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  Read by the author. 
  Give the gift of funny to anyone in your life (maybe even yourself!) who could use a dose of irreverent humor about why work stinks. 
  Customers want you to magically produce something from the back room. Bosses schedule you on your day off. Corporate policies are mandated that make zero practical sense. Sound familiar? 
  If you've ever worked in customer service (or any job, really), you know that everyone else—the customer, the boss, the company—is always right, and never the employee. Well, lucky for you, the "Angry Retail Guy" is more furious—and funnier—than ever in this hilariously unhinged guide to all the things we wish we could say out loud at work . . . without getting fired. In The Customer Is Always Wrong, you'll laugh (and maybe cry) at this rant-filled, illustrated attack on all the frustrating things that suck about work. 
  Expanding on the ire-filled, laugh-out-loud viral videos that have made him a (whispered) workplace name, Scott Seiss joyfully eviscerates not only overbearing customers but every annoying aspect of work like purposeless job interview questions, debatable brand values, and the walking human trainwrecks that are our bosses. Scott guides you all the way from first applying to the job, to inevitably gritting your teeth and smiling on your last day when that one manager you despise says, “Come back and visit us!” 
  The Customer Is Always Wrong is for anyone who:Is tired of their "raise" being as close as scientifically possible to 0 percentWants to tell their boss that not even the self-checkout machines want to work hereIs prepared to tell the next customer who asks to see the manager that the manager has no idea what's going on eitherCalls in sick whenever their PTO request is deniedBelieves entering a store five minutes before it closes should be illegalExplains, on a weekly basis, why someone can't use a coupon that expired 17 years agoIs physically repulsed by the phrase, "At this company, we're a family. . . ." 
    
  This tongue-in-cheek commiseration for workers will make you laugh out loud at the things that drive you crazy in the workplace. With Scott's signature rants, funny anecdotes, and absurd musings, this book celebrates and empowers underpaid and overworked employees with an uproarious ode to what we really think about our jobs and the customers that come with them (except the ones who read this book, of course). 
  Comics and graphics can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download. 
   

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