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  Platform Capitalism

  Nick Srnicek

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  What unites Google and Facebook, Apple and Microsoft, Siemens and GE, Uber and Airbnb? Across a wide range of sectors, these firms are transforming themselves into platforms: businesses that provide the hardware and software foundation for others to operate on. This transformation signals a major shift in how capitalist firms operate and how they interact with the rest of the economy: the emergence of platform capitalism. 
   
   
   
  This book critically examines these new business forms, tracing their genesis from the long downturn of the 1970s to the boom and bust of the 1990s and the aftershocks of the 2008 crisis. It shows how the fundamental foundations of the economy are rapidly being carved up among a small number of monopolistic platforms, and how the platform introduces new tendencies within capitalism that pose significant challenges to any vision of a post-capitalist future. This book will be essential for anyone who wants to understand how the most powerful tech companies of our time are transforming the global economy.

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  The Art of War

  Sun Tzu

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  "Sun Tzu on the Art of War: The Oldest Military Treatise in the World" is a classic military text attributed to the ancient Chinese general and strategist Sun Tzu, written in the 5th century BC. This work is often considered one of the foundational texts in military philosophy and strategy. The book emphasizes the importance of strategy over sheer force in warfare, offering insights into planning, tactical maneuvers, and the psychological aspects of conflict, which are relevant for both military leaders and modern strategists. 
  At the beginning of this treatise, readers are introduced to fundamental concepts that shape Sun Tzu's principles of warfare. The opening section highlights the critical importance of understanding the nature of warfare, emphasizing that it is a matter of life and death for the state. Sun Tzu identifies five constant factors that must be considered in military planning: the moral law, heaven (weather), earth (terrain), the commander, and method and discipline. He advocates for strategic planning and adaptability, arguing that victory depends on effectively understanding and applying these elements in command situations. 
  The text also introduces the famous principle that "All warfare is based on deception," establishing a framework for tactical thought that resonates throughout the subsequent chapters.

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  Circus Maximus and the Colosseum...

  Editors Charles River

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  The ambitious and fearless emperors that built the legendary Roman Empire from scratch, the broad-shouldered and bronzed gladiators with their iconic plume helmets and glinting swords, and elaborate parties attended by toga-wearing Romans fueled by alcohol, violence, orgies, and other godless acts all paint a picture of Roman life. 
  At the Circus Maximus, the guttural cheers of the spectators reverberated across the enormous open space, but their cries could hardly be heard over the rumble of the ground. On the ellipse-shaped track, 5 charioteers would skew their bodies and steer their magnificent vehicles around the curves. Gusts of sand and dirt flew up from the whizzing wheels and encircled the pounding hooves of the stunning stallions. Distracted personnel and guards dragging their feet were considered fair game. As one chariot careened to the side, preparing to collide with another chariot, a row of guards might have to try to duck out of the way in the nick of time. Some would be trampled by hooves. Chariot races were dangerous for participants too. A charioteer could become disoriented and fail to position himself as his horses moved instinctively, sending his body catapulting forward out of the chariot. Needless to say, chariot racing in Rome was a nail-biting spectacle. 
  When the Colosseum was built in the late 1st century A.D., the Romans, a people known for their architectural acumen, managed to amaze themselves. Martial believed the Colosseum was so grand a monument that it was even greater than the other Wonders of the Ancient World, which had been written about and visited endlessly by the Romans and Greeks in antiquity. The Colosseum was a spectacular achievement in architecture, something new and innovative, and therefore an amazing “Wonder” in its own way. The Colosseum is a large stadium even by today’s standards, and its great size conveys the power of the empire as it dominates the landscape and towers over nearby buildings.

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  Set Healthy Boundaries - Reclaim...

  Sarah Evanson

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  Set Healthy Boundaries: Reclaim Yourself, Discover The Art Of Saying No, Set Yourself Free From Guilt & Stop Overthinking Your Relationships & Relieve Your Anxiety 
  Discover How You Can Set Yourself Free, Stop Being A Doormat & Start Living Your Best Life By Setting Healthy Boundaries & Learning The Art Of Saying No!  
  "Set Healthy Boundaries" is a comprehensive practical guide to understanding and implementing healthy boundaries in your relationships.  
  Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or resentful in your personal or professional relationships? Do you struggle to say no or find yourself giving in to the demands of others, even if it's at your own expense? 
  This audiobook will help you reclaim yourself and discover the art of saying no, setting yourself free, and overcoming anxiety in your relationships. 
   You will discover how to identify and communicate your needs, establish clear boundaries, and improve your communication skills. 
  This is the blueprint you need for healthier interpersonal relations!  
  here's what you can find inside:A Comprehensive Guide To Understanding And Implementing Healthy Boundaries In ALL Your Relationships Real-Life Examples And Practical Exercises To Help You Apply The Strategies InsideTopics Such As Identifying And Communicating Your Needs, Establishing Clear Boundaries, And Recognizing Boundary Violations (And What To Do When That Happens) Guidance On How To Handle Conflicts Consciously And Maintain Healthy Relationships  
  "Set Healthy Boundaries" is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to improve their communication skills, reduce anxiety, and take control of their most important relationships. So Scroll Up And Click “Buy This Audiobook” Today.

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  Guddo

  Anónimo

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  ‘Guddo’ by Kesra Ram is an emotional and painful story of two women, Guddo and Preeto, whose lives are filled with struggle, oppression, and silent suffering. The novel highlights how women often endure lifelong pain due to societal pressures, family honor, and traditions that leave them with no voice or choice.

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  The Alice Crimmins Case

  Anais Renevier

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  New York, Summer of 1965. 
   
   
   
  One hot summer, two young children disappeared from their first-floor apartment in the Kew Gardens neighborhood of Queens, New York. Their mother, Alice Crimmins, reported them missing to the police. Later that day, the body of four-year-old Missy was found in a vacant lot, showing signs of having been strangled. The body of five-year-old Eddie, Jr., was found several days later. 
   
   
   
  Police were immediately suspicious of the mother. Recently divorced, with teased red hair and heavy makeup, Alice Crimmins did not fit the maternal ideal held by the predominantly Catholic police detectives on the case. Her every action was scrutinized: Was she behaving like a grief-stricken mother or like a coldhearted killer? After three years of police surveillance, Alice was charged with the murder of her children in 1968 in a highly publicized trial. Ultimately found guilty of manslaughter, Alice spent a decade in prison before being released on parole in 1977. 
   
   
   
  But was she truly guilty, or just the victim of police bias and misogynistic judgment? Journalist Anaïs Renevier revisits the case, exploring one of the most famous and divisive trials in recent American history.

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