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  Goddess Manifestation: Awakening...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Step into the sacred energy of divine feminine wisdom and unlock the power of manifestation with the guidance of goddesses from various traditions. This course invites you to connect with Brigid, the Celtic goddess of fire and creativity; Cerridwen, the keeper of transformation and wisdom; Mielikki, the Finnish goddess of the forest and abundance; and the Nine Muses, the ancient Greek sources of artistic and intellectual inspiration. Through guidance, rituals, and reflective practices, you will learn how to channel their unique energies to spark creativity, cultivate intuition, and bring your deepest desires into reality. Whether you seek artistic inspiration, personal transformation, or a deeper spiritual connection, these goddesses offer their blessings to guide your journey. 
  Embrace their wisdom, ignite your inner fire, and manifest a life filled with creativity, abundance, and purpose. 
  Goddess Manifestation: Awakening Inspiration and Divine Energy 
  Unlock the transformative power of ancient goddesses and muses to ignite your inner creativity and spiritual growth. 
  Embark on a sacred journey with Goddess Manifestation: Awakening Inspiration and Divine Energy, a comprehensive guide that bridges ancient wisdom with modern spiritual practices. This enlightening book invites you to connect with the divine energies of the Nine Muses of Greek mythology—patronesses of the arts and sciences—to awaken your creative potential and inspire personal expression.

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  Disorientation - Being Black in...

  Sian Williams

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  A Boston Globe Best Book of 2021: “Lyrical, closely observed” essays on being Black in the US, Canada, and Trinidad, and how those experiences differed (Kirkus Reviews). 
   
  Finalist for the 2021 Hilary Weston Writers’ Trust Prize for Nonfiction 
   
  With that one eloquent word, disorientation, Scotiabank Giller Award winner Ian Williams captures the impact of racial encounters on racialized people—the whiplash of race that occurs while minding one’s own business. Sometimes the consequences are only irritating, but sometimes they are deadly. Spurred by the police killings and street protests of 2020, Williams offers a perspective that is distinct from that of US writers addressing similar themes. Williams has lived in Trinidad (where he was never the only Black person in the room), in Canada (where he often was), and in the United States (where as a Black man from the Caribbean, he was a different kind of “only”). He brings these formative experiences fruitfully to bear on his theme in Disorientation. 
   
  Inspired by the essays of James Baldwin, in which the personal becomes the gateway to larger ideas, Williams explores such matters as the unmistakable moment when a child realizes they are Black; the ten characteristics of institutional whiteness; how friendship forms a bulwark against being a target of racism; the meaning and uses of a Black person’s smile; and blame culture—or how do we make meaningful change when no one feels responsible for the systemic structures of the past. 
   
  Disorientation is a book for all readers who believe that civil conversation on even the most charged subjects is possible. Employing his wit, his empathy for all, and his vast and astonishing gift for language, Ian Williams gives readers an open, candid, and personal perspective on an undeniably important subject. 
   
  “Honest, vulnerable, courageous and funny.” —Lawrence Hill, author of The Book of Negroes

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  Fervent Freedom Fighters -...

  Daniel Cosculluela

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  This anthology brings to light the richness of the pamphleteer tradition in France, between the 16th and 20th centuries. Though satirists and pamphleteers have emerged out of various political backgrounds down through the centuries, what they have in common is irreverence, courage and insubordination to all forms of power. Among them: Blanqui, Bloy, Desmoulins, Libertad, Proudhon, Rivarol, Séverine Vallès and Zo d'Axa.
  At a time when freedom of expression is increasingly questioned, Daniel Cosculluela wanted to resurrect the fighting spirit of those who acted and wrote, often at the risk of their lives. Many of these fighters for freedom of speech and thought had to flee their countries to avoid prison or assassination. 
  The author wanted to engage in a dialogue with those who live on through our thoughts, dreams and revolts. His choices are personal, but the writers selected have all played a major role in the movement of ideas which inspire, consciously or not, the commitment and the choises of millions of men and women today.

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  The Tang Dynasty - Cultural...

  Jun Liu

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  The Tang Dynasty (618–907 CE) emerged after the collapse of the short-lived Sui Dynasty, which had failed due to internal strife, heavy taxation, and forced labor projects that drained the empire’s resources. The fall of the Sui created a power vacuum, allowing various factions to vie for control. Amid this turmoil, Li Yuan, a former Sui general, led a successful rebellion and established the Tang Dynasty in 618 CE, taking the throne as Emperor Gaozu. His leadership set the foundation for one of China’s most influential and prosperous dynasties. 
  Emperor Gaozu focused on stabilizing the empire by reforming the government, lowering excessive taxes, and restoring order to a nation weakened by years of misrule. However, his reign was relatively short-lived as his son, Li Shimin, proved to be a more capable leader. In 626 CE, Li Shimin forced his father to abdicate and took the throne as Emperor Taizong. His ascension marked the true consolidation of Tang power and the beginning of an era of expansion, reform, and cultural advancement. 
  Under Emperor Taizong’s rule, the Tang Dynasty established a strong centralized government based on Confucian principles. He refined the imperial examination system, ensuring that officials were chosen based on merit rather than birthright. This system allowed for the creation of a competent and efficient bureaucracy, which would become a hallmark of Tang governance. Additionally, Taizong worked to solidify China’s borders by engaging in strategic military campaigns. His army pushed westward into Central Asia, securing control over key trade routes and strengthening the empire’s influence along the Silk Road. These military victories, combined with diplomatic relations with neighboring states, positioned the Tang Dynasty as a dominant force in East Asia.

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  Sir Humphrey Gilbert's Voyage to...

  Edward Hayes

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  Dive into the heart of maritime adventure with Sir Humphrey Gilbert's Voyage to Newfoundland by Edward Hayes. This riveting narrative takes you on board the daring 1583 expedition led by one of England's most ambitious yet overlooked explorers, Sir Humphrey Gilbert. Through the eyes of Edward Hayes, a key commander in Gilbert's fleet, readers are transported to a time of uncharted waters, fierce storms, and the relentless quest to claim Newfoundland for the English crown. 
  Hayes's vivid storytelling not only captures the essence of Tudor-era exploration but also highlights Gilbert's significant, though often underappreciated, role in the early English colonization efforts in North America. Experience the triumphs, the challenges, and the tragic end of a mission that laid the groundwork for the eventual establishment of English-speaking North America. 
  Sir Humphrey Gilbert's Voyage to Newfoundland is more than just a tale of adventure. It’s a testament to the courage, determination, and visionary spirit of those who dared to dream big. Ideal for history buffs, adventure lovers, and anyone fascinated by the stories of epic human endeavors, this book promises an unforgettable journey into the pages of history. 
  Join us in reliving an expedition that marked the dawn of the British Empire in the Americas and showcased the undying spirit of exploration. 
  This audiobook was narrated and produced by RAM Studios, where humans and artificial intelligence collaborate to create an excellent listening experience. (The reading is done primarily by AI)

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  Corporal Cannon - A Female...

  Savannah Cannon

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  Not even old enough to drink, Corporal Savannah Cannon is a young enlisted United States Marine deployed to support Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan in 2010. As a tactical data networking specialist, she is sent away from everyone she knows and attached to a Regimental Combat Team where women are not allowed to repair communications. Her experiences over the next few months shed light on the unique and difficult positions women are placed in when supporting combat roles, while offering a raw look at the painful choices women must sometimes make. 
   
   
   
  Cannon finds herself in a combat zone, ostracized from family, friends, and even her fellow Marines as the men are told to avoid her. The connections she makes are born from trauma and desperation and the choices she makes will echo throughout many lives. 
   
   
   
  Corporal Cannon is not the story of a heroine; it is the hard-hitting account of just one of the flawed individuals who make up the United States' fighting forces. Mistakes in the battlefield can have dire consequences, personally and professionally. Reflecting on her time in service, the author weaves a story of past and present, and the healing that can come with admitting our mistakes and moving past them.

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