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  Imperial Rome - From Augustus to...

  Rogan Fish

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  The fall of the Roman Republic in the late first century BCE paved the way for a new era, one defined by the leadership of a single man: Augustus. Born Gaius Octavius, he emerged as the heir of Julius Caesar and transformed Rome from a state of political turmoil into a stable empire. His rise to power was marked by strategic alliances, military victories, and significant political reforms that laid the foundation for imperial rule. 
  The aftermath of the Republic’s collapse saw Rome in chaos. The assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BCE triggered a power struggle between his supporters and those who sought to restore the old Republic. Octavian, as he was then known, capitalized on his status as Caesar’s adopted son and formed the Second Triumvirate with Mark Antony and Marcus Lepidus. Together, they pursued and defeated Caesar’s assassins, Brutus and Cassius, at the Battle of Philippi in 42 BCE. However, tensions among the triumvirs soon escalated. Lepidus was forced into retirement, and Octavian turned against Antony, who had allied himself with Cleopatra of Egypt. Their rivalry culminated in the Battle of Actium in 31 BCE, where Octavian’s naval forces decisively defeated Antony and Cleopatra, leading to their eventual suicides. With no remaining challengers, Octavian stood as the unopposed ruler of Rome. 
  Rather than seizing power as a dictator, Octavian carefully crafted his authority to appear as a restoration of Republican values. In 27 BCE, he formally returned power to the Senate, a move that won him widespread support and the honorary title "Augustus." However, this gesture was largely symbolic, as he retained control over the military and key provinces. His governance established the principate, a system in which the emperor ruled under the guise of republican traditions while holding ultimate authority.

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  Dog Meat Samosa

  Stanley Gazemba

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  Nairobi, Kenya’s capital, is a rambling traffic-choked metropolis, bursting at the seams with people striving to earn a living on its mean streets. While Nairobi has every appearance of a fast-growing, modern African city with the mushrooming skyscrapers and superhighways, the city possesses a dark underbelly. Dog Meat Samosa delves into the bowels of Nairobi’s crowded urban backstreets to paint a gritty picture of its underworld, to describe the human experience within this once glorious “City in the Sun” that has since metamorphosed into a cutthroat hustlers’ paradise.

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  Navigating the Storm: Raising An...

  Lena Winters

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  If you've always wanted a peaceful home life with your explosive ADHD child but feel overwhelmed by constant meltdowns, then keep reading… 
  Are you exhausted from walking on eggshells, never knowing when the next explosion will happen? 
  Have you tried countless parenting books and techniques, only to find yourself back at square one? 
  Do you finally want to say goodbye to family chaos and discover a way to nurture your child's strengths while maintaining your own sanity? 
  If so, then you've come to the right place. 
  You see, transforming your home from a battleground to a haven doesn't have to be an impossible dream. 
  Even if you've tried behavior charts, strict routines, or giving in to avoid meltdowns – all without lasting success. 
  In fact, it's more achievable than you might think.  
  Here's just a tiny fraction of what you'll discover:The 4 crucial steps to defusing an explosive situation before it spirals out of controlWhy traditional reward-punishment systems often backfire with ADHD kids – and what to use insteadHow to identify and harness your child's unique strengths to boost their self-esteem and reduce frustration5 common misconceptions about explosive ADHD behavior that may be hindering your progressHow to reclaim hours of your day with a simple shift in your family's problem-solving approach 
  …and much, much more! 
  So even if you feel like you're constantly navigating a minefield of emotions and outbursts, you can create a more harmonious family life with the insights and strategies in this book. 
  And if you're ready to embark on a journey that will not only transform your child's behavior but also strengthen your entire family's resilience and connection, then scroll up and click "add to cart".

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  Gratitude Shift The: Rewiring...

  Hoang Nguyen

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  More than just a holiday listen, this is a practical guide grounded in neuroscience and positive psychology. Learn the simple, daily exercises that can literally rewire your brain to default to gratitude, reducing stress and increasing resilience. Narrated with calming clarity, this audiobook provides the tools to make thankfulness a life-changing habit, long after the pumpkin pie is gone. Discover how to transform your mindset, build emotional strength, and find joy in everyday moments through scientifically-backed techniques that create lasting neural pathways for happiness and contentment.

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  A Rare Recording of Evelyn Waugh

  Evelyn Waugh

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  Arthur Evelyn St. John Waugh (October 28, 1903 - April 10, 1966) was an English writer of novels, biographies, and travel books; he was also a prolific journalist and book reviewer. His most famous works include Decline and Fall (1928) and A Handful of Dust (1934), the novel, Brideshead Revisited (1945). He is recognized as one of the great prose stylists of the English language in the 20th century. In this recording, Waugh discusses God, religion, writing, and his conversion to Catholicism.

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  The In-Between in Javanese...

  Sumarsam

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  This book is the first comprehensive overview of Javanese performing arts from their origins to their dynamic present. Renowned scholar and musician Sumarsam draws from a lifetime of immersion in both wayang and gamelan to guide readers through the concept of the "in-between," revealing how the interplay of dualisms—myth and history, sacred and secular, personal and cultural—forms the bedrock of Javanese performance. Rigorously researched historical case studies reveal the intricate relationship between histories and mythologies in Java. Wayang, accompanied by gamelan, is a multimedia performance imbued with rich historical, aesthetic, religious, and emotional associations. Sumarsam delves into this intricate, profound, and ever-evolving art form, exploring its diverse manifestations and venues, from courtly village entertainment-cum-ritual to palace-based aesthetic expressions of cultural proficiency; from coastal mercantile entrepots to the verdant wet rice terraces of Java; from colonial plantation and textile factory cultures to communities centered around contemporary industrial estates and creative economy initiatives. An essential resource for scholars, musicians, and enthusiasts of wayang and gamelan, The In-Between in Javanese Performing Arts offers an unparalleled immersion into the heart of traditional Javanese performing arts, revealing their profound impact on Javanese culture, identity, and artistic expression.

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