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  The Persian Famine of 1869-1871...

  Sarah Willards

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  The Persian Famine of 1869-1871 stands as one of the most devastating human catastrophes in the history of 19th-century Persia. It was a tragedy of massive proportions, affecting a significant portion of the population, leading to widespread death, displacement, and suffering. The famine took place during a period of political and economic instability in Persia, under the rule of the Qajar dynasty, and its consequences would resonate throughout the region for years to come. 
  The immediate causes of the famine were a combination of natural disasters, economic mismanagement, and poor governance. A severe drought struck the region in the early years of the famine, leading to crop failures across vast areas of Persia. Wheat and barley, which formed the staple diet of the population, were decimated, leaving millions without their primary source of food. This was further compounded by the devastation of locust swarms that wiped out whatever little remained of the crops. The government’s inability to respond effectively to these crises exacerbated the situation, as there was no coordinated effort to distribute food or provide relief to the suffering population. 
  The geography of Persia also played a significant role in the scale of the famine. With its vast arid regions and limited irrigation infrastructure, Persia was highly vulnerable to fluctuations in climate and weather. The droughts, combined with an inefficient agricultural system, led to widespread food shortages, particularly in the rural areas where most of the population lived. In the cities, food prices soared, making it even more difficult for the poor to survive. As the crisis deepened, people were forced to resort to extreme measures for survival, including selling their children into slavery or fleeing to other regions in search of food.

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  Musings of a Baby Boomer - Life...

  Kay Hoflander

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  An honest, humorous, and refreshing look back on the experiences of a unique generation and the challenges of growing older in the digital age.Musings of a Baby Boomer: Life Before X, Y, and Z is a collection of selected shorts from Hoflander’s weekly newspaper column “Full Circle,” featuring sometimes funny and sometimes philosophical stories with a continuous theme: the reluctant, but generally happy, aging of the Baby Boomer generation. In this collection, Hoflander tells stories about everything from yard flamingos and college move-in day to battling internet bots. She reflects on the simpler times of her childhood and addresses present-day changes to which, as a baby boomer, she adapts: memory loss, evolving technology, and politics. Through it all, she uses humor and wit to remind readers not to take life too seriously—and to focus on the things that really matter.“This book entails family, friends, and wisdom from the perspective of the baby boomer generation! A great read for all! Delightful.” —Teresa Parson, First Lady of Missouri“America needs healing, and instead of destroying our history, perhaps musings from those who have been part of history can provide a way forward. That is what Kay Hoflander's book offers.” —Lieutenant Colonel Allen B. West (US Army, Retired), Member, 112th U.S. Congress, Former Chairman, Republican Party of Texas“Hoflander has the magical skills to hit upon daily life with humor and understanding . . . For younger readers, this book just may help you better understand your parents or grandparents. It is a book for all generations to enjoy.” —Suzanne Skelly, University of Missouri Graduate Educator, Realtor, Genealogist and life-long Bibliophile

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  Edna St Vincent Millay Reads Her...

  Edna St Vincent Millay

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  Edna St. Vincent Millay (February 22, 1892 to October 19, 1950) was an American lyrical poet and playwright. Millay was a renowned social figure and noted feminist in New York City during the Roaring Twenties and beyond. Millay won the 1923 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry for her poem "The Ballad of the Harp-Weaver"; she was the first woman and second person to win the award. In 1943, Millay was the sixth person and the second woman to be awarded the Frost Medal for her lifetime contribution to American poetry. The following recordings include "The Ballad Of The Harp-Weaver," "Childhood Is The Kingdom Where Nobody Dies," "Recuerdo," "This Beast That Rends Me," "Not In A Silver Casket Cool With Pearls," "Love Is Not All (Sonnet XXX)," "Sorrowful Dreams," "Oh, Sleep Forever In The Latmian Cave," "I Shall Forget You Presently, My Dear (Sonnet IV)," and "Renascence."

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  Apollo 1 and the Space Shuttle...

  Editors Charles River

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  As Apollo 11’s name suggests, there were actually a number of Apollo missions that came before, many of which included testing the rockets and different orbital and lunar modules in orbit. In fact, it wasn’t until Apollo 8 that a manned vehicle was sent towards the Moon and back, and before that mission, the most famous Apollo mission was Apollo 1, albeit for all the wrong reasons.  
  There were no delusions regarding the dangers of manned space travel, but they were brought home on January 27, 1967, when all three astronauts were killed by a fire that ignited in the cabin during a launch rehearsal. To this day, there is still debate over what ignited the fire, but the disaster made clear that the modules being used by NASA had a series of fatal flaws. After the Apollo 1 tragedy, NASA changed its plans by first running a series of unmanned missions to test the Saturn rockets and the different modules throughout 1967 and early 1968. and it would not be until Apollo 7 launched about 20 months after the disaster that NASA dared to conduct another manned mission.  
  	On the morning of January 28, 1986, the Space Shuttle Challenger launched for the 10th time, beginning mission STS-51-L. Space shuttles had already successfully completed 24 missions, and no American spacecraft had ever failed to reach orbit during an official mission. On this mission, the Challenger was carrying a satellite for the Tracking and Data Relay Satellites system, which was to be deployed in orbit. The crew included Ronald McNair, who had already been the second African-American in space, and Ellison Onizuka, who had already been the first Asian-American astronaut in space. But the highlight of the mission was to be the “NASA Teacher in Space Project,” in which a civilian teacher would give teaching lessons to his or her class while onboard the space shuttle.

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  Mastering Your Emotions: The...

  AHMED MUSA

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  There is a great book called "Mastering Your Emotions: The Complete Guide to Emotional Intelligence" that can help you understand your feelings better and work toward your goals. The world we live in changes quickly and isn't always easy to plan for. Know how you feel and take charge of it if you want to do well at work and in your personal life. You can learn a lot about the different parts of emotional intelligence (EI) in this book. It helps people deal with their emotions in a good way. 
  As this book says, emotional intelligence is made up of four main parts: knowing yourself, controlling your emotions, having understanding, and having good social skills. We put a lot of thought into this whole thing to help you understand and handle your feelings. This will help you choose better and get along better with others. You'll learn what makes you sad, how to deal with stress, and how to get through hard times. You can use the projects and real-life examples in this book to bring these ideas into your everyday life. This will help you make friends and grow as a person. 
  "Mastering Your Emotions" also talks about how getting to know someone can help you get along better with them. If you know how other people feel, you can make friends and talk to them better. Keep these tips in mind if you want to make a good space at home, at work, or with friends.

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  Anand Sahib Da Guhaj - Saachi...

  Ram Singh California

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  Book: Anand Sahib Da Guhaj 
  Author: Ram Singh California 
  Anand Sahib Da Guhaj offers a deep and insightful commentary on Guru Amar Das Ji’s Anand Sahib, revealing its spiritual essence and timeless wisdom. Ram Singh California explores the path to inner bliss and contentment, making the teachings of this sacred Sikh composition accessible and relevant for modern readers. A valuable guide for seekers and scholars of Sikh spirituality. 
  You can order it from Sikh Siyasat and get it delivered anywhere in the world.

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