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  Underground and Underwater in...

  Editors Charles River

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  Most books and documentaries about the war focus on the carnage of the trenches, depicting the ceaseless bombardment and sniping, and the assaults and counterattacks that took millions of lives. This was the experience of most frontline soldiers during that great conflict, but it was not the only experience. There was another war going on beneath the trenches, a war of tunnels and mines fought by men who didn’t see sunlight for days at a time and who lived in constant fear of cave-ins and enemy detection. These men, who had mostly been miners in civilian life, lived a twilight existence, working long hours in silence and near darkness while great battles raged overhead. They suffered from fatigue, stress, and the knowledge that they could be killed at any time by an unseen enemy. Despite this, they persevered, and the mines they laid under enemy trench systems turned the tide of at least one major battle.  
  	The sleek hunter-killers lurking beneath the waves, using periscopes to close in unnoticed on their prey, added a new, nerve-wracking element to naval warfare. The mere threat of submarine attack immediately altered naval tactics and strategies employed by both the Western Allies and the Central Powers, shifting them towards a more cautious approach, especially at the war’s start when the submarine threat remained untested. 	During World War I, German U-boats operated solo except on one occasion. Initially, the British and nations supplying England with food and materiel scattered vessels singly across the ocean, making them vulnerable to the lone submarines. However, widespread late war re-adoption of the convoy system tipped the odds in the surface ships' favor.

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  Hope Under Oppression

  Katie Stockdale

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  We have all been told, at one time or another, to "never give up hope." It's a common injunction to children, but as we grow older, sustaining hope becomes more challenging, particularly in a world we come to see as often frightening, dark, and unjust. But what is this thing "hope," and why is hope so valuable that we are so often urged to preserve and protect it? 
   
   
   
  This book explores the nature and essential role of hope in human life under conditions of oppression. Oppression is often a threat and damage to hope, yet many members of oppressed groups, including prominent activists pursuing a more just world, find hope valuable and even essential to their personal and political lives. Katie Stockdale offers a unique evaluative framework for hope that captures its intrinsic value, the rationality and morality of hope, and ultimately how we can hope well in the non-ideal world we share. She develops an account of the relationship between hope and anger about oppression and argues that when people are angry about oppression, they tend to also harbor hope for repair. 
   
   
   
  Ultimately, this work illustrates the crucial value of hope for both individuals and collectives in the pursuit of justice, and in an increasingly uncertain world.

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  The Philosophy - A Critical...

  Alex Kain

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  What if the world doesn’t have to be this way? 
  The Philosophy opens with the most human of questions—“What’s the point?”—and dares to follow it wherever it leads. This isn’t just another thought experiment or self-help book. It’s a rallying cry for those who feel the systems around us are broken, yet refuse to believe we are powerless to change them. 
  In a world driven by competition, inequality, and disconnection, The Philosophy is your invitation to radically rethink the game. With bold, practical strategies inspired by transformative ideas like Doughnut Economics and the empowering spirit of The Secret, Alex Kain delivers a deeply personal yet universal exploration of how we can build a society rooted in justice, equity, and shared well-being—not someday, but starting now. 
  Why You Can’t Afford to Miss This Opportunity 
  - It demystifies systemic failure—revealing how poverty, homelessness, and inequality aren’t inevitable but solvable when we treat root causes, not just symptoms. 
  - It reawakens agency—offering a counter-narrative to helplessness by showing how you can contribute meaningfully to lasting social transformation. 
  - It inspires collective ambition—moving beyond personal success to challenge how we measure value, power, and impact in our communities. 
  - It’s not just a book—it’s a blueprint for anyone who wants to live with purpose and be part of something bigger than themselves. 
  This is a manifesto for the change-makers, the questioners, the quietly dissatisfied, and the fiercely hopeful. The Philosophy hands you the lens—and the tools—to see and shape a more humane future. 
  It serves as a harbinger of what is possible if we choose the road less travelled vs continuing to stay the course. Moreover, The Philosophy is an opportunity for us to uncover the world we want to gift to the future. 
  What kind of world will you help create?

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  The Girl from Sicily - A BRAND...

  Siobhan Daiko

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  A heartbreaking tale from wartime Italy, based on a true story 
  Lucia loved her brother Dinu to the depths of her soul, but she also worried about him. He was intelligent yet ambitious, resilient yet hot-headed, and there was a dark side to him that could lead him into terrible trouble one day. 
  Sicily, 1943: Lucia and her twin brother Dinu have always been inseparable, but their bond is threatened when Gero, the son of close family friends in America, arrives in their village. Although she finds herself developing feelings for him, Lucia worries about Gero’s dangerous connections and their influence on her brother. 
  As the chaos of World War II closes in, Lucia must navigate love and loyalty to make a difficult choice. Will she risk that the consequences of her decision could bring untold horrors and affect her family for decades to come? 
  2005: When Jess inherits a baglio, an ancient feudal farmhouse in Sicily, from the grandmother she never knew, she’s determined to uncover the truth about her family’s hidden past. Following the death of her parents and on the brink of divorce, Jess travels to the island alone. There, with the help of a charming Sicilian, she embarks on a quest to unearth a web of long-buried secrets. 
  But answers come at a price, and Jess must decide if she’s ready to confront a truth that could change everything… 
  Inspired by true events, this breath-taking novel reveals the hidden secrets of one Sicilian family across generations. Perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Kristin Hannah, and Kate Quinn, this is an unforgettable tale of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.Readers love Siobhan Daiko's wartime Italy novels: 
  '...like meeting an old, dear friend after a long absence. What a poignant, emotional, thoroughly enjoyable read this was! ... such beautiful prose and such a brilliant story that completely transported me.' Renita D'Silva 
  'an exciting, impeccably-researched wartime adventure with lots of heart ... the perfect mixture of tragedy and happiness' Reader review 
  'A beautiful story with a compelling historical storyline that you won’t want to put down’ Ann Bennett 
  ’I was completely absorbed by … all the characters and intrigue’ Angela Petch 
  'A poignant and emotionally charged novel that explores the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity and I was hooked from start to finish' Reader review 
  'So much heartache but alongside this the love of the people who did so much in WWII' Reader review 
  'a powerful historical novel that I just could not put down' Reader review

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  Madame Q’s Dolly Mops

  Dorian Shellan

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  Sometimes, a gentleman may not want the company of one of the fine ladies at The Nunnery, but rather a pretty young thing to use as a toy. Madame Q must therefore hire dolly mops to fulfill her client's requirements. 
  A dolly mop is a girl, usually a domestic like a maid, who seeks to earn extra money by occasional prostitution. However, most of these girls have no idea what they're getting themselves in to, imagining dolly mopping as some sort of romantic adventure. This means Madame Q needs a trusted accomplice to introduce prospective dolly mops to the realities of what will be expected of them. When she learns of Dr. Onan's predilections, she realizes that he is the perfect person to break them in. 
  This is the story of how Mary and Gertie became dolly mops at The Nunnery.

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  From Penal Colony to Paper...

  Ylia Callan

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  From its very beginnings as a penal colony, Australia's justice system was designed not for fairness, but for control. From Penal Colony to Paper Justice investigates how this history continues to shape modern courts, laws, and policing. 
  This hard-hitting exposé explores: 
  The colonial foundations of punishment and control. 
  How British legal traditions still dominate an "independent" nation. 
  The role of judges, police, and public servants in maintaining the system. 
  Real-world cases that reveal systemic injustice. 
  The cost to ordinary citizens - financial, social and personal. 
  Practical solutions for a fairer, more transparent legal system. 
  Blending history, analysis, and shocking examples, this book challenges the illusion of equality before the law. It shows how justice often functions as "paper justice" - words and procedures that protect power while leaving ordinary people vulnerable. 
  Engaging, uncompromising, and thought-provoking, this audiobook is for anyone who wants to understand the truth behind Australia’s justice system - and what must change for it to finally deliver justice for all.

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