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  Capturing News Capturing...

  Mel Bunce, Kate Wright, Martin...

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  The Voice of America (VOA) is the oldest and largest US government-funded international media organization. In 2020, Donald Trump nominated Michael Pack, a right-wing documentarian and close friend of Steve Bannon, to lead the US Agency for Global Media—the independent federal agency overseeing US-funded international media. During Pack's seven month tenure, more than thirty whistleblowers filed complaints against him, and a judge ruled that he had infringed journalists' constitutional right to freedom of speech. 
   
   
   
  How did such a major international public service media network become intensely politicized by government allies in such a short time, despite having its editorial independence protected by law? 
   
   
   
  Capturing News, Capturing Democracy puts these events in historical and international context—and develops a new analytical framework for understanding government capture and its connection to broader processes of democratic backsliding. Drawing from in-depth interviews with network managers and journalists, and analysis of private correspondence and internal documents, Kate Wright, Martin Scott, and Mel Bunce analyze how political appointees, White House officials, and right-wing media influenced VOA—changing its reporting of the Black Lives Matter movement, and the 2020 presidential election.

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  Wake the Others - A Biography of...

  Willy Palomo

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  Half-memoir, half-biography, Wake The Others wrestles with the legacy of the Salvadoran Civil War. Blending lyric and narrative, Palomo traces his mother’s childhood, war experiences, family separation, migration, and its aftermath. Political without sacrificing craft, confessional without navel-gazing, this debut collection of poetry guides readers through the quagmire of family secrets to a place where healing is possible. 
  "Willy Palomo’s outstanding debut takes a scalpel to the heart of biography as a genre, cuts through to the arteries of inherited nostalgia for a motherland, and opens the capillaries of a mama, abuela, and bisabuela’s traumas. This book is a gut wrenching family narrative of the history of violence in El Salvador and a family’s journey north in hope of stability and the possibility of joy. Palomo’s poems are an important and unique addition to the growing voice of Central American writers in the United States.”  
  —Natalie Scenters-Zapico, author of The Verging Cities and Lima :: Limón

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  Hindutva-Pop - Ek Chhipi Hui...

  Kunal Purohit

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  Please note: This audiobook is in Hindi 
   
  Can a song trigger a murder? 
  Can a poem spark a riot? 
  Can a book divide a people? 
  Away from the gaze of mainstream urban media, across India's dusty, sleepy towns, a brand of popular culture is quietly seizing the imagination of millions, on the internet and off it. From catchy songs with acerbic lyrics to poetry recited in kavi sammelans to social media influencers shaping opinions with their brand of 'breaking news' to books rescripting historical events, 'Hindutva Pop' or H-Pop is steadily creating societal acceptability for Hindutva's core beliefs. By cleverly inserting Hindutva into popular culture, H-Pop normalizes Islamophobia, demonizes minorities and vilifies its critics each day, without ever making headlines. 
  What makes H-Pop so popular? Who are its stars and its audience? Who is pouring in the money, the effort and the resources to produce and broadcast it? What is its impact on the BJP and Prime Minister Modi's popularity? And what kind of an India is it trying to create? 
  These are some of the questions that award-winning independent journalist Kunal Purohit explores in this riveting investigative book as he travels through India, profiling some of H-Pop's most prolific and popular creators--its stars and celebrities. He interrogates whether the creators are driven by ideology or commerce, and what motivates the audience to consume their daily dose of bigotry. In doing so, Purohit uncovers the frightening face of a New India--one that is united by hate, divided by art.

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  Stoicism - A Practical Guide to...

  Daniel Townsend

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  You're exhausted from trying to control things that were never yours to control.
  You keep pushing at a job that doesn't value you, staying in a relationship that drains you, worrying constantly about what might go wrong tomorrow. Nothing actually changes. Except you. You're more tired, more frustrated, and further from the peace you're chasing.
  Two thousand years ago, the Stoics discovered something we've forgotten: your peace doesn't depend on what happens to you. It depends on how you respond. Marcus Aurelius ruled an empire during plague and war, yet found inner calm. Epictetus was born a slave, yet became one of history's wisest teachers. Their secret wasn't controlling the world. It was mastering themselves.
  This book brings ancient Stoic wisdom into your daily life. You'll learn how the Stoics separated what they could control from what they couldn't, how they stayed steady during chaos, and how they built unshakable inner strength.
  When you stop trying to control everything, you finally master the one thing that matters: yourself.
  All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without prior written permission of the copyright holder.

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  Secrets of a Suitcase - The...

  Pauline Terreehorst

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  When Pauline Terreehorst bid for a vintage Gucci suitcase at Sotheby's Amsterdam, she had no idea what was inside. The case turned out to be full of fine dresses, furs, and lace, with boxes of postcard albums showing grand castles and churches in Austria, France, England, and Scotland. The curious correspondence revolved around Austrian philanthropist Countess Margarethe Szapary, and her daughter. 
   
   
   
  These unexpected family treasures are a gateway to a lost world: social, cultural, and political life as the Szaparys knew it vanished in twentieth-century Europe's great upheavals. Borders were redrawn, old cities received new names, communities changed loyalties—and Central Europe's cosmopolitan, royalist aristocrats had to decide whether to become Germans under Nazi rule. 
   
   
   
  What did Margarethe choose, when her new neighbor Hermann Goring came knocking with a troubling request? What were the consequences for her and her children? And how did the family's suitcase cross war-torn Europe to end up in Terreehorst's hands decades later?

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  100 Amazing Facts about Alaska -...

  Marc Dresgui

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  Dive into the fascinating world of Alaska with "100 Amazing Facts on Alaska" - the book that turns every page into an adventure! 🦌 
  Have you ever wondered:Why do some lakes in Alaska glow at night?How do eagles fish with such precision?What are the hidden stories behind the talking forests?Why do Alaska's whales sing unique melodies?What's the secret behind the stones that move on their own?What is the story of the city lost under the ice?Why do flowers only open at midnight on a specific island?How do sea lions dance under the waves? 
  Why this book is a perfect gift for children:Awakens curiosity and learning: Each fact offers a new discovery, stimulating the interest and curiosity of young minds.Educational journey: This book is an invaluable resource for learning in a fun way about ecology, history, and culture.Development of imagination: Fascinating stories stimulate the imagination, transporting young readers to a world of natural wonders and mysteries.Reading skills enhancement: With engaging and accessible writing, this book encourages children to love reading and improve their reading skills.Family interaction: Perfect for family reading, this book offers the opportunity to share precious moments and learn together.Diversity of topics: Covering a wide range of subjects, the book provides extensive knowledge on different aspects of Alaska. 
  "100 Amazing Facts on Alaska" is not just a book, it's a gateway to a land full of mystery and adventure. Ideal for young minds eager for knowledge, it is a valuable asset for any family library. Order now and embark on an unforgettable journey to the heart of Alaska!

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