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  Breaking the Bombers - How the...

  Mark Shaw

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  'Mark Shaw is the foremost analyst of organised crime in SA.' – Jonny Steinberg
  At the dawn of the country's brave new democracy, Cape Town was at war. Pagad, which began as a community protest action against crime, had mutated into a sinister vigilante group wreaking death and destruction across the city. Between 1996 and 2001, there were hundreds of bomb blasts – most infamously at the Planet Hollywood restaurant at the V&A Waterfront – and countless targeted hits on druglords and gang bosses.
  The police scrambled desperately to respond. The new ANC government was shaken. Citizens of Cape Town lived in fear. Who could save the city?
  Mark Shaw tells the incredible tale of how former foes – struggle cadres and the apartheid security apparatus – pulled together to break the Pagad death squads. Out of this crisis emerged the elite law enforcement unit, the Scorpions.
  It is a story that has never been told in full. Now many involved have broken their silence about this pivotal chapter in South Africa's history, which offers far-reaching lessons on how to deal with organised crime today.

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  Positive Engagement: Handling...

  Ryan Anderson

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  For anyone dealing with negativity in their personal or professional life, "Positive Engagement: Handling Negative People: Strategies to Transform Toxic Interactions" is a vital resource. Whether dealing with a tough coworker, a demanding relative, or an unwilling client, this book offers helpful advice and strategies to help you handle these situations with poise and confidence. 
  Fundamentally, this book teaches you how to comprehend the underlying causes of bad conduct, which will allow you to approach challenging people with empathy instead of annoyance. It offers a variety of techniques to support you in preserving your emotional resilience so that even in the most trying circumstances, you can remain collected and peaceful. 
  Additionally, the book highlights the need for clear communication. You'll discover how to defuse tense situations and promote understanding by using nonviolent communication strategies, setting firm limits, and actively listening. You may create stronger, more cooperative relationships by turning negative interactions into positive communication. 
  Additionally, "Positive Engagement" emphasizes how crucial it is to take care of oneself and create a supportive atmosphere. It provides advice on how to control stress, stay away from burnout, and develop optimism in all facets of your life. This book will provide you the tools to face negativity gracefully, whether it's in your personal relationships or at business, transforming obstacles into chances for development and constructive involvement.

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  Women Reformers

  Marziyah Husain

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  10 women social reformers who fought to bring change in India

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  Bayard Rustin - A Legacy of...

  Michael G. Long

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  While we can all recall images of Martin Luther King Jr. giving his "I Have a Dream" speech in front of a massive crowd at Lincoln Memorial, few of us remember the man who organized this watershed nonviolent protest in eight short weeks: Bayard Rustin. 
   
   
   
  This was far from Rustin's first foray into the fight for civil rights. As a world-traveling pacifist, he brought Gandhi's protest techniques to the forefront of US civil rights demonstrations, helped build the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, led the fight for economic justice, and played a deeply influential role in the life of Dr. King by helping to mold him into an international symbol of nonviolent resistance. Rustin's legacy touches many areas of contemporary life—from civil resistance to violent uprisings, democracy to socialism, and criminal justice reform to war resistance. 
   
   
   
  Despite these achievements, Rustin was often relegated to the background. He was silenced, threatened, arrested, beaten, imprisoned, and fired from important leadership positions, largely because he was an openly gay man in a fiercely homophobic era. This volume draws a full picture of Bayard Rustin: a gay, pacifist, socialist political radical who changed the course of US history and set a precedent for future civil rights activism, from LGBTQ+ Pride to Black Lives Matter.

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  Conduct of Life volume 2

  Moses Almosnino, Walter Hilliger

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  The major work of Rabbi Moses Almosnino (1515-1580), “Conduct of Life,” remains to this day an essential reference in classical Judeo-Spanish literature, now finally available in English in its first translation. First published in Ladino in 1564 as, Sefer Hanhagat ha-hayim and in 1729 as “Regimiento de la vida”, this three-volume edition is part of the prestigious collection Veritas è terra orietur. The work aims to disseminate the timeless teachings of ethics, in the words of the author: “In all that has been said, my intention is only to make you understand how the one who follows the path of virtue and customs of practising good and pure knowledge since childhood, lives a happy and fulfilled life (Volume 1, chapter 2)” This second volume addresses the confusion of indeterminism with free will (Volume 2, chapter 1) and how virtues arise from free will to surpass the force of destiny chapter 2), their conditions (chapter 3); the three types of strength or courage, which is the first virtue (chapter 4), its five properties and eleven conditions (chapter 5); as well as the ten ethical virtues, temperance (chapter 6), the sixteen properties of liberality chapters 7-8), magnificence (chapter 9), magnanimity and its fifty properties (chapter 10-12), modesty (chapter 13), meekness (chapters 14-16), affability (chapter 17), honesty or truth (chapters 18-19), and courtesy (chapter 20); following the order and numbering of Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics.“Conduct of Life” draws heavily from the Nicomachean Ethics but transcends this source by situating itself at the universal intersection of several traditions: Greco-Arabic philosophy, Judeo-Christian scholasticism, classical Sephardic Judaism, and medieval Jewish thought. Thus, this work contributes to peace and intercultural understanding among peoples.

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  Tools for Parenthood -...

  PhD Mary Duncan

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  Feeling overwhelmed with your parenthood journey? 
  Enhance your child's school readiness with Dr. Mary Duncan's comprehensive guide, Tools For Parenthood! This comprehensive resource is designed for parents offering practical strategies and engaging activities to nurture young minds and prepare them for academic success. Discover the secrets to fostering strong parent-child bonds, enhancing cognitive development, and igniting a passion for learning in children aged 0-5 years. With over 1000+ school readiness activities covering math, science, social studies, writing, and reading, this resource book is a treasure trove of educational enrichment. Each activity is carefully crafted to stimulate sensory exploration and hands-on learning using everyday household items.  
  Whether you are a first-time parent seeking guidance or a seasoned caregiver looking to enhance your approach, “Tools for Parenthood” provides actionable insights and easy-to-implement techniques to make learning a fun and rewarding experience for both you and your child. Unlock the potential of your little one and pave the way for a future filled with academic achievement and limitless opportunities.  
  For parents eager to boost their child's confidence and readiness for school, Tools For Parenthood is an insightful tool. Get a copy now to start this empowering journey with your child!

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