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  Leif Eriksson: A short biography...

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  Leif Eriksson, Viking and first European on American soil: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  Arcane Schools

  John Yarker

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  In this extensive work, John Yarker attempts to trace the history of Masonry and Masonic rites through history, proving its legitimacy through seniority and the power of tradition. Yarker establishes the roots of Masonry in a race he calls the Aryans, a catchall phrase to describe an unknown race of conquerors who developed the early human arts, such as stoneworking, metalworking, and agriculture. Yarker then explains how that civilization gave rise to societies of special knowledge, such at the mathematical and philosophical schools in ancient Greece. From these, he can trace symbolism to modern Freemasonry. PART I—THE ARCANE SCHOOLSI. Archaic LegendsII. Proto-Aryan Civilization and MysteriesIII. Aryan Civilization and Mysteries IV. The Mysteries in Relation to PhilosophyV. Philosophy in Relation to Masonic RitesVI. The Mystic and Hermetic Schools in Christian TimesPART II.—OPERATIVE AND SPECULATIVEVII. Recapitulated Proofs of Ancient MasonryVIII. Masonry in Britain and Saxon England IX. Masonry in Norman TimesX. Freemasonry in Modern TimesPART III.—SPECULATIVE REVIVALXI. Origin of the System Termed High-Grade (Ancient)XII. Freemasonry in the Grand Lodge Era (Modern)XIII. Freemasonry under the United Grand Lodge PART IV.—ANCIENT MSSAppendix. Series of Constitutional Charges

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  Echoes From the Deep - The...

  Davis Truman

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  On May 1, 1915, the majestic RMS Lusitania departed from New York, bound for Liverpool, navigating through the escalating tensions of a war-torn Europe. Just six days later, the Cunard liner met a tragic fate, sinking into the depths of the Atlantic after being struck by a German torpedo. The catastrophe claimed the lives of over a thousand passengers, sending shockwaves across the world and profoundly influencing the American stance on World War I. 
  At the heart of this investigation lies a provocative thesis: the tragic loss of life on the Lusitania was not merely a consequence of wartime hostilities but was exacerbated by decisions and actions that could have been averted. Through detailed analysis, the book questions the accountability of the captain and crew, challenging readers to reconsider the extent to which their actions — or inactions — contributed to the disaster. 
  But this story is not confined to the ill-fated ship alone. "Echoes From the Deep" also examines the broader ramifications of the Lusitania's sinking on American public opinion. The tragedy stirred a powerful emotional response, turning the tide of sentiment and drawing the United States closer to joining the global conflict.  
  Blending historical rigor with compelling storytelling, "Echoes From the Deep" explores tragedy, responsibility, and the complex interplay between individual actions and larger historical forces. This book is essential for history enthusiasts, maritime scholars, and anyone intrigued by the profound impact of the Lusitania disaster on the American war effort.

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  Aristotle for Novelists - 14...

  Douglas Vigliotti

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  In many ways, we've been telling the same stories, over and over, for the last 2300 years. This book will show you why, and how you can do it too. 
  For centuries, dramatic writers have relied on Aristotelian principles to write their stories for the screen and stage—the same stories you stream and watch today. But for the first time ever, the timeless principles from Aristotle’s esteemed Poetics have been adapted for novelists. 
  With succinct clarity, novelist Douglas Vigliotti shows you exactly how to write a novel using tried-and-true principles that have been used since antiquity to tell great stories. These principles are the foundation on which any story can be written. Whether you are writing your first or tenth novel, Aristotle for Novelists has something to offer any serious writer of fiction. It is both a challenge to writers to simplify their craft and a no-frills, impassioned outcry for novelists everywhere.

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  The Grounds of Political Legitimacy

  Fabienne Peter

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  Political decisions have the potential to greatly impact our lives. Think of decisions in relation to abortion or climate change, for example. This makes political legitimacy an important normative concern. But what makes political decisions legitimate? Are they legitimate in virtue of having support from the citizens? Democratic conceptions of political legitimacy answer in the affirmative. Such conceptions rightly highlight that legitimate political decision-making must be sensitive to disagreements among the citizens. 
   
   
   
  Peter argues that the legitimacy of political decisions doesn't just depend on respect for the citizens' will; and defends a novel hybrid conception of political legitimacy, called the Epistemic Accountability conception. According to this conception, political legitimacy also depends on how political decision-making responds to evidence for what there is most reason to do. The Grounds of Political Legitimacy starts with an overview of the main ways in which philosophers have thought about political legitimacy, and identifies the epistemic accountability conception as an overlooked alternative. Considering the norms that should govern political debate, it examines the role of experts in politics, and probes the responsibilities of democratically elected political leaders and as well as of citizens.

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  ELEARNING GOLD - THE ULTIMATE...

  Annette Levesque

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  *Silver Winner 2024 Literary Titan Book Awards* 
  *Winner, Best Book in Education, 2023 International Firebird Book Awards* 
  *Silver Winner, 2023 Nonfiction Book Awards* 
  The world is changing quickly, and the way in which we learn and educate others must adapt along with it. With technology at the crux of all learning, leaders must have a strong grasp on how to create and deliver effective learning and training experiences. 
  In Annette Levesque's new guide Elearning Gold: The Ultimate Guide for Leaders, she facilitates leaders and educators as they navigate the challenging world of virtual education and training programs. Levesque, an experienced leader and education expert, offers practical insights and strategies to help you catapult your learning programs to the next level. From building and launching a virtual learning environment to creating effective policies and strategies for operational excellence, this guide is your key to success. 
  The Elearning Gold roadmap takes its readers on a journey of knowledge, focusing on: 
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  *How to Increase Course Completion Rates and Learner Engagement 
  *Building Your Learning Community 
  *What Leaders Need to Know About Learning Management Systems 
  *Managing Academic Misconduct in your Virtual Learning Program 
  *The Future of AI and Chatbots in Education 
  Relinquish what you thought you knew as an education expert or trainer and embrace this new ideology on how to reach all learners—especially online. These strategies and techniques will help you create elearning systems and content that meet the needs of learners today and also prepares them for tomorrow.

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