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  The American Imperative -...

  Daniel F. Runde

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  It's time for America to get back in the international leadership game. 
   
   
   
  What should our global strategy look like in an age of renewed great power competition? And what must America offer to a newly empowered developing world when we're no longer the only major player? 
   
   
   
  In The American Imperative, international development expert Daniel Runde makes the case for building a new global consensus through vigorous internationalism and the judicious use of soft power. Runde maps out many of the steps that we need to take—primarily in the non-military sphere—to ensure an alliance of stable and secure, like-minded, self-reliant partner nations in order to prevent rising authoritarian powers such as China from running the world.

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  Exploits of Ben Arnold The:...

  Ben Arnold, Lewis F. Crawford

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  The Exploits Of Ben Arnold, Wa-Si-Cu Tam-A-He-Ca is an Authentic Narrative Of Sixty Years In The Old West As Indian Fighter, Gold Miner, Cowboy, Hunter And Army Scout. He gives many first hand accounts of the treaty signings with the Indians.  He speaks of his meetings with Sitting Bull, Crazy Horse, Spotted tail and many others. The many times the government lied and cheated the Indians out of their land and what the government agreed to pay them. Also many vivid descriptions of daring feats and real life events that are told here for the first time. A must book for those interested in the history of the settlement of the wilderness along the Missouri River and West of it. There is also a harsh criticism of General Crook's failure in the the Little Bighorn Massacre.

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  Revolting Prostitutes - The...

  Juno Mac, Molly Smith

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  How the law harms sex workers—and what they want instead 
   
   
   
  Do you have to endorse prostitution in order to support sex worker rights? Should clients be criminalized, and can the police deliver justice? 
   
   
   
  In Revolting Prostitutes, sex workers Juno Mac and Molly Smith bring a fresh perspective to questions that have long been contentious. Speaking from a growing global sex worker rights movement, and situating their argument firmly within wider questions of migration, work, feminism, and resistance to white supremacy, they make it clear that anyone committed to working towards justice and freedom should be in support of the sex worker rights movement. 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Slavic Mythology for Beginners -...

  Johnny Nelson

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  Embark on a captivating journey into the heart of Eastern Europe's rich tapestry of folklore with "Slavic Mythology for Beginners: Baba Yaga, Domovoi, and the Forest Spirits of Eastern Europe." This immersive audiobook delves deep into the enchanting world of Slavic myths, unraveling tales that have been whispered through generations, shaping the cultural and spiritual landscape of nations. 
  Discover the enigmatic Baba Yaga, the fearsome witch of the woods who dwells in a hut perched on chicken legs, simultaneously a guardian and a menace. Explore the mysteries of the Domovoi, the benevolent household spirits believed to protect families and bring prosperity. Venture into the dense forests to meet the Leshy, mischievous woodland beings who guard the secrets of the trees, and uncover the lore of the Rusalka, ethereal water nymphs with tales as deep as the rivers they inhabit. 
  This audiobook offers more than just stories; it provides a comprehensive exploration of the origins, symbolism, and cultural significance of these myths. Through engaging narratives and insightful commentary, listeners will gain an understanding of how these legends reflect the values, fears, and hopes of the Slavic people. 
  Perfect for enthusiasts of mythology, folklore, and cultural history, this audiobook serves as an accessible introduction to Slavic mythological traditions. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned scholar, you'll find a wealth of knowledge and inspiration in these tales. 
  With its rich storytelling and informative insights, "Slavic Mythology for Beginners" invites you to step into a world where the line between the natural and the supernatural blurs, and where every shadow in the forest holds a story waiting to be told. 
  Ideal for listeners seeking to deepen their understanding of Slavic cultures, explore comparative mythology, or simply enjoy timeless tales of magic and mystery.

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  Dharma Artha Kama Moksha -...

  Devdutt Pattanaik, Mihir Saswadkar

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  Artha-shastra is about generating food, i.e. wealth, by creating goods and services; Kama-shastra is about indulging our hungers with this food. Dharma-shastra insists we consider the hunger of others, while Moksha-shastra is about outgrowing our hungers, in order to be detached and generous. Together, these four Hindu shastras provide a framework within which human action, its purposes and consequences, can be defined; together, they validate human existence and give it meaning. 
  In Dharma Artha Kama Moksha, Devdutt Pattanaik uses his unique understanding of mythology to provide an accessible and lucid guide to the Hindu way of thinking, with short essays that are crisp expositions of important concepts.

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  Chicago - A Biography

  Dominic A. Pacyga

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  Chicago has been called by many names. Nelson Algren declared it a “City on the Make.” Carl Sandburg dubbed it the “City of Big Shoulders.” Upton Sinclair christened it “The Jungle,” while New Yorkers, naturally, pronounced it “the Second City.” 
  At last there is a book for all of us, whatever we choose to call Chicago. In this magisterial biography, historian Dominic Pacyga traces the storied past of his hometown, from the explorations of Joliet and Marquette in 1673 to the new wave of urban pioneers today. The city’s great industrialists, reformers, and politicians—and, indeed, the many not-so-great and downright notorious—animate this book, from Al Capone and Jane Addams to Mayor Richard J. Daley and President Barack Obama. But what distinguishes this book from the many others on the subject is its author’s uncommon ability to illuminate the lives of Chicago’s ordinary people. Raised on the city’s South Side and employed for a time in the stockyards, Pacyga gives voice to the city’s steelyard workers and kill floor operators, and maps the neighborhoods distinguished not by Louis Sullivan masterworks, but by bungalows and corner taverns. 
  Filled with the city’s one-of-a-kind characters and all of its defining moments, Chicago: A Biography is as big and boisterous as its namesake—and as ambitious as the men and women who built it.

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