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  The American Operations in WW2:...

  U.S. Army Center of Military...

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  World War II was the largest and most violent armed conflict in the history of mankind. Highly relevant today, World War II has much to teach us, not only about the profession of arms, but also about military preparedness, global strategy, and combined operations in the coalition war against fascism. This book follows military operations of the US Army in the Northern France from 25 July to 14 September 1944. 
  As July 1944 entered its final week, Allied forces in Normandy faced, at least on the surface, a most discouraging situation. In the east, near Caen, the British and Canadians were making little progress against fierce German resistance. In the west, American troops were bogged down in the Norman hedgerows. These massive, square walls of earth, five feet high and topped by hedges, had been used by local farmers over the centuries to divide their fields and protect their crops and cattle from strong ocean winds. The Germans had turned these embankments into fortresses, canalizing the American advance into narrow channels, which were easily covered by antitank weapons and machine guns. The stubborn defenders were also aided by some of the worst weather seen in Normandy since the turn of the century, as incessant downpours turned country lanes into rivers of mud. By 25 July, the size of the Allied beachhead had not even come close to the dimensions that pre D-day planners had anticipated, and the slow progress revived fears in the Allied camp of a return to the static warfare of World War I. Few would have believed that, in the space of a month and a half, Allied armies would stand triumphant at the German border...

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  Empires - A Comprehensive...

  Kelly Mass

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  This book consists of 6 titles, which are: 
  British Empire 
  Carolingian Empire 
  Portuguese Empire 
  Safavid Empire 
  Sasanian Empire 
  Spanish Empire

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  Passion & Provocation: Selected...

  Judith Partelow

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  “Here are poems for the people, reflections of deep sorrow and joy that cover the spectrum of a lifetime—a distillation of passion and pain. Judith Partelow speaks from the heart, shines a light into the soul, captures the fragility of life, and conveys complex emotional experiences with clarity. This collection is truly a treasure.” 
  – Lily Poritz Miller, author, former editor at The Macmillan Company and McGraw-Hill, senior editor at McClelland and Stewart. 
  "Judith Partelow’s poetry collection, Passion & Provocation, is a must-read for any woman who has lived and loved. Her voice will sound as familiar as your own with its yearnings, triumphs, regrets and humor, a voice that speaks from the 'inside out' about a woman’s life today."  
  - Nancy Rubin Stuart, author, POOR RICHARD’S WOMEN: Deborah Read Franklin and the Other Women Behind the Founding Father 
  "Passion and Provocation is a rich compilation of poems about the many phases of womanhood. Partelow uses musical language that sings her emotion: “Tropical ma-an/pulsates to a calypso beat.” In a tender moment, the author ponders the life of a mother: “an endless tune/we dance to all our lives.” She chronicles past relationships, old loves and new, while drawing the reader in with sensual images that celebrate her children and her own younger self. These are poems to savor for their astonishing beauty and contemplative vision."  
  —Robin Smith-Johnson, Author, Dream of the Antique Dealer’s Daughter, and Gale Warnings 
  Passion & Provocation is an invitation to explore the many colors of Judith Partelow’s poetry; a tapestry of threads woven through tender longings and joyful celebrations of love, friendships, marriages, family bonds, the soul, and other themes of a life well lived. 

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  The Channels of Student Activism...

  Amy J. Binder, Jeffrey L. Kidder

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  An eye-opening analysis of collegiate activism and its effects on the divisions in contemporary American politics.  
   
  The past six years have been marked by a contentious political atmosphere that has touched every arena of public life, including higher education. Though most college campuses are considered ideologically progressive, how can it be that the right has been so successful in mobilizing young people even in these environments? 
   
  As Amy J. Binder and Jeffrey L. Kidder show in this surprising analysis of the relationship between political activism on college campuses and the broader US political landscape, while liberal students often outnumber conservatives on college campuses, liberal campus organizing remains removed from national institutions that effectively engage students after graduation. And though they are usually in the minority, conservative student groups have strong ties to national right-leaning organizations, which provide funds and expertise, as well as job opportunities and avenues for involvement after graduation. Though the left is more prominent on campus, the right has built a much more effective system for mobilizing ongoing engagement. What’s more, the conservative college ecosystem has worked to increase the number of political provocations on campus and lower the public’s trust in higher education. 
    
  In analyzing collegiate activism from the left, right, and center, The Channels of Student Activism shows exactly how politically engaged college students are channeled into two distinct forms of mobilization and why that has profound consequences for the future of American politics. 

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  Reckoning The: Book Summary and...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Reckoning, by Mary trump.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mary trump.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  In The Reckoning, Mary trump takes listeners on a profound journey through the hidden forces shaping society and personal success. This audiobook dives deep into the intersections of history, trauma, power, privilege, and societal structures, unraveling the complex web of factors that influence individual and collective productivity.
   
  Through a dynamic exploration of both personal and societal challenges, The Reckoning encourages listeners to confront the legacies of the past and understand how these forces continue to shape the present. By reflecting on historical injustices, economic disparities, and psychological burdens, the author inspires listeners to take control of their personal growth, redefine success, and unlock their true potential.

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  Critical Theory - Challenging...

  Hector Davidson

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  Critical theory is an interdisciplinary approach designed to critique and transform society rather than merely understanding it. Originating from the Frankfurt School in the early 20th century, with key figures like Max Horkheimer, Theodor Adorno, and Herbert Marcuse, critical theory examines how power structures, ideologies, and social conditions shape human experiences. 
    
  The scope of critical theory includes an analysis of historical and social contexts that give rise to various forms of domination and oppression. It investigates how historical events and social structures influence contemporary practices and ideologies. A significant focus is on power dynamics and ideological constructs that perpetuate inequality and social injustice, scrutinizing how power operates across politics, economy, and culture. 
    
  Critical theory employs an interdisciplinary approach, integrating insights from philosophy, sociology, political science, and cultural studies to provide a comprehensive analysis of social phenomena. It also critiques modernity and its associated ideologies, such as capitalism and positivism, challenging the assumptions and values underlying these systems.

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