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  Reagan's Hollywood America - How...

  Davis Truman

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  Lights. Camera. Politics 
  Before Ronald Reagan became “the Great Communicator,” he was a Hollywood actor who mastered the art of storytelling — and he carried that skill straight into the White House. Reagan’s Hollywood America reveals how the former movie star reshaped not only the Republican Party but also the entire cultural imagination of the United States. 
  From the rise of patriotic blockbusters to the golden glow of prime-time optimism, Davis Truman traces how film and television during the 1980s became a mirror — and a weapon — for Reagan’s vision of America. Behind the scenes, entertainment and ideology merged into a powerful narrative machine that sold not just movies, but a new national myth. 
  Inside this groundbreaking book:That ’80s Show! – How pop culture and politics fused into one seamless performance.The Image President – How Reagan used cinematic language to control public perception.Hollywood’s Cold War – Movies as moral battlegrounds for American virtue versus Soviet villainy.Television Nation – The rise of nostalgia, family values, and the American Dream on screen.The Legacy Reel – How Reagan’s Hollywood still shapes today’s political storytelling. 
  Rich with cultural analysis, cinematic insight, and political commentary, Reagan’s Hollywood America is an essential listen for readers who love history, film, and the art of persuasion. 
  Whether you’re a student of politics, a lover of classic cinema, or fascinated by how image became power, this book pulls back the curtain on an era when the American Dream was scripted, directed, and broadcast worldwide. 
   

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  Understanding Human Evolution

  Ian Tattersall

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  Human life, and how we came to be, is one of the greatest scientific and philosophical questions of our time. This compact and accessible book presents a modern view of human evolution. Written by a leading authority, it lucidly and engagingly explains not only the evolutionary process, but the technologies currently used to unravel the evolutionary past and emergence of Homo sapiens. By separating the history of palaeoanthropology from current interpretation of the human fossil record, it lays numerous misconceptions to rest, and demonstrates that human evolution has been far from the linear struggle from primitiveness to perfection that we've been led to believe. It also presents a coherent scenario for how Homo sapiens contrived to cross a formidable cognitive barrier to become an extraordinary and unprecedented thinking creature. Understanding Human Evolution is for anyone interested in the complex and tangled story of how we came to be.

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  IMPROVE YOUR SOCIAL SKILLS -...

  Chloe Carlson

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  "Improve Your Social Skills" is a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of social interaction. Written by a leading expert in the field, this book provides readers with a step-by-step approach to building confidence and connections in any social situation. Whether you're looking to improve your communication skills, build stronger relationships, or navigate tricky social dynamics, this book has something for you. 
  This book will help youLearn the key principles of effective communication and how to apply them in everyday conversations.Discover powerful strategies for building rapport and making lasting connections with others.Understand the psychology behind social dynamics and how to navigate them with confidence.Learn how to handle difficult situations and people with grace and tact.Get practical tips and exercises to help you put your new skills into action. 
  And Much More!... 
  With clear explanations, real-life examples, and practical exercises, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their social skills. Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert, shy or outgoing, this book will give you the tools you need to thrive in any social situation. So, if you're looking to boost your confidence and make more meaningful connections with others, "Improve Your Social Skills" is the perfect guide. 
  So, click the “Buy Now” button to get this great guide!!! 
   

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  Graciousness - The Elegant...

  Esther Jameson

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  Graciousness is often described as the act of being kind, polite, and considerate, but it is much more than that. It is a deep, internal quality that transcends the superficiality of manners and moves into the realm of genuine care for others and a sense of peace within oneself. To be gracious is to exhibit warmth, humility, and empathy, allowing one to extend kindness and understanding in any situation, regardless of how difficult it may seem. At its core, graciousness is about making others feel seen, heard, and valued. 
  One of the key components of graciousness is its elegance. Elegance is not just about appearance; it is about the way we carry ourselves and interact with others. It is a grace that can be felt, not just observed. It is a calm presence, a thoughtfulness in every gesture, and a gentleness in speech. The elegant aspect of graciousness lies in the way we respond to the world around us—with dignity, with compassion, and without the need for recognition or reward. This quiet elegance is often the most powerful form of graciousness because it does not seek attention but instead nurtures those who come into contact with it. 
  Graciousness also involves being present in the moment. It requires a level of mindfulness and self-awareness that allows individuals to respond to situations with poise and consideration. In a world that often prioritizes efficiency and speed, graciousness invites us to slow down and appreciate the people and moments around us. By doing so, we create a space where kindness can flourish, where interactions are thoughtful and deliberate, and where people feel valued for who they are, not just what they do.

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  Emotional Intelligence for Sales...

  Marcy Delaney

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  Emotional Intelligence for Sales Success: Learn How to Develop Your Emotional Intelligence for Better Sales ConversationsEmotional intelligence has been shown to be one of the most important skills for sales success. In a world where buyers are inundated with choices and information, the ability to connect with them on an emotional level can be the difference between a successful sale and a missed opportunity. As we move into the future, emotional intelligence is only going to become more important. With the rise of artificial intelligence and automation, many of the traditional methods of selling will become obsolete. In this audiobook, you will learn how important emotional intelligence is when it comes to making sales. It will teach you how you can develop emotional intelligence, which will lead to better sales conversations. We will look at the different aspects of emotional intelligence and how they can be used to improve sales performance. This audiobook will cover the following topics:- What Is Emotional Intelligence and Why Do You Need It for Sales Success?- The Five Pillars of Emotional Intelligence- The Future of Emotional Intelligence- The Benefits of Emotional Intelligence- How to Develop Emotional Intelligence- Resources to Help You Continue Developing Your Emotional Intelligence Skills- And many more!The salespeople who will be most successful in the future will be those who are able to adapt and evolve along with the changing landscape. To learn more, download your copy of this audiobook today!

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  50 Masterpieces you have to read...

  George Eliot, Charles Dickens,...

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  This book contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure!
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  Jerome, Jerome K.: "Three Men in a Boat"
  Joyce, James: "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man"
  Joyce, James: "Ulysses"
  Kingsley, Charles: "The Water-Babies"
  Kipling, Rudyard: "Kim"
  La Fayette, Madame de: "The Princess of Clèves"
  Laclos, Pierre Choderlos de: "Dangerous Liaisons"
  Lawrence, D. H.: "Sons and Lovers"
  Lawrence, D. H.: "The Rainbow"
  Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan: "In a Glass Darkly"
  Lewis, Matthew Gregory: "The Monk"
  Lewis, Sinclair: "Main Street"
  London, Jack: "The Call of the Wild"
  Lovecraft, H. P.: "At the Mountains of Madness"
  Mann, Thomas: "Royal Highness"
  Maugham, W. Somerset: "Of Human Bondage"
  Maupassant, Guy de: "Bel-Ami"
  Melville, Herman: "Moby-Dick"
  Poe, Edgar Allan: "The Fall of the House of Usher"
  Proust, Marcel: "Swann's Way"
  Radcliffe, Ann: "The Mysteries of Udolpho"
  Richardson, Samuel: "Clarissa"
  Sand, George: "The Devil's Pool"
  Scott, Walter: "Ivanhoe"
  Shelley, Mary: "Frankenstein"
  Sienkiewicz, Henryk: "Quo Vadis"
  Sinclair, May: "Life and Death of Harriett Frean"
  Sinclair, Upton: "The Jungle"
  Stendhal: "The Red and the Black"
  Stendhal: "The Chartreuse of Parma"
  Sterne, Laurence: "Tristram Shandy"
  Stevenson, Robert Louis: "Treasure Island"
  Stoker, Bram: "Dracula"
  Stowe, Harriet Beecher: "Uncle Tom's Cabin"
  Swift, Jonathan: "Gulliver's Travels"
  Tagore, Rabindranath: "The Home and the World"
  Thackeray, William Makepeace: "Vanity Fair"
  Tolstoy, Leo: "War and Peace"
  Tolstoy, Leo: "Anna Karenina"
  Troloppe, Anthony: "The Way We Live Now"
  Turgenev, Ivan: "Fathers and Sons"
  Twain, Mark: "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"
  Verne, Jules: "Journey to the Interior of the Earth"
  Wallace, Lew: "Ben-Hur"
  Wells, H. G.: "The Time Machine"
  West, Rebecca: "The Return of the Soldier"
  Wharton, Edith: "The Age of Innocence"
  Wilde, Oscar: "The Picture of Dorian Gray"
  Xueqin, Cao: "The Dream of the Red Chamber"
  Zola, Émile: "Germinal"

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