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  History of India - Learn about...

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  This book consists of two titles:Mughal Empire - The Mughal Empire, also referred to as the Mogul or Moghul Empire, was one of the most powerful and influential early modern Islamic empires in South Asia. Established in the 16th century, it controlled vast regions for over two centuries, encompassing territories from the peripheries of the Indus basin in the west, extending to northern Afghanistan, Kashmir in the north, present-day Bangladesh in the east, and stretching as far south as the Deccan Plateau's uplands.Taj Mahal - The Taj Mahal stands as a breathtaking testament to Indo-Islamic architecture, celebrated as one of the most exquisite examples of this style in the world. Its origins are steeped in the emotional backdrop of its commission, reflecting the rich culture and history of the Mughal Empire, which wielded power over vast regions of India during the 16th and 17th centuries. The monument was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died during childbirth in 1631. Her passing left an indelible mark on the emperor, inspiring him to create a monument that would embody his love and devotion.

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  Turtles on a Black Gum Tree

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  Turtles on a Black Gum Tree is a creative retelling of Charles Ball's 1837 autobiography, Slavery in the United States, closely following the original narrative. It recounts his upbringing in Maryland, his forced march to the lower South, and his escape and journey back home. Although he died in obscurity, Charles Ball left us with one of the most comprehensive and uncompromising portraits of slavery in the post-colonial era. There has not been a re-telling of his story in over one hundred and fifty years.   
  Charles Ball walked from Georgia to Maryland in a period stretching from August until the following spring. The terrain was rugged and varied; the weather was alternately hot, wet, and cold; food was difficult to secure; shelter haphazard; and his clothes threadbare and inadequate. His shoes wore out quickly, and his second-hand boots failed so often that he had to wrap strips of hickory bark around his feet to keep them from falling apart. He had begun his flight from his late master’s plantation in Georgia on the ninth of August. By November, he had made it no farther than South Carolina. Inclement weather and starless nights had exhausted his patience; fear of being seen had worn on his nerves; loneliness and longing gnawed at his soul. If his physical and emotional needs were not at least partially met, he would falter and collapse, no matter the strength of his character.

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  Random Curiosities - The Sh*t I...

  Ross Scafidas

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  What do aliens, dying planets, ancient pyramids, quantum weirdness, gender politics and sandal design have in common? 
   They all find a place in this wildly entertaining exploration of the questions most of us think about but rarely say out loud. 
  From the baffling to the brilliant, the hilarious to the haunting, Random Curiosities takes you on a freewheeling ride through the strange chaos of human thought. 
  Broken down into essay style chapters on random ideas (that the author somehow manages to link!) relating to humanity and the world around us, 
  this isn’t a book with neat answers. It’s a celebration of the questions themselves. 
  Get ready to laugh, wince, wonder, and maybe—just maybe—make a little more sense of this absurd thing called life. 
  “Like a fireplace discussion with friends after our second bottle of wine” — Amazon reviewer

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  Marbury v Madison

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  Ancient China: An Enthralling...

  Billy Wellman

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  It has become a common theme in today’s world to talk about the incredible technological and economic development of modern China. However, there are very strong historical roots to the exponential growth of modern China going back thousands and thousands of years. 
  Today, people stand in awe of China’s achievements, such as lifting hundreds of millions of people from poverty or becoming a global power. But have you ever wondered how the ancient people from the Far East developed so much while being virtually independent of other civilizations? 
  Not everything in China’s history is tied to growth, improvement, and development. There were many periods riddled with internal strife, which plagued China and its numerous dynasties. However, the Chinese empires were somewhat shielded from external dangers, partially thanks to the ingeniousness of the Chinese and the famous Great Wall of China and partially thanks to the country’s geographic position. 
  In this audiobook, we look into how and why the historical pendulum of China sometimes turned one way and then the other. Discover the following about ancient China:The deep, virtually unfathomable paleolithic roots of Chinese civilization;Neolithic China and the formation of the Yellow River and Yangtze settlements;The Age of Metal in China, a glorious but increasingly violent period that resulted in the emergence of the first hegemons in China;The mythical Xia dynasty and its fantastic Yu the Great, credited with taming the Yellow River;The birth of China’s fascinating writing system during the Shang dynasty;The rise of the Zhou, who finally overthrew the Shang, thanks to their military prowess and ability to keep numerous Chinese states tied in a loose feudal system;And so much more! 
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  Hypnosis Therapy - 2 Books in 1...

  Cecily Waller

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  Have you recently come across rapid weight loss hypnosis and gastric band hypnosis and grown curious about it, especially since you have tried all manner of diets and workout regimens with little or no success?If you’ve answered YES, keep reading....Let This Audiobook Show You How To Hack Your Brain And Body Through Hypnosis, So You Can Lose Weight Easily Without Trying Too Hard!More and more people are realizing that counting calories and working out may not be the best solutions to their weight loss problems!Perhaps you are wondering....How exactly will hypnosis help solve your weight loss problems?What does gastric band hypnosis have to do with weight loss?Are there any studies that justify the effectiveness of hypnosis?If you have these and other related questions, this audiobook is for you.In it, you will learn:- The basics of hypnosis, including what it is and how it works- How to use hypnosis to remove weight loss blocks- How gastric band surgery is often the last resort to lose weight- Why you can’t lose weight and how gastric band hypnosis can help- How to overcome emotional eating through hypnosis- The reason for your uncontrollable hunger- And much more!Even if you feel hopeless, this audiobook will give you the hope and motivation you need!Scroll up, and click Buy to get started!

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