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  1914: The History and Legacy of...

  Editors Charles River

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  Needless to say, the First World War came at an unfortunate time for those who would fight in it. After an initial period of relatively rapid maneuver during which the German forces pushing through Belgium and the French and British forces attempting to stymie them made an endless series of abortive flanking movements that extended the lines to the sea, a stalemate naturally tended to develop. The infamous trench lines soon snaked across the French and Belgian countryside, creating an essentially futile static slaughterhouse whose sinister memory remains to this day. 
  If trench warfare was an inevitability during the war, it is only because the events leading up to the First Battle of the Marne were quite different. The armies at the beginning of the war moved quickly through the land, but the First Battle of the Marne devolved into a bloody pitched battle that led to the construction of trenches after the Germans retreated, blocked in their pursuit of Paris. When the aftermath disintegrated into a war between trenches, some Germans thought they had the upper hand since they were occupying French territory, but with fewer soldiers than the combined Allied nations and fewer resources and supplies, it was possibly only a matter of time before they were ultimately defeated. The commander of the German armies, General Helmuth von Moltke, allegedly said to Kaiser Wilhelm II immediately after the First Battle of the Marne, "Your Majesty, we have lost the war." Winston Churchill himself would later reference that anecdote, writing, “Whether General von Moltke actually said to the Emperor, ‘Majesty, we have lost the war,’ we do not know. We know anyhow that with a prescience greater in political than in military affairs, he wrote to his wife on the night of the 9th, ‘Things have not gone well. The fighting east of Paris has not gone in our favour, and we shall have to pay for the damage we have done.’"

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  I Heard What You Said - A Black...

  Jeffrey Boakye

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  An Amazon Best Non-Fiction Book of 2022'Essential reading' - The Guardian'Sharp and witty with moments of startling candour' - The i'Makes a powerful case' - Rt Hon Lady Hale‘Revealing and beautifully written’ - David Harewood________Before Jeffrey Boakye was a black teacher, he was a black student. Which means he has spent a lifetime navigating places of learning that are white by default. Since training to teach, he has often been the only black teacher at school. At times seen as a role model, at others a source of curiosity, Boakye’s is a journey of exploration – from the outside looking in.In the groundbreaking I Heard What You Said, he recounts how it feels to be on the margins of the British education system. As a black, male teacher – an English teacher who has had to teach problematic texts – his very existence is a provocation to the status quo, giving him a unique perspective on the UK’s classrooms.Through a series of eye-opening encounters based on the often challenging and sometimes outrageous things people have said to him or about him, Boakye reflects on what he has found out about the habits, presumptions, silences and distortions that black students and teachers experience, and which underpin British education.Thought-provoking, witty and completely unafraid, I Heard What You Said is a timely exploration of how we can dismantle racism in the classroom and do better by all our students.________'Hugely important' - Baroness Lawrence'Deeply compelling, intellectually rigorous and essential' - Nels Abbey'Personal and political, profound and playful' - Darren Chetty'Written with passion, fury, knowledge and, in spite of the painful subject, wit' - Patrice Lawrence

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  101 Aphorisms of Alchemy -...

  Baro Urbigerus, Ricco Pierre

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  First published in 1609, Aphorismi Urbigerani stands as a masterpiece of Western Alchemical wisdom. Containing 101 powerful aphorisms on the creation of the Grand Elixir (Circulatum majus) and an additional 31 aphorisms on the Vegetable Elixir (Circulatum minus), this timeless work unveils the hidden operations of the Alchemical Art. 
  This modernized edition carefully preserves and clarifies each aphorism, offering today’s seekers and scholars an accessible gateway into the original Hermetic mysteries. Complete with editorial notes, historical context, and guided introductions, this edition faithfully restores the original voice while building a living conversation between past and present.

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  GASLIGHTING - Understanding and...

  Justine Hoyles

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  Discover how gaslighting operates and learn to recognize the signs before it takes a toll on your well-being. Explore the intricate dynamics of gaslighting and gain clarity on its devastating effects on mental health and self-esteem. Unmask the manipulative tactics used by gaslighters and acquire the tools to break free from their grip. 
  Key topics covered in this book: 
  • The origins and history of gaslighting 
  • Common techniques employed by gaslighters 
  • Identifying the signs and patterns of gaslighting 
  • Psychological and emotional impact on victims 
  • Navigating gaslighting in relationships, friendships, and workplaces 
  • Rebuilding self-confidence and trust 
  And Much More!... 
  Through understanding and awareness, you can break free from the shackles of gaslighting and cultivate a life filled with authenticity, self-assurance, and genuine relationships. 
    
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  Ikigai

  Jim Colajuta

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  The day you decide that your life is your own is the best day of your life. There will be no apologies or excuses. There was no one to lean on, rely on, or point the finger at. The gift is yours, it's an incredible journey, and you're solely responsible for its quality. This is the first day of your life. Having a purpose in life is one of the most fundamental human needs. Ikigai, a Japanese concept, means "a reason for being." It refers to living a fulfilling life. Many different activities can provide people with a sense of purpose in life. These activities can range from volunteering to providing social support to the elderly and even caring for pets, all linked to increased happiness, better health outcomes, and longer lifespan.Everyone is equipped with an ikigai. Your ikigai is the reason you get up in the morning, the reason you want to live fully and cheerfully. Your ikigai isn't something your makeup; it's something you're born with. The Japanese believe that discovering one's ikigai necessitates a long, contemplative search that can lead to life satisfaction and meaning. All you have to do is dig far enough to locate it. Your ikigai lies at the crossroads of four circles: what you enjoy, what the world requires, what you can be compensated for, and what you're skilled at.

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  How To Collect Record Organize &...

  Cindy Boyce

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  Ideas are priceless, they are golden nuggets of the mind and you are not always ready to capture them when the moment of inspiration strikes so over time I have used many different methods to capture every idea that I can and keep them for future use. I have compiled a collection of my best note taking tools so that you have the best chance of collecting all of your ideas as well, in a way that works for you. I have found them all to be useful depending on where I am at the time and what I'm using them for. You will find in this audiobook tools for recording spontaneous ideas and the best ways to store your ideas and inspiration. You will never lose a great idea ever again.

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