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Japan: an Attempt at Interpretation is a book by Lafcadio Hearn. It presents a comparative analysis of Japan, its people and traditions, from a scholar who spent decades in the country, demystifying it for western audiences.
If Scotland has voted YES on 18 September, how can a written Constitution be good for the people of Scotland? If Scotland has voted NO, how could a new Constitution protect and enhance Scottish democracy within a restructured UK? Whether YES or NO, a reconstituted Scotland is possible and good for all its citizens. Nearly every democracy in the world is built upon a written constitution, and constitutions have been at the core of citizens' demands for better governance in places as disparate as Kenya, Tunisia and Ukraine. With the Scottish National Party promising a written constitution in the event of a YES vote and other parties suggesting other possible options for constitutional change in the event of a NO vote, constitutional change looks certain to remain central to the political agenda in Scotland for some time to come. But what is a constitution for? Is it a defensive charter to protect the basic structures of democratic government, or is it a transformative covenant for a better society? How can the Constitution sustain democracy and promote ethical politics while at the same time recognising and accommodating differences in society? What difference would a good Constitution make to the poor? How can the Constitution help ensure that the common good of the citizenry prevails over private vested interests? In addressing these questions, this book sets out a vision for how Scotland could reconstitute itself. It emphasises the connection between the constitution, democracy and the common good, arguing that democratic self-government is the true prize, regardless of the relationship of Scotland to the rest of the UK. This book not only makes a vital contribution to Scotland's current and on-going constitutional debate, whatever the outcome in September 2014, but also engages with fundamental questions of constitutionalism and democracy that are of enduring relevance to both citizens and scholars around the world.Show book
Author at 8: Abhijita Gupta received Rs 3 lakh royalty after her latest book releaseShow book
Do you ever wonder what is happening inside your brain when you feel anxious, panicked, and worried? Do you suffer from a hypersensitive nervous system that hurts your health? How do you resolve the lost connection with your emotional regulation?Keep reading to find the solution… There are many ways to master the brain, consciousness, and body. To become a master, you have to leave small-minded techniques behind and become an advanced student. It's possible to remove what doesn't serve you from your brain and replace it with skills and practical daily habits that will only benefit your interests. Using the practical self-assessments and proven-effective techniques in this book, you will learnHow to understand the model that regulates your thinking patternsConscious and subconscious mindsConnect the brain and soulBrain detoxes for healthy livingMindfulness and meditation techniquesWays to sleep betterPolyvagal Theory: a New Paradigm for Health CareExercises to Activate the Vagus Nerve and much more. You'll discover how your brain can manage anxiety, and as a result, you will feel empowered and motivated to overcome it. Your brain is a powerful tool, and the more you work to change how you respond to fear, the more resilient you will become. Now It's your turn to take action! Scroll Up and Click "Buy Now" to Get Your Guide Today and Become the Self-Disciplined, Happy, Start using your Vagus Nerve to Heal your Pain!Show book
The Aztecs built one of the most powerful and advanced civilizations in the Americas, only to see it collapse under the might of Spanish invaders. How did Hernán Cortés and his small army manage to defeat an empire of millions? What role did alliances, disease, and betrayal play in the fall of Tenochtitlán? This audiobook explores the rise of the Aztec Empire, their culture and achievements, and the brutal conquest that changed history. Discover the strategies, battles, and key figures that shaped one of the most dramatic encounters between civilizations. The Aztecs & The Spanish Conquest is a must-listen for history lovers, military strategy enthusiasts, and those fascinated by lost empires.Show book
If you want to discover the captivating history of West Africa, then pay attention... Beginning in prehistoric times, West Africa has always been an incredible region. Early nomadic tribes settled into some of the earliest communities on Earth and learned how to work with metal. Various West African tribes then became adept at working with metal and were some of the most skilled artisans in the world. As civilizations developed in West Africa, nomadic tribes turned into urban societies that built kingdoms. Eventually, some of the greatest leaders in the world created mighty West African empires. Men like Sundiata Keita, Muhammad I Askia, Mansa Musa I, and others were brilliant leaders who built some of the richest empires in the world. As the empires collapsed, the age of the transatlantic slave trade began. Over hundreds of years, West Africa was destabilized by slavery and colonialization. However, after World War II, a surge of independence began. This audiobook covers some of the most important events in West Africa’s history and takes you on several unmissable journeys through time. Journey through West Africa’s dynamic history and learn about the following:What evidence exists of prehistoric West African communities?The settlements at Dhar Tichitt and its surroundsWhat made the city of Ile-Ife significant?The tumultuous rise and fall of the great West African empiresWas Mansa Musa I the richest king in the world?The impactful legacy of the Songhai EmpireWhat impact did the transatlantic slave trade have on West Africa?The effect of European colonialization on West Africa and how the region still feels it todayThe influential West African leaders who led their countries to freedom Don’t miss out on learning about the exciting history of West Africa. Get your copy today!Show book
In the history of ancient Macedonia, the last three Antigonid kings—Philip V, his son Perseus, and the pretender Andriscus or Philip VI—are commonly overlooked in favor of their predecessors Philip II and his son Alexander the Great, who established a Macedonian empire. By the time Philip V became king, Macedonia was no longer an imperial power and Rome was fast spreading its dominance over the Mediterranean. Viewed as postscripts to the kingdom's heyday, the last Macedonian kings are often denounced for self-serving ambitions, flawed policies, and questionable personal qualities by hostile ancient writers. They are condemned for defeats by Rome that saw both the end of the monarchy and the fall of the formidable Macedonian phalanx before the Roman legion. Producing the first full-scale treatment of Philip V in eighty years and the first in English of Perseus and Andriscus in more than fifty, Ian Worthington argues that this period was far from a postscript to Macedonia's Classical greatness and disagrees that the last Antigonid kings were merely collateral damage in Rome's ascendancy in the east. Despite superior Roman manpower and resources, Philip and Perseus often had the upper hand in their wars against Rome. As Worthington asserts, these kings deserve to be remembered for striving to preserve their kingdom's independence against staggering odds.Show book
