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  Founding an Empire

  Santiago Machain

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  From the wind-swept plains of Anshan to the terraced palaces of Persepolis, Founding an Empire follows how a cluster of royal ambitions became the ancient world’s most sophisticated superstate. Opening with Cyrus the Great’s audacious conquests and his radical politics of legitimacy—liberation, local autonomy, and measured mercy—the narrative moves through Cambyses II’s Egyptian campaign at the edge of the known world and into the turbulence of succession that nearly cracked the young empire. It culminates with Darius I’s disciplined counterrevolution: a reforming king who turned roads, taxes, languages, and law into a scalable system.

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  Life as a Silent Gen - Stories...

  Valerie Vogue

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  The Silent Generation, born between the mid-1920s and the early 1940s, is often characterized by its quiet strength and resilience. Unlike the more outspoken Baby Boomers or the politically vocal Millennials, members of this generation are sometimes referred to as the “silent” because they were raised in an era where conformity and restraint were the societal norms. Their lives unfolded during some of the most transformative and tumultuous events of the 20th century, including the Great Depression, World War II, and the early stages of the Cold War. 
  Growing up in the midst of economic hardship, many from the Silent Generation experienced a world of scarcity, hard work, and sacrifice. The Great Depression shaped their values, instilling a sense of frugality, a strong work ethic, and an appreciation for the basics of life. These formative experiences molded a generation that was deeply loyal, resourceful, and able to persevere through difficult circumstances. As children, they witnessed the turmoil of the 1930s, and as young adults, they were called upon to contribute to the war effort during World War II. 
  Yet, despite the challenges they faced, the Silent Generation was also a time of growth and progress. It was a generation that saw the advent of many technological and social changes, although their response to these innovations was often more cautious compared to younger generations. They witnessed the rise of television, the automobile culture, and, later, the early days of the space race and computing. Their era was also one of profound social change, as the civil rights movement and the women’s liberation movement began to take root, though many from the Silent Generation remained resistant to these shifts.

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  Maya Mythology - The Sacred...

  Matthew Fillard

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  Maya mythology stands as one of the most intricate and profound systems of stories and beliefs in the ancient world, reflecting the depth of a civilization that thrived for thousands of years. These myths, preserved through oral traditions and later written texts such as the Popol Vuh, reveal the Maya’s understanding of the cosmos, their relationship with nature, and their spiritual connection to the divine. To study these myths is to step into a world where gods, humans, and nature are inseparably intertwined in a sacred dance of creation, destruction, and renewal.  
  The mythology of the Maya was not an isolated system of stories—it was deeply embedded in every aspect of their daily lives. From the way they organized their cities to the structure of their calendar, mythology shaped their worldview and guided their actions. The Maya believed that time itself was sacred, governed by cycles dictated by the gods, and their myths often sought to explain these patterns. The stories told by the Maya were not mere entertainment but vital teachings that conveyed the origins of life, the roles of the gods, and humanity’s responsibilities within the cosmic order.  
  A central feature of Maya mythology is its focus on creation. Myths like those found in the Popol Vuh detail the origins of the world, the struggles of the gods, and the creation of humanity. These stories emphasize the cyclical nature of existence, portraying creation and destruction as ongoing processes that ensure balance in the universe. For the Maya, myths served as reminders of humanity’s dependence on divine forces and the need to honor the gods through rituals, ceremonies, and offerings. 

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  Leadership Skills: 8-in-1 Bundle...

  Caden Burke

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  LEADERSHIP SKILLS - 8 MANUSCRIPTS IN 1 BOOK, INCLUDING: 
    
  1) 
  HOW TO LEAD A TEAM: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Leadership Skills, Leading Teams, Supervisory Management & Business Leadership. 
    
  2) 
  HOW TO MANAGE PEOPLE: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Management Skills, Managing Difficult Employees, Delegation & Team Management. 
    
  3) 
  HOW TO SPEAK IN PUBLIC: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, Business Storytelling & Speech Anxiety. 
    
  4) 
  HOW TO COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Communication Skills, Business Conversation & Nonverbal Communication. 
    
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  HOW TO MANAGE CONFLICTS: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Conflict Management, Conflict Resolution, Mediation & Difficult Conversations. 
    
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  HOW TO BUILD TEAMS: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Team Building, Employee Engagement, Teamwork Leadership & Team Bonding Activities. 
    
  7) 
  HOW TO BE CHARISMATIC: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Charisma Improvement, Confidence Charm, Body Language & Charming People Skills. 
    
  8) 
  HOW TO FACILITATE GROUPS: 
  7 Easy Steps to Master Facilitation Skills, Facilitating Meetings, Group Discussions & Workshops. 
    
  BECOME A GREAT LEADER TODAY! 
   

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  Fire Your Boss - Transform Your...

  Hemi Hossain

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  DO YOU WANT TO FIRE YOUR BOSS? 
  Been thinking about going into business for yourself but feel too scared to take the leap? 
  Want to go from employee to entrepreneur? Well, you can. 
  With the right mindset, strategies and skills you can transform your career, your life and your income. 
  In this book you will learn how to: 
  • Develop the right mindset for success 
  • Utilise tried-and-tested strategies to move out of your day-to-day job 
  and into the career of your dreams 
  • Start your journey as an entrepreneur – the right way 
  • Make money from day one 
  • Grow your business and make a difference at the same time 
  It’s time to begin your new life and never look back. Let Hemi show you how.

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  English Armada The: The History...

  Editors Charles River

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  On July 12, 1588, the legendary Spanish Armada headed for the English Channel. The Spanish plan was to take this invasion, led by the Duke of Parma, to the coast of southeast England, where they would be unleashed to conquer Elizabethan England for Spain’s King Philip II and Catholic Christendom. The Armada included over 150 ships, 8,000 sailors, and 18,000 soldiers, and it boasted a firepower of 1,500 brass guns and 1,000 iron guns. Just leaving port itself took the entire Armada two days.  
  	As everyone who has been taught history now knows, the Armada was one of the most famous military debacles in history. Regardless of the debate over whether it was simple mathematical miscalculation or plain bad luck, coupled with English fire ships assailing the Spanish ships, the Armada was decisively defeated. The Armada ultimately found its reluctant way home in awful conditions, having permanently lost over a third of the ships, and on the Irish coast, the Armada suffered further losses.  
  	For the Counter Armada, Elizabeth turned to the most notorious English sailor of the era. The life of Sir Francis Drake, or, more precisely the tale of it, is a prime example that history is written by the winners. Drake’s successes against the Spanish as a captain and a privateer were legendary, and Drake was celebrated for fighting the queen’s enemies, sinking their ships and capturing the treasure that would otherwise be used to finance attacks on England. Drake vigorously pursued every mission given to him by Elizabeth I, and he brought all his skill, experience, and training to bear against her enemies. He was recognized at court for his valor, praised in story and song, and remembered for the kind of personality and esprit de corps that the English have long desired and celebrated in their military heroes. They were to patrol the shores of England and Spain and destroy any remaining Spanish ships.

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