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  Give Us Liberty - A Tea Party...

  Dick Armey, Matt Kibbe

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  Former Majority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives and leading organizer of the Tea Party movement, Dick Armey offers a Tea Party Manifesto: Give Us Liberty. Written with Matt Kibbee, President and CEO of FreedomWorks, Give Us Liberty defines the issues and agenda of the wildfire grassroots movement that is electrifying the nation, as it calls on fiscal conservatives to take back America.

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  Mill's On Liberty

  John Stuart Mill

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  Mill's thinking about freedom in civic and social life examines fundamental principles shared among conservative, liberal, and radical politicians. The life of true philosophy stands outside the political battles that are rampant in society and seeks the political wisdom that is necessary for a good life in any age. Mill's philosophical presentation and analysis of those principles stand alongside the reflections of Plato, Aristotle, Marcus Aurelius, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
   
  When the officials of any government seek to change the laws that regulate individual liberty or when rhetoricians seek to change public opinion about what individuals should or should not be allowed to say or do, Mill's On Liberty serves as an effective antidote to the poisons of excessive intrusion into the lives of individuals. The present edition is specifically designed to employ the dual nature of rhetoric — oral and written language — and to utilize electronic technology to open Mill's text to contemporary listeners as well as readers.

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  A Year In The Maine Woods

  Bernd Heinrich

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  Escapist fantasies usually involve the open road, but Bernd Heinrich's dream was to focus on the riches of one small place—a few green acres along Alder Brook just east of the Presidential Mountains. The year begins as he settles into a cabin with no running water and no electricity, built of hand-cut logs he dragged out of the woods with a team of oxen. There, alone except for his pet raven, Jack, he rediscovers the meaning of peace and quiet and harmony with nature—of days spent not filling out forms, but tracking deer, or listening to the sound of a moth's wings. Throughout this year when "the subtle matters and the spectacular distracts," Heinrich brings us back to the drama in small things, when life is lived consciously. His story is that of a man rediscovering what it means to be alive.

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  Confessions

  Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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  Confessions by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is one of the most influential autobiographies ever written and a landmark work in the history of literature. Written in the eighteenth century, this deeply personal narrative offers an extraordinary exploration of a man's inner life, revealing his thoughts, emotions, triumphs, and failings with a level of honesty that was revolutionary for its time.
  
  In this remarkable work, Rousseau sets out to present a complete and truthful portrait of himself, declaring his intention to reveal his character exactly as it was—both admirable and flawed. Beginning with his childhood in Geneva, he recounts the experiences that shaped his personality, from moments of innocence and curiosity to episodes of rebellion, ambition, love, and regret. Through vivid storytelling and emotional reflection, he traces his journey through youth, education, friendships, romances, and intellectual development.
  
  As the narrative unfolds, readers witness Rousseau's transformation from a sensitive and restless young man into one of the most influential thinkers of the Enlightenment. He describes his travels across Europe, his encounters with notable figures of his time, and the struggles he faced in gaining recognition for his ideas. Along the way, he reflects on themes such as human nature, personal freedom, morality, social judgment, and the search for authenticity.
  
  What makes Confessions truly unique is its fearless self-examination. Rousseau does not shy away from revealing his weaknesses, mistakes, and controversial actions. Instead, he presents them openly, inviting readers to judge him honestly. This candid approach created a new literary form that emphasized individual experience and emotional truth, inspiring generations of writers and shaping the modern concept of autobiography.
  
  Beyond the story of a single life, the book also offers a fascinating window into the intellectual and cultural world of eighteenth-century Europe. Rousseau's reflections illuminate the social conventions, philosophical debates, and political tensions of his era, making the narrative both personal and historically significant.
  
  At its heart, Confessions is a powerful exploration of identity and self-understanding. Rousseau's passionate voice and unfiltered introspection invite readers to consider the complexities of the human soul and the courage required to confront one's own truth.
  
  Bold, intimate, and profoundly influential, Confessions remains a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its honesty, emotional depth, and enduring quest to understand the human self.

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  Ottoman-Portuguese Conflicts...

  Editors Charles River

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  The Ottoman conquest of Constantinople played a decisive role in fostering the Renaissance in Western Europe. The Byzantine Empire’s influence had helped ensure that it was the custodian of various ancient texts, most notably from the ancient Greeks, and when Constantinople fell, Byzantine refugees flocked west to seek refuge in Europe. Those refugees brought books that helped spark an interest in antiquity that fueled the Italian Renaissance and essentially put an end to the Middle Ages altogether.  
  	It was also roughly around this time that a period of European exploration began, and major factors that contributed to this period of exploration were introduced by the Chinese, albeit indirectly. The magnetic compass had already been developed and used by the Chinese sailors since the 12th century, although it had first been created in the 3rd century BCE as a divination device. The Song Dynasty then began using the device for land navigation in the 11th century and sailors began using it shortly after. The technology slowly spread west via Arab traders, although a case can be made for the independent European creation for the compass (Southey 1812: 210). Regardless, by the 13th century the compass had found its way to Western traders, coming at a time that trade had been increasing across Europe.  
  	The Portuguese started exploring the west coast of Africa and the Atlantic under orders from Prince Henry the Navigator. At this point, Europeans had not yet been capable of navigating completely around Africa since the ships being built were not yet fully capable of being able to sail very far from the coast and navigation in open waters was difficult, but the Portuguese continued pushing down the western African coast looking for ways to bypass the Ottomans and Muslims of Africa who had been making overland trade routes difficult. .

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  31 Mins - The secret to living...

  Mat Steinwede

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  31 Mins is for anyone who feels constantly under the pump and out of control; it’s more than a book on time management, the lessons and tips in this book are raw, real and immediately actionable. Once you learn the value of 31 Mins you will realise anything is possible and make it a daily habit for the rest of your life.

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