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  Persia and Islam: The History of...

  Editors Charles River

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  As the Persian Empire’s power makes clear, Persia has been a crucial area throughout history, and thus it has been fought over incessantly, watching empires rise and fall. For most of the past 1,400 years, Islamic powers have struggled for supremacy in the region.  
  The split between the two forms of Islam was already in the process of forming upon the death of the Prophet Muhammad. Muhammad had constructed around himself not only a potent new religious movement but also a powerful young state called the Ummah (the "Community" for lack of a better translation). Belonging to the Islamic faith also meant belonging to the Ummah, which was governed by its own laws and had many of its own institutions. 	Amid the upheaval in the Islamic world following Muhammad’s death, the Umayyad Caliphate lasted for less than a century, but in that time it managed to become one of the most influential of the major caliphates established following him. Its official existence was from 661-750, and the rulers were the male members of the Umayyad dynasty, roughly translated from Arabic as the “Sons of Umayyah.” Its primary base of power was in Syria following the creation of a dynastic, hereditary rule headed by one of Syria’s long-lasting governors, Muawiya ibn Abi Sufyan. 
  	The Ottoman Empire and Safavids would also vie for power in Persia after the caliphates, and the Ottomans in particular spent several centuries expanding their empire’s size, power, and influence, bumping up against Eastern Europe and becoming one of the world’s most important geopolitical players. It was a rise that would not truly start to wane until the 19th century.  Preserving its mixed heritage, coming from both its geographic position rising above the ashes of the Byzantine Empire and the tradition inherited from the Muslim Conquests, the Ottoman Empire lasted more than six centuries.

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  Dissidently Speaking - Change...

  Brent Hamachek

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  Mostly Americans need to take a fresh look at ourselves. To do that we need to apply critical thinking, add some skepticism, and be willing to replace answers with questions. 
  Compiled from a decade of writings and contemplation, and further aided by a forty-year career in the world of business dealing with hundreds of companies, this book represents a synthesis between the theoretical and the empirical. Each chapter stands entirely on its own, but each stands stronger when joined with the others. The author’s goal is simply to have the reader challenge their preconceived notions. 
  This book is for you if you feel confident enough to challenge everything you might think about the American political dynamic, how honestly and effectively you communicate with others, and how you process what you find in the news or on social media. Do you have what it takes to become a political dissident? Find out. Finally, and most difficult of all, are you up to taking a look into the mirror and asking yourself: Am I ethical? 
  Get ready to have your toy box dumped all over the floor. Prepare to check all your premises. Be willing to think!

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  Intermediate Mexican Spanish:...

  Lingo Publishing

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  Intermediate Mexican Spanish: Journey Beyond the Basics  
  Embark on an exhilarating journey to fluency with "Intermediate Mexican Spanish: The Ultimate Guide to Building Fluency and Cultural Insight for Everyday Conversations." This audiobook isn't just a course; it's your passport to the rich tapestry of Mexican culture, a bridge to connect you deeply with the Spanish-speaking world. 
  Whether you're planning to navigate the bustling streets of Mexico City, dive into the literary genius of Octavio Paz, or simply aim to enrich your linguistic skills, this guide is your next step. It builds on the foundations laid by beginners, offering a more nuanced understanding of the Mexican language and its myriad of expressions. 
  Inside, discover chapters that mimic the flow of life itself, from the simplicity of "Lunes: Personalities" to the reflective depth of "Domingo: Present and Future Wishes." Each day of the week brings a new theme, a new adventure in language, immersing you in scenarios that range from describing personalities with vivid adjectives to navigating the future tense with ease and confidence. 
  Dive deeper into the nuances of Mexican Spanish with:A rich palette of vocabulary that colors your conversations with authenticity.Grammar that unlocks the structures and mechanics of more sophisticated communication.Cultural insights that do more than teach you to speak; they teach you to understand and to be understood.Engaging exercises that test your knowledge and refine your skills, ensuring that every lesson leaves its mark. 
  Are you ready to turn the page? Click "Add to Cart" and take your place among the fluent speakers of one of the world's most beautiful languages. Your adventure awaits!

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  Chasing Justice: A Sister’s...

  Ronan Ashby

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  Chasing Justice: A Sister’s Heartfelt Quest for Truth 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide with Explanations ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to embark on a journey of transformation and resilience through the compelling narrative of 'Chasing Justice: A Sister’s Heartfelt Quest for Truth'? 
  Searching for a comprehensive guide that encapsulates every essential element you need for this powerful journey? 
  Your search ends here! 
  This guide serves as your ultimate companion for deepening your understanding, applying your insights, and engaging in meaningful reflections inspired by this heartfelt quest for truth. 
  Updated to reflect the latest insights from the transformative journey of 'Chasing Justice'. 
  Key features of this enriching guide: 
  - Profound insights about the narrative’s quest for justice and resilience 
  - Detailed explanations of the themes and concepts within 'Chasing Justice' 
  - Effective strategies for engaging with the material and reflecting on its lessons 
  Our guide stands out through its thorough coverage, essential for grasping the depth of the narrative. Concepts aren’t just brushed over; they are explored with care and precision. 
  Crafted with a clear structure and easy-to-follow language, our guide ensures seamless transitions between the topics. Bid farewell to complicated jargon and welcome clear, concise, and insightful content. 
  So, why delay? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and start your transformative journey with 'Chasing Justice: A Sister’s Heartfelt Quest for Truth'!

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  Why Privacy Matters

  Neil Richards

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  Everywhere we look, companies and governments are spying on us—seeking information about us and everyone we know. Ad networks monitor our web—surfing to send us "more relevant" ads. Databases of human information are assembled for purposes of "training" artificial intelligence programs designed to predict everything from traffic patterns to the location of undocumented migrants. We're even tracking ourselves, using personal electronics like Apple watches, Fitbits, and other gadgets. As Mark Zuckerberg once put it, "the Age of Privacy is over." But Zuckerberg and others who say "privacy is dead" are wrong. In Why Privacy Matters, Neil Richards explains that privacy isn't dead, but rather up for grabs. 
   
   
   
  Richards shows how the fight for privacy is a fight for power that will determine what our future will look like, and whether it will remain fair and free. Privacy matters because good privacy rules can promote the essential human values of identity, power, freedom, and trust. If we want to preserve our commitments to these precious yet fragile values, we will need privacy rules. Richards explains why privacy remains so important and offers strategies that can help us protect it from the forces that are working to undermine it. Pithy and forceful, this is a must-listen for anyone interested in a topic that sits at the center of so many current problems.

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  Renaissance for Kids The: A...

  Captivating History

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  Did you know that the Renaissance is thought of as the gateway to the modern world? 
  The Renaissance was only a short period in European history, but it was the revolution needed to move from the Middle Ages to the modern world. It was full of new philosophies and art, new architecture and inventions, and new governments and churches. In a short span of time, the Europeans found themselves creating, acting, and living in completely new ways. People now had access to new ideas, and Europe would never be the same again. 
  Where did all of this change come from? For years, people have studied parts of the Renaissance. They have focused on a philosopher or an artist. They have focused on church history or politics. But the Renaissance was more than just one person or movement, which is what made it so powerful. 
  It’s time to set sail back into history and learn about the many parts of the Renaissance. In this new and captivating history audiobook, you’ll learn what made the Renaissance so special and how it still influences us today. 
  Here are some of the questions you will find answers to within this audiobook:Why did humanism power the Renaissance?Did Machiavelli really believe what he wrote in The Prince?How did the Black Death help start the Renaissance?Who built the dome on the Florence Cathedral?Why did artists fight for patrons?How did Michelangelo paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel? 
  Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about the history of the Renaissance!

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