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  Polished - College Class and the...

  Melissa Osborne

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  An illuminating look at the emotional costs of mobility faced by first-generation and low-income college students. 
    
  While college initiates a major transition in all students’ lives, low-income and first-generation students attending elite schools are often entering entirely new worlds. Amid the financial and academic challenges of adapting to college, their emotional lives, too, undergo a transformation. Surrounded by peers from different classes and cultural backgrounds, they are faced with an impossible choice: turn away from their former lives to blend in or stay true to themselves and remain on the outside. 
   
  An ethnography that draws on in-depth interviews with one hundred and fifty first-generation and low-income students across eighteen elite institutions, Polished uncovers the hidden consequences of the promise of social mobility in today’s educational landscape. Sociologist Melissa Osborne reveals how the very support designed to propel first-generation students forward can unexpectedly reshape their identities, often putting them at odds with their peers and families. Without direct institutional support, this emotional journey can lead to alienation, mental health challenges, poor academic outcomes, and difficult choices between upward mobility or maintaining authenticity and community. Whether you’re an educator, advocate, or student, Polished provides a powerful perspective on the uncharted challenges of social mobility and personal identity during college.

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  Cinderella La Cenicienta

  Naomi Mcmillan

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  Step into a world where dreams come true, and magic is just a wish away! Follow Cinderella, a kind and gentle girl as she faces adversity from her mean stepmother and jealous stepsisters. Find out what happens when her Fairy Godmother appears, and with a flash of her magic wand turns a pumpkin into an elegant coach. Will Cinderella meet the handsome prince at the ball? What will happen when the clock strikes midnight? Presented in both English and Spanish, this dual language story will sweep you off your feet into a realm of love, kindness,  and a happily ever after ending!

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  The Gangs of New York - An...

  Herbert Asbury

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  The Gangs of New York: An Informal History of the Underworld is an American non-fiction book by Herbert Asbury, first published in 1928 by Alfred A. Knopf. It formed the basis for Martin Scorsese's 2002 Academy Award-winning film Gangs of New York, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Daniel Day-Lewis, and Cameron Diaz. 
  In 1927, Asbury published an article in The American Mercury, titled "The Old-Time Gangs of New York", which was ultimately incorporated into the book published the following year. Drawing on the muckraking style of the era, the author wrote based on "legend, memory, police records, the self-aggrandizements of aging crooks, popular journalism, and solid historical research", to present an illuminating account of the gangs of old New York that ultimately gave rise to the Mafia as we know it today, from films like The Godfather. 
  The book outlines the rise and fall of 19th century gangs in New York City, prior to the domination of the Italian-American Mafia during Prohibition in the 1920s. Focusing on the saloon halls, gambling dens, and winding alleys of the Bowery and the Five Points district of Lower Manhattan, the book evokes the destitution and violence of a turbulent era, when colorfully named criminals like "Dandy" Johnny Dolan, William Poole (also known as "Bill the Butcher"), and Hell-Cat Maggie lurked in the shadows, corrupt politicians like William "Boss" Tweed run the city, and infamous gangs including the Plug Uglies, Dead Rabbits, and Bowery Boys ruled the streets. It includes a rogues' gallery of prostitutes, pimps, poisoners, pickpockets, murderers, and thieves. 
  The book contains detailed accounts of the New York City Draft Riots of 1863. It also elaborates on numerous other criminal influences of the time, including river pirates and the corrupt political establishment, such as Tammany Hall.

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  The History of Hungary - From...

  Will Forrest

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  Experience the intrigue and drama of Hungary's past as you dive into the pages of this captivating book.  
  Learn about the country's turbulent history, filled with twists and turns, triumphs, and tragedies. 
  In this book, you will:Explore the life and legacy of one of Hungary's most famous historical figures, King Matthias Corvinus, who ruled in the 15th century and left a lasting impact on the country's culture and politics.Discover the dramatic events of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956, a watershed moment in the country's history that challenged Soviet domination and inspired other anti-communist movements across Eastern Europe.Learn about the Battle of Mohács, a pivotal event in Hungarian history that marked the defeat of the Kingdom of Hungary by the Ottoman Empire in 1526 and had far-reaching consequences for the country's political and cultural development.Explore the impact of World War I on Hungary and its people, from the experiences of soldiers and civilians to the lasting effects on society and politics. 
  This book will transport you back in time and give you a new perspective on Hungary's rich history, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the past. 
  Get your copy today and explore the mysteries of Hungary's past.

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  The Curtain - An Essay in Seven...

  Anonyme

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  “A magic curtain, woven of legends, hung before the world. Cervantes sent Don Quixote journeying and tore through the curtain. The world opened before the knight-errant in all the comical nakedness of its prose.” 
  In this thought-provoking, endlessly enlightening, and entertaining essay on the art of the novel, renowned author Milan Kundera suggests that “the curtain” represents a ready-made perception of the world that each of us has—a pre-interpreted world. The job of the novelist, he argues, is to rip through the curtain and reveal what it hides. Here an incomparable literary artist cleverly sketches out his personal view of the history and value of the novel in Western civilization. In doing so, he celebrates a prose form that possesses the unique ability to transcend national and language boundaries in order to reveal some previously unknown aspect of human existence.

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  Be Brave

  Lama Dalai

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  “We must think globally, but act locally.” —His Holiness the Dalai Lama Simple and accessible wisdom from His Holiness the Dalai Lama on how we are human, how we are not alone, and how we must come together.The latest edition in the popular Be Inspired series, Be Brave is filled with wisdom concerning how to live your best life, improve the world for yourself and others, and how to be a helpful person.His Holiness the Dalai Lama, a perennial source of inspiration, is one of the most eminent spiritual leaders in the world. Recipient of the Noble Peace Prize, His Holiness’s life and works have inspired millions of lives throughout the world. In this specially curated volume, His Holiness shares words of encouragement to deal with new realities in a pandemic-stricken world.“We must recognize that we are not individuals who are alone. We depend on our community and are a part of it. No matter how right your family is, without the community you cannot survive. In the past, there has been too much emphasis on one’s continent, region, and religion. Now that sort of thinking is considered outdated. What we really need is a sense of oneness among seven billion human beings. This could be one of the positive outcomes of the coronavirus crisis.” —His Holiness the Dalai Lama

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