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  Field Rules

  Carla Luna

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  What happens in the field, stays in the field. Or does it? 
  After the disastrous way her first archaeological dig ended, graduate student Olivia Sanchez abandoned her dreams of working in the field. Now, thanks to a last-minute teaching opportunity in Cyprus, she’ll get another chance to explore ancient history firsthand. This time, failure isn’t an option. 
  But digging up the past takes on a whole new meaning when she’s forced to team up with her ex, shovel bum Rick Langston. 
  For years, Rick has proven his archaeological skills all over the Mediterranean. But with no graduate degree—and a habit of attracting trouble—his reputation could use a little rehab. All he has to do is play by the rules while he’s in Cyprus and he’ll secure a coveted recommendation for his next job. Until Olivia resurfaces like a cursed relic from the past. 
  Given that their last fling nearly led to their academic ruin, Olivia and Rick can’t afford to repeat their past mistakes. But as they work together under the scorching Mediterranean sun, the heat between them proves impossible to ignore.

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  The Sociology of Everyday Life -...

  Fred Grandsen

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  Everyday life is often taken for granted, filled with routines and interactions that seem ordinary. However, sociology reveals that even the most mundane moments are shaped by broader social forces. From morning commutes to casual conversations, every action we take is influenced by cultural norms, social structures, and historical contexts. Understanding everyday life through sociology allows us to see how society operates at both individual and collective levels, uncovering patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. 
  Sociologists study everyday life to explore how individuals interact, how social norms are maintained, and how power dynamics influence our behaviors. The interactions we engage in, whether greeting a coworker or ordering coffee at a café, follow unspoken social rules. These rules, shaped by culture and history, guide our behaviors without us always being aware of them. For example, the way we dress, speak, and behave in public is dictated by societal expectations, which can vary across different cultures and historical periods. By analyzing these seemingly simple actions, sociology provides insight into how larger social structures function. 
  The concept of the “sociological imagination,” introduced by C. Wright Mills, is central to understanding everyday life. It encourages individuals to connect their personal experiences to larger societal issues. For instance, someone struggling with job insecurity may view their situation as a personal failure. However, from a sociological perspective, their experience can be linked to broader economic trends, shifts in labor markets, and corporate policies. This shift in perspective helps individuals understand that personal troubles are often rooted in social structures rather than isolated events.

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  Strategically Navigating...

  PhD Pearis L. Jean, PhD Della V....

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  People often understand racism in terms of blatant, overtly hostile behaviors and attitudes. At work, however, racism often takes the form of microaggressions, being ignored, being invalidated or talked over, being overly criticized, or having assumptions made about your abilities. 
   
   
   
  You should not have to experience racism—and it is not your fault—but the unfortunate reality is that many Black people do, especially in their workplace. And once you muster the courage to say something, what do you say, and when do you say it? 
   
   
   
  This empowering workbook provides practical skills for navigating and responding to anti-Black racism in the workplace. You'll find solutions that work for you and your unique situation, as well as tips for addressing interpersonal issues, setting boundaries, and attending to your emotional and mental health. 
   
   
   
  Whether overt or covert, if you've experienced racism in the workplace, you may feel trapped in a dilemma. How should you respond to an incident of racism? 
   
   
   
  This workbook offers essential tools to help you make informed choices about how to respond to racism in the workplace, assert yourself with confidence, and prioritize your own well-being.

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  Stalingrad

  Kelly Mass

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  Stalingrad has changed names. It's now called Volgograd and is still one of the largest cities in Russia. But we can't ignore the fact that for a significant time in history, it was called Stalingrad, named after the tyrant and leader of the Soviet Union in the Second World War, Joseph Stalin. Let's explore the history of this city during the Second World War, and why the battles fought there were so horrendous and pivotal in history.At the time of the Battle of Stalingrad In Southern Russia, Germany and its allies combated the Soviet Union for control of Stalingrad (now Volgograd). It is just one of the bloodiest engagements in the history of warfare, with an approximated 2 million general losses. It's marked by intense close-quarters battle and direct attacks on people in air campaign. The German High Command was pushed to eliminate substantial army forces from other theaters of war after their defeat at Stalingrad.The Stalingrad battle has been represented in the movies “Stalingrad” and “Enemy at the Gates.” It has become a level in video games like the “Call of Duty” series. Its casualties were many. Its circumstances brutal and took a very long time. Let’s take a look at what took place, why it was such a heroic turning point for the Russians against Hitler’s Nazi armies, and what happened after the Germans were pushed back.

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  Governing a Continent

  Santiago Machain

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  Governing a Continent takes readers inside the real machinery of large-scale rule—where institutions outlast leaders, where roads and courts shape daily routines, and where culture, science, and trade knit diverse peoples into a common future. Through vivid analysis and human-centered storytelling, the book reveals how stable governance is built not only by grand strategy but by dependable services, fair laws, resilient budgets, and inclusive rituals. 
  Spanning provincial administration, taxation, logistics, military pluralism, legal pluralism, court ceremony, work and markets, art and identity, and the governance of knowledge and time, this volume shows how empires and federations maintain continuity through crisis and change. It explains how legitimacy is earned every day—at border posts and bus stops, in clinics and classrooms, through the choices of judges, engineers, quartermasters, and archivists.

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  Admiral Halsey's Story

  William Frederick Halsey

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  Admiral Halsey's Story is the personal memoir of Fleet Admiral William F. "Bull" Halsey Jr., one of the most dynamic and influential naval commanders of World War II. Co-written with Lieutenant Commander J. Bryan III, the book offers a vivid, first-hand account of Halsey's experiences—from his early days in the U.S. Navy to his pivotal leadership in the Pacific Theater. With a commanding voice and candid insights, Halsey recounts major battles such as Guadalcanal, Leyte Gulf, and the liberation of the Philippines, while also offering personal reflections on strategy, leadership, and the nature of war. Rich with historical detail, maps, and photographs, this autobiography is both an important military record and a compelling portrait of a bold and unrelenting wartime commander.

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