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  Sikh Wars The: A Captivating...

  Captivating History

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  Uncover the Saga of the Sikh Empire and Its Last Stand against the British Raj  
  In this audiobook, the astonishing chronicle of the Sikh Empire unfolds, revealing a story of valor, resilience, and the fierce clash of empires. This audiobook is a portal to a bygone era, where the Sikh Army, hailed as the most formidable Indian force the British ever encountered, carved a 200,000-square-mile empire in the heart of the Punjab. 
  Embark on a Journey Through TimeWitness the birth of the Sikh faith through the divine visions of Guru Nanak and how it evolved into a warrior creed under the guidance of the gurus.Marvel at the strategic prowess of Ranjit Singh, the one-eyed lion of the Punjab, who rose to forge a formidable Sikh Empire after inheriting a kingdom at the age of twelve.Explore the tumultuous aftermath of Ranjit Singh’s demise and how it led to a treacherous power struggle and the army’s fateful confrontation with the British. 
  In this audiobook:Unravel the tale of Ranjit Singh’s youngest queen, the beautiful daughter of the palace dog keeper, and how she became a powerful and able regent for her infant son, the last maharaja of the Punjab.Discover how Irish General Gough led the British forces in India to victory over the Sikhs and why his statue was blown up by the Irish Republican Army a century later.Relive the strategic brilliance and tragic betrayal within the Sikh ranks.Experience the fury of the Sikh artillery and the heart-wrenching separation of Maharani Jind Kaur from her son.Follow the odyssey of the legendary Koh-i-Noor diamond from Ranjit Singh’s vault to the hands of British conquerors. 
  Click the “add to cart” button now, and embark on an unforgettable journey into the past. Your exploration of these remarkable wars awaits!

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  My Secret Garden - Women's...

  Nancy Friday

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  The #1 New York Times–bestselling author’s “groundbreaking” work on women’s sexual fantasies (Publishers Weekly).   First published in 1973, My Secret Garden ignited a firestorm of reactions across the nation—from outrage to enthusiastic support. Collected from detailed personal interviews with hundreds of women from diverse backgrounds, this book presents a bracingly honest account of women’s inner sexual fantasy lives. In its time, this book shattered taboos and opened up a conversation about the landscape of feminine desire in a way that was unprecedented.   Today, My Secret Garden remains one of the most iconic works of feminist literature of our time—and is still relevant to millions of women throughout the world.   “The author whose books about gender politics helped redefine American women’s sexuality.” —The New York Times

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  Medieval Conflicts and Dynasties...

  Harris Ropes

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  This volume explores how rival dynasties, religious authorities, and expanding empires shaped the geopolitical and cultural map of the Middle Ages. 
  Begin with The Investiture Controversy, the clash between the Church and monarchs over who held the authority to appoint bishops. This power struggle between emperors and popes tested the boundaries between secular and spiritual rule and laid the foundation for modern concepts of church-state relations. 
  Move next to The Reconquista, the centuries-long campaign to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule. Fueled by religious fervor and royal ambition, this protracted conflict transformed Spain and Portugal and culminated in the powerful Catholic monarchies that would launch the Age of Exploration. 
  Then explore The Norman Conquest, a pivotal event that redefined English history. William the Conqueror's triumph at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 not only shifted the English throne but also reshaped the culture, language, and law of the British Isles. 
  Finally, journey to The Norman Sicily, where Norman adventurers established a multicultural kingdom blending Latin, Greek, and Arab traditions. This dynamic realm became a beacon of learning and tolerance during a time of widespread division. 
  These four works together uncover the complex web of ambition, religion, and warfare that fueled Europe's transformation during the Middle Ages.

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  Framed: Book Summary & Analysis

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of Framed , by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by 
  Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  Framed dives into one of the most shocking legal cases of the 21st century, examining the intricate web of power, politics, and deception that led to the wrongful conviction of an innocent man. With a meticulous review of evidence and gripping storytelling, this book exposes corruption and systemic flaws in the justice system while raising urgent questions about the cost of truth and accountability in modern society. A must-read for anyone interested in justice, civil rights, and the inner workings of the legal system.

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  A Rare Recording of 1920's...

  Steve Porter, Ernest Hare,...

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  Variety entertainment dominated the popular recording industry's acoustic era (pre -1925), from its beginnings in the 1890s, when records were made on wax cylinders, right up to the beginning of the jazz age in the mid-1920s. From slapstick vaudeville routines and ethnic dialect skits to romantic ballads and dramatic recitations, sound recordings brought variety entertainment into the homes of millions of Americans. The following are three recordings from the era.  
   
  The Arkansas Traveler, performed by Steve Porter and Ernest Hare, recorded in 1922. A classic "rube" sketch, The Arkansas Traveler was probably the best-selling example of the popular genre "descriptive scene," a humorous dramatic sketch that often included sound effects and music.  
   
  Desperate Desmond, written and performed by Fred Duprez, recorded in 1915. Duprez was a vaudeville comedian famous for his comic monologues. An Edison record catalog, circa 1927, had this to say about the Desperate Desmond bit: "Duprez invented all this himself and has given it before many audiences. It is really very cleverly worked out; some of the incidental music fits the characters with a burlesque fashion, and some of it, apparently to Duprez's intense disgust, is wildly inappropriate. To quote a popular advertisement If you can't laugh at this, see a doctor."  
   
  Laughing Record (Henry's Music Lesson), performed by Sally Stembler and Edward Meeker, recorded 1923. This comic sketch was so popular nearly every early record company sold a recording of it. This is the Edison Company's version. Known as the "laughing girl," Sally Stembler was recalled in Jim Walsh's seminal column, "Favorite Pioneer Recording Artist," in Hobbies Magazine (September, 1973): "Miss Stembler was a vaudeville comedienne who for a generation or more entertained audiences with laughing specialties."

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  A Russian on Commando - The Boer...

  Boris Gorelik

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  In January 1900, galvanised by the daring of the Boers in taking on imperial Britain, the young Russian officer Yevgeny Avgustus set off for the Transvaal to fight in the Anglo-Boer War. Like most of the foreign volunteers who flocked to the Boer cause, he ended up on the Natal front.
  Avgustus and his companions joined the Krugersdorp Commando, and their experiences in the field are portrayed in vivid detail. The central part of this gripping account covers the Battle of the Tugela Heights in February 1900 and the Boers' subsequent
  retreat. The immediacy of Avgustus's writing captures his trepidation and excitement as he approaches the battlefield for the first time, as well as his experience of life on commando.
  The keen eye of this foreign volunteer brings to life a turning point in South African history. Avgustus is a gifted writer, and his narrative offers both acute observation and thoughtful
  introspection.
  A gripping portrayal of human frailty and courage in the face of mortal danger, A Russian on Commando highlights both the strange attraction and the absurdities of war.

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