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  Islamic Empires of India The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  India has been the location of many different empires throughout its long history. The Indus Valley Civilization was home to one of the world’s first civilizations more than 5,000 years ago, and despite India’s tradition of cultural and political pluralism, several rulers attempted to place the entire Sub-Continent under the rule of one dynasty or government with a dominant religion. Most of these would-be rulers were far from successful, although a few came close, setting the template for later conquerors. 
  The religion of Islam had entered India centuries earlier through merchants and missionaries, but, in the 10th century, warrior bands of Muslims began establishing themselves permanently in what is today Pakistan. From their permanent strongholds, these Muslim warriors of Turkish descent raided northern India, eventually capturing the city of Delhi and establishing what would become the Delhi Sultanate.  
  The Delhi Sultanate was comprised of five dynasties that expanded their borders, and Islam, at sword point, but also through diplomacy and trade. The Delhi Sultanate became known as a state that welcomed the expertise of foreigners, no matter their religion, and promoted the welfare of its citizens through a host of social programs. Eventually, the Delhi Sultanate grafted ideas and inspiration from India’s pre-Islamic past with those of Islam to create a state that was quite unique and powerful. 
  The Mughals, a group with Turkish and Mongolian roots, used gunpowder weapons to sweep into northern India, topple the existing Islamic dynasty in Delhi, and eventually subject most of India to their rule. The term “gunpowder empire” was originally coined by Russian scholar V. V. Bartold and popularized by American historians William McNeil and Marshall Hodgson in the mid-20th century to describe the Islamic Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal empires, which they claimed came to power through gunpowder.

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  American History - A Very Short...

  Paul S. Boyer

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  Ranging from the earliest Native American settlers to the presidency of Barack Obama, this Very Short Introduction offers an illuminating account of politics, diplomacy, and war as well as the full spectrum of social, cultural, and scientific developments that shaped our country. 
   
   
   
  Here is a masterful picture of America's achievements and failures, large-scale socio-historical forces, and pivotal events. Boyer sheds light on the colonial era, the Revolution, and the birth of the new nation; right up to the tragedy of 9/11, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the epoch-making election of Barack Obama. Certain broad trends shape much of the narrative—immigration, urbanization, slavery, continental expansion, the global projection of U.S. power, the centrality of religion, the progression from an agrarian to an industrial to a post-industrial economic order. Boyer also highlights the diversity of the American experience and the crucial role of race, ethnicity, gender, and social class in shaping the contours of specific groups within the nation's larger tapestry. And along the way, he touches upon the cultural milestones of American history, from Tom Paine's The Crisis to Allen Ginsberg's Howl. 
   
   
   
  American History: A Very Short Introduction is a panoramic history of the United States, one that covers virtually every topic of importance.

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  Emboldened

  Belinda Alexandra

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  How do you begin your life again when you’ve lost everything you’ve worked for and your dreams have been shattered? 
  That was the question beloved Australian author Belinda Alexandra faced one freezing winter night when she ran from her home in terror, clutching only her wallet, her phone and her latest manuscript on a USB stick. 
  To pull herself up from rock bottom, Belinda drew strength from the real life women who had inspired her bestselling historical fiction: her mother, Tatiana Morosoff, a White Russian who had fled a home more than once due to wars and revolutions; Virginia Hall, an American who lost her leg in an accident but went on to become one of the most revered Allied agents in World War II France; Carmen Amaya, who despite being born into abject poverty in Barcelona rose to become the greatest Flamenco dancer of all time; Edna Walling, who lost her own dream home in a freak fire but created garden designs that made her one of Australia’s most celebrated landscape designers. 
  They were women who had faced seemingly insurmountable challenges and found ways to forge ahead on their own terms. 
  In a compelling and exquisite blend of memoir and history, Belinda shows readers that, no matter what challenge they might be facing, there is always the possibility of building a bold life full of meaning again from the ashes.

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  Educating for a Sustainable...

  Brian Gibson

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  What if education could heal the planet, restore equity, and reimagine what it means to be human? 
  In Educating for a Sustainable Future, Brian Gibson invites readers to embark on a bold intellectual and moral journey—one that redefines learning in the age of climate crisis, social inequality, and economic uncertainty. With clarity, compassion, and vision, Gibson challenges the limitations of capitalist models that have shaped our schools, societies, and sense of purpose. 
  Drawing on critical pedagogy, ecological philosophy, and contemporary ethics, this book examines how education can become a transformative force, cultivating empathy, creativity, and sustainability in every learner. It proposes a radical rethinking of how we teach, what we value, and why we learn. 
  Through thought-provoking analysis and inspiring real-world examples, Gibson shows that true education is not about competing for success, but about co-creating a just, sustainable, and flourishing world. 
  Inside you’ll discover: 
  •	How current education systems perpetuate inequality and ecological harm 
  •	What a post-capitalist framework for learning might look like 
  •	Ways to cultivate ethical, democratic, and environmentally conscious classrooms 
  •	Strategies for aligning education with the values of justice, care, and sustainability 
  Educating for a Sustainable Future is a powerful call to educators, policymakers, and global citizens who believe that a better world begins in the classroom—and that learning itself must evolve if humanity is to thrive.

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  Ronald Reagan - A Highly...

  Kelly Mass

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  Ronald Wilson Reagan was the 40th President of the U.S.A. of America, serving from 1981 to 1989. He was the Republican politician Party's 33rd ruler of California from 1967 to 1975, following a profession as a Hollywood star and labor organizer. 
  Reagan was born in Tampico, Illinois, to a low-income family. In the year 1932, he finished from Eureka College and went to work in Iowa as a radio sports analyst. 
  Reagan transferred to Californian the year 1937 to chase after a profession as a star. He appeared in certain noteworthy productions. 
  Reagan worked as president of the Screen Casts Guild from 1947 to 1952, throughout which time he made an attempt to push out supposed communist impact within the company. He changed to tv in the 1950s and ended up being a representative for General Electric. 
  President Reagan has meant a lot for the United States, the politics at the time, the Cold War, and more. Learn more about him through this comprehensive book.

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  Effective Anger Management for...

  Emma Davies

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  Treated like a child and expected to behave like an adult? Discover when your anger is justified and when it screams “management issue.”ATTN: PARENTS, THERAPISTS, SOCIAL WORKERS, OF TEENAGERS AND SCHOOL COUNSELORS. 
  The areas of Teens' brain that are responsible for emotional regulation and impulse control experience significant remodeling during teenage years. Add hormonal fluctuations caused by puberty into the equation, and the result may be mood swings and emotional volatility. 
  If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by your uncontrolled bursts of anger or struggling to maintain healthy relationships, look no further. 
  This comprehensive guide is specifically tailored to help Teen reclaim control over emotions. 
  Here’s just a snippet of what you will discover inside:Hurt, sad, or something else? Find the root causes and triggers of your angerHow your anger can rule your emotions – recognize early signs before your anger gets out of hand (and ruin your relationships)Erecting safe spaces – master the art of boundary setting to manage your anger with friends, family, and others around youSelf-control with emotional intelligence – 5 helpful tips on building empathy and compassion to truly comprehend opposing opinions without losing your cool! 
  And much more. 
  Take positive steps towards managing your anger effectively. Start today!If you are fed up with feeling like you can’t control your anger, here’s your chance to effectively manage your emotions, and your life. Scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now.

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