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  Fort Henry: The History of the...

  Jonathan Gianos-Steinberg

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  While the Lincoln Administration and most Northerners were preoccupied with trying to capture Richmond in the summer of 1861, it would be the little-known Ulysses S. Grant who delivered the Union’s first major victories, over a thousand miles away from Washington. Grant’s new commission led to his command of the District of Southeast Missouri, headquartered at Cairo, after he was appointed by “The Pathfinder”, John C. Fremont, a national celebrity who had run for President in 1856. Fremont was one of many political generals that Lincoln was saddled with, and his political prominence ensured he was given a prominent command as commander of the Department of the West early in the war before running so afoul of the Lincoln Administration that he was court-martialed. 
  In January of 1862, Grant persuaded General Henry “Old Brains” Halleck to allow his men to launch a campaign on the Tennessee River. As soon as Halleck acquiesced, Grant moved against Fort Henry, in close coordination with the naval command of Flag Officer Andrew Hull Foote. The combination of infantry and naval bombardment helped force the capitulation of Fort Henry on February 6, 1862, and the surrender of Fort Henry was followed immediately by an attack on Fort Donelson on the Cumberland River, which earned Grant his famous nickname “Unconditional Surrender”. Grant’s forces enveloped the Confederate garrison at Fort Donelson, which included Confederate generals Simon Buckner, John Floyd, and Gideon Pillow. In one of the most bungled operations of the war, the Confederate generals tried and failed to open an escape route by attacking Grant’s forces on February 15. Although the initial assault was successful, General Pillow inexplicably chose to have his men pull back into their trenches, ostensibly so they could take more supplies before their escape. Instead, they simply lost all the ground they had taken, and the garrison was cut off yet again.

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  Healing the Trauma of Infidelity...

  PhD William M. Bumberry, AMHSW...

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  If your partner has been unfaithful to you, you no doubt feel hurt, betrayed, disoriented and confused, angry, and emotionally overwhelmed. You may have feelings of distrust or worry that nothing will ever be the same. You aren't alone. So, how can you heal the trauma of infidelity and rebuild trust? 
   
   
   
  Written by a psychologist and based on the Gottman Method for couples therapy, this book outlines a trauma-informed approach to help you and your partner heal. You'll find skills to help you cultivate a deeper bond—one that builds on friendship and shared experiences. You'll learn to set healthy boundaries and manage difficult emotions. 
   
   
   
  This book offers an evidence-based, three-phase approach to healing after infidelity: 
   
   
   
  ● The Atonement Phase: Deal with the crisis 
   
   
   
  ● The Attunement Phase: Develop skills to address the relationship issues that contributed to infidelity 
   
   
   
  ● The Attachment Phase: Work on physical and emotional intimacy 
   
   
    
  Infidelity is painful and often traumatic, but it doesn't have to end or cloud your relationship. The powerful approach in this compassionate guide will help you and your partner make the positive changes needed to sustain a healthy connection.

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  The Principles of Communism

  Friedrich Engels

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  The Principles of Communism by Friedrich Engels is a foundational political text that outlines the core tenets of communism in a concise and accessible format. Written in 1847 as a preparatory document for the Communist League, the book is structured as a series of questions and answers, making it straightforward for readers to grasp. Engels explores key concepts such as the historical development of class struggles, the rise of capitalism, the exploitation of the working class, and the necessity of a proletarian revolution. He advocates for the abolition of private property, the establishment of collective ownership of the means of production, and the eventual creation of a classless, stateless society. Serving as a precursor to *The Communist Manifesto*, this work provides invaluable insights into the ideological foundations of Marxist theory and remains an important text in the history of socialist thought.

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  On Privacy - Twenty Lessons to...

  Lawrence Cappello

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  This short, powerful book provides practical advice on how to protect yourself in the information age. Living today means most of us must contend with things like workplace surveillance, cyberstalking, ransomware attacks, and facial recognition. But it's not too late to protect our privacy. Written in blunt, jargon-free prose, On Privacy defines today’s privacy landscape while also reminding readers of the joys of keeping things to ourselves—that privacy creates space for intimacy, is essential to mental health, and is a fundamental right in a free society.  Explored among the book's lessons are concepts like: .The Nothing-to-Hide Trap .How we become prisoners of our recorded past .The ways small data points about us can paint revealing pictures .How Big Brother is in fact real .Why we should insist on privacy by design .How to make ensuring privacy something that is profitable.  Each lesson ends with advice on how to talk about a given aspect of privacy and how to take actionable steps to safeguard yourself. On Privacy is small book with a big message about why privacy matters, who profits by invading it, and how best to defend yours in easy, everyday ways.

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  Major Impact and Effect -...

  William David

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  Persuasion is one of the most powerful forces in human interaction—shaping decisions, driving change, and influencing behavior in both subtle and profound ways. Major Impact and Effect: Fundamentals for the Scientific Research on Persuasion is a thought-provoking audiobook that explores the science behind how and why persuasion works, equipping listeners with both knowledge and practical tools to understand its role in everyday life. 
  Grounded in psychology, communication studies, and behavioral science, this audiobook breaks down the fundamental principles of persuasion while also examining their ethical implications and real-world applications. From advertising and leadership to education and personal relationships, persuasion plays a pivotal role in shaping society. 
  In this audiobook, you will learn:Core scientific theories that explain how persuasion influences thought and action.The psychological triggers behind decision-making and compliance.The difference between ethical persuasion and manipulation.Real-life examples of persuasive techniques used in media, politics, and business.How to harness the art of persuasion for personal and professional success. 
  Clear, insightful, and research-driven, Major Impact and Effect provides a foundation for anyone curious about the science of influence. Whether you’re a student, researcher, leader, or lifelong learner, this audiobook will deepen your understanding of how persuasion works—and how it impacts the world around us.

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  A Letter From Aldous Huxley to...

  Aldous Huxley

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  In October of 1949, a few months after publication of George Orwell‘s masterpiece, Nineteen Eighty-Four, he received a letter from fellow author Aldous Huxley, a man who, 17 years previous, had seen his own nightmarish vision of society published in the form of the classic, Brave New World. What begins as a letter of praise soon becomes a brief comparison of the two novels, and an explanation as to why Huxley believes his own earlier work to be a more realistic prediction. It should be noted that in 1917, long before he wrote this letter, Aldous Huxley briefly taught Orwell French at Eton College in Berkshire.

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