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  Sparta - Fall of a Warrior Nation

  Philip Matyszak

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  This cultural history of Ancient Sparta chronicles the rise of its legendary military power and offers revealing insight into the people behind the myths. 
   
   
    
  The Spartans of ancient Greece are typically portrayed as macho heroes: noble, laconic, totally fearless. But life was not as simple as this image suggests. In truth, ancient Sparta was a city of contrasts. 
   
   
    
  We might admire their physical toughness, but Spartans also systematically abused their children. They gave rights to female citizens that were unmatched in Europe until the modern era, meanwhile subjecting their conquered subject peoples to a murderous reign of terror. Though idealized by the Athenian contemporaries of Socrates, Sparta was almost devoid of intellectual achievement. 
   
   
    
  In this revealing history of Spartan society, Philip Matyszak chronicles the rise of the city from a Peloponnesian village to the military superpower of Greece. Above all, Matyszak investigates the role of the Spartan hoplite, the archetypal Greek warrior who was feared throughout Greece in his own day and has since become a legend. The listener is shown the man behind the myth; who he was, who he thought he was, and the environment which produced him.

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  That's the Way I Think - An...

  David Grant

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  The fourth edition of David Grant's bestseller is an insightful exploration of neurodiversity, illuminating the lived experiences of the estimated 15–20% of the population who are neurodivergent. Taking a lifestyle approach, Grant provides a compassionate understanding of diagnostic categories, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and autism, with particular attention to often-overlooked female experiences and those without formal diagnoses. 
  This fully revised edition features three new chapters on neurodiversity, autism, and mental health, alongside substantially updated content on dyslexia, visualization, sleep, creativity, and sports. Through authentic first-person accounts, the book examines both the differences and similarities across diagnostic categories while offering historical context and evolutionary interpretations. Complementing scientific understanding with personal narratives, That's the Way I Think creates a comprehensive portrait of neurodivergent life that challenges misconceptions and celebrates neurodiversity as a positive social concept. 
  This accessible resource provides essential insights for anyone seeking to understand and appreciate the rich complexity of neurodivergent experiences.

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  Art of Fantacy

  Mervat Abu Ouf

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  Dr. Mervat Abou Oaf chronicles the journey of Egypt's film industry from the days of its commencement to the contemporary era of digitization and streaming platforms, all while painting a better, brighter, and bigger picture of what the future could entail.
  
  The book maneuvers around significant dates and milestones, highlighting Egyptian cinema's cultural, political, and economic importance.
  
  Through the lens of expert interviews, Dr. Abou Oaf examines regulatory frameworks operating backstage and maps out what's required to sustain and develop a thriving industry, proposing a regulatory model that embraces economic prosperity, cultural values, and industry independence.

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  American Revolution Stories:...

  Ahoy Publications

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  Take a deep dive into the history of the American Revolution. 
  Are you a history enthusiast looking to learn more about the Revolutionary War? 
  Are you looking for a history audiobook that contains more than the usual run-of-the-mill facts about a specific historical event? 
  Do you want to learn about forgotten events and characters that marked this historical event? 
  From unusual heroes to lesser-known narratives showcasing courage and determination, this audiobook offers a unique blend of facts that shaped the events of the American Revolution. 
  In this audiobook, you will:Learn how the Culper Spy Ring was formed and what its purpose wasExplore the stories of Guerrilla Warfare in the South, along with the life of one of its most prominent actors, Francis MarionLearn who Deborah Sampson was and why she disguised herself as a soldier of the Revolutionary WarDive into stories of pain and hardship, exploring the dark days of Valley ForgeGain a deeper understanding of how the Battle of Saratoga led to the turning of the tideUnveil the heartbreaking tales of betrayal and loyalty on the frontier during the conflicts in the Mohawk ValleyUnderstand the significance of Benedict Arnold’s betrayalLearn how Daniel Morgan’s tactical genius led to an American victory at the Battle of CowpensTake a voyage through the tumultuous life and naval career of John Paul Jones, the commander of the Bonhomme RichardUnderstand what led to the Treaty of Paris and American independence 
  Click the “add to cart” button to expand your knowledge of this extraordinary historical event.

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  Relentless Pursuit - A True...

  Kevin Flynn

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  The true story of the brutal 1993 murder of a mother and daughter in Washington, D.C., told by federal homicide prosecutor Kevin Flynn.RELENTLESS PURSUIT follows the personal mission of a Washington, D.C., federal homicide prosecutor who dedicated himself to bringing justice and closure to the family of a brutally murdered mother and daughter, a case during which the author's own father passed away.On a late May morning in 1993, a mother and daughter were found murdered in their home in northeast Washington, D.C. Within a matter of days, an arrest was made. For the victims’ family and friends, and for a prosecutor obsessed with justice—the harrowing impact of the crime was just beginning...

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  A Lot of People Are Saying - The...

  Russell Muirhead, Nancy L....

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  This audiobook narrated by Katherine Fenton reveals how the new conspiracists are undermining democracy—and explains what can be done about it
  
  Conspiracy theories are as old as politics. But conspiracists today have introduced something new—conspiracy without theory. And the new conspiracism has moved from the fringes to the heart of government with the election of Donald Trump. In A Lot of People Are Saying, Russell Muirhead and Nancy Rosenblum show how the new conspiracism differs from classic conspiracy theory, why so few officials speak truth to conspiracy, and what needs to be done to resist it.
  
  Classic conspiracy theory insists that things are not what they seem and gathers evidence—especially facts ominously withheld by official sources—to tease out secret machinations. The new conspiracism is different. There is no demand for evidence, no dots revealed to form a pattern, no close examination of shadowy plotters. Dispensing with the burden of explanation, the new conspiracism imposes its own reality through repetition (exemplified by the Trump catchphrase "a lot of people are saying") and bare assertion ("rigged!").
  
  The new conspiracism targets democratic foundations—political parties and knowledge-producing institutions. It makes it more difficult to argue, persuade, negotiate, compromise, and even to disagree. Ultimately, it delegitimates democracy.
  
  Filled with vivid examples, A Lot of People Are Saying diagnoses a defining and disorienting feature of today's politics and offers a guide to responding to the threat.

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