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  Chimú Empire - The Kingdom of...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Chimú Empire, one of the most prominent pre-Columbian civilizations of the northern coast of Peru, flourished between the 9th and 15th centuries. This advanced civilization is known for its impressive urban centers, most notably the capital city of Chan Chan, which remains the largest adobe city in the world. At its height, the Chimú Empire controlled vast territories, from the southern border of the Moche Valley to the northern regions of present-day Ecuador. The empire was characterized by its highly structured society, advanced technology, and unique artistic traditions, which helped shape the cultural landscape of the Andean region. 
  The roots of the Chimú Empire trace back to the Moche culture, which had a significant influence on the development of the Chimú. However, the Chimú people took the foundational knowledge of their predecessors and expanded upon it, creating a powerful and sophisticated society. They established a series of city-states along the coast, which were eventually unified under the leadership of a single ruler, the Chimú king, who governed from Chan Chan. 
  The Chimú Empire’s political structure was highly organized, with a well-defined hierarchy that ranged from the elite rulers to the common people. The king, or "Sapa Chimú," was considered the most powerful figure, acting as both a political and spiritual leader. The empire was divided into regions, each overseen by local lords who managed administrative and religious duties within their territories. This hierarchical structure helped maintain control over the vast lands and resources of the empire.

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  Anti-Racist Leadership - How to...

  James D. White, Krista White

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  Building anti-racist companies by design creates great places to work for all. 
   
   
   
  Business leaders who are ready to take a bold stance to make the world better for their employees, consumers, and community: listen to this book. 
   
    
   
  This book is not apolitical. This book is explicitly anti-racist. This book takes the stance that Black Lives Matter, LGBTQIA+ rights are human rights, people of all abilities deserve respect and access, and people of all genders have the right to sovereignty over their identities. This book acknowledges that capitalism is built on a foundation of systemic racism. 
   
     
   
  Business leaders, you hold an important position in the power structure, and you have the unique ability to reach thousands of employees and millions of consumers with your leadership. It's time for you to build a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. 
   
      
   
  This book is the comprehensive plan for leaders who are ready to get serious about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and creating an anti-racist company culture. 
   
     
   
  Transformational leader James D. White has gained a deep understanding of how to operationalize and integrate DEI agendas as a leader with thirty-plus years of experience at large companies. and as his lived experience as a Black man at that highest levels of corporate America. Most recently he was CEO and chairman of the global smoothie chain Jamba Juice, where he led a remarkable turnaround to make it a model of strong performance built on a foundation of a deeply diverse, anti-racist culture. And he draws on the experiences of other leaders on the vanguard of DEI. 
   
      
   
  Practical lessons and real-world examples of techniques used by best practitioners will empower leaders who are asking themselves at this urgent moment what so many have asked White: What can I do? 
   
     
   
  Listen to this book.

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  The Omega's Alpha

  Rainbow Press

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  Kai is an Alpha, from a family of Alphas. 
    
  With the recent sale of his business, Kai is ready for a life of luxury in his dreamhouse. But though the man knows how to dress himself in the best fashion, he has no idea how to begin filling the empty rooms of his new palatial home. 
    
  Enter Asher. 
    
  The younger man has the interior decorating sense that Kai lacks, but the Alpha be trusted? Asher is used to Alphas taking what they want, and one thing has become obvious to this omega — Kai wants him. 
    
  Can Kai overcome Asher’s lack of trust in Alphas, or will the only omega for him slip right through the front door?

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  Taming Urban Indians - Outlook...

  Allister Robert

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  Callousness towards lack of civic sense which you would have experienced and insights on desired etiquettes are drawn in this publication on non-prescriptive tangents. 
  Intriguing and inspiring, it throws light on propriety deficiencies widely considered trivial in urban India, through compelling stories and real life experiences.

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  Mad Dogs and Englishmen -...

  Bryn Parry

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  Bryn Parry (1956–2023) was one of Britain's best-known countryside cartoonists. This re-issue of Mad Dogs and Englishmen is a superb collection of Bryn's shooting and dog cartoons. It gives an insight into a world that can really only be understood by a participant for whom it is more than a sport; it is a way of life.

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  After the Walk - The Amazing...

  Cecilia Anastos

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  Every day, my dogs and I wander the scenic trails of our hometown. As we walk, I practice a gentle form of walking meditation—listening to the rhythm of paws and footsteps, the harmony of our breathing, the rustle of leaves in the wind, and even the occasional spirited bark from other dogs along the way. 
  But this is not a book about meditation. It’s not about dog training either. 
  This is a book about the philosophy of life—the reflections, insights, and wandering thoughts that bloom after these quiet walks. 
  Inside, you’ll find a collection of 34 short stories. Some will make you smile. Others will nudge you to pause and look deeper into your own life. All of them are rooted in the simple, yet profound, experiences of walking with loyal companions. 
  At the time of writing, my faithful walking partners were Nena, my service dog, and her daughters Juliette and Panda, along with Jolie, Kapa’a, Indie, and Luna. Each step we took together left an imprint not just on the ground, but on my heart and in these pages.

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