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  Family Romance - John Singer...

  Jean Strouse

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  Jean Strouse's Family Romance: John Singer Sargent and the Wertheimers looks at twelve portraits of one English family painted by the expatriate American artist at the height of his career—and at the intersections of all these lives with the sparkle and strife of the Edwardian age. 
   
   
   
  In commissioning this grand series of paintings, Asher Wertheimer, an eminent London art dealer of German-Jewish descent, became Sargent's greatest private patron and close friend. The Wertheimers worked with Rothschilds and royals, plutocrats and dukes—as did Sargent. Asher left most of his Sargent portraits to the National Gallery in London, a gift that elicited censure as well as praise: it was a new thing for a family of Jews to appear alongside the Anglo-Saxon aristocrats and dignitaries painted by earlier masters. 
   
   
   
  Strouse's account, set primarily in England around the turn of the twentieth century, takes in the declining fortunes of the British aristocracy and the dramatic rise of new power and wealth on both sides of the Atlantic. It travels back through hundreds of years to the Habsburg court in Vienna and forward to fascist Italy in the 1930s. Its depictions of Sargent, his sitters, their friendships and circles, and the portraits themselves light up a period that saw tumultuous social change and the birth of the modern art market.

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  Learn Spanish for Kids Fun...

  Damián Carabello

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  ¡Hola, future Spanish speaker! Ready to turn learning into an exciting, laughter-filled adventure? "Learn Spanish for Kids. Fun Stories, Songs & Vocabulary Words For Beginners" is not just an audiobook—it’s your passport to a magical world of colors, animals, songs, and playful characters that make learning Spanish absolutely irresistible! Join Sol, your cheerful guide, as you explore vibrant tales like La Familia de los Colores, sing catchy songs, and build real-world vocabulary you'll remember forever. Whether you're coloring at home or riding in the car, you'll be absorbing Spanish naturally—without even realizing you're learning! By the end, you’ll be able to introduce yourself, chat about your favorite things, and sing in Spanish with confidence and joy. This isn't boring classroom stuff—it’s fun, dynamic, and made just for kids like you! So put on your listening ears, take a deep breath, and jump into this unforgettable journey. ¡Vamos! Let’s make Spanish your new superpower!

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  ADHD Workbook for Adults -...

  Tara Wilson

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  Unleash Your Full Potential: The Ultimate ADHD Guide for AdultsPractical Solutions for Real-Life Challenges:Discover actionable strategies to improve your life with ADHDNo more theory, just practical advice for immediate resultsDesigned specifically for adults facing daily ADHD challengesComprehensive Approach for Success:360-degree support for your personal and professional lifeMaster relationships, self-improvement, and career goalsBacked by the latest studies and research for proven effectivenessEngaging and Relaxing Listening Experience:Clear narration for effortless comprehensionSimple, clean style to maintain your attentionEnjoy a fulfilling reading journey without distractionsEmbrace the Power of ADHD:Bust myths and uncover fascinating facts about ADHDUnderstand gender differences and harness your unique strengthsLearn from inspiring VIPs who conquered ADHD challengesTake Charge Now:No time to waste—start transforming your life todayReclaim control over your ADHD and unlock your full potentialEmbrace a life where ADHD becomes a catalyst for success 
  Get ready for a life-changing journey with the ultimate ADHD guide!  
  Don't wait any longer—take action now and unlock the extraordinary possibilities that await you.

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  Portuguese Empire and Asia The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  By the mid-15th century, the Byzantine Empire had collapsed and the various Crusades that had taken place in the region had largely disrupted the overland routes of the Silk Road and trade. Compounding the difficulties of trade was the rise of the Ottoman Empire in place of the Byzantines and the outbreak of the Black Death in Europe.  
  It was roughly around this time that a period of European exploration began, and major factors that contributed to this period of exploration were introduced by the Chinese, albeit indirectly. The magnetic compass had already been developed and used by the Chinese sailors since the 12th century, although it had first been created in the 3rd century BCE as a divination device. The Portuguese started exploring the west coast of Africa and the Atlantic under orders from Prince Henry the Navigator. At this point, Europeans had not yet been capable of navigating completely around Africa since the ships being built were not yet fully capable of being able to sail very far from the coast and navigation in open waters was difficult, but the Portuguese continued pushing down the western African coast looking for ways to bypass the Ottomans and Muslims of Africa who had been making overland trade routes difficult.  
  	In 1488, Bartholomew Diaz rounded the southern tip of Africa, named the Cape of Good Hope by King John of Portugal, and entered the Indian Ocean from the Atlantic. 	The Portuguese had found access to the trade regions that they had been searching for, but sailing from Portugal to India and beyond would require too many resources to travel with at once. To remedy this problem, Portugal began establishing a number of forts and trading posts along the route. The Portuguese were able to establish a fort on the west coast of India, Fort Manuel, in 1500, and in 1505 a fort was erected off the coast of Tanzania. 

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  Alternative History of Britain...

  Timothy Venning

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  Continuing his exploration of British history, Timothy Venning examines the turning points of the period from the death of William I to the reign of Edward III and a little beyond. He discusses the crucial junctions at which history could easily have taken a different turn and analyzes the possible results. While speculative, the scenarios are highly plausible and rooted in a firm understanding of actual events and their context. Venning gives listeners a clearer understanding of the factors at play and why things happened the way they did, as well as a tantalizing view of what might so easily have been different. 
   
   
   
  Key scenarios include: 
   
   
   
  ● The civil war of 1136-53, how either Stephen or Matilda might have won quick and the likely consequences. 
   
   
   
  ● What if Richard the Lionheart had not gone on Crusade, leaving the inept John to rule in his place? Could the English (Angevin) Empire in France have been saved? What if that fatal crossbow bolt had missed Richard in 1199, sparing him an early death? 
   
   
   
  ● What if Edward I's riding accident in 1294 had been fatal, leaving Edward II to succeed at ten years of age? 
   
   
   
  ● A whole chapter with scenarios surrounding the Scottish kings.

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  Grit - HBR Emotional...

  Harvard Business Review

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  In the face of hardship, you need perseverance and determination. 
   
   
   
  You need grit. But how do you build it? 
   
   
   
  This book explores how you can persist in difficult situations. You'll learn how to convince yourself to do hard things, find support in trying circumstances, and know when you're pushing yourself too hard. 
   
   
   
  This volume includes the work of: Angela Duckworth, Misty Copeland, Shannon Huffman Polson, and Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic. 
   
   
   
  How to be human at work. The HBR Emotional Intelligence series features smart, essential reading on the human side of professional life from the pages of Harvard Business Review. Each book in the series offers proven research showing how our emotions impact our work lives, practical advice for managing difficult people and situations, and inspiring essays on what it means to tend to our emotional well-being at work. Uplifting and practical, these books describe the social skills that are critical for ambitious professionals to master.

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