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  Epic Fails in Ancient History:...

  Ahoy Publications

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  Take an epic journey through the hilarious mistakes and baffling blunders that shaped civilizations. 
  Are you looking to learn unique and surprising facts about human history? 
  Do you want to listen to the quirks and fumbles that defined ancient eras? 
  Did you know that some of the biggest discoveries in history were born out of missteps? 
  More than simple errors, this audiobook about epic failures in ancient history is a testament to humanity’s resilience and people’s ability to learn, adapt, and advance despite the circumstances. 
  In this audiobook, you will:Traverse to stone-age trembles through the stories of Otzi, the Lascaux cave, and the discovery of Homo floresiensis.Delve into ancient Egyptian anomalies like Snefru’s Bent Pyramid, Tutankhamun’s tomb, and Pharaoh Akhenaten’s revolution.Explore ancient Greek mishaps, including the Sicilian Expedition, Aeschylus’s death, and the act of Herostratus.Travel to the Roman Empire through stories about the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest, Emperor Nero, and the Hypogeum.Learn about the Ziggurat of Borsippa, King Sargon of Akkad, and unique Mesopotamian practices.Embark with the Chinese Great Wall’s construction, Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s obsessions, and the Grand Canal’s initial building.Learn about Indian curiosities like the Indus Valley city of Mohenjo-Daro, the great King Harsha’s legend, and the Nalanda University.Gain an understanding of the most renowned Mesoamerican mishaps, beginning with the story of the Maya city of Tikal.Explore unusual Norse legacies, like the Vinland Sagas and the acts of Ivar the Boneless. 
  Click on the “Add to Cart” button now and take a bold detour, focusing on the missteps that ironically offer profound insights into the human condition.

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  Summary of Leonard Mlodinow's...

  Falcon Press

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  Buy now to get the main key ideas from Leonard Mlodinow's Subliminal 
    
  The unconscious controls nearly all of our behavioral patterns, daily decisions, and life-changing choices, yet we are almost unaware of its existence and functions. In Subliminal (2012), scientist Leonard Mlodinow aims to explain how the unconscious mind actually functions and guides us in our daily life. Mlodinow firmly believes that you must grasp the influence of the subliminal world concealed within each of us if you truly want to understand the social world, yourself, and others. If you want to overcome the hurdles that stand between you and your highest goals, you must understand the functions of your unconscious.

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  Extended Summary - Plain Truth -...

  Everbook Summaries

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  EXTENDED SUMMARY 
    
  PLAIN TRUTH 
  BASED ON THE BOOK BY JODI PICOULT 
    
  SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: EVERBOOK SUMMARIES 
    
  CONTENT 
  The Discovery 
  The Defense 
  A Clash of Worlds 
  Truth and Lies 
  Secrets Revealed 
  Strategy and Support 
  Preparing for Trial 
  The Trial 
  Verdict and Resolution 
  General Analysis 
    
  ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
  "Plain Truth" by Jodi Picoult tells the story of Ellie. Hathaway, a defense attorney who finds herself representing Katie Fisher, an Amish teenager accused of murdering her newborn baby. The book explores the clash between the Amish community and the English legal system. As Ellie navigates the complexities of the case, she learns about Amish culture and must grapple with issues of truth, justice, and her own values. The narrative weaves together legal drama with cultural exploration as Ellie tries to understand the truth and help Katie navigate the unfamiliar world of the legal system. The story raises questions about how different cultures understand guilt and innocence, and how these different perspectives affect the process of seeking justice.

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  Could Jo Starting A School For...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Many people wonder why Jo starts a school for boys..even though Little Women mentions how much Jo loves boys many times. In Little Men, we can see how Jo and Friedrich wish that their boys grow to respect women, so could Jo starting a school for boys actually be a feminist act? 
  There are lots of people who say that Friedrich forced Jo to start a school or Friedrich forced Jo to become a teacher. None of that happens in the novel. So have these people even read Little Women? In the book, Jo is the one who says that she wants to start a school. Her exact words are Quote "even before I met my Fritz, I used to think how when I made my fortune and no one needed me at home, I'd hire a big house and pick up some poor fore-long little lads who hadn't any mothers and take care of them and make life jolly for them before it was too late. 
  I see so many of them going to ruin for want of help, and at the right minute. I love them, so to do anything for them, I seem to feel their wants and sympathize with their troubles. I know I should so like to be a mother to them". End quote. In the scene in the book where Jo explains her plans on starting school, she clearly says that what she wants to do is to have a flock of boys that she can nurture, she can take care of them and can be a mother to them and love them. A lot of people erase the maternal elements from Jo's character.

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  What Universities Owe Democracy

  Ronald J. Daniels, Phillip...

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  Universities play an indispensable role within modern democracies. But this role is often overlooked or too narrowly conceived, even by universities themselves. In What Universities Owe Democracy, Ronald J. Daniels, the president of Johns Hopkins University, argues that—at a moment when liberal democracy is endangered and more countries are heading toward autocracy than at any time in generations—it is critical for today's colleges and universities to reestablish their place in democracy. 
   
   
   
  Drawing upon fields as varied as political science, economics, history, and sociology, Daniels identifies four distinct functions of American higher education that are key to liberal democracy: social mobility, citizenship education, the stewardship of facts, and the cultivation of pluralistic, diverse communities. By examining these roles over time, Daniels explains where colleges and universities have faltered in their execution of these functions—and what they can do going forward. 
   
   
   
  Looking back on his decades of experience leading universities, Daniels offers bold prescriptions for how universities can act now to strengthen democracy. For those committed to democracy's future prospects, this book is a vital resource.

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  How to Build a Home: George...

  George Clarke

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  Ideal for readers of 6+ with an interest in design and construction […] From treehouses to skyscrapers, timber to future tech, Clarke’s well-judged text is heightened by Sae-Heng’s bright, flat images. – The Guardian 
  Get designing and building with architect and TV presenter GEORGE CLARKE. From marvellous materials to future tech – discover the stories behind our homes. 
  Packed with fun, facts and challenges – perfect for readers aged 6 to 9. 
  Welcome to LITTLE EXPERTS – inspiring the next generation of experts!Written by expert authors, famous for their passion and expertiseMust-read introductions to key non-fiction topics with vibrant, colour illustrations throughoutCreated to empower and inspire! 
  Also available in the series:Marvellous Vehicles by JAMES MAY, a writer and broadcaster who is best known for co-presenting Top Gear and The Grand Tour.Superhero Animals by CHRIS PACKHAM CBE, one of the UK’s leading naturalists and an award-winning conservationist, who began his TV career presenting children’s series The Really Wild Show.How Families Are Made by DR AMIR KHAN, an award-winning full-time GP and resident doctor on Lorraine and Good Morning Britain.Why Money Matters by DEBORAH MEADEN, entrepreneur, Dragons’ Den investor and host of the BBC Radio 5 Live’s The Big Green Money Show podcast.Amazing Bodies and How to Save a Life by DR RONX, award-winning trans non-binary emergency doctor and TV presenter.Why Politics Matters by ALASTAIR CAMPBELL, a writer, podcaster and strategist who is best known for his work as former PM Tony Blair’s spokesperson. 
  Ideal for kids and juvenile readers, this book is a blend of education and entertainment. It's a short, engaging story that will inspire them to explore the wonders of house building and consider careers in this field. 
  For fans of Mick Manning (The Story of Paintings), Andrea Beaty (One Girl), Roma Agrawal (How Was That Built?), and Lonely Planet Kids (Lonely Planet How to be an International Spy). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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