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  Lincoln & Churchill - Statesmen...

  Lewis E Lehrman

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  “With penetrating insight, Lehrman unfolds the contrasts and similarities between these two leaders . . . I savored every page of this magnificent work.”—Doris Kearns Goodwin, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln  Winner of the Abraham Lincoln Institute of Washington’s 2019 book prize Lewis E. Lehrman, a renowned historian and National Humanities Medal winner, gives new perspective on two of the greatest English-speaking statesmen—and their remarkable leadership in wars of national survival. Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill, as commanders in chief, led their nations to victory—Lincoln in the Civil War, Churchill in World War II. They became revered leaders—statesmen for all time. Yet these two world-famous war leaders have never been seriously compared at book length. Acclaimed historian Lewis Lehrman, in his pathbreaking comparison of both statesmen, finds that Lincoln and Churchill—with very different upbringings and contrasting personalities—led their war efforts, to some extent, in similar ways. As supreme war lords, they were guided not only by principles of honor, duty, and freedom, but also by the practical wisdom to know when, where, and how to apply these principles. Even their writings and speeches were swords in battle. Gifted literary stylists, both men relied on the written and spoken word to steel their citizens throughout desperate and prolonged wars. And both statesmen unexpectedly left office near the end of their wars—Lincoln by the bullet, Churchill by the ballot. They made mistakes, which Lehrman considers carefully. But the author emphasizes that, despite setbacks, they never gave up. “Deeply researched and elegantly written. . . . a valuable contribution to our knowledge of the past. By expertly conjoining two great leaders in a single volume, he has enhanced our understanding of both.” ―The Wall Street Journal  Includes illustrations and photographs

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  Soviet Union

  Kelly Mass

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  From 1922 till 1991, the Soviet Union, officially the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), was a socialist state that covered Europe and Asia. It was in theory a federal union of different sovereign republics; but, till its closing years, its administration and economy were highly centralized.The Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin, ousted the Provisional Federal government that had formerly toppled the Russian Empire's Romanov family in the October Revolution of 1917, bring to life the Soviet Union. They established the Russian Soviet Republic, the world's first socialist state with a constitution. Stress between the Bolshevik Red Army and some anti-Bolshevik forces across the previous Empire emerged into a civil war, with the White Guard being the most effective faction. The White Horror was a period of violent anti-communist repression by the White Defend Against the Bolsheviks and believed worker and peasant Bolsheviks. Through Red Horror, the Red Army extended and helped regional Bolsheviks in acquiring power, building soviets, and penalizing political challengers and defiant peasants. By 1922, the power balance had moved, and the Bolsheviks had thrived, unifying the Russian, Transcaucasian, Ukrainian, and Byelorussian republics to form the Soviet Union. After the civil war ended, Lenin's administration carried out The New Economic Policy, which led to a partial return of the free enterprise and personal property, and also a period of financial healing.Joseph Stalin rose to power after Lenin's death in the year 1924. Within the Communist Party, Stalin got rid of any political resistance to his rule and developed a command economy. As a consequence, the nation went through a period of quick industrialization and pushed collectivization, which led to great financial development but also a manufactured starvation in the year 1932-- 1933 and the growth of the Gulag labor camp system.

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  The Mindful College Student -...

  PhD Eric B. Loucks, MD Judson A....

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  College is a time of transition. It's a time for learning and preparing to make your own way in the world. But if you're like many teens and young adults, the thought of leaving home and being on your own in a new place can also be intimidating—even overwhelming. That's why you need a solid foundation to help you manage stress, stay focused, and maintain healthy habits—in body, mind, and spirit. 
   
   
   
  Grounded in evidence-based mindfulness, The Mindful College Student will help you cultivate the cognitive and emotional skills you need to increase well-being and reach your highest aspirations. You'll also learn positive coping strategies for dealing with stress, sadness, and anxiety—including diet, fitness, and sleep habits. Most importantly, you'll discover three core self-regulation skills to help steer you toward the life you want: self-awareness, attention control, and emotion regulation. 
   
   
   
  Get ready to take on the world with this fun and informative guide, filled with everything you need to face all of the challenges of college life—and beyond!

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  Pop Song Piracy - Disobedient...

  Barry Kernfeld

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  The music industry’s ongoing battle against digital piracy is just the latest skirmish in a long conflict over who has the right to distribute music. Starting with music publishers’ efforts to stamp out bootleg compilations of lyric sheets in 1929, Barry Kernfeld’s Pop Song Piracy details nearly a century of disobedient music distribution from song sheets to MP3s. 
    
  In the 1940s and ’50s, Kernfeld reveals, song sheets were succeeded by fake books, unofficial volumes of melodies and lyrics for popular songs that were a key tool for musicians. Music publishers attempted to wipe out fake books, but after their efforts proved unsuccessful they published their own. Pop Song Piracy shows that this pattern of disobedience, prohibition, and assimilation recurred in each conflict over unauthorized music distribution, from European pirate radio stations to bootlegged live shows. Beneath this pattern, Kernfeld argues, there exists a complex give and take between distribution methods that merely copy existing songs (such as counterfeit CDs) and ones that transform songs into new products (such as file sharing). Ultimately, he contends, it was the music industry’s persistent lagging behind in creating innovative products that led to the very piracy it sought to eliminate.

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  Reading Success Strategies for...

  Thayer Hemsley

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  Innovative Reading Strategies for Young Learners That Make a Difference 
  Are you ready to empower young minds and enhance their reading skills with effective strategies? 
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  This guide is your ultimate resource for fostering a love of reading, deepening comprehension, and enhancing learning experiences. With practical exercises and insightful techniques, you're set on a path to success. 
  Updated to reflect the latest strategies for 2024. 
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  This guide stands out due to its thorough approach, ensuring you fully grasp the concepts rather than just skimming the surface.  
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  The Art of Flirting Without...

  Yash

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Struggle with approach anxiety? Do you freeze up, not knowing what to say, and fear being seen as creepy or awkward? If you're tired of missed connections and the paralyzing fear of rejection, this audiobook is your definitive guide to authentic connection. 
  In The Art of Flirting Without Being Creepy, author and narrator Yash reveals that the secret to natural flirting isn't about lines or looks—it's about shifting your mindset from a "Taker" to a "Giver." This is the ultimate self-help masterclass for modern dating, personal development, and building genuine self-esteem. 
  Inside, you will learn to: 
  Overcome Social Anxiety: Build unshakeable, authentic confidence to approach anyone, anytime. 
  Master Conversation: Learn natural conversation starters that work in any situation and banish cheesy pickup lines forever. 
  Decode Body Language: Master non-verbal communication and read social cues to create instant comfort and attraction. 
  Become a Great Listener: Discover why active listening is the most attractive communication skill you can possess. 
  Handle Rejection with Class: Turn a "no" into a moment of high-value social grace that leaves a lasting positive impression. 
  Create a Real Spark: Use humor and compliments correctly to build playful, authentic chemistry. 
  This isn't just dating advice for men or women; it’s a powerful guide to emotional intelligence that will enhance all your relationships. Stop waiting for confidence and start building it. If you’re ready to become a person who connects effortlessly, download your key to better dating and relationships today.

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