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  One Way Back - A Memoir

  Christine Blasey Ford

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  This program is read by the author and includes clips from her testimony, a Trump rally, C-SPAN, CNN, and ABC News.The compelling true story behind the testimony that awed the nation  On September 27, 2018, Christine Blasey Ford testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee which was considering the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court. She described an alleged sexual assault by the Supreme Court nominee that took place at a high school party in the 1980s. Her words and courage on that day provided some of the most credible and unforgettable testimony our country has ever witnessed.  In One Way Back, Ford recounts the months she spent trying to get information into the right hands without exposing herself and her family to dangerous backlash. Drawing parallels to her life as a surfer, she explains the process of paddling out into unknown waters despite the risks and fears, knowing there is only one way back to shore. The book reveals riveting new details about the leadup to her testimony and its overwhelming aftermath and describes how she continues to navigate her way out of the storm.This is the real story behind the headlines and the soundbites, a complex, page-turning memoir of a scientist, a surfer, a mother, a patriot and an unlikely whistleblower. Ford’s experience shows that when one person steps forward to speak truth to power, she adds to a collective whole, causing "a ripple that might one day become a wave.”A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

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  Sustainable Urban Infrastructure...

  Lyric Vale

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  Sustainable urban infrastructure is an essential aspect of modern urban development, aimed at addressing the growing demands of urbanization while mitigating environmental impact and ensuring long-term social and economic prosperity. As the global population continues to shift toward urban areas, the challenges of managing and developing cities sustainably become increasingly complex. In this chapter, we explore the concept of sustainable urban infrastructure, its importance, and the challenges faced by planners and policymakers in creating systems that are both efficient and resilient. 
  Defining sustainable urban infrastructure involves understanding the integration of various urban systems in a way that promotes long-term environmental health, economic vitality, and social equity. This includes transportation systems that reduce emissions, energy-efficient buildings, and green spaces that enhance the quality of life. Sustainable infrastructure also emphasizes the responsible use of resources, such as water and energy, while minimizing waste and environmental degradation. It is not merely about constructing buildings and roads but about creating a holistic urban ecosystem that supports the needs of current and future generations. 
  The importance of sustainable development in urban infrastructure cannot be overstated. With the world’s urban population projected to reach 68% by 2050, cities will face immense pressure to provide housing, transport, and services while also minimizing their carbon footprint and adapting to climate change.

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  Like a Drop of Ink in a Downpour...

  Galina Lembersky, Yelena Lembersky

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  Like a Drop of Ink in a Downpour is a heartfelt mother-and-daughter memoir about three generations of women and their fight to leave Soviet Russia. A mother is a dissident, a refusenik, and a prisoner in Leningrad (Saint Petersburg) in the 1970s and '80s. Her daughter, eleven years old, is left without a family. A grandmother is in the USA, waiting for her daughter and granddaughter and not knowing if she'll ever see them again. "I am fine," the three of them write to each other in their letters. 
   
   
   
  How can you be "fine" when you have to fight to survive? When you must be silent? When the place that you love turns against you? 
   
   
   
  Told from the dual points of view, this memoir shows the reality of life in the Soviet Union, giving an insider's perspective on the roots of Putin's Russia. It is also a coming-of-age story, heartfelt and funny, a testament to the unbreakable bond between mothers and daughters, and the healing power of art.

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  Spelling for Kids Parents and...

  Dani Lai MacGregor

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  Hello Kids and Parents.  This is a box set of the 3-letter words book and 4-letter words book.  Here is your chance to have a set of two!  Get both of these great books together at once!   In the lessons attached, we have over 720 3 and 4-letter words and sentences that will help sharpen your child’s thinking skills and help you and your child have some fun together.  There are many different chapters on several subjects including Words to do with Animals and Words that start with T.  As you work thru this audiobook, you will be asked to spell the word, then given the word used in a sentence. The word will then be repeated, followed by a pause where you have time to work out the spelling on your own before you are given the correct spelling of theword. Then it’s on to the next!Sharpen your skills and have fun figuring out how many more 3 and 4 letter words you can find than I did! Enjoy, and Let’s get started!!

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  Lives of Eminent Philosophers...

  Diogenes Laertius, Tim Zengerink

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  What if a man who wrote nothing became the most quoted thinker in history? 
  In Lives of Eminent Philosophers, Book II, Diogenes Laertius shares a rare and revealing account of Socrates’ life, teachings, and influence. This modern translation offers timeless insights into the character of the man who reshaped Western thought not by pen, but by example. 
  What you’ll discover inside: 
  •	A biographical portrait of Socrates from one of antiquity’s most influential chroniclers 
  •	Stories, sayings, and habits that shaped a life of virtue and wisdom 
  •	A look at Socrates through the lens of Diogenes Laertius’ sharp observation and moral admiration 
  •	A faithful, modern translation designed to bring Socrates’ character and ideas to life 
  Whether you seek inspiration, moral clarity, or philosophical reflection, this account invites you to meet Socrates not as myth—but as a man.

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  Meeting of Minds - Volume X

  Steve Allen

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  By " assembling" some of the most fascinating figures in world history, Meeting of Minds provided a groundbreaking opportunity for audiences to be exposed to ideas by way of a medium not normally known for its intellectual vigor. Portrayed by actors, panelists engage in stimulating round-table discussions that were conducted like any other talk show but featured prominent influencers from bygone generations— not just philosophers and politicians, but poets, playwrights, and presidents. From activists and artists to international leaders— both famous and infamous— these conversations are unfailingly witty, thought-provoking, and genuinely entertaining.
  An innovative series, Meeting of Minds remains one of the most delightful ways of gaining historical perspective ever devised, and these original soundtrack recordings capture the intellectual and spirited debates of the episodes hosted by Steve Allen. The panelists featured in this volume are Scottish economist Adam Smith, birth control activist Margaret Sanger, and Indian leader Mohandas Gandhi.

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