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  The Iranian Revolution - Rise of...

  Nova Ashford

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  Before the streets of Tehran echoed with revolutionary chants and the name of Ayatollah Khomeini became a global symbol of defiance, Iran was ruled by Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi—a monarch whose ambition was to modernize his country at any cost. Known as the "King of Kings," the Shah envisioned an Iran that could rival Western nations in technology, infrastructure, and global prestige. His White Revolution, launched in the 1960s, was a sweeping series of reforms aimed at rapidly modernizing the nation. Land redistribution, women's suffrage, industrial expansion, and increased secular education were all central to his vision. In the eyes of Western powers, especially the United States, he was a key ally and a symbol of stability in a volatile region. 
  But beneath this polished exterior, discontent festered. The Shah’s modernization efforts, while bold, were top-down and often clashed with Iran’s deeply rooted religious and traditional structures. Many in the rural population saw land reforms as chaotic and unfair, while urban intellectuals criticized the regime's autocratic nature. The clergy, once influential in shaping public life and morality, saw their role increasingly diminished. Religious scholars and conservative families grew uneasy as Western influence crept deeper into Iranian society, challenging long-standing cultural and Islamic norms. 
  Moreover, the Shah ruled with an iron grip. Political dissent was crushed by SAVAK, the brutal secret police known for its surveillance, torture, and disappearances. Political parties were neutered or banned altogether, and elections were often staged performances. Public criticism of the monarchy was not tolerated, driving opposition voices either underground or into exile. Despite vast oil revenues, economic inequality widened, and rapid urbanization led to overcrowded cities, job shortages, and growing disillusionment among the working class and youth.

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  The Whale Hunters

  Sebastian Junger

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  This piece, which appeared in Outside magazine in 1995 and was originally recorded for "Rough Water: Stories of Survival From The Sea," is about an old man, a Bequian harpooner, who uses a wooden sailboat to hunt humpback whales. The piece is an elegy of sorts--an unsentimental lament for something lost.

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  Rebel - My Escape from Saudi...

  Rahaf Mohammed

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  A gripping memoir of bravery and sacrifice by a young woman whose escape from her abusive family and an oppressive culture in Saudi Arabia captivated the world 
   In early 2019, after three years of careful planning, Rahaf Mohammed finally escaped her abusive family in Saudi Arabia—but made it only to Bangkok before being stripped of her passport. If forced to return home, she was sure she would be killed, like other rebel women in her country. As men pounded at the door of her barricaded hotel room, she opened a Twitter account. The teenager reached out to the world, and the world answered—she gained 45,000 followers in one day, and those followers helped her seek asylum in the West. 
  Now Rahaf Mohammed tells her remarkable story in her own words, revealing untold truths about life in the closed kingdom, where young women are brought up in a repressive system that puts them under the legal control of a male guardian. Raised with immense financial privilege but under the control of her male relatives—including her high-profile politician father—she endured an abusive childhood in which oppression and deceit were the norm. 
  Moving from Rahaf’s early days on the underground online network of Saudi runaways, who use coded entries to learn how to flee the brutalities of their homeland, to her solo escape to Canada, Rebel is a breathtaking and life-affirming memoir about one woman’s tenacious pursuit of freedom. 

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  Stoicism - Eudaimonia: A Guide...

  Quinto Greco

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  Eu = "good" 
  Daimōn = "demon/spirit" 
  The more accurate translation for EUDAIMONIA (εὐδαιμονία) is the blossoming of your good demon or human flourishing. 
  IN A WORLD THAT SEEMS TO HAVE LOST ITS ETHICAL COMPASS, WHERE TRADITIONAL VALUES ARE ERODED BY MODERN CHAOS, THE TEACHINGS OF THE ANCIENT STOICS OFFER A STEADFAST GUIDE TO RECLAIMING PURPOSE, STRENGTH, AND INTEGRITY. 
  
"Eudaimonia" invites you on a journey back to the virtues and discipline that built the pillars of Western civilization—a journey toward inner peace, resilience, and a life well-lived. 
  Crafted for the man who values discipline, structure, and ancient wisdom, this short and concise guide draws on the profound insights of Stoic philosophy, weaving together the principles that allowed figures like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca to lead lives of unwavering virtue amidst hardship. Stoicism isn’t just an ancient philosophy; it’s a practical framework for reviving STRENGTH, HONOR, AND CLARITY in today’s world. 
  Inside you’ll explore: 
  . The Origins and Principles of Stoicism 
  . The Stoic Approach to Emotions 
  . Modern Stoicism 
  . Practical Exercises for Daily Stoicism 
  . And MORE! 
  "Eudaimonia" isn’t just an audiobook; it’s an invitation to rediscover the North Star that can guide us through life’s storms. In a society that’s drifted from its roots, this book will show you how to live with purpose, strength, and clarity—just as the Stoics did centuries ago. 
  For those who seek to transcend modern noise and reconnect with timeless virtues, this book could be you're call to action. GET YOUR COPY NOW.

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  Food - Media - Senses -...

  Jens Ruchatz, Christina Bartz,...

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  Food is more than just nutrition. Its preparation, presentation and consumption is a multifold communicative practice which includes the meal's design and its whole field of experience. How is food represented in cookbooks, product packaging or in paintings? How is dining semantically charged? How is the sensuality of eating treated in different cultural contexts? In order to acknowledge the material and media-related aspects of eating as a cultural praxis, experts from media studies, art history, literary studies, philosophy, experimental psychology, anthropology, food studies, cultural studies and design studies share their specific approaches.

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  Sexy Surprises at Work - 6...

  Giselle Renarde

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  Get ready for "Sexy Surprises at Work," a sizzling anthology that unveils secret office romances, lust between fast-food workers, and a barista's blossoming love affair with an attractive coffee lover.  
  Each of the six spicy stories in this collection unveils a world of secret trysts, stolen glances, and irresistible connections. From steamy encounters to heart-pounding romance, "Sexy Surprises at Work" will keep you on the edge of your seat, eager to uncover what happens next in the lives of these daring characters. 
  So, delve into the enticing world of "Sexy Surprises at Work" and experience the thrill of passion unfolding in the workplace. Embrace the allure of these spicy tales, and let your imagination soar as these characters pursue their passions at work.

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