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  Everyone Is an Entrepreneur -...

  Gregory V. Diehl

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  Westerners today grow up with abundant opportunities to determine their own values, identities, and roles in society. But for generations, millions who lived under Soviet rule in the USSR had these essential freedoms withheld, determined instead by a central authority that claimed the right to choose for them and enforce their compliance. Thirty years after the Soviet Union’s decisive collapse, the old communist paradigm continues to limit those who come of age in a post-Soviet world.Everyone Is an Entrepreneur showcases the experience of an American author acclimating to life in the developing post-Soviet economy of Armenia. Along the way, he examines how the intelligent and hardworking people he lives among are stuck in a state of transition away from all-encompassing, bureaucratic control. They struggle to adjust to the responsibilities of economic self-determination because they have never learned how to see the world through entrepreneurial eyes.Entrepreneurship is a principled way of seeing the world, a paradigm that applies to people in all cultural and economic circumstances: Artists, office workers, doctors, teachers, farmers, and laborers alike. By adopting this universal outlook, anyone can produce more wealth, accomplish bigger goals, and take control of their life like never before.

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  What is Queer Food? - How We...

  John Birdsall

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  A celebrated food writer's expansive, audacious excavation of the development of modern queer identity and food culture. 
   
   
   
  Food in America and Europe has long been shaped, twisted, and upended by queer creatives. Beloved food writer John Birdsall fills the gap between the past and present, channeling the twin forces of criticism and cultural history to propel readers into the kitchens, restaurants, swirling party-houses, and humming interior lives of James Baldwin, Alice B. Toklas, Truman Capote, Esther Eng, and others who left an indelible mark on the culinary world from the margins. Queer food is brunch quiche à la Craig Claiborne, Richard Olney's ecstatic salade composée, and Rainbow Ice-Box Cake from Ernest Matthew Mickler's White Trash Cooking. It's the intention surrounding a meal, the circumstances behind it, the people gathered around the table. 
   
   
   
  With cinematic verve and prose that dazzles, What Is Queer Food? is a monumental work: a testament to food's essential link to a modern queerness that reveals how, like fashion or tastes in music, food has become a language of LGBTQ+ identity.

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  The First Atomic Bomb - The...

  Janet Farrell Brodie

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  On July 16, 1945, just weeks before the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki that brought about the surrender of Japan and the end of WWII, the US unleashed the world's first atomic bomb at the Trinity testing site located in the remote Tularosa Valley in New Mexico. 
   
   
   
  In The First Atomic Bomb Janet Farrell Brodie explores the history of the Trinity test and those whose contributions have rarely been discussed—the men and women who constructed, served, and witnessed the first test—as well as the downwinders who suffered the consequences of radiation. Concentrating on these ordinary people, laborers, ranchers, and Indigenous peoples who lived in the region and participated in the testing, Brodie corrects the lack of coverage in existing scholarship on the essential details and everyday experiences of this globally significant event. This book also covers the environmental preservation of the Trinity test site and compares it with the wide range of atomic sites now preserved independently or as part of the new Manhattan Project National Historical Park. Although the Trinity site became a significant node for testing the new weapons of the postwar US, it is known today as an officially designated National Historic Landmark. Brodie presents a timely, important, and innovative study of an explosion that carries special historical weight in American memory.

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  John Brown - A Biography

  W. E. B. Du Bois

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  Few figures are more seminal in the abolitionist movement in America than John Brown. His firebrand approach to the movement arose out of his religiously inspired and deep-seated belief that slavery was not only morally unjust but that its removal from American society could only be achieved through armed insurrection. Following his capture in 1859 during an unsuccessful raid on the federal armory at Harpers Ferry and his subsequent hanging he became an electrifying and symbolical figure for the abolitionist movement. Many historians argue that the incident at Harpers Ferry was the breaking point between pro and anti-slavery forces that led to the secession of the southern states and the subsequent Civil War.  
  Prominent African American W. E. B. Du Bois chronicles the life of John Brown in this 1909 biography. In the words of Du Bois, John Brown was "a man whose leadership lay not in his office, wealth or influence, but in the white flame of his utter devotion to an ideal." This audio edition is skillfully narrated by J. Keith Jackson, and includes a chronology of John Brown's life.

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  Breaking Barriers - Unveiling...

  Ellen Million Day

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  Unlock a powerful doorway to understanding, compassion, and pride with "Breaking Barriers: Unveiling the Spectrum of LGBT+", a bold, engaging, and essential read crafted to inform, inspire, and celebrate diversity in all its forms. Whether you're a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, an ally looking to become even more informed, or an organization aiming to embrace full inclusivity, this comprehensive guide paves the way toward deeper connection, empathy, and awareness. 
  From exploring gender identity, where essential terminology and key concepts are explained, to taking you on a heartfelt journey through LGBTQ+, this audiobook narrated by Lord Kozan brings voices from across the spectrum to life. Each story is powerful, personal, resonant, and full of courage, illustrating universal struggles and victories that resonate deeply. 
  Witness LGBTQ+ history come alive in an enlightening and empowering recount for acceptance and equality. Discover the vital importance of intersectionality in the LGBT+ community, recognizing how diverse identities intersect and more! 
  For individuals interested in internal growth and external understanding, chapters on navigating mental health in the LGBT+ community and challenges faced by transgender individuals serve as thoughtful resources supporting loved ones or yourself. 
  Experience global community through a vibrant exploration of pride celebrations, and deepen your understanding of diverse identities such as Bisexuality, Gay and Transexual are just some of the aspects looked at in this audiobook. 
  For workplaces committed to inclusion, "Pride in the Workplace And Corporate Inclusion" aligns your organization's values with meaningful, heartfelt actions. 
  We've crafted poignant, informed discussions on LGBTQ+ topics seldom addressed elsewhere. 
  Join us now in celebrating the richness, resilience, and beauty of the LGBTQ+ spectrum. Buy this audiobook today!

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  Dark Triad - A Group of...

  Cito Harder

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  The Dark Triad is a psychological framework that encompasses three distinct but interrelated personality traits: narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. These traits are often associated with manipulation, lack of empathy, and a self-serving approach to relationships and social interactions. While each trait has its own characteristics, they share a common theme of emotional coldness, deceit, and a tendency to prioritize personal gain over ethical considerations. 
  Narcissism is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. Narcissists often believe they are superior to those around them and expect constant validation. While some level of narcissism can be beneficial—such as having confidence and ambition—extreme narcissism can lead to entitlement, arrogance, and exploitative behavior in relationships. 
  Machiavellianism is defined by manipulation, cunning, and a willingness to deceive others for personal gain. Individuals high in Machiavellianism are strategic in their interactions, often using flattery, deception, or calculated charm to achieve their goals. Unlike narcissists, who crave attention, Machiavellians are primarily concerned with power and control. They are pragmatic and often view morality as an obstacle rather than a guiding principle.

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