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  History of Ethiopia: A...

  Captivating History

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  Ethiopia is an ancient and thought-provoking land. How much do you know about one of the earliest nations to accept Christianity? 
  Ethiopia has a long history. It boasts one of the longest-running continuous civilizations on the planet; even the origins of humanity have been traced back to Ethiopia. Ethiopian kingdoms date back to the days of the Bible, and mentions of Ethiopian monarchs can be found all throughout the historical record. 
  Ethiopians rubbed shoulders with Egyptians, Romans, Ottomans, Portuguese, and a whole host of other nations and empires throughout the centuries. Throughout all of these encounters, Ethiopia has strived to be strong and independent. And on all those occasions, Ethiopian determination and perhaps a little luck have made sure these aspirations were achieved. 
  For example, in the early 1500s, when the flames of Ethiopian civilization were nearly extinguished by the armies of a neighboring sultanate, a joint Ethiopian/Portuguese army (led by none other than Vasco da Gama’s son, Christopher da Gama) came together just in time to heroically fight off the invaders and ensure Ethiopia’s survival. 
  This was just one example of many in which Ethiopians faced a tremendous obstacle yet were able to overcome it right when all hope seemed lost. The story of Ethiopia is an inspiring one. And this book will take you through the astonishing history of this ancient and thought-provoking land in its entirety. 
  Learn more about:Ethiopia’s origin and the legendary Queen of ShebaThe Aksumite Empire and the adoption of ChristianityEthiopia’s Solomonic line—King Solomon to Haile SelassieThe brief intermission of the Zagwe dynastyEthiopian emperors and how they ruledEthiopia’s communist takeover 
  So, what are you waiting for? Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to begin your journey into Ethiopia’s past!

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  The Political Development of...

  Emily Zackin, Chloe N. Thurston

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  A political history of the rise and fall of American debt relief. 
  Americans have a long history with debt. They also have a long history of mobilizing for debt relief. Throughout the nineteenth century, indebted citizens demanded government protection from their financial burdens, challenging readings of the Constitution that exalted property rights at the expense of the vulnerable. Their appeals shaped the country’s periodic experiments with state debt relief and federal bankruptcy law, constituting a pre-industrial safety net. Yet, the twentieth century saw the erosion of debtor politics and the eventual retrenchment of bankruptcy protections. 
  The Political Development of American Debt Relief traces how geographic, sectoral, and racial politics shaped debtor activism over time, enhancing our understanding of state-building, constitutionalism, and social policy.

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  Women of War Omnibus - Books 1-5

  History Nerds

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  Discover the awe-inspiring tales of courage, resilience, and determination in the "Women of War Omnibus - Books 1-5." This captivating collection brings to life the extraordinary journeys of five remarkable women who shaped history with their indomitable spirits. 
  In "Women of War Omnibus - Books 1-5," you will delve into the lives of: 
  1. **Boudica:** The fierce Celtic queen who defied the Roman Empire, leading her people in a rebellion that echoed through the ages. 
  2. **Joan of Arc:** The Maid of Orleans whose unwavering faith and bravery rallied a nation and changed the course of the Hundred Years' War. 
  3. **Irena Sendler:** The courageous heroine who risked everything to save thousands of Jewish children during the darkest days of the Holocaust, earning her the title of "Angel of the Warsaw Ghetto." 
  4. **Virginia Hall:** The indomitable spy whose cunning and bravery were instrumental in sabotaging Nazi operations during World War II, earning her the admiration of allies and enemies alike. 
  5. **Queen Amanirenas:** The warrior queen of Kush who valiantly defended her kingdom against Roman invasion, becoming a symbol of resistance and strength. 
  Through meticulously researched narratives, "Women of War Omnibus - Books 1-5" offers a glimpse into the triumphs and tribulations of these extraordinary women, showcasing their unwavering resolve, strategic brilliance, and unyielding determination in the face of adversity. 
  Prepare to be inspired, moved, and uplifted as you witness the resilience and legacy of these iconic figures. Their stories resonate across time, reminding us of the enduring power of the human spirit in the most challenging of times.

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  Expressly Human - Decoding The...

  Mark Changizi, Tim Barber

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  Over billions of years of evolution, animals have become increasingly sophisticated and increasingly sentient. In the process, they evolved emotions, which helped improve their odds of survival in complex situations. These emotions were, at first, purely internal. But at some point, social animals began expressing their emotions, in increasingly dramatic ways. These emotional expressions could accurately reflect internal emotions (smiling to express happiness)—or they could be quite different (smiling to cover up that you're actually furious, but can't tell your boss that). 
   
   
    
  Why did once-stone-faced animals evolve to be so emotionally expressive—to be us? The answer, as evolutionary neurobiologist Mark Changizi and mathematician Tim Barber reveal, is that emotional expressions are our first and most important language—one that allows us, as social animals, to engage in highly sophisticated communications and negotiations. 
   
   
    
  Expressly Human introduces an original theory that explains, from first principles, how the broad range of emotional expressions evolved, and provides a Rosetta Stone for human communication. It will revolutionize the way you see every social interaction, from deciding who gets the last slice of pizza to multimillion-dollar business negotiations, and change your definition of what makes us human.

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  Sparta - Fall of a Warrior Nation

  Philip Matyszak

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  This cultural history of Ancient Sparta chronicles the rise of its legendary military power and offers revealing insight into the people behind the myths. 
   
   
    
  The Spartans of ancient Greece are typically portrayed as macho heroes: noble, laconic, totally fearless. But life was not as simple as this image suggests. In truth, ancient Sparta was a city of contrasts. 
   
   
    
  We might admire their physical toughness, but Spartans also systematically abused their children. They gave rights to female citizens that were unmatched in Europe until the modern era, meanwhile subjecting their conquered subject peoples to a murderous reign of terror. Though idealized by the Athenian contemporaries of Socrates, Sparta was almost devoid of intellectual achievement. 
   
   
    
  In this revealing history of Spartan society, Philip Matyszak chronicles the rise of the city from a Peloponnesian village to the military superpower of Greece. Above all, Matyszak investigates the role of the Spartan hoplite, the archetypal Greek warrior who was feared throughout Greece in his own day and has since become a legend. The listener is shown the man behind the myth; who he was, who he thought he was, and the environment which produced him.

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  Xhosa Folk-Lore - South African...

  George McCall Theal

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  Tales from the Eastern Cape, gathered in 1886.

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