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  Leading While Black - The...

  Torrance J. R. Jones

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  The American workplace exhibits a growing imbalance when it comes to human identity. Leaders are frequently defined in the absence of their critical social identifiers, but the exclusion of these identifiers is a mistake and ignores essential physical, cultural, and spiritual realities. Their exclusion is especially problematic for leaders of the Black identity and the Christian faith. Color-blind ideology harms people of color, while religion-blind systems damage people of faith, and both are especially problematic for individuals who reckon with both realities. 
   
   
   
  Rather than abandoning an individual's social identities, the ones we choose and the ones we do not, Leading While Black draws on the lived experiences of executive-level leaders of the Christian faith and Black identity, and offers a testament to the power of a living God in the social fabric of public life. Instead of ignoring the narrative arc of social identities and the weight they carry when considering an individual's conception of leadership, Torrance Jones leans into the value of those identities and asserts their integral importance for Black leaders and for those who work with and for Black voices.

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  Recognizing the Stranger - On...

  Isabella Hammad

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  Nine days before October 7, 2023, award-winning author Isabella Hammad delivered the Edward W. Said Memorial Lecture at Columbia University. The text of Hammad’s seminal speech and her afterword, written in the early weeks of 2024, together make up a searing appraisal of the war on Palestine during what seems a turning point in the narrative of human history. Profound and moving, Hammad writes from within the moment, shedding light on the Palestinian struggle for freedom. Recognizing the Stranger is a brilliant melding of literary and cultural analysis by one of Granta’s Best of Young British Novelists and a foremost writer of fiction in the world today. 
   
  “An urgent work for a devastating time … Isabella Hammad is as fine a critic as she is a novelist. It is hardly a surprise that she is one of our most astute writers when it comes to Palestine.”—Viet Thanh Nguyen 
   
  Includes bonus audio read by the author

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  The Collapse of the Indus Valley...

  David Hill

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  The Indus Valley Civilization was one of the most advanced and mysterious ancient societies, yet it mysteriously declined and vanished. What caused the fall of this once-great civilization? Was it climate change, invasions, or internal decline? 
  This audiobook explores the rise, achievements, and sudden disappearance of the Indus Valley Civilization. From their sophisticated cities like Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa to their advanced drainage systems and trade networks, uncover the untold story of a lost world. 
  The Collapse of the Indus Valley Civilization is a must-listen for history lovers, archaeology enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the mysteries of ancient civilizations.

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  The Evolution of Urban Planning...

  Lyric Vale

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  Urban planning is the process by which cities, towns, and other urban spaces are designed, organized, and managed. It is a field that encompasses various aspects of human life, from infrastructure to social dynamics, and aims to create environments that promote the well-being of residents and the sustainability of the urban ecosystem. The importance of urban planning lies in its ability to shape the physical, social, and economic structure of a community. It influences the way people interact with their environment and with each other, determining the accessibility of resources, the flow of traffic, and the availability of green spaces, among other factors. 
  The evolution of urban planning can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where early cities were often designed around central hubs of commerce, religion, or governance. In these early stages, urban planning was driven by necessity, focusing primarily on basic functions like defense, water management, and trade. Over time, as cities grew and became more complex, the need for more organized and systematic approaches to urban development emerged. This shift was marked by the introduction of formal planning principles that considered not only the practical aspects of urban life but also the aesthetic, cultural, and social needs of the inhabitants. 
  In the modern era, urban planning became an established profession, with experts tasked with the responsibility of designing and managing urban spaces to meet the growing demands of an increasingly urbanized population. The industrial revolution, for example, brought about massive shifts in population density and the structure of cities. It prompted the creation of zoning laws, housing regulations, and other planning policies that addressed new challenges such as pollution, overcrowding, and public health. These developments laid the groundwork for the more sophisticated planning techniques used in contemporary cities.

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  The Art of War

  Sun Tzu

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  The Art of War by Sun Tzu is the definitive ancient guide to military strategy, leadership, and psychological warfare — a masterpiece of timeless wisdom as relevant today as it was over 2,000 years ago. 
  Structured as a series of maxims, this foundational text offers insights into the nature of conflict, the value of preparation, and the dynamics of victory and defeat. In this authoritative English translation by Lionel Giles (first published in 1910), the text is presented with clarity, elegance, and scholarly precision. 
  From generals and CEOs to athletes and philosophers, The Art of War has been studied across disciplines for its profound understanding of power, discipline, and adaptability. This audiobook is essential listening for anyone interested in leadership, decision-making, and the strategy of life itself.

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  Thus Spoke My Therapist -...

  Sophia Blackwell

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  hus Spoke My Therapist: Nietzsche Without the Mental Breakdown is your one-way ticket to understanding one of history’s most misunderstood philosophers—without needing a doctorate or a prescription for existential dread. 
  This isn’t your professor’s Nietzsche. It’s Nietzsche with a cocktail of sarcasm, clarity, and just enough emotional damage to be relatable. Philosophy grad student and sarcasm connoisseur Sophia Blackwell slices through the fog of German metaphysics to deliver a book that actually explains what the mustachioed madman was on about—and makes you laugh so hard you forget you're spiraling. 
  Inside, you'll find: 
  Why "God is dead" isn’t just something said by goth teenagers. 
  How Christianity pulled off history’s greatest guilt trip. 
  What the "will to power" has to do with office politics and Instagram likes. 
  How eternal recurrence is basically Groundhog Day with higher stakes. 
  Why the Übermensch is less Hitler, more “that weirdly self-assured friend who makes their own almond milk.” 
  Perfect for people who want to understand philosophy without having to fake a seizure halfway through Thus Spoke Zarathustra. Whether you're a moody teenager, recovering philosophy major, or just someone who wants to win arguments online, this book will arm you with Nietzschean insights and the comedic timing to survive modern life’s absurdity. 
  Warning: Reading this may result in increased self-awareness, spontaneous existential crises, and the irresistible urge to quote Nietzsche at brunch

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