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  Polished - College Class and the...

  Melissa Osborne

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  An illuminating look at the emotional costs of mobility faced by first-generation and low-income college students. 
    
  While college initiates a major transition in all students’ lives, low-income and first-generation students attending elite schools are often entering entirely new worlds. Amid the financial and academic challenges of adapting to college, their emotional lives, too, undergo a transformation. Surrounded by peers from different classes and cultural backgrounds, they are faced with an impossible choice: turn away from their former lives to blend in or stay true to themselves and remain on the outside. 
   
  An ethnography that draws on in-depth interviews with one hundred and fifty first-generation and low-income students across eighteen elite institutions, Polished uncovers the hidden consequences of the promise of social mobility in today’s educational landscape. Sociologist Melissa Osborne reveals how the very support designed to propel first-generation students forward can unexpectedly reshape their identities, often putting them at odds with their peers and families. Without direct institutional support, this emotional journey can lead to alienation, mental health challenges, poor academic outcomes, and difficult choices between upward mobility or maintaining authenticity and community. Whether you’re an educator, advocate, or student, Polished provides a powerful perspective on the uncharted challenges of social mobility and personal identity during college.

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  Gaslighting and Narcissistic...

  Paul Schaap

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  Gaslighting and Narcissistic Abuse: Breaking Free from Psychological Manipulation and Restoring Inner StrengthGaslighting and narcissistic abuse are insidious forms of manipulation that can leave lasting scars on a person's psyche. But you are not alone, and there is hope for healing and reclaiming your inner strength.In this empowering audiobook, we embark on a journey of understanding the tactics used in gaslighting and narcissistic abuse. Through comprehensive insights and practical guidance, you will gain the knowledge and tools necessary to recognize and break free from these destructive patterns.We delve into the psychology behind why gaslighting and narcissistic abuse are so effective, enabling you to regain trust in your own instincts and perceptions. Armed with this understanding, you will be empowered to reclaim your self-worth and rebuild your life on your terms.Setting boundaries and engaging in self-care become essential components of your healing journey. We provide valuable strategies for nurturing self-love, practicing self-compassion, and prioritizing your well-being. Additionally, we explore the role of therapy in supporting your recovery and provide guidance on seeking the professional help you may need.This audiobook is more than a resource—it is a beacon of hope and advocacy for survivors. By sharing vital information and empowering insights, our goal is to help you not only heal from the wounds of gaslighting and narcissistic abuse but to emerge stronger, wiser, and more resilient.You deserve to live a life free from manipulation and filled with authentic self-expression. Together, let us break the chains of gaslighting and narcissistic abuse, and embark on a transformative journey of healing, growth, and reclaiming your inner strength.

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  Like Wolves on the Fold - The...

  Lieutenant Colonel Mike Snook,...

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  A detailed chronicle of a significant opening battle in the Anglo-Zulu War: "The Zulu attack on Rorke's Drift thrillingly retold" (Richard Holmes). 
   
   
   
  On January 22, 1879, the British Army in South Africa was swept aside by the seemingly unstoppable Zulu warriors at the Battle of Isandlwana. Nearby, at a remote outpost on the Buffalo River, a single company of the 24th Regiment and a few dozen recuperating hospital patients were passing a hot, monotonous day. It seemed certain that the Rorke's Drift detachment would share the same fate. And yet, against incredible odds, the British managed to defend their station. 
   
   
   
  In this riveting history, Colonel Snook brings the insights of a military professional to bear on this fateful encounter at the start of Anglo-Zulu War. It is an extraordinary tale—a victory largely achieved by the sheer bloody-mindedness of the British infantryman. Recounting in detail how the Zulu attack unfolded, Snook demonstrates how 150 men achieved their improbable victory. Snook then describes the remainder of the war, from the recovery of the lost Queen's Colour of the 24th Regiment to the climactic charge of the 17th Lancers at Ulundi. We return to Isandlwana to consider culpability, and learn of the often tragic fates of many of the war's participants.

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  Talleyrand: The Life and Legacy...

  Editors Charles River

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  “Politics is the systematic cultivation of hatred.” - Talleyrand 
  	While Metternich is most associated with the Congress of Vienna, France, despite its turbulence, had its own influential representative there: Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord. Known simply as Talleyrand, his name ultimately became associated with crafty, manipulative personal and political maneuvering, even in a country that suffered no shortage of such diplomats and ministers in its history. 
  	As an adult, Talleyrand lived through the most tumultuous years of French history. In a period of little more than 40 years, France passed through five very different periods of rule, but despite the chaos these rapid changes brought, Talleyrand served in important roles in each successive new regime and, through a combination of charm, guile, intelligence, ability, and duplicity, played a leading role in undermining and destroying each. 
  	Under the Ancien Régime, the social and political system by which France had been ruled since the Middle Ages, Talleyrand became a bishop. When the French Revolution tore the nation apart, Talleyrand betrayed both the church and the French Monarchy and became Foreign Minister for the Directory, the governing committee of the French First Republic. In 1799, he betrayed the Republic by helping to organize the coup d'état that would see Napoleon Bonaparte become the absolute dictator of France. 
  	Talleyrand became extremely rich and very powerful under Napoleon, until he wearied of his new leader and betrayed him by selling secrets to his enemies. Talleyrand was one of the key people involved in the plot to remove Napoleon from power and pave the way for the Bourbon Restoration that brought Louis XVIII to the French throne in 1814. He was also a significant factor in the undermining of that regime and its replacement in 1830 during another revolution by a new constitutional monarchy.

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  Planetary Spells & Rituals -...

  Raven Digitalis

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  An extension of every Witch's spirituality, spellcraft is a vital tool for sparking significant life change. And when you attune your magick to planetary energies, it becomes infinitely more powerful. Organized by the Sun, Moon, and planets, each of the 55 spells and rituals in this book are aligned according to astrological energies and designed to be easily customized for your specific intention and unique spiritual path. From personal growth to practical concerns, you'll find a rich variety of dark and light magickal workings for every purpose:GlamouryHealing childhood woundsRevealing truthHalting gossipAttracting loveMending quarrelsBanishing heartacheEnding addictionsCursing a violatorBreaking a curseCord-cuttingSummoning ancestorsGuiding the dead and dyingWeather magickProphetic dreamingScryingSpiritual rebirthPast-life regressionIncluded is a list of zodiacal and astrological correspondences—Sun sign, Moon sign, day of the week, mythical archetypes, themes, and more—to help you determine the best times to work magick.Praise: "Masterful and compassionate...Planetary Spells & Rituals provides food for thought, spells and rituals for use, and is a welcome, much-needed addition to any spellcaster's bookshelf."—Judika Illes, author of The Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells"Planetary Spells & Rituals is an urban, modern, and cutting-edge manual for those willing to explore the layers of magickal possibility within. Raven expresses the essence of the Craft in a clear way, and balance is a great theme of this book. The framework of Planetary Spells is quite informative for those seeking some strong workings to bring forth realistic results."—Michael W. Ford, Author of Luciferian Witchcraft and The Bible of the Adversary"Unlike most spellbooks, which focus on the moon, Planetary Spells & Rituals places major importance on zodiacal and planetary influences, with the power of the sun playing a pivotal role. Eclectic and unusual spells are accompanied by sensible explanations of how spells work and how to cast them well. As always, Raven takes an old standard and makes it new and fresh, with a magickal approach all his own."—Deborah Blake, author of The Everyday Witch A to Z Spellbook and The Goddess is in the Details"With his usual depth, clarity, and highly readable style, Raven Digitalis reveals yet another layer we can add to our magic's efficacy and power—perfect timing! This, in addition to many creative and practical ideas for spellwork, renders Planetary Spells & Rituals a must-have for any Witchy library."—Thuri Calafia, author of Dedicant: A Witch's Circle of Fire"With great understanding Raven takes his readers into previously uncharted territory as Planetary Spells dives deep into the nuances of astrology, dark and light magick, and weaves together a unique and much-needed volume explaining the connections between them."—Corvis Nocturnum, author of Embracing the Darkness, Understanding Dark Subcultures, and Allure of the Vampire; Our Sexual Attraction to the Undead

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  Fighting in World War I: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  World War I, also known in its time as the “Great War” or the “War to End all Wars”, was an unprecedented holocaust in terms of its sheer scale. Fought by men who hailed from all corners of the globe, it saw millions of soldiers do battle in brutal assaults of attrition which dragged on for months with little to no respite. Tens of millions of artillery shells and untold hundreds of millions of rifle and machine gun bullets were fired in a conflict that demonstrated man’s capacity to kill each other on a heretofore unprecedented scale, and as always, such a war brought about technological innovation at a rate that made the boom of the Industrial Revolution seem stagnant.  
  By 1918, all the great powers were fielding squadrons of fighting aircraft armed with machine-guns and bombs, to say nothing of light reconnaissance planes. Tanks, a common feature on the battlefield by 1918, had not previously existed outside of the realm of science fiction stories written by authors like H.G. Wells. Machine guns had gone from being heavy, cumbersome pieces with elaborate water-cooling systems to single-man-portable, magazine-fed affairs like the Chauchat, the Lewis Gun and the M1918 BAR.  
  These technological developments led to an imbalance. Before the introduction of the man-portable light machine gun (which took place in the second half of the war), not to mention tanks (which also joined the fight late in the game), defensive firepower vastly outweighed offensive capability. Massed batteries of artillery, emplaced heavy machine guns, barbed wire entanglements, and bewildering fortifications meant that ground could not be taken except at incredible cost.  
  Fighting in World War I analyzes the technological advancements in weaponry that produced the deadliest conflict in history up to that time, and the adjusting tactics that the combatants came up with on land, at sea, and in the air. 

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