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  Test-Ready Vocabulary -...

  Sophia Mitchell

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  This audiobook serves as a powerful tool for individuals preparing for the standardized college exams, focusing on the mastery of vocabulary that is crucial for achieving high scores on standardized tests. With an emphasis on frequently-tested, challenging words, the content is structured to facilitate easy learning and retention, suitable for test-takers at the college application level.Listeners are guided through a curated selection of words, complete with definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and example sentences that illustrate proper usage in context. The audio format allows for an engaging and interactive learning experience.The five lessons of 30-40 minutes each are divided into manageable sections. This structure supports incremental learning, enabling listeners to build their vocabulary steadily and effectively. Additionally, the audiobook includes strategic tips based on word-stems and Greek and Latin roots to help decipher unfamiliar words during the test, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Words are revisiting in different ways throughout the course to promote nuanced understanding of their meaning.Beyond mere memorization, this audiobook emphasizes understanding the nuances of the English language, helping listeners to develop an intuitive sense for word choice and usage. It is an invaluable resource for anyone aiming to elevate their verbal reasoning and writing abilities, ensuring they are well-prepared not just for test day, but for future academic and professional communication.With its neutral and informed approach, this audiobook is a versatile resource that can be revisited time and again for continued vocabulary enrichment. Whether on the go, during a workout, or in the comfort of your home, this audiobook is your companion in achieving a higher level of vocabulary proficiency for the GRE, SAT, and beyond.

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  50+ Classic collection Political...

  Sun Tzu, Lao Tzu, Plato, Marcus...

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  Political science is the scientific study of politics. It is a social science dealing with systems of governance and power, and the analysis of political activities, political thought, political behavior, and associated constitutions and laws.
  Contents:
  Sun Tzu. The Art of War
  Lao Tzu. Tao Te Ching
  Plato. The Republic
  Aristotle. The Athenian Constitution
  Marcus Aurelius. Meditations
  Niccolo Machiavelli. The Prince
  Thomas More. Utopia
  Tommaso Campanella. The City of the Sun
  Francis Bacon. The New Atlantis
  Thomas Paine. Common Sense
  Richard Henry Lee. Lee Resolution
  Thomas Jefferson. Declaration of Independence
  James Madison.
  - Virginia Plan
  - Constitution of the United States
  - Bill of Rights
  - Northwest Ordinance
  George Washington. President George Washington's First Inaugural Speech
  Great Historical Documents of the United States:
  - Federal Judiciary Act
  - Marbury v. Madison
  - Articles of Confederation
  - Treaty of Alliance with France
  - Treaty of Paris
  John Stuart Mil. Utilitarianism
  Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels. The Communist Manifesto
  Vladimir Lenin:
  - The State and Revolution
  - The Three Sources and Three Component Parts of Marxism
  - Vladimir Lenin To the Citizens of Russia!
  - Vladimir Lenin To Workers, Soldiers, and Peasants!
  - Report on Peace
  - Report on Land
  - Decree on Abolishment of Capital Punishment
  - Decree on Transfer of Power to the Soviets
  - Decree on Establishment of the Workers' and Peasants' Government
  - Decree on Elections for the Constituent Assembly
  - Decree on Suppression of Hostile Newspapers
  - Decree on Transfer of Food Control to Municipalities
  - Decree on an Eight-Hour Working Day
  - Decree on the Right to Issue Laws
  - Resolution on the Right of Sovnarkom to Issue Decrees
  - Decree on Social Insurance
  - Declaration of the Rights of the People of Russia
  - Decree on Organization of Volost Land Committees
  - Decree on Transfer of Power and the Means of Production to the Toilers
  - Decree Proclaiming Advertising a State Monopoly
  - Decree Abolishing Classes and Civil Ranks
  - Decree on Workers' Control
  - Resolution on Relation of the Central Executive Committee to the Sovnarkom
  - Decree on the Right to Call for Re-Elections
  - Decree on Establishment of the Extraordinary Commission to Fight Counter-Revolution
  - V. I. Lenin Note To F. E. Dzerzhinsky with a Draft of A Decree On Fighting Counter-Revolutionaries And Saboteurs
  Rosa Luxemburg. Reform or Revolution
  Peter Kropotkin. The Conquest of Bread
  Emma Goldman. Anarchism: What It Really Stands For
  Leon Trotsky. Fascism: What It Is and How to Fight It

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  Daily Life in Ancient Egypt -...

  Omar Khalil

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  Ancient Egyptian society was highly structured, with a rigid hierarchy that defined people’s roles and responsibilities. At the top of this social order was the pharaoh, considered both a political ruler and a divine figure. Below the pharaoh were the nobility and officials who managed the kingdom’s affairs. The middle class consisted of scribes, artisans, and merchants, while the majority of the population comprised farmers, laborers, and slaves. Each social group played a crucial role in maintaining Egypt’s stability and prosperity. 
  The pharaoh was the central authority in Egypt, believed to be the living embodiment of a god. His rule was absolute, and his primary duty was to maintain ma’at, the divine balance of order and justice. He oversaw military campaigns, religious ceremonies, and massive building projects, including temples and pyramids. The royal court and government officials assisted the pharaoh in administration. These officials, often chosen from the nobility, held positions such as viziers, tax collectors, and governors, ensuring the kingdom functioned efficiently. 
  Scribes, artisans, and merchants formed the middle class, contributing to Egypt’s economy and culture. Scribes were essential for maintaining records, writing official documents, and preserving religious texts. Their education was rigorous, requiring years of training in hieroglyphic writing. Artisans, including sculptors, painters, and metalworkers, created the intricate decorations found in tombs and temples. Merchants facilitated trade both within Egypt and with foreign lands, bringing valuable goods such as gold, spices, and precious stones. Although they did not hold political power, the middle class enjoyed a stable livelihood and social respect.

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  An Ethics for Today - Finding...

  Richard Rorty

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  One of the most widely discussed philosophers of the 21st century finds common ground between spiritual and secular ethics in this provocative book.As controversial and he was influential, Richard Rorty developed a brand of philosophical pragmatism that rejects all theories of truth. His groundbreaking work also dismisses modern epistemology and its preoccupation with knowledge and representation. Though he was a strict secularist, Rorty believed there could be no universally valid answers to moral questions. This led him to a surprisingly complex view of religion rarely expressed in his writings. In this posthumous publication, Rorty finds in the pragmatic thought of John Dewey, John Stuart Mill, William James, and George Santayana, among others, a political imagination shared by religious traditions. Rather than promote belief or nonbelief, Rorty seeks to locate patterns of similarity and difference so an ethics of decency and a politics of solidarity can rise. He particularly responds to Pope Benedict XVI and his campaign against the relativist vision. Whether holding theologians, metaphysicians, or political ideologues to account, Rorty remains steadfast in his opposition to absolute uniformity and its exploitation of political strength.

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  Atomic Changes - The Science of...

  Alex Somerset

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  Transform Your Life with the Power of Science-Based Habits 
  Ready for lasting personal transformation? Now available as an audiobook, "Atomic Changes: The Science of Transformative Habits" blends scientific research with practical strategies to guide you toward improved habits and enduring success—all through the convenience of audio. 
  Discover the fundamentals of habit formation—the critical roles of cue, routine, and reward. Understanding these elements provides the insight needed to enact meaningful behavioral changes. With engaging narration, you'll learn how small, consistent steps lead to significant transformations through the compound effect. Whether aiming to boost productivity, enhance health, or develop new skills, consistency is key—and now you can absorb these insights on the go. 
  Struggling with negative habits? This audiobook offers strategies to identify, disrupt, and replace them using psychological insights and practical techniques. Simultaneously, master cultivating positive habits, creating effective triggers, and leveraging reinforcement and motivation—all delivered in an accessible audio format. 
  Explore the neuroscience of habits to harness neuroplasticity for your goals. Learn about habit stacking and designing your environment to support desired behaviors while avoiding unwanted triggers—all while listening during your daily routine. 
  Enhance willpower and self-control with proven methods. Overcome obstacles with resilience, understand the influence of social networks, and celebrate milestones to sustain lasting change. 
  Take control of your habits—and your life. With "Atomic Changes" in audiobook format, you have an actionable guide to achieving and maintaining profound, lasting change—ready to inspire you anytime, anywhere.

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  Stealing My Religion - Not Just...

  Liz Bucar

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  We think we know cultural appropriation when we see it. Blackface or Native American headdresses as Halloween costumes—these clearly give offense. But what about Cardi B posing as the Hindu goddess Durga in a Reebok ad, AA's twelve-step invocation of God, or the earnest namaste you utter at the end of yoga class? 
   
   
   
  Liz Bucar unpacks the ethical dilemmas of a messy form of cultural appropriation: the borrowing of religious doctrines, rituals, and dress for political, economic, and therapeutic reasons. Does borrowing from another's religion harm believers? Bucar sees religion as an especially vexing arena for appropriation debates because faiths overlap and imitate each other and because diversity within religious groups scrambles our sense of who is an insider and who is not. 
   
   
   
  Stealing My Religion guides us through three revealing case studies—the hijab as a feminist signal of Muslim allyship, a study abroad "pilgrimage" on the Camino de Santiago, and the commodification of yoga in the West. Reflecting on her own missteps, Bucar comes to a surprising conclusion: the way to avoid religious appropriation isn't to borrow less but to borrow more—to become deeply invested in learning the roots and diverse meanings of our enthusiasms.

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