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  Cuban Revolution - History of...

  Kelly Mass

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  Less than a decade after the Second World War, the Cuban revolution happened. It went on and off, irregularly causing riots and rebel actions, as well as tyrannical government suppression, and it all lingered on during the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States. 
    
  What was it that typified the Cuban Revolution? 
    
  Who were the players and what did they do? 
    
  Which battles were most significant? 
    
  And last but not least, what was the final result it all led to in the end? 
    
  These and many other questions will be answered in this comprehensive guide, which will give you a better understanding about the history of one of the most controversial economies on the huge island near the United States coastline.

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  Loch Ness Monster The: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  Although cryptozoology is often scoffed at and widely considered a pseudoscience, one of the reasons it made men like Barnum rich and continues to fascinate people today is the fact that people realize they’ve only scratched the surface when it comes to identifying all the different forms of life on Earth. As Martin DelRio pointed out in The Loch Ness Monster, “Animals previously unknown to science have been found more than once in the past hundred years. For instance, there's the megamouth shark (megachasma pelagios), a fifteen-foot-long creature weighing nearly a ton. The first specimen was discovered on November 15, 1976, when it was found entangled in the drag anchor of a U.S. Navy ship. The new creature wasn't described scientifically until 1983…The megamouth remains the only species in its genus, and the only genus in its order.”  
  	While cryptids like Bigfoot and the Yeti have become popular in recent decades, none of them can touch the notoriety of the Loch Ness Monster, a large, unknown creature allegedly living in a loch in the Highlands of Scotland. Was it a relic dinosaur or perhaps an entirely new species? New photographs and new eyewitness sightings fueled a growing debate and transformed the Loch Ness Monster, also known as Nessie, into an instantly recognizable staple of pop culture, to the extent that hundreds of thousands of visitors came to Loch Ness every year in hopes of catching a glimpse of the loch’s famous inhabitant.  
  	The Loch Ness Monster remains an international brand and the best-known cryptid in the world, but after almost 100 years of fame and media attention, what do people really know about this cryptid, and is there any proof that there really is something large and unknown living in a remote Scottish loch? 

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  Sengoku - Warring States and the...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Sengoku period, meaning “Warring States,” was one of the most turbulent and transformative eras in Japanese history. Lasting from the mid-15th century to the early 17th century, it was marked by ceaseless conflict, shifting alliances, and the gradual disintegration of centralized authority. The roots of this period can be traced back to the decline of the Ashikaga Shogunate, the Ōnin War, and the rise of regional warlords known as daimyo, each vying for control over Japan’s fractured political landscape. 
  The Ashikaga Shogunate, which had ruled Japan since the early 14th century, gradually lost its grip on the country due to internal corruption, weak leadership, and an inability to maintain order. By the mid-15th century, the shogunate had become largely symbolic, with real power resting in the hands of feudal lords. These tensions erupted into full-scale conflict with the outbreak of the Ōnin War (1467–1477), a devastating civil war primarily fought in and around Kyoto. What began as a succession dispute within the shogunate spiraled into a nationwide conflict, leading to the destruction of Kyoto and the collapse of central authority. 
  With the Ashikaga Shogunate rendered powerless, Japan entered a chaotic era where military might determined control. Local daimyo, originally appointed as provincial governors, seized the opportunity to establish autonomous domains. These warlords fortified their territories, raised armies, and engaged in relentless battles to expand their influence. The traditional system of hereditary rule began to erode as capable military leaders, often of humble origins, overthrew established families. This period saw the rise of powerful daimyo such as the Takeda, Uesugi, and Hojo clans, each striving to dominate the fractured nation.

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  Sex Stories for Adults - The...

  Lucy Beth

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  Has your sex life become dull and repetitive or even turned into a boring routine? 
  Are you Looking For a Complete Guide On Dirty Talk And Sexy Games? 
  Are you Ready For Some Hot Adventure? 
  Then, this is the right book for you! 
  You will find a selection of dirty and forbidden short sex stories that you can read wherever you want to feel excited, and whenever you feel ready to turn your sexual fantasies on 
  Get lost in a world of fantasy, where every dream becomes a reality and everything is possible.Included are: 
  - 100% Unreleased stories; 
  - Pure pleasure; 
  - Dirty ideas; 
  - Strong passions; 
  - Taboo secrets; 
  - Real swinger’s games. 
  I am sure you are already feeling the excitement, so buy your copy today!

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  Equal to Mystery: In Search of...

  Christopher Laird

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  When the Trinidadian novelist, Harold Sonny Ladoo was found dead soon after the publication of his classic novel, No Pain Like This Body, for Christopher Laird, it became an obsession to try to discover the writer behind the work and what had brought about his untimely end. Equal to Mystery – words written by Ladoo – is the record of that pursuit.
  
  When, as the editor of a Trinidadian literary journal in the radical years of the early 1970s, Christopher Laird was sent Harold Sonny Ladoo's novel, No Pain Like This Body (1973) to review, he knew he was looking at something revolutionary in Caribbean fiction. It is a novel that has recently been republished as a Penguin Modern Classic. But the next news Laird heard of Ladoo was that he had returned to Trinidad from Canada and had been found dead – very probably murdered – in the canefields outside his family's village of McBean. Laird follows in the path of Ladoo to Canada, where he went to make a name for himself as a writer, and tracks him as a student and young married man through conversations with his widow and other family members. He looks in detail at his relationships with two Canadian writers, Dennis Lee and Peter Such, who supported his work, and in Lee's case published him. Here there is an acute account of their meetings across the line of race, of the mix of generous contact and elusive flight in their relationship. Above all, with access to Ladoo's unpublished material -- short stories and fragments of the vast body of fiction he announced he was writing -- Laird offers acute analysis of what is there, honest bafflement about just what Ladoo was up to, with a tragic sense of the talent that was lost through his untimely death.

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  Cambodia Through the Ages - A...

  Will Forrest

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  Embark on an Enthralling Journey Through the Rich History of Cambodia! 
  Dive into the captivating story of a nation that has overcome adversity and shaped its unique cultural identity. This must-read book will open your eyes to the fascinating history of Cambodia through:Ancient Kingdoms: Explore the rise and fall of powerful empires that once ruled the region, leaving behind architectural marvels.Religion and Culture: Discover how Hinduism and Buddhism have shaped Cambodia's society, art, and monuments.Colonial Era: Unravel the complex relationship between Cambodia and European powers, and how it impacted the nation's destiny.Khmer Rouge and Beyond: Gain insights into the dark period of Cambodian history, and how the country has strived to heal and rebuild since then.Modern Cambodia: Understand the challenges and successes of contemporary Cambodia as it finds its place in today's world. 
  ·      From the glorious days of the Khmer Empire to the harrowing period under the Khmer Rouge, every chapter unveils a new layer of Cambodia's multifaceted past. As you read, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the resilience and determination that have propelled the country forward, despite the many challenges it has faced. 
  ·      Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about Cambodia, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the fascinating journey of a nation that has triumphed over adversity and continues to forge its unique destiny. 
  Don't Wait! Uncover the captivating history of Cambodia and be inspired by its incredible story of resilience. 
  So grab your copy of this must-read book Today!

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