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  Saving Ourselves - From Climate...

  Dana R. Fisher

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  We've known for decades that climate change is an existential crisis. For just as long, we've seen the complete failure of our institutions to rise to the challenge. Fossil fuel interests maintain a stranglehold on political and economic power. Even though we have seen growing concern from everyday people, civil society has succeeded only in pressuring decision makers to adopt watered-down policies. Is there any hope of achieving the systemic change we need? 
   
   
   
  Dana R. Fisher argues that there is a realistic path forward for climate action—but only through mass mobilization that responds to the growing severity and frequency of disastrous events. She assesses the current state of affairs and shows why public policy and private-sector efforts have been ineffective. Spurred by this lack of progress, climate activism has become increasingly confrontational. Fisher examines the radical flank of the climate movement: its emergence and growth, its use of direct action, and how it might evolve as the climate crisis worsens. She considers when and how activism is most successful, identifying the importance of creating community, capitalizing on shocking moments, and cultivating resilience. Clear-eyed yet optimistic, Saving Ourselves offers timely insights on how social movements can take power back and open windows of opportunity for transformative climate action.

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  The Confidence Equation - Three...

  Dan Rosenfeld Ph.D.

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  The secret to unshakable confidence isn’t in forcing yourself to be outgoing. It lies in the quiet power of introversion—and in deeply understanding and embracing who you truly are.In a world that prizes extroversion, millions of introverts are left feeling overlooked and undervalued. The pressure to conform to extroverted ideals can erode their self-esteem, leaving them with a deep sense of inadequacy. As society becomes increasingly fast-paced and hypersocial, the challenge for introverts to find their place and voice has never been more urgent. In The Confidence Equation, Dan Rosenfeld—an acclaimed psychologist, two-time national table tennis champion, and award-winning comedian—dispels the common belief that confidence requires extroversion. Drawing on his personal journey of overcoming cerebral palsy, Dr. Rosenfeld blends poignant personal narratives with innovative psychological insights, offering a new vision where introverts flourish by embracing their authentic selves.In this refreshing and engaging work, Dr. Rosenfeld shares his transformative blueprint for swapping self-doubt with self-belief. He reveals three vital principles that unleash the true power of introversion: strategic vulnerability, adaptive resilience, and inquisitive self-discovery. Through these principles, introverts can convert perceived weaknesses into hidden strengths, turn setbacks into opportunities for growth, and break free from limiting beliefs to realize their full potential. The Confidence Equation empowers introverts to reclaim their worth by unlocking the quiet strength that’s always been within them.

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  Spring and Autumn & Warring...

  Hui Wang

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  "The Spring and Autumn & Warring States Periods, PART TWO" takes you deep into one of the most extraordinary periods in Chinese history, where legendary figures clashed and kingdoms rose or fell by the stroke of a pen or the swing of a sword. Discover the bold reforms of Shang Yang, the artful diplomacy of Su Qin, and the cunning strategies of Zhang Yi. Their brilliance shaped the destinies of states like Qin and Wei, while Sun Bin and Pang Juan's tactical genius inspired generations of military thinkers. Gui Gu Zi, the enigmatic master of strategy, and Lü Buwei, the ambitious merchant-turned-statesman, add intrigue to a world driven by power and opportunity. 
  This book also brings the kings of the era vividly to life. Meet King Wu Ling of Zhao, who revolutionized his military with nomadic tactics; King Hui Wen of Qin, who laid the foundations of an empire; and King Zhao Xiang of Qin, whose leadership propelled Qin toward dominance. The narrative culminates with King Zheng of Qin, better known as Qin Shi Huang, the unifier who swept through the six warring states to forge the first Chinese empire. Alongside these rulers, Lü Buwei's audacious rise and influence serve as a testament to how individuals could shape the fate of nations. 
  Through gripping storytelling, this book explores alliances, betrayals, and the extraordinary vision that redefined the course of history. Packed with tales of reformers, tacticians, and warrior kings.

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  The Queen Archetype - Feminine...

  Magickal Spot

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  What if you stopped waiting for permission and finally claimed the throne of your own life? 
    
  In The Queen Archetype audiobook, you’ll discover how to step into mature feminine power, build self-trust, strengthen your boundaries, and become the authority in your own life.  
    
  This audiobook explores the Queen as the archetype of sovereignty, leadership, self-respect, responsibility, and earned power. 
    
  Inside, you’ll learn: 
   What the Queen archetype really representsHow to stop seeking validation, approval, or permission from othersWhy sovereignty means becoming the authority in your own lifeHow to develop mature feminine leadership without becoming controlling or harshThe importance of boundaries, standards, and self-respectHow to make decisions with more confidence and clarityWays to balance power with compassion, softness, and serviceHow to integrate all parts of yourself into a more whole and powerful identityThe shadow side of the Queen archetype, including entitlement, perfectionism, control, and superiorityHow to build and protect the “kingdom” of your life, relationships, career, and goals 
    
  Whether you are rebuilding after heartbreak, stepping into leadership, learning to trust yourself, creating stronger boundaries, or exploring feminine archetypes, this audiobook offers a powerful introduction to the Queen within. 
    
  You do not need permission to take up space. You do not need permission to lead. 
  You do not need permission to rule your own life. 
    
  A companion guide is included, in the same reflective workbook style, with sections on sovereignty, boundaries, self-worth, leadership, standards, power, shadow patterns, affirmations, and self-check-ins.

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  A Rare Recording of US Naval...

  Grace Hopper

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  Grace Brewster Hopper (December 9, 1906 to January 1, 1992) was an American computer scientist, mathematician, and United States Navy rear admiral. A pioneer of computer programming, Hopper was the first to devise the theory of machine-independent programming languages and used this theory to develop the FLOW-MATIC programming language and COBOL, an early high-level programming language still in use today. She was also one of the first programmers on the Harvard Mark I computer. She is credited with writing the first computer manual, "A Manual of Operation for the Automatic Sequence Controlled Calculator." The following audio recording is from a 1982 presentation.

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  Why Q Needs U - A history of our...

  Danny Bate

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  'A breathtaking adventure through the alphabet... An absolutely delightful read, filled with jewels of lightly worn scholarship and dazzling insight. I just couldn't recommend it more highly.' Stephen Fry'An excellent read.' Susie Dent'You'll never look at a keyboard the same way after reading Danny Bate's fascinating linguistic history.' Sunday TimesWhy does 'W' sounds like 'double U'?What has the letter 'Q' got to do with monkeys?Why are the 'C's in circus pronounced differently?What's the point of the second 'N' in the author's first name, 'Danny'?And why does 'Q' need to be followed by 'U'?Every letter you're reading right now has a fascinating story to tell, having been on a long linguistic, historical, political and social journey.In Why Q Needs U, linguistic expert Danny Bate takes readers on a fascinating odyssey through the English alphabet, diving into history, archaeology, politics and linguistics to discover where we get our writing from. Sharing fun facts and revealing the alphabet's hidden mechanisms, he explains where we get our letters from and why the English language uses them so strangely.Explaining - and defending - the peculiar way English today uses our ancient letters, Bate's witty and entertaining book will help readers spot connections in languages across the world and inspire a newfound sense of wonder for the letters we use every day.'Charming' The Economist

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