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  The Grandes Dames

  Stephen Birmingham

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  The acclaimed social historian provides an in-depth look at eight society women who shaped upper class culture from the Gilded Age to WWII.
  
  Astor. Rockefeller. McCormick. Belmont. Family names that still adorn buildings, streets, and charity foundations. While their men blazed across America with their oil, industry, and railways, the matriarchs founded art museums, opera houses, and symphonies that functioned almost as private clubs. Linked by money, marriage, privilege, and power, these women formed a grand American matriarchy—and they ruled American society with a style and impact that make today's socialites seem pale reflections of their forbears.
  
  
  Stephen Birmingham takes us into the drawing rooms of these powerful women, providing keen insights into an American society that no longer exists. Caroline Astor, who, when asked for her fare boarding a streetcar, responded, "No thank you, I have my own favorite charities." Edith "Effie" Stern deciding that no existing school would do for her child, so she had a new one built. And the legendary Isabella Stewart Gardner replying to a contemporary who was overly taken with their Mayflower ancestors: "Of course, immigration laws are much more strict nowadays."
  
  
  These women had looks, manner, and style, but more than that, they had presence—a sense that when one of them entered a room, something momentous was about to occur; Birmingham opens a window to the highest levels of American society with these profiles of American "royalty."

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  A Set of Six

  Joseph Conrad

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  Each of the stories in this collection is spun from a simple, if typically wry and bleak, idea. In "Gaspar Ruiz", a South American general who has fought in a war of independence tells his guests a long tale about a notorious strong man that explains the origin of his current domestic arrangements. "The Informer" leads the reader into the depths of a political conspiracy, dealing very slyly indeed with questions of truth and pretence. In "The Brute", we are asked whether we can believe there could be such a thing as a positively malevolent ship, while "An Anarchist" introduces us to an unfortunate man who has had a vision of society itself as malevolent and has not been able to rest in peace ever since. "The Duel", the most obviously likeable tale in this collection, recounts the history of an unfortunate feud between two officers of Napoleon's army that caused them to fight a series of duels over many years. "Il Conde" rounds out the collection, giving a new twist to the saying "See Naples and die".

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  GRE - Conquer the Graduate...

  Harlan Blackwood

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  Audiobook Title: 
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  Time for the world to learn from...

  Ruth Finnegan

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  It is a common notion that Africa has, and indeed ought to have, learned much from the west. This is not wrong; all cultures rightly learn from each other. But less is said of what there is to learn from Africa: from her stories, myths, music, proverbs, insights - and more. Here an acclaimed African scholar steps into the gap with a prize winning account that uncovers something of the great legacy of African thought and practice in ways that will astonish many. Written with verve and authority and directed above all to students and sixth formers, this book will also delight and often surprise those who know something of Africa as well as those hitherto ignorant. 
   Ruth Finnegan OBE FBA is Emeritus Professor The Open University, Foreign Associate of the Finnish Literature Bureau, and International Fellow of the American Folklore Society. An anthropologist and multi-award author, she has published extensively, chiefly on Africa, musical practice, and English urban life. Recent books include How is Language?, Fiji's Music: Where Did It Come From?, her edited Entrancement: The Consciousness of Dreaming, Music and The World, and several prize-winning Africa-influenced novels, including The Black Inked Pearl and Voyage of Pearl of the Seas.

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  Narcissistic Mothers - How to...

  Melanie Parker

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  Do any of these scenarios feel familiar? 
  Do you sometimes feel like you "flunked" childhood and it was all your fault? 
  Feel like you have to walk around on eggshells when you are around your mother? 
  Find you have crushing, low self-worth and never feel good enough after being in her presence? 
  Often get emotionally triggered and feel deflated after connecting with her? 
  Hey my friend. I see you, you are not alone… 
  It is certainly not easy having a narcissistic mother. In fact, the knock-on effect can be utterly devastating for many, let alone the long-term and psychological damage it can cause. If any of the above feelings ring true to you, you might wonder what you can do to cope with a narcissistic parent… 
  You might sink lower every time you contact her - questioning all your decisions, value, worth, and self-esteem as she subtly or overtly quashes them. 
  Or worse, thinking you can change her… 
  Look, I get it. 
  Here's a little sneak preview of what you’ll get: 
  - 8 Ways Narcissistic Mothers Neglect Affected Your Life as an ADULT 
  - How the Narcissistic Mother causes CPTSD 
  - 7 Strategies For Letting Go Of A Narcissistic Mother 
  - How to Set Boundaries 
  - How To Cut Ties and Go No Contact 
  - How to get out of a trauma bond with your parent 
  - 8 Things Your Narcissistic Mother Might Do When You Cut Off All Contact 
  - Anger after Narcissistic Abuse - Why Can't I Let It Go? 
  - How Narcissistic Mothers Gaslight Their DaughtersIf you’re ready to truly make a change, if you’re ready to feel empowered and grounded no matter who is in your life or what family background you come from, this is the book that’s going to help you get there.

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  Mastering Your True Self Bundle...

  Calvin Redd, Brenda Paisley

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  Mastering Your True Self Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Personality Hacker and Discovering Your Personality Type 
  Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth with the Mastering Your True Self Bundle. This powerful collection combines two insightful audiobooks to help you unlock your unique potential, understand your personality, and design a fulfilling life aligned with who you truly are. 
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  Personality Hacker: Decoding the Blueprint of Your Unique Self and Designing Your Best Self 
  Dive deep into the core of your personality, uncover your hidden strengths, and learn actionable strategies to craft the best version of yourself. 
  Discovering Your Personality Type: A Journey of Self-Exploration to Master Personal Growth 
  Explore the intricacies of personality types, discover how your traits shape your life, and use this knowledge to foster meaningful growth and relationships. 
  💡 What You'll Gain: 
  A deeper understanding of your personality and how it influences your decisions and relationships 
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