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  Living Hell - The Dark Side of...

  Michael C.C. Adams

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  Many Americans, argues Michael C. C. Adams, tend to think of the Civil War as more glorious, less awful, than the reality. In Living Hell, Adams tries a different tack, clustering the voices of myriad actual participants on the firing line or in the hospital ward to create a virtual historical reenactment. 
   
   
   
  Neither film nor reenactment can fully capture the hard truth of the four-year conflict. Living Hell presents a stark portrait of the human costs of the Civil War and gives listeners a more accurate appreciation of its lasting consequences. 
   
   
   
  Adams examines the sharp contrast between the expectations of recruits versus the realities of communal living, the enormous problems of dirt and exposure, poor diet, malnutrition, and disease. He describes the slaughter produced by close-order combat, the difficulties of cleaning up the battlefields, and the resulting psychological damage survivors experienced. 
   
   
   
  Drawing extensively on letters and memoirs of individual soldiers, Adams assembles vivid accounts of the distress Confederate and Union soldiers faced daily: sickness, exhaustion, hunger, devastating injuries, and makeshift hospitals where saws were often the medical instrument of choice.

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  The Wayfinder - The Life of the...

  Daniel Slack-Smith

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  The Wayfinder tells the story of the life of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding President of the United Arab Emirates, and explores the key relationships, challenges and events that shaped his outlook on the world. 
  Extensively researched, it takes readers behind the scenes into the delicate negotiations that led to the formation of the UAE in 1971, and the gradual consolidation of the union that occurred in the often turbulent decades that followed the country’s founding. It also examines Sheikh Zayed’s responses to several major world events, including the British withdrawal from the Gulf in 1971, the Iran-Iraq War in the 1980s, the first Gulf War in 1991, the Iraq War in 2003, and the 9/11 terror attacks. 
  The Wayfinder provides new insights into the life and legacy of one of the most transformative yet historically overlooked political leaders of the 20th century, whose words and actions continue to have a lasting influence on the UAE, its leaders and its people.

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  Bombard the Headquarters! - The...

  Linda Jaivin

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  'Excellent... surefooted and perceptive, enlivened by a wealth of vignettes and anecdotes which bring to life the dramatic and frequently horrific events that have played a seminal role in forming Chinese society as it exists today' PHILIP SHORT, author of Mao: A Life
  
  Mao launched the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution in 1966 to purge his critics and blood a new generation of fighters. Ten years later, almost two million people had been killed and much of China's heritage, from precious manuscripts to ancient temples, had been obliterated.
  
  The shadow of these terrible years lies heavily over the twenty-first-century nation. The history of this period is so toxic that China's rulers have gone to great lengths to bury it – while a few brave men and women risk their freedom to uncover the truth. For as both they and the Party know, to grasp the history of the Cultural Revolution is to understand much about China today.
  
  Bombard the Headquarters! is not just Mao's story. It's the unforgettable stories of countless individuals, mass manias, of sacred mangos, and spectacular falls from grace. At once rigorous and readable, brief yet teeming with colourful detail, this is a marvel of historical storytelling.
  
  'A beautifully concise account that makes sense of a hugely complex event in modern Chinese history. Linda Jaivin puts her formidable, deep experience both of Chinese history and language to excellent use, conveying in 100 pages what most would struggle to achieve in a thousand' KERRY BROWN, author of China Incorporated

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  Heinrich Schliemann: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Heinrich Schliemann, German businessman, archaeologist, and discoverer of ancient Troy: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  Dark Psychology & Mind Control:...

  Eric Holt

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  Unlock the True Potential of Dark Psychology With This Blueprint 
  Do you feel like not everyone means what they say? 
  Are you sometimes suspicious that people are always hiding something from you? 
  Are you tired of always being told what to do and never being in control? 
  The human mind is both a weapon and a target. 
  It’s no secret that there are people out there who can simply read what you’re thinking based on your facial expressions and posture. There are also people who can influence your thoughts without you even knowing, causing you to indirectly do whatever they want you to. 
  It’s time to learn exactly how they do that. 
  Dive deep into the depths of the human psyche with this bundle that will teach you everything you need to know about Dark Psychology, Manipulation, and Body Language. 
  Discover:The secrets of dark psychology: Learn to instantly detect and defend against manipulation tactics commonly employed by master manipulators.The ability to sway any outcome: With the power of mind control and persuasion, there’s nothing that you can’t have.Understanding body language made simple: Analyze people with precision, decoding their body language, vocal tone, and facial expressions to gain valuable insights.Techniques that WORK: You’ll learn powerful techniques that you can apply in everyday scenarios, while also making sure to remember not to stray from your moral compass.And so much more 
  Emerge from this with newfound knowledge that will help propel you into success, while also learning valuable insights to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from manipulation.If You’re Someone That Wants to Take Charge of Themselves and Their Destiny, Then Grab Your Copy Now!

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  Spiritual Centers in Man

  Manly P. Hall

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  In "Spiritual Centers in Man," Manly P. Hall maps the inner landscape - exploring the seven chakras and their connection to our consciousness, emotions, and potential. He suggests an "invisible hand" guides us towards spiritual growth, offering a unique perspective on self-discovery and human potential. Think "energy map" meets "inner journey" for a glimpse into this esoteric classic.

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