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  Embracing Autonomy - Latin...

  Gregory Weeks

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  Gregory Weeks's Embracing Autonomy departs from other general treatments of Latin American-US relations not by putting US policy aside but by bringing in the Latin American and global contexts more closely and thus avoiding the incomplete picture provided by a narrow focus solely on the policies of the United States. 
   
   
   
  The core of autonomy for Latin America from the United States is seen in new, deeper, and more numerous relationships that do not include the United States. The book is not a study of rebellion against the United States, or even a critique of US policy. Instead, it is an examination of the major shifts that have taken place in the region in recent decades and how they have shaped Latin American-US relations. 
   
   
   
  Weeks's book provides a clearer understanding of where Latin America stands vis-à-vis the United States in the early twenty-first century. In doing so, we gain a better sense of the trajectory of Latin American-US relations and how they develop in turbulent times.

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  In the Shadow of the Rising Sun...

  Olga Henderson

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  In February 1942, nine-year-old Olga Morris and her family were in Singapore when the city fell to the Japanese Imperial Army in the biggest defeat in history of the British Forces. Turned back at an evacuation ship’s gangway as the bombs fell, Olga and her parents and siblings were forced to take their chances and hide out until, captured by Japanese soldiers, they were sent on a forced march to the notorious Changi Prison. 
   
  There’s a certain stereotype of the British in Singapore in the ‘30s and early ‘40s, which Olga Morris – Henderson as she is now – definitely did not fit. Her family was not part of the privileged Raffles Hotel set, with their big houses and servants. Her father worked in construction. Olga and her siblings grew up in Johor Bahru, a diverse part of Malaya just across the causeway from Singapore, amongst children of all faiths and cultures. It was a very happy upbringing. 
   
  All that changed in 1942. Olga was playing with her guinea pigs when a British Army officer arrived to tell her parents that the family had just 30 minutes to pack and be ready for evacuation to Singapore. The Japanese were ten miles away. Olga’s mother grabbed the family photograph album and they ran… 
   
  Days later, Singapore fell. Three years of captivity followed. Three years of disease, malnutrition, deprivation and oppression in Changi and Sime Road. 
   
  Desperate for food, Olga and her friends bravely raided the vegetable plot; “dodging the searchlights” and sometimes endured severe punishments. She stood alongside the other women and children through the ordeal of Tenko in the blazing sun. Halfway through their captivity, Olga’s ten-year-old brother was put into the men’s camp, where he suffered terrible cruelty that scarred him for life. 
   
  February 2022 marked 80 years since the Fall of Singapore and Olga is now ready to tell the story of her years as a child prisoner of war. It’s a story of great fear and deprivation; of a childhood utterly lost to conflict. It’s also a story of class prejudice and unkindness that didn’t end when Olga was freed from the camp and returned to England as a refugee. 
   
  Yet moments of humour and camaraderie also live on in Olga’s memory. There were plays and imaginary tea parties and even a secret girl guide group that held clandestine meetings, where they worked on sewing a quilt.

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  Virtues of Character - Strength...

  Esther Jameson

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  This book bundle delves into three fundamental virtues that define an individual's character and their ability to build trust, maintain strong relationships, and act in alignment with their values. By embracing Honesty, Integrity, and Fidelity, we can lead lives of authenticity, accountability, and dedication, enhancing not only our personal growth but also our impact on those around us. 
  Honesty is the cornerstone of any relationship, whether personal or professional. This section explores the importance of truthfulness, transparency, and the courage to speak the truth even when it’s difficult. Honesty builds trust, fosters respect, and allows for genuine connections with others. 
  Integrity goes beyond telling the truth; it’s about doing what is right, even when no one is watching. This part emphasizes the importance of moral uprightness, consistency in one’s actions, and standing firm in one’s values and principles. Integrity is about maintaining a strong moral compass, regardless of external pressures. 
  Fidelity involves loyalty and faithfulness, particularly in relationships and commitments. This section highlights the value of remaining dedicated, whether in marriage, friendships, or work, and the importance of standing by one's promises and commitments. Fidelity is a virtue that enhances personal relationships and professional integrity. 
  Together, these virtues represent a strong character founded on trust, consistency, and dedication. This book provides practical guidance on how to cultivate these virtues in everyday life, promoting a life of genuine action, steadfast relationships, and lasting impact.

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  The Reality Pirate's Guide to...

  Zoli Althea Browne

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  Reality is not what it used to be. 
  In this time of uncertainty, we choose hope and wisdom over fear of the unknown. That which can be sensed in the physical is not all that exists. The Reality Pirate’s Guide to Your Paranormal Normal delves into the unseen and unexplained. 
  Explore supernatural concepts and spiritual insight on topics you are curious to know more about:Normalizing mysticismUncovering portals connecting dimensionsDiscovering off-worlder populationsChallenging perceptions of evilMental healing through meditation and service 
  Expand your reality and embrace the normalcy of paranormal experiences through the unique lens of the Reality Pirate.

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  Triumphs Trophies and Troubles -...

  Peter Bills

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  In late 2024 Ireland, a nation of just 7 million people, stood at the top of rugby union's world rankings. 
   
  Ireland's rise to such an exalted position has been the great triumph of rugby's professional era. For a nation that fought tooth and nail to keep the game amateur, their progress since 2000 has been extraordinary. The trophies, once so rare in Irish rugby hands, have become almost commonplace. Grand Slams, Six Nations Championships, Triple Crowns have all stood in the IRFU offices in Dublin. 
   
  But that is the top tier of the game. What is the health of the sport at other levels all around Ireland? In this book award-winning international rugby writer Peter Bills seeks to take the pulse of the game at every level - schools, clubs, provinces - as well as the fast-expanding women's game. For if rugby at grassroots level withers, the decline will affect everyone. And how can rugby learn to live side by side with the ubiquitous GAA? 
   
  Featuring interviews with some legendary names of Irish rugby, such as Keith Wood, Willie John McBride, Tony Ward, Bill Mulcahy, Gordon D'Arcy, Trevor Ringland, Nigel Carr and Tommy Bowe, we also hear from men and women from junior and club rugby, at clubs like Dingle, Kinsale, Monkstown, Boyne, Westport, City of Derry, Donegal Town, Omagh and Oughterard. All of them are doing stirring work behind the scenes for their local clubs and communities as Bills goes in search of the soul of Irish rugby.

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  A Handbook for Migrants - The...

  Ephraim Osaghae

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  A Reflective Guide for Meaningful and Whole-Life Experience 
  Immigrants are important contributors to the success and growth of many countries. But they face challenges before they can fully attain social and economic balance. Each immigrant needs all the help that he or she can get. This book provides that, and much more. It's presented from an immigrant’s point of view, and with anecdotes from someone that has walked the path — someone who is keen to share lessons learned so that it will be more comfortable and more rewarding for others. 
  In this book, you will find stories and useful information about the following: 
  • The benefits of immigration to emigrants, nations and the wider community. 
  • Connecting with the heart, hope and faith behind the giant leap of emigration. 
  • Learning to thrive and communicate effectively despite initial culture shocks and gaps in languages. 
  • Managing potential loss of previous qualifications and reinventing for new education and skills for competitive edge. 
  • Practical steps in finding employment even with the uncertainties associated with having the right local network and work experience. 
  • The challenges and lessons regarding family life including raising children and youth. 
  • The essential aspects and preparation for ageing and retirement including the vital roles of ethnic communities and leadership. 
  You will find great value from reading this book if you are: 
  • An intending, new or emerging immigrant looking for wisdom, tips and inspiration. 
  • A more resident immigrant looking for further guidance on how to become more established while managing changes. 
  • Non-immigrants, students, governments, policymakers, service providers and community leaders. We all can add to our cultural intelligence.

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