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  Civil Resistance - What Everyone...

  Erica Chenoweth

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  Civil resistance is a method of conflict through which unarmed civilians use a variety of coordinated methods (strikes, protests, demonstrations, boycotts, and many other tactics) to prosecute a conflict without directly harming or threatening to harm an opponent. Sometimes called nonviolent resistance, unarmed struggle, or nonviolent action, this form of political action is now a mainstay across the globe. It was been a central form of resistance in the 1989 revolutions and in the Arab Spring, and it is now being practiced widely in Trump's America. If we are going to understand the manifold protest movements emerging around the globe, we need a thorough understanding of civil resistance and its many dynamics and manifestations. 
   
   
   
  In Civil Resistance: What Everyone Needs to Know®, Erica Chenoweth—one of the world's leading scholars on the topic—explains what civil resistance is, how it works, why it sometimes fails, how violence and repression affect it, and the long-term impacts of such resistance. Featuring both historical cases of civil resistance and more contemporary examples such as the Arab Awakenings and various ongoing movements in the United States, this book provides a comprehensive yet pithy overview of this enormously important subject.

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  Democracy - the political saga

  Ayele Teklemariam

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  "Democracy: The Political Tale" pulls readers into an exciting exploration of government complexities, directed by the author's own intimate experiences with democracy and tyranny. Leaning upon real-life events, the account digs deep into the profound effects of being forced out from a dictatorship nation and thereafter growing up in a democracy. The striking distinction between these structures influences the author's thorough study of representative democracy. 
  This book points out the issues in the way democratic systems currently work. It talks about how these systems struggle to handle the ever-changing, intricate demands of our present-day world. Elected officials becoming disconnected and a small group of people rule, despite a lack of public support, are clearly detailed—this reveals weakness in the system. The book uses smart examples to show times when agreement on vital matters couldn't be reached. It also delves into the trials presented by today's growth and society. All these details help champion the need for enhancements to our current system. 
  When the writer doubts the power of our representative democracy, a strong urge comes for decisions to include more folks and be more clear. The final parts of the book reveal personal stories, underlining the vital part democracy plays, but also being honest about its flaws. Calling for big fixes that can truly help society, "Democracy: The Political Saga" is a strong affirmation of the continuous search for a way to rule that fits well with today's complex world.

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  The Great Dictionary French -...

  Benjamin Maximilian Eisenhauer

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  This dictionary contains around 130,000 French terms with their English translations, making it one of the most comprehensive books of its kind. It offers a wide vocabulary from all areas as well as numerous idioms. The terms are translated from French to English. If you need translations from English to French, then the companion volume "The Great Dictionary English - French" is recommended.

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  A World Torn Apart -...

  Dr. David K. Ewen

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  Prepare to embark on a captivating journey as you delve into the pages of this remarkable book. The author fearlessly explores the intricate web of the global refugee crisis, unearthing its roots, triggers, and far-reaching ramifications. Brace yourself as you are taken on a gripping expedition, dissecting numerous significant crises that have shaken the world, from the heart-wrenching Syrian conflict to the turbulent upheavals in Afghanistan, South Sudan, Venezuela, Rohingya, and Ukraine.With meticulous attention to detail, the author dissects each humanitarian emergency, uncovering the unique challenges they present and the staggering scale of displacement they have caused. Prepare to be enlightened as you witness the unraveling of these complex events, gaining a profound understanding of the plight endured by millions.Throughout the narrative, the spotlight shines brightly on the international response, revealing the heroic efforts of countless humanitarian organizations. Witness firsthand the tireless dedication and unwavering commitment as these beacons of hope extend a lifeline to those in dire need. Their vital aid and unwavering support become the catalyst for survival in the face of adversity.As you turn the final page, a resounding call reverberates within your soul. It is a call for collective action, for empathy to triumph over indifference. The author's poignant conclusion embodies a rallying cry, urging us all to unite in the face of distressing circumstances. Together, we can forge a brighter future, one that nurtures enduring solutions and brings solace to the millions affected by forced displacement.Embark now on this enthralling journey, for within these pages lies a tapestry of humanity, resilience, and the transformative power of compassion.

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  Beneath The Radar

  Anonymous

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  In her deeply personal memoir, Beneath the Radar, Naomi Jessop takes readers on an intimate journey through the labyrinth of her life—a path marked by judgment, influence, and the often painful process of carving out an identity distinct from the narratives imposed upon her. 
  Exploring struggles with depression, anxiety, and PTSD, this memoir sheds light on the dark corners of the mind and the quiet strength it takes to keep going. It also dives into the complexities of LGBTQ+ identity and self-acceptance in a world that often resists both. 
  At its heart, Beneath the Radar is a story about family—about longing for connection, navigating fractured relationships, and finding love and understanding amidst chaos. 
  With unflinching honesty and emotional depth, Naomi reveals what it truly means to grow, heal, and find yourself in a world eager to define you. 
  Beneath the Radar is more than a memoir—it’s a mirror for anyone who’s ever felt misunderstood, mislabelled, or misplaced. It’s an invitation to see the human story beneath the surface—and a testament to the strength it takes to rise, to speak, and to be seen.

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  Scars on the Land - An...

  David Silkenat

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  Scars on the Land is the first comprehensive history of American slavery to examine how the environment fundamentally formed enslaved people's lives and how slavery remade the Southern landscape. Over two centuries, from the establishment of slavery in the Chesapeake to the Civil War, one simple calculation had profound consequences: rather than measuring productivity based on outputs per acre, Southern planters sought to maximize how much labor they could extract from their enslaved workforce. They saw the landscape as disposable, relocating to more fertile prospects once they had leached the soils and cut down the forests. On the leading edge of the frontier, slavery laid waste to fragile ecosystems, draining swamps, clearing forests to plant crops and fuel steamships, and introducing devastating invasive species. On its trailing edge, slavery left eroded hillsides, rivers clogged with sterile soil, and the extinction of native species. While environmental destruction fueled slavery's expansion, no environment could long survive intensive slave labor. The scars manifested themselves in different ways, but the land too fell victim to the slave owner's lash.

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