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  Ancient Mysteries and Legends -...

  John Harpoon

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  Advanced Ancient Relics 
   Journey through archaeological discoveries that challenge our understanding of ancient technological capabilities. From the precision-engineered Antikythera mechanism to the perfectly fitted stones of Puma Punku, examine artifacts that suggest our ancestors possessed knowledge and skills far beyond what conventional history recognizes. 
  True Knights Templars 
   Separate fact from fiction regarding history's most mysterious military order. Discover the authentic origins, unprecedented rise to power, and dramatic fall of the Knights Templar.  
  Tutankhamen's Curse 
   Investigate the famous "curse of the pharaohs" following the 1922 discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb. Examine the mysterious deaths connected to the expedition, the scientific explanations proposed for these events, and the ancient Egyptian beliefs regarding tomb protection. This section explores how a 3,000-year-old pharaoh's burial became one of archaeology's most enduring legends. 
  The Scariest Planets We've Ever Discovered 
   Venture beyond our solar system to explore the most terrifying exoplanets identified by modern astronomy. From worlds with rain made of molten glass and winds exceeding 5,000 mph to planets orbiting too close to their stars and those plunged in perpetual darkness, discover cosmic environments so extreme they challenge our conception of what constitutes a planet. 
  The Secret Ingredients in Your Foods 
   Uncover the hidden components in everyday foods that manufacturers rarely highlight. From artificial additives and industrial processing agents to surprising sources of common ingredients, learn what really goes into the products found on supermarket shelves.

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  A Realistic Blacktopia - Why We...

  Derrick Darby

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  The United States is dogged by racism and racial disparities in income, wealth, health, education, and criminal justice. Philosophers disagree on what kind of politics is needed to address this problem. Do we pursue race-specific remedies to undo racism or do we assume the permanence of racism and opt for non-race-specific remedies in pursuit of a more egalitarian society? Paradoxically, the way to make racial progress in racist America is to downplay race. 
   
   
   
  In A Realistic Blacktopia, political philosopher Derrick Darby challenges the "small tent" approach by examining U.S. Supreme Court cases on education and voting rights arguing that they hold general lessons about the limits of racial politics. Securing racial justice in racist America calls for "big tent" remedies, and Darby argues that pursuing non-race-specific remedies with maximal democratic inclusion is a necessary strategy for mitigating racial inequality and achieving racial justice. 
   
   
   
  A Realistic Blacktopia offers clarity on how racism persists, contrary to claims that America is a post-racial society. Explaining why the myth of post-racialism cannot be ignored in crafting remedies for racial inequality, Darby supplies a principled pragmatic proposal for achieving racial justice. Darby also explains why achieving racial justice requires inclusive democracy.

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  Texas Gulf Coast Stories

  C. Herndon Williams

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  The middle Texas coast, known locally as the Coast Bend, is an area filled with fascinating stories. From as early as the days of de Vaca and La Salle, the Coastal Bend has been a site of early exploration, bloody conflicts, legendary shipwrecks, and even a buried treasure or two. However, much of the true history has remained unknown, misunderstood, and even hidden. For years, local historian C. Herndon Williams has shared his fascinating discoveries of the area's early stories through his weekly column, "Coastal Bend Chronicle." Now he has selected some of his favorites in Texas Gulf Coast Stories. Join Williams as he explores the days of early settlement and European contact, Karankawa and Tonkawa legends, and the Coastal Bend's tallest of tall tales.

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  Open Fire - Poems

  Deborah Gorlin

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  Even as they consider the paradoxical properties of fire, its potential both for creativity and for destruction, the poems in this book burn with the intent to illuminate the objects of their contemplation. Open Fire conjures both the violent imperative of a firing squad, and the communal warmth radiating from a campfire. In persona and ekphrastic forms, Gorlin jimmies the lock of her identity to pull off daring acts of imaginative immersion and poetic ventriloquism as she adventures into the images of artists, and the lives of figures featured in the Bible, myth, literature, history, biography, fashion design, and current events. Imagine yourself as the apparition of the Virgin of Guadalupe, Leda with a surprising assessment of the swan, the World War II photographer Lee Miller in Hitler’s bathtub, the British fashionista Isabella Blow, and even Death itself mourning over the Covid epidemic. 
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  Advent of Early Modern Warfare...

  Editors Charles River

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  In the time period between the fall of Rome and the spread of the Renaissance across the European continent, many of today’s European nations were formed, the Catholic Church rose to great prominence, some of history’s most famous wars occurred, and a social class system was instituted that lasted over 1,000 years. A lot of activity took place during a period frequently labeled derogatively as the “Dark Ages,” and while that period of time is mostly referred to as the “Middle Ages” instead of the Dark Ages today, it has still retained the stigma of being a sort of lost period of time in which Western civilization made no worthwhile progress.  
  	If anything, the one aspect of the Middle Ages that has been romanticized is medieval warfare. Indeed, the Middle Ages have long sparked people’s imaginations thanks to imagery of armored knights battling on horseback and armies of men trying to breach the walls of formidable castles. What is generally forgotten is that medieval warfare was constantly adapting to the times as leaders adopted new techniques and technology, and common infantry became increasingly important throughout the period. Starting around 1000 CE, there was a gradual consolidation of power in the region after the fragmentation of the Early Middle Ages, and it brought about the rise of more centralized states that could field large armies. The Normans, one of the first groups to do this, were notable for their discipline and organization, and it’s little surprise that they were the last foreigners to successfully invade Britain under William the Conqueror in the mid 11th century.  
  	Meanwhile, political and technological progress led to continuous change of tactics and equipment. Cavalry became ascendant, only to be later replaced by infantry as their weapons improved. By the end of the period, warfare was radically changing thanks to the rise of gunpowder weapons such as the handgun and the bombard. 

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  Moral Compass The: Navigating...

  Henry J. Howes

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  Description: The Moral Compass: Navigating Right and Wrong in Modern Times 
  In today's fast-paced and complex world, the line between right and wrong often blurs, presenting individuals with ethical dilemmas that challenge their values. The Moral Compass: Navigating Right and Wrong in Modern Times explores the intricate dynamics of morality, offering a guide to understanding and addressing these challenges with integrity and purpose. 
  This book delves into the philosophical foundations of morality, the impact of societal and cultural shifts on ethical behavior, and practical strategies for making sound decisions. With a focus on real-world examples and contemporary issues, it provides readers with the tools to navigate moral complexities in both personal and professional settings. 
  Key themes include:The evolution of morality in the modern era.The influence of technology, globalization, and cultural diversity on ethical standards.Practical frameworks for resolving ethical conflicts.The role of empathy, self-reflection, and personal responsibility in moral decision-making. 
  The Moral Compass inspires readers to reflect on their values, embrace critical thinking, and foster a deeper understanding of right and wrong in a world that often tests the limits of morality.

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