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  Battle of Towton The: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  When the Battle of Towton took place on Palm Sunday in 1461 near a small village in Yorkshire, it was the largest and bloodiest battle ever fought on English soil. Towton was one of the battles of the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars ravaging England from 1455-1487. These marked the longest period England has been in unrest, surpassing the 12th century civil war between King Stephen and Empress Matilda (Maud), which lasted 15 years. 
  Today, roses are a sign of love and luxury, but for over 30 years, they provided the symbols for two houses at war for control of the English throne. Thousands of people died and many more were injured fighting beneath the white rose of York and the red rose of Lancaster, and the noble families ruling England tore each other apart in a struggle that was as bitter as it was bloody. Though what followed was a period of strong rule under the Tudors monarchs, it ultimately came at a terrible cost, and even then, it was through Elizabeth of York that the Tudor line received its legitimacy. After all, while Henry VII won his throne in battle, Elizabeth of York was the daughter of King Edward IV of England, a Yorkist monarch. 
  Despite their limited social and economic impact, the political and personal dramas of the Wars of the Roses have ensured that they are well remembered and still part of the popular imagination. 

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  Cultured Bumpkin Presents The:...

  Mark Twain, O Henry, Ambrose...

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  A compilation of popular short stories from American literature narrated by professional voice actor Jake Phillips.

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  Investigating the Pied Piper of...

  Michael Finney

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  The Pied Piper of Hamelin is a legendary figure from medieval Germany. This enigmatic character has been shrouded in mystery for centuries, with various interpretations and adaptations appearing across literature, art, and popular culture. 
  “Investigating the Pied Piper of Hamelin" takes readers on a journey through the history and folklore surrounding this perhaps mythical figure. The book examines how the legend has evolved over time, influenced by various cultural and literary traditions as well as connections to the larger canon of fairy tales. 
  This audiobook provides an insightful look at:The historical context of Hamelin's rat infestation and its possible connections to real-life eventsThe symbolism and significance of the Pied Piper as a figure representing both good and evil forces

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  Overcoming Stress & Anxiety -...

  Deepak Bhosle

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  Stress and anxiety can be incredibly difficult to manage. Luckily, Overcoming Stress & Anxiety: Four Guided Meditations to Manage your Stress is a great resource for anyone looking to find relief from these issues. Written by an experienced meditation coach, this book provides readers with four simple guided meditations that are specifically designed to help them overcome stress and anxiety. Each of the meditations focuses on different techniques and activities that can help people manage their mental health in an effective and healthy way. 
  how does mindfulness and meditation help manage anxiety? 
  Mindfulness and meditation are two practices that can help manage stress and anxiety. In the book Overcoming Stress & Anxiety: Four Guided Meditations to Manage your Stress, readers will learn how to take an active role in managing their mental health by applying the principles of mindfulness and meditation. With four guided meditations, readers will gain a deeper understanding of how they can use mindfulness and meditation techniques to help manage stress and anxiety.  
  The book starts with specific meditative processes that are designed to help reduce levels of stress and anxiety. The author explains different ways people can practice mindfulness in everyday life such as using gratitude and self-reflection. There are four guided meditations that take the listener through the various different types of deep breath work that will be a useful tool for people with stress and anxiety, on a daily basis.

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  The Republic

  Plato

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  The Republic (Greek: Politeia) is a Socratic dialogue, written by Plato around 380 BC, concerning the definition of (justice), the order and character of the just city-state and the just man, reason by which ancient readers used the name On Justice as an alternative title (not to be confused with the spurious dialogue also titled On Justice). The dramatic date of the dialogue has been much debated and though it must take place some time during the Peloponnesian War, "there would be jarring anachronisms if any of the candidate specific dates between 432 and 404 were assigned".    It is Plato's best-known work and has proven to be one of the most intellectually and historically influential works of philosophy and political theory. In it, Socrates along with various Athenians and foreigners discuss the meaning of justice and examine whether or not the just man is happier than the unjust man by considering a series of different cities coming into existence "in speech", culminating in a city (Kallipolis) ruled by philosopher-kings; and by examining the nature of existing regimes.    The participants also discuss the theory of forms, the immortality of the soul, and the roles of the philosopher and of poetry in society. Short Summary (Epilogue): X.1—X.8. 595a—608b. Rejection of Mimetic Art X.9—X.11. 608c—612a. Immortality of the Soul X.12. 612a—613e. Rewards of Justice in Life X.13—X.16. 613e—621d. Judgment of the Dead The paradigm of the city — the idea of the Good, the Agathon — has manifold historical embodiments, undertaken by those who have seen the Agathon, and are ordered via the vision. The centre piece of the Republic, Part II, nos. 2–3, discusses the rule of the philosopher, and the vision of the Agathon with the allegory of the cave, which is clarified in the theory of forms.    The centre piece is preceded and followed by the discussion of the means that will secure a well-ordered polis (City). Part II, no. 1, concerns marriage, the community of people and goods for the Guardians, and the restraints on warfare among the Hellenes. It describes a partially communistic polis. Part II, no. 4, deals with the philosophical education of the rulers who will preserve the order and character of the city-state. In Part II, the Embodiment of the Idea, is preceded by the establishment of the economic and social orders of a polis (Part I), followed by an analysis (Part III) of the decline the order must traverse. The three parts compose the main body of the dialogues, with their discussions of the "paradigm", its embodiment, its genesis, and its decline. The Introduction and the Conclusion are the frame for the body of the Republic.    The discussion of right order is occasioned by the questions: "Is Justice better than Injustice?" and "Will an Unjust man fare better than a Just man?" The introductory question is balanced by the concluding answer: "Justice is preferable to Injustice". In turn, the foregoing are framed with the Prologue (Book I) and the Epilogue (Book X). The prologue is a short dialogue about the common public doxai (opinions) about "Justice". Based upon faith, and not reason, the Epilogue describes the new arts and the immortality of the soul.

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  Taking Charge of Adult ADHD...

  PhD Russell A. Barkley,...

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  If you're among the millions of adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you need the latest facts about the disorder and its treatment. You need practical strategies to help develop your strengths and achieve your goals, whether on the job, in family relationships, or in personal pursuits. From renowned ADHD researcher/clinician Russell A. Barkley, this is the book for you. Dr. Barkley takes you through the process of seeking professional help, addresses frequently asked questions about medications and other treatments, and offers a wealth of advice and tips—all science-based. Featuring the latest resources and medication facts, the revised and updated second edition includes new or expanded discussions of mindfulness, emotional self-control, time management, building a successful career, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and more. Finally, an authoritative one-stop resource to help you take back your life from ADHD.

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