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  The Battle of Tours - Defending...

  Harris Ropes

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  The Umayyad Caliphate emerged as one of the most powerful empires in the early Islamic world, expanding its influence across vast territories from the Middle East to North Africa and into Europe. Following the death of Prophet Muhammad, the Islamic world underwent a rapid transformation, with the Rashidun Caliphs overseeing the initial expansion. However, it was under the Umayyads, beginning in 661 CE, that the Islamic empire reached unprecedented heights, establishing a vast and organized dominion. Their rule was characterized by military conquests, administrative advancements, and cultural integration, making them a formidable force in the medieval world. 
  One of the most defining aspects of Umayyad expansion was its push into Western Europe. After successfully conquering the Iberian Peninsula in 711 CE, the Muslim forces, primarily composed of Berbers and Arabs, established Al-Andalus under the leadership of governors appointed by the Umayyad Caliphate. The conquest of the Visigothic Kingdom was swift, with key victories such as the Battle of Guadalete opening the doors for further advances northward. By the early 8th century, the Umayyads had consolidated control over much of present-day Spain and Portugal, making their presence in Europe a significant political and military reality. 
  As the Umayyads strengthened their hold over Iberia, their attention turned toward the Frankish territories. The Islamic forces, seeking to expand their influence beyond the Pyrenees, launched several incursions into the southern regions of Gaul. These raids, initially aimed at securing wealth and resources, gradually evolved into more ambitious campaigns of territorial expansion. The city of Narbonne fell under Muslim control in 719 CE, serving as a critical stronghold for future campaigns. From there, the Umayyads pushed further into Aquitaine, where they encountered resistance from the local Christian rulers, most notably Duke Odo of Aquitaine.

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  Mastering Your True Self Bundle...

  Calvin Redd, Brenda Paisley

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  Mastering Your True Self Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Personality Hacker and Discovering Your Personality Type 
  Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth with the Mastering Your True Self Bundle. This powerful collection combines two insightful audiobooks to help you unlock your unique potential, understand your personality, and design a fulfilling life aligned with who you truly are. 
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  Glory and Decay - The Roman...

  Rogan Fish

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  The story of Rome’s rise is one of ambition, resilience, and conquest. What began as a small settlement along the Tiber River grew into one of the most powerful empires in history. Rome’s transformation from a monarchy to a republic and eventually into a sprawling empire was shaped by its military prowess, political strategies, and influential leaders. 
  Rome’s early history is rooted in legend. According to myth, the city was founded in 753 BCE by Romulus, who, after a dispute, killed his twin brother Remus. While this tale is shrouded in mystery, archaeological evidence suggests that settlements on the Palatine Hill date back much earlier. Initially ruled by kings, Rome transitioned to a republic in 509 BCE after the overthrow of the last Etruscan monarch, Tarquin the Proud. This shift established a new political system that placed power in the hands of elected officials, most notably the Senate and the consuls. 
  The Republic’s success was largely due to its military strength. The Roman legions were highly disciplined and adaptable, allowing Rome to expand its influence across the Italian Peninsula. Through a combination of warfare and strategic alliances, Rome defeated neighboring city-states and incorporated them into its growing domain. One of its defining moments came during the Punic Wars against Carthage (264–146 BCE), where figures like Scipio Africanus led Rome to decisive victories, securing its dominance over the Mediterranean.

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  How Media Ownership Matters

  Rodney Benson, Julie Sedel,...

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  Does it matter who owns and funds the media? As journalists and management consultants set off in search of new business models, there's a pressing need to understand anew the economic underpinnings of journalism and its role in democratic societies. 
   
   
   
  How Media Ownership Matters provides a fresh approach to understanding news media power, moving beyond the typical emphasis on market concentration or media moguls. Through a comparative analysis of the US, Sweden, and France, as well as interviews of news executives and editors and an original collection of industry data, this book maps and analyzes four ownership models: market, private, civil society, and public. Highlighting the effects of organizational logics, funding, and target audiences on the content of news, the authors identify both the strengths and weaknesses various forms of ownership have in facilitating journalism that meets the democratic ideals of reasoned, critical, and inclusive public debate. Ultimately, How Media Ownership Matters provides a roadmap to understanding how variable forms of ownership are shaping the future of journalism and democracy.

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  Vietnam Combat - Firefights and...

  Robin Bartlett

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  The year 1968 was arguably the most significant year of the war. It was the height of the American involvement, and because officer casualties had been so great after the Tet Offensive of January 1968, all prior officer assignments were canceled. 
   
   
   
  1st Lieutenant Robin Bartlett suddenly found himself at the "repo-depo" in Bien Hoa reassigned to the 1st Cavalry Division. The unit had more helicopter support than any other unit in Vietnam. Immediate support from artillery, helicopter gunships, and ARA was only minutes away to support a firefight. Wounded troops could be medevaced even in dense jungle using "jungle penetrators." It also meant that Bartlett's platoon could deploy through helicopter combat assaults into hot LZs (landing zones) at a moment's notice if an enemy force had been spotted. And they did. 
   
   
   
  It was with extreme anxiety that Bartlett made his way to join his battalion and company—it was the worst of times to be a platoon leader in Vietnam. Bartlett also had to cope with personal issues of commitment to a war that was rapidly losing support not only back home but among the soldiers he was leading. Fifty years later, Bartlett's vivid combat experiences are brought to light in a fast-moving, well-written, first-person narrative expressing the horror, fear, anguish, and sometimes illogical humor of that war.

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  Planting Gardens on the Moon

  Aliyah Jackson

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  Planting Gardens on the Moon is the first full length poetry collection by Aliyah Jackson. It centers around themes of depression, isolation, and the uncertainties behind the refuge in religion, spirituality and interpersonal relationships.

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