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  Edinburgh: The Autobiography

  Alan Taylor

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  From one of the earliest mentions of its name in the sixth century to the Covid lockdowns of the twenty-first, this is a magnificent portrait of one of the world's great cities in its many iterations, from 'Edinburgh, the sink of abomination' to the Athens of the North and everything – including the home of the Enlightenment, the Festival City, the Aids Capital of Europe and a Mecca for tourists seeking tartan tat – in between.
  As the nation's capital it has been critical to its progress and a witness to epochal events, such the tumultuous reign of Mary, Queen of Scots, the Reformation, the Forty-Five rebellion, the Disruption of the Church of Scotland and the reconvening of the Scottish Parliament. All of these and more feature. But this is not simply a book about the great and good, the famous and infamous. There is testimony aplenty from ordinary folk who may not have made their mark on history but who have contributed to Edinburgh's ever-expanding tapestry.
  There are stories of body snatching and murder, drunkenness and drug-taking, sex and shopping, as well rants against inclement weather and the city council.

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  The Mentally Fit Leader -...

  Dr Julie Rowse

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  Are you a leader who is questioning whether all the stress and exhaustion is worth it? 
  You work hard. You are motivated and driven. You have a clear vision and use your energy and enthusiasm to spur others on. Yet on the inside, you are exhausted and drained.  
  All the missed lunch breaks, lack of sleep, and long hours of work are taking their toll and it’s time to do something about this before it’s too late.  
  YOU are your most important asset.  
  When you put yourself first and prioritise your own mental health, you are more productive, perform better, and will be happier. 
  This book will help you to:understand the additional stressors that come with any leadership role;develop practical strategies that can help you to not just manage, but to thrive;incorporate simple and effective mental health and wellbeing strategies into your everyday performance; and use your leadership position to promote and support a mentally healthy workplace and team. 
  This book is for those in leadership positions who are often perceived as being able to ‘do it all’ but, being human, that’s just not possible! 
  By learning how to maintain good mental health and wellbeing, you will feel better and function more effectively at home and work.

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  Love Does Not Conquer All - And...

  Peter Mutabazi, Mark Tabb

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  Whether a child has been in a loving and supportive home from day one or has been bounced from one house to another in the foster care system, parenting them is messy. A former street kid, Peter Mutabazi knows what it feels like to grow up in a world where love, caring, and kindness are nowhere to be found. But as the adoptive father of three and a foster dad to more than forty children, he also knows what a difference it makes when a child experiences the positive influence of an attentive and loving parent. 
   
   
   
  In this honest and hopeful book, Peter shares surprising lessons he has learned during his unique parenting adventure, including how to 
   
   
   
  ● parent children for who they are rather than for who you want them to be 
   
   
   
  ● look beyond problem behaviors to find their root causes 
   
   
   
  ● love children who do not want your love 
   
   
   
  ● understand your own scars and turn them into understanding and healing for your children 
   
   
   
  No matter what your parenting journey has entailed, you will find wisdom, encouragement, and practical instruction in this book.

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  Niccolò Machiavelli - The Prince...

  Hector Davidson

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  Niccolò Machiavelli, the Renaissance political thinker and diplomat, remains one of the most influential figures in political philosophy, and his ideas continue to shape modern discussions on leadership, power, and governance. His most famous work, The Prince, has long been recognized as a manual for rulers navigating the complexities of political life, emphasizing pragmatic strategies over idealistic visions of statecraft. In the centuries since its publication, Machiavelli’s work has both captivated and provoked scholars, politicians, and leaders, and his theories remain as relevant today as when they were first written. 
  At the heart of Machiavelli's philosophy is his focus on the practical realities of political power. Unlike many political theorists who are concerned with how politics should be ideally structured, Machiavelli emphasized how politics actually works. The Prince offers rulers advice on how to secure and maintain power, often advocating methods that defy traditional moral or ethical considerations. His famous assertion that “the ends justify the means” has become synonymous with political maneuvering that prioritizes results over values, positioning him as both a realist and a controversial figure in political thought. 
  Machiavelli’s impact extends beyond just the realm of politics. His ideas on leadership, human nature, and the strategic use of power have influenced not only political theory but also military strategy, business practices, and even popular culture. His work on statecraft speaks to a deep understanding of human behavior, and his insights into the manipulation of public perception, the nature of fear and loyalty, and the balancing of power dynamics have resonated across various disciplines. Whether used to guide national leadership or inform business strategy, Machiavellian principles are often invoked when discussing tactics for navigating complex, power-driven environments.

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  Rare Recording of J Robert...

  J. Robert Oppenheimer

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  Julius Robert Oppenheimer (April 22, 1904 - February 18, 1967) was an American theoretical physicist and director of the Los Alamos Laboratory during World War II. He is often credited as the "father of the atomic bomb" for his role in organizing the Manhattan Project, the research and development undertaking that created the first nuclear weapons.

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  Courage and Complicity - Moral...

  CLAUDETTE Languedoc

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  In August, 1947, Mary Brock boarded a train in Toronto. She was headed for the wilds of Northwestern Ontario and a teaching job at an Indian Residential School. Her family was horrified.At the end of her first day of teaching, Mary was horrified too. This was not the exciting adventure she had imagined. But Mary wasn't one to give up, and buoyed by her ideals and her pragmatism, she kept showing up.She lasted the academic year but when she boarded the train for home, she knew she had failed in every way that mattered. The ideals she had come with had shattered on her classroom floor, and a big piece of her heart, lay buried behind a small log cabin in the woods.Sixty years later, two unexpected gifts forced Mary to take a second look back and a more hopeful look forward. Maybe her ideals weren't so naive after all.

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