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  Safavid Empire - The Giant...

  Kelly Mass

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  The Safavid Empire, often referred to as Safavid Iran or Safavid Persia, stands out as one of the most influential Iranian empires following the Muslim conquest of Persia in the 7th century. Ruling from 1501 to 1736, the Safavid dynasty is regarded as the catalyst for modern Iranian history and is recognized as one of the prominent gunpowder empires of its time. A pivotal moment in Muslim history, the Safavid rulers established the Twelver school of Shia Islam as the empire's official religion, which fundamentally shaped the spiritual and political landscape of Iran. 
  The origins of the Safavid dynasty can be traced back to a Sufi order founded in the Azerbaijani city of Ardabil. Initially a spiritual movement, the Safavid order transformed into a formidable political force. The dynasty, which had Kurdish Iranian roots, became increasingly Turkified through intermarriages with various ethnic groups, including Turkoman, Georgian, Circassian, and Pontic Greek officials. As a result, the Safavid leaders became Turkish-speaking and culturally integrated into the diverse milieu of the region.

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  Darkwater

  William Edward Burghardt DuBois

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  "Darkwater: Voices from Within the Veil" is a book written by William Edward Burghardt Du Bois, an American sociologist, historian, civil rights activist, and writer. The book was first published in 1920 and is a collection of essays, poems, and sketches that reflect on the experiences of African Americans in the United States. 
  The title of the book, "Darkwater," refers to the "veil" that Du Bois believes separates African Americans from white Americans. This veil is a metaphor for the racial divide in American society and the ways in which black people are excluded from full participation in American life. 
  The essays in "Darkwater" cover a wide range of topics, including the history of slavery and the Jim Crow era, the role of religion in African American communities, the relationship between black people and the natural world, and the struggles of black women. The book also includes several personal essays in which Du Bois reflects on his own experiences as a black man in America. 
  "Darkwater" is considered a groundbreaking work in African American literature and is widely regarded as one of Du Bois's most important books. The themes and ideas explored in the book continue to be relevant today and have influenced generations of writers and activists.

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  Principal in Balance - Leading...

  Jessica M. Cabeen

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  Reports of burnout, stress, and compassion fatigue are on the rise. Healthy leaders who learn balance can create motivation, confidence, quality collaboration, and enthusiasm among staff and other stakeholders. Principal in Balance offers principals strategies and tools to take more ownership of their lives at work and home, so everyone in the K–12 educational community can thrive. 
   
   
   
  Nationally distinguished principal and author Jessica Cabeen shows you how to navigate leading at work and having a fulfilling life. Throughout the book, you gain actionable points to help you set achievable goals, find time to accomplish them, and have time to enjoy rest at home. You'll learn to better meet the needs of your administration, staff, parents, and students using intentional and creative actions without sacrificing yourself. 
   
   
   
  ● Learn to balance work and life to create higher productivity 
   
   
   
  ● Gain proven tips for successful goal setting, staff retention, and student learning 
   
   
   
  ● Make intentional space in your daily life for self-care and permission to rest 
   
   
   
  Principal in Balance offers a practical, timely approach by a school leader for school leaders to cultivate work/life balance.

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  Chinese Civil War - Nationalists...

  Daniel Wrinn

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  The Chinese Civil War was a decades-long battle between the Nationalists and Communists that not only reshaped China but also sent shockwaves across the world. 
  In this compelling audiobook, you'll be guided through the war’s pivotal early battles, the devastating impact of the Japanese invasion during World War II, and the final confrontation that forced Chiang Kai-shek to retreat to Taiwan. Through concise yet thorough narration, you'll explore the ideologies, strategies, and global consequences of this monumental conflict, which became a defining moment in Cold War history. 
  In this audiobook, you will discover:The political and social upheaval that led to the fall of the Qing Dynasty.The rise of the Kuomintang and the Chinese Communist Party.The Long March and Mao Zedong’s rise to power.The impact of foreign intervention from Japan, the Soviet Union, and the United States.The decisive battles and the founding of the People’s Republic of China.The enduring impact on global politics, particularly the tension between China and Taiwan. 
  Whether you're a history enthusiast or curious about the complex forces that shaped modern China, this audiobook provides an insightful journey through a conflict that continues to shape global relations today.

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  On Privacy - Twenty Lessons to...

  Lawrence Cappello

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  This short, powerful book provides practical advice on how to protect yourself in the information age. Living today means most of us must contend with things like workplace surveillance, cyberstalking, ransomware attacks, and facial recognition. But it's not too late to protect our privacy. Written in blunt, jargon-free prose, On Privacy defines today’s privacy landscape while also reminding readers of the joys of keeping things to ourselves—that privacy creates space for intimacy, is essential to mental health, and is a fundamental right in a free society.  Explored among the book's lessons are concepts like: .The Nothing-to-Hide Trap .How we become prisoners of our recorded past .The ways small data points about us can paint revealing pictures .How Big Brother is in fact real .Why we should insist on privacy by design .How to make ensuring privacy something that is profitable.  Each lesson ends with advice on how to talk about a given aspect of privacy and how to take actionable steps to safeguard yourself. On Privacy is small book with a big message about why privacy matters, who profits by invading it, and how best to defend yours in easy, everyday ways.

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  On Benefits

  Lucius Annaeus Seneca

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  In 'On Benefits', Seneca delves into the art of giving and receiving, crafting a timeless discourse on the ethics of generosity. Lucid and profound, this treatise examines not just the act, but the intent behind kindness, and the bonds it forms or breaks within society. Seneca’s exploration extends to gratitude, its importance, and its challenges, making this work a philosophical gem on the nuances of benevolence and its reverberating effects on human connections and moral obligations.

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