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  Thanks for Your Service - The...

  Peter D. Feaver

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  A definitive study on the decades-long run of high public confidence in the military and why it may rest on some shaky foundations. 
   
   
   
  What explains the high levels of public confidence in the US military and does high confidence matter? In Thanks for Your Service, the eminent civil-military relations scholar Peter D. Feaver addresses this question and focuses on what it means for the military. Proprietary survey data show that confidence is partly based on public beliefs about the military's high competence, adherence to high professional ethics, and a determination to stand apart from the bitter divisions of partisan politics. However, as Feaver argues, confidence is also shaped by a partisan gap and by social desirability bias, the idea that some individuals express confidence in the military because they believe that is the socially approved attitude to hold. Not only does Feaver help us understand how and why the public has confidence in the military, but he also exposes problems that policymakers need to be aware of. Specifically, this book traces how confidence in the institution shapes public attitudes on the use of force and may not always reinforce best practices in democratic civil-military relations.

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  Facing and Overcoming...

  Andrei Nedelcu

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  Discover How to Say ‘No’ to Your Significant Others Without “Losing Their Love” 
  Do you ever feel neglected and used when your efforts aren't acknowledged? 
  You try your best to fix other people's problems with everything you have, whether it's your time, money, or resources, because you've been doing it your whole life, and you're used to it. 
  You hardly say no to helping people because if you do, you feel incredibly guilty, and you don't want to "lose their love." You're always coming to the rescue, and you sacrifice yourself over and over again. 
  Codependency is the "need to be needed." It's needing other people to need you. 
  Being needed and valued by your loved ones is essential and healthy, but here's when it can become a problem: 
  When it drives most of your decisions, behaviors, and you're only comfortable in relationships where you feel like the person can't live without you, this is where things start to become unhealthy. 
  In Facing and Overcoming Codependency, here is just a fraction of what you will discover:Why being a people-pleaser can create several problems in your relationships and how you can stop being oneHow to stop saying yes to everything when, in fact, your heart and mind say noThe ICAR procedure to combat depression, anxiety, anger, and other problems you may be facing from being codependentHow to redefine your mindset with confidence and get back the freedom you deserveHow to stop denying your own needs and feeling ashamed when you dare to think about themThe tools and strategies you need to move towards codependence recovery 
  And much more. 
  Your happiness and personal needs are just as important as everyone else's — take care of them!If you don't take action, nothing will ever change. Confront your codependency today by scrolling up and clicking the "Add to Cart" button now.

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  Conversational Phrases Danish...

  DanishClass101.com, Innovative...

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  Are you trying to learn Danish…but having trouble speaking?
   
  Do you struggle coming up with your own Danish sentences?
   
  Are you tired of not understanding how Danish grammar works?
   
  
   
  If you answered yes to any of these questions, …
   
  
   
  ...then the Conversational Phrases Audiobook, Level 1 - Absolute Beginner is for you!
   
  
   
  In this beginner-level Audiobook, you will master over 25 common sentence patterns across 25 simple lessons. By the end, you’ll be able to ask common questions and answer them in your own way, all while acquiring over 100 Danish words. 
   
  
   
  Most importantly, you’ll be able to have real conversations in various social situations.
   
  
   
  How, you may ask? Each lesson introduces a new conversation reflecting a real-world situation, including casual chats between friends as well as dialogues in more formal settings. Learning is made easy with three simple steps:
   
  
   
  1. Get familiar: First, you get a sample conversation and its translation.
   
  2. Understand: Then, we explain an underlying sentence pattern, so you can grasp the grammar and actually understand how the Danish works.
   
  3. Practice: Lastly, you create your own responses… and start speaking Danish!
   
  
   
  Lessons in this audiobook include:
   
  - Going Sightseeing
   
  - Going to a Restaurant
   
  - Giving Directions
   
  - Going to the Movies
   
  - Renting an Apartment
   
  And much more!
   
  
   
  Conversational Phrases Audiobook, Level 1 - Absolute Beginner contains:
   
  - 25 Lessons 
   
  - 4 Hours+ of Content
   
  - 1 Core Pattern Per Lesson
   
  - 100+ Danish Vocabulary Words
   
  - 28 Page Accompanying PDF eBook
   
  
   
  Download the PDF and read along

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  Persian Wars and the Punic Wars...

  Editors Charles River

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  The Ancient Greeks have long been considered the forefathers of modern Western civilization, but the Golden Age of Athens and the spread of Greek influence across much of the known world only occurred due to one of the most crucial battles of antiquity: the Battle of Marathon. In 491 B.C., following a successful invasion of Thrace over the Hellespont, the Persian emperor Darius sent envoys to the main Greek city-states, including Sparta and Athens, demanding tokens of earth and water as symbols of submission, but Darius didn’t exactly get the reply he sought. According to Herodotus in his famous Histories, “Xerxes however had not sent to Athens or to Sparta heralds to demand the gift of earth, and for this reason, namely because at the former time when Dareios had sent for this very purpose, the one people threw the men who made the demand into the pit and the others into a well, and bade them take from thence earth and water and bear them to the king.”  
  In the wake of Thermopylae, the Athenians watched in horror as Xerxes’ troops plundered the defenseless city, set it aflame, and razed the Acropolis. However, the Athenians remained belligerent, in part because according to the oracle at Delphi, “only the wooden wall shall save you.” Indeed, this would prove true when Themistocles managed to lure the Persian fleet into the straits of Salamis.  
  Although the Romans gained the upper hand in the wake of the First Punic War, Hannibal brought the Romans to their knees for over a decade during the Second Punic War. While military historians are still amazed that he was able to maintain his army in Italy near Rome for nearly 15 years, scholars are still puzzled over some of his decisions, including why he never attempted to march on Rome in the first place. After the serious threat Hannibal posed during the Second Punic War, the Romans didn’t wait much longer to take the fight to the Carthaginians in the Third Punic War.

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  Lesbians - Where are we now?

  Julie Bindel

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  'Bracing, nourishing and wonderfully pro-woman'Victoria Smith, author of Hags
  'A big-hearted, infuriating, clever and highly entertaining read, just like the woman who wrote it' Kathleen Stock, author of Material Girls
  'Personal, passionate memoir-cum-cultural commentary' New Statesman
  'Excellent ... Discursive and engaging' Susanna Rustin, author of Sexed: A History of British Feminism
  What does it mean to be a lesbian now? Has the quest for lesbian liberation stalled, and if so, why?
  Part-memoir, part frontline reportage and part cultural commentary, Julie Bindel examines what defines lesbian culture, love, friendship and happiness today. She distinguishes the particular challenges facing lesbians from the very different experiences of gay men, and asks: why do lesbians so often seem to face particular hostility? Comparing past attitudes to today, she argues that lesbians continue to suffer from bigotry and discrimination because sexism and enforced gendered roles are still left unchallenged. She explores why many of the biggest assaults on lesbian freedom and wellbeing around the world now come, not just from conservatives, but also from so-called progressives, who are often antagonistic to lesbians organising and socialising autonomously.
  Rooted in her own remarkable story, this personal and passionate book is both an investigation into the obstacles to lesbian flourishing, and a testament to the particular delights of being a lesbian.

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  Don't die

  Seun Alabi

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  "Don't Die" is not just a title; it is a powerful call to action, a reminder that life is a journey worth fighting for, no matter the trials we face.  
  In a world filled with challenges, uncertainties, and obstacles that can sometimes feel insurmountable, the message of resilience and survival becomes more crucial than ever. 
  As we navigate through the complexities of our existence be it in our personal relationships, professional endeavors, or our internal battles with self-doubt and fear we often encounter moments that test our will to persevere. This book serves as a beacon of hope and a guide for those who find themselves at a crossroads, unsure of how to move forward. It challenges us to confront our fears, to embrace our vulnerabilities, and to discover the strength that resides within us all. 
  Through compelling stories, practical advice, and heartfelt reflections, "Don't Die" invites readers to explore the depths of their own experiences and to recognize the power of resilience. Each chapter is a step towards understanding that the journey of life is not about avoiding hardship, but about learning to thrive in spite of it. The lessons within these pages resonate with anyone who has ever felt lost, hopeless, or on the brink of giving up. 
  In a society that often glorifies success and perfection, this book acknowledges the beauty in imperfection and the importance of nurturing our mental and emotional well-being. It empowers us to seek support, to lean on one another, and to foster a community that values empathy and understanding.

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