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  Most Controversial Cases of the...

  Editors Charles River

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  There are few cases in American history as well known as Sacco and Vanzetti, and perhaps none of them were as controversial or socially charged as the trials against the two Italian immigrants in the early 20th century. The two avowed anarchists were ultimately tried and executed for murder and armed robbery, but the case said as much about the society trying them as it did about their guilt or innocence. Over 90 years later, there is still a heated debate over whether the two men, who arduously asserted their innocence, were actually guilty. 
  	There has been no shortage of shocking crimes and trials that generated frenzied coverage across America, but few can lay claim to “crime of the century” like the murder carried out by Nathan Leopold and Richard Loeb in 1924. While studying as young adults at the prestigious University of Chicago, Leopold and Loeb devised a meticulous plot to kidnap and murder a child while managing to get away with ransom money, thereby perpetrating what they considered a “perfect crime.” 	The crime was horrific enough, but the trial brought even more attention to the case, and it touched on several crucial issues. Both young men cited the philosophy of Friedrich Nietzsche as a motivation for attempting to commit the crime and prove they were better than the common man.   
  	On March 1, 1932, 20 month old Charles Lindbergh, Jr. was kidnapped right out of his crib from the family’s home in rural East Amwell, New Jersey, and for 10 long weeks, the nation hoped and prayed in chorus with the distraught parents for his safe return. Both Charles and his pregnant wife Anne made frequent, public pleas for their son’s safe return, while ransom negotiations took place between a self-identified kidnapper and Dr. John F. Condon, a volunteer intermediary. On April 2, the Lindbergh family paid a ransom of $50,000 in exchange for information about the child's whereabouts, but the information was false.

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  Meditation - Sounds of...

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  Ancient wisdom meets the rhythm of nature—immerse yourself in the storytelling tradition of Native American tales.
   
  Step into the mystical world of Meditation: Sounds of Thunderstorms - Native American Tales, a digital audio edition that brings the cherished legends of Indigenous cultures to life, accompanied by the deep resonance of rolling thunderstorms. These timeless stories, re-cast as children's tales in the 1920s, preserve the spirit, teachings, and magic of oral storytelling, including:
   
  Iagoo, The Story-Teller – The keeper of wisdom, weaving tales that transport listeners across time.  Shin-ge-bis Fools The North Wind – A tale of courage and cleverness, proving that a fearless heart can defy even nature’s harshest forces. ☁️ The Little Boy And Girl In The Clouds – A story of innocence, wonder, and the mysteries of the sky above.  The Child Of The Evening Star – A tale of love, destiny, and the mystical connections between earth and the heavens.  The Boy Who Snared The Sun – A powerful legend about determination and the balance of nature’s forces.  How The Summer Came – A heartwarming account of seasonal change, renewal, and hope.  Grasshopper – A delightful tale embracing the harmony of nature and the lessons of patience.  The Fairy Bride – A story of magic, transformation, and the bonds that tie us to the unseen world.
   
  •	A Sonic Journey Through Storytelling – The thunderstorms elevate every spoken word, creating a deeply immersive listening experience.
   
  •	Preserving Cultural Wisdom – These stories, passed through generations, carry lessons of respect, courage, and connection to nature.
   
  •	Ideal for Reflection & Meditation – Whether for personal growth or quiet contemplation, this edition honors the wisdom of Indigenous traditions.

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  Quiet Night Think - Poems & Essays

  Gillian Sze

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  “One function of the poet at any time is to discover by his own thought and feeling what seems to him to be poetry at that time,” writes Wallace Stevens. In Quiet Night Think, award-winning poet Gillian Sze expresses her own definition.
  		 
  During the remarkable period of early parenthood, Sze’s new maternal role urges her to contemplate her own origins, both familial and artistic. Comprised of six personal essays, poems, and a concluding long poem, Quiet Night Think takes its title from a direct translation of an eighth-century Chinese poem by Li Bai, the subject of the opening essay. Sze’s memory of reading Li Bai’s poem as a child marks the beginning of an unshakable encounter with poetry. What follows is an intimate anatomization of her particular entanglement with languages and cultures.
  		 
  In her most generically diverse book yet, Sze moves between poetry and prose, mother and writer, the lyrical and the autobiographical, all the while inviting readers to meditate with her on questions of emergence and transformation: What are you trying to be? Where does a word break off? What calls to us throughout the night?

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  American Eagles - The 101st...

  Charles Whiting

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  Of the 6,600 paratroopers of the 101st 'Screaming Eagles' Airborne Division who parachuted into France in the early hours of 6 June 1944—D-Day—some 3,500 were listed as missing by midnight that same night. Yet it was only the beginning of their 'rendezvous with destiny.' 
   
   
   
  American Eagles is the remarkable true story of the United States 101st Airborne Division. From their rigorous training in 'Old Jolly' (England) to their first operational jump in Normandy, Charles Whiting tells the story of this 'Band of Brothers', who fought, suffered, and died in the eleven-month campaign that followed. From Normandy and Holland through to the siege of Bastogne and their final triumphant capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest in the Bavarian Alps, we gain a picture of a brave elite division which kept on getting the tough assignments. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on eyewitness accounts, painstaking research, and his own youthful experiences when his regiment was under the command of 101st Airborne in Holland, Whiting delivers a powerful account of each of the 101st's major operations during the European campaign of 1944/45. He brings to life the full horrors of war while shining a spotlight on the courage and determination of the 'Screaming Eagles' and their role in the destruction of the Nazi regime in World War Two.

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  The Fall of Boris Johnson - The...

  Sebastian Payne

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  The Fall of Boris Johnson is the explosive inside account of how a prime minister lost his hold on power. Written and read by Sebastian Payne, Director of Onward and former Whitehall Editor for the Financial Times.Winner at the 2022 Parlimentary Book AwardsA New Statesman, The Times, Daily Mail and FT Book of the Year'Revelatory' - The Daily Telegraph'Delicious detail' - The TimesBoris Johnson was touted as the saviour of the country and the Conservative Party, obtaining a huge commons majority and finally 'getting Brexit done'. But, within three short years, he was deposed in disgrace and left the country in crisis.Sebastian Payne tells the essential behind-the-scenes story, charting the series of scandals that felled Johnson: from the blocked suspension of Owen Paterson, through partygate and the final death blow: the Chris Pincher allegations. This is the full narrative of the betrayals, rivalries and resignations that resulted in the dramatic Conservative coup – and set in motion those events that saw the party sink to catastrophic new lows.With unparalleled access to those who were in the room when key decisions were made, Payne tells of the miscalculations and mistakes that led to Boris Johnson’s downfall. This is a gripping and timely look at how power is gained, wielded and lost in Britain today.'Genuinely page-turning' - Andrew Marr'Entertaining and illuminating' - Tim Shipman

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  The Power of the Stars-...

  Eliza Nicholsby

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  The Power of the Stars- Eliza Nicholsbys Coincidence or destiny?Love & intimate relationships | Who, where, why on social media | Humor | Education | Aging 
  Reflect | Question | Discover 
  Unveil the mysteries of intimate relationships 
  ... and learn what the male and female zodiac signs truly desire. What are their hidden wishes and needs? What do they look for in a relationship? Which zodiac sign reigns supreme on platforms like Instagram, TikTok or Twitter, and why? What can the constellations tell us about our online personalities and behaviors?Do you believe the stars influence our love lives?Which zodiac signs are attracted to each other?Which zodiac signs fall in love quickly?Which zodiac signs take longer to fall in love?What is the love language of the zodiac signs?What kind of attraction do the different zodiac signs have for each other?What are the secrets of the male zodiac signs in intimate relationships?What are the wishes and needs of the female zodiac signs in intimate relationships?What do the male zodiac signs look for in a relationship?What do the female zodiac signs look for in a relationship?What role do the moon signs play in relationships?The influence of the zodiac signs on social media & more: A fascinating journey of discoveryWhich zodiac signs are particularly active on social media?Why are the different zodiac signs on social networks?Which zodiac signs are most active on social media?What kind of humor do the individual zodiac signs prefer?What role do the zodiac signs of teachers play in teaching style and learning success?Which zodiac signs often struggle with aging?Which zodiac signs often age more calmly?

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