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  The Art Of War - Complete Text...

  Sun Tzu, Lionel Giles

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  The Art of War, translated by Lionel Giles, is a timeless classic of military strategy and philosophy, offering profound insights that extend far beyond the battlefield. Attributed to the ancient Chinese general Sun Tzu, this work distills centuries of warfare wisdom into thirteen concise chapters that explore tactics, leadership, discipline, and the psychology of conflict. Lionel Giles’ celebrated translation, first published in 1910, remains one of the most respected English versions, notable for its clarity, scholarly commentary, and elegant prose. Whether studied as a historical artifact, a guide to strategic thinking, or a manual for personal or professional development, The Art of War continues to influence leaders, thinkers, and readers around the world.

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  Exit West by Mohsin Hamid (Book...

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  Unlock the more straightforward side of Exit West with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!
  This engaging summary presents an analysis of Exit West by Mohsin Hamid, which imagines a world where doors can instantly transport people across the globe. The novel focuses on Saeed and Nadia, who are fleeing civil war in their native country and use the doors to travel to new countries, where the inhabitants' responses range from violent nativist riots to official clampdowns to acceptance and integration. Mohsin Hamid is a Pakistani writer and brand consultant. He is known in particular for his novels The Reluctant Fundamentalist, which was shortlisted for the 2007 Man Booker Prize, and Exit West, which was shortlisted for the 2017 Man Booker Prize and was named one of the New York Times' 10 Best Books of 2017.
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  Hotel Goodbyes

  Stephen Jon Thompson

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  Stephen Jon Thompson was just nine years old when his mother said goodbye to him and his four younger siblings in a motel room in Reno, Nevada in January 1980. In Hotel Goodbyes, Stephen tells his incredible, gripping life story and how his mother may have abandoned him, but she also gave him a gift, the gift of a better life.

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  Chile's Economic Journey - From...

  Anya Solace

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  Chile’s economic history is a complex tale of growth, struggle, and transformation, reflecting the broader trajectory of Latin America. From its colonial roots to its modern-day status as one of South America’s most stable economies, Chile has undergone significant changes, shaped by internal dynamics and global forces. This chapter provides an overview of Chile’s economic evolution, emphasizing the historical context that has influenced its development. 
  The story begins with the Spanish colonization of Chile in the 16th century. During the colonial period, the economy was primarily centered around the extraction of natural resources, particularly silver and gold, though these industries were not as developed as in other parts of Latin America. Instead, Chile’s economic foundation rested on agriculture, particularly the production of crops such as wheat and the raising of livestock. The Spanish settlers also introduced a feudal landholding system, which entrenched social hierarchies that persisted long after independence. 
  Chile's path to independence in the early 19th century marked the beginning of its economic transition. As the country sought to build its identity and self-sufficiency, early economic policies focused on fostering local industries. However, the nation faced significant challenges, including political instability, internal conflicts, and a lack of infrastructure. These early years were marked by attempts to diversify the economy, but Chile's reliance on agriculture, particularly wheat exports, continued to dominate.

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  The Abolitionist’s Journal -...

  James D. Richardson

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  Over the course of more than twenty years, James D. Richardson and his wife, Lori, retraced the steps of his ancestor, George Richardson (1824–1911), across nine states, uncovering letters, diaries, and more memoirs hidden away. Their journey brought them to the brink of the racial divide in America, revealing how his great-great-grandfather Richardson played a role in the Underground Railroad, served as a chaplain to a Black Union regiment in the Civil War, and founded a college in Texas for the formerly enslaved. 
   
   
   
  In narrating this compelling life, The Abolitionist's Journal explores the weight of the past as well as the pull of one's ancestral history. The author raises questions about why this fervent commitment to the emancipation of African Americans was nearly forgotten by his family, exploring the racial attitudes in the author's upbringing and the ingrained racism that still plagues our nation today. 
   
   
   
  As America confronts a generational reckoning on race, these important perspectives add a layer to our larger national story.

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  My Mother's Murder - A...

  Gina McGavin, Jane Hamilton

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  A 35-year-old unsolved murder. Mary’s murder gripped the town of Partick for years after her death. 
   
   
  A cold case reawakened because of the Daily Record with women at the heart of it. The victim, the daughter, the detective, the forensic scientist, the reporter. 
   
   
  For 35 years Gina McGavin hunted for her mother’s killer. 
   
   
  Mary McLaughlin’s senseless brutal murder ignited in Gina a deep sense of injustice and an insatiable need to seek the truth about her death. 
   
   
  The two women had only just begun to work on their broken relationship with Gina finding ways to forgive her mother for abandoning the family home when Gina was just two years old. Now she felt abandoned again and it awakened in her an obsessive quest that would overshadow her whole life. 
   
   
  Gina unravels family secrets and revelations about her mother as she began to suspect that some close to her knew more about Mary’s murder than they were letting on. 
   
   
  She puts family members on the spot and rakes over every detail she can find to not only lead her to a killer but to understand who her mother was and why she abandoned her family. 
   
   
  Gina delves into potential suspects, discovers shocking details about her family and explores how her mother’s death has impacted her own life, her marriage, her relationships and when the case is finally solved by police, it leaves Gina with unanswered questions. She doesn’t believe the man convicted acted alone. 
   
   
  This is the extraordinary journey of a daughter’s search for truth and justice for the mother she never really knew.

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