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  Agnes Finnie - The Witch of the...

  Mary Craig

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  Witchcraft holds a continued fascination for readers around the world, and the Scottish witch hunts have recently received renewed media attention, especially with the BBC 2 show Lucy Worsley Investigates, bringing attention to Edinburgh's witches.
  
  Expert Mary Craig explores the unusual story of Agnes Finnie, a middle class shopkeeper who lived in the tenements of Edinburgh. After arrest, most witches were tried within a matter of days but not Agnes. Her unusual case took months with weeks of deliberation of the jury. Mary explains why and gives her expert insight into the political and religious tensions that led to her burning.
  
  The book will interest a variety of readers, academics and non-academics alike – those interested in witchcraft, British and Scottish history, religious studies and women's studies.
  Mary Craig works as a historian with museums, archives and schools and hosts regular, well-attended events on the subject of witchcraft in the Scottish Borders. We expect strong media coverage. The Witches of Scotland campaign has recently gained traction and the attention of first minister Nicola Sturgeon, calling for a pardon and apology to those accused during the witch hunts.

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  The Indonesian Famine of...

  Sarah Willards

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  The conclusion of World War II marked a pivotal turning point in Indonesia’s history. As the Japanese forces surrendered in August 1945, the vacuum left behind in their wake exposed the fragility of colonial and wartime institutions. Indonesia, long under Dutch colonial rule and occupied by Japan since 1942, was suddenly thrust into a state of political and administrative chaos. The power void that followed the Japanese capitulation was quickly filled by nationalist fervor, culminating in the proclamation of Indonesian independence on August 17, 1945. However, the declaration did not result in immediate recognition or control. Instead, the country found itself caught between competing powers and clashing agendas. 
  The collapse of Japanese administrative structures left the newly proclaimed Republic of Indonesia struggling to assert its legitimacy. Republican leaders, including Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta, faced the monumental task of organizing a new government while also managing the fallout of war. Meanwhile, Dutch authorities, with Allied support, sought to re-establish their colonial presence. This led to violent confrontations and widespread instability, as various factions—including local militias, former Japanese-trained troops, and returning colonial forces—vied for control over towns, supply routes, and administrative posts. 
  The disintegration of centralized governance had far-reaching consequences. Essential services, including food distribution and public health, were severely disrupted. The chaos was further compounded by a breakdown in communication lines and transportation infrastructure, much of which had been damaged during the war or repurposed by occupying forces. With no clear authority in many regions, local leaders and grassroots organizations were left to manage crises as best they could, often with limited resources and no coordination.

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  Goose Green - The decisive...

  Nigel Ely

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  *As featured in the landmark BBC2 documentary Our Falklands War: A Frontline Story*Published to mark the fortieth anniversary of the Falklands war'There was a time when we did extraordinary things.' On 28 May 1982, 450 men of the 2nd Battalion, the Parachute  Regiment - 2 Para - went into action to retake the settlement of  Goose Green on East Falkland, where more than 1,000 Argentine  soldiers were holding 119 Falkland Islanders - men, women,  children and one baby - in squalid conditions. Forty years on, Goose Green is still the biggest and bloodiest  battle the British Army has fought in modern times. This book  is the living narrative of the battle told by the very men who  fought it; not just the soldiers of 2 Para, but also the SAS, the  Royal Navy and Merchant Navy, and others, in more than a hundred exclusive and untold personal accounts.Some are extremely funny, some touching, and some heart-breaking. All were recorded face to face, the speakers' own  words adding a gritty authenticity to each account and  conveying the confusion and terror of battle, as well as the courage and selflessness of men in action.  Goose Green is a book that goes beyond the official histories and the many memoirs to bring to life the first and, as it turned  out, the decisive battle of this country's outstanding campaign  to retake the Falkland Islands from a foreign invader. This is a true story of a great victory against all the odds, told by the men who fought it.

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  The Right Stuff for Guys - A...

  Andrew Bradshaw

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  In truth, life can be tough for a young modern man like yourself. With the rapid development of technology, a potential lack of opportunities and role models, plus all the other stresses that your early adult years can bring. 
  With the right support, guidance, and life skills, you can grow and thrive. The Right Stuff for Guys is a simple guide to important life lessons and skills for the young modern man. 
    
  Believe me, I know first hand just how difficult life can be as a younger man, and I dread to think how many mistakes I have made along the way. It has been those very mistakes that have helped me learn and grow, and now I want to share with you everything I know to ensure your path to success and happiness is as quick and easy as possible. 
    
  In this eight-part book, I am sharing the insights and information needed to acquire valuable life skills early, get a leg up on your peers, and lay the foundations to achieve your desired success. 
    
  Inside The Right Stuff for Guys, you'll discover: 
  - How faith can help you think about your future. 
  - Ways to enhance your family relationships and confidence and achieve freedom. 
  - Feel-good strategies for taking care of yourself, having fun, and enjoying life. 
  - Tips for maintaining a mental and emotional balance. 
  - Navigating your finances and building financial literacy. 
    
  Its time to say goodbye to feeling lost and alone and hello to a much stronger foundation to achieve your dreams.

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  Off the Mark - How Grades...

  Ethan L. Hutt, Jack Schneider

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  Anyone who has ever crammed for a test, capitulated to a grade-grubbing student, or fretted over a child's report card knows that the way we assess student learning in American schools is freighted with unintended consequences. As experts agree, our primary assessment technologies—grading, rating, and ranking—don't actually provide an accurate picture of how students are doing in school. Worse, they distort student and educator behavior in ways that undermine learning and exacerbate inequality. Yet despite widespread dissatisfaction, grades, test scores, and transcripts remain the currency of the realm. 
   
   
   
  In Off the Mark, Jack Schneider and Ethan Hutt explain how we got into this predicament, why we remain beholden to outmoded forms of assessment, and what we can do to change course. They offer a range of practical reforms, like embracing multiple measures of performance and making the so-called permanent record "overwritable." As they explain, we can remake our approach in ways that better advance the three purposes that assessment currently serves: motivating students to learn, communicating meaningful information about what young people know and can do, and synchronizing an otherwise fragmented educational system. Off the Mark is a guide for everyone who wants to ensure that assessment serves the fundamental goal of education—helping students learn.

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  The Secrets of the Cold War –...

  Logan Powell

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  The Cold War was more than just a standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union—it was a battle fought in the shadows. From top-secret spy missions to global propaganda campaigns, the struggle for power shaped the modern world in ways still felt today. 
  This audiobook uncovers the hidden world of espionage, double agents, nuclear threats, and psychological warfare. Learn about the CIA vs. KGB, the Berlin Wall, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the secret operations that defined an era of fear and suspicion. 
  The Secrets of the Cold War – Spies, Propaganda, and Power is a must-listen for history lovers, intelligence enthusiasts, and those fascinated by the real-life intrigue of global power struggles.

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