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  Revolutionary Algorithms - A...

  Torey Akers

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  From an artist and TikTok creator, a critical look at the controversial app and its effect on cultural heritage, artificial intelligence, community organizing, and digital censorship. In Revolutionary Algorithms, Torey Akers approaches TikTok with a deep understanding of the app, as both a prolific creator and consumer of its content. In these essays, she interrogates how the TikTok ban and the multiple genocides happening around the world are deeply intertwined; how the app can empower creators, amplify social movements, and document abuses of power. She addresses the good, bad, and sometimes uncanny parts of maneuvering and communicating in a digital space.  As a new era of social media looms, Akers makes the case for techno-progressivism, looking toward a future where TikTok continues to connect, inspire, and create space for more intersectionality, equity, and joy.

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  Star Portals & Celestial...

  Various Ancient Writers, Tim...

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  What if every heartbeat were a countdown to launch beyond the stars? 
  The Star Portals & Celestial Journeys audiobook blends evocative narration with subtle cosmic ambience, escorting you through: 
  •	The Ladder of Jacob – A thunderous opening of the heavenly gate. 
  •	Ascension of Isaiah – Seven ascending key-changes of choir and chime. 
  •	Zostrianos, Paraphrase of Shem, Allogenes, Marsanes – Whispered Gnostic passwords and soaring synth drones. 
  Brief scene-setting commentaries keep you oriented without breaking immersion, making this perfect for night drives, meditation, or imaginative flights past Orion’s belt.

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  Blind Obedience and Denial - The...

  Andrew Sangster

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  "...offers a unique and valuable insight into the psychology of human beings who violate the laws of war. Anyone interested in war crimes generally and the IMT in particular should read this interesting book." — Journal of Military HistoryA revealing yet accessible examination of the Nuremberg trial, and most crucially all 23 men who stood accused, not just the most infamous—Speer, Hess, and Göring. This account sets the scene by explaining the procedures, the legal context, and the moments of hypocrisy in the Allies’ prosecution—ignoring the fact that the Katyn massacre was a Soviet crime and overlooking carpet bombing.  Author Andrew Sangster discusses how the word “Holocaust” was not used until long after the trial, probably due to Russian objection as they had lost many more people, and because the Allies generally were not innocent of anti-Semitism themselves, especially Russia and Vichy France. However, the defendants to a person immediately recognized that this was the singular issue which placed them on the steps of the gallows, and their various defenses on this charge are therefore crucial to understanding the trial. Sangster also explores how the prisoners related to one another in their approach to defending themselves on the charge of genocide and extermination camps, especially in facing the bully-boy Göring.  This new study utilizes not only the trial manuscripts, but the pre-trial interrogations, the views of the psychiatrists and psychologists, and the often-overheard conversations between prisoners—who did not know their guards spoke German—to give the fullest exploration of the defendants, their state of mind, and their attitudes towards the Third Reich, Hitler and each other as they faced judgement by the victors of the war.

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  The Ming Dynasty - Maritime...

  Jun Liu

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  The Ming Dynasty, one of China's most influential and enduring dynasties, emerged in the aftermath of the Mongol-led Yuan Dynasty’s decline. It was a period marked by great transformation, political consolidation, and cultural revival. The dynasty's establishment under Zhu Yuanzhang, later known as Emperor Hongwu, signified the restoration of Han Chinese rule and the reinforcement of Confucian governance. Through military conquest, administrative reforms, and strategic centralization of power, the Ming Dynasty laid the foundation for a strong and prosperous China. 
  The fall of the Yuan Dynasty was driven by internal corruption, economic mismanagement, and widespread discontent. Mongol rulers faced difficulties controlling the vast empire, and their reliance on foreign administrators alienated the native Chinese population. Heavy taxation and frequent natural disasters exacerbated social unrest, leading to a series of revolts across the country. Among these rebellions, the Red Turban Rebellion, a movement rooted in peasant uprisings and religious discontent, played a crucial role in undermining Yuan authority. It was within this turbulent period that Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk turned military leader, rose to prominence. His leadership and military strategies enabled him to unify rebel factions and ultimately overthrow the Mongols in 1368, marking the beginning of the Ming Dynasty. 
  Upon ascending the throne, Emperor Hongwu sought to consolidate power and rebuild a nation weakened by war and misrule. His first priority was to eliminate threats to his rule, which led to purges against those he suspected of disloyalty. To prevent a recurrence of Yuan-era administrative failures, he restructured the government, reducing the influence of court eunuchs and emphasizing Confucian ideals in governance. He also reinstated the civil service examination system, ensuring that officials were selected based on merit rather than birthright.

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  Spanish Express: 30-Day...

  Antonio Ramírez

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  Embark on a transformative linguistic adventure with "Spanish Express: 30-Day Immersion for Adult Beginners."  
  Designed to empower you from day one, this comprehensive audiobook series offers a dynamic 3-in-1 journey towards mastering Spanish conversation. 
  Unlock Conversations: Say goodbye to language barriers as you dive into a meticulously crafted curriculum focused on practical conversational skills. Whether you're ordering your favorite tapas or engaging in lively discussions with locals, Spanish Express equips you with the confidence to navigate real-world scenarios effortlessly. 
  Accelerated Learning: No more tedious grammar drills or rote memorization. With our immersive approach, you'll absorb Spanish naturally, like a native speaker. Through interactive exercises, engaging dialogues, and immersive storytelling, each lesson propels you closer to fluency in just 30 days. 
  Tailored for Adult Learners: We understand the unique challenges adult learners face. That's why "Spanish Express" prioritizes flexibility and convenience without compromising effectiveness. Whether you're juggling a busy schedule or starting from scratch, our user-friendly format ensures a seamless learning experience tailored to your pace and preferences. 
  Why Spanish Express?Efficiency: Maximize your learning potential with our proven 30-day immersion method.Relevance: Learn Spanish that's practical and applicable to real-life situations.Confidence: Build fluency from the ground up and converse with ease in any setting.Accessibility: Accessible to all, regardless of prior language learning experience.Transform your language learning journey today with "Spanish Express: 30-Day Immersion for Adult Beginners."

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  How to Interpret the Constitution

  Cass R. Sunstein

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  From New York Times bestselling author Cass Sunstein, a timely and powerful argument for rethinking how the U.S. Constitution is interpreted 
   
  The U.S. Supreme Court has eliminated the right to abortion and is revisiting other fundamental questions today—about voting rights, affirmative action, gun laws, and much more. Once-arcane theories of constitutional interpretation are profoundly affecting the lives of all Americans.  
  In this brief and urgent book, Harvard Law School professor Cass Sunstein provides a lively introduction to competing approaches to interpreting the Constitution—and argues that the only way to choose one is to ask whether it would change American life for the better or worse. If a  
  method of interpretation would eliminate the right of privacy, allow racial segregation, or obliterate free speech, it would be unacceptable for that reason. 
   
  But some Supreme Court justices are committed to “originalism,” arguing that the meaning of the Constitution is settled by how it was publicly understood when it was ratified.  
   
  Originalists insist that their approach is dictated by the Constitution. That, Sunstein argues, is a big mistake. The Constitution doesn’t contain instructions for its own interpretation.  
   
  Any approach to constitutional interpretation needs to be defended in terms of its broad effects—what it does to our rights and our institutions. It must respect those rights and institutions—and safeguard the conditions for democracy itself. 
   
  Passionate and compelling, How to Interpret the Constitution is essential reading for anyone who is concerned about how the Supreme Court is changing the rights and lives of Americans today.

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