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  Silenced: The shocking true...

  Rosie Lewis

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  A family with a dark secret. 
  A child who refuses to speak. 
  Rosie must help her before it’s too late. 
  Nine-year-old Caitlin has a secret, but she cannot tell anyone about it. When her mother is sectioned under the Mental Health Act she and her three siblings have to go and live with her grandmother Julie and grandad Ryan. 
  Caitlin finds her new living conditions challenging: cat poo on the carpet, rubbish everywhere and the constant stare of her grandad – she retreats more and more into herself. 
  When foster carer Rosie Lewis meets Caitlin she knows something is deeply wrong with this little girl, who is withdrawn, afraid and refuses to speak. Rosie decides to take her in, but Caitlin’s silence continues, and Rosie knows she must act. 
  Why is Caitlin so afraid to speak? 
  Could it be that the family has a dark secret? 
  One that is so shocking it can no longer be hidden? 
  Rosie Lewis, the Sunday Times bestselling author, delves deep into the psychology of a child suffering from abuse, painting a vivid picture of the struggle within. The memoirs of her work with Caitlin, a child on the autism spectrum, are both personal and heart-wrenching, making this autobiography a bestseller. 
  For fans of Maggie Hartley (Battered, Broken, Healed), Linda Watson-Brown (Don't Say A Word), Veronica Clark (Snatched), Torey L. Hayden (The Invisible Girl), and Katy Weitz (The Girl for the Job). 
  HarperCollins 2022

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  Radical Antiquity - Free Love...

  Christopher B. Zeichmann

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  When you think of Ancient Greece and Rome, what do you see? The Acropolis and the Colosseum? Perhaps the philosophy of Plato and Aristotle and the rule of the Caesars? Or the birth of democracy and the vast reach of an empire? This well-trodden history of great thinkers, military leaders, and early state formation in the classical world still enthralls us, but it tells only half the story . . . 
   
  How democratic was Athenian democracy? How much power did states wield beyond their city walls? And who looked upon the systems of domination that prevailed and sought to create something different? 
  Radical Antiquity takes you on a unique journey in search of anarchy, statelessness, and social experimentation in the Graeco-Roman world. Sweeping across the Mediterranean from the time of the first Olympic Games in 776 BCE until the emergence of Islam in 610 CE, Christopher B. Zeichmann introduces the listener to communities of escaped enslaved people, pirates, and religious sects—all of whom sought a more egalitarian way of life that avoided the coercion, hierarchy, and exploitation of the state. This history from below brings the experiences of ordinary and marginal people out of obscurity and radically expands our understanding of social and political life in the classical world.

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  Logic of Collective Action The:...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Logic of Collective Action, by Mancur Olson.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mancur Olson.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  The Logic of Collective Action is a groundbreaking exploration of the paradoxical dynamics behind group behavior. This influential work dissects how individuals, acting in their own self-interest, often fail to act collectively—even when it benefits the entire group. From labor unions to environmental movements, the book reveals why smaller, more focused groups often achieve their goals, while larger groups face significant obstacles. Blending economic theory, sociology, and political science, this analysis provides a compelling framework for understanding cooperation, free-riding, and the challenges of organizing collective efforts. A must-read for anyone seeking to comprehend the forces shaping social, political, and economic groups.

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  Tank Warfare on the Eastern...

  Robert A. Forczyk

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  The German panzer armies that swept into the Soviet Union in 1941 were an undefeated force that had honed their skill in combined arms warfare to a fine edge. The Germans focused their panzers and tactical air support at points on the battlefield defined as Schwerpunkt—main effort—to smash through any defensive line and then advance to envelope their adversaries. 
   
   
   
  Initially, these methods worked well in the early days of Operation Barbarossa and the tank forces of the Red Army suffered defeat after defeat. Although badly mauled in the opening battles, the Red Army's tank forces did not succumb to the German armored onslaught and German planning and logistical deficiencies led to over-extension and failure in 1941. In the second year of the invasion, the Germans directed their Schwerpunkt toward the Volga and the Caucasus and again achieved some degree of success, but the Red Army had grown much stronger and by November 1942, the Soviets were able to turn the tables at Stalingrad. 
   
   
   
  Robert Forczyk's incisive study offers fresh insight into how the two most powerful mechanized armies of WWII developed their tactics and weaponry during the early years of the Russo-German War. He uses German, Russian, and English sources to provide the first comprehensive overview and analysis of armored warfare from the German and Soviet perspectives.

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  The American Transportation...

  Aaron W. Marrs

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  In the first half of the nineteenth century, transportation in the United States underwent an extraordinary transformation. In The American Transportation Revolution, Aaron W. Marrs explores the cultural influence of steamboats and railroads, which fascinated Americans across the country. 
   
   
   
  Demonstrating the wide cultural reach of steam transit, Marrs draws from an eclectic set of sources, including children's books, comic almanacs, musical works, sermons, etiquette guides, cartoons, and employee rulebooks. This rich tapestry of cultural production helped "naturalize" steam technology for Americans before they ever encountered steam transit in person. Before ever seeing a railroad, Americans could read a novel that took place on a railroad, see an image of a train on currency, or purchase piano music imitating a train. These cultural artifacts made these new forms of transport feel familiar and natural. 
   
   
   
  Marrs examines how cultural norms about travel emerged through the prescriptions of etiquette authors and the actions of travelers themselves, how enslaved people made innovative use of transportation networks to escape from slavery, and much more. Marrs convincingly demonstrates steam transportation's broad cultural impact on the United States, and how Americans, in turn, imprinted their own meaning on this new technology.

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  Chasing The Bet - Gambling...

  Brian Gibson

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  Are you or someone you love caught in the endless cycle of placing "just one more bet"? 
  Gambling addiction is a silent struggle—one that destroys relationships, drains finances, and leaves behind a trail of emotional wreckage. Despite increasing awareness, compulsive gambling remains widely misunderstood, often disguised as "bad luck" or "lack of willpower." But what if the problem isn't just the behavior but the psychology behind it? 
  Chasing The Bet dives deep into the hidden forces that drive compulsive gambling and what it really takes to break free. 
  Whether you're battling this addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or seeking a deeper understanding of human behavior, this book offers clear, research-backed insight into the why behind the addiction and, more importantly, the how behind recovery. 
  Inside this book, you'll discover: 
  •	Why gambling activates the same brain pathways as drugs and alcohol 
  •	The psychological traps that keep people hooked, even after devastating losses 
  •	The role of shame, secrecy, and stress in relapse cycles 
  •	How to identify key triggers and replace harmful habits with healthy coping mechanisms 
  •	Evidence-based treatments that actually work (and why some don't) 
  •	Personal stories from those who've faced the addiction and come out stronger 
  Don't let another bet steal your peace of mind. 
  Buy Chasing The Bet today and start your journey to freedom.

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