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  Brave

  Anónimo

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  ""My life, as you will read, has taken me from one cult to another. BRAVE is the story of how I fought my way out of these cults and reclaimed my life. I want to help you do the same."" -Rose McGowan 
  A revealing memoir and empowering manifesto – A voice for generations 
  Rose McGowan was born in one cult and came of age in another, more visible cult: Hollywood. 
  In a strange world where she was continually on display, stardom soon became a personal nightmare of constant exposure and sexualization. Rose escaped into the world of her mind, something she had done as a child, and into high-profile relationships. Every detail of her personal life became public, and the realities of an inherently sexist industry emerged with every script, role, public appearance, and magazine cover. The Hollywood machine packaged her as a sexualized bombshell, hijacking her image and identity and marketing them for profit. 
  Hollywood expected Rose to be silent and cooperative and to stay the path. Instead, she rebelled and asserted her true identity and voice. She reemerged unscripted, courageous, victorious, angry, smart, fierce, unapologetic, controversial, and real as f*ck. 
   
  BRAVE is her raw, honest, and poignant memoir/manifesto—a no-holds-barred, pull-no-punches account of the rise of a millennial icon, fearless activist, and unstoppable force for change who is determined to expose the truth about the entertainment industry, dismantle the concept of fame, shine a light on a multibillion-dollar business built on systemic misogyny, and empower people everywhere to wake up and be BRAVE. 
  Includes two original songs by Rose McGowan.

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  On Compromise

  Rachel Greenwald Smith

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  On Compromise is an argument against contemporary liberal society’s tendency to view compromise as an unalloyed good—politically, ethically, and artistically. In a series of clear, convincing essays, Rachel Greenwald Smith discusses the dangers of thinking about compromise as an end, rather than as a means. To illustrate her points, she recounts her stint in a band as a bass player, fighting with her bandmates about “what the song wants,” and then moves outward to Bikini Kill and the Riot Grrrl movement, the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Poetry magazine, the resurgence of fascism, and other wide-ranging topics.Smith’s arguments are complex and yet have a simplicity to them, as she writes in a concise, cogent style that is eminently readable. By weaving examples drawn from literature, music, and other art forms with political theory and first-person anecdotes, she shows the problems of compromise in action. And even as Smith demonstrates the many ways that late capitalism demands individual compromise, she also holds out hope for the possibility of lasting change through collective action. Closing with a piercing discussion of the uncompromising nature of the COVID-19 pandemic and how global protests against racism and police brutality after the murder of George Floyd point to a new future, On Compromise is a necessary and vital book for our time.

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  Franz Schubert: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Franz Schubert, Austrian composer: Life and works in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  Hope and Healing - Black...

  Jr. John Silvanus Wilson

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  In Hope and Healing, former Morehouse College president John Silvanus Wilson, Jr. looks to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to examine what it takes not only to survive as a relevant institution of higher education, but to thrive. Wilson draws on pivotal moments in the timelines of HBCUs and the work of past visionaries to yield important perspectives on the future of higher education and the role of HBCUs within it. 
   
   
    
  Wilson documents the strengths of HBCUs, which endure even as factors such as school desegregation, enrollment shifts, and fundraising shortages have deeply affected their operation. These schools have long optimized institutional character, and he encourages their leaders to similarly optimize institutional capital. Wilson emphasizes the indispensable role of educational finance in keeping schools viable and vital to education, discussing funding approaches. Wilson's asset-based framework reveals pathways for all higher education institutions to invest in their long-term futures. 
   
   
    
  Suffused with optimism, the book credits HBCUs as exemplars that consistently demonstrate how all colleges and universities can marshal their institutional resources to shape better citizens, foster civic literacy, and work toward a better tomorrow.

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  Mythology 5 Books in 1 - Tales...

  Adam Andino

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  Mythology 5 Books in 1: Tales from Greek, Roman, Norse, Celtic, and Egyptian Mythology 
  Unveil the intricate web of ancient civilizations with this 5-book collection 
  Journey through an expansive tapestry of myths, legends, and histories with this definitive collection of five of the world's most enthralling mythologies. This bundle contains 5 different books, paired together at a greatly discounted price! Included are books detailing Greek, Roman, Norse, Celtic, and Egyptian Mythologies. 
  What Awaits Within This Collection:Greek Mythology: Embark on adventures atop Mount Olympus, delve into the passionate tales of gods and mortals, and uncover the narratives that form the backbone of Western lore.Roman Mythology: Navigate the alleys of ancient Rome, where deities and mortals lived side by side, and explore the legends that bolstered an empire.Norse Mythology: Voyage with the fearless Viking seafarers, engage with the deities of Valhalla, and immerse yourself in sagas of giants, legendary heroes, and world-ending prophecies.Celtic Mythology: Wander the enchanted forests of old Europe, engage with the bewitching fairy folk, and interpret the legends that once held sway over the Celtic lands.Egyptian Mythology: Traverse the golden sands of Egypt, unearth the mysteries of the pyramids, and be enraptured by tales of deities, magic, and the quest for eternity. 
  Embark on a timeless voyage that spans cultures, eras, and worlds. The "Mythology 5 Book Bundle" beckons readers to experience stories that have inspired, entertained, and imparted wisdom for countless generations. 
  Begin Your Mythological Odyssey With This Collection Today!

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  A Nation of Moochers - America's...

  Charles J. Sykes

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  We have experienced a shift in American character: we've become a nation of moochers. Increasingly dependent on the efforts of others over our own, Americans are free to freeload. From the corporate bailouts on Wall Street to the alarming increases in personal default and dependency, from questionable tax exemptions to enormous pension, healthcare, and other entitlement costs, the new moocher culture cuts across lines of class, race, and private and public sectors. And the millions that plan and behave sensibly, only to bail out the profligate? They're angry.Charles Sykes' argument is not against compassion or legitimate charity, but targets the new moocher culture, in which self-reliance and personal responsibility have given way to mass grasping after handouts. A Nation of Moochers is a persuasively argued and entertaining rallying cry for Americans who are tired of playing by the rules and paying for those who don't.

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