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  History of the Dominican...

  Captivating History

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  Discover the Dominican Republic: A Nation Forged from the Echoes of Its Rich History 
  Uncover the vibrant saga of triumph, tragedy, and transformation that underpins the Dominican Republic's storied past. This audiobook invites you on more than just a journey through time—it invites you to explore the soul of a nation. Beneath the sun-soaked beaches and the lively rhythm of merengue lies a land shaped by its historical crucibles. 
  Here’s what you'll discover inside:Mysteries of the Taínos and Caribs: Step back into the lives of the island’s first inhabitants and unearth the secrets of their ancient civilizations.Echoes of Conquest and Liberty: Experience the fierce battles for independence that forged the Dominican spirit and defined its quest for sovereignty.Shadows of Trujillo: Dive into the dark era of dictatorship that sculpted the Dominican identity and its enduring fight for freedom.Rise of Democracy: Witness the turbulent shifts toward modern governance and the relentless pursuit of political stability.Cultural Richness: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage that distinguishes the Dominican Republic as a unique gem in the Caribbean.Diaspora and Identity: Explore how the Dominican diaspora has reshaped the nation’s identity on a global stage, spreading its influence far beyond its shores. 
  Whether you're a history enthusiast, a cultural aficionado, or simply someone who loves compelling narratives, this audiobook promises to enrich your understanding of the Dominican Republic. 
  Don’t hesitate to explore the past that shapes the future! Add this audiobook to your cart now, and let it take you on an unforgettable journey through the Dominican Republic’s colorful and tumultuous history.

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  Trial by Treatment - Punishing...

  Mary Ellen Stitt

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  A troubling account of the unexpected impacts of treatment-based alternatives to criminal punishment.
   
  Every year, courts send hundreds of thousands of people to treatment-based programs as alternatives to traditional punishment. These alternatives—known as ‘diversion programs’—are widely celebrated as reforms that reduce the punishment of the mentally ill. But in Trial by Treatment, Mary Ellen Stitt shows that they have, in fact, expanded the reach of the criminal legal system and its power over the lives of the most vulnerable.
   
  The inner workings of diversion programs are obscure, partially by design, and data on outcomes is hard to come by. Stitt draws on two years of fieldwork in criminal courtrooms and court-mandated treatment sessions, as well as an original national dataset, in-depth interviews, and experimental survey data, to document the hidden impacts of diversion. She shows that placing mental healthcare under the control of the courts has helped to legitimize the criminalization of illness, warped treatment environments, and amplified inequalities in punishment. In vivid and humanizing detail, Trial by Treatment shows how reforms that keep power and discretion in the same hands can entrench the very problems they promised to solve.

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  Beyond the Equation: Philosophy...

  Henry J. Howes

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  "Beyond the Equation: Philosophy Meets the Universe" explores the profound intersection of human thought and the vast cosmos. This concept delves into how philosophical inquiry complements scientific discovery, pushing the boundaries of understanding existence, reality, and our place in the universe. By combining the rigor of mathematical equations with abstract reasoning and symbolic thought, it paints a picture of humanity's quest to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos. 
  The theme reflects the synergy between logic and wonder, showcasing how the universe is not just a collection of physical laws but also a canvas for contemplation, imagination, and meaning. It invites viewers to ponder deep questions: Are we mere observers, or integral parts of this cosmic equation? How do our philosophies shape the way we interpret the universe's grandeur? 
  With imagery of glowing symbols, swirling galaxies, and the serene presence of a philosopher amidst the stars, "Beyond the Equation" encapsulates the timeless pursuit of knowledge, bridging the finite and infinite, the known and the mysterious. It is a call to embrace curiosity and view the universe as an endless dialogue between science and philosophy.

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  Leveraging Latency - How the...

  Tristan A. Volpe

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  When does nuclear latency—the technical capacity to build the bomb—enable states to pursue effective coercion? 
   
   
   
  In Leveraging Latency, Tristan A. Volpe argues that having greater capacity to build weaponry doesn't translate to greater coercive advantage. Volpe finds that there is a trade-off between threatening proliferation and promising nuclear restraint. States need just enough bomb-making capacity to threaten proliferation, but not so much that it becomes too difficult for them to offer nonproliferation assurances. The boundaries of this sweet spot align with the capacity to produce the fissile material at the heart of an atomic weapon. 
   
   
   
  To test this argument, Volpe includes comparative case studies of four countries that leveraged latency against superpowers: Japan, West Germany, North Korea, and Iran. In doing so, Volpe identifies a generalizable mechanism—the threat-assurance trade-off—that explains why more power often makes compellence less likely to work. This framework illuminates how technology shapes broader bargaining dynamics and helps to refine policy options for inhibiting the spread of nuclear weapons. As nuclear technology continues to cast a shadow over the global landscape, Leveraging Latency provides a systematic assessment of its coercive utility.

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  Secrets of the Sprakkar -...

  Eliza Reid

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  For the past twelve years, the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report has ranked Iceland number one on its list of countries closing the gap in equality between men and women. What is it about Iceland that makes many women's experience there so positive? Why has their society made such meaningful progress in this ongoing battle, from electing the world's first female president to passing legislation specifically designed to help even the playing field at work and at home? And how can we learn from what Icelanders have already discovered about women's powerful place in society and how increased fairness benefits everyone? 
   
   
   
  Eliza Reid, the First Lady of Iceland, examines her adopted homeland's attitude toward women—the deep-seated cultural sense of fairness, the influence of current and historical role models, and, crucially, the areas where Iceland still has room for improvement. Reid's own experience as an immigrant from small-town Canada who never expected to become a first lady is expertly interwoven with interviews with dozens of sprakkar ("extraordinary women") to form the backbone of an illuminating discussion of what it means to move through the world as a woman, and how the rules of society play more of a role in who we view as "equal" than we may understand.

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  Bad Fat Black Girl - Notes from...

  Anônimo

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  “Sesali Bowen is poised to give Black feminism the rejuvenation it needs. Her trendsetting writing and commentary reaches across experiences and beyond respectability. I and so many Black girls still figuring out who they are in this world will gain so much from whatever she has to say.”—Charlene A. Carruthers, activist and author of Unapologetic: A Black, Queer and Feminist Mandate for Radical Movements 
  “Sesali perfectly vocalizes the inner dialogue, and daily mantras needed to be a Bad Bitch.”—Gabourey Sidibe, actor, director, and author of This is Just My Face: Try Not To Stare 
  “A powerful call for a more inclusive and 'real' feminism.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review) 
  “Bowen writes from an authentic space for Black women who are often left out of feminist conversations due to respectability politics, but who are just as deserving of the same voice and liberation.”—Booklist (starred review) 
  From funny and fearless entertainment journalist Sesali Bowen, Bad Fat Black Girl combines rule-breaking feminist theory, witty and insightful personal memoir, and cutting cultural analysis for an unforgettable, genre-defining debut. 
  Growing up on the south side of Chicago, Sesali Bowen learned early on how to hustle, stay on her toes, and champion other Black women and femmes as she navigated Blackness, queerness, fatness, friendship, poverty, sex work, and self-love.  
  Her love of trap music led her to the top of hip-hop journalism, profiling game-changing artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Lizzo, and Janelle Monae. But despite all the beauty, complexity, and general badassery she saw, Bowen found none of that nuance represented in mainstream feminism. Thus, she coined Trap Feminism, a contemporary framework that interrogates where feminism meets today's hip-hop. 
  Bad Fat Black Girl offers a new, inclusive feminism for the modern world. Weaving together searing personal essay and cultural commentary, Bowen interrogates sexism, fatphobia, and capitalism all within the context of race and hip-hop. In the process, she continues a Black feminist legacy of unmatched sheer determination and creative resilience. 
  Bad bitches: this one’s for you.

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