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  Abortion Pills Go Global -...

  Dr. Sydney Calkin

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  A bold, unique look into the global self-managed abortion movement 
   
  Abortion pills have made safe abortion possible for millions of people around the world, even in the most restrictive circumstances. Sydney Calkin illustrates the profound, transformative promise of these pills—which are safe, effective, and responsible for a sharp decline in maternal mortality. This timely book demonstrates that the widespread practice of self-managed medication abortion makes it more difficult for countries to enforce oppressive abortion laws and less willing to do so. 
   
  Following these pills as they are manufactured and transported by feminist activists in nations from India to Ireland, Northern Ireland, Poland, and the United States, Calkin shows that their growing availability in places with restrictive laws means more people have access to self-managed healthcare. Abortion Pills Go Global looks ahead to see how the broader politics of abortion could shift in response to this global movement—one that looks not to laws for protection but to on-the-ground feminist mobilizations across borders.

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  Bad Nature - How Rat Control...

  Andrew McCumber

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  Offers insights into the social and cultural implications of humans’ relationships with rats and the natural world. Apart from the occasional pet owner who has rats, most people regard rats as disease-carrying nocturnal pests, scurrying around dumpsters and dragging slices of pizza through New York City subways. Since rats are seemingly omnipresent in human life, why do we harbor such negative feelings about them, and why are they among the creatures most frequently targeted for systematic extermination?In Bad Nature, sociologist Andrew McCumber draws out the cultural underpinnings of rat extermination across three countries and two continents. Drawing from ethnographic, interview, and textual data from the frigid prairie of Alberta, Canada; the heart of downtown Los Angeles, California; and the iconic Galápagos Islands of Ecuador, McCumber studies how humans have sought to suppress and exterminate rat populations in a variety of environmental, social, and political situations. He shows how, in these disparate locations, rat control is a social practice that draws and clarifies the spatial and symbolic boundaries between “good” and “bad” forms of nature. Rats are near the bottom of a symbolic hierarchy of species that places human life at the top, companion animals and majestic wildlife just below them, and the “invasive species” that call for systematic extermination at the very bottom. This hierarchy of living things that places rats at the bottom, McCumber argues, mirrors human systems of social inequalities and power dynamics.  Both original and engaging, Bad Nature urges readers to consider, when charting a just and sustainable future, where will the rats be placed in the worlds we envision?

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  Winning the Room - Public...

  Jonathan Pease

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  Win in every room. Cultivate an authentic connection with your audience, no matter what. Conquer your public speaking fears, learn how to be likable, how to present for work, how to give compelling pitch meetings, and how to be a person who wins through highly effective communication techniques. Winning the Room teaches public speaking skills applicable to everybody, in any situation. 
   
     
   
  Become a great public speaker with guidance from an expert. Do you get nervous before a presentation? Do you find yourself rambling and losing your point? In Winning the Room, award-winning creative and communications director, thought leader, and author Jonathan Pease (JP) uses road-tested techniques to take you on a fun, yet practical journey to becoming a fearless storyteller people buy from—emotionally and financially. 
   
   
   
  In Winning the Room, find: a tight, actionable, and memorable system for how to build trust and be great at different types of public speaking moments; how to turn nervous energy into passion and charisma that people engage with; and how to apply these skills to various settings like keynotes, pitch meetings, presentations, and everyday conversations with friends and family. If you liked Cues, Everyday Business Storytelling, or Your Story Well Told, you'll love Winning the Room.

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  Cuban Revolution - History of...

  Kelly Mass

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  Less than a decade after the Second World War, the Cuban revolution happened. It went on and off, irregularly causing riots and rebel actions, as well as tyrannical government suppression, and it all lingered on during the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States. 
    
  What was it that typified the Cuban Revolution? 
    
  Who were the players and what did they do? 
    
  Which battles were most significant? 
    
  And last but not least, what was the final result it all led to in the end? 
    
  These and many other questions will be answered in this comprehensive guide, which will give you a better understanding about the history of one of the most controversial economies on the huge island near the United States coastline.

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  The Art of War

  Sun Tzu

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  The Art of War by Sun Tzu is a timeless classic that has been referenced by military leaders and business strategists for centuries. This audiobook is the perfect way to absorb the wisdom of Sun Tzu's teachings, whether you're commuting, working out, or just looking for some inspiration.With expert narration and high-quality audio production, this audiobook will help you master the principles of strategy and warfare. You'll learn how to outthink your opponents, outmaneuver your enemies, and come out victorious in any situation.

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  Eternal Rome - The Rise and...

  P Agrawal

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Eternal Rome: The Rise and Legacy of an Empire takes readers on a captivating journey through the history of one of the most powerful and influential civilizations the world has ever known. From its legendary founding by Romulus and Remus to its rise as a mighty empire and its eventual decline, this book explores the multifaceted story of Rome's political, cultural, and military achievements, and how they continue to shape our modern world. 
  The book delves into the intricacies of Roman governance, society, warfare, and religion, while also examining the empire’s profound influence on law, architecture, literature, and philosophy. Through vivid narratives, it brings to life key moments such as the Punic Wars, the reign of Augustus, the cultural flourishing under the Pax Romana, and the eventual fall of the Western Empire in 476 CE. 
  More than a historical account, Eternal Rome explores how Rome's legacy endures through its contributions to modern languages, legal systems, infrastructure, and governance. It offers invaluable insights into the lessons we can learn from Rome’s rise, its eventual decline, and its remarkable ability to reinvent itself, particularly through the survival of the Eastern Roman Empire, later known as Byzantium. 
  A rich, thorough exploration of Rome's empire and its lasting imprint on the world, Eternal Rome is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, cultural legacy, and the timeless influence of one of history’s greatest civilizations.

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