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  The American Film Institute's 5...

  Editors Charles River

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  In 1999, the American Film Institute released its list of the 50 greatest Hollywood stars of the 20th century, and selecting the best actors out of the bunch was certainly a tall task. The competition was so stacked that men like Gary Cooper and John Wayne were not even among the Top 10. So who were the Top 5 men selected by the AFI? 
  One man has long been considered the greatest male star. From the time he first became a leading man, Humphrey Bogart’s screen image has resonated with viewers more than perhaps any other actor. His persona as a tough guy who manages to maintain his sense of virtue no matter how compromising the situation features in some of the most famous films ever made, including Casablanca (1942), The Maltese Falcon (1941), and Key Largo (1949). 
  Movie stars are revered for their ability to captivate audiences, and perhaps no actor has done it as well as Cary Grant, the epitome of the suave, debonair actor who may have been rivaled only by dancer extraordinaire Fred Astaire. The films in which Astaire acted may not be especially famous in their own right, but Astaire’s dancing prowess left a lasting impact. 
  If the list was reconstructed today, it is entirely possible that Jimmy Stewart would rank first. Not only have movies such as It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) and Vertigo (1958) continued to gain in popularity even into the 21st century, but Stewart has come to embody an accessible image of American values that is easy for everyone to embrace. 
  Over the course of his long, prolific career, Marlon Brando was considered perhaps the greatest actor of the 20th century as well as one of the most complicated and misunderstood. Uniquely able to be both emotionally charged and technically constrained in the same performance, he single-handedly changed the direction of not only the American style of acting, influencing successors such as Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and even Johnny Depp, but the acting profession on a global scale.

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  CS Lewis For Beginners

  Louis Markos

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  C.S. Lewis For Beginners is a thorough examination of C. S. Lewis, the greatest Christian apologist of the twentieth century, throughout his career as an author and as a professor at Oxford University. A Christian apologist defends Christianity as a consistent and coherent worldview that squares with human reason, history, and desire. It offers answers to every facet of our lives on earth as well as answers to our questions about what happens after we die. What makes C.S. Lewis unique as an apologist is the way he balanced so perfectly reason and imagination, logic and intuition, and head and heart. In addition to writing such non-fiction apologetics books as Mere Christianity, The Problem of Pain, and Miracles, he wrote eleven novels: the seven Chronicles of Narnia, a trilogy of science-fiction adventures, and a haunting retelling of an old myth set in the ancient world. All eleven tell wonderful, captivating stories that stand on their own as fiction but that also support and bring to life the kinds of apologetical arguments he makes in his non-fiction. He also wrote two utterly unique works of fiction, The Screwtape Letters and The Great Divorce, that offer a fresh, highly original take on sin and temptation, angels and devils, and heaven and hell. And that’s not all. Lewis the apologist and novelist had a day job. He was a celebrated English professor at Oxford, and then Cambridge, University who wrote works of literary criticism that are still famous today. C.S. Lewis For Beginners takes the reader through the wardrobe of his complete catalog of writing.

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  The Resurrection of a Poetic...

  Davis Truman

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  Get ready to be blown away by "The Resurrection of a Poetic Revolutionary: A Journey into the Power of Tupac Shakur's Words and Influence!" This book is your passport to an extraordinary exploration of the life, artistry, and unyielding spirit of one of music's most influential figures. Inside these pages, we dive deep into the profound impact of Tupac's words, dissecting the genius behind his poetic verses. We'll unravel the layers of his persona, celebrating his brilliance as a poet and revolutionary. 
  But that's not all! Join us as we navigate the landscapes of activism and advocacy, immersing ourselves in Tupac's unapologetic fight for social justice. We'll uncover the controversies, legal battles, and his unwavering commitment to positive change. No stone is left unturned from the East Coast-West Coast rivalry to his enduring legacy. We'll explore the impact of his posthumous releases, keeping his memory alive and inspiring new generations. 
  "The Resurrection of a Poetic Revolutionary" is not just a book. It's an invitation to rediscover the fire within you. Tupac's words will resonate in your soul, igniting a passion for making a difference. So grab a seat, buckle up, and get ready for an electrifying journey through the life and legacy of Tupac Shakur. Welcome to the world of "The Resurrection of a Poetic Revolutionary!" Let's embark on this unforgettable adventure together.

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  The Way to Wealth

  Benjamin Franklin

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  The Way to Wealth is a treasury of the wisdom and values that can lead you to financial security. Franklin refines his maxims and homilies in order to make them more subtle and sophisticated. As a successful author, inventor, scientist, statesman and one of the Founding Fathers of America, he exemplifies the emerging American nation. This book will teach you how to start a business, make money and save for the future. 
  Some phrases quoted in The Way to Wealth include: "There are no gains, without pains”, "One today is worth two tomorrows”, "A life of leisure and a life of laziness are two things”, "Get what you can and what you get hold”, "Sloth, like rust, consumes faster than labor wears, while the used key is always bright”, "Have you somewhat to do tomorrow, do it today”, "The eye of a master will do more work than both his hands”, "Early to bed, and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise"

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  Women Who Wear Only Themselves -...

  Arundhathi Subramaniam

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  In this inspiring book of divine discovery, poet and seeker Arundhathi Subramaniam gives us a glimpse into the lives of four self-contained, unapologetic female spiritual travelers. 
  “Among the finest pieces of spiritual truth-telling literature I have ever read … A book to savor and celebrate.”—Mirabai Starr, author of Wild Mercy and Ordinary Mysticism 
  “As the pages turn, one feels a growing sense of shared humanity, even kinship, with these extraordinary practitioners of the sacred.”—Tim Parks, author of Teach Us to Sit Still: A Skeptic’s Search for Health and Healing 
  In life, spiritual paths are often as unique as we are. Bringing together the voices of four women mystics walking very different spiritual paths, poet Arundhathi Subramaniam reveals the expansive potential of forging an intimate, personal connection with the divine. We'll meet these four travelers:Sri Annapurani Amma, who left the safety of home to follow the summons of a long-dead saint and chooses to live naked,Balarishi Vishwashirasini, a nada yoga teacher who became a guru as a child and admits she's missed out on a real childhood,Lata Mani, who discovered tantra after a major accident left her with a brain injury and today talks of how the spiritual life is deeply anchored in the wisdom of the body—not unlike the redwood trees of her adopted home, andMaa Karpoori, who needed to resist pressure to marry, and found her calling in a local yoga class and now radiates fierce independence and the contagious joy of living. 
  Sensitive, insightful, and lyrical, Women Who Wear Only Themselves bathes us in the kind of mystery that feels deeply familiar and invites us to connect with whatever sparks our spiritual fire.

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  Sheribaby - A Little Girl's Big...

  Sharon Gordon

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  Sheribaby is a captivating and insightful look at post-independence Jamaica through the eyes of a sharp, outspoken young girl. Set between 1969 and 1975, the novel explores themes of classism, political identity, family, and cultural traditions with authenticity and depth.Blending nostalgia with social commentary, Sheribaby offers a vivid portrayal of Jamaican history while telling a universally relatable story of personal growth and change. It's an immersive read that will resonate with those familiar with the Jamaican diaspora, but its themes are timeless and will appeal to a wide audience.At its core, Sheribaby is about a little girl with a big voice—one that leaves a lasting impact.

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