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  History of Marathas EP18 -...

  Vikrant Pande

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  Tipu formed a large corps of young Muslim lads whom he called his sons and now provided them with handsome young wives from the Hindu fold. These atrocities were perpetrated during the wet months of 1785. In Malabar he had converted, in one stroke, a hundred thousand Hindus to his faith. Portuguese missionaries wrote that 'he tied naked Christians and Hindus to the legs of elephants and made the elephants move around till the bodies of the helpless victims were torn to pieces.' In 1786 he declared himself emperor and had the khutba read in his name in all the mosques throughout his kingdom. His contention was that 'those idiots who introduce the name of Shah Alam in the khutba act through ignorance since the real condition of the so called emperor is this: that he is actually enslaved and a servant of the Scindia. So to pronounce the name of someone dependent on the infidels while reciting the sacred khutba was blasphemy.

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  The Revolutionary Paul Revere -...

  Joel J. Miller

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  “Quick in the saddle and fast out of town.” Watch one of America’s most remarkable heroes come alive through fast-paced prose and gripping storytelling. 
  He’s Famous for his Ride.  He’s Essential for So Much More. 
  The story of Paul Revere is the story of the American Revolution. 
  Always smack dab in the thick of things, he was an ordinary citizen living in extraordinarily turbulent times. Revere played key roles in colonial tax fights and riots, the infamous Boston Massacre, the Tea Party, the Battle of Lexington and Concord, and even the rati?cation of the U.S. Constitution. In this fast-paced, dramatic account, Paul Revere’s life pulses with energy as author Joel J. Miller explores his family and church life along with his revolutionary contribution as a spy, entrepreneur, express rider, freemason, and commercial visionary. 
  Accompanying images are included in the audiobook companion PDF download. 
  “The story of Paul Revere—a hero of Massachusetts, a hero of America—was never more timely. Nor has it ever been better told than by Joel J. Miller. The Revolutionary Paul Revere gallops along with all the drama and intrigue of a great novel, highlighting what makes Revere so essential in the story of America’s founding and its growth as a force for freedom in the world. This is a vibrant, vital, and wonderful story.” 
  ?WILLIAM J. BENNETT, Author, America: The Last Best Hope and A Century Turns

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  Ancient Mysteries and Legends -...

  John Harpoon

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  This book contains the following titles: 
  Advanced Ancient Relics 
   Journey through archaeological discoveries that challenge our understanding of ancient technological capabilities. From the precision-engineered Antikythera mechanism to the perfectly fitted stones of Puma Punku, examine artifacts that suggest our ancestors possessed knowledge and skills far beyond what conventional history recognizes. 
  True Knights Templars 
   Separate fact from fiction regarding history's most mysterious military order. Discover the authentic origins, unprecedented rise to power, and dramatic fall of the Knights Templar.  
  Tutankhamen's Curse 
   Investigate the famous "curse of the pharaohs" following the 1922 discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb. Examine the mysterious deaths connected to the expedition, the scientific explanations proposed for these events, and the ancient Egyptian beliefs regarding tomb protection. This section explores how a 3,000-year-old pharaoh's burial became one of archaeology's most enduring legends. 
  The Scariest Planets We've Ever Discovered 
   Venture beyond our solar system to explore the most terrifying exoplanets identified by modern astronomy. From worlds with rain made of molten glass and winds exceeding 5,000 mph to planets orbiting too close to their stars and those plunged in perpetual darkness, discover cosmic environments so extreme they challenge our conception of what constitutes a planet. 
  The Secret Ingredients in Your Foods 
   Uncover the hidden components in everyday foods that manufacturers rarely highlight. From artificial additives and industrial processing agents to surprising sources of common ingredients, learn what really goes into the products found on supermarket shelves.

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  Italian History - From Ancient...

  History Retold

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  Have you ever wondered how Italy's past was? 
  Do you want to travel back in time and witness the grand roman empire? 
  If so, this is for you. 
  Embark on a captivating voyage through Italy's history, from enigmatic Etruscans to modern marvels. Unveil secrets of ancient civilizations, feel Rome's grandeur, and bask in Renaissance brilliance. Witness unification and transformative triumphs, shaping Italy's role in the modern European Union. 
  This book guides you through time, revealing Italy's vibrant past. For history enthusiasts or curious travelers, it's a treasure trove illuminating Italy's remarkable journey, consisting of:Etruscan roots and Roman Empire zenith.Renaissance brilliance ignites art and thought.Unification struggle births modern Italy.World Wars' toll and resilient revival.European Union embrace, lasting influence.Culinary legacy, fashion, cinematic allure.A tapestry of old and new, Italy thrives. 
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  Black Hearts and Painted Guns -...

  Kelly Eads, Daniel S. Morgan

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  “Will give readers a feeling for what it was like to fight in the Global War on Terror and the kind of young people who stepped forward to do it.” —On Point: The Journal of Army HistoryKelly Eads joined the 101st Airborne Division soon after 9/eleven, his experience reflecting the patriotism and commitment of so many young men and women who responded to the attack. He deployed to Iraq twice with the 2nd Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment.Early in their deployment to Iraq, the 2nd Battalion brought the fight directly to the enemy by setting up patrol bases in the local areas where they lived and operated. Soon they built a reputation for themselves, becoming known to the enemy as the Black Hearts—The 502nd had been distinguished on the battlefield by black hearts on their helmets since World War II. Their Scout Platoon became known as Painted Guns due to their practice of camouflaging their rifles.During Eads’ deployments, the battalion would experience thousands of Improvised Explosive Devices and firefights. They would spend countless hours in blistering 120-degree desert heat, controlling roads and preventing enemy freedom of movement; and would dedicate months to hunting enemy mortar teams and terror cells.With the help of Dan Morgan, an Infantry officer who deployed multiple times to Iraq and Afghanistan as a commander and operations officer, Eads takes the reader on a rollercoaster of combat experiences during the hunt for the most violent terrorist in Iraq, Abū Muṣʻab Zarqāwī, bringing to life the painstaking and horrid details of combat in a sectarian war. He tells the story of the soldiers’ camaraderie, built through adversity, and the love of family that sustained them.

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  How School Makes Kids Stupid -...

  John Harpoon

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  Education is supposed to be the foundation of knowledge, personal growth, and future success. However, the modern school system has become a rigid, outdated structure that often fails to serve its true purpose. Instead of fostering curiosity, creativity, and independent thinking, it enforces memorization, conformity, and a narrow definition of intelligence. The system was designed for an industrial era that no longer exists, yet it continues to shape young minds in ways that leave them unprepared for the real world.   
  The purpose of education has shifted drastically over time. Originally, learning was a means of survival and personal development, allowing individuals to acquire skills and knowledge relevant to their environment. With the rise of industrialization, schools were structured to produce disciplined, obedient workers rather than innovative thinkers. Today, that outdated model remains largely intact. Instead of adapting to the needs of a rapidly changing world, schools continue to prioritize standardization over flexibility, forcing students into a one-size-fits-all system that often stifles their potential.  
  At the core of this broken system is an overemphasis on memorization rather than true understanding. Students are expected to absorb and regurgitate information for tests, only to forget most of it shortly after. Critical thinking and problem-solving take a backseat to rote learning, leaving students ill-equipped to navigate complex real-world challenges. The grading system further reinforces this problem, reducing learning to a numbers game where students are judged by their ability to recall facts rather than their capacity for deep thinking. 

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