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  Sea of Troubles - The European...

  Ian Rutledge

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  In the mid-eighteenth century, most of the Mediterranean coastline and its hinterlands were controlled by the Ottoman Empire, a vast Islamic power regarded by Christian Europe with awe and fear. By the end of the First World War, however, this great civilisation had been completely subjugated, and its territories occupied by European powers. Sea of Troubles is the definitive account of the European conquest of the Levant and North Africa over three centuries. Ian Rutledge reveals the intense imperial rivalry between six European powers - Britain, France, Italy, Spain, Austria-Hungary and Russia - who all jostled for control of the trade, lands and wealth of the Islamic Mediterranean. The competition between these states made their conquest a far more difficult and extended task than they encountered elsewhere in the world. Yet, as new contenders entered the contest, and as rivalries intensified in the early twentieth century, events would spiral out of control as the continent headed towards the First World War.

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  Grit: The Power of Passion and...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, by Angela Duckworth.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Angela Duckworth.
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  In Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, Angela Duckworth, delves into the fascinating and vital concept of grit, a unique blend of passion and perseverance that drives individuals to achieve their long-term goals. Through a compelling combination of personal anecdotes, scientific research, and insightful case studies, the book explores how grit can be cultivated both from within and through external influences. Divided into three parts, the book examines what grit is and why it matters, how to grow grit from the inside out through interest, practice, purpose, and hope, and how to foster grit from the outside in via parenting, educational environments, and cultural influences. Grit provides a roadmap for anyone looking to develop the resilience and determination needed to succeed, offering practical strategies and inspiring stories that encourage readers to embrace grit as a fundamental aspect of their personal and professional lives.

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  Speed Reading People - Speed...

  Mike Cold

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  Do you want to effortlessly analyze people just by observing their body language? Boost your career by understanding personality types and communication styles? Protect yourself from manipulation and hidden agendas? 
  Mastering the art of reading people has been a valuable skill for millennia. Originally used for physical safety, it's now essential for navigating the complexities of modern life. Whether you want to avoid toxic relationships, build stronger connections, or excel in your career, understanding human behavior is key. Speed Reading People is your comprehensive guide to deciphering the hidden language of people. 
  This book dives deep into:Understanding Yourself FirstDecoding Personality TypesThe Power of Non-Verbal CuesUnveiling Human QualitiesCommunicating with ConfidenceProtecting Yourself from Dark Psychology 
  By equipping yourself with this knowledge, you'll be able to:Analyze people quickly and effectivelyBuild stronger, more meaningful relationshipsBoost your social skills and communication confidenceNavigate complex social situations with easeAdvance your career and business opportunities 
  Equip yourself with invaluable insights to decode others' intentions, shield against manipulation, and sidestep gaslighting tactics. Elevate your social acumen and gain profound insights into the minds of others.Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your interpersonal skills and safeguard your well-being. Get your copy now and unlock the secrets of human behavior!

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  Mortimer and the Witches - A...

  Marie Carter

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  Under the pseudonym Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B., humor writer Mortimer Thomson went undercover to investigate and report on the fortune tellers of New York City's tenements and slums. When his articles were published in 1858, they catalyzed a series of arrests that scandalized and delighted the public. In Mortimer and the Witches, author Marie Carter examines the lives of these marginalized fortune tellers while detailing Mortimer Thomson's peculiar and complicated biography. 
   
   
   
  Nineteenth-century fortune tellers offered their clients answers to all questions in astrology, love, and law matters. Yet Doesticks saw them as the worst of the worst. His investigative reporting aimed to stop unsuspecting young women from seeking the corrupt soothsaying advice of these so-called clairvoyants and to expose the absurd predictions of these "witches." 
   
   
   
  Carter views these stories of working-class, immigrant women with more depth than Doesticks's mocking articles. She presents them as three-dimensional figures rather than the caricatures. 
   
   
   
  Mortimer and the Witches offers new insight into the neglected histories of working-class fortune tellers and the creative ways that they tried to make a living.

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  Churchill's German Special...

  Paul Moorcraft

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  The existence of German-speaking units fighting for the Allied cause during WW2 has remained largely a well-kept secret. But seventy-five years on these units' contribution to victory needs to be fully acknowledged. 
   
   
   
  Prime Minister Winston Churchill had no qualms about using native German speakers from Austria, Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Germany itself. The majority were Jews who had fled persecution. 
   
   
   
  Two examples of these secret units were X Troop Commandos and the Special Interrogation Group. 
   
   
   
  The SIG men deserve their legendary status. They fought, and often died, wearing Wehmacht uniform. As this book reveals that, after infiltrating Field Marshal Rommel's Afrika Korps, one detachment even drew Nazi pay. Once the existence of SIG units became known, their immediate execution on capture was ordered, unless their temporary reprieve would reveal intelligence under torture. 
   
   
   
  We learn how Churchill's initiative was copied by both Americans and Russians. 
   
   
   
  Post-war SIG and X Troop survivors joined British special forces or were used to hunt down Nazi war criminals. 
   
   
   
  All this and more is covered in this groundbreaking book by a writer who is both a leading historian and foreign correspondent.

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  The Russian Famine of 1921-1922...

  Sarah Willards

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  The Russian Famine of 1921-1922 did not occur in isolation; it was the result of a complex set of conditions that had been building over several years, particularly following the immense strain caused by World War I and the subsequent Russian Revolution. In the years leading up to the famine, the Russian Empire had been subjected to a series of crises, both external and internal, that would lead to an agricultural disaster of unprecedented proportions. 
  World War I, which had raged from 1914 to 1918, devastated Russia. The country’s military and civilian populations were ravaged by the conflict, and the war placed immense pressure on the economy. Agriculture, which was the backbone of Russia’s economy, was particularly affected. Many of the country’s able-bodied men had been conscripted into the army, leaving the fields untended and the production of food drastically reduced. Additionally, the war led to widespread shortages of basic supplies such as fuel, equipment, and fertilizers. The agricultural sector, already fragile, was further crippled by the lack of resources, leaving the country’s population vulnerable to the consequences of famine. 
  The Russian Revolution of 1917, which brought the Bolsheviks to power, intensified the situation. The overthrow of the Romanov dynasty and the subsequent civil war between the Red and White factions created further instability. The Bolsheviks, under the leadership of Vladimir Lenin, implemented policies that would have significant implications for food production. War Communism, introduced as an emergency measure, included grain requisitioning from the peasantry to supply the Red Army and urban centers. However, these policies were deeply unpopular and led to widespread resentment. The forced seizure of grain and foodstuffs left many rural areas without enough resources to sustain their own populations, further exacerbating food shortages.

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