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  Half of a Yellow Sun by...

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  Unlock the more straightforward side of Half of a Yellow Sun with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a gripping novel set against the backdrop of the Nigerian Civil War in the 1960s, when the Igbo people attempted to secede from Nigeria to found the Republic of Biafra. The novel depicts the ravages of war as seen through the eyes of a handful of mostly Igbo characters, whose personal lives become inextricably intertwined with the fate of their country. Half of a Yellow Sun won the 2007 Orange Prize for Fiction, and a film adaptation starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Thandie Newton was released in 2014. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is one of the most influential Nigerian writers active today, and has published a variety of novels, short stories and nonfiction works. Her debut novel Purple Hibiscus was longlisted for the 2004 Man Booker Prize.Find out everything you need to know about Half of a Yellow Sun in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:• A complete plot summary• Character studies• Key themes and symbols• Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

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  Frida Kahlo: A short biography -...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Frida Kahlo, Mexand painter and tragic heroine: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  पाशुपत सम्प्रदाय का उद्भव एवं...

  Dr. Satendra Kumar Mishra

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  Pashupat religion under Shaivism was adorned as the oldest sect. The emergence of Pashupat religion was virtually between sixth and fifth century BC. Its creative foundation was primarily confined to the existence of tradition as a result of traditional exchange. Firstly, the concept of Vedic Rudra-Pashupati and the rituals located in its sanctum gave the philosophical foundation of the Pashupat-sect. The influence of the non-Aryan tradition is visible on the upper sides of Pashupat-Dharma. In the third place, in the seventh-century CE, the Muni-Shravan-ideology created that atmosphere, which resulted in the origin of Pashupat-Sampradaya. The Tapasic tradition is the highest belief in the Pashupat sect, its main reason being the influence of the Muni-Shramana ideology. Hence the presentation of this conclusion seems to be justified that the Pashupat-Sampradaya was acclaimed as a byproduct of the devotional and ascetic aspect of the religious revolution that took place in the seventh century AD.

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  Grampa In Oz

  Ruth Plumly Thompson

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  Return to the wonderful world of Oz, in which King Fumbo of Ragbad loses his head in a storm and Prince Tatters, accompanied by the wise and wonderful old soldier Grampa, sets off to find the king's head, a fortune, and a princess.    With Bill, a live iron weathercock, they visit a Wizard's Garden and discover Urtha, a lovely girl made all of flowers -- and proceed to fall, swim, explode, sail, and fly above and below Oz and Ev. Grampa and Co. eventually meet Dorothy herself, traveling with a Forgetful Poet in search of the missing princess of Perhaps City who has been condemned to marry a monster!

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  Oregon Trail and the Appalachian...

  Editors Charles River

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  The westward movement of Americans in the 19th century was one of the largest and most consequential migrations in history, and among the paths that blazed west, the most well-known is the Oregon Trail, which was not a single trail but a network of paths that began at one of four “jumping off” points. The eastern section of the Oregon Trail, which followed the Missouri River through Kansas, Nebraska, and Wyoming, was shared by people traveling along the California, Bozeman, and Mormon Trails. These trails branched off at various points, and the California Trail diverged from the Oregon Trail at Fort Hall in southern Idaho. From there, the Oregon Trail moved northward, along the Snake River, then through the Blue Mountains to Fort Walla Walla. From there, travelers would cross the prairie before reaching the Methodist mission at The Dalles, which roughly marked the end of the Trail. 	As many who used the Oregon Trail described in memoirs, the West represented opportunities for adventure, independence, and fortune, and fittingly, the ever popular game named after the Oregon Trail captures that mentality and spirit by requiring players to safely move a party west to the end of the trail. 
  	The most iconic of the major American pathways is the Appalachian Trail, which completes the “triple crown” of the national hiking experience. Covering a range from central Maine to Georgia at a distance of 2,193 miles, it is the longest of the three, following the crest of the Alleghenies and Blue Ridge Mountains through 14 states. All in all, it encompasses 465,000 feet in elevation and hosts three million visitors each year for at least a part of the total distance. On an annual basis, approximately 4,000 hikers begin a south to north trek beginning at Springer Mountain, Georgia, with the goal of hiking all the way to Maine. The northerly direction is greatly preferred because of the weather.

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  The African Campaign - Battles...

  Sage Winters

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  The North African Campaign, which unfolded between 1940 and 1943, was a pivotal series of battles and military operations during World War II. Spanning vast desert landscapes, the struggle for control of North Africa became a key theatre of war, involving significant military forces from the Axis Powers—primarily Germany and Italy—and the Allied forces, including Great Britain, the United States, and various Commonwealth nations. The campaign’s significance went beyond the battles themselves; it had a profound impact on the broader strategies of World War II, shaping both the fortunes of the combatants and the postwar political landscape. 
    
  At the heart of the North African Campaign was the desert itself. The harsh conditions—extreme temperatures, limited water, and vast, featureless terrain—made it a unique battlefield where traditional warfare tactics were often less effective. The landscape dictated strategy and logistics, placing a premium on mobility and resourcefulness. The campaign saw the rise of new tactics and the introduction of novel technologies that would influence the outcome of the war. 
    
  The struggle for control of North Africa was strategically vital for several reasons. The region provided access to key shipping lanes in the Mediterranean, which were crucial for the transportation of troops and supplies between Europe and the Middle East. Additionally, North Africa was rich in natural resources, particularly oil, which became increasingly important as the war progressed. For the Axis powers, particularly Germany, securing North Africa was seen as a stepping stone toward further advances into the Middle East and the oil fields of the Caucasus. For the Allies, controlling the region was vital to prevent the Axis from gaining a foothold in the Suez Canal and threatening British colonial interests in Asia and Africa.

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