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  The American Operations in WW2:...

  History U.S. Army Center of...

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  World War II was the largest and most violent armed conflict in the history of mankind. Highly relevant today, World War II has much to teach us, not only about the profession of arms, but also about military preparedness, global strategy, and combined operations in the coalition war against fascism. This book follows military operations of the US Army in the Northern France from 25 July to 14 September 1944. 
  As July 1944 entered its final week, Allied forces in Normandy faced, at least on the surface, a most discouraging situation. In the east, near Caen, the British and Canadians were making little progress against fierce German resistance. In the west, American troops were bogged down in the Norman hedgerows. These massive, square walls of earth, five feet high and topped by hedges, had been used by local farmers over the centuries to divide their fields and protect their crops and cattle from strong ocean winds. The Germans had turned these embankments into fortresses, canalizing the American advance into narrow channels, which were easily covered by antitank weapons and machine guns. The stubborn defenders were also aided by some of the worst weather seen in Normandy since the turn of the century, as incessant downpours turned country lanes into rivers of mud. By 25 July, the size of the Allied beachhead had not even come close to the dimensions that pre D-day planners had anticipated, and the slow progress revived fears in the Allied camp of a return to the static warfare of World War I. Few would have believed that, in the space of a month and a half, Allied armies would stand triumphant at the German border...

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  The Ballot and the Bible - How...

  Kaitlyn Schiess

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  "A nuanced look at America's legacy of scriptural language." —Publishers Weekly (starred review) 
   
   
   
  How do Bible passages written thousands of years ago apply to politics today? What can we learn from America's history of using the Bible in politics? How can we converse with people whose views differ from our own? 
   
   
   
  In The Ballot and the Bible, Kaitlyn Schiess explores these questions and more. She unpacks examples of how Americans have connected the Bible to politics in the past, highlighting times it was applied well and times it was egregiously misused. 
   
   
   
  Schiess combines American political history and biblical interpretation to help listeners faithfully read Scripture, talk with others about it, and apply it to contemporary political issues—and to their lives. Rather than prescribing what listeners should think about specific hot-button issues, Schiess outlines core biblical themes around power, allegiance, national identity, and more. 
   
   
   
  Listeners will be encouraged to pursue a biblical basis for their political engagement with compassion and confidence.

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  George Eliot - A Very Short...

  Juliette Atkinson

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  George Eliot pushed the boundaries of fiction and of Victorian society. She was an extraordinary woman whose unconventional life meant that she was judged harshly by family, friends, and strangers. Eliot wanted to draw attention to the feelings and motivations of ordinary people, so that we might feel more generous towards each other. But human beings are complex, and to capture that complexity Eliot drew on an astonishing range of philosophical, psychological, and scientific ideas. She hoped her work might do good, yet she was clear-eyed about the limits of both human sympathy and the novel.In this Very Short Introduction, Juliette Atkinson explores the ideas feeding Eliot's fiction and looks at the literary techniques—such as narrative voice, genre, imagery, structure, and syntax—that she used to embody them. These shape her recurrent themes: the stifling nature of gossip, the hardships experienced by commonplace individuals, the duty of practicing fellow-feeling and the difficulty of doing so. Atkinson argues that George Eliot was a social outcast who became a sage, through the creation of some of the most influential novels ever written in English.

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  Sparta: An Enthralling Overview...

  Enthralling History

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  Almost everyone has heard of the famous three hundred Spartan soldiers who stood against the Persians at Thermopylae. But did you know that Sparta was home to two kings? Or that their women had more freedom than the women of Athens?  
  The beautiful history of classical Sparta has been in the spotlight for some time now. Sometimes, it feels as if the details about this city-state are as vast as the Aegean! Before now, what has stood between you and an incredible, informative journey into Spartan antiquity were several boring pages of ambiguity. 
  If you’ve found this audiobook, then you have found everything you need to know about ancient Sparta! You will find yourself quickly pulled into vivid descriptions of the stories of Sparta. 
  In this audiobook, you will discover: 
  • The origin and foundations of ancient Sparta; 
  • The role of mythical divinity in the emergence of Sparta; 
  • Wars and conquests that helped shape Sparta’s foreign relations; 
  • The lives and times of the great kings and heroes of Sparta; 
  • The unique socio-political structure of classical and post-classical Sparta; 
  • The famous agoge and Sparta’s prestigious military; 
  • A typical day as a citizen or non-citizen living in ancient Sparta; 
  • And much, much more!

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  The Shadow Influencers - How to...

  Halbert Ward

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  Break Free From Hidden Manipulation and Toxic Influence – Reclaim Your Life and Power! 
  Do you ever feel controlled or manipulated in relationships but can't pinpoint how? 
  Have you been gaslit, guilt-tripped, or love-bombed, leaving you confused and exhausted? 
  Are you ready to eliminate toxic people from your life and regain your inner strength? 
  We've all felt it, haven't we? That sneaky feeling like someone's playing mind games with us. One minute, they're all sunshine and rainbows, and the next, we're left questioning our own sanity. Maybe it's a friend, a partner, or even someone we work with. They seem so great on the outside, but deep down, there's a hidden darkness. You try to fight it, but before you know it, you're feeling exhausted and helpless. Trust me, you're not alone. A lot of us are going through this silent battle. 
  In The Shadow Influencers, you'll learn all about the sneaky tricks these people use to control us, from gaslighting to love bombing. And the best part? You'll discover how to protect yourself from their mind games. This book is packed with tips and tricks to help you spot manipulation and break free from it. You'll regain your confidence and learn how to cut these toxic people out of your life for good. 
  Some people might believe that manipulation is harmless or something they can handle on their own. But toxic relationships drain your energy, shatter your confidence, and keep you from living your best life. The Shadow Influencers will guide you through understanding, resisting, and eliminating these harmful influences for good. Don’t let silent manipulators control your future. 
  Order your copy of The Shadow Influencers today and start taking back control of your life!

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  A History of the Middle Ages -...

  Phyllis G. Jestice

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  This fascinating guide examines of one of the most important eras in history, the Middle Ages, spanning the breadth of the globe. 
  Often misconceived as a dark 'between-time' between the ancient and modern eras, the Middle Ages was in fact a period of radical transformation. Professor of Medieval History Phyllis G. Jestice gives a fascinating overview of this incredible period across the world, bringing to life the personalities, the technologies, the politics and the culture that defined this period in the development of the world we know today. 
  Includes: 
  The rise of ChristianityThe astounding advances in the sciences and the arts in the Islamic worldHow economic powerhouses developed in Africa and powerful states arose in the AmericasHow trade flourished throughout central Asia and China in the form of the Silk RoadsThe terrifying depredations of the Mongol invasionsThe crusades and other conflicts of Europe that marked a so-called era of 'chivalry'.

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