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In her new book, Debunking the 1619 Project, scholar Mary Grabar, argues against the New York Times' "1619 Project," which states that America was not founded in 1776, with a declaration of freedom and independence, but in 1619 with the introduction of African slavery into the New World.
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While some of us enjoy a lively debate with colleagues and others prefer to suppress our feelings over disagreements, we all struggle with conflict at work. Every day we navigate an office full of competing interests, clashing personalities, limited time and resources, and fragile egos. Sure, we share the same overarching goals as our colleagues, but we don't always agree on how to achieve them. We work differently. We rub each other the wrong way....
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Tormented by visions of the past, she must go back in time to ally with a handsome Highlander... Astrid Hart has turned her back on magic and time travel since the dark events of her childhood, choosing to embrace her life as a doctor in the twenty-first century. Yet when foreboding visions of the past consume her, she has no choice but to go back in time to prevent war and bloodshed. Torn between his Norse and Gaelic heritage, Domhnall will do whatever...
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She falls back through time . . . and right into the arms of a dashing Highlander... Lila Fletcher is determined to prove the strength of her magical time traveling ability to herself, her family, and her coven. But when she travels back in time to fourteenth century Scotland to contend with a malevolent foe, she must also battle an all-consuming desire for a dashing Highland laird... After losing his family to illness, Gawen MacRaild has turned his...
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Protect yourself (and maybe indulge in a little payback) with practical instructions from one of the most beloved figures of Wicca and the Neo-Pagan movement.
Hexes, curses, and other unsavory notions-most magical practitioners won't even discuss them. Why? Because they'd much rather find a positive solution that benefits all concerned. And there's nothing wrong with that. Occasionally, though, our problems are such that nothing in the positive solution...
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Trapped in the past, she must join forces with a sexy Highlander... Avery Fletcher has always relished in the freedom of her ability to travel to different times. Yet when she is forced to remain in the fourteenth century by a mysterious witch, she feels an undeniable pull toward a sexy Highlander . . . Bhaltair MacAidh has made a sacred pledge to protect his niece. He has no choice but to seek the help of a distractingly bonnie golden-haired witch...
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TAKE THE PAIN OUT OF PRESENTATIONS.
Terrified of speaking in front of a group? Or simply looking to polish your skills? No matter where you are on the spectrum, this guide will give you the confidence and the tools you need to get results.
Written by presentation expert Nancy Duarte, the HBR Guide to Persuasive Presentations will help you:
Win over tough crowds
Organize a coherent narrative
Create powerful messages and visuals
Connect with and...
9) How To Raise A Gentleman: A Civilized Guide To Helping Your Son Through His Uncivilized Childhood
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How to Raise a Gentleman is an invaluable resource for parents who hope their little boys will grow up to be the kind of men who know which fork to use, how to treat others, and will generally make their parents proud. How to Raise a Gentleman focuses on real-life topics such as: being a good sport, play dates, and - especially for boys - "personal habits: farting, belching, boogers, and scratching." The book includes: Personal stories pertaining...
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Don't let destructive drama sideline your career.
Every organization has its share of political drama: Personalities clash. Agendas compete. Turf wars erupt. But you need to work productively with your colleagues-even difficult ones-for the good of your organization and your career. How can you do that without compromising your personal values? By acknowledging that power dynamics and unwritten rules exist-and navigating them constructively.
The...
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This geeky guide (by an avowed geek) shows you the ins-and-outs of making money involved in the worlds you love to immerse yourself in or one you want to create.
Turn Your Fandom Into Cash teaches fans how to power up their own geeky businesses, harness the power of their fandom, and shield themselves against the wrath of intellectual property holders. This book will also offer real-world examples for aspiring Tony Starks and
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Around the world, populist movements are gaining traction among the white working class. Meanwhile, members of the professional elite-journalists, managers, and establishment politicians--are on the outside looking in, left to argue over the reasons. In White Working Class, Joan C. Williams, described as having "something approaching rock star status" by the New York Times, explains why so much of the elite's analysis of the white working class is...
13) Valentine's Vow
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The course of true love never did run smoothly-not when it involves a duel at dawn, a fight with a monkey, and mysterious goings-on at a séance. An unexpected encounter. Lucius Valentine has vowed to marry. Being an only son, duty and obligation weigh heavily on his shoulders. But how does a man choose a bride when his heart is devoid of emotion? Deciding on the widow, Lady Durrant, he soon realises he is not the only gentleman vying for her attention....
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Navigate downsizing and the emotions that come with it-the practical guide
Downsizing your home or possessions can be a tough project to finish-or even start. From simple logistics to complex feelings, the process can quickly overwhelm without a plan in place. Here's help organizing and accomplishing your decluttering; Downsizing: The 5-Step Method for Life Transitions Big and Small.
Written by a minimalism expert, this straightforward guide draws...
15) A Wicked Wager
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Two lonely people discover that true love doesn't have to be perfect. The gentleman makes a wager. Devlin Drake is out for revenge. Since his brother's mysterious death, the cruel and devious Miss Bromfield has taken to spouting vicious lies, spreading vile gossip-and he vows to make her pay. How better to punish the lady than to make her his wife? A lifetime of misery is what she deserves. Knowing the lady would never accept him, Devlin devises a...
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The wait for vengeance is over. When a man wakes to find himself gripping a dagger and sprawled next to a corpse, what else can he do but board a boat sailing for India? But after five years spent avoiding the hangman's noose, Hudson Lockhart has returned to England to prove himself innocent of any crime. Suspecting a family member conspired to incriminate him, Lockhart devises a plan to trap the culprit. All he needs now is someone to pretend to...
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Can a woman be smart, empowered, and happy?
Happiness has become a serious business. Where twentieth-century psychology focused on depression and illness, in the new millennium scientists have begun focusing on "positive psychology"—the study of happiness. Ariel Gore first became intrigued by this subject when she discovered that a class on positive psychology was the most popular course on the Harvard campus.
As she read deeper
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Learn the latest tips and tricks for managing your personal financial life. Personal finance is not taught in school-and the process of learning how to manage your own finances can be fraught with painful missteps. In Money Is Everything, Amanda Reaume, the author behind Millennial Personal Finance and host of the Millennial Personal Finance podcast, helps walk you through everything you need to learn to manage your money, including the best ways...
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A lady discovers that the monster of her nightmares just might be the hero of her dreams. The lady labels him a devil. Miss Lydia Lovell is on a quest for justice. For years, Lord Greystone's tenants have suffered at his hands. While he abandoned his estate to rusticate abroad, poverty and illness crippled those who depend upon him. Now Greystone has come home, and Lydia is determined to make him pay. Greystone returns for revenge. Having spent five...
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A secret aria of courage and suspense
Europe, 1937. Two British sisters: one a dowdy typist, the other a soon-to-be famous romance novelist. One shared passion for opera.
With war clouds gathering and harassment increasing, the stars of Continental opera, many of whom are Jewish, face dark futures under the boot heel of the Nazis. What can two middle-aged British spinsters do about such matters? They can form a secret cabal right under
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