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The essential moments of the Civil Rights Movement are set in historical context by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of the magisterial America in the King Years trilogy—Parting the Waters; Pillar of Fire; and At Canaan’s Edge.Taylor Branch, author of the Pulitzer Prize–winning America in the King Years trilogy, presents selections from his monumental work that recount the essential moments of the Civil Rights Movement. A masterpiece of storytelling on race and democracy, violence and nonviolence, The King Years delivers riveting tales of everyday heroes whose stories inspire us still. Here is the full sweep of an era that transformed America and continues to offer crucial lessons for today’s world. This vital primer amply fulfills Branch’s dedication: “For students of freedom and teachers of history.”

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A rhyming picture book about gender expression featuring parents as they dream about who their child will be.Before you were born, we all wanted to knowwho you would be and how you would grow.Nursery in pink? Or nursery in blue?Everyone always asked about you.Journey through all the colors of the rainbow as new parents introduce their baby to the endless colorful possibilities of each day. A rainbow of choices, colorful and bright. What feels best to you? Which colors are right?Who You Will Be is a joyously illustrated rhyming story about a child''s journey of self-expression and the unconditional love between parent and child. Perfect for fans of Pink Is for Boys and Julián Is a Mermaid.

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Leni Riefenstahl's Olympia (1938) is one of the most controversial films ever made. Capitalising on the success of Triumph of the Will (1935), her propaganda film for the Nazi Party, Riefenstahl secured Hitler's approval for her grandiose plans to film the 1936 Berlin Olympics. The result was a work as notorious for its politics as celebrated for its aesthetic power. This revised edition includes new material on Riefenstahl's film-making career before Olympia and her close relationship with Hitler. Taylor Downing also discusses newly-available evidence on the background to the film's production that conclusively proves that the film was directly commissioned by Hitler and funded through Goebbels's Ministry of Propaganda and not, as Riefenstahl later claimed, commissioned independently from the Nazi state by the Olympic authorities. In writing this edition, Taylor Downing has been given access to a magnificent new restoration of the original version of the film by the International Olympic Committee.

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A new series of sign-by-sign guides from contemporary astrologers. Astrology is a vital tool for understanding our place in the world and the universal forces that move us. A cosmic calling rather than a fated destiny, our astrological sign is a key to uncovering our mission here on earth. Learn about how your sign grows from child to adult, fits in at school and at work, and functions best as a friend, lover, parent, and more. In these practical and empowering guides to the zodiac signs, contemporary astrologers teach you to use this dynamic language to better understand yourself and the people around you.

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Revel in the yummy joy of Thanksgiving without the family drama. Friendsgiving is everything you love about Thanksgiving without the things you dread, like nagging family members and awkward conversations. With The Friendsgiving Cookbook, you won’t need to be a perfect host or spend days in the kitchen preparing. Instead, this easy-going cookbook will give you the insight and advice for creating a fun, unforgettable occasion, where eating and drinking with friends drama-free is top priority. Release yourself from the tension and stress that typically accompany big family gatherings by starting your own annual Friendsgiving tradition with this indispensable resource full of tantalizing recipes for Graze All Day Appetizers, Potluck Main Attractions, No Meat Sides for No Meat Friends, and an Extra-Long Dessert Spread. The 50 easy and delicious recipes include: Ooey Gooey Mozzarella Sticks Autumn Bean and Butternut Squash Minestrone Cranberry and Herb Stuffed Turkey Breast Let’s Get Mashed (mashed potatoes) Brisket Braised with Apple Cider and Thyme Don’t Kale My Chickpea Vibe Gobble, Gobble Rice and Poblanos Jokes on Pie, It’s Carrot Cake Thank You So Matcha Sponge Cake Pumpkin Spice and Chill And more! Throughout you’ll also find A Little Extra . . . but in a Good Way sidebars with tips for food prep, fun anecdotes, and helpful hints for making your Friendsgiving a super smash. Put new twists on old favorites when it comes to the festivities and the feast! With The Friendsgiving Cookbook, full-fat, stress-free, and easy-to-prepare recipes come together to create a fabulously Instagrammable meal for all your friends and chosen family this holiday.

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Time is running out for the Grand Human and Lemurian Alliance. The longer they take to prepare for their confrontations with the reptilian Grik, the Holy Dominion, and the League of Tripoli, the stronger their enemies become. Ready or not, they have to move - or the price in blood will break them. Matt Reddy and his battered old destroyer USS Walker lead the greatest army the humans and their Lemurian allies have ever assembled up the Zambezi toward the ancient Grik capital city. Standing against them is the largest, most dangerous force of Grik yet gathered. On the far side of the world, General Shinya and his Army of the Sisters are finally prepared for their long-expected assault on the mysterious El Paso del Fuego. Not only is the dreaded Dominion ready and waiting for them; they''ve formed closer, more sinister ties with the fascist League of Tripoli.

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The artist’s impact on country music and how his death changed the genre A beloved member of the country music community, David “Stringbean” Akeman found nationwide fame as a cast member of Hee Haw. The 1973 murder of Stringbean and his wife forever changed Nashville’s sense of itself. Millions of others mourned not only the slain couple but the passing of the way of life that country music had long represented. Taylor Hagood merges the story of Stringbean’s life with an account of murder and courtroom drama. Mentored by Uncle Dave Macon and Bill Monroe, Stringbean was a bridge to country’s early days. His instrumental savvy and old-time singing style drew upon a deep love for traditional country music that, along with his humor and humanity, won him the reverence of younger artists and made his violent death all the more shocking. Hagood delves into the unexpected questions and uneasy resolutions raised by the atmosphere of retribution surrounding the murder trial and recounts the redemption story that followed decades later.

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The Army That Never Was: D-Day and the Great Deception tells the remarkable story of the deceptions, hoaxes and misdirections carried out by the Allies ahead of the most pivotal moment of the Second World War - the D-Day invasion. The most audacious of these schemes aimed to convince German forces that plans to storm Normandy were a mere sideshow, and featured a fictitious army led by General Patton and furnished with hundreds of real-world dummy landing craft, tanks and aircraft. New research reveals a hidden link with Britain's film industry, as the fascinating behind-the-scenes story of this dramatic gambit is explored in detail. Full of fascinating characters from the US, Britain and Germany, this compelling and propulsive narrative explores one of the most remarkable secret campaigns of the Second World War.

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The United States Space Force has a noble mission—to protect America, to support our allies, and to support our nation’s interest as we, along with other nations, move out into the little patch of the universe that is our home system.The desire to establish a US Space Force has been around for decades, in both science fiction and in the minds of people who attempt to seriously consider what our nation needs in order to deter future wars (and if necessary, to fight and win them). As an institution, the US Space Force has gotten off to a shaky start; however, prolific space writer Taylor Dinerman has great confidence that someday soon, it will find the right leadership and eventually be emancipated from the Department of the Air Force. At that point, the institution can begin to truly serve the great cause of creating a spacefaring civilization—as it was always meant to.

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SPIES IN THE SKY is the thrilling, little-known story of the partner organisation to the famous code-breaking centre at Bletchley Park. It is the story of the daring reconnaissance pilots who took aerial photographs over Occupied Europe during the most dangerous days of the Second World War, and of the photo interpreters who invented a completely new science to analyse those pictures. They were inventive and ingenious; they pioneered the development of 3D photography and their work provided vital intelligence throughout the war.With a whole host of colourful characters at its heart, from the legendary pilot Adrian 'Warby' Warburton, who went missing while on a mission, to photo interpreters Glyn Daniel, later a famous television personality, and Winston Churchill's daughter, Sarah, SPIES IN THE SKY is compelling reading and the first full account of the story of aerial photography and the intelligence gleaned from it in nearly fifty years.

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Muchas personas pasan innumerables horas usando productos de belleza dañinos, caros e inútiles, para mantener su piel. Pero hay una mejor manera: el ácido hialurónico puede mantener la piel radiante y también beneficia las articulaciones, todo ello sin l

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Through a series of practices aimed at strengthening key dimensions of self-care, from feeling at home in your body to tapping into the wisdom that already lives within you, Taylor Elyse Morrison, founder of the lifestyle brand Inner Workout, guides you to discover what "self-care" truly means and cultivate a dynamic relationship with your whole being. "Inner Workout offers ease and accessibility when it comes to transforming our thoughts around how we take care of ourselves. Required reading!" -Alexandra Elle, author of After the Rain and How We Heal Caring for yourself is essential. But we need both direction and intention if we want to find out what we truly need in the moment. This is where Inner Workout comes in: first by redefining what self-care truly is and then by diving deep into areas where you might need some help (like body positivity, burnout, brain fog, self-confidence, and more), offering a variety of practices, prompts, and actionable advice to strengthen your connection to each aspect of yourself. Think of this book as a choose your own self-care adventure. Take the Take Care Assessment and find out which practices you deeply need right now. Flip to a section that resonates with you. Or read through each chapter to discover what each dimension of care can offer you. This book isn't meant to change who you are; it will strengthen the wisdom you already have within. Whether you're new to self-care or want to deepen the connection you've cultivated with yourself, this book is here for you at every step of your self-care journey.

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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn HugoNamed “Best Book of the Summer” by Glamour * Good Housekeeping * Cosmopolitan * PopSugar * Bustle * Goodreads From the acclaimed author of Forever, Interrupted and After I Do comes a breathtaking novel about a young woman whose fate hinges on the choice she makes after bumping into an old flame; in alternating chapters, we see two possible scenarios unfold—with stunningly different results. At the age of twenty-nine, Hannah Martin still has no idea what she wants to do with her life. She has lived in six different cities and held countless meaningless jobs since graduating college. On the heels of leaving yet another city, Hannah moves back to her hometown of Los Angeles and takes up residence in her best friend Gabby’s guestroom. Shortly after getting back to town, Hannah goes out to a bar one night with Gabby and meets up with her high school boyfriend, Ethan. Just after midnight, Gabby asks Hannah if she’s ready to go. A moment later, Ethan offers to give her a ride later if she wants to stay. Hannah hesitates. What happens if she leaves with Gabby? What happens if she leaves with Ethan? In concurrent storylines, Hannah lives out the effects of each decision. Quickly, these parallel universes develop into radically different stories with large-scale consequences for Hannah, as well as the people around her. As the two alternate realities run their course, Maybe in Another Life raises questions about fate and true love: Is anything meant to be? How much in our life is determined by chance? And perhaps, most compellingly: Is there such a thing as a soul mate? Hannah believes there is. And, in both worlds, she believes she’s found him.

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