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  Early Indian Empires -...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The history of early Indian empires is a fascinating story of conquest, governance, and cultural transformation. Over centuries, three powerful dynasties—the Maurya, Satavahana, and Gupta Empires—laid the foundations of Indian civilization, shaping its political, economic, and social structures.  
  The Maurya Empire, established by Chandragupta Maurya, was the first large-scale empire to unify much of the Indian subcontinent, creating a highly organized administrative system.  
  Under Ashoka, the empire saw a shift from military expansion to the promotion of Buddhism and moral governance. Following the Mauryas, the Satavahana Empire emerged as a vital force in the Deccan, maintaining stability through a blend of military strength and trade dominance. They controlled key routes linking northern and southern India, facilitating cultural and commercial exchanges.  
  Later, the Gupta Empire brought about a golden age of Indian history, marked by advancements in science, mathematics, literature, and the arts. Their reign saw the revival of Hindu traditions alongside continued Buddhist and Jain influences. Together, these three empires set the stage for India’s rich historical and cultural legacy, influencing the region for centuries to come.

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  The Pocket Book of Plato - A...

  Michael Moore

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  Keep the philosophies of Plato in your pocket with this handy guide to Plato's key ideas. 
   
  The ancient Greek philosopher Plato is perhaps the single most important figure in the history of philosophy, who has influenced countless thinkers throughout the centuries. This indispensable volume distils Plato's key ideas into easily accessible chunks. Featuring Plato's ruminations about love, politics, morality and more, The Pocket Book of Plato provides an ideal introduction to one of the world's great thinkers. 
   
  ABOUT THE SERIES: With the Arcturus Pocket Ideas series, you can keep incredible ideas at your fingertips. Written in a digestible style with expert authors, these editions introduce some of the most brilliant minds in history and the concepts that made them world-famous. 

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  A Soldier in the Cockpit - From...

  Ron Pottinger

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  In this WWII memoir, a British rifleman turned fighter pilot recounts his frontline experiences, both on ground and in the skies. Ron Pottinger served his country through the entirety of the Second World War. Assigned to the infantry in 1939, he soon became a rifleman in the Royal Fusiliers. Later, he was able to transfer to the Royal Air Force, where he began flying the 7.5-ton Hawker Typhoon.   In A Soldier in the Cockpit, Pottinger recounts dozens of dangerous ground attack missions, flying over occupied Europe through bad weather, heavy flak, and enemy fighters. Though he was eventually shot down and taken prisoner, he survived to tell his tale.

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  The Dean - Memoirs & Missives

  Sparky Reardon

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  Sparky Reardon — who dedicated 36 years to his alma mater, the University of Mississippi — was a witness to the best, and worst, of times at Ole Miss. Reardon engaged with every facet of campus life, navigating the wild and unpredictable situations sparked by students (and, at times, by visitors). Reardon found himself in the midst of campus crises where he facilitated the university family through tragedy and loss (some involved student casualties); he navigated intricate battles for freedom of expression on campus (including confrontations with the Ku Klux Klan and loony street preachers); he gently guided students (and sometimes administrators and politicians) through complex judicial issues; and he had a rare, insider’s view of the evolution of Oxford, Mississippi, from a quiet college town to a vibrant cultural hub. In The Dean, Sparky lays bare the joys and hardships of what he describes as “the best job in America.” In 1968, Reardon enrolled at Ole Miss with an eye on law school. Two years later, his plans shifted. Summoned to the dean’s office to account for his role as social chairman in breaking university rules, Reardon experienced a pivotal moment of clarity. As Reardon remembered, “It might have been the result of one of our parties running too late or getting too loud, or perhaps there was a chance that beer was involved.” He realized that someone, someday, would need to take this man’s place. Reardon left that meeting determined to become the dean of students at Ole Miss.  Raised in Clarksdale, Mississippi, a young Sparky Reardon turned to books after a severe knee injury ended his sports days. Guided by inspiring teachers, he cultivated a passion for writing. Artist and author William Dunlap said, “Sparky Reardon’s The Dean is anecdotally rich and beautifully written. His prose — which soars — is once again proof that language is a Southerner’s birth

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  Emerson's Essays Volume 1

  Ralph Waldo Emerson

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  "Emerson's Essays" is a collection that showcases Ralph Waldo Emerson's profound influence on American thought and literature. With eloquence and a unique philosophical perspective, these essays delve into themes of self-reliance, individualism, and the beauty of nature. Emerson champions the inherent greatness of the individual and the importance of intuition in understanding the spiritual world. Through topics ranging from friendship to politics, he explores the interconnectedness of humanity and nature, urging readers to transcend the mundane and seek the extraordinary within. This seminal work is an enduring testament to Emerson's belief in the power of the individual spirit.

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  Thumbelina

  Rebecca Bondor

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  Beautiful music and fun sound-effects help tell the classic tale of “Thumbelina.” When a good-hearted poor peasant gives her last loaf of bread to a beggar, she is given a corn seed in return. Imagine the peasant woman's surprise when in the morning a beautiful flower appears with a tiny young lady inside its petals. The peasant woman names her Thumbelina. Find out what happens when an old ugly frog takes Thumbelina to be his son's wife. A happy ending adds interest to this fairy tale and encourages a lifelong love of great storytelling.

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