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  Roll of Honour - Schooling & The...

  Barry Blades

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  The Great War was the first 'Total War'; a war in which human and material resources were pitched into a life-and-death struggle on a colossal scale. British citizens fought on both the Battle Fronts and on the Home Front, on the killing fields of France and Flanders as well as in the industrial workshops of 'Blighty'. Men, women and children all played their part in an unprecedented mobilisation of a nation at war. Unlike much of the traditional literature on the Great War, with its understandable fascination with the terrible experiences of 'Tommy in the Trenches', Roll of Honour shifts our gaze. It focuses on how the Great War was experienced by other key participants, namely those communities involved in 'schooling' the nation's children. It emphasises the need to examine the 'myriad faces of war', rather than traditional stereotypes, if we are to gain a deeper understanding of personal agency and decision making in times of conflict and upheaval. The dramatis personae in Roll of Honour include Head Teachers and Governors charged by the Government with mobilising their 'troops'; school masters, whose enlistment, conscription or conscientious objection to military service changed lives and career paths; the 'temporary' school mistresses who sought to demonstrate their 'interchangeability' in male dominated institutions; the school alumni who thought of school whilst knee-deep in mud; and finally, of course, the school children themselves, whose 'campaigns' added vital resources to the war economy. These 'myriad faces' existed in all types of British school, from the elite Public Schools to the elementary schools designed for the country's poorest waifs and strays. This powerful account of the Great War will be of interest to general readers as well as historians of military campaigns, education and British society.

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  Can we play while you work?

  Elizabeth Romanski, Ann Gadzikowski

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  Doing everything from home during COVID-19 means that parents have had to blend their work and family lives together in ways like never before. Simply coping with this transition is a triumph on its own, so our hosts were particularly impressed by a family with young children that has been able to turn these trying times into something wonderful. Sharing their story in this episode of Raising Curious Learners, professional musicians Rob and Ariella Johnson set the stage in their living room for a series of short performance videos for the Houston Symphony that feature both their three sons and popular orchestral pieces. This musical couple discuss the media coverage, music's role in their family, the virtue of patience, and how they've made the most of this time together.

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  Second Forgetting - Remembering...

  Dr. Benjamin T. Mast, Scotty Smith

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  There is hope in Alzheimer's disease, but it isn't where most people look for it... 
  Any form of dementia is terrifying and lonely for both the one suffering it and for those close to them. How do our relationships with those we love change with loss of memory or clarity of thought? What happens to our relationship with God? 
  For those suffering from early-stage Alzheimer's, for their friends and family, community and church, this book will help you understand the disease itself, how to love and care for those affected by it, and how to see the hope that's greater than it: we may forget, but God always remembers. 
  With pastoral tenderness and gospel confidence, Dr. Benjamin Mast shares his expertise on the subject and displays the power of the gospel that remains intact even when memory fades. Second Forgetting provides:Up-to-date answers to common questions about the disease and its effect on personal identity and faith.Personal stories of those affected and the loved ones who care for them and what their experiences were like—where they found hope and how they most needed support.Practical suggestions for how the church can come alongside families and those struggling or hurting. 
  When a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer's, they face great uncertainty, knowing that they can expect to live their remaining years with increasing confusion and progressively greater reliance upon other people to care for them. Dr. Mast will help you see how Alzheimer's disease cannot have the final say on God's unforgotten children. 
  Reflection questions are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.

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  The Science of Herbal Antivirals...

  Alex Thorn

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  In this ground-breaking investigation into the field of herbal medicine and its potential to treat viral infections, "The Science of Herbal Antivirals: Emerging Trends in Natural Viral Defense Mechanisms" is published. This extensive book illuminates the wide range of plant-derived compounds with antiviral qualities by taking readers on a journey across the nexus of contemporary scientific research and traditional herbal knowledge.  
  This book provides an in-depth exploration of the mechanisms of action, clinical applications, and future possibilities of herbal antivirals, drawing on centuries of traditional knowledge as well as current advances in pharmacology, virology, and immunology. Every chapter is carefully designed to give readers a comprehensive grasp of how herbal medicine can support the body's defenses against viral invaders.  
  Readers are guided through the basic concepts that underpin viral infections, from the fundamentals of virology to the complex molecular mechanisms controlling viral replication and host immune responses. Using this lens, they can better understand how herbal antivirals affect these processes and potentially open up new therapeutic intervention options.  
  The book also explores the bioactive substances present in medicinal herbs, elucidating their molecular makeup, modes of action, and possible synergistic effects in combination treatments. Readers are exposed to a varied pharmacopeia of herbal antivirals, ranging from well-known botanicals like echinacea and elderberry to lesser-known species like Andrographis paniculata and Astragalus membranaceus, with an emphasis on cutting-edge research and new trends. 

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  Extended Summary - The Lost Man...

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  EXTENDED SUMMARY 
    
  THE LOST MAN 
  BASED ON THE BOOK BY JANE HARPER 
    
  SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: QUICK READING LIBRARY 
    
  CONTENT 
  The Discovery of Cameron’s Body 
  Family Tensions and the Bright Family’s Background 
  Uncovering Clues and the Mystery Deepens 
  Cameron’s Life and Recent Struggles 
  Secrets Begin to Surface 
  Nathan’s Isolation and Reflection 
  The Investigation Intensifies 
  Confrontations and Revelations 
  The Truth Uncovered 
  General Analysis and Themes 
    
  ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
  “The Lost Man” by Jane Harper is a gripping mystery set in the harsh Australian outback. The story follows Nathan Bright, who is forced to confront his troubled past after the discovery of his brother Cameron’s body in the desert. With no clear explanation for Cameron’s death, Nathan investigates the circumstances surrounding it, uncovering hidden family secrets, financial struggles, and emotional turmoil. Themes of isolation, family loyalty, and survival in an unforgiving landscape are explored, as Nathan navigates his own sense of guilt, regret, and the complex dynamics within his family. The novel delves into the human psyche under extreme conditions.

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  Extended Summary - Fractured -...

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  EXTENDED SUMMARY 
    
  FRACTURED 
  BASED ON THE BOOK BY KARIN SLAUGHTER 
    
  SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: QUICK READING LIBRARY 
    
  CONTENT 
  A Shocking Discovery 
  The Investigation Begins 
  Unraveling the Crime Scene 
  Hidden Connections 
  A Killer's Motive 
  False Leads 
  Emma's Perspective 
  The Case Breaks Open 
  The Final Rescue 
  Analysis and Themes 
    
  ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
  “Fractured” by Karin Slaughter is a gripping crime thriller that follows detectives Will Trent and Faith Mitchell as they investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young girl, Emma Campano, and the brutal murder of her friend, Kayla. As the case unfolds, the detectives uncover dark family secrets, complicated relationships, and hidden motives. Themes of trust, betrayal, and resilience run throughout the novel, as both the investigators and the victims grapple with emotional scars and survival. With its complex characters and tense, unpredictable narrative, Fractured delves into the trauma and human cost of violence and loss.

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