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Sparks in the Desert

The Baghdad Battery and the Myth of Ancient Electrical Engineering

by Arthur Pendelton ...

When archaeologists unearthed a small clay jar containing a copper cylinder and an iron rod in Iraq, the world was captivated. Dubbed the "Baghdad Battery," it sparked wild theories that ancient Mesopotamians had discovered electricity thousands of years before Alessandro Volta. These sensational claims of ancient electroplating and lost technological empires make for great television, but they ... Read more

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When archaeologists unearthed a small clay jar containing a copper cylinder and an iron rod in Iraq, the world was captivated. Dubbed the "Baghdad Battery," it sparked wild theories that ancient Mesopotamians had discovered electricity thousands of years before Alessandro Volta. These sensational claims of ancient electroplating and lost technological empires make for great television, but they
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Nation of the Stream

The Bizarre History of the Unrecognized Republic Between America and Canada

by Arthur Pendelton ...

In the rugged wilderness between New Hampshire and Quebec, a cartographical error after the American Revolution left a small pocket of land entirely unaccounted for. Both the United States and Great Britain claimed it, yet neither effectively governed it. Frustrated by double taxation and constant threats of arrest from two different countries, the few hundred settlers living there did something ... Read more

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In the rugged wilderness between New Hampshire and Quebec, a cartographical error after the American Revolution left a small pocket of land entirely unaccounted for. Both the United States and Great Britain claimed it, yet neither effectively governed it. Frustrated by double taxation and constant threats of arrest from two different countries, the few hundred settlers living there did something
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Blueprint of a Disaster

How a Simple Engineering Mistake Birthed California's Deadliest Accidental Sea

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At the dawn of the 20th century, developers saw an arid basin in Southern California and dreamed of an agricultural paradise. Instead, a single miscalculation turned the mighty Colorado River inland, flooding the desert for two relentless years. This catastrophic engineering failure birthed the Salton Sea, a massive accidental ocean that transformed into a glamorous mid-century resort destination, ... Read more

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At the dawn of the 20th century, developers saw an arid basin in Southern California and dreamed of an agricultural paradise. Instead, a single miscalculation turned the mighty Colorado River inland, flooding the desert for two relentless years. This catastrophic engineering failure birthed the Salton Sea, a massive accidental ocean that transformed into a glamorous mid-century resort destination,
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American Covenant

How the Constitution Unified Our Nation—and Could Again

by Yuval Levin ...

**A top conservative scholar reveals the Constitution’s remarkable power to repair our broken civic culture, rescue our malfunctioning politics, and unify a fractious America“Salient and timely.” —Wall Street Journal**Common ground is hard to find in today’s politics. In a society teeming with clashing political perspectives, many people have grown frustrated under a system of government that ... Read more

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**A top conservative scholar reveals the Constitution’s remarkable power to repair our broken civic culture, rescue our malfunctioning politics, and unify a fractious America“Salient and timely.” —Wall Street Journal**Common ground is hard to find in today’s politics. In a society teeming with clashing political perspectives, many people have grown frustrated under a system of government that
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Thriving Beyond Sustainability

Pathways to a Resilient Society

by Andres R. Edwards ...

Every fifteen seconds on our Earth, a child dies from waterborne disease. Three times an hour, another species becomes extinct. Each day we consume eighty-five million barrels of oil and pump twenty-three million tons of carbon dioxide into an already warming atmosphere. But against this bleak backdrop, beacons of hope shine from thousands of large and small initiatives taking place everywhere ... Read more

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Every fifteen seconds on our Earth, a child dies from waterborne disease. Three times an hour, another species becomes extinct. Each day we consume eighty-five million barrels of oil and pump twenty-three million tons of carbon dioxide into an already warming atmosphere. But against this bleak backdrop, beacons of hope shine from thousands of large and small initiatives taking place everywhere
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The Spirit of Compromise

Why Governing Demands It and Campaigning Undermines It

by Amy Gutmann, Dennis Thompson ...

Why compromise is essential for effective government and why it is missing in politics todayTo govern in a democracy, political leaders have to compromise. When they do not, the result is political paralysis—dramatically demonstrated by the gridlock in Congress in recent years. In The Spirit of Compromise, eminent political thinkers Amy Gutmann and Dennis Thompson show why compromise is so ... Read more

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Why compromise is essential for effective government and why it is missing in politics todayTo govern in a democracy, political leaders have to compromise. When they do not, the result is political paralysis—dramatically demonstrated by the gridlock in Congress in recent years. In The Spirit of Compromise, eminent political thinkers Amy Gutmann and Dennis Thompson show why compromise is so
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The New Deal & Modern American Conservatism

A Defining Rivalry

by Gordon Lloyd, David Davenport ...

Providing an often-overlooked historical perspective, Gordon Lloyd and David Davenport show how the New Deal of the 1930s established the framework for today's U.S. domestic policy and the ongoing debate between progressives and conservatives. They examine the pivotal issues of the dispute, laying out the progressive-conservative arguments between Hoover and Roosevelt in the 1930s and illustrating ... Read more

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Providing an often-overlooked historical perspective, Gordon Lloyd and David Davenport show how the New Deal of the 1930s established the framework for today's U.S. domestic policy and the ongoing debate between progressives and conservatives. They examine the pivotal issues of the dispute, laying out the progressive-conservative arguments between Hoover and Roosevelt in the 1930s and illustrating
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The Myth of American Democracy

The Deification of Democratic Governance and the Subversion of Individual Liberty

by Trenton Fervor ...

In his current work, Trenton Fervorauthor of The Last Individual: The Ascendancy of the Sociomaniacal Mindsetdelivers a critical exposition of democracy and its defects. The Myth of American Democracy is an unapologetic critique of the American political system and an attempt to dismantle the mystique perpetuated to sanctify and sanction it.Fervor entreats the reader to reexamine the notion of ... Read more

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In his current work, Trenton Fervorauthor of The Last Individual: The Ascendancy of the Sociomaniacal Mindsetdelivers a critical exposition of democracy and its defects. The Myth of American Democracy is an unapologetic critique of the American political system and an attempt to dismantle the mystique perpetuated to sanctify and sanction it.Fervor entreats the reader to reexamine the notion of
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No Planet B

Your Guide to Navigating the Climate Crisis

by Maya S. Parker ...

Mastering the Climate Crisis: A Comprehensive JourneyAre you ready to become part of the solution to one of the most urgent challenges of our time? Join the movement with "No Planet B: Your Guide to Navigating the Climate Crisis." This book sheds light on the complexities of the climate crisis and offers actionable insights for every reader.Engage with a wealth of knowledge as you explore the ... Read more

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Mastering the Climate Crisis: A Comprehensive JourneyAre you ready to become part of the solution to one of the most urgent challenges of our time? Join the movement with "No Planet B: Your Guide to Navigating the Climate Crisis." This book sheds light on the complexities of the climate crisis and offers actionable insights for every reader.Engage with a wealth of knowledge as you explore the
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America in Perspective

Defending the American Dream for the Next Generation

by David Sokol, Adam Brandon ...

America in Perspective argues, without hesitation, that America’s best days are ahead if only we can continue to embrace the ideas and values that got us here in the first place. When faced with challenges and conflict, our system of government allows us to self-correct and self-heal, and world history shows that this approach is uniquely American. Today, essential American values are being ... Read more

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America in Perspective argues, without hesitation, that America’s best days are ahead if only we can continue to embrace the ideas and values that got us here in the first place. When faced with challenges and conflict, our system of government allows us to self-correct and self-heal, and world history shows that this approach is uniquely American. Today, essential American values are being
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The People’s Constitution: A Plain-Language Guide to America’s Founding Document

by James W. Harper ...

The People's Constitution: A Plain-Language Guide to America's Founding Document is a reader-friendly walkthrough of the U.S. Constitution. It is written for everyday Americans who want to understand the laws that govern their lives, without needing a law degree.With clear explanations and real-world context, this book takes you section by section through the Constitution, translating its historic ... Read more

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The People's Constitution: A Plain-Language Guide to America's Founding Document is a reader-friendly walkthrough of the U.S. Constitution. It is written for everyday Americans who want to understand the laws that govern their lives, without needing a law degree.With clear explanations and real-world context, this book takes you section by section through the Constitution, translating its historic
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Understanding Climate Change

A Comprehensive Guide

by Lucien Sina ...

Embark on a journey through the complex and urgent issue of climate change with this compelling book. Explore the science, impacts, and possible solutions to one of the greatest challenges of our time. From the melting polar ice caps to the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of our planet and what we can do to shape a ... Read more

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Embark on a journey through the complex and urgent issue of climate change with this compelling book. Explore the science, impacts, and possible solutions to one of the greatest challenges of our time. From the melting polar ice caps to the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of our planet and what we can do to shape a
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