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Making Mexican Chicago: From Postwar Settlement to the Age of Gentrification

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Report copyright infringementby Mike Amezcua (Author)Winner of the Immigration and Ethnic History Society's First Book Award: an exploration of how the Windy City became a postwar Latinx metropolis in the face of white resistance. Though Chicago is often popularly defined by its Polish, Black, and Irish populations, Cook County is home to the third-largest Mexican-American population in the United States. The story of Mexican immigration and integration into the city is one of complex politi...

Disciplining Women: Alpha Kappa Alpha, Black Counterpublics, and the Cultural Politics of Black Sororities

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Report copyright infringementby Deborah Elizabeth Whaley (Author)An interdisciplinary look Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA), the first historically Black sorority.Black Greek-letter organizations offer many African Americans opportunities for activism, community-building, fostering cultural pride, and cultural work within the African American community. Disciplining Women focuses on the oldest Black Greek-letter sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, established in 1908. In this innovative interdisciplinary ana...

The Fires of Yule: A Keltelven Guide for Celebrating the Winter Solstice

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Report copyright infringementby Montague Whitsel (Author)In the myth and folklore of ancient European cultures and spiritual traditions, the longest night of the year, called Winter Solstice's, was a time of transition during which people sought out personal renewal and rebirth. The Fires of Yule provides a template and a pattern for entering deeply into the Winter Solstice Season, experiencing it in poetic and transformative ways through a contemporary calendar called "The Thirteen Dayes of ...

UFOs And Aliens: A Thrilling Collection Of UFOs And Aliens 'True' Stories, UFO Encounters And UFO Abductions: Believable Or Not?

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Report copyright infringementby Seth Balfour (Author)A Thrilling Collection Of UFOs And Aliens 'True' Stories, UFO Encounters And UFO Abductions; Believable Or Not? Is it possible for other-worldly life to exist? Are there aliens from outer space? Are they capable of communicating with us? Are they interested in our planet and our lives? Most sceptics will deny the possibilities. But, according to the first hand witnesses of Alien encounters, it's not just possible: it has already happened. T...

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Report copyright infringementby Dante Fortson (Author)The 48 Laws of Power was written by Robert Greene and first published in 1998. It is often praised as one of the best books to read if you want to get ahead in life. This got me to thinking, "why isn't there anything like this for our community?" We have a lot of people talking about what we need to do, what we should do, and what we could do as a community, but nothing concrete that we could all sit down with, learn from, and relate to on...

Craft of the Untamed: An Inspired Vision of Traditional Witchcraft

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Report copyright infringementby Nicholaj De Mattos Frisvold (Author)The Craft of the Untamed sets out to present the main pillars of traditional witchcraft. Its premise is that a proper tradition is defined as a timeless unity. Outwardly the tradition bears a great diversity across different lands and spirit. Traditional witchcraft is found in various sodalities and groups across the world. Even so it is possible to discern several harmonious, shared themes. These themes are the land, the cro...

Lives of Famous Indian Chiefs (Illustrated Edition): From Cofachiqui, the Indian Princess and Powhatan - to Chief Joseph and Geronimo

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Report copyright infringementby Norman B. Wood (Author)"Lives of Famous Indian Chiefs" is a collection of biographies of the influential and notable Native Americans such as King Philip, Pontiac, Black Hawk and Geronimo, just to name the few. The author also reviews different theories on the origin of Native Americans and their original homeland, prior to American continent. Contents: Cofachiqui, The Indian Princess Powhatan, or Wah-Un-So-Na-Cook Massasoit, The Friend of the Puritans King Phi...

At the Vanguard of Vinyl: A Cultural History of the Long-Playing Record in Jazz

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Report copyright infringementby Darren Mueller (Author)In At the Vanguard of Vinyl, Darren Mueller examines how the advent of the long-playing record (LP) in 1948 revolutionized the recording and production of jazz in the 1950s. The LP's increased fidelity and playback capacity allowed lengthy compositions and extended improvisations to fit onto a single record, ushering in a period of artistic exploration. Despite these innovations, LP production became another site of negotiating the uneven...

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Report copyright infringementby W. E. H. Stanner (Author)Anthropologist W.E.H. Stanner is perhaps most well known for coining the phrase the 'great Australian silence', addressing the culture of denial or 'conscious forgetting' regarding the history Australia since European arrival.This reprint of On Aboriginal Religion pays tribute to the ongoing relevance of Stanner's work. His research into Aboriginal religion was first published as a series of articles in the journal Oceania between 1959 ...

Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Ally

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Report copyright infringementby Emily Ladau (Author)An approachable guide to being a thoughtful, informed ally to disabled people, with actionable steps for what to say and do (and what not to do) and how you can help make the world a more inclusive place ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: NPR, Booklist - "A candid, accessible cheat sheet for anyone who wants to thoughtfully join the conversation . . . Emily makes the intimidating approachable and the complicated clear."--Rebekah Taussig, aut...

The Land in Our Bones: Plantcestral Herbalism and Healing Cultures from Syria to the Sinai--Earth-Basedpathways to Ancestral Stewardship and Belonging

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Report copyright infringementby Layla K. Feghali (Author)*Instant USA Today Best Seller* A profound and searching exploration of the herbs and land-based medicines of Lebanon and Cana'an--a vital invitation to re-member our roots and deepen relationship with the lands where we live in diaspora Tying cultural survival to earth-based knowledge, Lebanese ethnobotanist, sovereignty steward, and cultural worker Layla K. Feghali offers a layered history of the healing plants of Cana'an (the Levant...

African American Slave Medicine: Herbal and non-Herbal Treatments

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Report copyright infringementby Herbert C. Covey (Author)African-American Slave Medicine offers a critical examination of how African-American slaves medical needs were addressed during the years before and surrounding the Civil War. Drawing upon ex-slave interviews conducted during the 1930s and 1940s by the Works Project Administration (WPA), Dr. Herbert C. Covey inventories many of the herbal, plant, and non-plant remedies used by African-American folk practitioners during slavery. He demo...

Folk Wisdom and Mother Wit: John Lee--An African American Herbal Healer

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Report copyright infringementby Arvilla Payne-Jackson (Author), John Lee (Author)This book combines historical biography with a focus on the role of the practitioner in the folk health-care system, and ethnobotany, including a description of the active ingredients of the herbs used in African American herbal medicine. The contributions of European Colonial, American Indian, and African practices to the development of contemporary African American folk medicine are discussed. In addition to sh...

American Renaissance: Our Life at the Turn of the 21st Century

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Report copyright infringementby Marvin Cetron (Author), Owen Davies (Author)Author BiographyMarvin Cetron is founder and president of Forecasting International and has consulted to over half of the Fortune 500 companies in the U.S. and to various government agencies here and abroad. He lives in Virginia. Owen Davies is a former senior editor at "Omni "magazine and a freelance writer specializing in science, technology, and the future. He lives in New Hampshire. Number of Pages: 4...

New World Witchery: A Trove of North American Folk Magic

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Report copyright infringementby Cory Thomas Hutcheson (Author)Explore Nearly 500 Samples of Folk Magic, Stories, Artifacts, Rituals, and Beliefs One of the most comprehensive collections of witchcraft and folk magic ever written, New World Witchery shows you how to integrate folk traditions into your life and deepen your understanding of magic. Folklore expert Cory Thomas Hutcheson guides you to the crossroads of folk magic, where you'll learn about different practices and try them for yourse...

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Report copyright infringementby Alfred Dunhill (Author)"The Pipe Book" is an authoritative and engaging exploration of the evolution, artistry, and global history of the tobacco pipe. Penned by the legendary pipe maker Alfred Dunhill, this comprehensive study documents the diverse forms and functions of smoking implements across nearly every corner of the world. From the simple clay pipes of early Europe to the elaborate ceremonial pipes of North American indigenous cultures and the ornate me...

Sexy Anime Girls Uncensored Coloring Book for Grown-Ups 1 & 2

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Report copyright infringementby Nick Snels (Editor)Can you handle these seductive girls? Eighty coloring pages of extremely hot, nude and sexy hentai girls in sexy poses which will provide you hours of coloring fun. Clothes aren't allowed in this book. Perfect for any manga, anime, yuri, bdsm or hentai lover. This coloring book bundles volumes 1 and 2.More amazingly hot girls can be found in volume 3, just search for us - ISBN: 9789464079975If you want us all, we are also bundled in a mega ed...

Against Technoableism: Rethinking Who Needs Improvement

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Report copyright infringementby Ashley Shew (Author)When bioethicist and professor Ashley Shew became a self-described "hard-of-hearing chemobrained amputee with Crohn's disease and tinnitus," there was no returning to "normal." Suddenly well-meaning people called her an "inspiration" while grocery shopping or viewed her as a needy recipient of technological wizardry. Most disabled people don't want what the abled assume they want--nor are they generally asked. Almost everyone will experience...

Angel Eyes: A Collective Memoir of Child Sexual Abuse

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Report copyright infringementby Katandra Shanel Jackson (Author)The mere hint of moonlight shone through the windows and I could see the look in his eyes, a look of lust and hate all at once. It was a look I was too young to understand then, but it was not one of fatherly love and admiration. As I looked into his eyes, a daughter's pleas went unheeded. This man was no longer my father. End the Silence. Break the Cycle. Child Sexual Abuse is Real but it is not Incurable. Support the annonymous...

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Report copyright infringementby Andrés Manuel López Obrador (Author)El recuento de lo que significó el sexenio de la transformación histórica del país y de cómo el compromiso con la ciudadanía marcó el camino de una nueva política. Me voy, y aunque la vida sigue su curso, necesitaba reiterar acerca del pasado para comprender mejor el presente y el porvenir: no hay texto sin contexto y tampoco los procesos políticos y sociales surgen de repente, de la nada, son frutos de un largo camino, de r...

Mythopedia: A Brief Compendium of Natural History Lore

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Report copyright infringementby Adrienne Mayor (Author), Michele M. Angel (Illustrator)From acclaimed folklorist and historian Adrienne Mayor, an enchanting collection of the ancient myths that emerged out of the wonders--and disasters--of the natural world Mythopedia is a fun, fact-filled A-Z treasury of myths inspired by natural events. Bringing together fifty legends from antiquity to the present, this delightfully entertaining book takes you around the world to explore sunken kingdoms and...

The Ultimate Guide to Modern Etiquette: Mastering Manners and Social Skills for Any Situation

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Report copyright infringementby Rebecca Ferguson (Author)Social rules didn't get simpler as we grew up. They got more confusing.One minute you are navigating a work meeting on Zoom. The next you are decoding group chats, wedding invitations, pronouns, family expectations, office politics, neurodivergent needs, cultural differences, and unspoken rules no one ever explains. Teenagers, young adults, professionals, and parents alike are left wondering what is expected, what is respectful, and how...

Gardener's Folklore: The Ancient Secrets for Gardening Magic.

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Report copyright infringementby Margaret Baker (Author)Ever wondered if there's any truth behind planting by the moon? Or why wassailing is still a common folk practice in some parts of the world? In Gardener's Folklore, the record of these practices is unveiled, with plenty of tips and tricks to try in your own 21st century garden for blooming bushes and plentiful potatoes. First published in 1976, Gardener's Folklore collects the little bits of magic and myth to be found in the gardens of B...

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Report copyright infringementby D. W. Harding (Author)More wide ranging, both geographically and chronologically, than any previous study, this well-illustrated book offers a new definition of Celtic art. Tempering the much-adopted art-historical approach, D.W. Harding argues for a broader definition of Celtic art and views it within a much wider archaeological context. He re-asserts ancient Celtic identity after a decade of deconstruction in English-language archaeology.Harding argues that t...

Curious Coffins and Riveting Rituals: Death Practices Around the World

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Report copyright infringementby Yy Liak (Author)Discover the world's most fascinating death and funeral traditions in this illustrated modern-day memento mori. Embark on a whirlwind tour of burial, preservation, and memorial practices and landmarks from across the globe and throughout history, ranging from the customs of our ancestors to contemporary practices. In these vibrantly illustrated pages, you can explore how humans from time immemorial have honored and remembered the dead, including...

Pathways to Belonging: Contemporary Research in School Belonging

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Report copyright infringementby Kelly-Ann Allen (Editor), Christopher Boyle (Editor)School belonging should be a priority across every facet of education. The research on school belonging for positive student outcomes has been widely accepted and findings demonstrating its role as a protective factor against mental ill health and youth suicide are too compelling to ignore. In an age where it has been argued that academic achievement is prioritised over wellbeing, the editors bring the importa...

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Report copyright infringementby Comer Taylor (Author)Unveiling HBCUs: A Historical Journey and Impact on Graduates' Triumphs, Academic Excellence, Athletic Achievements, and Strides in Equality.Dive into the fascinating story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with HBCU Greatness. This compelling book elucidates the origins of HBCUs, their establishment by institutions such as the Methodist Church, former slaves, Quakers, the African American Baptist Church, and even the ...

Painting Native America: Indigenous Artists in the Twentieth Century

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Report copyright infringementby Nicolas G. Rosenthal (Author)Generations of Indigenous artists have sought to make a place for Native art in North American culture and society as well as the broader art world. Written at the intersection of history and art history, Painting Native America tells the social history of Indigenous artists and their experiences as they negotiate such questions as how to use art for social and political goals, what constitutes "Indian art," and how to make a living...

I Like Your Chutzpah: And Other Yiddish Words You'll Like

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Report copyright infringementby Suzy Ultman (Author), Suzy Ultman (Illustrator)Learn popular Yiddish words through a playful lens in this charming, modern board book series that introduces Jewish culture and language to curious young readers! This modern and whimsical Jewish-themed board book series is the first of its kind, incorporating both Jewish traditions and Jewish culture, offering a unique depiction of Judaism. Author and artist Suzy Ultman melds her own Jewish upbringing with her cu...

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Report copyright infringementby Tim Newburn (Author)Crime is big news. From murder to theft to drug gangs, crime and criminal justice affect the lives of millions of people worldwide. Hardly surprisingly, crime has been pushed high up the public policy agenda across the world. But how can we measure crime, or evaluate the effectiveness of preventative measures? Does the threat of prison reduce someone's likelihood of reoffending, or would rehabilitation be more constructive? In this Very Shor...

Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America

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Report copyright infringementby Michael Harriot (Author)NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * NAACP IMAGE AWARD NOMINEE * AMAZON'S TOP 20 HISTORY BOOKS OF 2023 * B&N BEST OF EDUCATIONAL HISTORY * THE ROOT'S BEST BOOKS OF 2023 * CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2023 From acclaimed columnist and political commentator Michael Harriot, a searingly smart and bitingly hilarious retelling of untold American history that corrects the record and showcases the perspectives and experiences of Black Am...

All the World's Reward: Folktales Told by Five Scandinavian Storytellers

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Report copyright infringementby Reimund Kvideland (Author), Henning K. Sehmsdorf (Author) All the World's Reward presents ninety-eight tales from Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Swedish-speaking Finland, and Iceland. Each area is represented by the complete recorded repertoire of a single storyteller. Such a focus helps place the stories in the context of the communities in which they were performed and also reveals how individual folk artists used the medium of oral literature to make statements ab...