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An Unfinished Journey is the fascinating autobiography of the late Ambassador Yogesh Tiwari, who served in a number of key posts during his long and distinguished career. Here, through his revealing anecdotes and lucid accounts of diplomatic life, he produces an insightful history of India's revolving attitudes toward the world, and the inner functionings of its government. From the Look East Policy to India's nuclear deals, Ambassador Tiwari was on the diplomatic frontlines, and his memoirs are an educative and enjoyable read.- Dr Shashi Tharoor, Mamber of Parliament and former UN Under-Secretary-GeneralAmbassador Yogesh Tiwari was India's High Commissioner to Singapore at a time when Singapore's relationship with India was going through a remarkable transformation. Although Tiwari modestly downplayed his own role in all this, he was a quiet and effective facilitator. In his lovely book An Unfinished Journey, he recounted a lifetime of service to India. Tiwari writes beautifully,andhis sketches of the people he met or worked with, including India's leaders, are a delight to read.- George Yeo, former Minister for Foreign Affairs of SingaporeIn An Unfinished Journey Ambassador Yogesh Tiwari covers the extensive canvas of his diplomatic life to capture its travails and challenges with acuity, directness and flamboyance. As a distinguished Indian diplomat, Yogesh Tiwari was known for his intellectual precocity, varied talents and flair for the jugular. His memoirs will not please everyone, but no one can deny their candour and courage, verve and dignity.- Ambassador Vijay Nambiar, IFS '67, former UN Under-Secretary-General and Deputy National Security Advisor

In 1988 an Army recruiter encouraged David Weill to sign up for his local National Guard Unit. One weekend a month, two weeks in the summer, extra money now, and benefits toward college. What's not to like?Weill went home and talked it over with his mother. It was a short conversation."Hey, Mom. Do you think I should join the Army?""No."But David had a money mindset and a patriotic streak. He figured he could serve his country and get paid to do it. Not only did he sign up, he talked his mother, a nurse, into signing up too.Then came the events leading up to Desert Storm. That's when stuff got real.

" ABBEVILLE. L¿hippodrome d¿Abbeville est en quelque sorte le complément de celui d¿Amiens; la date fut primitivement fixée entre le 13 et le 15 août. Mais comme les courses d¿Abbeville ne sont pas en elles-mêmes assez importantes pour déterminer un grand nombre de chevaux à se déplacer, plusieurs réunions importantes ayant lieu à la même époque, le comité d¿Abbeville a très-judicieusement fixé la réunion au surlendemain de celle d¿Amiens. De cette façon les chevaux ayant couru dans cette dernière localité, peuvent, sans avoir à supporter les frais d¿un nouveau déplacement, se rendre à Abbeville avant de retourner à Chantilly.

" Le livre que je publie est, en grande partie, un résumé de tout ce qui a été écrit au Canada relativement à nos fautes contre la langue française (la liste des ouvrages mis à contribution est donnée plus bas). Quelques ouvrages français, qui traitent des locutions vicieuses en usage en France, ont été consultés. J¿ai ajouté un assez grand nombre de termes locaux,que j¿avais commencé à recueillir il y a quelques années."

Our country India has completed 75 years of independence. On the completion of 75 years of independence, many programs were organized in the country under 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav '. In the book 'Swatantrta Sangram ke Mahan Krantiveer', on the occasion of completion of 75 years of independence, the biographies of 75 revolutionaries have been included. Revolutionaries played a very important role in India's freedom struggle. Many revolutionaries had put their everything at stake to free them from the shackles of slavery. A large number of revolutionaries were hanged laughingly and many revolutionaries were jailed and severely tortured by the British. Along with male revolutionaries, women revolutionaries also showed indomitable courage in the revolutionary movement. Revolutionary movement has its own importance in the freedom movement. It is the ultimate duty of every Indian to remember these revolutionaries and know about them. The present book is an attempt to acquaint the people of the country with the great revolutionaries of the country.About the Author: Mridul Dhingra (born in year 1990) is currently working as Assistant Professor of History in Government Post Graduate College, Narayangarh (District Ambala), Haryana. He has done M Phil in History from Kurukshetra University. He has a keen interest in the study and teaching of history. His works have been published in many newspapers and magazines. The present book is his second book. In 2021, his book 'Kavyamala- Mere Bachpan Ki Rachanaye' has been published.

Are you a history buff, a lover of American politics, or simply looking to gain insight into the lives and legacies of four of America's most iconic presidents? Look no further than "Presidents: United in Leadership," a four-book bundle that takes you on a journey through the lives of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and John F. Kennedy.Each book in this bundle offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities that these leaders faced, and how they overcame them through their courage, determination, compassion, and innovation. From Washington's role as a revolutionary hero and nation builder, to Lincoln's impact on American society and the preservation of the Union, to Roosevelt's leadership during World War II and his efforts to establish a modern welfare state, to Kennedy's vision for a new frontier and his enduring legacy of progress and social justice, each president's story is a compelling example of leadership and inspiration.With "Presidents: United in Leadership," you'll gain a deeper understanding of the qualities and characteristics that define great leadership, and how these presidents shaped America's destiny through their actions and decisions. Whether you're a student of history or simply looking to gain insight into the stories of these remarkable leaders, this bundle is the perfect choice.So why wait? Order your copy of "Presidents: United in Leadership" today and experience the power and inspiration of these iconic leaders for yourself.

Are you fascinated by the stories of history's greatest conquerors? Do you want to delve deep into the lives of legendary figures who rose to power from humble beginnings? If so, then Conquerors: From Steppe to Empire is the book bundle for you.This collection of four captivating books takes you on a journey through the lives of some of the world's most remarkable leaders. From Genghis Khan's rise from obscurity to become one of the most feared and respected conquerors in history, to Alexander the Great's epic conquest of much of the known world, each book offers a unique and thrilling look into the lives of these legendary figures.In Attila the Hun: From Barbarian to Legend, readers will discover the true story behind one of history's most feared and misunderstood conquerors. And in Napoleon Bonaparte: From Revolution to Empire, you'll follow the rise and fall of one of history's most enigmatic and ambitious leaders, from his humble beginnings as a Corsican soldier to his ultimate defeat at the Battle of Waterloo.Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a gripping read, Conquerors: From Steppe to Empire is the perfect book bundle for anyone interested in the stories of some of history's greatest conquerors. So, why wait? Order your copy today and discover the remarkable stories of Genghis Khan, Attila the Hun, Alexander the Great, and Napoleon Bonaparte.

There is absolutely no doubt that the final nail in Boris's coffin was his mishandling of the "Pincher Affair". This episode led to all sorts of upheaval; including two changes of Prime Minister, a loss of standing in the world for G.B. inc. and repercussions that affected everyone's life in this country. I believe that this Grey-Haired Old Brummie may well have had some input, indirectly, into this chain of events. His continual bombardment of e-mails to Pincher over recent years with their outspoken opinions on local and green issues, housing and politics in general may well have tipped him over the edge, leading to his ill-judged behaviour in a London club...... and from that point onwards many other totally unexpected consequences started to evolve.The book is a series of e-mails sent by the grey-haired old Brummie to various peoples and their responses (or lack of responses). The most significant of the recipients were his local newspaper and his local M.P. Christopher Pincher; the M.P. whose indiscretions led to the resignation of the Prime Minister, Boris Johnson.

This book describes why ancient Ethiopia is a target of hybrid and proxy wars and a multitude of direct and indirect interventions andpunitive sanctions inflicted on one of the most ancient and promising countries in Africa. Ethiopia is the "Motherland and Pride of Africa" It was never colonized. It hosts the African Union. Second most populous in Africa and the 12th in the world. Fastest growing economy that stalled.- Dr. Aklog Birara

First appearing in 1845 The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, with its painfully vivid depiction of life in bondage, was both a bestseller in its day and one of the most powerful, authoritative texts lending support to the abolitionist movement. The author traces his life from an infant born into slavery and taken from his mother at birth, to a displaced child hungry for knowledge, to an abused and beaten laborer seeking freedom and a chance to marry the woman he loved. Offering bright, cameo glimpses into a world that should not be forgotten, Douglass chronicles both the cruel violence of a system that saw him as little more than livestock, and the brighter moments of success, of courageous support from friends and allies. Initially greeted by some with doubt that it could have been written by a black man and former slave, the book had a profound effect on American society, making the author something of a celebrity and his cause less an abstract ideal and more of an urgent human concern. Solemn, powerful and passionate The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is more than an important historical document--it is a personal account of striving for human freedom in a world where the author was regarded as neither free nor human. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is both modern and readable.

The writer of these letters was a mere boy when he entered the Confederate service, as a member of the Fourth Regiment South Carolina Volunteers, where he served during the first year of the war, being respectively in the commands of Generals Evans and Jones. He afterwards served in the "Palmetto Sharpshooters," attached from time to time to Generals Anderson's, Jenkins' and Bratton's Brigades, and to General Longstreet's, Pickett's, Hood's and Fields' Divisions. He subsequently served in General Longstreet's Corps. The letters were written by Lieut. Richard Lewis, to his mother, at various times during the war, and are printed "just as they were written there and then," and illustrate the facts and inspirations of Camp Life, Marches, &c., as created in the then youthful mind of the writer.

Living High is the compelling story of June and Farrar Burn and their unconventional lifestyle, philosophy, and experiences-homesteading a small island in the Salish Sea, living north of the Arctic Circle before Alaska became a state, touring the U.S. in the Burn Ballad Bungalow (pictured on the front cover), and how they lived in a covered wagon while June, at age fifty, earned her master's degree in soil science and nutrition. This seventh edition includes additional photographs and an epilogue by Skye Burn, June and Farrar's eldest granddaughter.

This book is an opportunity for big and meaningful change... it is a beautiful place to start... for guidance and inspiration to walk your own path. -Ken Honda, author of Happy MoneyIn the 1990s, Steve Farrell co-founded and led two high-growth technology companies based in Silicon Valley that were featured in the INC500 and spanned the United States and Europe.A New Universal Dream is the inspiring story of Steve's journey from the pursuit of wealth and traditional ideas of success toward a more fulfilling life of caring and service to others and to humanity. It's also the story of the potential each of us has for profound change and the power we all hold to open ourselves ever deeper to the Oneness of all things and to evolve consciously toward the highest versions of ourselves.This book will arm you with ideas, tools, a roadmap to greater awareness, and hope for the future as you become a more conscious leader in your family, workplace, and community while helping to create a better world.

From Pompey to Pindling is an informative and engaging narrative; it features a compilation of 21 Bahamian patriots of yesteryear, who had passed on before the writing of this work written by my husband the late Reverend Dr. Joseph Emmett Weir. It was his intention to cover those individuals who had passed on before him. He has provided here a useful reference for students and at the same time, a "good read" for those who love and are inspired by history.Very special thanks and appreciation to Ava Forbes for the skillful typing and working so very diligently; with the preparation of this book.

This children's book is especially for boys named James! It gives the meaning and origin of the name James. It tells the stories of seven heroes from different cultures, times and places named James: James Wong Howe, James Earl Jones, James Madison, James Naismith, James McCune Smith, James Stewart, and James "Jim" Thorpe. Included in this book is a fill in the blank section to write a mini biography for your special James!

The most formative book for me was H.H. Finlayson's 1935 classic The Red Centre... Finlayson was the last to collect and record many of these mammal species: he witnessed this loss. But in his many scientific papers, and in The Red Centre, he also foretold it, explained it and mourned it.Species that are now extinct, such as the Desert rat-kangaroo and Toolache wallaby, come alive in Finlayson's words. For several species, his notes are all that has been - will ever be - reported of their ecology. He was a brilliant and perceptive observer, and could portray the form, the behaviour, the fit of an animal to its environment. I can see them still from his words. And he wrote beautifully. Musing in The Red Centre on the losses:...The old Australia is passing... The environment which moulded the most remarkable fauna in the world is beset on all sides by influences which are reducing it to a medley of semi-artificial environments, in which the original plan is lost and the final outcome of which no man may predict.From more than 80 years ago, these words still haunt; and they still describe the ongoing loss of Australian nature - due to what we have done to this country.Finlayson's ecological understanding was profound. He could read the landscape. He gifts this understanding to the reader of The Red Centre. Of course, the ecological perceptiveness displayed in The Red Centre and Finlayson's scientific papers owes much to his long association with and respect for the Indigenous people. Finlayson understood the connections of Indigenous people with country, and in The Red Centre often reveres and celebrates that knowledge and culture.It is a classic of Australian writing on the environment, an exquisite and poignant account of a now-lost nature, an enduring blueprint for understanding our country. I owe a lot to it. - John Woinarski, Charles Darwin University

" Seize ans et demi se sont écoulés depuis qüHéléna Petrovna Blavatsky a quitté ce monde mortel.On continue néanmoins à attaquer sa véracité, sa réputation ; des gens honnêtes, des personnes sympathiques se détournent encore de la Société théosophique en disant : « Nous ne tenons pas à en faire partie ; elle a été fondée par Mme Blavatsky, qui fut convaincue de fraude par la Société des Recherches psychiques. » Les articles qui la défendirent à l¿époque sont depuis longtemps épuisés et oubliés. Le docteur Hodgson, auteur du rapport de la S.R.P. 2 , a ajouté foi depuis à des phénomènes beaucoup plus étonnants que ceux qüil a niés dans la présomption de ses jeunes années, et s¿est trouvé lui-même en butte aux faux rapports et au ridicule. "

" En dédiant ce petit volume au peuple, nous n¿avons pas seulement dessein de témoigner de notre respect pour lui ,nous voulons encore solliciter ses sympathies pour les douleurs des esclaves. Puisse notre livre pénétrer dans les ateliers, obtenir quelques-unes de ces heures saintes qüon y dérobe à la fatigue pour les donner à d¿austères études, et gagner à la cause de l¿abolition de l¿esclavage les généreux esprits auxquels nous nous adressons. Le peuple français, qui marche à la conquête de tous ses droits, le peuple français, qui chaque jour prend un sentiment plus éclairé de l¿égalité humaine, ne doit pas oublier plus longtemps les Noirs qui souffrent, les Noirs, qui, moins heureux que lui encore, n¿ont pas la possession d¿eux-mêmes ."

" Jean-François Barton, baron de Montbas, naquit au château de Montbas, près de Bel lac,le 28 août 1636. Il appartenait à une vieille famille de la Marche, sur l¿histoire de laquelle il nous a laissé, en guise de préface à ses Mémoires, une notice « établie avec toute l¿exactitude possible et en ne disant rien que de vrai ». Certains généalogistes ont voulu trouver aux Barton une origine étrangère, et Mont- bas, bien que sans preuves convaincantes, semble se ranger à leur avis. Lorsque, en 1259, Louis IX eut restitué au roi d¿Angleterre, en échange de la Normandie, les provinces du Limousin, du Périgord et du Quercy, de nombreux seigneurs anglais passèrent en France et s¿y établirent ; de ce nombre aurait été Hugues Barton, des comtes souverains de Dumbarton en Écosse, surnommé pour sa bravoure l¿impitoyable dans les combats, et qui, ayant épousé une Française, Marie d¿Auzelay, se serait définitivement fixé en Poitou et y aurait acquis la vicomté de Montbas."

A brave woman puts the pieces of her life back together in the wake of a life-changing tragedy. Pieces of my Puzzle reflects the wisdom gained through Karen Wielinski's stories of her life puzzle.