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1st Ed 2016 Edition

Education Theory And Pedagogies Of Change In A Global Landscape

The world is changing rapidly, and education is no exception. The rise of globalization has had a profound impact on teaching and learning, and educators are increasingly called upon to prepare students for a rapidly changing world. In this...

Lucas Reed5 min read

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William Evans

The Complicated, Often-Heartbreaking Essays of William Evans

William Evans is a writer, editor, and podcaster whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Paris Review. He is also the author of the essay collection Black Nerd Problems. Evans's essays are a powerful...

Clay Powell4 min read

Linda Keteyian

The Good Girls of Al Noor

The Good Girls of Al Noor is a heartbreaking and inspiring true story of survival and resilience. It tells the story of a group of young women who were held captive by ISIS for seven months. The women were all students at the Al Noor Institute...

Corey Hayes4 min read

Marie Mutsuki Mockett

Where The Dead Pause And The Japanese Say Goodbye: A Journey

Where the Dead Pause and the Japanese Say Goodbye: Exploring the Enchanting and Ethereal Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Nestled amidst the verdant hills of western Kyoto, the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest stands as an enchanting natural spectacle that has captivated the hearts and imaginations of travelers for centuries. With its towering stalks of bamboo swaying...

Bill Grant6 min read

Philip Stewart

Eros Image And Text In The French Eighteenth Century

The eighteenth century was a time of great change and upheaval in France. The old order was crumbling, and a new world was being born. This period also saw a flowering of art and literature, and the emergence of new ideas...

Jorge Amado5 min read

Sesali Bowen

Bad Fat Black Girl: Notes From A Trap Feminist

Notes From Trap Feminist: A Powerful Voice for Intersectional Feminism

Notes From Trap Feminist is a blog that explores the intersection of feminism and hip-hop culture. It was founded in 2014 by Mikki Kendall, a writer, activist, and media critic. The blog has quickly become a leading...

Sam Carter4 min read

Baratunde Thurston

How to Be Black: A Practical Guide to Surviving and Thriving in America

By Baratunde Thurston Being black in America is a unique and complex experience. It comes with its own set of challenges and rewards, and it can be difficult to navigate the world as a black person. This guide will provide you with some...

Colby Cox4 min read

Ashley Jaquavis

The Rise and Fall of Ashley Jaquavis: The Demise of The Cartel

Ashley Jaquavis, the enigmatic figure behind The Cartel, ascended to the pinnacle of the drug trade before his downfall. This article delves into the rise and collapse of his empire, exploring the factors that led...

John Grisham4 min read

Peter Bone

The Jewish War Revised Edition Classics: An In-Depth Exploration of Josephus' Historical Masterpiece

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary literary adventure with "The Jewish War Revised Edition Classics," a seminal work by the renowned historian Josephus. First published in the 1st century CE, this captivating narrative chronicles the...

Henry Hayes3 min read

Bill Rumpel

Life, Death, and Community in Cairo's City of the Dead: Unveiling the Heart of Egypt's Necropolis

: The City of Paradox Cairo's City of the Dead, known as "al-Qarafa," is a labyrinthine necropolis stretching over 6 square kilometers. This sprawling district is home to an estimated 1 million living and deceased residents, creating a...

Bradley Dixon5 min read

W Somerset Maugham

Of Human Bondage (Penguin Twentieth Century Classics)

Of Human Bondage: A Tale of Love and Addiction

By W. Somerset Maugham Published in 1915, Of Human Bondage is a semi-autobiographical novel by W. Somerset Maugham. The novel tells the story of Philip Carey, a young man who struggles with love, addiction, and the...

Leo Mitchell4 min read

Pilar M Herr

The Mapuche Bandits and State Formation in Nineteenth Century Chile

The Mapuche bandits of nineteenth-century Chile were a formidable force that challenged the authority of the Chilean state. These bandits were primarily drawn from the Mapuche people, an indigenous group that had resisted Spanish...

Randy Hayes4 min read

Giovanni Iannoni

Hey That Lady Has No Clothes On : Bath Time 2002

Hey, That Lady Has No Clothes On! The Power and Importance of Body Positivity

In a world where we are constantly bombarded with images of airbrushed and unattainable bodies, it can be difficult to feel good about our own. We may start to compare ourselves to these images and feel like we don't measure...

Osamu Dazai5 min read

Anne Manera

Black Acting Methods: Critical Approaches

Black acting methods are a diverse set of techniques and approaches developed by Black actors to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of their craft. Rooted in the rich traditions of African and African American...

Hugo Cox6 min read

Norman Lebrecht

Genius Anxiety: How Jews Changed the World, 1847-1947

In the century from 1847 to 1947, Jewish thinkers, scientists, artists, and activists played a pivotal role in shaping the modern world. They made major breakthroughs in fields such as physics, mathematics,...

Frank Mitchell7 min read

Elle Wright

It S Not The Hookup It S The Chase (Young In Love 3)

It's Not the Hookup, It's the Chase: Understanding the Psychology of Young Love

In the realm of human relationships, young love often holds a special allure. It's a time characterized by intense emotions, heightened anticipation, and the irresistible pull of the chase. While physical attraction and intimate...

Howard Powell5 min read

Victor Steffensen

Fire Country: How Indigenous Fire Management Could Help Save Australia

How Indigenous Fire Management Could Help Save Australia: Lessons from Traditional Land Management Practices

Australia's devastating bushfires have brought the country's fire management practices into sharp focus. In recent years, these fires have become more frequent and intense, resulting in widespread loss of life, property, and wildlife....

Raymond Parker4 min read

Tom Sterling

Celtic Line Drawing Simplified Instructions

Celtic Line Drawing Simplified: A Step-by-Step Guide to Create Intricate Knots and Patterns

Celtic line drawing is a beautiful and intricate art form that has been practiced for centuries. Celtic knots and patterns are often found in ancient manuscripts and carvings, and they continue to be popular today in jewelry,...

Russell Mitchell4 min read

Megan Goldmine

Struggling Artist: 36 Ideas To Create Unique Pieces Of Art

36 Unconventional Ideas for Crafting Distinctive Works of Art

Are you tired of the same old art supplies and techniques? Are you looking for ways to create truly unique and original works of art? If so, then you're in the right place. In this article, we'll share 36...

Jacob Foster5 min read

Loung Ung

First They Killed My Father: A Daughter Of Cambodia Remembers

Daughter of Cambodia Remembers: A Journey of Trauma, Resilience, and the Power of Storytelling

Loung Ung's memoir, Daughter of Cambodia Remembers, is a powerful and moving account of her childhood during the Cambodian genocide. Ung was five years old when the Khmer Rouge took over Cambodia and began their reign of...