Democracys Child

The drama that shaped today’s Iran, from the Revolution to the present day. In 1979, seemingly overnight - moving at a clip some 30 years faster than the rest of the world - Iran became the first revolutionary theocracy in modern times. Since then, the country has been largely a black box to the West, a sinister presence looming over the horizon. But inside Iran, a breathtaking drama has unfolded since then, as religious thinkers, political operatives, poets, journalists, and activists have imagined and reimagined what Iran should be.

In this contemporary story, Tash lives in Tibet, where as a practicing Buddhist she must follow many rules to avoid the wrath of the occupying Chinese soldiers. Lately, things have been relatively peaceful, as long as Tash and her family hide their religion and don't mention its leader, the Dalai Lama. Then a man publicly sets himself on fire in protest. Soldiers seize Tash's parents. She narrowly escapes, and soon she and her best friend, Sam, along with two borrowed yaks, flee across the mountains, where they face blizzards, hunger, a treacherous landscape, and the threat of capture.

This compelling addition to the What Was? series covers what was supposed to be “the war to end all wars” but tragically wasn't.

Jamaican society has many ‘broken windows’ in the form of social abnormalities that have been normalized. Regrettably, under self-government since 1962 Jamaica has evolved into an undisciplined society, and, reflecting the abject failure of the authorities to maintain law and order, chaos and disorder have overtaken public spaces in major towns and on the roads. Because there is a link between pervasive lawlessness and national prosperity, fixing the problem must be prioritized. Under the ‘social contract’ that Thomas Hobbes articulated in ‘Leviathan’ in the mid-1600s, the ...

Embark on a delightful journey through the history of the American Presidency with this charming eBook, perfect for young readers. "The Story of the American Presidents: A Journey of Courage and Love" captures the essence of America's leaders with warmth, wit, and a touch of whimsy, making it an instant favorite among children, parents, and teachers alike. Why You'll Love This Book: Engaging for Young Minds: Designed specifically for children, this story brings the American Presidents to life in a series of engaging, beautifully illustrated pages. Each president, from George Washington to ...

In clear and simple language, Preet Bharara, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, explains what justice is and what it takes to achieve it for even the youngest readers. Drawing on examples of historic justice seekers whose deeds best demonstrate those attributes by asking hard questions, keeping an open mind, defending the truth, and using their voices and their bodies to fight injustice—such as Ida B. Wells, John Lewis, Malala Yousafzai, and many others, this timely book is perfect for exploring the concept of justice.

Can a deaf, introverted girl and musical, extroverted boy find common interests? Does each provide strengths to cover the other’s weaknesses? Despite Emma’s reservations, John drags them into a political controversy that turns vicious, destroys their successful business and marriage, even threatens their lives. Emma’s strength of character and resilience is tested beyond what anyone should have to endure. She and their child prodigy son fight for the family’s lives and future. Living with them will take you on an emotional rollercoaster, both heart-wrenching and heart-warming, while...

Is there a code by means of which we could raise creative children with scientific mental ability? Cracking the Cultural Code is an attempt to decipher the ways of thinking of the two central cultures in our world: the modern-individualist and the traditional-collectivist. What is the nature of the cultural code of societies which are self- focused and seek to teach their children to think independently? And what code is employed by members of other-focused cultures whose children are taught to value connection and integration into the family cell rather than independence. With the aid of ...

A revealing audiobook about how government, law enforcement, and bureaucratic interests are seizing our property, our children, our savings, and our fundamental American rights—and how to fight back. Liberty and justice for all is the bedrock of American democracy, but has America betrayed our...

Growing up as the child of former sharecroppers in a segregated Baltimore, Elijah Cummings saw firsthand how injustice could run rampant, even in a democracy that promises fairness and equality. But with a strong support system and fiery self-discipline, Elijah utilized the momentum of the civil rights movement to overcome the obstacles of poverty and racism to effect change at a time when our country so badly needed it.

At a time when Americans are debating the future of public education, Johann N. Neem tells the inspiring story of how and why Americans built a robust public school system in the decades between the Revolution and the Civil War. It’s a story in which ordinary people in towns across the country worked together to form districts and build schoolhouses and reformers sought to expand tax support and give every child a liberal education. By the time of the Civil War, most northern states had made common schools free, and many southern states were heading in the same direction.

The Declaration of Independence marked the beginning of the end of England's control of its American colonies. As one of America's most revered statesman, Benjamin Franklin played a key role in the creation of the document. This fictional telling of Franklin's role gives readers insight into his thoughts and emotions during those dramatic times.