44 Results in the "Non-Fiction" category
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Blood and Dishonor
**Chapter Summary: Blood and Dishonor** On December 27, in Washington, former Assistant Secretary of State William Henry Trescot met with Senators Jefferson Davis of Mississippi and R.M.T. Hunter of Virginia to discuss urgent news. They rushed to the White House to speak with President Buchanan, who was visibly anxious. Trescot noted Buchanan’s nervousness as he made a casual reference to the consul in Liverpool, prompting Davis to shift the conversation to the real concern at hand. Davis inquired if…-
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Bisy Backson
Bisy Backson portrays a character who is overwhelmed by the need to stay busy, yet his frantic efforts lead him nowhere. The story begins with Rabbit, who starts his day feeling important, but quickly becomes puzzled when he finds Christopher Robin’s house empty, except for a mysterious note saying “GON OUT BACKSON BISY BACKSON.” This cryptic message piques Rabbit's curiosity about who or what the Backson might be. Determined to find answers, Rabbit consults Owl, but discovers that Owl, too, is…-
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Bibliography
The chapter presented is a bibliography for "The Demon of Unrest," detailing various archives, document collections, books, periodicals, and miscellaneous sources relevant to the study of the Civil War and its historical context. **Summary of the Chapter:** The bibliography begins with a comprehensive listing of archives and document collections, prominently featuring papers from significant figures such as Robert Anderson, Samuel Wylie Crawford, and Abraham Lincoln, housed at institutions like the…-
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Bibliography
The chapter provided is titled "Bibliography," comprising a detailed list of various sources and references related to the Civil Rights Movement. It is organized into several sections: 1. **Archival Collections** - This lists important collections from various libraries and archives across America such as the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library, Auburn Avenue Research Library, and others. Each entry includes specific papers associated with notable figures or organizations, such as the…-
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Beginner’s Mind
The concept of a "beginner's mind" is illustrated through a remarkable story involving artificial intelligence and the ancient board game Go, which has been played for over three thousand years. Go is known for its unparalleled strategic depth, boasting more possible move combinations than there are atoms in the universe. Traditionally, mastery of the game has required years of study, with players relying on centuries of accumulated human knowledge and strategic refinement. However, AlphaGo, an artificial…-
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Bear
Bear plays a central role in the chapter, where the discussion turns toward Beethoven’s "Ode to Joy." The piece, well-known for its grand theme of unity, becomes the backdrop for a playful exchange between Pooh and the narrator. Pooh, in his usual charmingly simple way, expresses his love for the song and humorously claims that the line “Sing Ho! for the life of a Bear!” should be included. He suggests that perhaps Beethoven simply hadn’t thought to mention bears in the lyrics, a moment that…-
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Be Ready When the Luck Happens by David J. Weiner is a memoir about how preparation, perseverance, and luck shaped the author's life and success. Through personal stories, Weiner explores the role of timing and resilience in achieving dreams.-
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Be Impeccable with Your Word
Chapter 2: THE FIRST AGREEMENT Be Impeccable with Your Word THE FIRST AGREEMENT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ONE and also the most difficult one to honor. It is so important that with just this first agreement you will be able to transcend to the level of existence I call heaven on earth.The first agreement is to be impeccable with your word. It sounds very simple, but it is very, very powerful.Why your word? Your word is the power that you have to create. Your word is the gift that comes directly from God. The…-
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Bandar Abbas, Iran
In the chapter set in Bandar Abbas, Iran, a woman embarks on a life-changing journey on Sunday, July 3, 1988. This marks her first experience on a plane, an event not driven by a desire for luxury but rather by the difficult circumstances surrounding her life. She had never flown before, not due to financial constraints, but because her life had always been consumed by the ever-present hardships of her home country. In Tehran, where she once lived, families struggle to make ends meet. Many of them are…-
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Ban and Arriere Ban
Ban and Arrière-Ban by George Meredith is a historical novel set in the medieval period, blending romance, adventure, and intrigue as it follows the lives of knights and noble families. The story explores themes of loyalty, honor, and personal conflict, focusing on the complex relationships between its characters as they navigate societal expectations and the challenges of chivalric duty. The novel's title refers to the medieval French legal terms for summoning all able-bodied men to arms, reflecting the novel's focus on military and familial obligations.-
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