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Like other evangelical kids, Jesse James DeConto felt called to shine the light of truth into the world. His job as a journalist and his young marriage, though, would radically change him. First, he learned that Christians have no corner on truth: Working out in the world, trying to be the Roaring Lamb he'd been trained to be, he met atheists and agnostics who seemed to do better at embodying Christian love than many Christians did. Confessing the...
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The names Bill and Melinda Gates are often in the headlines, whether it's for the newest Microsoft innovation or, more recently, for their inspiring philanthropic donations and endeavors. This book offers young readers a lively, accessible overview of the lives of these high-profile leaders, including their formative years, their accomplishments, and their astounding but thoughtful charitable contributions. This biography introduces readers to the...
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Aung San Suu Kyi was born to lead. Following in the footsteps of her dissident father, Aung San, she has resisted the machinations of a corrupt government for years and paid dearly for it. In a largely biographical format, this book details Aung's rise as an opposition leader in Myanmar (formerly Burma), telling the story of a woman who willingly sacrificed her freedoms for those of her people. Background information and notable moments in her struggle...
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Offers practical steps for women to bring their passion, brains, and background to the power tables and make life better for themselves, their company or organization and global society. Combines compelling research, international experience, and fascinating personal stories with solid advice. Tarr-Whelan has extensive background as a business woman, a government official, a non-profit leader, and a nurse. A few "first women" are making key decisions...
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"The Blockchain Revolution" is a non-fiction book that explores the transformative potential of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as well as the underlying technology that powers them: blockchain. The book provides an overview of the history of money, the rise of digital currencies, and the implications of decentralized, peer-to-peer systems for the future of finance and beyond.The book begins by introducing readers to the basic concepts of Bitcoin...
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In the 1990s, NASCAR racing star Jeff Gordon became a household name for his extraordinary wins on the track. Today he is equally well known for his charitable work with the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation. This book takes an in-depth look at Gordon's successful efforts to raise funding for cancer research, as well as the construction of pediatric hospitals and health facilities. Packed with colorful photographs and "Star Stats," this book shows...
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Raised in a poor area of Washington, D.C., Kevin Durant is a true example of how studying and working hard can lead to great success in sports. As a role model for basketball fans nationwide, Durant works with several charities and manages the Kevin Durant Family Foundation, which works with kids from disadvantaged backgrounds and single-parent families. This book, complete with "Star Stats" and a timeline of achievements, celebrates Durant's charitable...
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Even during his first outstanding rookie season in Major League Baseball, Derek Jeter was determined to channel his burgeoning success into helping the community. This book explores the ways in which one of the world's top-performing baseball stars has become a role model by practicing what he preaches-eating well and exercising, avoiding drugs and alcohol, and working hard to achieve success. Readers will learn all about Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation,...
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Imagine What Is Possiblesaying yes to changing the worldAcross the world, people are refusing to accept evil and injustice. Entrepreneurs, artists, mothers, musicians, students, teachers, techies, bloggers, advocates-they dare to believe they can meaningfully impact the world. Imagine what is possible…for you.Drawing on his experience on the front lines of suffering, Stephan Bauman, CEO of World Relief, shows how true change happens, where it starts,...
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Looks at some of the visible ways that the earth can be changed in a matter of minutes, and discusses how the natural forces involved in earthquakes and volcanoes can raise mountains, build islands, change weather and help to produce varieties of plants and animals.
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In You are Changing the World Whether You Like It or Not, David LaMotte challenges some deeply held, though seldom examined, ideas we have about how large societal changes happen and what our own roles in those changes can and should be. Drawing on stories from his own work and interviews with others in Guatemala, India, South Africa, Australia, Palestine, the United States, and Bosnia, LaMotte methodically challenges narratives that keep us immobile...
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Bolstered and trained in love and female friendship, the vulnerable, sleep-deprived, tender, and ferocious Mama Bear inside each of us can bring forth beautiful havoc on our world. Mama Bear's Manifesto is a practical, compelling book about devoted friendship and unbridled passion. Leslie Klipsch employs the stress and beauty of motherhood to guide readers to discover life's marvelous momentum and the ways in which mothers can carve out community,...
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Blends academic and activist perspectives to explore recent emancipatory struggles to win and transform state power.
For decades, emancipatory struggles have been deeply influenced by the slogan "Change the world without taking power." Amid growing social inequalities and the return of right-wing authoritarianism, however, many now recognize the limits of disengaging from government and the state. From the Streets to the State chronicles many diverse...
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Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World by Anand Giridharadas: Conversation Starters
This 2018, former New York Times columnist Anand Giridharadas publishes his book Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World. This book is a groundbreaking investigation of the collective efforts of global elites to "change the world." According to Giridharadas, these efforts are really stemmed from the desire to preserve the status...
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The author of Impact uses this compilation of inspiring stories of disabled people to convey ten important life lessons to help anyone.
This book reveals that people with disabilities are the invisible force that has shaped history. They have been instrumental in the growth of freedom and birth of democracy. They have produced heavenly music and exquisite works of art. They have unveiled the scientific secrets of the universe. They are among our most...
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You will discover how this decentralized digital currency has the potential to disrupt the traditional financial system and reshape the way we conduct business.We will start by providing a basic understanding of what Bitcoin is and how it works, so that even those who are new to the world of cryptocurrency can follow along. From there, we will delve deeper into the technology behind Bitcoin, called blockchain, which enables the secure and transparent...
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One of the most outstanding features of Robert Griffin III's football career has been his commitment to personally connecting with his fans. From his earliest days with the Washington Redskins, RG3, as Griffin has been nicknamed, has conducted himself in such a way as to become a popular role model. He promotes healthy physical lifestyles, strong spiritual faith and values, and a commitment to giving time to others in need. This book highlights one...