Awesome Battles for Kids: The Vietnam War explores the political and military dynamics that shaped the course of the war, from the early days of French colonialism to the fall of Saigon.

Awesome Battles for Kids: The Vietnam War chronicles the human cost of the war, its impact on both the United States and Vietnam, and its lasting legacy on international relations.

Awesome Battles for Kids: The Vietnam War provides kids with valuable knowledge at an early age, gives them a head start at school, sets them on the path to success, and instills in them a hunger for knowledge.

Inside Awesome Battles for Kids: The Vietnam War, discover:

• Insight into the reasons behind the US involvement in Vietnam
• Eye-opening details about the biggest aerial bombardment campaigns in military history
• Haunting battles such as Dong Xoai, Ia Drang, Xuan Loc, and Hamburger Hill
• Revealing information about the leaders, heroes, tactics, weapons, and technology

And much, much more!

Grab your copy of Awesome Battles for Kids: The Vietnam War today and let your kid discover the epic tales of bravery, cunning, and triumph that shaped our world.

Bestselling author Adeline Yen Mah explores an extraordinary view of the great story of China over the last two millennia in this nonfiction work, which also includes black-and-white photographs.

A powerful and passionate memoir, My Name Is Number 4 is the gripping tale of one girl's life growing up during China's Cultural Revolution.

Number Four will have a difficult life. These are the words that were uttered upon Ting-xing Ye's birth. Soon this prophecy would prove only too true. . . .

Here is the real-life story about the fourth child in a family torn apart by China's Cultural Revolution. After the death of both of her parents, Ting-xing and her siblings endured brutal Red Guard attacks on their schools and even in their home. At the age of sixteen, Ting-xing is exiled to a prison farm far from the world she knows.

How she struggled through years of constant terror while keeping her spirit intact is at the heart of My Name Is Number 4. Haunting and inspiring, Ting-xing Ye's personal account of this horrific period in history is one that no reader will soon forget.

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According to the 'World Population Review 2021, ' the powerful country in the world is the United States, followed by China, Russia, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

The survey ranks 80 countries on the basis of five criteria: international and military alliances, political and economic influence, and leadership skills.

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The US tops the list with a massive GDP of $21 trillion. Meanwhile, China has a GDP of $14 trillion.

Despite being defended by US Biden Joe Biden as a 'necessary measure, ' the controversial withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan after two decades of war, the country is being deemed as a hegemon in retreat by critics.

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President Vladimir Putin had himself said that the US and Russia no longer decide the answers to the most important questions in the world.

He added that China and Germany are headed for superpower status due to the waning influence and the US.

India occupies the 13th spot on the list with a GDP of almost $3 trillion. Its rich talent pool and affordable connectivity are crucial factors that will improve its ranking in the future.

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If you ever thought history is boring, this funny and astonishing book is the perfect solution

DID YOU KNOW THAT...

One of India's greatest emperors was erased from all history books for nearly 1,500 years?

Beetles and beetle wings were a much sought-after fashion accessory once upon a time?

The iron pillar in Delhi's Qutub complex does not rust?

A French astronomer discovered the remains of a Roman port in South India?

A caravan of elephants and camels from India once paraded the frozen streets of

St Petersburg, Russia?

Dive into these and many more odd and wonderful facts from the pages of Indian history. You will find here the megacity of ancient India whose existence we know of today from the accounts of Chinese and Greek travellers; the architects who created whispering galleries; the cluster of houses in Rajasthan covered with vibrant frescoes; and the strange story of how tea came to India. Lovelorn princes who lost their kingdoms; intrepid botanists who studied and recorded every plant in the Malabar region; the poem written in praise of garlic--these are some of the nuggets that capture the peculiar, the fascinating and the eccentric bits of history the way no textbook ever will

Gandhi's Salt March united all Indians in peaceful protest for independence. Yet British forces met them with violence and imprisonment. In this story of India's struggle for freedom, we'll learn how Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent action overpowered the British government. And we'll witness how Gandhi's actions influenced civil rights movements around the world.

With this salt, I am rocking the foundations of an Empire.―Mohandas Gandhi, 1930

On April 6, 1930, Mohandas Gandhi stood on the coast of the Arabian Sea in western India. He and his followers had walked 241 miles (388 kilometers) to reach this place. Now, at the end of their long journey, Gandhi made a simple gesture marking the beginning of a revolution: he reached down, grabbed a clump of sea salt, and raised it overhead. This signaled to all Indians to embark on a course of civil disobedience―making and selling their own salt.

At this time, India had been ruled by the British Empire for more than 200 years. The British had taken control of India's main industries, including its highly profitable salt manufacturing process. By law, Indians were not allowed to produce their own salt―or to even pick up a lump of sea salt. Everyone in India, no matter how poor, paid a salt tax to the British government.

A treasure-trove it is,

This poetry called sijo.

It's full of words of wisdom

Written down ages ago.

Here is a question for you. Are sijos (or goshijos--the classical poetry from long ago Korea) worth the read?As you can surmise, they are terribly old. As some are almost 700 years old, they sound mummified at best. It's not hard to imagine ancient dust strewn about the disintegrating manuscripts. Besides, these poems allude to a time altogether different from the world we now live. But the truth of the matter is, despite the achievements mankind has made as a whole, man has not really changed. The human nature and the internal sensibilities of man--the need of familial warmth, loyalty in friendship, man's quest for love, the desire for fame and recognition, the yearning for inner happiness and peace, to name a few--are as inherent to man today as they were hundreds and thousands of years ago. That is why sijos have been loved. Sijos still speak clearly to the man within, albeit hundreds of years down the line. So, here is a loud Hear, hear for sijos. Come and unearth the golden treasure that has been faithfully preserved from the bygone kingdom days of Korea

Miss Anna wrote this book with a singular audience in mind--people all over the world who are aspiring to learn Korean, children included. Hence, she has poured in all her creative energy to make classical sijo, also called goshijo, more accessible to language learners. You will find in this book:

1. Vivid illustrations and captions in Korean and English.
2. A simple pronunciation guide for each word for the everyday English-speaking people (not the McCune-Reischauer translation nor the commonly employed Romanization of Korean which are geared more for language experts and the linguists of the land). Note that some sounds cannot be accurately transcribed and taught through a book. Therefore, to get the correct nuance of the Korean letters, please consult a nature speaker of Korean.
3. The most accurate sense of the words and the meaning of words (and groups of words) in English.
4. Definition of words and groups of words in modern Korean for native speakers of Korean as a way to refresh their understanding of the sijo.
5. The thematic undertone for each poem.
6. Miss Anna's version of the sijo in English. (In all cases, the inherent music and the overall rhythm of a language are forever lost in translation. Hence, she focused on providing the most accurate sense and meaning behind each sijo on behalf of the poets.)
7. A short story behind each poem and the poet. This narrative does much to provide a fuller and a richer understanding of the poem. As the reader gets acquainted with the historical backdrop behind each piece, he/she will perceive its underlying emotions as well.

In this book, you will find twenty classical sijos very much beloved by the Korean people. There are ruminations about life and words of wisdom that the poets wished to impart. What are some topics? Filial duty, the sentiments of the elderly, the call for industry in life, and the longing desire to have inner peace are just some of the themes covered in this collection. To sing its praises, the illustrations are just wonderful The English translation ideal and to the point And the background narrative of each poetic piece telling and altogether meaningful All in all, this book is illuminating, interesting, and highly enjoyable (and shhh...educational). So, do sit before the enduring words of these ancient poets and peruse alongside them. Who knows? There may be much to glean from their understanding and from their take on life, even though they lived hundreds of years prior to you. Buy the book and uncover the ancient paths well hidden within the sijos. Discover the sijo at its contemplative best

A treasure-trove it is,

This poetry called sijo.

It's full of words of wisdom

Written down ages ago.

Here is a question for you. Are sijos (or goshijos--the classical poetry from long ago Korea) worth the read? As you can surmise, they are terribly old. As some are almost 700 years old, they sound mummified at best. It's not hard to imagine ancient dust strewn about the disintegrating manuscripts. Besides, these poems allude to a time altogether different from the world we now live. But the truth of the matter is, despite the achievements mankind have made as a whole, man has not really changed. The human nature and the internal sensibilities of man--the need of familial warmth, loyalty in friendship, man's quest for love, the desire for fame and recognition, the yearning for inner happiness and peace, to name a few--are as inherent to man today as they were hundreds and thousands of years ago. That is why sijos have been loved. Sijos still speak clearly to the man within, albeit hundreds of years down the line. So, here is a loud Hear, hear for sijos. Come and unearth the golden treasure that has been faithfully preserved from the bygone kingdom days of Korea

Miss Anna wrote this book with a singular audience in mind--people all over the world who are aspiring to learn Korean, children included. Hence, she has poured in all her creative energy to make classical sijo, also called goshijo, more accessible to language learners. You will find in this book:

1. Vivid illustrations and captions in Korean and English.
2. A simply pronunciation guide for each word for the everyday English-speaking people (not the McCune-Reischauer transliteration nor the commonly employed Romanization of Korean which are geared more for language experts and the linguists of the land). Note that some sounds cannot be accurately transcribed and taught through a book. Therefore, to get the correct nuance of the Korean letters, please consult a native speaker of Korean.
3. The most accurate sense of the words and the meaning of words (and groups of words) in English.
4. Definition of words and groups of words in modern Korean for native speakers of Korean as a way to refresh their understanding of the sijo.
5. The thematic undertone of each poem.
6. Miss Anna's version of the sijo in English. (In all cases, the inherent music and the overall rhythm of a language are forever lost in translation. Hence, she focused on providing the most accurate sense and meaning behind each sijo on behalf of the poets.)
7. A short story behind each poem and the poet. This narrative does much to provide a fuller and a richer understanding of the poem. As the reader gets acquainted with the historical backdrop behind each piece, he/she will perceive its underlying emotions as well.

In this book, you will find twenty classical sijos very much beloved by the Korean people. There are ruminations about life and words of wisdom that the poets wished to impart. What are some topics? Filial duty, the sentiments of the elderly, the call for industry in life, and the longing desire to have inner peace are just some of the themes covered in this collection. To sing its praises, the illustrations are just wonderful The English translation ideal and to the point And the background narrative of each poetic piece telling and altogether meaningful All in all, this book is illuminating, interesting, and highly enjoyable (and shhh...education). So, do sit before the enduring words of these ancient poets and peruse alongside them. Who knows? There may be much to glean for their understanding and from their take on life, even though they lived hundreds of years prior to you. Buy the book and uncover the ancient paths well hidden within the sijos. Discover the sijo at its contemplative best

Dr. Samir Kumar Verma is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Delhi. He has done his graduation and post-graduation from Kirori Mai College, University of Delhi, and M.Phil. in Chinese and Japanese Studies from University of Delhi. He has done his Ph.D. from V. K.S. University, Arrah, Bihar. He has served as a Reader and Convenor of different Committees at Satyawati College Eve., University of Delhi. He teaches courses in Medieval History to undergraduate students at Satyawati College Eve., University of Delhi. He also teaches postgraduate students at IGNOU. Besides teaching, he has a particular interest in taking the students on educational tours to various historical places across India. He has published several articles in various national journals.

This book uses a variety of viewpoints to show how, between 1600 and 1857, the East India Company promoted cross-cultural connections between the English and diverse South Asian tribes, and how these interactions changed significant aspects of both British and South Asian history. The volume demonstrates how the Company's history and its greater historical significance can be best understood by appreciating the myriad ways in which these interactions shaped the Company's story and changed the course of history as opposed to viewing the Company as an organisation projecting its authority from London to India. The work includes analyses of the formulation of economic theory, the development of corporate strategy, the mechanics of state finance, the mapping of maritime jurisdiction, the government and practise of religions, domesticity, travel, diplomacy, state formation, art, gift-giving, incarceration, and rebellion. It brings together the most recent research and a number of case studies. The pieces taken as a whole will increase knowledge of the particularly corporate characteristics of cross-cultural interaction during a vital early stage of globalisation.
This volume will be helpful to academics and researchers of modern history, South Asian studies, economic history, and political studies since it is insightful and clear.
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Britain was quickly overtaking France as the most powerful country in Europe, a position France had long thought to be hers. However, because France still controlled the strongest continental force, Britain believed its best chances for growth were in the East. Nawab Siraj-ud-daulah, the ruler of Bengal, attempted to expel the British from the subcontinent as Britain's power grew through its official commercial arm, the East India Company, and he turned to France for assistance. Intimate campaigns were conducted during the ensuing conflict by captains, occasionally colonels, and small companies rather than large battalions. Individuals, not anonymous hordes, fought in these conflicts; some were heroes, others were cowards, and the majority were rogues in the making. Alexander Grant, a Jacobite who first escaped from Culloden and then, Flashman-like, was literally the last man into the last boat to escape Calcutta and the infamous Black Hole, are also featured in the story in addition to Robert Clive, a clerk from Shropshire who became effectively an emperor. Eyre Coote, an Irishman who engaged in combat with everyone he met, and Alexander Grant, a Jacobite who first escaped from Cull Robert Clive's astounding victory at Plassey, where 3,000 British and sepoy troops destroyed Siraj-ud-18,000-strong Daulah's Franco-Bengali army in about 40 minutes, marked the end of the fighting. Following the victory at Plassey in 1757, Britain assumed a dominant position in India,