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The Trust Gap

Where Distrust Is a Problem, Where It’s Not, and Why That Matters

by Aaron Martin ...

The idea that a wave of distrust has swept over established democracies in recent years is commonly accepted. This book presents a contrary view. Drawing on various datasets, it reveals a disconnect between the popular commentary and the empirical reality.The Trust Gap suggests that the most extreme cases — such as the US and the UK — distort our thinking about trust. It looks beyond trust in ... Read more

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The idea that a wave of distrust has swept over established democracies in recent years is commonly accepted. This book presents a contrary view. Drawing on various datasets, it reveals a disconnect between the popular commentary and the empirical reality.The Trust Gap suggests that the most extreme cases — such as the US and the UK — distort our thinking about trust. It looks beyond trust in
... Read more
The Tall Tale of Paul Bunyan

The Graphic Novel

by Martin Powell ...

Illustrated by Aaron Blecha ...

Series series Graphic Spin
The legendary woodsman Paul Bunyan was the biggest man who ever lived. He had wagon wheels for shirt buttons, and his axe took an entire town a whole month to build! One day, Paul finds a big blue ox frozen in the snow. He nurses the behemoth back to health, and names his new companion Babe. The two travel the land, and clear the way for settlers who will soon follow. ... Read more

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The legendary woodsman Paul Bunyan was the biggest man who ever lived. He had wagon wheels for shirt buttons, and his axe took an entire town a whole month to build! One day, Paul finds a big blue ox frozen in the snow. He nurses the behemoth back to health, and names his new companion Babe. The two travel the land, and clear the way for settlers who will soon follow.
... Read more
Young People and Politics

Political Engagement in the Anglo-American Democracies

by Aaron Martin ...

Series series Routledge Research in Comparative Politics
This book examines young people’s political engagement in the Anglo-American democracies.It is often alleged that young people are disengaged from politics on a number of levels. The commonly held view is that young people don’t vote, they do not trust politicians and have low levels of political interest. But is this true, where is it true and to what extent? Examining voter turnout, political ... Read more

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This book examines young people’s political engagement in the Anglo-American democracies.It is often alleged that young people are disengaged from politics on a number of levels. The commonly held view is that young people don’t vote, they do not trust politicians and have low levels of political interest. But is this true, where is it true and to what extent? Examining voter turnout, political
... Read more
The Ugly Duckling

The Graphic Novel

by Martin Powell, Hans C. Andersen ...

Illustrated by Aaron Blecha ...

Series series Graphic Spin
In a faraway land, perched upon her little nest, Mother Duck waits for her last remaining egg to hatch. When the odd little egg finally breaks open, Mother Duck is shocked to see an ugly duckling staring up at her. Despite its homeliness, Mother Duck adores her awkward child and does her best to protect him. Unfortunately, no one else on the farm wants anything to do with the Ugly Duckling, and he ... Read more

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In a faraway land, perched upon her little nest, Mother Duck waits for her last remaining egg to hatch. When the odd little egg finally breaks open, Mother Duck is shocked to see an ugly duckling staring up at her. Despite its homeliness, Mother Duck adores her awkward child and does her best to protect him. Unfortunately, no one else on the farm wants anything to do with the Ugly Duckling, and he
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Transgressive Tech

The Privatization of the Public Interest

Edited by Linnet Taylor, Aaron Martin, Siddharth Peter de Souza, Joan López Solano, Ouejdane Sabbah, Franklyn Ohai ...

Series series Digital Studies
This collection of essays, written by authors from diverse countries across four continents, explores the similarities and differences in technological expansionism. It examines how technology companies establish themselves in new markets and sectors and charts how technology projects increasingly capture public functions and infrastructures, raising critical concerns for democratic legitimacy and ... Read more

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This collection of essays, written by authors from diverse countries across four continents, explores the similarities and differences in technological expansionism. It examines how technology companies establish themselves in new markets and sectors and charts how technology projects increasingly capture public functions and infrastructures, raising critical concerns for democratic legitimacy and
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Creating Brave Spaces for LGBTQIA+ Students

Five Keys to Schoolwide Belonging and Safety

by Craig Aarons-Martin ...

All students—especially vulnerable LGBTQIA+ students—deserve a safe place to learn, and all it takes is the opportunity to be BRAVE.Many LGBTQIA+ kids don't experience the safety and belonging they need, especially in a political environment that sometimes seeks to deny the existence of LGBTQIA+ identity. How can educators help these students feel welcome and free to be their authentic selves at ... Read more

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All students—especially vulnerable LGBTQIA+ students—deserve a safe place to learn, and all it takes is the opportunity to be BRAVE.Many LGBTQIA+ kids don't experience the safety and belonging they need, especially in a political environment that sometimes seeks to deny the existence of LGBTQIA+ identity. How can educators help these students feel welcome and free to be their authentic selves at
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Orange County Jew: a Memoir

by Martin Aaron Brower ...

When Martin Brower moved his family from heavily Jewish Los Angeles to barely Jewish Orange County, California, in 1974, his Los Angeles friends were amazed at his bravery and his foolishness.Orange County was considered anti-Semitic and lacking in culture.However, during the years following World War II, Orange County was transformed from a small rural community with citrus groves, row crops and ... Read more

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When Martin Brower moved his family from heavily Jewish Los Angeles to barely Jewish Orange County, California, in 1974, his Los Angeles friends were amazed at his bravery and his foolishness.Orange County was considered anti-Semitic and lacking in culture.However, during the years following World War II, Orange County was transformed from a small rural community with citrus groves, row crops and
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Los Angeles Jew

A Memoir

by Martin Aaron Brower ...

During the 80 years of this author's life, the Jewish population of the City of Los Angeles exploded from a mere 65,000 Jews to 520,000 Jews, establishing Los Angeles as the third largest Jewish population center in the world.Yet, little has been written about this transformation, with most Jewish generational novels concentrating on the New YorkJewish experience.And yet,the Los Angeles Jewish ... Read more

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During the 80 years of this author's life, the Jewish population of the City of Los Angeles exploded from a mere 65,000 Jews to 520,000 Jews, establishing Los Angeles as the third largest Jewish population center in the world.Yet, little has been written about this transformation, with most Jewish generational novels concentrating on the New YorkJewish experience.And yet,the Los Angeles Jewish
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The Plinko Bounce

by Martin Clark ...

Narrated by David Aaron Baker, Morgan Hallett ...

Unabridged

10 hours 9 min

A New York Times Book Review Best Thriller of 2023!For seventeen years, small-town public defender Andy Hughes has been underpaid to look after the poor, the addicted, and the unfortunate souls who constantly cycle through the courts, charged with petty crimes. Then, in the summer of 2020, he’s assigned to a grotesque murder case that brings national media focus to rural Patrick County, Virginia ... Read more

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A New York Times Book Review Best Thriller of 2023!For seventeen years, small-town public defender Andy Hughes has been underpaid to look after the poor, the addicted, and the unfortunate souls who constantly cycle through the courts, charged with petty crimes. Then, in the summer of 2020, he’s assigned to a grotesque murder case that brings national media focus to rural Patrick County, Virginia
... Read more
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Dark Charisma

How Some People Command Attention, Influence Others, and Dominate Social Spaces

by Aaron Spinster ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Martin G ...

Series Audiobook 6 - Dark Psychology in Real Life
Unabridged

1 hour 35 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Some people don’t ask for attention. They take control of the room the moment they walk in.Dark Charisma explores the hidden psychology behind powerful personalities who influence emotions, command attention, and dominate social spaces without force. This book breaks down why certain people become unforgettable, why confidence feels magnetic, and how ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Some people don’t ask for attention. They take control of the room the moment they walk in.Dark Charisma explores the hidden psychology behind powerful personalities who influence emotions, command attention, and dominate social spaces without force. This book breaks down why certain people become unforgettable, why confidence feels magnetic, and how
... Read more
Data Protection in Humanitarian Action

Responding to Crises in a Data-Driven World

Edited by Ana Beduschi, Massimo Marelli, Aaron Martin ...

This book is the product of a collaboration between the data protection offices of the ICRC and UNHCR, alongside the Global Privacy Assembly, to reflect on a decade of progress in data protection in humanitarian contexts. Through practitioner perspectives, empirical research, and conceptual reflections, it examines how data protection underpins trust, accountability, and respect for affected ... Read more

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This book is the product of a collaboration between the data protection offices of the ICRC and UNHCR, alongside the Global Privacy Assembly, to reflect on a decade of progress in data protection in humanitarian contexts. Through practitioner perspectives, empirical research, and conceptual reflections, it examines how data protection underpins trust, accountability, and respect for affected
... Read more
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Guilt, Shame & Obligation

The Emotional Weapons Used to Control Your Behavior and Silence Your Boundaries

by Aaron Spinster ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Martin G ...

Series Audiobook 6 - Manipulation Tactics Deep Dives
Unabridged

2 hours 42 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Do you constantly feel guilty for saying no, responsible for other people's emotions, or afraid of disappointing those around you? If so, you may be facing one of the most powerful forms of control: emotional manipulation.Guilt, Shame & Obligation exposes the hidden psychological tactics that manipulators use to influence behavior, silence boundaries, ... Read more

$16.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Do you constantly feel guilty for saying no, responsible for other people's emotions, or afraid of disappointing those around you? If so, you may be facing one of the most powerful forms of control: emotional manipulation.Guilt, Shame & Obligation exposes the hidden psychological tactics that manipulators use to influence behavior, silence boundaries,
... Read more

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