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When the US Supreme Court announced its landmark 6-3 decision to take race out of the equation for college and university admissions, it did more than just bring affirmative action in higher education to a screeching halt. It also fired a warning shot across the bow of businesses and governmental agencies across America: the days for workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs that violate the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment have an expiration date. In The Adversity of Diversity, award-winning political scientist Carol M. Swain and collaborator Mike Towle offer an insightful look at DEI's inception and evolution into a billion-dollar industry. Swain and Towle explain why DEI's days are numbered, and how we as a people can move beyond divisiveness toward the unity promised by our nation's motto, E Pluribus Unum, "out of many, one."From Alan Dershowitz's foreword: On the heels of the Supreme Court decision declaring race-based affirmative action in higher education unconstitutional, Swain and Towle's The Adversity of Diversity puts forth a compelling case for questioning the entire diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) industry that has departed from any integrationist goals. It has become an aggressive force that takes organizations away from their core missions and often transforms them into divisive and disruptive institutions that openly violate the rights of members of disfavored groups. Swain's recommended solution of Real Unity Training Solutions entails a return to core American principles that embrace nondiscrimination and equal opportunity in a meritocratic system that recognizes individual rather than group rights.¿I believe that the demise of race-based affirmative action in college admissions should be accompanied by the elimination of most other nonmeritocratic criteria, such as legacy status, athletics, geography, and other nonacademic preferences. We should truly level the playing field by eliminating practices that create division while taking us further from (Dr. Martin Luther) King's vision and the constitutional protections we should welcome. In this book, Swain shares her own affirmative action journey and the factors that enabled her to achieve the American dream. She and her co-author have not given up on the nation's motto of E Pluribus Unum-out of many, one. Her vision for unity rather than what has become divisive training is one we can and should explore. One need not agree with all their observations and proposals to benefit from their wisdom

Of the Excellent Qualities of Coffee, and the Art of Making It in the Highest Perfection is an 19th century essay written by Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, FRS in which he describes his experience making coffee, his opinions on the best manner in which it may be made, bottling methods, and inventions for making coffee.Sir Benjamin Thompson, born in Colonial Massachusetts, demonstrates the full force of his passion and interest in coffee and physics in this work, providing a number of inventions accessible by both rich and poor to produce what was, in the early 19th century, quite good coffee.

Unlock the Wisdom of the Ages with "Meditations for Young Minds"!Discover the wisdom of one of the greatest philosophers of all time with "Meditations for Young Minds: A Condensed Guide to Wisdom." This unique book is a special adaptation of the classic work by Marcus Aurelius, offering simplified reflections and verses that have been specifically adapted for younger readers.The Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is one of the most important works of philosophy and self-improvement ever written. It has been studied and admired for centuries and continues to be a source of inspiration for millions of people around the world. Now, with "Meditations for Young Minds," young readers can discover the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius in a way that is accessible, engaging, and easy to understand.Through engaging and thought-provoking reflections, "Meditations for Young Minds" explores the nature of the universe, the importance of self-improvement, and the virtues of courage, justice, and wisdom. It offers valuable insights and guidance on how to live a virtuous and fulfilling life, instilling important values that will benefit young readers throughout their lives.This book fills a crucial gap in the market for accessible and engaging works of philosophy aimed at younger readers. It's an ideal resource for parents, teachers, and anyone who wants to introduce the youth to the timeless wisdom of philosophy. By introducing young readers to philosophy at an early age, this book has the potential to inspire a new generation of thinkers and leaders."Meditations for Young Minds" is a condensed guide to wisdom, offering valuable insights and guidance that will stay with young readers long after they finish reading. It's an essential addition to any young person's library, and a wonderful gift for anyone who wants to inspire a love of philosophy and self-improvement in the next generation.

The mountainous land of Evrytania, a province in central Greece, has an illustrious history. Although Evrytanians are justifiably proud of this history from Ottoman times, World War II, and up to the present, many people are unaware that this history is in fact much more ancient. This book states that the region was first settled around 5,000 years ago, and describes the first Evrytanians, their customs, and their first king, Evrytos, after whom the Evrytanians are named. The book also describes how the people of Evrytania fought and won existential battles to save the entire Greek people, not just their civilization, in 279 BC. As this book explains, if the Evrytanians had lost these battles, the Greek nation would have been lost. Especially instrumental were the brave women of Evrytania!