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Orange Crash: the 2015 Federal Election
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Orange Crash: the 2015 Federal Election

From: From Layton to Singh

Chapter 4 examines the NDP’s failure to maintain the surge in popularity experienced under Layton’s leadership in the 2015 Federal Election. The chapter covers topics including … 19 $1.90 Add
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Passion

Passion

From: On Love and Tyranny

This chapter explores Arendt’s relationship with the philosopher Martin Heidegger. 10 $1.00 Add
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Penultimate Perspectives

Penultimate Perspectives

From: "At the Barricades"

Reflection on philosophies and past activities and the role played by the defence of democracy, and some advice for successors. 13 $1.30 Add
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Porcelain Legs

From: The Whole Animal

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Preface

From: Exile

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Alexa!
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Prologue

From: Alexa!

A brief look at Alexa’s entry into the political fray and the women who inspired, supported, and pushed her to make such a difficult decision. Also a glimpse of the relationship and history … 6 $0.60 Add
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Public personae: living in the public eye

Public personae: living in the public eye

PART 2: LEADING WITH NERVE

From: Nerve

This chapter discusses being a female leader in the public eye. The authors talk about their experience with building a public persona, communicating, and dealing with public scrutiny. ; 19 $1.90 Add
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Reconciliation

Reconciliation

From: On Love and Tyranny

This chapter examines Arendt’s near-death experience in a car accident in 1962, and the death of her husband in 1970. 9 $0.90 Add
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Replanning the Downtown

Replanning the Downtown

From: How We Changed Toronto

1970s. Downtown development and the central area plan 25 $2.50 Add
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Alexa!
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Running From Hounds

From: Alexa!

The budding of Alexa’s political career, the chapter explores her flirtation with the Liberal Party and her commitment to civic service and progress in Halifax, all while dancing ever … 38 $3.80 Add
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Serendipity: happy surprise

Serendipity: happy surprise

PART 1: DEVELOPING THE NERVE TO LEAD

From: Nerve

The authors talk about the serendipity of impactful relationships and moments. They remember their mentors, sponsors and the lessons they have learned throughout their life and career. ; 14 $1.40 Add
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Siberpoo

From: The Whole Animal

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Still Hopeful
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Still Hopeful

Lessons from a Lifetime of Activism

“Canada’s best-known voice of dissent.” — CBC In this timely book, Barlow counters the prevailing atmosphere of pessimism that surrounds us and offers lessons of hope that … 240 View
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Super-aging: the joys of old age

Super-aging: the joys of old age

PART 3 LIFE AFTER LEADING: THE NERVE TO REDEFINE YOURSELF

From: Nerve

This chapter reflects on the authors retirements, and how they have aged as women. Their reflections include finding joy in life, their spirituality, and health. ; 18 $1.80 Add