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The only Hip Hop Book Series that explains the culture fully in the fewest words!*** Author of "Rapper's Delight" essay currently archived at the Library of Congress ****** Guest speaker of BBC2 Radio "Rapper's Delight 40th Anniversary" by DJ Trevor Nelson - September 2019 ***Whether you are a fan of hip hop or you are just curious about it, you will not have to look further after finding Eric Reese's The History of Hip Hop. This concise but in-depth book explores all the distinguishing traits of what is not only a genre of music but a lifestyle. Reese traces the history of hip hop from its beginnings in the 1970s and reveals how it changed in the next decades until it became a worldwide phenomenon. The author gives attention to the influence of hip hop at every level, including art and fashion. He also makes valuable considerations about its originality in comparison with other genres.From the pages of The History of Hip Hop, you will realize the impact hip hop has on our society. Reese explains every aspect of its powerful influence and considers it not only as a musical genre but as a way of living. I like that after exploring the origins of hip hop and its meaning for African Americans, Reese included references to its worldwide presence. It shows its importance better than anything else. Reese's style is essential and clear. He does not linger on long and superfluous dissertations, but he goes straight to the point and enlightens the key concepts with clarity. At the end of The History of Hip Hop, you can be sure you will have all the elements to understand hip hop. You will also know what sets it apart from other musical genres. In short, you will have a clear picture in your mind, and you will be able to understand hip hop better. - Reviewed By Astrid Iustulin for Readers' FavoriteHip Hop Truth for the Art and Pulse of America!Hip Hop from 2001-2010--What a beginning to Y2K? Only one hip hop history book tells you how Hip Hop & Trap took over for ages to come!This rap history book puts you directly in the minds of the young American hip hop family tree of MCs and dancers of the good ole days of the first decade of the millennium where Hip Hop and Trap first meshed resulting in a brand new wave of artists, collaborating together to produce incredible classics that we still cherish to this day.What you'll uncover in this hip hop book series which you won't find elsewhere:Rap Legends on the East & West Coasts and the Dirty SouthHip Hop Dance & the leading artists behind the trendThe Decade of Jay-Z, Nas & Kanye WestThe Rise of TrapOld School vs New School Rappers and now TrapperGreatest moments and highlights from 2001-2010Facts surrounding some of the beefs and diss tracks between artistsEra of the MixtapeAnd much more...As this music legacy continues to expand its sway, know for sure it's here to stay.History of Hip Hop Volume Four gives you a direct-straight to the point history of the indisputable legendary force of rap artists and their deejays. Hip Hop lives on!

JUST BREATHE is a series of empowering thoughts that you can choose to incorporate into every breath...NO MATTER WHAT. It establishes a mindset that will transform your thoughts and generate emotions and actions of hope, power, and joy, calming, and creating a safe space for you at that moment. The book contains five pages that you can journal or sketch your thoughts and growth in, It establishes a mindset that will transform your thoughts and generate emotions and actions of hope, power, and joy, creating a calm and safe space for you at that moment. This is a wonderful tool and daily reminder that we all need to sometimes sit back and JUST BREATHE! Enjoy seven verses, each starting with the first letter of BREATHE and complimented with an artist illustration of each statement. Linda Levitt is a writer and artist. She loves nature and her children She is a life-long educator and happiness practitioner who has penned a number of self-help brochures. JUST BREATHE is her first self-help book.Dan Kraus is the illustrator for JUST BREATHE. He has two other books, Pamsey and Me & Go Away Bee, and devotes most of his time to the arts, his little Chihuahua, Rocky, and his best friend, Nancy.

Get into the holiday spirit with a charming new twist on Clement Clarke Moore's classic Christmas poem, "The Night Before Christmas." This modern Scots translation by Kirsty Strange is perfect for the whole family. With original illustrations by Jessie Willcox Smith and a sweet musical song, this book will surely become a beloved part of your holiday traditions. A glossary of Scottish words is included at the end of the book to make the Scottish dialect more accessible. "The Night Before Christmas in Scotland" has a touch of Scottish humour while preserving the essence of the original poem. The audio version of the book features a score recording sung by Kirsty Strange to add a wee bit of festive magic to your holiday season. This quirky take on a classic makes a fantastic stocking filler or Christmas Eve gift. It's a great gift for anyone who loves poetry, humour, or Scottish culture and for those who collect different versions of "The Night Before Christmas." Share this fun keepsake with family members during holiday gatherings as a delightful addition to any book lover's collection.

"The Christmas Alphabet" is a picture book designed for babies and toddlers.Bring Christmas cheer to little ones with this fun and beautifully illustrated book. This festive book helps young children improve their vocabulary by exploring Christmas-themed words, rhymes, and pictures."A is for Angel,so elegant and kind.B is for Bauble,around the tree you'll find.C is for cookies,Santa's snack before he goes.D is for Drink,like a mug of warm cocoa."Suitable for children aged 0-5Each letter of the alphabet has an associated picture and rhyme to aid with language developmentEncourages conversations themed around ChristmasSoft watercolour illustrations help promote a calm environment for childrenA great Christmas treat for little learnersCan be used to support the understanding of the English language in non-English speaking childrenA Christmas book for all of the family to enjoy.

Confessions of a Sports Bettor!When Joel Soper placed his first "sure thing" bet at the Detroit Race Course back in 1987, he never imagined that such an innocent gesture might lead him down the path to gambling addiction. But now, after tossing millions of dollars into the bonfire of unfulfilled dreams, Joel is stepping out of the shadows to bare his soul about the realities of compulsive sports betting.Never Enough Zeroes is an unflinching and searing portrayal that exposes the all-too-human foibles of a man trapped on the treadmill of obsession. Co-author Philip Wyeth captures the essence of Joel's tortured existence by telling his unforgettable life story with compassion, humor, and literary flair.The result is a memoir that will touch readers from all backgrounds as it throws a lifeline to anyone caught in the relentless undertow of addiction who also dreams of creating a better version of themselves."I've made millions of dollars with my silver tongue, but it always just slips through my fingers..."As more states legalize gambling across the nation, Joel's story is an especially timely warning about this scourge where losses often extend beyond money into broken relationships and mental health issues. The proliferation of live betting has the potential to turn a generation of unwitting sports fans into nothing more than rats frantically tapping their phone screens for the next dopamine rush.This book is a call to action! It raises a banner of hope amid a sea of desperation, and signals the start of a new alliance which is weaving a safety net so that addicts of all stripes might never hit rock bottom again.As Joel continues his difficult journey as a "work in progress," he hopes that Never Enough Zeroes will be a worthy addition to the self-help canon, as well as a companion piece to the mental health professional's bookshelf."If you know you're powerless over gambling, how can you make gambling powerless over you?"

Specific/urgent attention should be paid to the non-fiction poem 'LEST SHE FORGETS' re the UK Mountbatten-Windsor royal family/World War Three agenda. Sanity galvanizes readers to act!

Black and brown mothers are crying out to a God who undoubtedly hears and answers prayers. It is an intense time of difficulty, trouble, and pain. Crisis demands attention, and actions must be taken to address these unstable, uncertain, unjust, and often unpredictable situations. The perils of our time are not the results of random, isolated, unexpected activities. It results from years of human subjugation, hidden plans, secret forces, health and financial disparities, fears, and insecurities, vicious mindsets, abuse of power, racism, and absolute hatred. There is a demand and clamor for change being led by weeping, wailing, mourning mothers. It is an unseen protest; it is a powerful movement of mothers marching, chanting, and crying out for their children to a just God who will not turn them away. Poverty, violence, oppression, and murder have wrapped themselves like a python around the hearts of black and brown mothersaround the world. The incessant and continued squeeze of injustice has caused them to cry out from the unbearable pain. There is a sound filling the atmosphere and rising to heaven. The land is polluted with the blood of black and brown victims. The blood is crying out to the all-knowing God who hears and sees. Mothers are crying and will not be comforted because their children are being intimidated, abused, captured, and imprisoned. Many are no longer alive. "Hear a just cause, O Lord!" A revival of prayer is arising all over the world. This sound has been heard before. Jeremiah, the Prophet, heard it in his day. It was the sound of bitter weeping and deep anguish. It was the sound of mothers crying out for theirchildren. They could not remain silent. There was no comfort. Jeremiah said, "A cry was heard in Ramah" (Jeremiah 31:15). Deep anguish and bitter weeping has overtaken the land. Mother Rachel is weeping for her children. She refuses to be comforted, for her children are gone. Jeremiah heard a prophetic sound. It was the sound produced by devastation designed to subdue a whole nation of people. It was the sound of inconsolable grief. The most ruthless of tactics used by enemy forces is to kill the children in order to break the will of those who are under attack. Jeremiah heard the cries of mothers who watched the massacre of their children. It was the sound of crisis; it was the sound of an oppressed people being abused by power and authority that had no regard for the sanctity of their lives. It was a tragedy ofunfathomable proportion. Broken hearts, broken families, and broken lives produce a sound. Black and brown mothers are incessantly crying out as they see their children being killed, captured, and taken into slavery. The prayers of black and brown mothers will not be denied; they will not be silenced. God does hear a mother's cry! This anthology of prayers from the hearts of black and brown mothers is a unique compilation of co-authors who represent varying ages and perspectives. Each author shares in a brief biographical format the process of life that led them to the targeted prayer of their heart for this project. Although each author's life plan has been different, there is a common focus that unites.It is the shared experience of being a black or brown mother with the same fears and concerns forthe welfare of their children. They share a unique experience because they are black and brown. These mothers have hopes and dreams for the futures of their children. These are mothers who will not give up and have united to seek the resources of heaven by faith and prayer.