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Most cataract surgery patients are optimistic and for good reason. I have personally performed thousands of cataract surgeries in my career, including members of my own family, and the majority of those operations were qualitatively successful. And because of the success rate of such surgeries, many prospective patients expect perfect vision restored with little or no recovery time. But, as with any surgery, there are potential complications.

Gallup's List of Widely Admired People of the 20th Century places President John F. Kennedy in the third slot, behind Martin Luther King, Jr., and Mother Teresa. Needless to say, President Kennedy's name is one that will not soon be forgotten. Many people will simply recall him as the handsome president who reigned for a short while before his unfortunate death at the hands of an assassin in Dallas, Texas. They may recall he was the youngest president to have been sworn into the presidential office or he dealt with issues such as the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Explore captivating stories and facts about African American history! The history of African Americans is a long and tragic chronicle of events. The people who dared to stand up and speak out against the systemic cruelty and oppression were often brutally killed for their efforts. This has created a rich tapestry of defiant and courageous leaders and followers who have gradually pressed for the evolution of thought within the United States of America.

Explore how the Second World War began, the aftermath, and the events in between, while also getting an in-depth look into the extraordinary military operation called D-Day. The Second World War was one of the most traumatic events in human history. Across the world, existing conflicts became connected, entangling nations in a vast web of violence. D-Day was one of the most extraordinary achievements not only of the Second World War but in the whole of military history.

Gallup's List of Widely Admired People of the 20th Century places President John F. Kennedy in the third slot, behind Martin Luther King, Jr., and Mother Teresa. Needless to say, President Kennedy's name is one that will not soon be forgotten. Many people will simply recall him as the handsome president who reigned for a short while before his unfortunate death at the hands of an assassin in Dallas, Texas. They may recall he was the youngest president to have been sworn into the presidential office or he dealt with issues such as the Cuban Missile Crisis.

D-day, the Allied invasion of German-held Normandy, was one of the most extraordinary achievements not only of the Second World War, but in the whole of military history. Millions of Allied personnel were involved in launching the greatest sea-borne invasion ever undertaken. Incredible acts of cunning and of courage ensured success in an operation that changed the face of the war, opening a vast new front. It led to the liberation of France and the defeat of Nazi Germany.

Obsessive, brilliant, and tortured, Nikola Tesla was lauded for his invention of the alternating current (AC) and other significant contributions to science. His claim that “harnessing the forces of nature was the only worthwhile scientific endeavor" both impressed and enraged the scientific community. Eventually his peers could no longer dismiss his eccentricities and began to view him as a crackpot - a potentially dangerous one.  

The narrative of the Korean War in the West, and particularly in the United States, tells the tale of a conflict between two global superpowers and competing ideologies in a far-flung corner of the globe. The reality is that the wheels of motion that drove the country to war in 1950 began turning long before American boots set foot on Korean soil. The heart of the conflict was a civil war between a population arbitrarily divided by colonization and the global geopolitics at the end of the Second World War.

The Haitian Revolution was a slave rebellion that began in 1791 in the French colony of Saint-Domingue, now known as Haiti. On this small island, the tyrants were the slave owners, people who not only denied their slaves freedom, but felt justified in killing them. The Haitian Revolution began to change the way slaves were viewed all over the world.

Two captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: Winston Churchill: A Captivating Guide to the Life of Winston S. Churchill and Franklin Roosevelt: A Captivating Guide to the Life of FDR. Any general biography of Churchill and Roosevelt will provide an overview of their greatest achievements, but Winston and Franklin had other goals and desires that are often ignored and forgotten. What were they? They each had a family - a childhood and children of their own - and a phenomenal political career.

The challenges in operating a successful tax practice have been steadily increasing with stiff competition and new technology making it more difficult than ever to achieve profits and life balance. If you don't have today's knowledge to navigate the ever-changing tax preparation industry, you may be on the path to frustration and stagnation. Whether your dream is to make some extra money doing taxes seasonally, own a lifestyle business where your employees will run the show for you seamlessly, or to grow a multi-office tax business empire, this is the blueprint for success.

As the 32nd president of the United States of America, Franklin Delano Roosevelt is a common household name in both his home country and the world. Known as the man who led the United States through the Great Depression and World War II, Roosevelt was a leader and a statesman, a scholar, and a politician. Franklin D. Roosevelt is the only president to have served for three consecutive terms and voted in for a fourth, a fact that allows him to stand out among the long list of American presidents.

The Second World War was one of the most traumatic events in human history. Across the world, existing conflicts became connected, entangling nations in a vast web of violence. It was fought on land, sea, and air, touching every inhabited continent. Over 55 million people died, some of them combatants, some civilians caught up in the violence, and some murdered by their own governments.

Without a doubt, the name Jacqueline Kennedy draws multiple thoughts to mind. She is, perhaps, most well-known for her service as the first lady of the United States when her husband, John F. Kennedy, took office as the president, and for her role in restoring the White House. While she made major impacts on the White House, Jackie was much more than her title of first lady.

In The Symphony of Consciousness: From Thought to World, Spirit in Consciousness takes listeners on an enlightening journey through the vast realms of consciousness and the universe. We are introduced to the intricate dance of the human spirit and its eternal connection to the cosmos. Through the lens of "The Workshop," listeners are invited to delve deep into self-discovery, unraveling the power of dreams, the significance of connections, and the obstacles that lie within our minds.

Most first-time-dads struggle with pregnancy, which is totally understandable and normal. Becoming a father will be the most important thing you will do in your entire life, but as much as that makes it wonderful, it can also make it quite scary. Thankfully, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know about the pregnancy, the mother, and your baby, so that you can navigate with certainty and purpose through your new role as a father.

12 Life Lessons Every Graduate Should Know is an entertaining parable that answers these questions and offers priceless advice to help you start strong as you enter the real world.  This audiobook is a must-listen for all college graduates and young alumni. Successful entrepreneur and business leader Sean Kouplen served as an adjunct professor for Oklahoma State University and, after class, his students often wanted to visit about their future.

Taj Das, a struggling DJ in his 20’s, searches for love, but it’s far beyond his reach. Taj lives in the shadow of his accomplished older brother and his friend, a popular local DJ. Taj’s father disapproves of his life choices and wants him to pursue a more practical career. Taj and his father butt heads about his future, and their relationship becomes more contentious as Taj faces an ultimatum without much time to prove his father wrong. After a terrible debut performance, Taj retreats home.

In his newest book, Courage in Crisis, executive coach, pastor, and humanitarian Maksim Asenov shares his own unique story of overcoming crisis and poverty. He explains to listeners that despite how tough the battle you are in might be, you must never give up, never give in, and never surrender.

The Little Book of Cons: How to Detect, Avoid, and Reverse Their Dirty Little Tricks by Max Payne is the sure approach to navigating the treacherous world of con artists and avoiding their tactics. Through research, personal experiences, and a deep understanding of how con artists operate, Max Payne explains how and why con artists do what they do.