Disaster Ready: Essential Preparedness Strategies for Any Disaster (Empowered Resilience: Thriving in the Face of Uncertainty) by Barrett Williams Price verified 14 minutes ago

Introducing Disaster Ready, the ultimate guide to surviving and thriving in the face of any disaster. This comprehensive eBook is your one-stop-shop for all things emergency preparedness. With a comprehensive 20-chapter guide, Disaster Ready covers everything you need to know to keep yourself and those around you safe and secure during disasters of all types. Chapter 1 lays the foundation for your knowledge by discussing the various types of disasters and how they can affect you. From there, you'll move into risk assessment to determine what disasters are most likely in your area and how to best prepare for them. But simply knowing the risks won't keep you safe - you need a plan. In Chapter 3, Disaster Ready teaches you how to create a disaster plan that's tailored to your specific needs. However, being ready for a disaster goes beyond mental preparation. Chapter 4 delves into preparing your home for potential disasters and Chapter 5 teaches you how to practice evacuation drills so you're ready at a moment's notice. Of course, you can't survive a disaster without food and water. Chapter 6 is dedicated to food and water preparedness, including tips on storing and rationing. And don't forget emergency kits - Chapter 7 covers what you need to have on hand for any situation. Communication is vital during a disaster, but technology can often fail us when we need it most. In Chapter 8, Disaster Ready lays out a plan for staying in contact with loved ones and first responders. Children and pets are often overlooked in preparedness plans, but not so in Disaster Ready. Chapters 9 and 10 cover everything you need to know to keep your kids and pets safe during emergencies. First aid is a crucial skill in any disaster, and Chapter 11 provides an emergency kit checklist and first aid basics. Unfortunately, the aftermath of a disaster can be just as traumatic as the disaster itself. Chapter 12 teaches you how to cope with the trauma and stress of disaster. But what about ...

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

Sociological Thinking in Contemporary Organizational Scholarship (Research in the Sociology of Organizations Book 90) by Stewart Clegg (Emerald Publishing Limited) Price verified 5 hours ago

The ebook edition of this title is Open Access and freely available to read online. Though organizational scholarship traces its intellectual lineage from a diversity of sources, there is little doubt that in recent years a key divide has emerged amongst organization scholars and sociologists. For many, if not most, it has become unclear what role sociology is supposed to play in organization studies. Against this backdrop, the editors of Sociological Thinking in Contemporary Organizational Scholarship ask: what is "organizational sociology" today? This pathbreaking volume explores the new boundaries of organizational sociology to identify, discuss and challenge sociology's genuine contribution to organization studies. Mapping a community of scholars that transcends disciplinary limitations, chapters follow one simple epistemic logic: society happens in, between, across and around organizations. Breathing fresh life into a once lively dialogue on the social nature, characteristics and consequences of the field, this is a valuable resource for navigating of the varied sociological scholarship we witness amongst today's organization scholars.

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Some Call It Trypophobia by Petronius Jablonski (Chandelier Press) (7 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Clusters of small holes present no obvious danger, yet they induce a primal fear reserved for snakes and death. A recent study only augments the mystery, raising more questions than it answers. Trypophobia is a discovery, not an illness, an encounter with terrible wisdom, the first step on a convoluted path to some dark enlightenment. Found so often in nature, object of apprehension and meditation throughout the ages, this pattern is a symbolic code. Some Call It Trypophobia deciphers it and reckons with the message. Everyday life is more terrifying and bizarre than vampires or zombies. A potent narcotic called Routine numbs you from its primordial strangeness. The essay and stories in this collection peel away the thick callus of familiarity, revealing the world in all its raw horror. Join the Sentinels of the Chandelier. The idea that enlightenment requires a seated posture of meditation is wishful thinking. Accessing the Chandelier of Consciousness, the transcendent mind of which each sentient being is a crystal, demands great exertion and danger. The first amendment protects freedom of religion but not felonies. (Based on an undercover exposé.) Why does a man climb a mountain? To taste the distilled essence of life, to glimpse the clandestine maneuvers of his soul, and to learn the illusory nature of personal identity from a prehistoric ground sloth. (Inspired by a disastrous attempt on Denali.) Defilers of burrows, scourges of the underworld, are Dachshunds not magnificent? Yet it comes as a surprise that the purpose of creation is them, not us. When you meet a wandering sage and his wiener dog, worse news follows. Apparently Schrödinger did not have a cat. (This story has been expanded to convenient novel size.) Letting your girlfriend drag you to Burning Man, what were you thinking? Her brainless ideas -- foolish in theory, disastrous in practice, subjected to the analytic rigor of a child at Chuck E. Cheese's -- why don't you act as the ...

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The Ultimate Piece of the Universe: Metaphysics through Modern Physics (Theories of ignorance Book 1) by Agustin Galan Machio Price verified 6 hours ago

In this book Agustin Galan explores the philosophy of elementary particles (the ultimate reality) through works of popular science published in recent years. Designed to help readers understand the latest discoveries and theories of modern astrophysics, the book achieves this goal by showing their phylosophycal consecuences. This is one of the most interesting ways to paint a complete picture of our modern world while exploring the concepts used by scientists. Written by a journalist with a deep interest in philosopy, Agustin Galan has produced a crystal clear synthesis of sophisticated theories, accesible to most readers. The Ultimate Piece of the Universe tells the story of the underlying metaphysics of modern physics combining literary and scientific discourse, mixing Borges with Einstein or Walt Whitman with Dawkins. This endless persuit for the ultimate missing piece of the puzzle of the Universe takes us down a road where Stephen Hawking and his colleague's explore highly conceptual physics; where a philosophical essay or quantum theology (in the spirit of Borges) suggest that nobody may know if the words 'Universe' and 'God' differ. Through this book the author has achieved an informative and thought provoking text on physics and metaphysics.

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Trump vs. Biden: The Rematch: Who Does History Say Wins the 2024 Election? (Trump Elections Book 2) by Greg Bullock Price verified 7 hours ago

The 2024 Election between Trump and Biden will be a "rematch" of the 2020 Election. A rematch of this sort, in which both candidates have a term of presidential experience under their belts, has only happened once before - the 1892 Election between incumbent President Benjamin Harrison and former President Grover Cleveland, who faced off in the 1888 Election. This book uses history to answer a number of questions related to the current election, to provide insight and predictions on the outcome in 2024. It explores the parallels of a number of categories and questions, including: • The Incumbent Advantage • The "Vice President's Curse" • Who does age favor? • Who is favored during Economic Uncertainty? • The effect of Low Approval Ratings • Who is the Protectionist Candidate? • Similarities between the 1888 and 1892 elections • Joe Biden-Jimmy Carter comparisons • The effect of War-time presidents • What Happens if a Third Party Candidate Runs? • Can Trump still win if he goes to prison? • What are Trump's chances if he gets removed from the ballot? • Who is favored if Biden drops out? • Will we have a repeat of the 2020 election? • Who is favored in the election after a controversial election? • Who is favored with the changed 2020 voting rules? • Who is favored if the Left controls and censors social media? • How do the Hunter Laptop and ongoing Biden scandals affect Joe Biden's chances? • & Other "Bellwethers" (the Mystic Monkey, the Spirit Halloween Mask Index, the Monogram Shop Cup Sales, Lochel's Bakery Cookie Competition, the "Psychic Fish," the World Series relationship, the Scholastic Magazine Poll, and Allan Lichtman's "13 Keys") Things are already heating up. Will Donald Trump become the second nonconsecutive two term president in US history? Who does history say wins the 2024 election? Find out inside.

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United We Rise: How Community Building and Cooperation can Rebuild a Post-Meteor-Impact World (Surviving Taurid: Preparing for Cataclysmic Meteor ... by Barrett Williams Price verified 8 hours ago

Cataclysmic challenges are not new to human history. In our groundbreaking eBook, "United We Rise," we plunge headfirst into an imaginative, post-apocalyptic scenario where an unprecedented catastrophe, a meteor impact, has obliterated normalcy. The trajectory of human survival is rewritten, making it an unforgettable narrative experience for readers worldwide. Beginning with the immediate aftermath of the disaster, the book draws a compelling narrative through humanity's collaborative response. It balances the bleak landscape of desolation with the hopeful thread of unity, showing how to build hope amid chaos, and establishing the importance of community and cooperation. "United We Rise" doesn't stop at mere survival, instead, it ushers readers through the gripping journey of rebuilding a post-meteor society from the ground up. Every chapter navigates essential tasks, from sharing resources and pioneering leadership pathways, to creating new rules of community and rethinking education. Recognizing the power of individual roles, the book emphasizes the art of division of labor and mutual aid in a drastically new environment. Readers will glean inspiration from the fictional characters' determination to innovate from scarcity, restore communication networks, and adapt architecture to this reimagined world. It's not just about surviving -- it's about thriving, as well, leading to the birth of a new democratic society amid shared wealth and barter-based economy. "United We Rise" isn't only a tale of humans merely navigating through a crisis; it's a tale of resilience, resourcefulness, and unbreakable collective spirit. Transcending mere fiction, "United We Rise" challenges us to rethink our social constructs positively, illustrating the enduring will of humanity to rise from the ashes. Through captivating chapters, the book serves as an allegory for modern times, inspiring us to perceive our global challenges differently and envisage a united future. Most ...

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La historia del Antiguo Egipto: Un viaje al corazón de la antigua civilización egipcia, los faraones, creencias, historia y mucho más (Spanish ... by Diyasim Z. Dirack Price verified 9 hours ago

Sumérgete en los misterios y maravillas de una de las civilizaciones más fascinantes de la historia con la historia del antiguo Egipto. Un viaje épico a través de milenios, desde los primeros asentamientos a orillas del Nilo hasta la caída del último faraón ante el poder de Roma. Con una narrativa vibrante y detallada, descubrirás cómo los antiguos egipcios levantaron monumentos que desafían el tiempo, desarrollaron una cultura rica en mitología y conocimientos, y dejaron un legado imborrable que sigue cautivando al mundo moderno. Con la historia del antiguo Egipto, explorarás: • La formación y desarrollo de los primeros asentamientos y culturas pre-dinásticas, revelando los comienzos de una civilización que florecería por más de tres mil años. • La unificación del Alto y Bajo Egipto bajo el legendario rey Narmer, un evento crucial que marcó el inicio de las dinastías faraónicas. • El esplendor del Reino Antiguo, con sus icónicas pirámides de Giza y la consolidación del poder faraónico. • El brillante período del Reino Medio, donde Egipto experimentó un renacimiento cultural y económico bajo la reunificación de Mentuhotep II. • El auge del Reino Nuevo, la época dorada de faraones como Hatshepsut, Akhenatón, Tutankamón y Ramsés II, y las reformas que transformaron la sociedad y la religión egipcias. • Los períodos de conflicto y resurgimiento, incluyendo las invasiones extranjeras y las luchas por la independencia que moldearon la historia de Egipto. Este libro no solo te proporcionará un entendimiento profundo de los eventos y figuras clave de la historia egipcia, sino que también te sumergirá en la vida cotidiana de sus habitantes, explorando su agricultura, comercio, arte, y sus creencias sobre el más allá. Descubrirás cómo la religión y los mitos egipcios se entrelazaban con cada aspecto de la vida, y cómo sus prácticas funerarias y conceptos de la eternidad han dejado una marca indeleble en la ...

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The Red Pill by Frank Freeman (2 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

The red pill from my point of view can be defined as a politically incorrect view of relations between men and women. The term derives from the film Matrix (1999) but is now commonly used as a metaphor to describe an uncomfortable truth, as opposed to the blue pill which is instead a reassuring lie. The redpill, i.e. the person who mirrors himself in the redpill vision, thus seeks to analyse social relations objectively, assessing them objectively as they are. He seeks to make a critical analysis, on the basis of scientific evidence, without allowing himself to be excessively conditioned by the mainstream view of male-female relations that is inevitably highly sweetened and stuffed with lies or at least false truths that act as a lubricant to make relations between human beings flow with less friction. This book aims to give a voice to those who consider themselves redpilled and to address and discuss the issue of male-female relationships in a critical and unfiltered manner.

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Surviving Displacement: Strategies for Shelter and Mobility in a War-Torn Environment (Empowered Resilience: Thriving in the Face of Uncertainty) by Barrett Williams Price verified 12 hours ago

Are you prepared for the unthinkable? "Surviving Displacement" delivers a lifeline of knowledge, equipping you with the essential skills and strategies to navigate one of life's most unexpected and challenging circumstances. Understanding and preparing for displacement is not just about escaping a physical location, it's managing the psychological toll such a crisis can take. This book delves into that hitherto unexplored aspect, giving you key insights into anticipating and handling the mental impact of displacement. With a focus on practical proficiency, "Surviving Displacement" elaborates on how to plan strategic escape routes, acquire necessary survival items, conceal one's presence, and more. From edible foliage identification for sustenance to crafting tools for self-sufficiency, this book goes beyond survival and empowers you to thrive in distressed conditions. The text also offers guidance on navigating the intricacies of finding suitable shelter, purifying water, and setting up camps. Health and hygiene, often overlooked during crises, are given their due importance in ensuring a safe transition period. In the aftermath of displacement, maintaining communications and understanding potential risks are paramount. "Surviving Displacement" covers the nuances of dealing with the danger of landmines and crossing conflict zones. The book asserts the importance of mental health care and coping mechanisms, along with ethical decision-making during war conditions. The latter part of the book focuses on the long-term realities of displacement, such as building communities within displaced individuals, dealing with prolonged displacement, and adapting to continuous change. The text also guides you on how to connect with international aid for resettlement help, and finally, life after displacement. "Surviving Displacement" concludes with heartwarming stories of resilience and hope, demonstrating how adversity can be transformed into strength. This is not just ...

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Fallibilities & Peculiarities : Exploring the Odd Things We Think & Do by Robert Prior-Wandesforde (4 Reviews)    Price verified 10 hours ago

There's no getting away from the fact that we, as human beings, can be pretty strange! We frequently think, do and say things that, if we thought about them, we would quickly conclude are far from sensible. And then, even more remarkably, we do them again. We're highly agitated by harmless situations, hate looking at social media but can't stop ourselves from peeking, believe in utterly bizarre conspiracy theories, always underestimate the time and cost of doing things, can't resist a 'bargain', attribute our successes to skill and our failures to bad luck, give up on diets that we're fully committed to at the first whiff of chocolate and so on. This book explores the reasons behind our many fallibilities and peculiarities. It's a fascinating insight into the curious ways our minds work in everyday situations. You'll understand far more about yourselves and others as a result, while also discovering simple solutions to meaningful problems that can arise.

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

Detroit: A Tale of Crime and Corruption by Jeff Zimmerman (1 Review)    Price verified 12 hours ago

After escaping a decades worth of mental, physical and spiritual torment in Detroit's Correctional Facility, ex-detective Frank Mercer decides to go on a blood fueled quest for revenge with faces, names and numbers on his mind. Dive into Frank's world of ever increasing hostile madness as chaos and corruption rain down on all sides around him and turn the city of motors into a flaming heap of metal wreckage!

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Death by Maurice Maeterlinck (53 Reviews)    Price verified 12 hours ago

Maurice Maeterlinck's 'Death' offers a profound exploration of the concept of death and its implications on human existence. Published in 1894, this philosophical work delves into the existential questions surrounding mortality, immortality, and the afterlife. Maeterlinck's lyrical prose and introspective reflections on the mystery of death invite readers to contemplate the inevitability of our own mortality, while also pondering the potential spiritual and metaphysical dimensions of the afterlife. Set within the literary context of the Symbolist movement, 'Death' challenges conventional beliefs about life and death, offering a unique and thought-provoking perspective on the human condition. Maurice Maeterlinck, a Belgian playwright and essayist, was known for his symbolic and mystic writings that often explored themes of fate, destiny, and the unknown. His interest in philosophical and spiritual topics informs 'Death,' as he grapples with the existential mysteries that have fascinated thinkers for centuries. Drawing on his background in literature and philosophy, Maeterlinck weaves a compelling narrative that transcends the boundaries of time and space, inviting readers to ponder the deeper meanings of life and death. I highly recommend 'Death' to readers interested in exploring profound philosophical questions about mortality and the afterlife. Maeterlinck's poetic and insightful writing style offers a captivating journey through the mysteries of death and invites readers to reflect on the deeper meanings of human existence.

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Wisdom of the Ages: Timeless Lessons from History's Greatest Minds by Stan Barren (26 Reviews)    Price verified 11 minutes ago

Dive into the Timeless Wisdom of History's Luminaries From the meditative alleys of Eastern philosophy to the resilient spirits of modern visionaries, "Wisdom of the Ages" offers a curated exploration into the profound insights and lessons from some of the most esteemed minds in human history. Why Read This Book? • Universal Teachings: Traverse through time, uncovering the ageless truths that resonate even in today's complex world. • Diverse Perspectives: Engage with a plethora of voices, from ancient philosophers like Plato to trailblazing scientists like Marie Curie, and from spiritual leaders such as Buddha to revolutionaries like Nelson Mandela. • Inspiration for Modern Times: Discover the foundational principles that drove these great figures and learn how to apply their wisdom in our daily lives. Highlights Include: • Detailed explorations of key figures in ten thematic chapters, each focusing on a unique domain of human endeavor. • Beautifully crafted narratives that not only inform but also inspire. • A synthesis of teachings, offering readers a roadmap to weave these lessons into their own lives. Whether you're a passionate student of history, a seeker of wisdom, or simply someone who cherishes rich, enlightening content, "Wisdom of the Ages" promises a transformative journey. Delve deep into the minds of the individuals who shaped our world and emerge with insights that could shape your personal journey. Embark on this timeless voyage and let the past illuminate your path forward.

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences