Cosmic Ordering: How to Use Cosmic Ordering to Get Everything You Want in Life - (Using the Law of Attraction and Positive Thinking to Fulfill Your ... by Jade Pascales (49 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

If you're ready to learn how to get everything you want in life, then this book is for you! Today only, get this incredibly useful guide for only $2.99. Regularly priced at $4.99. Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device. Are you not happy with the way things are going in your life? Let's face it -- Who really is? But did you know that you can actually have everything you want, simply by choosing to? Want to know how? That's exactly what will be revealed to you in this book. But first, try to define in your own mind exactly what it is that you want. A job at a different company where you would make more money? What else? An amazing partner to share your life with? Or the ability to take your family on an expensive vacation like your boss does every year? Before you read on, close your eyes for a moment. Try to visualize yourself as you are now, and then picture who you should be, or who you want to be. Absorb the differences that you observe. You deserve those ...

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Preppers Guide for Busy People: 50 Quick And Easy Tips To Prepare Your Home For A Disaster (Preppers Guide, Preparing A Disaster Book 1) by Kathy Stanton (28 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Discover 50 Quick And Easy Tips To Prepare Your Home For A Disaster! Have you ever wondered what would happen if your home should be the victim of an unforeseeable and devastating event? Being prepared for the worst can help you to handle these events without draining your pocketbook and stressing you out. Many people don't think that it can happen to them, but it can happen to anyone at any time. If you are prepared for anything, the disasters that can affect your home will not seem like as big of a crisis as they would have been had you not had preparations in place. This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to be prepared for the unexpected and unimaginable things that can happen to your home. In this book "Preppers Guide for Busy People," you will learn how being prepared for the worst can help you to handle these events without draining your pocketbook and stressing you out. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... • How to Prepare for Outside ...

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Gender Dysphoria: An Essential Guide for Understanding and Dealing With Gender Identity Disorder by Eleanor Nye (62 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If your emotional or psychological identity feels more in alignment with the opposite of your biological sex, then this book is for you! Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet, or Kindle device. Gender Dysphoria, better known as Gender Identity Disorder, can be confusing not only for those experiencing it, but also for those around them. Whether it's you or someone in your life who is going through a tough time while sorting through gender identity issues, this book aims to help you better understand the situation and be able to better cope with the resulting problems that often accompany Gender Dysphoria. In this book, you will come to understand what causes Gender Dysphoria, how to recognize the common symptoms, and how the condition can be identified or diagnosed. You will then learn what different options you have for dealing with the situation, which of course depends on your specific individual scenario, whether you're an adult making a personal decision, or whether ...

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The Control Center (Book 1) : THE CHINA AFFAIRS by Brad Good (134 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"A high-stakes political thriller with a deeply romantic undertone... With the way this book ended, I'm eager to find out what happens next." Independent Book Review A chance meeting one night in Shanghai introduces American banker Jack Gold to an Israeli man named Ari, who has a stunning proposition: Help Israel and the United States infiltrate China's heavily guarded Control Center and address the nation with the truth they deserve to hear. China, a country of 1.4 billion citizens, is an existential threat to itself and the rest of the world. With its news and media censored through the Control Center before being broadcast to viewers, the people of China have no hope of realizing their government is only looking to enrich and reward its most prominent leaders. But getting into the Control Center is not going to be easy. And even if such a dangerous undertaking proves successful, though, there is no guarantee that the growing tensions between China and the United States can be ...

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The Ultimate Prepper's Survival Guide: Mastering 11 Steps to Disaster Readiness and Thriving Off-Grid, From Psychological Prep to Skill Mastery, Even ... by Endure Elite (40 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Conquer any crisis, even on a massive scale, faster than you ever thought possible... Are you ready to be the survival expert in your community? Are you concerned about the unpredictable nature of natural disasters and possible societal breakdown? Feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of information on prepping, not sure where to start? Wish you were more confident in your ability to protect and provide for your family in a crisis? You're not alone, and we're here to help you get started. According to a study done by Security Magazine in 2019, more than half of Americans aren't prepared for a disaster. But here's a secret: Disaster preparedness doesn't have to be complex or difficult. With this comprehensive guide, we're going to show you that any ordinary individual, regardless of their background, can become a competent prepper. Whether you're a novice prepper or an experienced one looking to fill in the gaps in your skillset, this book is your ultimate guide to surviving and ...

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Existence & Consciousness: A Theory of Naturalistic Idealism by Richard Lucido (28 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Existence and Consciousness presents us with a world without space, a world that consists only of information, consciousness, and time. It offers a theory of idealism from an existentialist perspective. Matter, energy, and space are viewed as holding on to no existence outside of their essence (i.e., their defining properties). This is what precludes them from objectively persisting in time. Only consciousness, broken down into its smallest units, is capable of existing beyond its essence. This is what makes it a necessary constituent of reality, for without it the world would be merely an abstraction. Free of new age spiritualism, Existence and Consciousness is a sober and naturalistic attempt at conceptualizing a reality whose primary constituent is consciousness. The book presents its original insights within a broad multidisciplinary backdrop where ideas from contemporary analytical philosophy, existential philosophy, and ancient philosophy are related to empirical findings from ...

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CREEP: A Short Psychological Thriller by William Cook (King Billy Publications) (85 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

A dark story of a young woman's date with death! CREEP is a short psychological thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Serial Killers don't always get away with murder, no matter how hard they try. Includes bonus short story - Legacy. From CREEP: "Cassandra pounded on the window and frantically tried to push the rear doors open, first with her shoulders and then with her heels, to no avail. She peered into the dark confines of the garage and saw nothing except her frightened reflection looking back at her in the window, bathed in the dim yellow interior light of the cab. She cupped her neatly manicured hand across her brow and looked out the window again, her button nose touching the smeared glass as she did so. She thought she heard a deep growling noise somewhere nearby outside the cab and then her window was filled with bared teeth and the blackest, evil eyes, she'd ever seen. The huge head of the Rottweiler retreated into the shadows before launching itself back ...

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How to Become President: A Practical Handbook by Felix Petitzon (11 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

From classical basis through to contemporary examples, expert Felix Petitzon clinically analyses which steps successful candidates undertook to reach the presidency. Witty, yet serious - this manual outlines how to achieve the highest office. It is the 21st century equivalent of Machiavelli The Prince; not eschewing controversial methods, the author sets morality aside and focuses on what is required to win.

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Handbook for the Anti-Islamic Resistance by George R. Walters (12 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

It is not just rhetoric to note that a state of war between Islam and the non-Muslim world already exists. Islam is and for nearly its entire history been at war with the non-Muslim world. Thus a defacto state of war exists regardless of the lack of or confused and ineffective response from the those being attacked. For more and more of us the need for an international anti-Islamic resistance is self evident. Many of us already recognize that the Islamic ideology is fascism in a religious context. Islam benefits only a small and brutal oligarchy. Islam is also an existential threat to all non-Muslims, Christians, Jews, Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, Bahai's, atheists, agnostics, etc. That threat is becoming increasingly aggressive and will continue to do so in the future. Unfortunately, despite the fact that ordinary Muslims do not benefit from the Islamic ideology, the record of the non-Islamic world in turning back growing Islamic influence and eventual takeover has been dismal in most ...

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We'll All Be Murdered in our Beds: The shocking history of crime reporting in Britain by Duncan Campbell (78 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

'If it bleeds, it leads' - this maxim is as true now as it was 300 years ago. Crime is the staple of the news, and our appetite for these dark and dangerous stories shows no sign of abating. In this colourful history of crime reporting since 1700, Duncan Campbell reveals what it's really like to deal with murderers, gangsters, robbers, cat burglars, victims, informers and detectives. He introduces us to the 'hacks in the macs' and the 'Murder Gang', who would go to any lengths to get a story - and serve it up to an ever-eager reading public. At a time when the relationships between the press, public, police and criminals are being questioned as never before, We'll All Be Murdered in Our Beds tells the compelling, sometimes scandalous tale of the stories and storytellers that have entertained, shocked and appalled us - and will continue to do so. Praise for We'll All Be Murdered in Our Beds: 'Duncan Campbell remains one of the very few journalists who has retained the ...

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The Open Conspiracy by H. G. Wells (104 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

The novelist behind The War of the Worlds and The Invisible Man gets political in his manifesto for creating a more ordered, peaceful planet. The Open Conspiracy is H. G. Wells's attempt to outline how civilization should be ordered through a world commonwealth. He wished for humanity to gain control over its destiny and free itself from the dangers, uncertainties, and miseries it faced. This commonwealth's mission was to support the advancement of all humanity. It would do so through advancing science, ending nationalism, and allowing people to progress by their own merit rather than whatever class they are born into. He believed that through his plan, poverty and warfare would be no more, and we could achieve "universal peace, welfare and happy activity." Originally published in 1928, The Open Conspiracy was revised three times, with its final version appearing in 1933.

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Critical Nuclear War Survival Skills Guide: Essential Tactics and Strategies for Immediate Family Safety and Security in a Post-Apocalyptic World by Carlos Mack (104 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Are you concerned about the possibility of a nuclear war and what it would mean for your family? In today's uncertain world, it's essential to be ready for anything! Whether you're facing a nuclear attack, an EMP strike, or a military invasion on U.S. soil, you need to know how to survive. The thought of surviving a post-apocalyptic world can be daunting, but with the right knowledge and preparation, you can increase your chances of survival. That's where Carlos Mack's Critical Nuclear War Survival Skills Guide comes in. Discover these key benefits: ? Learn how to build a secure shelter that will protect you and your family from the fallout of a nuclear attack ?Discover the essential tools and supplies you need to stockpile to ensure your survival in the aftermath of a disaster ? Master the skills you need to defend yourself and your loved ones against looters and other threats in a lawless society ? Get historical perspective on nuclear war policies and tips and tricks from ...

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Ancient Magick for the Modern Witch: For the Natural Born Witch by Gypsy Raven (34 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Ancient Magick for the Modern Witch offers old spells for modern witches wishing to increase recipes in their Book of Shadows. It also offers a basic course to aspiring young witches who wish to learn about some old fashioned magic and how it works. This ebook includes love spells, weight loss spells, money spells, luck spells and a variety of potions. All using ancient and simple ingredients you can find anywhere! I've also updated it to include stories and legends where ordinary and extraordinary people use magic to manifest their desires. Included is the meanings of moles and candle magick!

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Mindfulness: How to Live in the Present Moment by Becoming A Warrior of Peace (Mindfulness for Beginners) by Peter H (20 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Live in the Present Moment and Become A Warrior of Peace Today This book contains everything you need to know to get started with mindfulness. If you sometimes are stressed out, anxious or depressed, then this book can be of great use for you. Now I will warn you, don't read this book unless you're in the process of waking up. We will dive pretty deep into some subjects that might be uncomfortable if you're not ready to look at things from a different perspective. The purpose of this book is not to overwhelm you with techniques, even though you'll get more than enough of them. No, the purpose of this book is to give you at least one idea that can have a positive impact on the rest of your life. Chances are that you'll look at the world with more peace and compassion when you're done with this book. It's my firm belief that the warrior of peace within you will be awakened by the words hidden in this book. Within this book's pages, you'll find the answers to these questions and ...

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Reclaiming Socialism, or: Economic Democracy (Recovering a Stolen Word) by Brian Rush (37 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Imagine getting up in the morning and going to work for a company that, just by virtue of the fact that you work for it, you own part of. Imagine that the company's president and other officers have to stand for election every year or two years, and you and all the other employees of the company vote them in or out. Imagine getting an accounting on a quarterly basis of the company's profitability and receiving a payout of your share of those profits - your due as a worker-owner. Imagine that you get tired of working for the company you own part of and decide to strike out on your own. Imagine that there are on-line services readily available where your skills demand high pay from independent clients, so that being self-employed and entirely your own boss is a matter only of doing the work. Or let's say that you and a number of friends have an idea for a new business. Imagine a non-profit organization or perhaps a government agency set up just for that purpose, ready to provide you ...

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Dear Barb:: Answers to Your Everyday Questions (Dear Barb: Words of Wisdom Book 1) by Barbara Godin (9 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

"Dear Barb: Answers to Your Everyday Questions" advice columnist Barbara Godin shares her wisdom and insights on a wide range of topics. From relationships and family issues to career and personal growth, Barb offers practical and compassionate advice for navigating life's challenges. With over 20 years of experience as an advice columnist, Barbara Godin has heard it all and provides thoughtful responses to even the toughest questions. This book is perfect for anyone looking for guidance and support in their daily life and is packed with helpful tips and insights that readers can apply to their own situations. Whether you're struggling with a difficult decision or simply looking for some words of encouragement, "Dear Barb" has the answers you need.

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Genomes, Menomes, Wenomes: Neuroscience and Human Dignity by Robert W. Fuller (48 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

NEW REVISED EDITION. This short ebook is a compilation of Robert W. Fuller's article series "Why Everything You Know about Your 'Self' Is Wrong". The series explores how our understanding of selfhood affects our sense of individuality, our interpersonal relationships, and our politics.

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The Simple Case for Going Vegan by Magnus Vinding (45 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

This two-part essay argues that a vegan lifestyle is implied by core human values that we all share. The first part presents a simple argument for veganism based on an ethical principle we all hold valid, while the second part argues that veganism follows directly from a rejection of unjustifiable discrimination. In particular, it follows from a commitment to not discriminate against individuals based merely on their external appearance.

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The Granite Key (Arkana Archaeology Mystery Thriller Series Book 1) by N. S. Wikarski (1,037 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

If you liked THE DA VINCI CODE, you'll love this series! During the untold millennia before patriarchy was conceived, the world was a very different place... • Series Finale Award Nominated as Best Mystery of the Month • For Fans of Archaeology Adventure, Historical Thrillers, and Treasure Hunt Mysteries THE ARKANA SERIES A myth-shattering treasure hunt that spans continents, centuries, and lost civilizations, pitting a secret society against a ruthless fundamentalist cult. The prize is a cache of hidden artifacts that could rewrite history or end it completely. With the world hanging in the balance, only one faction can win. More importantly, only one can survive. Volume 1 - The Granite Key In THE GRANITE KEY, an antique dealer is murdered for a mysterious cipher stone that reveals the location of a collection of ancient artifacts. The victim's sister Cassie is stunned when she learns about her sibling's double life as an Arkana agent. She's even more stunned to discover ...

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The Fall of White City: Revised 2020 Edition (GILDED AGE CHICAGO MYSTERY SERIES Book 1) by N. S. Wikarski (474 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

To solve baffling crimes in turn-of-the-century Chicago, you only need to know a single fact. Bygone sins in the White City cast the longest shadows. • Revised 2020 Edition. Nominated for Reader's Choice Awards as Best First Novel and Best Historical Mystery • For Fans of Cozy Mysteries, Amateur Sleuths, and Gilded Age Chicago History GILDED AGE CHICAGO MYSTERY SERIES Gilded Age Chicago is the fastest growing metropolis in America, rivaling New York as the City of the Century. This melting pot of thieves and corrupt politicians, robber barons and immigrants, is rife with scandal and social injustice. An eccentric heiress and a star reporter find themselves repeatedly drawn into the hidden world of intrigue and murder that lurks within the shadows of the White City. Volume One - The Fall of White City Wealthy spinster Evangeline LeClair leads a paradoxical life. By day, she fends off marriage-minded suitors. By night, she teaches English to factory workers at a social ...

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Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche (4,934 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The revolutionary philosophical text that denounces traditional dogma and calls on individuals to find meaning in their own moral systems. One of the most important works in the history of Western philosophy, Beyond Good and Evil consists of 296 sections and a final "aftersong." Expounding on the ideas first introduced in Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Friedrich Nietzsche articulates his views on philosophy, philosophers, morality, religion, society, people, and culture. Nietzsche's central purpose throughout is to push the boundaries of moral philosophy beyond simplistic laws and the notion that all moral judgments can be reduced to a strict binary. First published in 1886, this trailblazing work has lost none of its power to confront and provoke. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.

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Foliage: An International Banking Spy Thriller (A Louise Moscow Novel Book 1) by Lorraine Evanoff (230 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

BOOK EXCELLENCE AWARD FINALIST, HISTORICAL FICTION NEW APPLE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE SHELF UNBOUND BEST INDIE BOOK, NOTABLE INDIE AWARD READERS' FAVORITE BOOK AWARD FINALIST Investment banker Louise Moscow is sexy, brazen and fearless in business and in love. With a high-profile dream job wooing rich clientele in late 1980s Paris, she enjoys a lavish lifestyle in a glamorous city. When she stumbles upon criminal activity at her company, the FBI and CIA force her to cooperate and bring down the underhanded bankers in what turns out to be one of the greatest scandals of the twentieth century. Perfect for fans of Erik Larson, Jack Slater and Kathy Reichs, Foliage: An International Banking Spy Thriller (A Louise Moscow Novel Book 1) is the first installment in this highly addictive, suspenseful thriller series by award-winning author Lorraine Evanoff. Buy Foliage today and discover an exciting new mystery you won't be able to put down. What readers are saying about Foliage: - "Great ...

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An Accidental God: The Evolution of Religion, or How a Boy from the Dawn of Civilization Became the God of Jews, Christians, and Muslims by Aleron Zemplin (Double Triangle Press LLC) (87 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

An Accidental God tells how, through a series of accidents, a person who lived at the dawn of civilization became God. It is a fictionalized but historically plausible interpretation of the story of the biblical patriarch Abraham, focusing on how coincidental events and human misperceptions lead him to believe a particular ancestor, named Yehhi, is a powerful god. An earthquake shakes the ancient Mesopotamian city of Ur; amid the devastation, Abraham sees that all the family idols have toppled over, all except for the statue of Yehhi, a revered ancestor. He is convinced that Yehhi has shown his power by remaining upright amid the collapse of the other gods, and he believes that this is Yehhi's call for his clan to abandon Ur. Abraham's young nephew Lot is swindled by a wily merchant into squandering the family fortune on a smelly herd of sheep and goats tended by slave boys, named Ishmael and Isaac. Abraham must now become a nomadic shepherd wandering in a strange wilderness. Ishmael, ...

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A Treasury of Eskimo Tales by Clara Kern Bayliss (8 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Equal Part 1: The Confrontation by W.J. Costello (30 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Janus is a lawman who enforces society's sacred law that every citizen must be Equal in every way. Physically. Mentally. Emotionally. But when Janus falls in love with a woman who broke that law he begins a transformative journey of self-discovery that makes him question the society in which he lives. Now he must choose between love and duty. Will he bring the woman to justice? Or will he join her and become a lawbreaker himself?

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Love the Least (A Lot) by Michael Spielman (46 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Abort73.com founder and director, Michael Spielman, explains why abortion-vulnerable children are as qualified to wear the "least of these" label as any victim class in the world. Whatever we fail to do in their defense, we fail to do for Christ.

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POLITICAL CORRECTNESS - THE NEW FASCISM by R. JAY (71 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Please be aware, this essay contains less than 800 words. I had hoped to offer this for free but a minimum price applies which cannot be by-passed in the long term. But what price is freedom ? Ask the inumerable martyrs and servicemen who have paid the price to attain that valuable blessing throughout history. Your freedom. Does it really exist? Is it really yours to give away? Are you prepared to stand up and fight for it?

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I Am Vietnamese by Huy Pham (11 Reviews)    Price verified 56 minutes ago

Think Pho Ga for the Vietnamese soul. This is an edgy collection of 70+ English short stories from Vietnamese people across the world about our struggles with cultural identity, failure, parents, expectations, and life itself. Contributing authors include best-sellers Madeline Truong, Andrew Pham, Andrew Lam, and MasterChef Christine Ha, and many talented amateurs. Author proceeds go to charity! Within these 300 pages, you will find 70+ English short stories of a Vietnamese generation full of optimism and angst. These edgy stories run the gamut from quirky parents, cultural confusion, child abuse, bi-cultural marriage, and sexuality. This book will make you laugh and cry. The Vietnamese living overseas are a special group of people. We are a people without a land. But, that doesn't mean we don't have a culture. Regardless of our varying grasps of the Vietnamese language and our cultural heritage, we are bounded by our struggles, our values, and our parents' quirkiness. In our ...

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The Theory of Everybody by Robert Fuller (21 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The Theory of Everybody explores, in a variety of genres, the advent of robots that do everything we do as well or better. Jennifer and God on Mount Palomar is a conversation between a young astrophysicist and God--as He faces retirement. Genomes, Menomes, Wenomes: Neuroscience and Human Dignity traces the development of mechanistic models of the body and the mind. When Robots Reign: Getting Along with Robo Sapiens is an interview with one of humanity's new overlords, Robo Sapiens, who is more agreeable than we might expect. The Epic of Gilbert Mesh is a retelling of Gilgamesh.6 Reasons You Can't Win (and 3 Reasons You Can Anyway) is a "listicle" that enumerates the limitations of our concept of self and shows how reconceiving selfhood can change the game so everyone wins. Interstellar Wormhole Tweets (How to Dodge Extinction) imagines how more advanced beings might help us navigate the transition from a predatory to a dignitarian civilization. The Moral Arc of History explains ...

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Creation vs. Evolution - The Vedic Perspective by Vimal Sehgal B.Tech IIT Delhi (32 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Topics are: What is Life? - Life vs. Matter Proof of God's existence Evolution Evolution of consciousness Moral implications In this book I have given the Vedic theory of Life which incorporates consciousness as the primary characteristic of life. I have given a scientific analysis of what life is and described the characteristics of both Life and Matter and their points of similarity and distinction. I have discussed evolution and then described an alternate theory namely the Vedic theory of evolution of consciousness as opposed to Darwin's theory of evolution of species. The theory of evolution of consciousness is based on creation of various species by God so as to accommodate the varied desires of an infinite number of living beings. The Vedic theory of evolution of consciousness marks the dawning of a new era in which consciousness will come to be incorporated as an essential item in our scientific theories about life and its origin. What is Life? What are the characteristics ...

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Forensic Interviewing of Children Who Have Been Sexually Abused by Jane F. Gilgun Ph.D. LICSW (68 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Interviewing children who have been sexually abused requires sensitive, responsive interviewers and an interview structure that fits children's level of development. Sensitivity is important because most children who have experienced child sexual abuse are traumatized and the interview itself can be stressful. The interviewers gather information about the nature of the abuse and the identification of the abusers. Any hint that the interviewer suggests answers to the children threatens the quality of the interview and therefore any evidence they interview may identify. This article describes an interview protocol used to gather evidence for court cases when children have been sexually abused. Competence in forensic interviewing of children requires in-depth training. The present article is an overview that parents and professionals will find helpful in preparing children for the interview and, also, for preparing themselves.

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Fiery World III (The Agni Yoga Series Book 11) by Agni Yoga Society (24 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Fiery World III is the eleventh book from the Agni Yoga Series which is composed of fourteen books. In them is found a synthesis of ancient Eastern beliefs and modern Western thought and a bridge between the spiritual and the scientific. Unlike previous yogas, Agni Yoga is a path not of physical disciplines, meditation, or asceticism -- but of practice in daily life. It is the yoga of fiery energy, of consciousness, of responsible, directed thought. It teaches that the evolution of the planetary consciousness is a pressing necessity and that, through individual striving, it is an attainable aspiration for mankind. It affirms the existence of the Hierarchy of Light and the center of the Heart as the link with the Hierarchy and with the far-off worlds. Though not systematized in an ordinary sense, Agni Yoga is a Teaching that helps the discerning student to discover moral and spiritual guide-posts by which to learn to govern his or her life and thus contribute to the Common Good. For ...

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Young Knights of the Empire : Their Code, and Further Scout Yarns by Sir Robert Baden-Powell (9 Reviews)    Price verified 26 minutes ago

This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.

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Total Sh*t: An excremental essay about President Trump. by Paul Orwell (Oceania Press) (56 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This satirical essay about our president refers to two of Merriam-Webster's definitions of the word "shit" to describe how our president fits the definition: (i) a worthless, offensive, or detestable person, and (ii) feces. This book will help you satisfy the urge to purge and cope with the ongoing pall of Trump in the White House whose fetid smell wafts all day long via mass media into your living room, your bedroom, and up your nostrils. It's a cathartic read that's as satisfying as a good sh*t - plus, it takes about the same amount of time. Learn: *The definition of hundreds of "sh*t"-related phrases as they relate to President Trump in a "shittery" appendix at the back of the book. *The types of Trumpsh*t as graduated on the medical diagnostic Bristol Stool Scale. *Why America thinks this guy's sh*t doesn't stink. *What you can do to help evacuate this sh*t from the American body.

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Choose: After Dinner Conversation Short Story Series by David Whitaker (15 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Synopsis: A woman trapped in a sick experiment is continually forced to make decisions about who will die. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this, and other, similar ethical and philosophical short stories delivered straight to your inbox every month. (Just search "After Dinner Conversation Magazine")

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America's Drug War is Devastating Mexico by Brian Saady (15 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

It's no secret that drug cartels have wreaked havoc upon Mexico, but the examples provided in this book will be unimaginable for the average American citizen. The profits from the drug war have enabled the cartels to incorporate into paramilitarized forces and their exploits adversely affect the lives of every Mexican in a variety of ways, such as the destruction of the rule of law and freedom of the press, along with rampant embezzlement of public funds. Mexico's drug traffickers have become an omnipresent force of organized crime that terrorizes the entire nation. Furthermore, the government can't provide basic security for the average Mexican citizen. These criminals can act with impunity, in part, because the corruption of public officials and political offices reaches the highest levels. Brian Saady is a tenacious researcher who provides a wealth of information that has never been published for an American audience. For example, there are several details included about the ...

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Negrophobia and Reasonable Racism: The Hidden Costs of Being Black in America (Critical America Book 32) by Jody David Armour (NYU Press) (21 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Tackling the ugly secret of unconscious racism in American society, this book provides specific solutions to counter this entrenched phenomenon.

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When Mothers Kill: Interviews from Prison by Cheryl L. Meyer (18 Reviews)    Price verified 56 minutes ago

Winner of the 2008 Outstanding Book Award by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences Michelle Oberman and Cheryl L. Meyer don't write for news magazines or prime-time investigative television shows, but the stories they tell hold the same fascination. When Mothers Kill is compelling. In a clear, direct fashion the authors recount what they have learned from interviewing women imprisoned for killing their children. Readers will be shocked and outraged -- as much by the violence the women have endured in their own lives as by the violence they engaged in -- but they will also be informed and even enlightened. Oberman and Meyer are leading authorities on their subject. Their 2001 book, Mothers Who Kill Their Children, drew from hundreds of newspaper articles as well as from medical and social science journals to propose a comprehensive typology of maternal filicide. In that same year, driven by a desire to test their typology -- and to better understand child-killing women not just as ...

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Japanese Lessons: A Year in a Japanese School Through the Eyes of An American Anthropologist and Her Children by Gail R. Benjamin (NYU Press) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Benjamin dismantles Americans' preconceived notions of the Japanese education system "Gail R. Benjamin reaches beyond predictable images of authoritarian Japanese educators and automaton schoolchildren to show the advantages and disadvantages of a system remarkably different from the American one... " -- The New York Times Book Review Americans regard the Japanese educational system and the lives of Japanese children with a mixture of awe and indignance. We respect a system that produces higher literacy rates and superior math skills, but we reject the excesses of a system that leaves children with little free time and few outlets for creativity and self-expression. In Japanese Lessons, Gail R. Benjamin recounts her experiences as a American parent with two children in a Japanese elementary school. An anthropologist, Benjamin successfully weds the roles of observer and parent, illuminating the strengths of the Japanese system and suggesting ways in which Americans might learn ...

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Distributed Blackness: African American Cybercultures (Critical Cultural Communication Book 9) by André Brock, Jr. (NYU Press) (52 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Winner, 2021 Harry Shaw and Katrina Hazzard-Donald Award for Outstanding Work in African-American Popular Culture Studies, given by the Popular Culture Association Winner, 2021 Nancy Baym Annual Book Award, given by the Association of Internet Researchers An explanation of the digital practices of the black Internet From BlackPlanet to #BlackGirlMagic, Distributed Blackness places blackness at the very center of internet culture. André Brock Jr. claims issues of race and ethnicity as inextricable from and formative of contemporary digital culture in the United States. Distributed Blackness analyzes a host of platforms and practices (from Black Twitter to Instagram, YouTube, and app development) to trace how digital media have reconfigured the meanings and performances of African American identity. Brock moves beyond widely circulated deficit models of respectability, bringing together discourse analysis with a close reading of technological interfaces to develop nuanced arguments ...

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By Any Media Necessary: The New Youth Activism (Connected Youth and Digital Futures Book 3) by Henry Jenkins (16 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

The participatory politics and civic engagement of youth in the digital age There is a widespread perception that the foundations of American democracy are dysfunctional, public trust in core institutions is eroding, and little is likely to emerge from traditional politics that will shift those conditions. Youth are often seen as emblematic of this crisis -- frequently represented as uninterested in political life, ill-informed about current-affairs, and unwilling to register and vote. By Any Media Necessary offers a profoundly different picture of contemporary American youth. Young men and women are tapping into the potential of new forms of communication such as social media platforms, spreadable videos and memes, remixing the language of popular culture, and seeking to bring about political change -- by any media necessary. In a series of case studies covering a diverse range of organizations, networks, and movements involving young people in the political process -- from the ...

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Signs of Resistance: American Deaf Cultural History, 1900 to World War II by Susan Burch (28 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Choice Outstanding Academic Title 2003 A reinterpretation of early 20th century Deaf history, with sign language at its center During the nineteenth century, American schools for deaf education regarded sign language as the "natural language" of Deaf people, using it as the principal mode of instruction and communication. These schools inadvertently became the seedbeds of an emerging Deaf community and culture. But beginning in the 1880s, an oralist movement developed that sought to suppress sign language, removing Deaf teachers and requiring deaf people to learn speech and lip reading. Historians have all assumed that in the early decades of the twentieth century oralism triumphed overwhelmingly. Susan Burch shows us that everyone has it wrong; not only did Deaf students continue to use sign language in schools, hearing teachers relied on it as well. In Signs of Resistance, Susan Burch persuasively reinterprets early twentieth century Deaf history: using community sources such ...

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Speciesism: Why It Is Wrong and the Implications of Rejecting It by Magnus Vinding (15 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

What can justify discrimination against other sentient beings? In this book, Magnus Vinding explores the issue of species discrimination. He argues that speciesism -- discrimination based on species membership -- is unjustifiable, and proceeds to examine the practical implications of this conclusion. This examination reveals more than a few ways in which our behavior and attitudes need to change profoundly. "Most people agree that discriminating against someone on the basis of gender, sex or skin color is morally objectionable, but what about species membership? Speciesism: Why It Is Wrong and the Implications of Rejecting It makes a compelling case that this form of discrimination has no justification either, and addresses the most significant implications. These include both the rejection of animal exploitation and the rejection of the idea that we have no reason to help nonhuman animals in need of aid, including when they are suffering in the wild for natural reasons. This book ...

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BEHIND CIVILISATION by GAVIN HUANG (38 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

This 2nd Edition has been exceed by the newer 3rd Edition, "Behind Civilization: the fundamental rules in the universe" published in March, 2022. The 3rd Edition has achieved unifying the Big Bang Theory with the evolutionary theory. You can use the book title to search on Amazon or use this url to get access tiny.cc/d9eruz This book is a critical breakthrough in scientific philosophy. It revolutionises our understanding of nature, particularly on civilisation, through discovering a fundamental mechanism which not only governs lifeless objects but the intelligence-driven civilisation as well. As a result, it unites social science with natural science, and further, science with philosophy. This discovery also provides an alternative to challenge the most fundamental issue, "theory of everything". As this mechanism is the most fundamental level, it is the foundation of similarity, including the amazing similarities between a human body and a society. Upon this theoretical basis, ...

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Parent-Child Relations: A Guide to Raising Children by Hisham Altalib (International Institute of Islamic Thought) (12 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This easy-to-read, comprehensive guide contains what you need to know on how to parent with confidence. Packed with advice and powerful tips, using the latest research on child development and parenting techniques, it offers a mine of information on how to let children flourish, take the frustration out of parenting and develop happy family relations. Authors provide guidance on developing character, knowledge, values, and skills, as well as a faith-based outlook in children, benefitting parents with kids of all ages. The many strategies and techniques offered include: teaching children how to problem-solve, make decisions, and develop self-esteem. Raising God conscious, moral, successful children, with a sense of civic responsibility in today's world is not easy. It is also not impossible. Effective parenting is the key.

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Brotherhood (The Agni Yoga Series Book 13) by Agni Yoga Society (30 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Brotherhood is the thirteenth book from the Agni Yoga Series which is composed of fourteen books. In them is found a synthesis of ancient Eastern beliefs and modern Western thought and a bridge between the spiritual and the scientific. Unlike previous yogas, Agni Yoga is a path not of physical disciplines, meditation, or asceticism -- but of practice in daily life. It is the yoga of fiery energy, of consciousness, of responsible, directed thought. It teaches that the evolution of the planetary consciousness is a pressing necessity and that, through individual striving, it is an attainable aspiration for mankind. It affirms the existence of the Hierarchy of Light and the center of the Heart as the link with the Hierarchy and with the far-off worlds. Though not systematized in an ordinary sense, Agni Yoga is a Teaching that helps the discerning student to discover moral and spiritual guide-posts by which to learn to govern his or her life and thus contribute to the Common Good. For this ...

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The Book Of Approved Words: After Dinner Conversation Short Story Series by W.M. Pienton (21 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Synopsis - A government approved "author" is tempted to show the world the words they are missing. After Dinner Conversation is a growing series of short stories across genres to draw out deeper discussions with friends and family. Each story is an accessible example of an abstract ethical or philosophical idea and is accompanied by suggested discussion questions. Podcast discussions of this short story, and others, is available on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and Youtube. If you enjoy this story, subscribe via our website to "After Dinner Conversation Magazine" and get this, and other, similar ethical and philosophical short stories delivered straight to your inbox every month. (Just search "After Dinner Conversation Magazine")

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Fiery World II (The Agni Yoga Series Book 10) by Agni Yoga Society (36 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Fiery World II is the tenth book from the Agni Yoga Series which is composed of fourteen books. In them is found a synthesis of ancient Eastern beliefs and modern Western thought and a bridge between the spiritual and the scientific. Unlike previous yogas, Agni Yoga is a path not of physical disciplines, meditation, or asceticism -- but of practice in daily life. It is the yoga of fiery energy, of consciousness, of responsible, directed thought. It teaches that the evolution of the planetary consciousness is a pressing necessity and that, through individual striving, it is an attainable aspiration for mankind. It affirms the existence of the Hierarchy of Light and the center of the Heart as the link with the Hierarchy and with the far-off worlds. Though not systematized in an ordinary sense, Agni Yoga is a Teaching that helps the discerning student to discover moral and spiritual guide-posts by which to learn to govern his or her life and thus contribute to the Common Good. For this ...

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New Era Community (The Agni Yoga Series Book 3) by Agni Yoga Society (32 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

New Era Community is the third book from the Agni Yoga Series which is composed of fourteen books. In them is found a synthesis of ancient Eastern beliefs and modern Western thought and a bridge between the spiritual and the scientific. Unlike previous yogas, Agni Yoga is a path not of physical disciplines, meditation, or asceticism -- but of practice in daily life. It is the yoga of fiery energy, of consciousness, of responsible, directed thought. It teaches that the evolution of the planetary consciousness is a pressing necessity and that, through individual striving, it is an attainable aspiration for mankind. It affirms the existence of the Hierarchy of Light and the center of the Heart as the link with the Hierarchy and with the far-off worlds. Though not systematized in an ordinary sense, Agni Yoga is a Teaching that helps the discerning student to discover moral and spiritual guide-posts by which to learn to govern his or her life and thus contribute to the Common Good. For ...

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Between the Lines: Facial Tattoos and the Chaouia by Yasmin Bendaas (Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting) (26 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Sepia-tinted photos from over 50 years ago show striking facial tattoos of women from indigenous populations in Algeria. But documentation of these women has faded like the aged photographs. In Algeria today the actual practice of facial tattooing is disappearing along with the older generation. One particular indigenous group losing this cultural marker is the Chaouia of the Aurès Mountains in northeastern Algeria. This project from Pulitzer Center student fellow Yasmin Bendaas captures incredible portraits and stories from Chaouia women and investigates the origins and disappearance of tattooing, especially with the advent of literacy and Islam's spread. *We recommend viewing the book on the Kindle Fire.

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Hierarchy (The Agni Yoga Series Book 7) by Agni Yoga Society (27 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Hierarchy is the seventh book from the Agni Yoga Series which is composed of fourteen books. In them is found a synthesis of ancient Eastern beliefs and modern Western thought and a bridge between the spiritual and the scientific. Unlike previous yogas, Agni Yoga is a path not of physical disciplines, meditation, or asceticism -- but of practice in daily life. It is the yoga of fiery energy, of consciousness, of responsible, directed thought. It teaches that the evolution of the planetary consciousness is a pressing necessity and that, through individual striving, it is an attainable aspiration for mankind. It affirms the existence of the Hierarchy of Light and the center of the Heart as the link with the Hierarchy and with the far-off worlds. Though not systematized in an ordinary sense, Agni Yoga is a Teaching that helps the discerning student to discover moral and spiritual guide-posts by which to learn to govern his or her life and thus contribute to the Common Good. For this ...

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Understanding Kant: Concepts and Intuitions (Understanding Western Philosophy) by Hercules Bantas (Reluctant Geek) (92 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This guide examines Kant's theory of knowledge, specifically his arguments for separating human thought into concepts and intuitions. Based on the Critique of Pure Reason, this guide covers his critique of empirical and rational thought, and explains key concepts such as a priori judgements, analytic and synthetic judgements, and the difference between pure and empirical concepts.

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Responsible Innovation: Business Opportunities and Strategies for Implementation (SpringerBriefs in Research and Innovation Governance) by Katharina Jarmai (10 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This Open Access book, Responsible innovation provides benefits for society, for instance more sustainable products, more engagement with consumers and less anxiety about emerging technologies. As a governance tool it is mostly driven by research funders, including the European Commission, under the term "responsible research and innovation" (RRI). To achieve uptake in private industry is a challenge. This book provides successful case studies for the implementation of responsible innovation in businesses. The importance of social innovations is emphasized as a link between benefits for society and profits for businesses, especially SMEs. For corporate industry it is shown how responsible innovation can offer a competitive advantage to adopters. The book is based on the latest insights from theory and practice and combines conceptual work with first-hand experience. It is of interest to innovation managers, entrepreneurs and academics. For academics, the book will provide a ...

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DON'T DIE by Bryan R Johnson (192 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

On his final day alive, Scribe convenes a reunion of his closest friends. Though they'd been separated since a harrowing climb on Mt. Kilimanjaro, Scribe hopes the gathering will inspire an actionable plan for humanity in the face of existential challenges. Through a series of conversations, debates, and negotiations, the participants develop a blueprint for the way forward. Writing as "Zero," author Bryan Johnson is an entrepreneur and explorer of the new frontiers of being human. Johnson took stock of his health and realized that a decade of chronic depression and poor cognitive control earlier in life had affected every measure of his well-being. He decided it was time to fight back. In DON'T DIE, Johnson catalogs the social and philosophical strategies necessary for the fight, both individually and as a species. Johnson's controversial ideas and methods have attracted both detractors and devoted followers around the globe. PRAISE FOR DON'T DIE "I finished your book DON'T DIE, ...

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De la mano de los griegos: aprendemos a pensar INTRODUCCIÓN A LA FILOSOFÍA (Spanish Edition) by Jorge Faral (1,035 Review)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Te ha tocado estudiar Filosofía, o te interesa, o te gustaría haberla comprendido mejor... Necesitas una introducción sencilla y convincente. Aquí la tienes. Un libro que comienza por el principio y avanza paso a paso, tal como se dio en la historia de la humanidad de la mano de los griegos, hace ya 26 siglos. Es una historia llena de preguntas y llena de respuestas, que generan a su vez nuevas preguntas. Así aprendieron a pensar y a dialogar los griegos, y con ellos podemos hacerlo nosotros. Pensar y dialogar: no hay otra forma de buscar y de aproximarse racionalmente a la verdad. El lenguaje sencillo, ameno y didáctico, sin perder profundidad conceptual, hace al libro apto para todo público y propósito. Enseña a gustar de la filosofía y ayuda a pensar. Consta de 6 unidades: Inquietudes, Contexto, Pre-socráticos, Sócrates, Platón, Aristóteles. El carácter epistolar de los primeros capítulos lo hace amigable. Los capítulos biográficos son narrativos en presente, ...

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The Meaning of Life by Vimal Sehgal B.Tech. IIT Delhi (48 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Love is divine and Divinity is love personified. The author explains that divine love is the meaning of life and shows the reader how everyone can attain peace, love, immortality and happiness by the easy method of mantra meditation. The book elaborately describes love as the ultimate reality, love is divine, reincarnation and its significance, immortality and bliss, law of karma, mind and meditation, bhakti yoga and the art of dying. The book also presents a synthesis of science and religion by explaining the fundamentals of life and consciousness and by giving the characteristics of life and matter. Included are some fascinating tales from ancient Vedic scriptures which illustrate the philosophy with the medium of real life drama. Love is the highest value. From our experience we can surmise that the feeling of love is the most pleasing and gives us ecstasy and pleasure. The feeling of love is cherished by all and the exchange of feelings of love is remembered fondly within our ...

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Heart (The Agni Yoga Series Book 8) by Agni Yoga Society (37 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Heart is the eighth book from the Agni Yoga Series which is composed of fourteen books. In them is found a synthesis of ancient Eastern beliefs and modern Western thought and a bridge between the spiritual and the scientific. Unlike previous yogas, Agni Yoga is a path not of physical disciplines, meditation, or asceticism -- but of practice in daily life. It is the yoga of fiery energy, of consciousness, of responsible, directed thought. It teaches that the evolution of the planetary consciousness is a pressing necessity and that, through individual striving, it is an attainable aspiration for mankind. It affirms the existence of the Hierarchy of Light and the center of the Heart as the link with the Hierarchy and with the far-off worlds. Though not systematized in an ordinary sense, Agni Yoga is a Teaching that helps the discerning student to discover moral and spiritual guide-posts by which to learn to govern his or her life and thus contribute to the Common Good. For this reason ...

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The Interpreters: Stories of interpreters who served the US military, as told to VICE News. by Ben Anderson (52 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Language interpreters played a vital role in the recent US campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan. These men served alongside American soldiers in parts of the world where doing so meant they could not go back home safely. They served with the promise of support, visas and better lives in the US and abroad after the fighting was over and for many, those promises went unfulfilled. VICE News host Ben Anderson traveled to Afghanistan and Iraq to meet with several interpreters -- to document the stories of their service and their struggle for justice firsthand.

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Summary Of The Mueller Report: Summary Of The Full Report On Collusion, Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump And Russian Interference (United ... by Aryeh Ksah (16 Reviews)    Price verified 56 minutes ago

Extra! Extra! Extra! Is This The End For The United States Democracy?!!!! During the 2016 election campaigns, President Donald Trump jokingly and publicly made a call to Russian Hackers for assistance. The Russians responded. American and Russia had long been wary of each other even when they had a chummy relationship. One of the reasons was because of the communist system of government that the Russian had adopted. Russia had its own set of reservations about the United States especially with America's failure to treat the newly formed USSR as a legitimate member of the international community. They also hated that America which they considered a strong ally, failed to join the Second World War early enough, and by the time America did intervene, more than 10 million Russians had already lost their lives to the war. After Trump became President, a British Intelligence official who is an expert on Russia, released a report detailing how Trump had indeed colluded with Russia to ...

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The Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT): Cooperative governance for network innovation, standards, and community ... by Susan V. Scott (21 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

A PDF version of this book is available for free in open access via www.tandfebooks.com as well as the OAPEN Library platform, www.oapen.org. It has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 3.0 license and is part of the OAPEN-UK research project. This book traces the history and development of a mutual organization in the financial sector called SWIFT, the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication. Over the last forty years, SWIFT has served the financial services sector as proprietary communications platform, provider of products and services, standards developer, and conference organizer ("Sibos"). Founded to create efficiencies by replacing telegram and telex (or 'wires') for international payments, SWIFT now forms a core part of the financial services infrastructure. It is widely regarded as the most secure trusted third party network in the world serving 212 countries and over 10,000 banking organizations, ...

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SELF THERAPY: … A WAY OF HEALING OUR SOULS (Motivational books ... contradictory perceptions Book 2) by Adrian Gabriel Dumitru (9 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Self therapy is actually a practice used by thousands of years by the humans... to analyze, define and why not even redefine the inner souls... for simple becoming a better self... on the scene of life. Can be used by anyone... with only one condition... to not lie yourself anymore... and become in the same time the therapist... but also the patient. It's a non ending process... but i guarantee you... it worth to bother doing it. Realizing the connection with the self... it all becomes different and the answers to all our questions... will come by themselves... helping us to see the real paths that we should follow in life. It's quite simple. It works... And we should try it!

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ANALYZE. DEFINE. REDEFINE.: Tips and tricks for a better life (philosophical essays ... contradictory perceptions Book 1) by Adrian Gabriel Dumitru (8 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Analyse, Define, Re-define Are you looking for a better life, one that is more fulfilling? It is often that we look for answers, answers on how to achieve this - answers relating to different themes - subject matters about health, work, relationships, friendships, passion; also themes of emotions such as love, hate, anger, joy, frustration, and happiness. I understand your search for a better life, and your desire to understand how to achieve this in the complex world we live in. Could you have a better life right here and now? The answer is yes! Questions that you should be asking yourself -: What does a better life mean to me? Is my response to life and daily activities a good one? How can I make it better? Do I get the results I'm looking for? Why do I do things the way I do? Am I self-sabotaging myself from having that better life I dream of? What limits my determined efforts to do right? Actually - Who determines right and wrong for me? Whom have I given permission to have ...

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Ancient China: A History by John S. Major (Routledge) (13 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Ancient China: A History surveys the East Asian Heartland Region - the geographical area that eventually became known as China - from the Neolithic period through the Bronze Age, to the early imperial era of Qin and Han, up to the threshold of the medieval period in the third century CE. For most of that long span of time there was no such place as "China"; the vast and varied territory of the Heartland Region was home to many diverse cultures that only slowly coalesced, culturally, linguistically, and politically, to form the first recognizably Chinese empires. The field of Early China Studies is being revolutionized in our time by a wealth of archaeologically recovered texts and artefacts. Major and Cook draw on this exciting new evidence and a rich harvest of contemporary scholarship to present a leading-edge account of ancient China and its antecedents. With handy pedagogical features such as maps and illustrations, as well as an extensive list of recommendations for further ...

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Justice and the Meritocratic State (Political Philosophy for the Real World Book 2) by Thomas Mulligan (20 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Like American politics, the academic debate over justice is polarized, with almost all theories of justice falling within one of two traditions: egalitarianism and libertarianism. This book provides an alternative to the partisan standoff by focusing not on equality or liberty, but on the idea that we should give people the things that they deserve.? Mulligan sets forth a theory of economic justice -- meritocracy -- which rests upon a desert principle and is distinctive from existing work in two ways. First, meritocracy is grounded in empirical research on how human beings think, intuitively, about justice. Research in social psychology and experimental economics reveals that people simply don't think that social goods should be distributed equally, nor do they dismiss the idea of social justice. Across ideological and cultural lines, people believe that rewards should reflect merit. Second, the book discusses hot-button political issues and makes concrete policy recommendations. ...

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God and Humans in Islamic Thought: Abd Al-Jabbar, Ibn Sina and Al-Ghazali (Culture and Civilization in the Middle East) by Maha Elkaisy-Friemuth (36 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Winner of The Iranian World Prize for the Book of the Year 2007 in the Philosophy and Mysticism category. This new and original text provides a timely re-examination of Islamic thought, presenting a stark contrast to the more usual conservative view. The explanation of the relationship between God and humans, as portrayed in Islam, is often influenced by the images of God and of human beings which theologians, philosophers and mystics have in mind. The early period of Islam reveals a diversity of interpretations of this relationship. Elkaisy-Friemuth discusses the view of three scholars from the tenth and eleventh century: Abd al-Jabbar, Ibn Sina and Al-Ghazali, which introduce three different approaches of looking at the relationship between God and Humans. God and Humans in Islamic Thought attempts to shed light on an important side of medieval rational thought in demonstrating its significance in forming the basis of an understanding of the nature of God, the nature of human ...

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Persons and their Minds: Towards an Integrative Theory of the Mediated Mind (Cultural Dynamics of Social Representation) by Svend Brinkmann (16 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Today's approaches to the study of the human mind are divided into seemingly opposed camps. On one side we find the neurosciences, with their more or less reductionist research programs, and on the other side we find the cultural and discursive approaches, with their frequent neglect of the material sides of human life. Persons and their Minds seeks to develop an integrative theory of the mind with room for both brain and culture. Brinkmann's remarkable and thought-provoking work is one of the first books to integrate brain research with phenomenology, social practice studies and actor-network theory, all of which are held together by the concept of the person. ? Brinkmann's new and informative approach to the person, the mind and mental disorder give this book a wide scope. The author uses Rom Harré's hybrid psychology as a meta-theoretical starting point and expands this significantly by including four sources of mediators: the brain, the body, social practices and technological ...

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Artificial Intelligence for a Better Future: An Ecosystem Perspective on the Ethics of AI and Emerging Digital Technologies (SpringerBriefs in ... by Bernd Carsten Stahl (Springer) (10 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

This open access book proposes a novel approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) ethics. AI offers many advantages: better and faster medical diagnoses, improved business processes and efficiency, and the automation of boring work. But undesirable and ethically problematic consequences are possible too: biases and discrimination, breaches of privacy and security, and societal distortions such as unemployment, economic exploitation and weakened democratic processes. There is even a prospect, ultimately, of super-intelligent machines replacing humans. The key question, then, is: how can we benefit from AI while addressing its ethical problems? This book presents an innovative answer to the question by presenting a different perspective on AI and its ethical consequences. Instead of looking at individual AI techniques, applications or ethical issues, we can understand AI as a system of ecosystems, consisting of numerous interdependent technologies, applications and stakeholders. ...

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Avoiding the Worst: How to Prevent a Moral Catastrophe by Tobias Baumann (11 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

How can we avoid worst-case scenarios? From Nineteen Eighty-Four to Black Mirror, we are all familiar with the tropes of dystopian science fiction. But what if worst-case scenarios could actually become reality? And what if we could do something now to put the world on a better path? In Avoiding the Worst, Tobias Baumann lays out the concept of risks of future suffering (s-risks). With a focus on s-risks that are both realistic and avoidable, he argues that we have strong reasons to consider their reduction a top priority. Finally, he turns to the question of what we can do to help steer the world away from s-risks and towards a brighter future. "One of the most important, original, and disturbing books I have read. Tobias Baumann provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of s-risk reduction. Most importantly, he outlines sensible steps towards preventing future atrocities. Highly recommended." -- David Pearce, author of The Hedonistic Imperative and Can Biotechnology ...

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Meditations: A New Translation by Marcus Aurelius (1,309 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from AD 161 to 180, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy. Marcus Aurelius wrote the 12 books of the Meditations in Koine Greek as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. It is possible that large portions of the work were written at Sirmium, where he spent much time planning military campaigns from 170 to 180. Some of it was written while he was positioned at Aquincum on campaign in Pannonia, because internal notes reveal that the first book was written when he was campaigning against the Quadi on the river Granova and the second book was written at Carnuntum.

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Don’t Say we didn’t Know by Amos Gvirtz (81 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

The Israeli - Palestinian conflict - a new approach! This book is formulated with the understanding that on both sides of the Israeli - Palestinian conflict there are people who want the same thing: peace and protection of human rights. This fact is also what inspires the author to address some very moral questions and raise constructive and productive explanations about: Why don't people want to know about their own country's crimes? Why do Human Rights and Peace movements' activities evoke such strong opposition? This book focuses on the positive aspects of those questions and takes a deeper look into those few movements that were successful, while analyzing what enabled them to turn into massive movements creating major change. The book emphasizes the fact that there can be a way to reach what people on both sides desire - peace and offers a vision of "escalation of nonviolence" to make it happen.

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Creating Future People: The Ethics of Genetic Enhancement by Jonathan Anomaly (Routledge) (31 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Creating Future People offers readers a fast-paced primer on how new genetic technologies will enable parents to influence the traits of their children, including their intelligence, moral capacities, physical appearance, and immune system. It deftly explains the science of gene editing and embryo selection, and raises the central moral questions with colorful language and a brisk style. Jonathan Anomaly takes seriously the diversity of preferences parents have, and the limits of public policy in regulating what could soon be a global market for reproductive technology. He argues that once embryo selection for complex traits happens it will change the moral landscape by altering the incentives parents face. All of us will take an interest in the traits everyone else selects, and this will present coordination problems that previous writers on genetic enhancement have failed to consider. Anomaly navigates difficult ethical issues with vivid language and scientifically informed ...

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Transformations in Twentieth Century Korea (Routledge Advances in Korean Studies) by Yun-shik Chang (Routledge) (17 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This edited collection traces the social, economic, political, and cultural dimensions of Korea's dramatic transformation since the late nineteenth century. Taking an interdisciplinary approach, the chapters examine the internal and external forces which facilitated the transition towards industrial capitalism in Korea, the consequences and impact of social change, and the ways in which Korean tradition continues to inform and influence contemporary South Korean society. Transformations in Twentieth Century Korea employs a thematic structure to discuss the interrelated elements of Korea's modernization within agriculture, business and the economy, the state, ideology and culture, and gender and the family. The essays in this volume encompass the Choson dynasty, the colonial period, and postcolonial Korea. Collectively, they provide us with an original and innovative approach to the study of modern Korea, and show how knowledge of the country's past is critical to understanding ...

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The Crisis for Young People: Generational Inequalities in Education, Work, Housing and Welfare by Andy Green (Palgrave Macmillan) (14 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. This book provides an original and challenging analysis of one of the most pressing social issues of our times: intergenerational inequality. Based on recent mixed-method research, it explores the extent and scope of generational divides through an up-to-date analysis of the changing opportunities for young people in Britain across different life domains. A central question addressed is whether current changes are best understood as growing inequalities within and across age groups, or whether we face a genuine intergenerational decline over the life course of this and future generations of youth. Andy Green's controversial manifesto for intergenerational equity includes replacing higher education fees with a tax on graduates of all ages; the introduction of capital gains tax on sales of first homes; voting at 16, and a new charter of rights for private tenants.

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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin by Benjamin Franklin (Global Publishers) (7,253 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is the traditional name for the unfinished record of his own life written by Benjamin Franklin from 1771 to 1790; however, Franklin appears to have called the work his Memoirs. Although it had a tortuous publication history after Franklin's death, this work has become one of the most famous and influential examples of an autobiography ever written. Franklin's account of his life is divided into four parts, reflecting the different periods during which he wrote them. There are actual breaks between the first three parts of the narrative, but Part Three's narrative continues into Part Four without an authorial break. In the "Introduction" of the 1916 publication of the Autobiography, editor F. W. Pine wrote that Franklin's biography provided the "most remarkable of all the remarkable histories of our self-made men" with Franklin as the greatest exemplar.

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

The Train of Thought (A Way of Life Book 1) by Mushin Ru (About me) (22 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

As you open the pages of "The Train of Thought," prepare yourself for a journey unlike any other. This book takes you on a profound exploration of your own mind and the way it works. Through its pages, you'll discover a new perspective on the relationship between your thoughts and your inner self. You'll see the world around you with fresh eyes, and learn to observe your thoughts from a distance. But this book isn't just about understanding your thoughts. It's about finding a way to reconnect with your inner self - the part of you that remains unchanged over time. You'll explore the depths of your own consciousness, and discover the answers to the existential questions that have been burning within you. "The Train of Thought" is not a book that pushes any beliefs or ideas. Instead, it provides a unique and insightful perspective on the way we think and perceive our reality. You'll gain an understanding of how your thoughts influence your emotions and actions, and how to navigate ...

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

Encyclopedia of Human Evolution and Prehistory: Second Edition by Eric Delson (Routledge) (427 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Praise for the first edition: "The most up-to-date and wide-ranging encyclopedia work on human evolution available."--American Reference Books Annual "For student, researcher, and teacher... the most complete source of basic information on the subject."--Nature "A comprehensive and authoritative source, filling a unique niche... essential to academic libraries... important for large public libraries." --Booklist/RBB

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

Investigación en psicoterapia: acercamientos y líneas de reflexión (Psicoterapia y diálogo interdisciplinario) (Spanish Edition) by Diana Astrid Aguiar Aguirre (ITESO) (62 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

La soledad, el incesto, la depresión posparto, el abandono paterno y los intentos de suicidio, entre otros problemas psicosociales relacionados con el bienestar / malestar emocional, son objeto de análisis en este volumen, en el que a partir de estudios de caso y su examen desde distintos referentes teóricos, se muestra la importancia de la investigación en la formación y labor profesional del psicoterapeuta.

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

Wittgenstein's Novels by Martin Klebes (Routledge) (20 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Analyzing features of Wittgenstein's philosophical work and including in-depth textual analyses, this study investigates the impact of Ludwig Wittgenstein's work on contemporary German and French novelists. Drawing upon aesthetics, architectural history, philosophy of science, and photography, the book seeks to explain why references both to Wittgenstein as a person, as well as to his work are more pervasive than other equally renowned twentieth century philosophers and asks why some authors such as Händler and Roubaud, are less well-known and only partially translated into English.

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

Baby Ninth Amendments: How Americans Embraced Unenumerated Rights and Why It Matters by Anthony B. Sanders (11 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Listing every right that a constitution should protect is hard. American constitution drafters often list a few famous rights such as freedom of speech, protection against unreasonable searches and seizures, and free exercise of religion, plus a handful of others. However, we do not need to enumerate every liberty because there is another way to protect them: an "etcetera clause." It states that there are other rights beyond those specifically listed: "The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people." Yet scholars are divided on whether the Ninth Amendment itself actually does protect unenumerated rights, and the Supreme Court has almost entirely ignored it. Regardless of what the Ninth Amendment means, two-thirds of state constitutions have equivalent provisions, or "Baby Ninth Amendments," worded similarly to the Ninth Amendment. This book is the story of how the "Baby Ninths" came to be and what they ...

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences

Are You Free?: Beginners Guide to Liberty (Christian Liberty) by Tim Bankes II (13 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Growing up in America made me think that I was as free as anyone could be. I ran into libertarianism and that changed everything. Do you want to find out the truth about freedom? The truth about why being free is the most important thing in the world. This book will offer an angle for all sides of the political spectrum. It will open your eyes to a new way, a completely separate way of thinking about how we can solve our problems. Most people who really open themselves up to these ideas find themselves having a conversion-like experience.

Genre: Politics & Social Sciences