Atlas of African Agriculture Research & Development: Revealing agriculture's place in Africa by Kate Sebastian (International Food Policy Research Institute) (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The work of agricultural researchers and development workers in Africa has the potential to significantly improve the lives of the poor. But that potential can only be realized with easy access to high-quality data and information. The Atlas of African Agriculture Research & Development highlights the ubiquitous role of smallholder agriculture in Africa; the many factors shaping the location, nature, and performance of agricultural enterprises; and the strong interdependencies among farming, natural-resource stocks and flows, and the well-being of the poor. Organized around 7 themes, the atlas covers more than 30 topics, each providing mapped geospatial data and supporting text that answers four fundamental questions: What is this map telling us? Why is this important? What about the underlying data? Where can I learn more? The atlas is part of a wide-ranging eAtlas initiative that will showcase, through print and online resources, a variety of spatial data and tools generated and ...

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Themistocles: A Dialogue On Justice by Argo (4 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Embark on a Philosophical Journey with "Themistocles: A Dialogue On Justice" In the spirit of the ancient Greek philosophers, "Themistocles: A Dialogue On Justice" by Argo invites readers into the heart of philosophical inquiry through the timeless art of dialogue. Set against the backdrop of classical Athens, this engaging narrative explores the profound concept of justice through the lens of Themistocles, a man in search of truth and justice. Through a series of thought-provoking conversations between Themistocles and his contemporaries, readers are drawn into an exploration of justice that is as deep as it is accessible. Argo masterfully weaves historical context with timeless ethical questions, prompting us to reflect on what justice means in the context of societal obligations, personal honor, and the greater good. "Themistocles: A Dialogue On Justice" does more than recount the philosophical debates of yore; it rekindles them for the modern reader, challenging us to consider ...

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TotIs by J Joseph Kazden (29 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Einstein was not joking when he said "Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a persistent one." This Global Book Awards Gold Medal winner explores the nature of human perception and consciousness. This exploration delves into the process that gives us, as biology, an experience of reality, and explores whether this process creates, instead, a perfect illusion, beyond which reality itself remains hidden. ??? TotIs invites you to be a part of the discussion with Socrates and his friends as they consider the nature and process of human perception, the experience it provides us and its meaning for our view of reality and the universe we live in. Through the same learned question-and-answer technique perfected by Socrates in the era of Classical Greece, you are guided through the counterintuitive world of modern theoretical physics, exploring the crossroads of relativity, quantum theory, and the way that our experience, as observers of the universe, renders our reality an illusion. ??? ...

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Americana A Civics Handbook: Second Edition by Mary B. Mackley (66 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Learn the foundations of our Nation. All ages will enjoy this book from the 5th grade up through adult years. It is a handy resource for first time learning or for a review or reference. The book focuses on the early years of America but there is so much more historical information, facts and trivia included. There is an easy to follow chronology describing Colonial times and the Revolutionary War era, leading up to the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. You will have your own copy of these historical documents. Also included is information about the Presidents, First Ladies, the Original Thirteen Colonies, Three Branches of Government, the Fifty States, National Symbols, Electoral College and more. The U.S. Citizenship Test of 100 questions is newly included, and is excellent for civics studies as well an an aid to citizenship studies. There is a special note on the National Parks... their history and how they preserve our American heritage. ...

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Hybrid Justice: The Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (Law, Meaning, And Violence) by John D. Ciorciari (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Since 2006, the United Nations and Cambodian Government have participated in the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia, a hybrid tribunal created to try key Khmer Rouge officials for crimes of the Pol Pot era. In Hybrid Justice, John D. Ciorciari and Anne Heindel examine the contentious politics behind the tribunal's creation, its flawed legal and institutional design, and the frequent politicized impasses that have undermined its ability to deliver credible and efficient justice and leave a positive legacy. They also draw lessons and principles for future hybrid and international courts and proceedings.

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Enter the Light, Experiences of the Paranormal by Michael Hawking (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

"Light is the fire that burns and the sun that gives life. Light is the wind and the rain and the thunder in the sky. Light is the heavens and the earth, what is and what is not, and what lies in Eternity." -- Seneca Composed from the journals of explorer Michael Hawking's five years in remote areas of the Himalayas, this book transports the reader into a legendary land of light, a realm that in all history only a handful of people have experienced, a journey that leads to the discovery of the most refined and powerful psychical knowledge possessed by the human race. Many years ago, while trekking in an inner region of the vast frozen fortress of the Great Himalayan Range, Hawking chanced on an unexpected discovery. In a majestic valley surrounded by towering ice peaks he encountered a beautiful small village. In that community, called Siddhalaya by its residents, he had the privilege of meeting a number of truly remarkable men and women. This encounter marked the beginning of ...

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The Last Amendment by T. A. Miller (21 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

After a severe illness leaves nine-year-old Bee Scattercorn deaf, her grandfather Bart, a grizzled late-career American politician, presents her with a diary. His hope is that the heartfelt offering will compel Bee, his Songbird, to write and, in so doing, sustain her spirit. As she matures, Bee embraces her grandfather's gift and chronicles via journal entries and poignant letters her increasing separation from the five senses world. With the U.S. suffocating under toxic partisanship, Bart retires from the House of Representatives, but not before offering a radical, last-ditch solution: permanently divide the country by ideology so that freedom might survive. To Bart's surprise, and eventual lament, the notion takes root and a constitutional amendment is employed to raise two entirely new nations - one purely conservative, one purely liberal - from America's ashes. An adult now, Bee is drawn into her grandfather's chance crusade, pouring herself into the historic work of bisecting ...

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The Green Blueprint: Pathways to Sustainable Urban Living by Elias Sterling Price verified 6 hours ago

"The Green Blueprint: Pathways to Sustainable Urban Living" presents a comprehensive guide to transforming urban environments into sustainable, green, and livable spaces. This essential read delves deep into the heart of urban sustainability, addressing the pressing challenges and opportunities presented by rapid urbanization. **Part I: Foundations of Sustainable Urban Living** This section lays the groundwork for understanding sustainable urban living. It starts with an exploration of the rise of urbanization and its implications. Readers will learn about the principles and practices of sustainability, the ecological footprint of cities, and the impact of green architecture. The importance of urban green spaces, sustainable transportation, renewable energy, waste management, water conservation, and building resilient communities in an urban context is thoroughly examined. **Part II: Green Living at the Individual Level** Focusing on personal action, this part guides readers through ...

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Stoic Philosophy for Beginners: Simple Strategies to Build an Unbreakable Core, Withstand Life’s Toughest Tests, Discover the Power of Pausing ... by CalmLogic Press (12 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Discover how you can use timeless Stoic wisdom to transform your life -- in no time! Do you find yourself feeling utterly lost amidst the chaos of modern life... and struggling to find your footing -- and your place -- in these uncertain times? Has stress become your second nature... to the point that you get anxious when you don't have a hundred and one thoughts racing through your mind? Do you wish you had some form of guidance to help you navigate the twists and turns of life's labyrinth? If you want to take back the reins and steer your life in a different (and better) direction, then you don't need to look any further because your solution is here! Stoicism is your compass for personal evolution. And by devoting a few minutes each day to take the words of Seneca and the other philosophers to heart, you'll be well on your way to self-discovery and meaningful change within you, in the same time it takes you to drink your morning coffee Start with this practical and ...

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I am powerful enough: Unlocking the Power of Your Mind to Transform Your Life: The real fact to make your dream come true Power of ... by Shyanthy Bala (2 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

The book is focused on exploring the concepts of the law of attraction, manifestation, and the power of the mind. The law of attraction is a principle that suggests that we can attract positive or negative experiences into our lives by focusing our thoughts and intentions. Manifestation refers to the process of bringing something into existence through conscious thought and belief. The power of the mind refers to the idea that our thoughts and beliefs can influence our physical and emotional experiences. The book explores how to use the law of attraction and manifestation techniques to create positive changes in your life, such as attracting abundance, health, and happiness. It may also provide guidance on how to harness the power of your mind to overcome limiting beliefs and achieve your goals. Overall, the book provides insights and strategies for readers to cultivate a positive mindset, develop their manifestation skills, and unlock their full potential through the power of their ...

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The Complete Patriot's Guide to Oligarchical Collectivism: Its Theory and Practice by Ethan Indigo Smith (21 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

The Complete Patriot's Guide defines four types of people in the world based on their reaction to information. 1.Idiots 2.Zealots 3.Elitists 4.Patriots The namesake of The Complete Patriot's Guide is 1984. The book within the book 1984 proposes there are three types of people in the world. The four different modes of thinking are explored using universal concepts including Jungian theory, Genesis, The Wise Monkeys, Socratic philosophy and more. The book within the book is supposed to have presented a formula for individual empowerment, only Winston Smith is never able to read its entirety. This is the nonfictionalized real world version, with the complete formula for political empowerment. The Complete Patriot's Guide to Oligarchical Collectivism is nonfiction version of the book within the book 1984, by George Orwell. The Guide explores metaphors and symbolism in the fictional book 1984 through real history, philosophy and contemporary politics. The Guide relates the ...

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How to Analyze People: Valuable Techniques on How to Interpret Body Language, Human Psychology, and Various Personality Types by Russell Davis (15 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This book: "How to Analyze People: Valuable Techniques on How to Interpret Body Language, Human Psychology, and Various Personality Types" is intended for individuals who want to learn how to analyze people through their nonverbal and verbal cues. If you want to learn the skill of human analysis, you can use the knowledge you would acquire from this book to improve and nurture your relationships, understand people's personality types, and acquire a positive frame of mind when dealing with people. This can lead to success and happiness in each of your endeavors. To prevent ambiguity, the language used is simple and concise. Various examples and proven techniques are also given, so that you can practice the concepts properly and master the skill of analyzing people. Continue reading this book and learn the skill of people analysis. Know how you can apply them properly, as well. Knowledge gained without application is not learning. Thanks again for downloading this book. Have fun ...

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Partisan Rhetoric and Polarization: The Year in C-SPAN Archives Research, Volume 10 by Robert X. Browning Price verified 4 hours ago

Partisan Rhetoric and Polarization: The Year in C-SPAN Archives Research, Volume 10 features chapters written from a variety of perspectives that address divisions in American politics. The topics range widely, including TikTok, abortion, the middle class, the January 6 riot, and partisan rhetoric in Congress. The unifying theme of the volume is that each author uses C-SPAN videos to examine how members of Congress and other elites speak and act on these issues. Two other thoughtful pieces examine Supreme Court justices speaking off the bench and emotional reactions in presidential debates. Partisan Rhetoric and Polarization provides context to understand how the partisan split in American politics is reflected and evidenced in even the highest political institutions: Congress, the presidency, and the Supreme Court.

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Lessons from Famous Philosophers: A Crash Course on the Ideas of the Greatest Philosophers of All Time ~ (An Intro to Philosophy's Best Philosophers) by Nicolas Peterson (22 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

If you're looking for an easy-to-follow introduction of some of the greatest philosophers of all time (and their revolutionary ideas that changed the world), then this book is for you! Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet, or Kindle device. Philosophy comes from the Greek words philo (love of) and sophia (wisdom). It was -- and still is -- an attempt to understand as much as one can about the world, a holistic approach toward knowledge. It was only during the industrial revolution that we began to put scientists, researchers, and mechanics on one side, and philosophers on the other. In so doing, we placed a great divide between information associated with science and math, and the knowledge associated with experience, morality, conduct, and the spiritual world. We therefore have an unflattering view of today's philosophers, as many are considered religious nuts or morality freaks. But this is unfair. Since Philosophy is an attempt to create a rational understanding of the ...

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Cabin in the Woods: The Man, the Myth, the Fairytale... (Dastardly tales of modern day toilings! Book 6) by D.David Croot (4Qproductions) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Authors note This story is unusual. A rather long prose-poem if you will... It is not meant for the usual rabble of people. If you have a literary bent, stick with it, if you find people confusing then prepare to be enlightened with the story of: THE MYTH, THE MAN, THE FAIRYTALE! Man cannot be an island unto himself... but if he was, here's how it might go...

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Flight From Syria: Refugee Stories by Hugh Eakin (Pulitzer Center) (75 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Flight from Syria: Refugee Stories features the writing and photography of nine Pulitzer Center grantees- journalists who reported on Syrian refugees between 2012 and 2015. Their travels took them from Syria to Sweden, and from crowded camps to cramped apartments in city suburbs. Each of the journalists- Hugh Eakin, Lauren Gelfond Feldinger, Stephen Franklin, Joanna Kakissis, Alia Malek, Holly Pickett, Alisa Roth, Alice Su, and Selin Thomas- lends a unique perspective. Originally published in Al Jazeera, BBC News, Guernica, In These Times, Marketplace, NPR, The Atlantic and The New York Review of Books, these stories tell of an abandoned homeland, an indifferent world, and an uncertain future. They trace the history of one of the biggest displacements of modern times- providing a testament to the suffering and courage of those who fled. Edited by Kem Knapp Sawyer Designed by Evey Wilson

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Silent Hill: The Terror Engine (Landmark Video Games) by Bernard Perron (University of Michigan Press) (130 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Silent Hill: The Terror Engine, the second of the two inaugural studies in the Landmark Video Games series from series editors Mark J. P. Wolf and Bernard Perron, is both a close analysis of the first three Silent Hill games and a general look at the whole series. Silent Hill, with its first title released in 1999, is one of the most influential of the horror video game series. Perron situates the games within the survival horror genre, both by looking at the history of the genre and by comparing Silent Hill with such important forerunners as Alone in the Dark and Resident Evil. Taking a transmedia approach and underlining the designer's cinematic and literary influences, he uses the narrative structure; the techniques of imagery, sound, and music employed; the game mechanics; and the fiction, artifact, and gameplay emotions elicited by the games to explore the specific fears survival horror games are designed to provoke and how the experience as a whole has made the Silent Hill ...

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We, Israel by Abbie Goldfarb (1 Review)    Price verified 3 hours ago

I am Isreali-American. I've lived in both the USA and Israel. And, I love both these countries. I love the determination and drive of the Israelis and I love how the US supports Israel. Here are some poems I wrote during this current, ongoing war between Israel and the surrounding Arab countries and terrorist groups.

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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 6 hours 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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The Country Haven Diaries: Inside A Residential Care Facility by Dustin Hartley (3 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

They called it Country Haven. Venture inside a residential care facility in Iowa in this nonfiction account. I was meant to stay in the care facility for just a short while. I suppose it wasn't too long, though it was over a year, if I remember correctly. I was there to get my medications adjusted. I met some semi-normal people, and I met some very disturbed and disabled persons. These are my notes of what happened at Country Haven.

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Gender Dysphoria: An Essential Guide for Understanding and Dealing With Gender Identity Disorder by Eleanor Nye (62 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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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Atlas Cared by Dustin Hartley (3 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Are people inherently selfish or altruistic? Do people have good reasons for being ethical? If so, do reason, free will, and consciousness figure into morality? What about ethics in business, government, and personal life? This philosophy book looks at altruism, selfishness, and other philosophical issues, incorporating some psychology, in a set of essays that are sure to provoke thought.

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How to Analyze People Fast: Easily Read People Like an Open Book by Tammy Jones Price verified 6 hours ago

How to Analyze People: Easily Read People Like An Open Book Fast ?Today only, get this Amazon bestseller for just $2.99. Regularly priced at $10.99. Read on your PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device. You're about to learn about reading people without really knowing them and without pulling that much efforts. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... ? • How to read facial expressions • How to read people through their body language • How to learn about people by studying their habits closely • How to read people by analyzing their words • Much, much more! ?Download your copy today! Take action today and download this book for a limited time discount of only $2.99!

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Barack Obama's America: How New Conceptions of Race, Family, and Religion Ended the Reagan Era (Contemporary Political And Social Issues) by John White (4 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"White's Barack Obama's America eloquently captures both the important nuances of the current political scene and its long-term consequences." ---Richard Wirthlin, former pollster for Ronald Reagan "This delightfully written and accessible book is the best available account of the changes in culture, society, and politics that have given us Barack Obama's America." ---Stan Greenberg, pollster for Bill Clinton and Chairman and CEO of Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research "From one of the nation's foremost experts on how values shape our politics, a clear and compelling account of the dramatic shifts in social attitudes that are transforming American political culture. White's masterful blend of narrative and data illuminates the arc of electoral history from Reagan to Obama, making a powerful case for why we are entering a new progressive political era." ---Matthew R. Kerbel, Professor of Political Science, Villanova University, and author of Netroots "John Kenneth White is bold. He ...

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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 7 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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Dead Water: Selected Poetry: Selected Poetry (Poetry of life and death Book 1) by William Cook (King Billy Publications) (5 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Dead Water: Selected Poetry is the first book in the series 'Poetry of Life and Death.' Inside this selection of verse that deals with themes of life, death, and philosophy - the reader will encounter a dark symbolist style of poetry imbued with the horrors of human frailty and mortality. From a reader's review: "Prepare for a journey: a path made of words that twists and turns through a landscape familiar and yet foreign. These poems will make you feel as if you are racing along the tracks of life and sliding through this world we take for granted. There are many visions you will see along the way... When your destination is reached, you will stand laid bare, able to see and be seen in a kaleidoscope of enlightenment. But will the dawn spit you out, or will you be trodden underfoot into the warm earth? Of love and loss, life and death, much will be revealed in the searing ocean depths. But will you tread the tempest, or be plunged into the roiling sea?" - Donald White

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Stop, Breathe, Read Poems: Powerful Poems that explore the simplicity of resolve by David Kelleher (9 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

"This small book packs one powerful punch" 5 stars. "Simply Epic" 5 stars. "Peacefully Brilliant" 5 stars. "Stop, Breathe, Read" is inclusive of a number of love poems, by an Irish author. This poetry book takes readers through a journey of exploring challenging themes in life and finding solace in simplicity. Our destination is to find solace amidst the unpredictable stormy seas.

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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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Rights of Alleged Victims in Penal Proceedings: Provisions in Canon Law and the Criminal Law of Different Legal Systems (Edition Seehaus [plus] Book ... by Charles J. Scicluna (Nomos Verlagsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG) (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Die Rechte von minderjährigen Missbrauchsopfern in Strafverfahren finden zunehmend Beachtung. Sie werden in internationalen Standards festgehalten und in nationalen Rechtssystemen rezipiert und weiterentwickelt. Das Buch zeigt neben diesen Standards die Bestimmungen von insgesamt neun Ländern und vier Studien auf und regt Verbesserungen in den kanonischen Strafverfahren der römisch-katholischen Kirche an. Entstanden ist eine einzigartige Sammlung von Beiträgen, verfasst von führenden Autoritäten auf dem Gebiet der Rechte und des Schutzes minderjähriger Opfer sexuellen Missbrauchs im staatlichen Bereich. Aus den Studien gehen beeindruckende Vorschläge herausragender Kirchenrechtler:innen zur Verbesserung des Strafverfahrensrechts der römisch-katholischen Kirche hervor.Mit Beiträgen vonMark L. Bartchak | Jorge Cardona Llorens| Nicholas Cowdery | María Inés Franck | Jane Goodman-Delahunty | Aidan McGrath | Mary Graw Leary | Ma. Liza Miscala Jorda | Gianpaolo Montini | ...

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Not Another Average Guy: An Exemplar For The Modern Man by A.P. Hovsepian (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Every boy needs a strong male figure in their life. Especially in the formative years. And yet, it's no secret that most of us were deprived of this very thing. No one was there to guide, shape and mold us into men. Our fathers may have been around, but few took it upon themselves to teach us what it meant to be a man. As a result, we've all suffered -- both directly and indirectly -- a great deal of unnecessary pain and frustration in adulthood; where life demanded the price of ignorance be paid (with interest!) While time travel is not a viable solution (yet), the next best thing is to learn these lessons now. Not Another Average Guy is an amalgamation of decades of wisdom, forged by trial and error in the midst of life's most difficult struggles; Struggles one too many men had to personally endure. It offers a gift most males crave from a young age: the gift of direction.

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Desistance and Children: Critical Reflections from Theory, Research and Practice by Alexandra Wigzell Price verified 3 hours ago

Available open access digitally under CC BY-NC-ND licence. 'Desistance' - understanding how people move away from offending - has become a significant policy focus in recent years, with desistance thinking transplanted from the adult to the youth justice system in England and Wales. This book is the first to critique this approach to justice-involved children, many of whom are yet to fully develop an identity (criminal or otherwise) from which to 'desist'. Featuring voices from academia, policy and practice, this book explores practical approaches to desistance with children in the 'Child First' context. It gives new insights into how children can be supported to move away from offending and proposes reforms to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.

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Race for Citizenship: Black Orientalism and Asian Uplift from Pre-Emancipation to Neoliberal America (Nation of Nations Book 23) by Helen Heran Jun (NYU Press) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

Helen Heran Jun explores how the history of U.S. citizenshiphas positioned Asian Americans and African Americans in interlocking socio-political relationships since the mid nineteenth century. Rejecting the conventional emphasis on 'inter-racial prejudice,' Jun demonstrates how a politics of inclusion has constituted a racial Other within Asian American and African American discourses of national identity. Race for Citizenship examines three salient moments when African American and Asian American citizenship become acutely visible as related crises: the 'Negro Problem' and the 'Yellow Question' in the mid- to late 19th century; World War II-era questions around race, loyalty, and national identity in the context of internment and Jim Crow segregation; and post-Civil Rights discourses of disenfranchisement and national belonging under globalization. Taking up a range of cultural texts -- the 19th century black press, the writings of black feminist Anna Julia Cooper, Asian American ...

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Reclaiming Socialism, or: Economic Democracy (Recovering a Stolen Word) by Brian Rush (37 Reviews)    Price verified one hour 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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Genomes, Menomes, Wenomes: Neuroscience and Human Dignity by Robert W. Fuller (48 Reviews)    Price verified 5 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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American Bloodlust: The Violent Psychological Conditioning of Today's Young People (A Christian Response to America’s Mental Health Crisis Book 1) by Roger Ball (1 Review)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Are today's young people being psychologically conditioned to violence, sexual perversion, and suicidal hopelessness? Will mass shootings continue? Is the rise in same-sex attraction a closely related problem? Will violence continue to increase? Will deaths of despair continue to rise? Will America destroy itself from within? This book is a truncated version of Liberalism and Mass Shootings REVISED AND UPDATED VERSION. America is now facing the worst psychological crisis in its history. What has changed over the past fifty-sixty years that would produce such an outcome? How long will mass shootings (and school shootings) continue? Why do so many young people struggle with murderous and suicidal impulses (not to mention depression, anxiety, and same-sex attraction)? This book exposes the psychological conditioning responsible for today's mental health crisis and reveals how it can be reversed if the necessary changes are made. If you like exploring human nature and the psychological ...

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Liberalism and Mass Shootings (A Christian Response to America’s Mental Health Crisis) by Roger Ball (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Are today's young people being psychologically conditioned to violence, sexual perversion, and suicidal hopelessness? Will mass shootings continue? Is the rise in same-sex attraction a closely related problem? Will violence continue to increase? Will deaths of despair continue to rise? Will America destroy itself from within? REVISED AND EDITED: America is now facing the worst psychological crisis in its history. What has changed over the past fifty-plus years that would produce such an outcome? How long will mass shootings (and school shootings) continue? Why do so many young people struggle with murderous and suicidal impulses (not to mention depression, anxiety, and same-sex attraction)? "I want to show how the problem of mass shootings, and America's mental health crisis in general, can be attributed to three primary causes: 1) the psychological effects of today's passive childrearing practices (producing low self-worth, insecurity, depression, self-doubt, anger, envious ...

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Human Rights as Mashiach - A Jewish Theology of Human Rights by Shaiya Rothberg (City of Justice Press - Jerusalem) (11 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

[This is an E-Essay - About 20 Pages] It happens now and again that powerful new ideas change the course of history. I'm talking about a special class of redemptive ideas that push humanity to a higher stage of evolution, a stage in which we as a species are wiser and more loving and more just than we were before. One such idea was that all human beings are created in the image of God. Another was that faithfulness to God means abolishing slavery. I think that on the cultural horizon of the human species today there is such a new idea, an idea that could help redeem humanity from her present state of exile and destruction. That idea is the theology of human rights. While religion is sometimes the enemy of human dignity, it can also be a powerful force for its protection. When John Woolman, an American Quaker born in 1720, began preaching that faithfulness to God requires abolishing slavery, he ignited a religious passion that helped facilitate the global paradigm shift that ...

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The Simple Case for Going Vegan by Magnus Vinding (45 Reviews)    Price verified one hour 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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Armenophobia in Azerbaijan by Anzhela Elibegova (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The idea of this book came after the presentation of Azeri?hild project which represented a systematized compilation of works by Azerbaijani authors intended for children audiences along with a series of examples of works created by children themselves, which gave a clear demonstration of the gap between the real situation in the Azerbaijani society about anything relating to Armenia and the declared tolerance for diversity of cultures and religions. Naturally enough, we tend to label this hatred as armenophobia often without full awareness of the pivotal role it plays in shaping the ethnic identity of Azerbaijanis; such hatred channeled against all that pertains to Armenia stands as the nemesis of their psychological model and fuels the juxtaposition of us vs. them which is fraught with repercussions for Azerbaijanis themselves. The large archive compiled by the authors of this book a) serves as a thesaurus for an analysis of ongoing processes in the Azerbaijani society and ...

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The Granite Key (Arkana Archaeology Mystery Thriller Series Book 1) by N. S. Wikarski (1,037 Review)    Price verified 2 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 Rise of Trump: America's Authoritarian Spring by Matthew C MacWilliams (3 Reviews)    Price verified 5 hours ago

The ascendance of Donald Trump to the presidential candidacy of the Republican Party has been both remarkable and, to most commentators, unlikely. In The Rise of Trump: America's Authoritarian Spring, Matthew MacWilliams argues that Trump's rapid rise through a bewildered Republican Party hierarchy is no anomaly; rather, MacWilliams argues, it is the most recent expression of a long-standing theme in American political life, the tendency and temptation to an ascriptive politics -- a political view that builds its basic case on ascribing to any relatively disempowered group (whether defined by race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, or other identifying category) a certain set of qualities that justify discriminatory treatment. The ascriptive tradition in American politics, though longstanding, has generally been kept to a relatively small minority -- a minority whose rights, perhaps paradoxically, have been protected by the principles of Madisonian democracy, ...

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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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From Assessing to Conserving Biodiversity: Conceptual and Practical Challenges (History, Philosophy and Theory of the Life Sciences Book 24) by Elena Casetta (3 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This open access book features essays written by philosophers, biologists, ecologists and conservation scientists facing the current biodiversity crisis. Despite increasing communication, accelerating policy and management responses, and notwithstanding improving ecosystem assessment and endangered species knowledge, conserving biodiversity continues to be more a concern than an accomplished task. Why is it so?The overexploitation of natural resources by our species is a frequently recognised factor, while the short-term economic interests of governments and stakeholders typically clash with the burdens that implementing conservation actions imply. But this is not the whole story. This book develops a different perspective on the problem by exploring the conceptual challenges and practical defiance posed by conserving biodiversity, namely: on the one hand, the difficulties in defining what biodiversity is and characterizing that "thing" to which the word 'biodiversity'refers to; on ...

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Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche (4,934 Reviews)    Price verified 7 minutes 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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Congo's Children by Kem Knapp Sawyer (Pulitzer Center) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo have seen their lives threatened, their families torn apart, their schools destroyed, and their futures compromised. Many are homeless -- abandoned street children, some accused of witchcraft, others born of rape or orphaned by war. But while children are the most vulnerable segment of a broken society, they are also among the most resilient. Congo's Children tells their stories, accompanied by vivid photography and video and drawing on reporting that has appeared in PBS NewsHour, The Washington Post, TruthAtlas, and other outlets. "The stunning photographs and deeply moving text of this book offer a fine introduction to the suffering -- and hopes -- of people in a part of the world we know far too little about." -- Adam Hochschild, author, King Leopold's Ghost "Here's the Congo that doesn't make the news clips or TV screens. The everyday Congo, with people managing to organize, create art, and educate each other despite the odds. A ...

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Macroeconomics, Agriculture, and Food Security: A Guide to Policy Analysis in Developing Countries by Eugenio Díaz-Bonilla (International Food Policy Research Institute) (3 Reviews)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Why write a book on macroeconomic policies and their links to agriculture and food security in developing countries? The food price spikes of the years just prior to 2010 and the economic, political, and social dislocations they generated refocused the attention of policymakers and development practitioners on the agricultural sector and food security concerns. But even without those traumatic events, the importance of agriculture for developing countries -- and for an adequate functioning of the world economy -- cannot be denied. First, although declining over time, primary agriculture still represents important percentages of developing countries' overall domestic production, exports, and employment. If agroindustrial, transportation, commercial, and other related activities are also counted, then the economic and social importance of agriculture-based sectors increases significantly. Furthermore, large numbers of the world's poor still live in rural areas and work in agriculture. ...

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American Consequences by P.J. O'Rourke (14 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

A new, 100% free online magazine from bestselling author P.J. O'Rourke To begin receiving American Consequences for free each month, visit www.AmericanConsequencesMag.com. If you think everything in America is just fine... this may not be for you. But if you feel like you're never really getting the full story from the mainstream media... we agree. And we did something about it. We believe when it comes to your retirement... your money... and your financial safety in the coming years... you deserve better. That's why we started American Consequences - a new, online magazine about what's really happening in American finance... and what's about to happen next. Editor in Chief P.J. O'Rourke doesn't take sides... Instead, over the years he's found that making fun of things is an excellent way to understand them. The absurd is the absurd whether you find it on the left, on the right, or in the middle. Each issue of American Consequences focuses on one of the world's ...

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Inane Interpolations In Bhagvad-Gita : (An Invocation for their Revocation) by BS Murthy (Amazon Digital Services) (2 Reviews)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Why is This Book Now? The Manusmriti, the social doctrine of yore, and the Bhagvad-Gita, the spiritual tomein vogue that lay down the discriminatory dharma (duties) of the four social classes (castes) have been the bugbears of the Hindu backward classes. However, to their chagrin, of late, as the latter is beingmindlessly promoted even though the former was constitutionally debunked, they began advocating that it too should be dumped in a dustbin. Ironically, the improbability of their progenitor Krishna, the architect of the Gita, relegating his own ilk to the social margins failed to dawn upon these that Gita supposedly slights, even to this day! Thus, their intellectuals, instead of seeking to reclaim their priceless heritage, albeit after ridding its interpolative garbage, tend to rubbish it a la throwing the baby with the bathwater, and needless to say they must ponder. Also, it is high time that the Gita-class stop laying store by the self-aggrandizing verses in this Vy?sa's ...

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Foliage: An International Banking Spy Thriller (A Louise Moscow Novel Book 1) by Lorraine Evanoff (230 Reviews)    Price verified 7 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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Women and Inequality in a Changing World: Exploring New Paradigms for Peace (Gender in a Global/Local World) by Hoda Mahmoudi (1 Review)    Price verified 8 hours ago

Women and Inequality in a Changing World explores the obstacles women continue to face to their equal participation in all areas of daily life -- political, social, and economic -- which persist despite the growth in the education of girls, large-scale social movements, and political waves. The volume widens and deepens understanding of women in relation to the inequalities they face, based not only on gender, but also on race, class, religion, and more. It also highlights the progress that women have made, and how this progress contributes to the creation of more peaceful and prosperous societies. This interdisciplinary book brings together leading scholars and practitioners from across the globe to provide a wide range of perspectives and experiences, examine crucial questions, and o?er new ideas and innovative solutions to increasing the role of women moving forward. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of gender studies, women's studies, and political ...

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Misreading the Bengal Delta: Climate Change, Development, and Livelihoods in Coastal​ Bangladesh (Culture, Place, and Nature) by Camelia Dewan (1 Review)    Price verified 7 hours ago

Perilously close to sea level and vulnerable to floods, erosion, and cyclones, Bangladesh is one of the top recipients of development aid earmarked for climate change adaptation. Yet to what extent do adaptation projects address local needs and concerns? Combining environmental history and ethnographic fieldwork with development professionals, rural farmers, and landless women, Misreading the Bengal Delta critiques development narratives of Bangladesh as a "climate change victim." It examines how development actors repackage colonial-era modernizing projects, which have caused severe environmental effects, as climate-adaptation solutions. Seawalls meant to mitigate against cyclones and rising sea levels instead silt up waterways and induce drainage-related flooding. Other adaptation projects, from saline aquaculture to high-yield agriculture, threaten soil fertility, biodiversity, and livelihoods. Bangladesh's environmental crisis goes beyond climate change, extending to coastal ...

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Comparisons in Global Security Politics: Representing and Ordering the World by Kerrin Langer Price verified 5 hours ago

Academic and postgraduate researchers in International Relations especially those researching security politics, security studies and international political sociology.

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Library of Congress Workshop on Etexts by Library of Congress Price verified 9 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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Speaking in Silence: Censorship in Vietnam by Bui Thanh Hieu (11 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

In the holiday paradise Vietnam, social media are allowed only to provide and exchange personal information. Bloggers and cyberdissidents who dare to question the government's legitimacy or domestic policies are ruthlessly suppressed. Political blogger Bui Thanh Hieu (1972) nevertheless uses the Internet to criticize politically hot topics, such as Vietnam's territorial claims within China as well as its handling of land disputes with the Catholic Church. In response to this, Hieu was arrested, his computers confiscated. The license for his Internet café in Hanoi was revoked. Hieu persisted however: his blog was being read by up to 15,000 visitors per day. Because of his commitment, he was arrested and detained on numerous occasions. At the invitation of the city of Weimar, Germany, he was finally able to leave the country. There he finished Speaking in Silence. In this short story he laments, with humour and irony, the behaviour of civil servants of the special judicial, ...

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On The Human Species: A Philosophy on Reason and the Emergence of Civilized Humanity by Anthony Pellegrino (14 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

On the Human Species is a philosophical and psychological discourse that charts the origin and evolution of our species. The book is an inspired combination of science and philosophy, a brilliant canvas of intellectual thought and discerning anthropology. In this work, Mr. Pellegrino delves within the origin of our species from the conception of reason to the creation of religion. The book also explains human emotions, the origin of vice, and an illusory morality that manifests itself as accountability, but also differentiates our species from the remainder of the animal kingdom.

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Putting Federalism in Its Place: The Territorial Politics of Social Policy Revisited by Scott L. Greer (University of Michigan Press) Price verified 3 hours ago

What does federalism do to welfare states? This question arises in scholarly debates about policy design as well as in discussions about the right political institutions for a country. It has frustrated many, with federalism seeming to matter in all sorts of combinations with all sorts of issues, from nationalism to racism to intergovernmental competition. The diffuse federalism literature has not come to compelling answers for very basic questions. Scott L. Greer, Daniel Béland, André Lecours, and Kenneth A. Dubin argue for a new approach -- one methodologically focused on configurations of variables within cases rather than a fruitless attempt to isolate "the" effect of federalism; and one that is substantively engaged with identifying key elements in configurations as well as with when and how their interactions matter. Born out of their work on a multi-year, eleven-country project (published as Federalism and Social Policy: Patterns of Redistribution in Eleven Countries, ...

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A Moment of Clarity by Cliff Lengkono (1 Review)    Price verified 6 hours ago

Have you been having trouble coping with loss? Do you want to be prepared for marriage and family? Are you wondering how you are going to deal with parenting? Is it hard for you to start and maintain a relationship? Could it be that there is more about love that you are yet to learn? You have found the book that cover all of those issues and many more. It takes no more than one book for you to have knowledge of and the solution to various problems that everybody faces in their life. A Moment of Clarity gives you the opportunity to see stages of life all at once because there are as many as six distinct sections in it, which are self, dating, relationship, marriage, parenthood, and farewell. It shows you what you can learn from the past, it enables you to make sense and deal with what is happening in your life, and it allows you to know and prepare for what is ahead. After looking inside life and yourself, you will be able to choose or tell what you want, to find ways and to do ...

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The Responsibility of Science (Studies in History and Philosophy of Science Book 57) by Harald A. Mieg (2 Reviews)    Price verified 6 hours ago

This open access book provides an overview of issues of scientific responsibility. The volume comprises three types of contributions: first, analyses of the responsibility of science; second, analyses of the structural conditions for science and its responsibility; and third, normative versions of scientific responsibility. The questions and problems dealt with include science as a profession, ambivalence of research and dual-use, innovation vs. precaution, notions of responsibility, the role of science within society and its relation to human rights, as well as scientific and public discourses. The book addresses scholars in the fields of Science Studies and Research Policy. This is an open access book.

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