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Book SynopsisThe shocking, untold story of how African independence was strangled at birth by America’s systematic interference. Accra, 1958. Africa’s liberation leaders have gathered for a conference, full of strength, purpose and vision. Newly independent Ghana’s Kwame Nkrumah and Congo’s Patrice Lumumba strike up a close partnership. Everything seems possible. But, within a few years, both men will have been targeted by the CIA, and their dream of true African autonomy undermined. The United States, watching the Europeans withdraw from Africa, was determined to take control. Pan-Africanism was inspiring African Americans fighting for civil rights; the threat of Soviet influence over new African governments loomed; and the idea of an atomic reactor in black hands was unacceptable. The conclusion was simple: the US had to ‘recapture’ Africa, in the shadows, by any means necessary. Renowned historian Susan Williams dives into the archives, revealing new, shocking details of America’s covert programme in Africa. The CIA crawled over the continent, poisoning the hopes of 1958 with secret agents and informants; surreptitious UN lobbying; cultural infiltration and bribery; assassinations and coups. As the colonisers moved out, the Americans swept in—with bitter consequences that reverberate in Africa to this day.Trade Review'[White Malice] gives us an unprecedented look into the murky underworld of Cold War geopolitics and the motivations of its major players.' -- African Business'White Malice is a triumph of archival research.' -- Africa Is a Country

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Book Synopsis Learn how to start a botanical sketchbook, to improve both your drawing skills and your appreciation of the natural world, with renowned botanical illustrator and tutor Dianne Sutherland.Sketchbooks are a simple and accessible way of becoming more involved with nature, with all the wellbeing benefits that brings, while learning to draw and paint with purpose. This beautiful yet practical book is aimed at those just starting out in botanical art and nature journaling, as well as more experienced artists looking to evolve their sketching practice.? Explore a variety of subjects: From delicate flowers and towering trees to fascinating insects and their habitats.? Learn to compose your sketches effectively: Highlight key features and capture the unique beauty of each specimen.? Experiment with different techniques and materials: Add depth and dimension to your work with expert guidance.? Incorporate colour swatches, notes, and labels: Enhance your sketchbook''s educational value and create a lasting record of your observations.In this comprehensive book packed with step-by-step instructions, Dianne generously shares her knowledge on selecting the perfect sketchbook (or even making your own with simple bookbinding techniques), to the in-depth development of sketchbook pages, covering content and composition, what parts of the plant to include, how to deal with different subjects, and now to bring your work to life with simple watercolour techniques.Illustrated throughout with examples of Dianne''s beautiful sketchbook pages this is a truly inspirational guide that will give you everything you need to start creating stunning nature sketchbooks and journals.Discover the profound therapeutic benefits of botanical sketchbooking, immerse yourself in nature, observe the intricate details of plants and insects, and harness your creativity to capture their essence on paper with Sketching Nature.

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Book SynopsisFilled with gorgeous illustrations and concept art from the hit Netflix series, The Art and Making of Arcane is an immersive journey behind the scenes of the Emmy Award-winning Animated Series!

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Book SynopsisAN INTERNATIONAL SENSATION! FROM #1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHORS THE ORIGINAL LAW OF ATTRACTION TEACHINGS OF ABRAHAM THAT INSPIRED THE HIT MOVIE THE SECRETINCLUDES 22 PROVEN PROCESSES TO IMPROVE YOUR MANIFESTING AND HELP YOU FEEL MORE HAPPINESS NOWThe most comprehensive volume of the first 20 years of the teachings from Abraham - a loving group consciousness from the non-physical dimension.A publishing milestone that offers you a blueprint for understanding and implementing your own destiny. -Wayne Dyer, best-selling author of The Power of IntentionAsk and It Is Given, the pivotal manifestation and law of attraction book by Esther and Jerry Hicks, presents the inspirational teachings of the nonphysical entity Abraham, to help you learn how to manifest your desires so that you're living the joyous and fulfilling life you deserve. This empowering book will show you how to feeTrade Review"This is plain and simply, one of the most powerful books I have ever read. One's entire life can change because of what is found here." - Neale Donald Walsch "This is a great book! My wife and I have enjoyed these profound and extremely practical Abraham teachings for several years" - John Gray Jerry and Esther Hicks' bestselling title 'Ask and it is Given' is an absolute must for anyone interested in the law of attraction, and using it to better their lives, finances and relationships. Soul & Spirit magazine

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Book SynopsisThe first set of books collecting Bill Watterson's timeless Calvin and Hobbes comics in a compact, portable format designed to introduce the timeless adventures of a boy and his stuffed tiger to a new generation of readers. Featuring nearly 500 comics from the strip's debut in November 1985 through March 1987, this is the first set in a series of seven."At some level, all American childhoods are the same, which probably explains our lasting love affair with Calvin and Hobbes." —The Washington PostCalvin and Hobbes is unquestionably one of the most popular comic strips of all time. The imaginative world of a boy and his real-only-to-him tiger first appeared in 1985 and could be read in more than 2,400 newspapers when Bill Watterson retired on January 1, 1996. This compact, portable new format is designed to introduce the timeless adventures of Calvin and Hobbes to a new generation of readers, and will fit easily into backpacks as well as on the collector's shelf. Featuring archival slipcase and cover art selected by the author, The Calvin and Hobbes Portable Compendium pays tribute to the strip's origin in newspapers while appealing to both new and existing fans of Calvin and Hobbes. This set is composed of two 144-page paperback books, including nearly 500 comics from the strip's debut in Nov. 1985 through March 1987. It is the first of seven sets total to be released between 2023 and 2026.

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Book Synopsis**THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER** a comic about dinosaurs navigating the complexities of life, together

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Book SynopsisRise Sister Rise is a call to arms for our sacred feminine to rise up, tell the truth, and lead. From Rebecca Campbell, a writer, mystic, devotional creative, and visionary who supports hundreds of thousands of people to connect with their soul and weave the sacred back into their everyday life.It is for those who agreed at soul level to be here at this stage in history to lead this global shift that the mystics of the ages have predicted: the return of the mother and the rise of the feminine. Rebecca says: Rise for you, rise for me, when you rise first you rise for She. Many of us have spent much of our working lives "making it" in a man’s world, leaning on patriarchal methods of survival in order to succeed, dulling down our intuition, and ignoring the fierce power of the feminine. We have ignored the cycles of the feminine in order to survive in a patriarchal linear system – but now the world has changed.Here Are Some of the Chapters in Rise, Sister Rise:Part I - Rebecca's Story · The Unbinding· The Wise Women· Work Baby· Shakti Rising· Returning to Avalon· Tools for Your Rising Part II - Birthing A New Age· We Were Made for These Times· Shakti Always Rises· The Holy Grail is Within YouPart III - Remembering Our Cyclic Nature · You Are Spirit Earthed· You'll Find Your True Nature in Nature· When Whispers Turn into ShoutsPart IV - Unbinding the Wise, Wild Woman· The Suppression of the Female Voice· The Mystic Always Rises · Finding Mary· The Return of the MagdalenesPart V - Redefining Sisterhood· The Reunion· The Ones Who Came Before Us· When Women Circle· Your Constellation of Sisters· Calling in Your SistersPart VI - Doing the Work· What Is Rising in You?· Rising Feminine Archetypes· New World RIsing Birthed by You· Let the Universe Use You· Be a Clear Channel· A Prayer for Times of Remembering· It's Not Your Job to Save the World · Keep on Rising“I’m a super-fan of Rebecca Campbell... Rebecca guides her reader to step into their authentic power so that they can live and lead at their highest potential.”– Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author of Miracles NowRise Sister Rise is a transmission that calls the innate divine feminine wisdom to rise. It is about healing the insecurities, the fears, and the inherited patterns that stop people from trusting the Shakti (power) and wisdom (intuition) that effortlessly flows through them.It's about recognizing all of the ways we have been keeping ourselves contained and restrained in effort to dim to fit into a certain archetype. It’s about co-creating a whole new archetype – someone who does not keep themself small in order to make others feel more comfortable.Full of activations, spiritual tools, calls to action, contemplative questions, rituals, and confrontational exercises, this inspirational book teaches that it is safe to let Shakti rise, safe to trust your intuition, and safe to take leaps of faith – because in healing ourselves we are healing the world.“You have an ancient wisdom within you that is waiting for you to remember, hear, and heed it. These Rise Sister Rise calls to action have been carefully designed to assist you in reclaiming your voice, unbinding your power, unlocking your wisdom, unleashing your true nature, and aligning yourselves with the sacred flow of all of Life.”Rise Sister Rise.Love, Rebecca xTrade ReviewI'm a super-fan of Rebecca Campbell [...] Rebecca guides her reader to step into their authentic power so that they can live and lead at their highest potential. -- Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times bestselling author of Miracles Now Rebecca Campbell is a modern day High Priestess led by the Divine. I've never in my life met anyone who shines like she does. -- Kyle Gray, author of Raise Your Vibration

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Book SynopsisIn 365 Days of Feel-good Art, Lorna Scobie explores art-based tasks which will help to boost your overall confidence, wellbeing and happiness.Full of tips that will encourage you to nurture your creativity, 365 Days of Feel-good Art teaches readers of all artistic levels how to tackle creative tasks, even if they are unsure of where to start.With breakout 'Expand' exercises, readers will be able to immerse themselves in more involved activities such as making cards for loved ones, or keeping a gratitude diary. And for those looking for a swift creative challenge there will be quick-hit happiness activities throughout the book that can be slotted into any busy day. Journal pages encourage readers to record their thoughts and reflect on their creative journey, wherever they may be on it.The accessible format of the book allows readers to work their way through the activities in any order that they would like, making it perfect for anyone who is looking for creative inspiration that isn’t too involved and doesn’t require any specialist equipment.

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERFrom international drag superstar and pop culture icon RuPaul, comes his most revealing to datea brutally honest and deeply intimate memoir of growing up Black, poor, and queer in a broken home to discovering the power of performance and self-acceptance.A profound introspection of his life, relationships, and identity, The House of Hidden Meanings is a self-portrait of the legendary icon on the road to global fame and changing the way the world thinks about drag.Central to RuPaul's success has been his chameleonic adaptability. From drag icon to powerhouse producer of one of the world's largest television franchises, RuPaul's ever-shifting nature has always been part of his brand as both supermodel and super mogul.Yet that adaptability has made him enigmatic to the public. In this memoir, his most intimate and detailed book yet, RuPaul makes himself truly known.Stripping away all artifice, RuPaul recounts the story of his life with breath taking clarity and tenderness, bringing his signature wisdom and wit to his own biography. From his early years growing up as a queer Black kid in San Diego navigating complex relationships with his absent father and temperamental mother, to forging an identity in the punk and drag scenes of Atlanta and New York, to finding enduring love with his husband Georges LeBar and self-acceptance in sobriety, RuPaul excavates his own biography, uncovering new truths and insights in his personal history.Here in RuPaul's singular and extraordinary story is a manual for livinga personal philosophy that testifies to the value of chosen family, the importance of harnessing what makes you different, and the transformational power of facing yourself fearlessly.If we're all born naked and the rest is drag, then this is RuPaul totally out of drag. This is RuPaul stripped bare.

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Book SynopsisExplore creativity while learning how to draw lively, unique sketches of your favorite houses, shops, landmarks, and other buildings. Learning to sketch can be intimidating, especially when drawing subjects like architecture that seem to rely on perfect perspective, straight lines, and complex forms. In Housesketching, artist and instructor Albert Kiefer (Housesketcher) shares his signature techniques that will enable and empower you to abandon perfectionism and learn to sketch and express yourself creatively, like his tens of thousands of students have done. Whether you work in pen and ink and alcohol markers like Albert, or use your favorite medium, you will learn how to create amazingly expressive drawings. From his whimsical linework to his playful use of perspective to his energetic colorwork, Albert’s approach can be applied to any type or style of building—or any subject at all! Housesketching shows ho

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Book SynopsisBuckle up for the next installment in our Epic series and the follow-up to Epic Drives of the World. Showcasing 50 of Europe’s greatest road trips, from classic drives such as Route Napoleon through the south of France to longer trips including Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way or taking a campervan through Finnish Lapland in the Arctic summer. We cover a huge variety of themes and experiences across drives that range from a few hours to a week or more.Each of the featured drives include: First-person accounts from writers who have completed the drive Challenge level grading: easy / harder / epic Inspirational photography, maps and practical information to follow the writer’s journey Driving factbox: when is the best time to drive, vehicle hire information, how to get there, what to take Expert travel advice: where to stay, recommended detours, the best places to eat Suggestions for similar drives 50 epic drives across Europe, including: Coast to the Edge of Alps (Albania) Grossglockner Hachalpenstrasse (Austria) Bulgaria's fortress highway: Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) The Adriatic Highway (Croatia) Central and Southern Bohemia Loop (Czech Republic) West Coast of Jutland (Denmark) The Cotswolds (England) Chateaux of the Loire Valley (France) To the Nurburgring (Germany) Iceland's Ring Road (Iceland) Wild Atlantic Way (Ireland) Dolomites Passes & Villages Loop (Italy) The Belfast Loop (Northern Ireland) West Coast - Bergen to Kristiansund (Norway) Portugal's National Route 2 (Portugal) EV Campervan Around Orkney (Scotland) Mallorca - Serra de Tramuntana (Spain) Furka Pass (Switzerland) The Coastal Way (Wales) With a vibrant cover illustrated by Ross Murray, this beautiful hardback continues this collectible series. Whether you’re a regular road tripper or just want to explore your destination in a new way, Epic Road Trips of Europe will inspire a lifetime of adventures out on the open road.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Book SynopsisThe Challenge Built to Last, the defining management study of the nineties, showed how great companies triumph over time and how long-term sustained performance can be engineered into the DNA of an enterprise from the very beginning. But what about the company that is not born with great DNA? How can good companies, mediocre companies, even bad companies achieve enduring greatness? The Study For years, this question preyed on the mind of Jim Collins. Are there companies that defy gravity and convert long-term mediocrity or worse into long-term superiority? And if so, what are the universal distinguishing characteristics that cause a company to go from good to great? The Standards Using tough benchmarks, Collins and his research team identified a set of elite companies that made the leap to great results and sustained those results for at least fifteen years. How great? After the leap, the

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Book SynopsisA powerful and inspiring book from the founders of IDEO, the award-winning design firm, on unleashing the creativity that lies within each and every one of us.Too often, companies and individuals assume that creativity and innovation are the domain of the creative types'. But two of the foremost experts in innovation, design and creativity on the planet show us that each and every one of us is creative.In an entertaining and inspiring narrative that draws on countless stories from their work at IDEO, and with many of the world''s top companies and design firms, David and Tom Kelley identify the principles and strategies that will allow us to tap into our creative potential in our work lives, and in our personal lives, allow us to think outside the box in terms of how we approach and solve problems.Creative Confidence' is a book that will help each of us be more productive and successful in our lives and in our careers.Trade Review‘David and Tom have written an incredibly insightful book that challenges us all have the courage to break out of our ruts, innovate, and create’ Tim Koogle, former President & CEO, Yahoo ‘An indispensible field guide for creative explorers of all kinds. This compelling book will help build creative muscles for when you need them most’ Todd Spaletto, President, The North Face ‘Developing both the courage and confidence to create and the ability to cultivate original insight is of enormous practical importance, and this new book is the first place I send people to learn how it is done’ Richard Miller, President, Olin College ‘Creativity is not magic, it's a skill. Get this book and learn the skill from the brothers who have taught it to more people—f rom nurses to bankers to teachers to computer scientists—than anyone else’ Chip Heath, author of Made to Stick, Switch, and Decisive ‘A cross between Steve Jobs' commencement speech on creativity and a modern-day What Color is your Parachute?, the Kelley brothers offer simple but effective tools for the "I'm not creative" set—business leaders and professionals seeking the confidence to innovate’ John Maeda, President & CEO, Rhode Island School of Design ‘A five-star Wow! This wonderful, heartwarming book may literally change the world. Indeed, it must change the world. Don’t just read it. Use it. Now’ Tom Peters, bestselling author of In Search of Excellence ‘This book changed me. ‘Creative Confidence’ is that rare combination of thought leadership, soulful storytelling, and real-life exercises that inspires you to reclaim your creative passion and courage. I feel braver already’ Brené Brown, Ph.D., author of the #1 New York Times Best-seller, Daring Greatly ‘This is the only book about creativity that you'll ever need’ Guy Kawasaki, author of APE: Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur

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Book SynopsisBump to Birthday - a beautifully designed, colour illustrated, combined pregnancy and first year baby journal - will inspire any parent-to-be to capture the unique story of the journey of pregnancy and baby's precious first year. During pregnancy Bump to Birthday provides week- by-week information on the developing bump and provides prompts to enable parents to tell their own remarkable story and record unique, unrepeatable experiences. The pregnancy journey, hopes and dreams, the birthing experience, and all the special moments with the new baby - from first movements to first smile, first Christmas to first birthday - with spaces for photos and scan images, will all be treasured forever in one beautiful journal.

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Book SynopsisIn 2016, Manson published The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck, a book that brilliantly gave shape to the ever-present, low-level hum of anxiety that permeates modern living.Trade Review“Just because everything appears to be a mess doesn’t mean you have to be one. Mark Manson’s book is a call to arms for a better life and better world and could not be more needed right now.” — Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and Ego is the Enemy “Mark Manson continues to break down questions about human happiness and well-being in creative and unexpected ways. The result is a wonderfully accessible book that tackles some of the deeper questions about where our world is headed, as well as how to take better care of ourselves (and each other) until we get there.” — Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, Professor of Psychology at Columbia University and Host of The Psychology Podcast “Mark Manson has succeeded in explaining a crazy world to an entire generation by invoking hard science, moral philosophy, and gobs of hilarious wit. This book is guaranteed to make you laugh, question your beliefs, and (hopefully) change your life.” — Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable “Mark provides an antidote to our era of spiritual malaise with a much-needed tincture of laughter, practical advice and philosophical wisdom. His counterintuitive insight will keep a three-bourbon smile on your face the whole time you’re reading it.” — Eric Barker, bestselling author of Barking Up the Wrong Tree “While we’re all afraid of the evils in the world, Mark Manson shows us how to avoid the dark side in ourselves. A witty and enlightening book that we all need to read before throwing in the towel.” — Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street and host of The Knowledge Project Podcast “Mark Manson is a master of thought-provoking and counterintuitive insights. His easy-to-read style will have you turning pages for hours.” — James Clear, New York Times bestselling author of Atomic Habits “Entertaining and thought-provoking . . . [Manson’s] dark-humored wit and blunt prose are both informative and engaging . . . Clever and accessibly conversational, Manson reminds us to chill out, not sweat the small stuff, and keep hope for a better world alive.” — Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisYoga Nidra is a technique by Swami Satyananda Saraswati, blending traditional tantric practice with science. It promotes deep relaxation, stress management, education enhancement, and inner potential awakening. The text covers theory, class transcriptions, applications, and research.

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Book SynopsisOh Cook! is a foolproof manual packed with practical information and delicious recipes for even the most basic of home cooks. If, like James May, the sight of the kitchen strikes fear into your very heart and you can’t identify a spatula from a fish slice – this is the book for you. **Accompanying a major Amazon Prime TV Series ** ‘The silent millions of reluctant home chefs have been waiting for decades for Oh Cook! the cookbook that, finally, drives a blunt meat skewer through the burgeoning pseudo-intellectualism of foodie media.’ – James May Oh Cook! is a foolproof manual packed with more than 60 delicious recipes for even the most basic of home cooks. In this TV tie-in, James May, star of Amazon Prime’s The Grand Tour, Our Man in Japan and previous host of Top Gear, seeks to unpack the mysteries of cooking, unearthing the secrets behind the perfect poached egg, smooth custard and how to impress your friends and family with a cracking Sunday roast. Taking readers on a culinary tour (around his kitchen), James builds upon his cookery skills, recreating dishes from his travels as well as rediscovering some nostalgic childhood favourites along the way. Chapters include:BrunchPastaPub GrubRoastsCurry NightAsian FusionThe Great OutdoorsSpongey Things With Storecupboard Saviours (for when the fridge is empty), which includes recipes for his beloved Spam, as well as hints and tips, James May is here to prove that really anyone can cook. On his journey to becoming a more accomplished home cook, he makes use of some his favourite gadgets and ingredients and through a traditional process of trial and error, knocks together some surprisingly delicious recipes, so that you can avoid all the common pit falls at home.Trade Review‘Genuinely useful’ – London Evening Standard ‘Common-sense recipes aimed to give novice cooks the know-how to feed themselves enjoyably.’ – Waitrose Weekend ‘May’s kitchen shtick continues to be a mix of everyman bafflement and mild curiosity about more refined culinary techniques, only with a minor twist – May is now edging away from banter in the direction of practical advice, albeit offered without any real confidence.’ – The Guardian review of Oh Cook on Prime Video

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Book SynopsisPut some fun into your puzzling with these clever games, specially designed to give your brain a workout while also making you smile! It's common knowledge that a brain workout is essential for keeping your mind on top form but often the puzzles we turn to can seem like very hard work. With Brain Games for Adults, internationally renowned puzzle expert Dr Gareth Moore presents a huge variety of puzzles – from cryptic codes to logic puzzles, number puzzles to feats of memory – that will challenge you and help boost your IQ. With different types of puzzles, all timed and all evolving in levels of difficulty as you work through the book, that challenge will continue as you progress and build your skills.From the author of the bestselling children's puzzle book series, Brain Games For Clever Kids®

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Book SynopsisOne of the trickiest tasks we ever face is that of working out who we really are. If we’re asked directly to describe ourselves, our minds tend to go blank. We can’t just sum ourselves up. We need prompts and suggestions and more detailed enquiries that help tease out and organise our picture of ourselves. This book is designed to help us create a psychological portrait of ourselves with the use of some far more unusual, oblique, entertaining and playful prompts. The questions are designed to help us cumulatively appreciate how rich our identities are and how complicated, beautiful and sometimes painful our experiences have been. If self-knowledge is central to a wise and fulfilled life, it is because it teaches us which of our many—often contradictory—feelings and plans we might trust, in order that we can be a little more sceptical around our first impulses and less puzzled by the ebb and flow of our moods. We can understand where some of our feelings have come from and what might be driving our convictions and our longings.

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Book SynopsisBelieve it or not, Japanese cuisine in general is actually quite vegan-friendly, and many dishes can be made vegan with just a simple substitution or two.You can enjoy the same big, bold, salty-sweet-spicy-rich-umami recipes of modern Japanese soul food without so much as glancing down the meat and dairy aisles. And best of all, it’s super-easy to make!In Vegan JapanEasy, Tim Anderson taps into Japan’s rich culture of cookery that’s already vegan or very nearly vegan, so there are no sad substitutes and zero shortcomings on taste. From classics like Vegetable Tempura, Onigiri, Mushroom Gyoza and Fried Tofu in Dashi, to clever vegan conversions including Cauliflower Katsu Curry, French Onion Ramen and Sichuan-Style Hot and Numbing Tofu with Ancient Grains, you don’t need to be vegan to enjoy these tasty recipes. Add to that some outrageously good drinks and desserts, like the Watermelon Mojito and Soy Sauce Butterscotch Brownies, and you’ll be spoilt for choice!With ingredients like tangy miso, savoury shiitake mushrooms and zingy ponzu, to name a few, who needs meat? So if you’re new to veganism, new to Japanese cooking, new to both, or you just want to expand your meat-free repertoire, this is the book for you!Trade ReviewIt is, quite apart from being a ravishingly beautiful book, full of recipes that make even this meat eater hungry and happy. It’s also something of a primer on flavour, pointing the home cook towards one taste sensation after another. * Nigella Lawson - Nigella.com *

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Book Synopsis The joys of the world, one terrible map at a time – this is the ultimate gift book for the budding geographer or anyone who wants to have a laugh.

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Book Synopsis'The Balkan Kitchen is a treasure trove of delicious recipes, history and personal stories. A book to cook and learn from, to get lost in the beauty of a colourful diverse culture…and make you dream of visiting the region.' – Olia Hercules 'The Balkan Kitchen achieves what only the best recipe books can achieve…It is a book to come to for the food and stay with for the stories.' – Tara Wigley 'Irina's food is rich with history that tells of a region at the crossroads of myriad peoples and cultures.' – Melissa Thompson In The Balkan Kitchen, Irina Janakievska gives a voice to the vast and varied dishes and cultural heritage of the Balkan region. Explore this diverse and expansive region of cuisine with recipes including everything from Aubergine in Walnut Sauce and Leek, Lemon, and Olive Salad to Easter Roast Lamb and Chicken Paprikash, and of course sweet treats such as Vanilici Cooki

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Book SynopsisOver 80 mouthwatering recipes to cook at home.Chez Manon is a heartfelt book filled with Manon’s family recipes, as well as contemporary French meals that make entertaining effortless, whether it’s a brunch for two or lunch for a crowd. The chapters are set out like a classic French menu, allowing you to mix and match according to what’s in season. Recipes include classics, such as Pistachio and Almond Croissants, Chicken and Prune Pie and Salmon en Croute, to the more modern Beetroot Tarte Tatin and Mozzarella, Nectarine and Hazelnut Salad. The desserts are lick-the-spoon-worthy affairs, such as the Chocolate and Pear Gâteau, Easy Homemade Profiteroles and Mamie’s Apple Tart. With a chapter of fool-proof meal plans so you can ‘Host Like A French’ with ease, this cookbook demystifies French cooking once and for all.

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Book SynopsisCreate chef-quality food without spending hours in the kitchen.With unlimited access to recipes, why does anyone need another cookbook? Because not all recipes are born equal. Not all of them have been created by a global superstar chef who has built his reputation on delivering the very best food - whether that's the ultimate fine dining experience at his 3 Michelin-star Restaurant Gordon Ramsay or the perfectly crafted burger from his Las Vegas burger joint. Over the course of his stellar career, Gordon has learnt every trick in the trade to create dishes that taste fantastic and that can be produced without fail during even the most busy service. Armed with that knowledge, he has written an inspired collection of recipes for the time-pressed home cook who doesn't want to compromise on taste or flavour. The result is 100 tried and tested recipes that you'll find yourself using time and again. All the recipes take 30 minutes or less and use readily available ingredients that are transformed into something special with Gordon's expertise.Learn how to cook incredible, flavoursome dishes in just ten minutes with Ramsay in 10, the new book out 14/10/21.

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Book SynopsisIn this whimsically charming colouring book, 80 imaginative scenes will come to life as you express your creativity. Featuring coloured examples to follow if you wish, create new and interesting fairy tale art and fill each page with colour. Whilst some designs span across a double spread to fully capture a wider scene, others stand alone on a single page.

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Book SynopsisAs an easily accessible companion to Raymond Perrin's The Perrin Technique 2nd Edition, this handbook provides the basics of the why and the how of the Perrin Technique so that ME/CFS and fibromyalgia sufferers who are severely fatigued and unable to read - or even hold - a 530 page book can still obtain the core information needed to understand the importance of good neurolymphatic drainage to health and to recovery. For a thorough understanding of the structural and neuro-immunological problems that can lead to myalgic encephalomyelitis, chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, the comprehensive book is essential but for those who just want the basics - why they are ill, why they have the symptoms they have and what they need to do to get better - the Concise Perrin Technique offers illustrated, step-by-step guidance along with answers to the FAQs that Dr Perrin has encountered over 30 years of treating ME/CFS with manual technique.Table of ContentsThe basics - how the Perrin Technique works; CFS/ME and FMS - what's really going on? The role of toxins in MC/CFS and FMS; The stages leading to ME/CFS and FMS; Treatment for CFS/ME and FMS using the Perrin Technique; FAQs; Common pathological and radiological tests; The Perrin questionnaire for ME/CFS and FMS; Resources

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Book SynopsisThe author of the widely praised Wordslut analyzes the social science of cult influence: how cultish groups from Jonestown and Scientology to SoulCycle and social media gurus use language as the ultimate form of power.What makes “cults” so intriguing and frightening?Trade ReviewA fascinating, enthusiastic narrative on the loaded language of cults. — Kirkus Reviews “A rigorous and fascinating examination of the power of language to spellbind us all. Montell’s command over cultish language makes her as mesmerizing and charismatic as the gurus she dissects.” — Molly Ringwald, actress and author of When It Happens to You “You will never think of cults the same way again—this is an unforgettable look at human nature and the power of language. I couldn’t put it down. Amanda Montell blends true journalistic sorcery with her trademark humor and intrepid curiosity to create a linguistic narrative so delicious and searingly smart, you will wonder, like I did, can we join her cult? If so, count me in as a follower for life. I’ll read anything this woman writes.” — Chelsea Bieker, author of Godshot “Whip-smart, engaging, and utterly intriguing. Cultish is a witty and thorough examination of power, community, words, and the junctures between them.” — Alexis Henderson, author of The Year of the Witching “A playful but canny exploration of the ways language can entrance and beguile us—sometimes past the point of no return.” — Elisabeth Thomas, author of Catherine House “One of those life-changing reads that makes you see— or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” — Megan Angelo, author of Followers “Compulsively readable and startlingly of-the-moment, this witty, slick, and self-assured book is as intriguing as the spellbinding groups it examines.” — Andrea Bartz, author of The Lost Night and The Herd “At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don't realize you're in one till it's too late.” — Refinery29.com “We’re all susceptible to coercion, and Montell’s phenomenal book that chilling point as clear as can be.” — Bitch Magazine

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Book SynopsisA POWERFUL 55-CARD ANGEL ORACLE CARD DECK TO UNLOCK THE DIVINE MESSAGES OF THE ANGELS AND WISDOM OF THE ANCESTORSVOTED BEST CARD DECK OF 2018 FROM SPIRIT GUIDES MAGAZINE—FROM WORLD-RENOWNED ANGEL EXPERT AND BEST-SELLING AUTHOR OF RAISE YOUR VIBRATION, KYLE GRAYFeaturing new representations of angels, this oracle card deck reminds spiritual seekers that loving, divine guidance, grace, and inspiration from the angels is always available to anyone who is ready to listen.“Kyle Gray is one of the world’s most incredibly gifted angel communicators. I have seen him work and he is authentic, intelligent, and deeply compassionate. I highly recommend him and all his creations!”– Colette Baron-Reid, international bestselling oracle expert We are surrounded by countless angels, ancestors, and spirit guides who want to share their knowledge with us to bring healing and change. In whichever culture or religion they appear, Angels have always had one mission: to love, help, and guide humans. On the earthly plane, Ancestors are the wise ones, healers, and warriors who have offered to share their knowledge and magic with us.In this beautiful oracle deck, you will receive wisdom from: Guardians and Messengers These guiding spirits will help you connect with your primal needs and desires so you can live a fulfilling life that is aligned with your highest truth, good, and purpose.Warrior Symbols When these ‘warrior symbols’ appear within a reading, they can reveal important information that will help you understand what you need to do next. SeasonsThe seasons cards bring messages that will help you move into the flow of life and can also indicate the timing of a message.With this healing oracle deck featuring angels, shamans, medicine people, and warriors from the four corners of the Earth, you have the opportunity to bridge the gap between this world and others. The Angels and Ancestors know what you need to know, and by using the accompanying oracle card guidebook, you'll learn how to unlock their secrets and messages, and live an inspirational life touched by divine, magical guidance!

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Book SynopsisHave you ever laughed and cried at the same time? Because All My Friends Are Dead is either the saddest funny book of funniest sad book you've ever read.

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Book SynopsisLakoff researches how framing influences reasoning, or how the way we say something often matters much more than what we say. the Guardian Over a quarter of a million copies sold worldwide! Ten years after writing the definitive, international bestselling book on political debate and messaging, George Lakoff returns with new strategies about how to frame today’s essential issues. Called the “father of framing” by The New York Times, Lakoff explains how framing is about ideas – ideas that come before policy, ideas that make sense of facts, ideas that are proactive not reactive, positive not negative, ideas that need to be communicated out loud every day in public. The revised edition picks up where the original book left off – delving deeper into how framing works, how framing has evolved in the past decade, how to speak to people who harbor elements of both progressive and conservative worldviews, how to counter propaganda and slogans, and more. The ALL NEW Don’t Think of an Elephant! will make you reconsider everything you think you know about framing: Do you think facts alone can win a debate? Do you know what makes a Tea Party follower tick? Do you understand how to communicate on key issues that can improve people's lives? Whether you answer yes or no, the insights in The ALL NEW Don’t Think of an Elephant! will not only surprise you, but also give you the tools you need to develop frames that work, and eradicate frames that backfire.Trade Review"Lakoff single-handedly convinced liberals of the importance of language in winning political battles. Now he's back to finish what he started."--Markos Moulitsas, founder and publisher, Daily Kos"The All New Don't Think of an Elephant! is an indispensable tool for progressives—packed with new thinking on framing issues that are hotly debated right now, and new insights on how to reclaim the political debate on meaningful terms that can yield true progress, not just political gains."--Jennifer M. Granholm, former governor of Michigan"When the original Don't Think of an Elephant! came out in2004, Lakoff showed us that progressive Democrats voted on values, not issues—just like the right. Now, Dr. Lakoff is back to prevent a relapse of bad framing. The ALL NEW Don't Think of an Elephant! is a must read, every bit as important as the first edition. This time we have to train ourselves to think for the long term. Buy this book, memorize it, and teach it to your children. Progressives may be smart, but we don't communicate our ideas well. This book is the blueprint for how to do better."--Howard Dean, former chair of the Democratic National Committee and founder of Democracy for America

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Book SynopsisThe most comprehensive beekeeping resource ever published.This ultimate guide covers all the practical essentials and will teach you everything about caring for bees and safe hive management, with clear instructions and step-by-step illustrations. It also contains a wealth of information about the culinary, medicinal, cosmetic and domestic uses of honey, beeswax and pollen.So much more than just a practical handbook, this beautiful almanac is also a fascinating read, overflowing with charming bee trivia, fascinating folklore, an engaging history of beekeeping and much more besides. Discover bees in literature, learn how to craft beeswax candles, preserve fine wood with your own home-made furniture polish, or indulge your skin with lavender and beeswax hand cream. Enjoy over 100 glorious honey recipes for cakes and breads, sauces and marinades, drinks and even flavoured spirits!Fully illustrated with practical photography, stunning illustrations and unique etchings, this is an invaluable handbook as well as a beautiful addition to your coffee table, whether you''re an active beekeeper with buzzing hives, or an armchair enthusiast who daydreams about harvesting your own honey.The plight of the honeybee has been widely reported, as numbers fall at an alarming rate. But its vital role in crop pollination and global agricultural means that the survival of the honeybee is essential; if it is to endure into the next century, we must take it seriously now. The Collins Beekeeper''s Bible does just that, bestowing readers with all there is to know about bees, in the hope that it will help secure the future of this fascinating insect.CONTENTS INCLUDEo History of honey and beekeepingo Building a beehive & staying safeo Caring for your bees pests & diseaseso Growing flowers for beeso Collecting your honeyo Household uses for honey and beeswaxo Homeopathic, medicinal and cosmetic uses for honey and polleno Home craftso Recipes for home-made food and drinks featuring honeyTrade Review'This paving slab of a book should be on the shelf of every country person… detailed, well written and joyful to the eye' Country Life ‘A beautiful and practical guide to the world of bees and beekeeping.’ The Daily Telegraph’s Gardening section

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Book SynopsisIn this book Richard Ayoade -- actor, writer, director, and amateur dentist -- reflects on his cinematic legacy as only he can: in conversation with himself. Over ten brilliantly insightful and often erotic interviews, Ayoade examines Ayoade fully and without mercy, leading a breathless investigation into this once-in-a-generation visionary. They have called their book Ayoade on Ayoade: A Cinematic Odyssey. Take the journey, and your life will never be the same again.

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Book SynopsisAn unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners.I love Olly''s work - and you will too! - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in English for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most importantly - enjoyment! Mapped to A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories will both entertain you, and give you a feeling of progress when listening.What does this book give you? Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making learning fun, while you gain a wide range of new vocabulary Controlled language at your level, including the 1000 most frequent words, to help you progress confidently Authentic spoken diTrade ReviewAs researchers in language acquisition, we need to study people like you. * Stephen Krashen, Emeritus Professor, University of Southern California *Olly's advice on language learning is the real deal, and I recommend you pay attention to what he has to say! * Benny Lewis, Fluent in 3 Months *When we wanted to create a free online course on how to learn a language we asked Olly to write it with us. * Dr Tita Beaven, The Open University *Learning a language is challenging, but it's one of the best things you can do for your brain and your learning skill set... Olly Richards is doing some seriously incredible work to empower more and more people to rise to the challenge. * Jonathan Levi *Olly bridges the gap between theory and practice by helping you to use scientific principles to get real results with your language learning. * Anthony Metivier, Magnetic Memory Method *

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Book SynopsisOn the 20th anniversary of SOPHIE'S WORLD - the world's bestselling book of 1995 - a striking new edition with a fresh jacket look and a foreword by the author.'A simply wonderful, irresistible book' DAILY TELEGRAPHTrade ReviewA simply wonderful, irresistible book * DAILY TELEGRAPH *A unique popular classic * THE TIMES *A marvellously rich book. Its success boils down to something quite simple - Gaarder's gift for communicating ideas * GUARDIAN *Remarkable ... What Jostein Gaarder has managed to do is condense 3,000 years of thought into 400 pages; to simplify some extremely complicated arguments without trivialising them ... SOPHIE'S WORLD is an extraordinary achievement * SUNDAY TIMES *Challenging, informative and packed with easily grasped, and imitable, ways of thinking about difficult ideas * INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *A whimsical and ingenious mystery novel that also happens to be a history of philosophy ... What is admirable in the novel is the utter unpretentiousness of the philosophical lessons ... which manages to deliver Western philosophy in accounts that are crystal clear * WASHINGTON POST *A terrifically entertaining and imaginative story wrapped round its tough, thought-provoking philosophical heart * DAILY MAIL *

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling guide to Toyotaâs legendary philosophy and production systemâupdated with important new frameworks for driving innovation and quality in your businessOne of the most impactful business guides published in the 21st Century, The Toyota Way played an outsized role in launching the continuous-improvement movement that continues unabated today. Multiple Shingo Award-winning management and operations expert Jeffrey K. Liker provides a deep dive into Toyotaâs world-changing processes, showing how you can learn from it to develop your own improvement program that fits your conditions. Thanks in large part to this book, managers across the globe are creating workforces and systems that produce the highest-quality products and services, establish and retain customer loyalty, and drive business profitability and sustainability. Now, Liker has thoroughly updated his classic guide to include:Completely revised data and updTable of ContentsForeword (to the First Edition) by Gary ConvisAcknowledgmentsPreface: The Wonderful Wacky World of LeanINTRODUCTION The Toyota Way: Using Operational Excellenceas a Strategic WeaponA Storied History: How Toyota Becamethe World’s Best ManufacturerPART ONEPHILOSOPHY: LONG-TERM SYSTEMS THINKINGPRINCIPLE 1 Base Your Management Decisions on Long-TermSystems Thinking, Even at the Expense of Short-TermFinancial GoalsPART TWOPROCESS: STRUGGLE TO FLOW VALUETO EACH CUSTOMERPRINCIPLE 2 Connect People and Processes Through ContinuousProcess Flow to Bring Problems to the SurfacePRINCIPLE 3 Use “Pull” Systems to Avoid OverproductionPRINCIPLE 4 Level Out the Workload, Like the Tortoise,Not the Hare (Heijunka)PRINCIPLE 5 Work to Establish Standardized Processes asthe Foundation for Continuous ImprovementPRINCIPLE 6 Build a Culture of Stopping to IdentifyOut-of-Standard Conditions and Build in QualityPRINCIPLE 7 Use Visual Control to Support People inDecision-Making and Problem SolvingPRINCIPLE 8 Adopt and Adapt Technology That SupportsYour People and ProcessesPART THREEPEOPLE: RESPECT, CHALLENGE, AND GROWYOUR PEOPLE AND PARTNERS TOWARDA VISION OF EXCELLENCEPRINCIPLE 9 Grow Leaders Who Thoroughly Understand the Work,Live the Philosophy, and Teach It to OthersPRINCIPLE 10 Develop Exceptional People and Teams WhoFollow Your Company’s PhilosophyPRINCIPLE 11 Respect Your Value Chain Partners by ChallengingThem and Helping Them ImprovePART FOURPROBLEM SOLVING: THINK AND ACT SCIENTIFICALLYTO IMPROVE TOWARD A DESIRED FUTUREPRINCIPLE 12 Observe Deeply and Learn Iteratively (PDCA)to Meet Each ChallengePRINCIPLE 13 Focus the Improvement Energy of Your PeopleThrough Aligned Goals at All LevelsPRINCIPLE 14 Learn Your Way to the Future Through Bold Strategy,Some Large Leaps, and Many Small StepsPART FIVECONCLUSION: BE THOUGHTFULAND EVOLVE YOUR ENTERPRISEGrow Your Own Lean Learning Enterprise—GettingIdeas and Inspiration from the Toyota WayAPPENDIX An Executive Summary and Assessmentof the 14 PrinciplesGlossaryFor Further ReadingIndex

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Book Synopsis In the early 2000's, as an undergraduate, Michele Filgate started writing an essay about being abused by her stepfather. It took many years for her to realize what she was actually trying to write about: the fracture this caused in her relationship with her mother. When her essay, “What My Mother and I Don’t Talk About,” was published by Longreads in October of 2017, it went on to become one of the most popular Longreads exclusives of the year and was shared on social media by Anne Lamott, Rebecca Solnit, Lidia Yuknavitch, and other writers, some of whom had their own individual codes of silence to be broken. The outpouring of responses gave Filgate an idea and the resulting anthology offers an intimate, therapeutic and universally resonant look at our relationships with our mothers. As Filgate poignantly writes, “Our mothers are our first homes and that’s why we’re always trying to return to them.”Contributions by Cathi Hanauer, Melissa Febos, Alexander Chee, Dylan Landis, Bernice L. McFadden, Julianna Baggott, Lynn Steger Strong, Kiese Laymon, Carmen Maria Machado, André Aciman, Sari Botton, Nayomi Munaweera, Brandon Taylor, and Leslie Jamison.Trade Review“These essays, each one exceptional on its own, encompass both love and writing at their most vulnerable, and could power entire cities with their electricity.”--Booklist, starred review "Fifteen essayists—many luminaries—write unflinchingly about their mothers...Each one of these intimate and gut-wrenching essays reaches beyond itself to forge connections with readers."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review"The essays all address the authors' relationships with their mothers in stories to be savored but not necessarily read in one sitting. …beautifully composed."--Library Journal, starred review"A fascinating set of reflections on what it is like to be a son or daughter… the range of stories and styles represented in this collection makes for rich and rewarding reading."--Publishers Weekly "These are the hardest stories in the world to tell, but they are told with absolute grace. You will devour these beautifully written—and very important— tales of honesty, pain, and resilience.”--Elizabeth Gilbert, New York Times bestselling author of Eat Pray Love"By turns raw, tender, bold and wise, the essays in this anthology explore writers’ relationships with their mothers. Kudos to Michele Filgate for this riveting contribution to a vital conversation.”--Claire Messud, bestselling author of The Burning Girl"Fifteen literary luminaries, including Filgate herself, probe how silence is never even remotely golden until it is mined for the haunting truths that lie within our most primal relationships-with our mothers. Unsettling, brave, sometimes hilarious and sometimes scorching enough to wreck your heart, these essays, about love or the terrifying lack of it, don’t just smash the silence; they let the light in, bearing witness with grace, understanding and writing so gorgeous you’ll be memorizing lines."--Caroline Leavitt, New York Times bestselling author of Is This Tomorrow and Pictures of You“This collection of storytelling constellated around mothers and silence will break your heart and then gently give it back to you stitched together with what we carry in our bodies our whole lives.”--Lidia Yuknavitch, national bestselling author of The Misfit's Manifesto"This is a rare collection that has the power to break silences. I am in awe of the talent Filgate has assembled here; each of these fifteen heavyweight writers offer a truly profound argument for why words matter, and why unspoken words may matter even more."--Garrard Conley, New York Times bestselling author of Boy Erased"Who better to discuss one of our greatest shared surrialities -- that we are all, once and forever, for better or worse, someone's child -- than this murderer's row of writers? The mothers in this collection are terrible, wonderful, flawed, human, tragic, triumphant, complex, simple, baffling, supportive, deranged, heartbreaking and heartbroken. Sometimes all at once. I'll be thinking about this book, and stewing over it, and teaching from it, for a long time."--Rebecca Makkai, author of The Great Believers

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Book SynopsisThe former head of the Pentagon program responsible for the investigation of UFOs - now known as Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) - reveals long-hidden truths with profound implications for not only national security but our understanding of the universe.Luis 'Lue' Elizondo is a former senior intelligence official and special agent who was recruited into a strange and highly sensitive US Government program to investigate UAP incursions into sensitive military installations and air space. To accomplish his mission, Elizondo had to rely on decades of experience gained working some of America's most sensitive and classified programs. Even then, he was not prepared for what he would learn, and the truth about the government's long shadowy involvement in UAP investigations, and the lengths officials would take to keep them a secret.The stakes could not be higher. Imminent is a first-hand, revelatory account inside

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Book SynopsisWhat are the secrets to a healthy, happy, and wealthy retirement? To answer that question, longtime Morningstar columnist and podcaster Christine Benz asked 20 retirement thought leaders to go deep on a single lesson that they believe contributes to success in retirement.These lessons range from nitty gritty financial matters to quality-of-life considerations that help pre-retirees and retirees maximize their time on earth allocations. On the financial side of the ledger, the book delves into knowing your retirement income style (Wade Pfau), understanding how your spending might change in retirement (David Blanchett), and organizing your portfolio to support in-retirement cash flows (William Bernstein). Other interviews probe softer but no less important considerations, such as how to spend in order to optimize happiness (Ramit Sethi), the value of burnishing relationships later in life (Laura Carstensen), and living life so that you have no re

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