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  Pharmanomics - How Big Pharma...

  Nick Dearden

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  In Pharmanomics, investigative journalist Nick Dearden digs down into the way we produce our medicines and finds that Big Pharma is failing us, with catastrophic consequences. 
   
   
   
  Big Pharma is more interested in profit than health. This was made clear as governments rushed to produce vaccines during the Covid pandemic. Behind the much-trumpeted scientific breakthroughs, major companies found new ways of gouging billions from governments in the West while abandoning the Global South. But this is only the latest episode in a long history of financializing medicine—from Purdue's rapacious marketing of highly addictive OxyContin through Martin Shkreli's hiking the price of a lifesaving drug to the 4.5 million South Africans needlessly deprived of HIV/AIDS medication. 
   
   
   
  Since the 1990s, Big Pharma has gone out of its way to protect its property through the patent system. As a result, the business has focused not on researching new medicines but on building monopolies. This system has helped restructure our economy away from invention and production in order to benefit financial markets. It has fundamentally reshaped the relationship between richer and poorer countries, as the access to new medicines and the permission to manufacture them is ruthlessly policed. In response, Dearden offers a pathway to a fairer, safer system for all.

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  The Notebook - A History of...

  Roland Allen

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  A Kirkus Most Anticipated Book of Fall 2024 
   
   
   
  We see notebooks everywhere we go. But where did these indispensable implements come from? How did they revolutionize our lives? And how can using a notebook help change the way you think? In this wide-ranging history, Roland Allen reveals how the notebook became our most dependable and versatile tool for creative thinking. He tells the notebook stories of Leonardo and Frida Kahlo, Isaac Newton and Marie Curie, and writers from Chaucer to Henry James; shows how Darwin developed his theory of evolution in tiny pocket books and Agatha Christie plotted a hundred murders in scrappy exercise books; and introduces a host of cooks, kings, sailors, fishermen, musicians, engineers, politicians, adventurers, and mathematicians, all of whom used their notebooks as a space to think—and in doing so, shaped the modern world. 
   
   
   
  In an age of AI and digital overload, the humble notebook is more relevant than ever. Allen shows how bullet points can combat ADHD, journals can ease PTSD, and patient diaries soften the trauma of reawakening from coma. The everyday act of moving a pen across paper, he finds, can have profound consequences, changing the way we think and feel: making us more creative, more productive—and maybe even happier.

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  Beyond Death - Real Ghosts &...

  Sripad Jaganantha Das

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  “When we die first we are taken to task by Yamaraj the Lord of death and taken to one of the twenty eight hellish planets to be punished before being put into a new body in the next life” Srimad Bhagavatam 
   
  "Those who are attached to their family, house, village or country do not receive a gross body made of material elements but remain in a subtle body, composed of mind, ego, and intelligence. Those who live in such subtle bodies are called ghosts. This ghostly position is very painful because a ghost has intelligence, mind, and ego and wants to enjoy material life, but because he doesn’t have a gross material body, he can only create disturbances for want of material satisfaction." A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada 
   
  Death - it comes to us all. it is a sacrifice for the good life we lead at the end of our long fortuitous road. Or is it? For millenniums the yogis of India following the ancient Vedic path have clearly spoken about what we call in the west- life after death. To the unenlightened materialist, life begins with birth and ends with the final inevitable dissolution of the gross material body. But to the enlightened ones ordinary life and death are seen as nothing extraordinary - and at most the unclouded end of the infinite beginning. It is true that some of the more virtuous and godly among us may escape the never-ending wheel of repeated birth and death however most are commanded to return to this material world by the process of reincarnation, or if they are exceptionally unlucky hover around this gross material sphere for untold eons as homeless, restless, disembodied, hopeless, spirits. It is of these unfortunate souls to whom we address this unique audiobook. Here for the first time is the secret yoga of the ghostly realms directly from the ancient Vedic sastras of spiritual India.

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  A History of the Undead -...

  Charlotte Booth

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  A history of Western culture’s fascination with undead creatures in film and television. 
   
  Are you a fan of the undead? Watch lots of mummy, zombie and vampire movies and TV shows? Have you ever wondered if they could be “real?” 
   
  This book, A History of the Undead, unravels the truth behind these popular reanimated corpses. 
   
  Starting with the common representations in Western media through the decades, we go back in time to find the origins of the myths. Using a combination of folklore, religion and archaeological studies we find out the reality behind the walking dead. You may be surprised at what you find . . .

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  100 Fascinating Facts About Cats...

  8 Hour Sleep Music

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  Dive into the intriguing world of cats with 100 Fascinating Facts About Cats. This audiobook is a delightful compilation of fascinating tidbits about one of the world’s most popular pets. With each fact, you’ll uncover the incredible secrets behind your cat’s unique behaviors, instincts, and physical traits. From their extraordinary senses to their playful and mysterious nature, this audiobook will keep you entertained and educated, whether you’re a long-time cat owner or simply fascinated by these enigmatic creatures. 
  The narrated portion of this podcast is 40-minutes long. As the narration ends, you’ll be gently guided into relaxation with 8 hours of soothing ambiance: a cat purring softly on your lap, the warmth of a crackling fireplace, and soft piano music creating the perfect atmosphere for a peaceful night’s sleep or relaxation.Features:40 minutes of captivating cat facts that will deepen your understanding of felines.8 hours of calming ambiance with the sound of a contented cat purring, a crackling fire, and soft piano music to help you unwind or drift off to sleep.Perfect for cat lovers, pet owners, or anyone looking to relax and learn more about the extraordinary world of cats. 
  Let the gentle purring, soothing fire, and calming music accompany you as you absorb the wonders of your feline companions, creating the ideal backdrop for rest, relaxation, and peaceful sleep.

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  Celtic Mythology - Dive into...

  Leo Campbell

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  Enter the enchanting realm of Celtic mythology, where ancient sagas, legends, and battles weave a tapestry of wonder and intrigue. 
  From the haunting melodies of Dagda's harp to the misty rolling hills and rugged mountains where myths come alive, Celtic mythology has stirred the imagination of poets, authors, and songwriters across generations. 
  In a world that seeks to unravel the mysteries of the past, understanding Celtic mythology is paramount to preserving the rich tapestry of our cultural heritage. Through tales of gods and goddesses, mythical creatures, and epic sagas of love and betrayal, we uncover the essence of our collective identity. 
  This audiobook is your gateway to a realm where: 
  Celtic Beliefs, Ways of Worship, and Rituals paint a vivid picture of ancient traditions 
  Mysterious Tombs and Sacred Sites align with the stars, echoing the mysteries of the cosmos 
  Nature and its Sacred Creatures shape the very fabric of Celtic culture and spirituality 
  The Legendary Origins of Merlin the Magician and other iconic figures come to life 
  Welsh, Scottish, Irish, Brittany, Manx, and Celtic Myths and Legends intertwine in a rich tapestry of lore 
  Llefelys and Lludd beckon with tales of dragons, demons, and wizardry 
  The Druids reveal the sacred art of healing through herbs and ancient wisdom 
  Celtic Mythology inspires modern tales in movies like Star Wars and Harry Potter 
  Unlock the secrets of a world where adventure, heroism, romance, and magic converge. Your journey into Celtic mythology begins here, where every page is a portal to another realm, waiting to be explored. 
  Answer the call of Celtic mythology and embark on an odyssey of discovery with this captivating audiobook.

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