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  The Astonishing Lives of Older...

  Moira Welsh

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  A powerful exploration of the financial realities women face as they age — and the resilience, reinvention, and relationships that sustain them.
  		 
  Women are living longer than ever, but for many, those extra years come with financial uncertainty. This book tells the stories of women who, after raising children, managing households, and working in fulfilling careers, find themselves now alone and surviving on the edge.
  		 
  A national housing crisis hits harder when the gender pension gap leaves women with significantly less retirement income than men, but this crisis isn’t inevitable. A CEO, a legal scholar, and a feminist economist offer essential advice on careers, pensions, and relationships, while the voice of a young writer from Lainey Gossip reveals why financial independence is non-negotiable.
  		 
  This book looks at how women can embrace this new longevity with strength and purpose. A wake-up call for women of all ages, it is an inspiring testament to the lasting social and economic contributions of women.
  		 
  The astonishing lives of older women are not defined by money or men. They are defined by resilience, purpose, desire, and the unbreakable bonds of female friendship.

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  Tom Horn: The Controversial Life...

  Charles River Editors

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  In the span of scarcely more than a half century, the West developed from a handful of scattered fur trapping enterprises predominantly inhabited by males to a region full of burgeoning rustic communities, and before the government’s official “closure” of the frontier as a lawless expanse, Western societies were essentially living apart from traditional American rule of law. What judicial structures were at work across the West were erratic, often willing to exercise extremes without evidential justification, and manipulated by major corporate interests of the day, most notably cattle. 
  The latter 19th century brought about both the heyday and decline of that industry, but the modernized and increasingly technology-oriented societies began to bloom while many of the legendary frontier figures were still alive. In some cases, the old and new worlds were able to coexist as the lone wolves and lawmen of the frontier became obsolete as an archetype, but still a part of folklore. Wyatt Earp was the subject of several early motion pictures and lived long enough to consult on their productions and meet actors. Iconic rodeo stars, lawmen, and notorious outlaws who made themselves famous on horseback witnessed the beginnings of the age of flight. 
  However, the transition from a mostly lawless region to an ordered society that more closely mirrored the East Coast could be rough for some, and perhaps nobody struggled to adapt to societal progress more than the infamous Tom Horn. At the close of the 19th century, Horn undertook virtually every form of employment available on the frontier before ending his career as a paid assassin for the cattle industry, anonymously ambushing cattle rustlers. According to an ongoing debate, he was either the perpetrator or scapegoat for the murder of a young boy in Iron Mountain, Wyoming, an ambush execution that occurred in the context of a raging feud between the cattle and sheep industries.

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  Nana Said Don't Drink That

  Aroara

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  Another lesson learned from Nana in Nana Said "That drink is for Grown folks". Discussions about alcohol and drinking. The Nana Said series focuses on lessons intended for kids, but thought provoking for parents.

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  Stop Doubting Yourself: Why Your...

  Rowan E. Sages

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  You’re not just overthinking.
  You’re doubting your own judgment—and it’s exhausting.
   
  Every comment feels personal.
  Every decision feels uncertain.
  Every small moment turns into self-questioning.
   
  You replay conversations.
  Second-guess your instincts.
  And wonder why something so simple feels so hard.
   
  This audiobook helps you understand why.
   
  Not with surface-level advice.
  But by showing you what’s actually happening underneath.
   
  Inside, you’ll discover:
  
   
  Why your mind constantly questions your decisions
  
   
  The hidden patterns behind self-doubt and overthinking
  
   
  What your reactions are really trying to protect you from
  
   
  Why “just be confident” never works (and what does instead)
  
   
  How to start rebuilding trust in your own thinking
  
  
   
  This is not about forcing confidence.
  It’s about understanding the pattern—so it stops controlling you.
   
  This is Part 1: Understanding.
   
  Once you see the pattern clearly,
  you can finally begin to change it.
   
  Continue with Part 2: The Practice of Self-Trust
  to learn how to act with clarity—even when doubt is still present.
   
  If you’re tired of second-guessing yourself…
  this is where it starts to make sense.

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  Philippines - Culture Smart! -...

  Yvonne Quahe Colin-Jones, Jorge...

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  Don't just see the sights—get to know the people.The Philippines may appear to be one of the most Westernized countries in Asia. However, the realities of Filipino life are complex; the façade of the English language does not run deep.Philippines – Culture Smart! gives you the inside story of this unique and attractive country and unpacks the daily lives of its inhabitants. An explanation of the values, attitudes, and customs of the Filipinos today opens the way to a more meaningful experience, while an abundance of practical information on socializing, working, shopping, and communicating will help to make it a more enjoyable experience, too.Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.

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  Erasmus of Rotterdam: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Erasmus of Rotterdam, Dutch philosopher and universal scholar: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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