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  Inheriting the Ancient Near East...

  Editors Charles River

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  On his deathbed, some historians claim that when he was pressed to name a successor, Alexander the Great muttered that his empire should go “to the strongest”. Other sources claim that he passed his signet ring to his general Perdiccas, thereby naming him successor, but whatever his choices were or may have been, they were ignored. Alexander’s generals, all of them with the loyalty of their own corps at their backs, would tear each other apart in a vicious internal struggle that lasted almost half a century before four factions emerged victorious: Macedonia, the Seleucid Empire in the east, the Kingdom of Pergamon in Asia Minor, and the Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt. During the course of these wars, Alexander’s only heir, the posthumously born Alexander IV, was murdered, extinguishing his bloodline for ever.  
  	For a time, the Seleucids commanded the largest empire in the world as it stretched from the high plains and deserts of what is now Afghanistan in the east to parts of the Levant and Asia Minor in the west. The empire’s early kings were strong and shrewd and committed to the ideas of Hellenism as much as holding power and expanding the realm of their empire, but later rulers did not prove as capable. In time, the Seleucid royal house often descended into orgies of violence which were driven by ambitious men and women.   
  	Although Alexander never lived to rule over Egypt, one of his generals, Ptolemy I, did, and it was he who established the last great pharaonic dynasty in Egypt, known as the Ptolemaic Dynasty. Despite the infighting among them, one thing Alexander’s generals did agree upon was their Hellenistic culture. Most famously, Ptolemy’s line firmly established the Hellenistic culture of the Greeks while ruling over Egypt, and by marrying within their family line, the Ptolemaic pharaohs kept their Hellenistic heritage until the very end of Ptolemy’s line, which died with Cleopatra in 30 BC.

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  The Myth of Enlightenment - An...

  OM C. Parkin

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  "All desires are a disguise covering up one real desire: the desire to be free."In this conversation, the biggest misconceptions about enlightenment are exposed. OM talks about the distinction between awakening experiences and enlightenment, which are often lumped together. The essential focus is to distinguish whether something is a fleeting, short-lived experience, or an enduring, permanent state.He shares from his wealth of experience about his own awakening process. He names various pitfalls that spiritual seekers repeatedly fall into on their quest."All practice is directed into the future, but Enlightenment is NOW!"Why are there so few truly awakened people? It is true that the awareness of suffering has always been the great driving force behind the search for realisation. It is also true that since the beginning of the great religions there have only been a handful of enlightened people.The so-called New Age movement and its various forms of expression are also scrutinised. It shows that most people are simply interested in feeling good and having intense, mystical, angelic experiences of happiness. The catch is that these experiences are not permanent. And, unsurprisingly, they have nothing to do with true bliss.Light is also shed on the guru. Who actually is the guru? In what form can he manifest himself? And how do I recognise a true teacher from a false one?

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  How to Be Productive

  Olivia Werner

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  [How to Be Productive] illuminates the subtle art of meaningful achievement through an intimate exploration of our relationship with time, energy, and purpose. Written with raw honesty and keen psychological insight, this guide dismantles conventional productivity wisdom, revealing instead a deeply personal approach to getting things done. Through lyrical prose that reads like a conversation with a trusted friend, the book challenges our cultural obsession with optimization and efficiency, proposing instead that true productivity emerges from understanding our natural rhythms, embracing our peculiarities, and creating systems that work with our inherent patterns rather than against them. From the quiet spaces between thoughts to the dance of resistance, each chapter weaves together practical wisdom with philosophical reflection, offering a revolutionary perspective on how we can create space for what truly matters in our lives.

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  Dark Psychology & Mind Control:...

  Eric Holt

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  Unlock the True Potential of Dark Psychology With This Blueprint 
  Do you feel like not everyone means what they say? 
  Are you sometimes suspicious that people are always hiding something from you? 
  Are you tired of always being told what to do and never being in control? 
  The human mind is both a weapon and a target. 
  It’s no secret that there are people out there who can simply read what you’re thinking based on your facial expressions and posture. There are also people who can influence your thoughts without you even knowing, causing you to indirectly do whatever they want you to. 
  It’s time to learn exactly how they do that. 
  Dive deep into the depths of the human psyche with this bundle that will teach you everything you need to know about Dark Psychology, Manipulation, and Body Language. 
  Discover:The secrets of dark psychology: Learn to instantly detect and defend against manipulation tactics commonly employed by master manipulators.The ability to sway any outcome: With the power of mind control and persuasion, there’s nothing that you can’t have.Understanding body language made simple: Analyze people with precision, decoding their body language, vocal tone, and facial expressions to gain valuable insights.Techniques that WORK: You’ll learn powerful techniques that you can apply in everyday scenarios, while also making sure to remember not to stray from your moral compass.And so much more 
  Emerge from this with newfound knowledge that will help propel you into success, while also learning valuable insights to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from manipulation.If You’re Someone That Wants to Take Charge of Themselves and Their Destiny, Then Grab Your Copy Now!

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  The Hawk Hunters

  Pushpendra Singh

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  "The Hawk Hunters", a novel set in 18th century Punjab, features the Sikhs’ resistance against Aurangzeb’s torrent of terror and torture. While a Sikh farmer-soldier is inexorably drawn into the fierce fight for freedom; he falls headlong in love with a Muslim noblewoman. Can their overwhelming love survive the tumultuous war?‘The Hawk Hunters’ highlights the conflict between humanitarian ideals and cynical exploitation of terror and subjugation as State Policy.

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  Mindfulness Therapies for Anxiety

  Matthew Wilson

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  Having anxiety is not a curse… it’s just your body telling you that something’s wrong and it needs to be fixed – and here’s how:Rising responsibilities, midlife complications, and the increasing disconnect with loved ones are some of the culprits that trigger anxiety. And these reasons can easily take a toll on your mental health and drain your spirit.  But you don’t have to give in to these concerns and settle for less… there is hope for you to live a better life – the life that you have always imagined for yourself!This guidebook contains the wisdom you need to overcome anxiety and revive your confidence and enthusiasm to be the best version of yourself. Inside, you’ll discover:?	The science behind anxiety – what actually happens in your brain when you’re anxious?	Compelling facts about anxiety – discover how men and women deal with anxiety differently?	Insight into the negative mind – and why negativity may not be too bad after all?	A heap of strategies to help deal with anxiety and restore mental peace?	A comprehensive walkthrough on meditation for anxiety – plus some tips on how to get the best results?	A list of easy-to-do meditation for beginners that you can get started with right away?	7+ nutritious foods and power supplements that can help you reduce anxiety and feel more at easeAnd so much more!Anxiety traps you in a cycle of rumination, inaction, and self-doubt. But the good news is that you don’t have to remain stuck any longer – you can finally live life freely and feel that inner peace you’ve always longed for.Discover how to live a life filled with contentment, inner balance, and emotional strength.

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