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  Falling to Fly - The Book to...

  Todd Fahnestock

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  Dreamer. Wannabe. Overnight success. Catastrophic failure. Writer. 
  Glimpse the gritty, behind-the-scenes struggles of author Todd Fahnestock as he reveals his dreams, trials, and adventures through the creative swamps of writing and the hard-edged world of publishing. 
  Fahnestock dodges junior high bullies armed with needles taped to Bic pens, cracks into traditional publishing by hitchhiking to the middle of nowhere to meet writing legend Gary Paulsen, and nearly falls to his death hanging cables inside an oil tanker. All to follow the author’s dream. 
  Submerged in the treacherous, ever-changing ocean of art and business, Fahnestock paints an unforgettable portrait with honesty and touching vulnerability. 
  “Reminiscent of Steven Pressfield’s The War of Art, Falling to Fly approaches the artist’s challenge not from a how-to perspective but from an emotional and psychological one.” 
  -Jerry Fabyanic, Award-Winning Author of the Sisyphus Series 
  “This book is the Kitchen Confidential of the publishing industry.” 
  -Seth Brown, CEO of Lullabot

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  Transcendentalism and the...

  Barry M. Andrews

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  A study of the spiritual practices developed by the nineteenth-century American Transcendentalist movement and a case for their necessity today. 
   
   
   
  "The stern old faiths have all pulverized," Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote in 1860. "'Tis a whole population of gentlemen and ladies out in search of religions." Often seen as a mainspring of the nineteenth-century literary tradition and the preserve of New England intellectuals in retreat from society, American Transcendentalism is more accurately described as a religious movement. In Transcendentalism and the Cultivation of the Soul, Barry M. Andrews shows how Transcendentalists developed rich spiritual practices, nurtured their souls, and discovered the divine. The practices they adopted are common and simple—among them, keeping journals, contemplation, walking, reading, simple living, and conversation. As Emerson, Thoreau, Fuller, and others pursued meaningful and rewarding spiritual lives, they were inspired to fight for abolition, women's rights, and education reform. In approachable and accessible prose, Andrews uncovers a wealth of spiritual practices that are of particular value for today's spiritual seekers and religious liberals.

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  A Rare Recording of Philip K Dick

  Philip K. Dick

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  Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 - March 2, 1982) was an American author who wrote 44 novels and about 121 short stories, most of which appeared in science fiction magazines during his lifetime. His fiction explored varied philosophical and social questions such as the nature of reality, perception, and identity, and commonly featured characters struggling against alternate realities, illusory environments, monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness. Dick's posthumous influence extended beyond literary circles into Hollywood. Popular films based on his works include Blade Runner, Total Recall, Minority Report, and The Adjustment Bureau. This recording is from a speech Dick gave in France in 1977.

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  Applied Psychology for Nurses

  Mary Porter

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  "Applied Psychology for Nurses" by Mary Porter provides essential insights into the practical application of psychological principles in nursing. Addressing the mental and emotional aspects of patient care, Porter guides nurses in understanding and responding to patients' psychological needs. This comprehensive resource aids in fostering effective communication, enhancing patient relationships, and promoting holistic healthcare practices within a nursing context. Through real-world examples and evidence-based approaches, the book equips nurses with valuable tools to integrate psychological considerations into their daily caregiving roles, ultimately improving patient outcomes and overall nursing practice. Read in English, unabridged.

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  Diadochi The: The History of...

  Editors Charles River

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  On his deathbed, some ancient historians claimed 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. 
  Although it was an incredibly important period in world history, it is sometimes as confusing as it is frustrating for historians because the allegiances of the generals changed constantly and historical sources are often biased in some regards and utterly lacking in others. Although none of these men were able to replicate Alexander the Great’s territorial success, a few carved out sizable empires and were able to establish long-lasting political dynasties. Ptolemy I brought Egypt back to a central position of power in the region, and Seleucus I built a strong empire on the ruins of ancient Babylonia, but other generals, such as Perdiccas, were killed early on in the fighting and slipped into relative obscurity. Some of the Macedonian generals had a significant impact on the region during their lifetimes, but they left no heirs to carry on their political memories. 
  This audiobook chronicles how Alexander’s legendary conquests shaped the next several centuries, and how the successor generals carved out various empires.

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  Unleash Your Inner Genius -...

  Caleb David

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  What if you already possessed the key to limitless creativity, innovation, and problem-solving? What if the genius you admire in others exists inside you, just waiting to be unleashed? 
  Unleash Your Inner Genius: Harnessing Creativity to Transform Your Life is a groundbreaking guide to tapping into the hidden wellspring of creativity that exists within all of us. Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, writer, or simply someone looking to bring more innovation into your life, this book will show you how to unlock your creative potential and use it as a tool for personal and professional transformation. 
  Inside, you’ll learn: 
   ✅ How to break free from limiting beliefs and self-imposed creative blocks 
   ✅ The neuroscience behind creativity—and how to train your brain for innovation 
   ✅ Strategies used by history’s greatest geniuses to enhance their creative thinking 
   ✅ The link between curiosity, creativity, and success—and how to cultivate all three 
   ✅ How to apply creative problem-solving in everyday life and career challenges 
   ✅ A step-by-step process to develop and refine your most brilliant ideas 
  Creativity isn’t just for artists—it’s a life skill that can help you think differently, adapt to change, and achieve extraordinary results in any area of life. 
  Whether you’re looking to generate breakthrough ideas, enhance your critical thinking, or simply live a more inspired life, Unleash Your Inner Genius will give you the tools and mindset to make it happen. 
  It’s time to stop doubting your creativity and start owning your genius.

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