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  Decoding Hindu Chronology

  HENRY ROMANO

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  Since ancient times, the Hindus have had a lunisolar cycle based on the combination of solar and lunar years, determined by the course of the sun and the moon, but with the lunar year beginning near the solar year. Exactly how their earliest Calendar was arranged remains a mystery. Our focus is on the current form of their Calendar, developed around 400 under the influence of Greek astronomy and introduced into India at no long time. 
  There are two kinds of Hindu years, solar and lunar.  
  To understand the lunar Calendar, we will first explain the solar year, which governs the lunisolar system. Bengal, including Madras's Orissa, Tamil, and Malayalam districts, used solar years for civil purposes. General religious rites and festivals are regulated by the lunar year and the details of private and domestic life, such as choosing auspicious occasions for marriages and journeys, choosing lucky moments for shaving, etc. Almanacs that follow the lunar year contain details about the solar year, such as the sun's course through the zodiac signs. Despite following the solar year, almanacs include lunar year details.

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  On the Duty of Civil Disobedience

  Henry David Thoreau

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  Henry David Thoreau's essay, On the Duty of Civil Disobedience, is a masterful exploration of the moral imperative to resist unjust laws and unjust governmental systems. By deploying a carefully crafted philosophical argument, Thoreau contends that citizens have an obligation to disobey any law that violates their conscience or enshrines injustice. Read in English, unabridged.

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  Rousseau Kant and Voltaire - A...

  Secrets of History

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  Are you curious about the intellectual roots of modern Western thought?  
  Do you want to learn about the thinkers who transformed the way we view ourselves, society, and the world around us? 
  If so, look no further than this comprehensive history of The Enlightenment Thinkers. 
  In this book, you will delve deep into the philosophical ideas of six of the most influential thinkers of the 17th and 18th centuries: Descartes, John Locke, Rousseau, Kant, Voltaire, and Adam Smith. 
  You will discover the impact of their ideas on the development of modern philosophy, economics, politics, and culture. 
  You will explore Descartes' revolutionary ideas about mind and body. 
  Locke's concepts of natural rights and the social contract. 
  Rousseau's theories on the nature of society and the role of the individual. 
  Kant's notions of reason and morality. 
  Voltaire's advocacy for tolerance and freedom of thought, and Adam Smith's contributions to the field of economics. 
  Through engaging and accessible prose, you will gain a deep understanding of these great thinkers and their legacies. Whether you are a student of philosophy, history, or economics, or simply a curious reader, this book will enrich your understanding of the ideas that have shaped the modern world. 
  So if you want to explore the intellectual roots of modern Western thought and gain a comprehensive understanding of the Enlightenment thinkers, order your copy of this book today.

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  Joyful Living - Embracing...

  Fiona Zenith

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  In a world filled with stress and uncertainty, Joyful Living offers a transformative roadmap to reclaim your sense of joy and well-being. This insightful guide delves into the art of cultivating a positive mindset amidst life's challenges, equipping you with practical strategies to enhance your mental health and foster resilience. Fiona Zenith shares her personal journey from despair to empowerment, illustrating how simple shifts in perspective can lead to profound changes. Each chapter provides actionable techniques—from identifying negative thoughts and practicing gratitude to integrating mindfulness into daily routines. Discover how to build emotional resilience, create joyful habits, and embrace an optimistic outlook that will illuminate your path through adversity. With relatable stories, reflective exercises, and a wealth of practical advice, Joyful Living invites you to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Whether you seek to enhance your personal happiness or support others in their quest for positivity, this book serves as your companion in navigating the complexities of life with grace and confidence. Transform your life today—embrace the power of positivity and unlock the joy within.

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  Lion City - Singapore and the...

  Jeevan Vasagar

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  In 1965, Singapore's GDP per capita was on a par with Jordan. Now it has outstripped Japan. After the Second World War and a sudden rupture with newly formed Malaysia, Singapore found itself independent–and facing a crisis. It took the bloody-minded determination and vision of Lee Kuan Yew, its founding premier, to take a small island of diverse ethnic groups with a fragile economy and hostile neighbors and meld it into Asia's first globalized city.Lion City examines the different faces of Singaporean life–from education and health to art, politics, and demographic challenges–and reveals how in just half a century, Lee forged a country with a buoyant economy and distinctive identity. It explores the darker side of how this was achieved too; through authoritarian control that led to it being dubbed "Disneyland with the death penalty."Jeevan Vasagar, former Singapore correspondent for the Financial Times, masterfully takes us through the intricate history, present, and future of this unique diamond-shaped island one degree north of the equator, where new and old have remained connected. Lion City is a personal, insightful, and definitive guide to the city, and how its extraordinary rise is shaping East Asia and the rest of the world.

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  Unspoken - The Silent Truth...

  Liz Harvie, Eve Hatton

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  “I was two when the woman I called Mummy told me, ‘You came out of another mummy’s tummy.’ I grew up thinking that my birth mother didn’t want me. I assumed there must’ve been something inherently wrong with me – why else would a mother give up her baby?” 
  In 1974, Liz Harvie – born Claire Elaine Watts – was given up for adoption by her birth mother Yvonne. Claire was just eight weeks old when her adoptive parents took her in – and renamed her Elizabeth. 
  Although brought up in a ‘perfect’ household, the emotional – and physical – trauma of being taken from her biological mother would never leave Liz. She constantly wondered: what does my real mum look like? Will she come back for me? Why did she abandon me? But whenever Liz voiced such questions, she invariably received the same response: “Your birth parents were not married. They couldn’t look after you.” 
  Years later, aged twenty-eight, Liz reconnected with her birth mother – and finally learned the shocking truth surrounding her adoption. Yvonne had not abandoned her daughter. A social worker had snatched her ten-day-old baby from her arms. “I didn’t even get a final cuddle. She just took her away from me,” says Yvonne. 
  Liz became one of 185,000 victims of forced adoption between 1949 and 1976 in England and Wales. As a young unmarried mum, Yvonne was deemed unfit as a parent by the government, churches, adoption agencies and her father – and made to give up her child against her will. 
  Although reunited, Liz and Yvonne are still struggling to cope with the agony resulting from their devastating separation. As Liz says, “We can’t just skip hand in hand into the sunset. The trauma of being a forced adoptee is lifelong.”

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