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  The Legend of Atlantis - Myths...

  Julia Blacksmith

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  The legend of Atlantis has captivated human imagination for over two millennia. First introduced by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato in his dialogues Timaeus and Critias, Atlantis was described as a powerful and advanced civilization that mysteriously vanished beneath the sea. According to Plato, Atlantis existed around 9,000 years before his time and was a utopian society of great wealth, wisdom, and military might. However, its people grew corrupt, leading to their downfall when the gods punished them with a catastrophic flood. While many scholars argue that Atlantis was purely a philosophical allegory, others have dedicated their lives to searching for evidence of its existence.  
  Numerous theories have emerged over the centuries, each attempting to explain whether Atlantis was a real place or a fictional construct. Some believe Plato’s account was based on real historical events, possibly inspired by the volcanic eruption that destroyed the Minoan civilization on the island of Santorini. Others speculate that Atlantis was an advanced prehistoric civilization that disappeared due to natural disasters. Conversely, skeptics argue that Plato intended Atlantis as a cautionary tale about human hubris, using it as a metaphor for the dangers of moral and political corruption.  
  Beyond academic debates, Atlantis has remained a significant part of global culture. The story has inspired countless books, movies, and television shows, often portraying the lost civilization as a mystical underwater world or a hidden realm of extraordinary technology. Fictional adaptations range from early modern utopian literature to modern conspiracy theories suggesting that Atlanteans possessed knowledge far beyond that of other ancient civilizations. Even today, the idea of a lost, technologically advanced society continues to fuel speculation and excitement, especially among those fascinated by ancient mysteries and alternative history. 

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  Yemaya - Orisha Goddess and...

  Raven Morgaine

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  A celebration and practical guide to the renowned and beloved goddess and orisha. Yemaya, queen of the sea, first emerged in Yorubaland (now in modern Nigeria). A primordial deity, considered the mother of all, some perceive her to be at the root of numerous ancient goddesses, including Isis. During the Middle Passage, Yemaya accompanied her enslaved devotees to the Western Hemisphere, where her veneration took root and flourished. She is among the most beloved and prominent spirits of Candomblé, Santeria, and other African diaspora traditions. Through her associations with the Virgin Mary, devotion to Yemaya spread throughout Latin America. Cuban immigrants brought Yemaya with them to the US, where her veneration expanded exponentially. No longer a local water spirit, she became an internationally beloved goddess whose devotees derive from numerous traditions and who worship her in her many fluid forms. Yemaya currently ranks among the most beloved goddesses worldwide. Raven Morgaine, a priest of Yemaya for over three decades, shares his expertise and knowledge in Yemaya: Orisha, Goddess, and Queen of the Sea, the first full-length English language book accessible to general readers. Morgaine explores Yemaya’s history and her many forms, including her roles as mother, lover, witch, warrior, and mermaid. He describes her many paths, aspects, and incarnations. Simultaneously a celebration of Yemaya and a practical, hands-on guide to working with her, Yemaya explores her mythology in depth, as well as her special role in the LGBQT community. The book features: Spells and rituals associated with Yemaya appropriate for the uninitiatedInstructions for building altars and shrines for Yemaya, as well as other methods for working with her, including correct, respectful ways to make appropriate offeringsRecipes that will please YemayaA detailed list of flowers, herbs, and other botanicals that radiate the power of Yemaya

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  Ordinary to Extraordinary -...

  Pattie Dale Tye

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  Meet Your New Career Expert Who Will Lead You to Professional Success and Fulfillment at Every Stage!Pursuing an extraordinary career is one of the best things you will ever do for yourself. It will bring you joy, friends, wisdom, treasures, stories, travels—and for author Pattie Dale Tye, a spouse. It will give you freedom and superpowers (to be used for good, not evil). You’ll be able to change lives—not just your own but legions of others. It will make you cry, wince, shout, curse, and miss vacations or family events. But in the end, it will be one of the best parts of your precious life.Having a successful career—success means different things to different people—will enable you to live the life you want to live and to give back and help others all along the way.Too often, people have the mentality of “My job is nine to five.” Or, “I can’t wait for the end of the week and to end my thirty-year career so that I can move on with life.” But if you have the right perspective, your career—no matter what direction it takes or how many roles and titles it includes—can give you meaning and purpose, allowing you to use your gifts and talents in extraordinary ways. Tye’s goal is to show you the treasure you are holding.If you are at the start of your career, the world is your oyster, as the saying goes. For those reentering the workforce, Tye helps you remember what you’ve learned in the past and then reimagine your career using the skills and experience that will set you up for success. And for those who are in the third stage of your careers, the world needs your skills, wisdom, and experiences!

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  Scientific Figures and Tables:...

  Mitchell P. Jones Ph.D.

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  Mitchell P. Jones’ Scientific Figures and Tables: Quick Tips is a must-have for anyone wanting to improve the aesthetics, impact, clarity and interpretability of their figures and tables. In clear, concise and precise language, Jones lays out recommendations on setting up effective micrographs, graphs, tables and schematics including points on selection, layout and content formatting. Comprehensive and firmly instructional, this guide features step-by-step directions with useful examples in addition to tips on captions, equations and unit formatting. Featuring an easy-to-navigate approach and with no assumed knowledge required it caters to all levels of experience and is fundamental reading for students wanting to maximise their chances of success in science. 
  This mini guide is specifically formatted for students whose interests are restricted to creating scientific figures and tables. Full guides for producing bachelor’s, master’s/Ph.D. theses, journal articles, conference papers and book chapters are also available as part of the Scientific Writing for Beginners series.

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  What is Love?

  Neera Kankara

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  Love encompasses a range of strong and positive emotional and mental states, from the most sublime virtue or good habit, the deepest interpersonal affection, to the simplest pleasure. An example of this range of meanings is that the love of a mother differs from the love of a spouse, which differs from the love for food. Most commonly, love refers to a feeling of strong attraction and emotional attachment.

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  Think For Your Victim - Empathy...

  Anthony Jones

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  Think for Your Victim is a concept of different skill sets that emphasizes the act of 
  putting oneself in someone else's shoes. Ultimately, these skills empower us to build on 
  mutual respect, communication, and emotional awareness, enhancing our overall 
  well-being and contributing to a more compassionate and connected society. 
  Thinking for others before reacting can help you maintain control and avoid 
  unnecessary conflict. Take a moment to pause and consider the feelings and 
  perspectives of those around you. Ask yourself how your words or actions might affect 
  them and the situation at hand. Practice empathy by putting yourself in their shoes, 
  which can lead to a clearer understanding of their motivations and challenges. This 
  mindfulness allows you to respond thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively, 
  reducing the chances of overreacting and potentially embarrassing yourself. By 
  fostering communication and being considerate, you can create a more positive 
  atmosphere, making it easier to navigate conflicts and relationships.

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