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  Egyptian Art and Architecture -...

  Omar Khalil

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  The art and architecture of ancient Egypt are deeply intertwined with the civilization’s religious beliefs and cultural practices. Spanning over three millennia, these artistic expressions were not merely decorative but held profound symbolic meanings, reflecting the Egyptians’ worldview and their connection with the divine. The foundations of Egyptian art and architecture were laid during the early dynastic period, evolving through distinct stages that shaped the visual language of one of history’s most iconic civilizations. 
  Religion played a central role in shaping the aesthetic and thematic aspects of Egyptian art. Temples, tombs, and monuments were designed as sacred spaces, serving as a bridge between the human and divine realms. The concept of Ma’at, representing order and harmony, influenced the geometric precision and symmetrical layouts seen in temple complexes and pyramid construction. Deities were depicted with specific attributes, emphasizing their powers and roles within the cosmos. This symbolic representation extended to Pharaohs, who were portrayed as divine intermediaries, blending human and godly features to signify their sacred status. 
  Symbolism permeated every facet of Egyptian art, from monumental statues to delicate jewelry. Hieroglyphs and pictorial motifs were not merely decorative; they conveyed narratives, prayers, and genealogies. The ankh, symbolizing life, and the scarab, representing transformation and rebirth, are recurring motifs that held spiritual significance. Colors also played a symbolic role: red signified vitality, blue denoted divinity, and gold represented eternity. This symbolic language was meticulously maintained across centuries, creating a consistent artistic identity despite historical changes.

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  Longgrassing in Paradise

  Monte Dwyer

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  Darwin longgrassers have been living large since the beginning. They come from all over the Territory to camp in the public spaces around town, to catch up with family and friends, attend health and legal matters, holiday and shop, and drink. Especially drink. And the whitefellas don’t like it. They think they’re noisy and dirty and rude. So, they try to move them on. 
  For 150 years they’ve been trying to move them on. But the longgrassers won’t go. Yet beneath this running battle between the settled and the free lurks an undeniable truth about colonisation that is almost Newtonian in style. This is a story of resilience and denial against outrageous odds, an underdog’s triumph of survival in the modern world, for a people who just refuse to give in 
  Contains Culturally Sensitive Material.

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  Mindful Futurism: Paving the Way...

  Rakan Brahedni

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  What is the common root of the most significant crises facing humanity today? And what is a simple, universal tool both individuals and businesses can apply to create the most leverage for positive change? 
  These are the two urgent questions at the heart of this book. Spurred by a turbulent entry into fatherhood, the author walks readers through his rude awakening to the state of the modern world, into the deeper realization of the flawed mindset threatening our future – and the universal system he devised to remedy it. 
  Relevant to both citizens and CEO’s, Mindful Futurism offers a critical tool at a time we need it most: a compact and memorable framework to guide our decision-making processes; designed to ensure the security and wellbeing of humanity for centuries to come.

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  Edward Teller: A short biography...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Edward Teller, Hungarian-American physicist and father of the hydrogen bomb: 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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  For Whom the Bell Tolls by...

  Bright Summaries

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  Unlock the more straightforward side of For Whom the Bell Tolls with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway, one of the author's most famous and widely acclaimed novels. It draws on the author's own experience as a war correspondent during the Spanish Civil War, and tells the story of Robert Jordan, a demolitions specialist who is sent to blow up a bridge and unexpectedly finds love, comradeship and a greater understanding of humanity in the three days that follow. For Whom the Bell Tolls was unanimously recommended for the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1941, but and after a complaint was lodged over the novel's explicit content, no award was given that year. Hemingway won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954 and, along with contemporaries such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and John Steinbeck, is considered one of the most important writers of the so-called "Lost Generation".Find out everything you need to know about For Whom the Bell Tolls in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:• A complete plot summary• Character studies• Key themes and symbols• Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

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  The Emerald Tablet of Thoth -...

  Hermes Trimegistus, Tim Zengerink

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  What if you could access a cryptic artifact of alchemical lore believed to hold the secret of creation and personal evolution? 
  Revered through millennia, The Emerald Tablet is a cornerstone of Hermetic philosophy. Adapted for the contemporary seeker, this edition reveals the tablet’s encoded meanings and explores its timeless message of unity, transformation, and the divine interplay of all things—lighting the path toward inner growth and spiritual enlightenment. 
  What You’ll Discover in This Modern Translation: 
  - The fundamental principles of Hermetic and alchemical thought 
  Insights into the unity of mind, matter, and spirit 
  - Practical ways to apply esoteric wisdom for personal evolution 
  - A symbolic guide to understanding the cosmos and your place in it 
  Imagine unraveling centuries of mystic tradition, tapping into an ancient wellspring of wisdom that continues to inspire scientists, philosophers, and spiritual explorers alike. The Emerald Tablet beckons you to awaken your hidden potential. 
  Embrace the knowledge once thought reserved for initiates. Get your copy now and begin your journey toward spiritual transformation.

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