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  Bird Watching - Handbook with...

  Sophie Henner

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  Bird watching, also known as birding, is a recreational activity where individuals observe and study birds in their natural habitats. It can range from casual observation in one's backyard to more serious pursuits involving travel to specific locations to see rare or interesting bird species. Bird watchers often use binoculars, spotting scopes, and field guides to identify different species and learn about their behaviors, calls, and habitats. Bird watching can also contribute to citizen science by helping track bird populations and migrations. 
  Bird watching offers a range of benefits. Engaging in this activity can enhance mental well-being by providing a sense of tranquility and reducing stress through time spent in nature. It encourages physical activity, as it often involves walking or hiking to various locations. Bird watching can also foster a deeper connection to the environment and promote conservation awareness. It offers opportunities for learning and education, as enthusiasts gain knowledge about different bird species, their behaviors, and ecosystems. Additionally, it can be a social activity, creating opportunities for shared experiences and community building among those with similar interests.

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  Complete Stoicism Collection The...

  Marcus Aurelius, Lucius Seneca, ...

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  Transform Your Life with the Timeless Wisdom of Stoic Philosophy 
  Are you ready to embrace personal mastery, resilience, and inner peace? The Complete Stoicism Collection presents the transformative teachings of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus, carefully translated and adapted for the contemporary reader. For over two millennia, these profound insights have shaped the minds of leaders, thinkers, and individuals seeking meaning and fulfillment. 
  Whether you're searching for practical guidance to navigate life's challenges or aiming to deepen your understanding of Stoic principles, this collection offers the wisdom you need to thrive.What’s Inside This Comprehensive Collection?Meditations by Marcus Aurelius – Reflections of a Roman emperor on living virtuously amid adversity.Letters From a Stoic by Seneca – Powerful letters filled with advice on overcoming grief, anger, and daily struggles.The Discourses and Enchiridion by Epictetus – Practical lessons on achieving personal freedom and tranquility through self-mastery.Plus, other timeless Stoic works – Each one carefully modernized to help you lead a balanced and fulfilling life. 
  This modern adaptation of Stoicism’s greatest works delivers actionable insights on living a life of virtue, mindfulness, and strength—ultimately guiding you toward lasting happiness and peace. 
  Start Your Journey Today 
  Whether you're new to Stoicism or looking to deepen your practice, this collection is an essential resource for personal growth and self-improvement. 
  Click ‘Buy Now’ to unlock the power of Stoic philosophy and embark on your journey to a more purposeful and resilient life!

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  Heartfelt - Heartfelt poetry

  Antonio De'mon Robinson

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  The audiobook edition of Heartfelt takes listeners on an amazing listening experience, sprinkling in nuggets of wisdom and spirituality along the way. Almost as if someone lifted the colorful illustrations and uncanny word play off the pages of Heartfelt's print version, the audiobook edition brings the print version to life by tantalizing the minds, imaginations, and ears of listeners. People from various age groups, ethnicities, and cultures will huddle around the ideas and profound messages put forth by the narrator and author, Antonio De'mon Robinson, and assuredly agree universally. As beautifully written and poetically versed the print version of Heartfelt is, listeners will be even more enthralled by the audiobook edition of Heartfelt, hinging on every word, character, and sound effect; getting better acquainted with the author's vivid imagination and witty sense of humor. This masterful work of Art will not stop short of inspiring and uplifting people all around the world. After all, when the author dove deep into meditation, subsequently deciding to pour his heart and soul into Heartfelt with his savvy pen. He took full responsibility for his mission on Earth, having a precise vision and clearly defined intentions to raise the level of consciousness on Earth. When he became obsessed with: Self-healing, spirituality, and meditation. He also became convinced that there is no better way to raise the level of consciousness on Earth than to remind people of their own creative abilities, and inherent ability to heal themselves via Self-Love. Heartfelt poetry, narrated by Antonio De'mon Robinson, is innovative, thought-provoking, and insightful. Listeners will not only covet Heartfelt's intellectual prowess yet feel every word as they echo throughout the chambers of their hearts. Unquestionably, the spectacular audiobook edition of Heartfelt is destined to awaken people from a deep sleep and incessant attacks on their consciousnesses by nefarious individuals.

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  City Planning - Concepts and...

  Lyric Vale

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  City planning is more than just the design of roads, buildings, and parks; it is the blueprint for a society's future. The way cities are planned has a profound impact on the lives of their inhabitants, influencing everything from the air they breathe to their access to resources and opportunities. At its core, city planning seeks to create environments that are not only functional but also sustainable, inclusive, and resilient. In an era where urbanization is increasing rapidly, the importance of thoughtful city planning has never been greater. 
  The planning process involves much more than the physical layout of a city. It encompasses strategies for economic growth, social equity, environmental sustainability, and cultural preservation. A well-planned city can enhance quality of life, boost economic productivity, and provide a sense of community, while a poorly planned city can lead to overcrowding, inadequate infrastructure, and environmental degradation. As more people move into cities every year, urban planners are tasked with creating spaces that are not only livable but also adaptable to future needs. 
  One of the most pressing reasons for effective city planning is the growing concern over environmental issues. Cities are responsible for a significant portion of global carbon emissions, and urban sprawl has led to the depletion of natural resources. Through sustainable urban planning practices, cities can reduce their environmental footprint by promoting energy-efficient buildings, renewable energy sources, and green spaces. Additionally, proper planning can mitigate the effects of climate change, such as flooding and heat islands, by incorporating resilient infrastructure that can withstand extreme weather conditions.

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  A Rare Recording of Film Icon...

  Shirley Temple

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  Shirley Temple (April 23, 1928 - February 10, 2014) was an American actress, singer, dancer, and diplomat, who was Hollywood's number-one box-office draw as a child actress from 1934 to 1938. Temple began her film career in 1931 when she was three years old. In 1935, she received a special Juvenile Academy Award for her contributions in motion pictures. Temple embarked on her U.S. diplomatic career in 1969, later being named Ambassador to Ghana and Czechoslovakia, and also served as Chief of Protocol of the United States.

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  How Do We Look - The Body the...

  Mary Beard

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  From prehistoric Mexico to modern Istanbul, Mary Beard looks beyond the familiar canon of Western imagery to explore the history of art, religion, and humanity. 
    
  Conceived as an accompaniment to “How Do We Look” and “The Eye of Faith,” the famed Civilisations shows on PBS, renowned classicist Mary Beard has created this elegant volume on how we have looked at art. Focusing in Part I on the Olmec heads of early Mesoamerica, the colossal statues of the pharaoh Amenhotep III, and the nudes of classical Greece, Beard explores the power, hierarchy, and gender politics of the art of the ancient world, and explains how it came to define the so-called civilized world. In Part II, Beard chronicles some of the most breathtaking religious imagery ever made—whether at Angkor Wat, Ravenna, Venice, or in the art of Jewish and Islamic calligraphers—to show how all religions, ancient and modern, have faced irreconcilable problems in trying to picture the divine. With this classic volume, Beard redefines the Western- and male-centric legacies of Ernst Gombrich and Kenneth Clark. 
    
  "Readers will be grateful to have wise, witty Beard as guide and companion … Beard is charming and insightful piece by piece."—San Francisco Chronicle

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