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  Women of the Catholic...

  Haley Stewart

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  There is no lack of talented women in the Catholic literary tradition. Yet these brilliant writers are often unfamiliar to today’s readers, or, if widely read, their Catholic identity is unrecognized. This collection introduces a dozen Catholic women novelists from the past two hundred years, presenting their fascinating lives, spiritual biographies, and sacramental vision in essays by twelve Catholic scholars and writers.   Edited by Haley Stewart and with a conclusion by best-selling author Natalia Sanmartin Fenollera, Women of the Catholic Imagination encourages the expansion of the Catholic literary canon by bringing these inspired writers back into the spotlight, laying the foundation for the reader’s discovery (or rediscovery) of their masterful works. 

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  Zapotec Civilization - Monte...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Zapotec civilization emerged in the valleys of Oaxaca, a region characterized by its fertile land, diverse ecosystems, and strategic position for trade and agriculture. Archaeological evidence suggests that the earliest Zapotec communities began forming around 1500 BCE, with small farming villages dotting the landscape. Over time, these settlements grew in complexity, giving rise to a society that would become one of Mesoamerica’s most influential civilizations. 
  Early Zapotec communities relied heavily on agriculture, cultivating maize, beans, squash, and chili peppers—staples that formed the foundation of their diet. The region’s rivers and seasonal rains provided a reliable water source, allowing for irrigation techniques that supported larger populations. As food production increased, villages expanded, and the need for organization led to the development of social hierarchies. Religious leaders, warriors, and skilled artisans began to hold distinct roles in society, paving the way for the emergence of political structures. 
  By the first millennium BCE, the Zapotecs had established themselves as a dominant force in the Oaxaca Valley. Unlike nomadic or loosely structured societies, they developed permanent settlements with planned architecture, ceremonial centers, and marketplaces. This period saw the rise of San José Mogote, one of the earliest known Zapotec centers, where the first signs of their writing system and political organization appeared. San José Mogote’s influence laid the groundwork for the later establishment of Monte Albán, which would become the heart of Zapotec power.

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  No Dice - Gambling and Risk in...

  Nathan Charles

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  When you think of 'gambling' you might think of Vegas casinos, betting shops and football flutters but the risk of gambling is embedded in numerous corners of popular culture that many of us consume.
  By considering the concept of 'soft gambling', No Dice asks how we could possibly link the Pokémon Trading Card Game with gambling. Can we compare Netflix to a night at the theatre? When does fictional gambling within video games go too far with their infamous loot boxes? Does such risk affect everyone or are socio-economic divides driving further inequality?
  No Dice explores the messy world of gambling and risk that we encounter regularly, from childhood through adulthood, considering if it is worth the risk and if we even know what risks we might be taking.

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  The Science of Immortality

  D.N. Dunlop

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  The contents of this volume consist of addresses delivered at various times before Lodges of the Theosophical Society and selected for their reference to the subject of immortality. Some of them were published in The Path, Vol. II. 
  In order to make the chapters more or less coherent, the matter has been slightly rearranged, but certain repetitions will be noticed which are unavoidable, owing to the inter-relation of the subjects discussed and to the fact that, having been addressed to different audiences, some explanation of the bearing of the part on the whole was necessary. I have not attempted to eliminate these redundancies, for the philosophy, sketchily outlined herein, is not easy to grasp, inasmuch as its fundamental data and principles are in contradistinction to much of the current thought of our time. 
  I. THE APPROACH TO THE PATH and FOREWARD 
  II. THE RACES OF HUMANITY 
  III. SENSE-FUNCTIONS AND FACULTIES OF THE MIND 
  IV. INDIVIDUALITY AND PERSONALITY 
  V. BREATH AND DESIRE 
  VI. WILL, UNIVERSAL AND INDIVIDUAL 
  VII. THOUGHT - ITS ORIGIN AND CONTROL 
  VIII. BIRTH AND DEATH  
  IX. THE SOUL AND ITS MANIFESTATIONS 
  X. THE IMMORTAL SOUL

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  The Beatons - A Medical Kindred...

  John W. M. Bannerman

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  This book traces the Clann Meic-bethad or Clan MacBeth whose members practised medicine in the classic Gaelic tradition in various parts of Scotland from the early fourteenth to the early eighteenth century. From many medieval Gaelic manuscripts known to have been in their possession, individual members of the clan and their activities are identified. Sometime in the second half of the sixteenth century the kindred began to adopt Beaton as a surname for use in non-Gaelic contexts.
  The medical Beatons fell naturally into two divisions: one confined mainly to the Western Isles and the other to the mainland of Scotland. This detailed study of the Beatons and their medicine describes how the position of medical doctor was inherited by the eldest son, and potential Beaton physicians were sent out to be trained by other members of the family for several years before undertaking their own practice. The book provides information on medieval medicine at the highest levels of Highland society.

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  Summary: Profit First -...

  Brooks Bryant

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  Disclaimer: This is NOT the official book. Please note that this also does NOT accompany the real book. 
  Introducing "Profit First: Unlock the Secret to Sustainable Financial Success" – a game-changing summary book that reveals the revolutionary system for maximizing profitability in your business. Authored by the brilliant Mike Michalowicz, this book condenses the core principles of "Profit First" into an easily digestible format. Discover the transformative power of allocating your business's income strategically, ensuring that profit remains a top priority from day one. With practical tips and proven techniques, you'll gain the tools to transform your financial health, break free from the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, and create a sustainable and profitable business. Don't miss out on this essential resource that will revolutionize your approach to finance.

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