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  The Watkins Book of African...

  Helen Nde

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  From creation myths and foundation legends to fascinating stories of human relationships and animal tales, these stories provide a diverse look at the countries and cultures across the African continent. Noted folklorist Helen Nde provides context for history and colonial influences for the stories. 
   
   
   
  Discover the geographical and cultural variety of the continent with stories such as: 
   
   
   
  ● FROM ALGERIA: "The Story of the First Man and Woman", who meet when they struggle over access to a well, but go on to have 100 children and start the human race. 
   
   
   
  ● FROM SUDAN: "Okwa and the River Maiden", a tale about the great-grandson of the first man who seeks the river spirit's approval to marry two river maidens, half women and half crocodiles. 
   
    
   
  ● FROM ZIMBABWE: "The Moon and His Wives", a story about the first man who pleads with the creator to become mortal and go to earth, where the first star becomes his companion. 
   
   
   
  ● FROM GHANA: "How Goat Caused a War" by tricking the Supreme Being and giving his holy message to the wrong prince. 
   
   
   
  ● FROM TANZANIA: "The Singing Kaguru Birds", who offer help and riches to poor folk in exchange for a strict rule or even a trick.

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  A Hundred Reasons Why People...

  Science-Based Language Learning Lab

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  Introduction to the 100 Somethings Language Learning Series
   
  
   
  Welcome to a fresh, captivating way to learn a new language! The "A Hundred Reasons Why..." series helps you master Spanish through topics that interest you, such as art, science, and history. Each book offers 100 carefully selected reasons that serve as concise knowledge nuggets in both English and Spanish.
   
  
   
  How It Works:
   
    - Each reason is first presented in Spanish for you to interpret.
   
  - The next page provides the English translation and then repeats the reason in Spanish to help you understand unfamiliar terms. The second half of the book presents the content in English, then in the target language, and finally in English again, giving you the chance to translate in both directions and demonstrate true mastery of the material.
   
  - This format is repetitive to aid memorization and concise, ensuring streamlined learning.
   
  
   
  Benefits:
   
  - Concise Learning: The brief, one-sentence reasons are easy to remember and relate directly to your interests.
   
  - Reinforced Learning: Switching between English and Spanish solidifies your vocabulary and grammar naturally.
   
  - Engaged Learning: Associating new words with topics you're passionate about keeps your learning dynamic and engaging.
   
  - Dual Knowledge: You not only learn a new language but also deepen your knowledge of the specific subject matter.
   
  
   
  Ideal for those who thrive on clear and targeted information, this series makes learning both educational and enjoyable. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your linguistic skills, these books are crafted to enhance your journey effectively. Embrace this innovative approach and let your passions fuel your progress in mastering Spanish!

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  The Gap Between - Loving and...

  Mary Moreland

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  One woman shares her emotional experience navigating her parents’ declining health, culminating in her mother’s years-long struggle with Alzheimer’s. Mary Moreland details her journey through the stages of grief as she comes to terms with her father’s death, followed by her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. As her mother’s disease progresses over eight years, Mary walks readers through the earliest phase and all the way to her mother’s deathbed. She provides insightful advice on grieving and caring for loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s, alongside her own story of loss.

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  A Pain in my Ass - Explicit sex...

  Ben Dover

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  If there is one thing I believe I have held fast all these years, it is the one that holds no shame in all the intricacies of the human mind, body, and soul. What intrigues me the most is how two or more people can create rhythms, music, trust, and bodily pleasure. No matter what debauchery society might try to bestow on those who seek a little bit of freedom using a natural and exciting mechanism, I offer no judgment. This book is a series of stories to “get the juices flowing” and probably allow you to be more comfortable with yourself and maybe your partner(s). Outlined is an array of adventures, kinky twists, and quirks you will enjoy. I know I certainly enjoyed curating them for you. 
  This book is a no-holds-barred platform, and it is certainly not a euphemism for the soft, adulterated, hidden wantings of intimacy. 
  It is a dive into the art of satisfying primal needs with drooling, tears, a tinge of unrepentant guilt, and, dare I say, pleasurable heavings, screams, and possible drownings as the best possible side effects. 
  Between your wildest imaginations and a rather sultrily dexterous pen, shameless pleasure is the only goal. 
  With you in mind, 
  Ben Dover

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  Fear in Consciousness - Malibu...

  Jiddu Krishnamurti

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  "Fear in consciousness"—22 March 1970 
   
  How does it happen that the deep layers hidden in consciousness can be exposed?Comparison between what is with what has been and what will be, is the process of fear.Can the mind observe without comparison?

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  Ideals And Ambition - Ojai 1949...

  Jiddu Krishnamurti

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  Ideals and ambition - 13 August 1949 
  • Q: In listening to you, I feel that the distinction or space between ideal and 
  practice is illusory. Is this so? 
  • Q: I am free from ambition. Is there something wrong with me?

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