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  Hearing History: Four Women...

  Florence Pannel, Frances 'Effy'...

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  These audio recordings include a 1977 interview with 108 year old Florence Pannel, born in 1868, discussing living and working in Paris and Victorian England; a 1970 interview with Frances 'Effy' Jones recalling being one of the first women trained to use a typewriter, and life as a young woman in 1890s London; Berta Ruck, a romantic novelist, remembering her formative years at art school, and the culture shock she experienced after moving from her home in Wales to the hustle and bustle in the heart of Victorian London; and a 1972 interview with 83 year old Violet Turner recalling her early life in Aldershot, Hampshire, England, and working as a nanny for a well-to-do family.

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  Learn Chinese Idioms with...

  Letitia Wu

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  Ready to learn more Chinese, one story at a time? 
  Learn Chinese Idioms with Stories (Volume 3) brings you 10 vivid idioms, each explained with simple language, memorable stories, and easy-to-understand insights. 
  Even if you don’t speak Chinese, you’ll enjoy these timeless stories — and gain a deeper understanding of Chinese thinking. 
  Inside, you’ll find: 
  - Engaging short stories for each idiom 
  - Clear, beginner-friendly explanations 
  - Cultural wisdom and life lessons 
  - Simple memory tips to help you remember 
  - A few example sentences — perfect for learners ready to go further 
  Whether you’re learning Chinese or simply curious about Chinese culture, this audiobook helps you: 
  ✔ Understand how Chinese people think 
  ✔ Learn real expressions in a natural way 
  ✔ Enjoy meaningful stories, anytime 
  No textbook needed. Just press play. 
  More stories. More wisdom. More Chinese you’ll never forget.

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  The Open Mind - Accepting Others...

  Esther Jameson

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  An open mind is not simply the ability to consider new ideas; it is a deep commitment to understanding, acceptance, and growth. In a world filled with diverse perspectives, an open mind acts as a bridge between different experiences, beliefs, and cultures. Embracing this quality begins with self-awareness, as recognizing one’s own biases and limitations is the first step toward true intellectual humility. When we acknowledge that our perspective is just one among many, we create space for learning and connection. 
  The process of understanding an open mind involves examining the roots of our thoughts and behaviors. Many of our judgments and preconceived notions originate from early experiences, societal norms, and ingrained habits. These factors shape how we view others and the world around us. By questioning these influences, we allow ourselves to break free from automatic responses and engage in thoughtful reflection. This reflective process is essential for transforming criticism into genuine curiosity and compassion. 
  Developing an open mind requires both intentional practice and courage. It means being willing to step outside our comfort zones and explore ideas that challenge our existing beliefs. This journey often involves confronting uncomfortable truths about ourselves and recognizing the limitations of our knowledge. However, the rewards are significant: increased empathy, improved relationships, and the ability to navigate complex social landscapes with grace. An open mind is not passive; it is an active, ongoing process of growth that requires us to listen deeply and respond with sensitivity.

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  Why People Die by Suicide

  Thomas Joiner

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  In the wake of a suicide, the most troubling questions are the most difficult to answer: How could we have known? What could we have done? And always: Why? Written by a clinical psychologist whose own life has been touched by suicide, this book offers the clearest account ever given of why some people choose to die. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on clinical and epidemiological evidence, as well as personal experience, Thomas Joiner brings a comprehensive understanding to seemingly incomprehensible behavior. Among the many people who have considered, attempted, or died by suicide, he finds three factors that mark those most at risk of death: the feeling of being a burden on loved ones; the sense of isolation; and, chillingly, the learned ability to hurt oneself. Joiner tests his theory against diverse facts taken from clinical anecdotes, history, literature, popular culture, anthropology, epidemiology, genetics, and neurobiology—facts about suicide rates among men and women; white and African-American men; anorexics, athletes, prostitutes, and physicians; members of cults, sports fans, and citizens of nations in crisis. The result is the most coherent and persuasive explanation ever given of why and how people overcome life's strongest instinct, self-preservation. Joiner's is a work that makes sense of the bewildering array of statistics and stories surrounding suicidal behavior.

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  Spelling Two - An Interactive...

  Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana

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  Spelling Two is the second in the Spelling for Kids interactive spelling workbooks series, which features spelling words that will quickly improve vocabulary, reading comprehension, and spelling skills. It makes a great addition to any school or home-school curriculum!Our fun and enabling spelling system can be used by your whole family at home, and it can also be used by schoolteachers for children who cannot follow learning procedures easily at school or are being home-schooled. They can start their practice one year earlier and at their own pace.Our unique, interactive spelling improvement book teaches students of all ability levels how to spell words and build vocabulary memory by integrating text repetition of age-specific words, along with the audio replay of the words from the connected spelling audiobook, which dramatically speeds memory retention, reading skills and pronunciation of words, as seen in this example from the book:TheseAre these the drawings you made at school?TheseT h e s eOur powerful but practical spelling book offers these unique benefits to students:Optimizes your kids' learning by offering a variety of learning techniques. This book, along with the audiobook, utilizes verbal and visual instruction - students listen, read, and write each spelling word for permanent retention of words.The book covers words every child 6-year-old must know and are frequently misspelled in spelling tests - 12 words per week. It is broken down into easy-to-follow spelling exercises that take only 10 minutes daily.Whether your child is just beginning their spelling journey and learning to read, or they are an overachiever and working to win the next spelling bee, Spelling for Kids is the perfect tool for accelerating spelling skills and ensuring your child is ahead of their class in spelling ability!Page Up and Order Now.

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  Flee North: Book Summary & Analysis

  Alexander Pike

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  This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas. 
   
  Before the Civil War, before the name “Underground Railroad” echoed across history books, a courageous free Black man named Thomas Smallwood dared to write—and act—against slavery. Flee North tells the riveting, true story of how Smallwood risked everything to help enslaved families escape to freedom, while publicly mocking slaveholders in fiery, witty essays that inspired a nation and enraged the powerful. 
  Teaming up with Charles Torrey, a white abolitionist journalist, Smallwood built one of the first organized escape networks in America. Together, they liberated hundreds—while the nation watched, divided and trembling.

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