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  Bog Bodies The: The History and...

  Charles River Editors

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  The first sign was almost always a face. A peat cutter, working a bank he had worked countless times before, drove his spade into the dark earth and found himself looking at a cheek, a closed eye, or the stubble on a jaw. The skin was brown and the features strangely calm, and what was uncovered was a mummified person in the peat who looked less like an ancient corpse than someone who had fallen asleep an hour before. More often than not, the cutters did the sensible thing, setting down tools and alerting the authorities. 
  	For generations, this was how the bog bodies of northern Europe returned to the world. They were not uncovered by archaeologists with brushes and trowels but found by accident, whether by men cutting fuel and finding a limb or a head. The remains looked recent enough to begin as murder cases, so police came out to the moss, coroners opened files, and in more than one instance the dead were checked against the names of people who had lately vanished from a nearby town. However, the ground told a different story, because the body lay beneath layers of peat that had taken centuries to form, and when radiocarbon testing came into use, it gave firmer answers. The corpse who looked fresh enough for a police file had sometimes lain beneath the moss for 2,000 years. 
  	Bog bodies have surfaced for as long as people have cut peat, and they remain among the strangest human remains on the planet. They have come out of the wetlands of Denmark, northern Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, Britain, and southern Scandinavia, preserved by a chemistry that performs a strange reversal. Skin, hair, fingernails, clothes, and the contents of the stomach can remain immediately recognizable long after the bones beneath them had dissolved, and this preservation has made the bog people some of the most intimate survivors of the ancient world, as well as some of the most difficult to explain.

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  Great and Horrible News: Murder...

  Blessin Adams

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  ‘Grimly fascinating … engrossing’ Daily Mail  
  NINE HISTORIC CRIMES. ONE FAMILIAR OBSESSION. 
  In early modern England, murder truly was most foul. Trials were gossipy events packed to the rafters with noisome spectators. Executions were public proceedings which promised not only gore, but desperate confessions and the grandest, most righteous human drama. Bookshops saw grisly stories of crime and death sell like hot cakes. 
  This history unfolds the true stories of murder, criminal investigation, early forensic techniques, high court trials and so much more. 
  In thrilling narrative, we follow a fugitive killer through the streets of London, citizen detectives clamouring to help officials close the net. We untangle the mystery of a suspected staged suicide through the newly emerging science of forensic pathology. We see a mother trying to clear her dead daughter’s name while other women faced the accusations – sometimes true and sometimes not – of murdering their own children. 
  These stories are pieced together from original research using coroner’s inquests, court records, parish archives, letters, diaries and the cheap street pamphlets that proliferated to satisfy a voracious public. 
  These intensely personal stories portray the lives of real people as they confronted the extraordinary crises of murder, infanticide, miscarriage and suicide. Many historical laws and attitudes concerning death and murder may strike us as exceptionally cruel, and yet many still remind us that some things never change: we are still fascinated by narratives of murder and true crime, murder trials today continue to be grand public spectacles, female killers are frequently cast as aberrant objects of public hatred and sexual desire, and suicide remains a sin within many religious organisations and was a crime in England until the 1960s. 
  Great and Horrible News! explores the strange history of death and murder in early modern England, yet the stories within may appear shockingly familiar. 
  Great and Horrible News by Blessin Adams is a riveting biography of the most notorious criminals of the Stuart and Elizabethan eras. This latest bestseller offers a new perspective on the period from 1485-1603, making it a top choice for those interested in European history. 
  For fans of Lucy Worsley (Agatha Christie), Dean Jobb (Empire of Deception), Helen Carr (The Red Prince), Michelle Morgan (The Book of Hope), and David Wilson (My Life with Murderers). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  The Igbo Culture Before...

  B. Egwuatu

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  This is a compelling exploration of the Igbo people's vibrant traditions and way of life before colonialism. This book serves as a crucial guide for anyone—especially Igbo individuals in the diaspora—who seeks to reconnect with their heritage and understand the rich cultural landscape of the Igbo community. 
  What Readers Will Learn:Cultural Foundations: Dive into the social structures and values that have shaped Igbo identity and community life.Spiritual Practices: Discover the spiritual beliefs and rituals that provide a framework for understanding the Igbo worldview.Language Insights: Learn about the Igbo language, its unique characteristics, and the significance of proverbs in conveying wisdom and moral lessons.Historical Evolution: Understand how colonial encounters impacted Igbo traditions and how these practices have adapted over time. 
  Why This Book Matters: 
  This is not just a history book; it is a celebration of resilience and identity. For Igbo people living abroad, this book offers a bridge to their roots, fostering a deeper appreciation for their cultural heritage. By sharing the richness of Igbo traditions, it empowers readers to preserve their history and instil pride in future generations. 
  This book is essential for anyone interested in cultural studies, history, or personal growth. It highlights the importance of embracing and sustaining our traditions, ensuring that the wisdom and values of the Igbo people continue to inspire and educate for years to come. 
  Embark on this journey to rediscover the beauty of Igbo culture and connect with the legacy of your ancestors!

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  Threads - A Tapestry of Life in...

  Tanya Davis

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  Journey into the heart of Shiloh with Tanya Davis. Shiloh is a small vibrant African American community in Asheville, North Carolina. Threads is a multifaceted compilation capturing the essence of Shiloh through history, heartfelt stories, poems, prose, and essays. It offers fragmented memories, candid opinions, questions, and random thoughts that paint a picture of life in the Shiloh community. Threads is enhanced with personal photographs and reflections, Threads provides an intimate glimpse into the lives and legacies of those who have shaped Tanya and the Shiloh community. Threads is more than a collection; it is a celebration of resilience, culture, and the enduring spirit of Shiloh.

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  The Prophet

  Khalil Gibran

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. The Prophet — Audiobook 
  "No man can reveal to you aught but that which already lies half asleep in the dawning of your knowledge." 
  First published in 1923, The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is one of the most beloved and enduring works of world literature — translated into over 100 languages and never once out of print. 
  Consisting of 26 prose poetry fables, the book speaks through the voice of a prophet on the deepest themes of human life — love, children, freedom, sorrow, beauty, and death. 
  "You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth." "What is evil but good tortured by its own hunger and thirst?" "Self is a sea boundless and measureless." 
  A Production Crafted with Care 
  This audiobook breathes life into Gibran's timeless words through a carefully crafted cast of voices. Almustafa and the narrator speak in American English, while the citizens of Orphalese — the ploughman, the merchant, the judge, the priestess, the scholar, the astronomer, and more — are voiced in British English, giving each figure their own distinct warmth and character. Every line has been reviewed by human editors to ensure a smooth listening experience. 
  Tip for the impatient listener: Chapters 1 and 28 are slightly longer than the rest — feel free to begin at Chapter 2 and circle back.

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  The Ballet Teacher’s NLP...

  Julie Sulter

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  Behind every graceful pirouette is a ballet teacher silently questioning their life choices—and probably wishing for a timeout from reality. The Ballet Teacher’s NLP Survival Guide is your backstage pass to mastering the mental chaos lurking beneath the tulle and toe shoes. 
  This isn’t your typical feel-good teaching manual. It’s packed with sharp, practical NLP techniques wrapped in ballet jargon and just enough dark humor to keep you sane while dealing with students who think “assemblé” is a fashion statement and not a step. 
  Inside, you’ll learn how to:Build instant rapport without losing your mindDeliver feedback so precise it hurts (but in a good way)Reprogram the “I can’t” chorus into “Watch me”Tame stage fright without resorting to hiding behind the curtainsModel calm and confidence even when your hip flexors scream for mercy 
  If you’ve ever wanted to pirouette right out of the studio (but didn’t because, well, responsibilities), this book is your mental barre—steady, supportive, and ready to help you survive and thrive in the wonderfully exhausting world of ballet teaching.

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