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  How to Survive in Ancient Egypt

  Charlotte Booth

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  Focusing on Thebes in 1360 BCE, How to Survive in Ancient Egypt is the ultimate guide to living in ancient Egypt, including all of the religious beliefs and sites to see.Imagine you were transported back in time to Ancient Egypt and you had to start a new life there. How would you fit in? Where would you live? What would you eat? Where would you go to have your hair done? Who would you go to if you got ill, or if you were mugged in the street? All these questions, and many more, will be answered in this how-to guide for time travelers.Part self-help guide, part survival guide, this lively and engaging book will help the listener deal with the many problems and new experiences that they will face, and also help them to thrive in this strange new environment.

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  Cultural Achievements - The Arts...

  Rogan Fish

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  This book bundle is a captivating exploration of the cultural and intellectual legacy of one of history’s most influential civilizations. The first section delves into the art of ancient Rome, from vivid frescoes that adorned villa walls to intricate mosaics that decorated public spaces. It also covers sculpture and portraiture, showcasing how Roman artists blended Greek traditions with their own flair to immortalize emperors, gods, and everyday citizens in marble and bronze. 
  The second part of the book is a deep dive into Roman architecture, one of the most enduring hallmarks of the empire. You’ll explore the design and engineering behind iconic structures like the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and massive bathhouses. This section breaks down the architectural innovations—such as arches, domes, and the groundbreaking use of concrete—that enabled Rome to construct buildings that still awe the world today. It also covers city planning and how Rome influenced future Western architecture. 
  The final section turns to Roman innovation, highlighting practical inventions that supported the empire's growth and efficiency. Learn how aqueducts transported water across miles, how paved roads unified the empire, and how engineering marvels enabled a high standard of urban life. From glass blowing to heating systems and even early newspapers, Roman ingenuity touched every corner of society. Cultural Achievements is a richly illustrated and accessible guide to the brilliance of Roman creativity—and how it shaped the world we live in today.

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  Being Eclipsed - Women Under The...

  Dörthe Dolata

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  BEING ECLIPSED describes women’s lives under the care of the Church and State in Ireland at the beginning of the mid-19th century throughout the 20th century. It gives an overview of women who had to turn to prostitution out of necessity in order to survive, and also on nuns who were put in charge of them under catholic church rule creating a double-standard. Women were treated as the “Social Evil” when they were not considered pure and innocent by State and Church. This ignorant behaviour let basically to failing women instead of protecting them within society.

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  Summary: Who Moved My Cheese? -...

  Brooks Bryant

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  Disclaimer: This is not the official book; but a summary & it does NOT accompany the official. 
  Venture into the allegorical maze of 'Who Moved My Cheese?' and uncover profound wisdom about change and how to adapt swiftly. In this succinct summary, follow the narrative of four characters, each representing distinct responses to change, as they navigate the labyrinth in pursuit of cheese - a metaphor for what we seek in life. 
  Spencer Johnson and Kenneth Blanchard present a deceptively simple tale with universal implications. From personal upheavals to workplace transitions, 'Who Moved My Cheese?' illustrates the varied reactions to change and offers invaluable insights on how to anticipate, adapt to, and even enjoy change. 
  Rather than being immobilized by the shifting sands of time, learn to move with the cheese. This summary encapsulates the key teachings of the book, reminding us that change is inevitable but suffering is optional. Equip yourself with the wisdom to find new cheese and thrive in any circumstance.

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  Gaslighting - The Narcissist's...

  Dr. Theresa J. Covert

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  Still struggling from the effects of an abusive relationship? 
  Many people do and sadly there is very little information available to be found online or in the written research, or with counsellors and therapists that can help. The Gaslight Effect is not officially recognised, nor is it widely even known. 
  Even when it is accepted, recognised and known not many people seem to know what to DO ABOUT IT to heal it… The fact is being in a relationship with a narcissist over a long period of time has long lasting traumatic effects that can be extremely catastrophic to the person suffering them. 
  DO THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS SOUND FAMILIAR? 
   - Doubting yourself and your sanity 
  - Feeling like you’re losing your mind 
  - Feeling like you’re always apologizing 
  - You’re second-guessing your memory 
  - Feeling like you aren’t good enough 
  - Feeling misunderstood 
  - Feeling lonely 
  - Ruined self confidence 
  - Extreme weight loss or weight gain 
  - Uncharacteristic jealousy/ insecurity 
  - Feeling like you don’t know the difference between right and wrong 
  - Extreme paranoia (being turned into an obsessive detective) 
  - Endless, repetitive obsessive thinking about your ex 
  - Strange dreams 
  - Sudden inexplicable anxiety followed by rapid dips into depression 
  The list goes on…. 
  “NOBODY UNDERSTANDS!” 
  I hear this frustrated cry from abused people a lot. 
  Gaslighting is crazy-making, it makes you think that you’re actually going crazy. 
  Gaslighting is a way of hiding the abuse. 
  Gaslighting is lying with a goal. 
  The motive behind the gaslighting is to make you think that you’re crazy or that your memory doesn’t work right. So you can’t trust yourself and your perceptions of reality.

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  No Excuses - Turning around one...

  Alison Colwell

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  "Eye-popping" – Sunday Times
  "Brilliant" – Iain Dale
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  An unputdownable true account of how a tenacious head teacher led one of the most challenging schools in the country to excellence.
  No Excuses charts an extraordinary principal's journey from the moment she took over at a failing secondary school in a deprived area, where less than a quarter of children attained five or more A*–C GCSEs, and how she set about the gruelling task of transforming its reputation using her zero-tolerance, tough-love approach.
  Armed only with a wicked sense of humour, fearless energy and a powerful vision, Alison Colwell put in place a stringent set of rules, including a strict uniform policy and a complete ban on mobile phones, provoking resistance and hostility from some parents, the wider community and on social media.
  This is the darkly funny, moving story of how, together, teachers and their – often troubled – pupils rebuilt a school and community, with an inspirational head at the helm.
  Charming, touching and full of brilliant leadership advice, this is the diary of the woman the Daily Mail labelled Britain's strictest head teacher.

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