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  Foolproof - Why Misinformation...

  Sander van der Linden

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  From fake news to conspiracy theories, from inflammatory memes to misleading headlines, misinformation has swiftly become the defining problem of our era. The crisis threatens the integrity of our democracies, our ability to cultivate trusting relationships, even our physical and psychological well-being—yet most attempts to combat it have proven insufficient. 
   
   
   
  With remarkable clarity, Sander van der Linden explains why our brains are so vulnerable to misinformation. Like a virus, misinformation infects our minds, exploiting shortcuts in how we see and process information to alter our beliefs, modify our memories, and replicate at astonishing rates. Once the virus takes hold, it's very hard to cure. 
   
   
   
  But we aren't helpless. As van der Linden shows based on award-winning original research, we can cultivate immunity through the innovative science of "prebunking": inoculating people against false information by preemptively exposing them to a weakened dose, thus empowering them to identify and fend off its manipulative tactics. Deconstructing the characteristic techniques of conspiracies and misinformation, van der Linden gives listeners practical tools to defend themselves and others against nefarious persuasion—whether at scale or around their own dinner table.

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  Magical Qabalah for Beginners -...

  Frater Barrabbas

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  Discover the history and theory of Qabalah as well as its practical ritual uses. Explore the five basic but essential parts of Qabalah: the ten Sephiroth, the twenty-two paths, the Four Worlds, the Three Negative Veils, and the Tree of Life.The Qabalah is the symbolic key to the Western Mystery tradition. Gain invaluable insights into all occult systems including high magic, Tarot, astrology, alchemy, hermetics, and more. In Magical Qabalah for Beginners, Frater Barrabbas shows ritual magicians, Pagans, and occult students how to incorporate the Qabalah into practice, using tables of correspondences, numerology, acronyms and formulae, sigils and ciphers, contemplation, and the theurgy of ascension. Now is the time to penetrate the mystical properties of Qabalah and make them work in your life.Praise:"Frater Barrabbas has crafted a comprehensive overview of the Qabalah that is clear and accessible."—Chic and Tabatha Cicero, Chief Adepts of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and authors of The Essential Golden Dawn"Those starting out on the path of learning magical Qabalah would do well to explore this book."—Scott Stenwick, author of Arcana"Magical Qabalah for Beginners is the introductory book that I wish we'd had back when I was first being trained in the Craft."—Veronica Cummer, author of Sorgitzak: Old Forest Craft

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  The Essential Book of...

  Anne Rooney

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  Explore the intriguing subject of human consciousness in this guide, written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney. 
   
   
  The study of consciousness is one of the more fascinating frontiers in science, combining aspects of neurology, psychology, evolutional biology and philosophy. In this highly-visual, full-colour guide, Rooney explores the philosophical conundrums and scientific breakthroughs surrounding consciousness and shows how leading thinkers have sought to understand the enigma of awareness. 
   
   
  Covering subjects such as mind-body dualism, the nature of thought, the 'easy' and 'hard' problems of consciousness and free will, The Essential Book of Consciousness provides the perfect starting point for anyone interested in the subject. 
   
   
  ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Concepts is a series of titles diving into some of the most compelling subjects in modern science. Written by a variety of experts, these editions provide a perfect starting point to a range of fascinating topics.

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  Overthinking

  Amy Williams

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  GIVE YOUR MIND A BREAK — Stop Your Mind From Going Into Overdrive And Start Making Better Decisions!Welcome to the overthinker’s guide to putting an end to excessive rumination!On the surface, thinking is considered a good thing… but when you go overboard, you start bumping into problems. Overthinking causes your mind to get cloudy and negatively hamper your judgement. And since you spend too much time wallowing in negative thoughts and scenarios, your stress levels become elevated. This, in turn, can make it difficult for you to make sound decisions.In this master guide, Amy Williams will teach you how to stop overthinking, eliminate negative thoughts, declutter your mind, improve self-esteem, build mental toughness, and unlock your mind’s limitless potential!Here’s what you’ll learn:•	How to prevent overthinking from sabotaging your performance•	How to eliminate negative thoughts•	Practical tips to declutter your mind and free up mental space•	How to develop mental toughness and stay strong•	TOP STRATEGIES for building resilience•	How to use manipulation to unlock your mind power and attract success•	Simple, yet PROVEN ways to boost your self-esteem quicklyPeace of mind is one of life’s greatest gifts. When your mind is at peace, you are, too! A clear head is free to think of innovative, life-changing ideas that will help you achieve life-long success.This book will help you achieve peace of mind… and so much more!

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  The History and Legacy of...

  Editors Charles River

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  Athens is chiefly remembered for two reasons: its political system, which would in time form the nucleus of all Western democratic systems of government, and the remarkable number of outstanding individuals which, during the Golden Age of Athens, lived and flourished in the enlightened city-state. The Ancient Athenians formed the backbone of the West’s entire culture, from the arts to philosophy and everything in between. 
  The most unique city-state in Ancient Greece was Sparta, which continues to fascinate contemporaneous society. It is not entirely clear why Sparta placed such a great emphasis on having a militaristic society, but the result was that military fitness was a preoccupation from birth. 
  In the Archaic and Classical periods, Rhodes often stood as a prime exemplar of the highs and lows of its fellow Greek cities, and as the largest island of the Dodecanese, Rhodes’ history is largely in line with that of the rest of those islands. Rhodes would reach the zenith of its power in the Hellenistic period following the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C.  
  Modern perceptions of Classical Greece are almost invariably based on Athens and Sparta, but Thebes was also a key player in the history of the region in this pivotal period. Indeed, it was, in fact, Thebes that was the major power for many of the years preceding the emergence of Macedon. The reasons for so little being known about Thebes and its contributions to ancient Greek civilization are complex, but the fact that it was totally destroyed by Alexander the Great is certainly one. 
  Ancient Corinth had actually been founded in the 10th century B.C. and was, for most of its history, the richest port and the largest city in all of Greece. Corinth had a population in excess of 90,000 in 400 B.C., but the Romans leveled this original city in 146 B.C., killing all the male inhabitants and selling the women and children into slavery.

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  Immaculate - How the Steelers...

  Tom O’Lenic, Ray Hartjen

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  Ahead of this year’s 50th anniversary of the National Football League’s most unforgettable play, Steelers Hall of Famer Franco Harris’ “Immaculate Reception,'' comes the book Immaculate: How the Steelers Saved Pittsburgh. Immaculate weaves together the historical stories of Pittsburgh and its beloved professional football team like the linear strands of DNA—antiparallel, twisting throughout, and irrevocably connected together. 

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