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  Empire of Orgasm - Sex Power and...

  Ellen Huet

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  A cautionary tale of sex and salvation for the wellness generation: how orgasmic meditation turned into a cult.
  OneTaste hoped orgasm would change the world. Emerging in the midst of the late-aughts for-profit wellness boom, the company was unwavering in its faith in orgasmic meditation, or OM, a fifteen-minute practice featuring a woman being clitorally stimulated by a clothed, usually male partner. Nicole Daedone, the group’s magnetic and cunning founder, envisioned a world where OM was as widespread as yoga. But Daedone’s vision came with a price: behind the militant loyalty she inspired and her millions of dollars of sales was what former members describe as a cult of manipulation, abuse, and coercion driven by a relentless quest for control. And by the time the FBI showed up at her door in 2023 with an indictment alleging she conspired to commit forced labor, even Daedone herself was no longer safe.
  Building on the viral Bloomberg article that exposed the dark side of OneTaste and Daedone, Ellen Huet’s Empire of Orgasm is a deeply reported and cinematic chronicle of how a boundary-pushing wellness program became a cult that, according to dozens of witnesses, ruthlessly exploited its members. Huet, the undeniable authority on the group, reveals how, in demanding absolute fealty to Daedone as a path to enlightenment and healing, OneTaste pushed its followers past their limits―sexually, emotionally, financially―and left many of their lives in shambles.
  A riveting saga and a nuanced exploration of the mechanics of manipulation, Empire of Orgasm is an extraordinary account of wellness gone wrong.

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  Islamic Golden Age - A History...

  Kelly Mass

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  The Islamic Golden Age, a period marked by extraordinary cultural, economic, and scientific prosperity, spanned roughly from the 8th to the 14th century. This era is often considered to have begun during the reign of the Abbasid caliph Harun al-Rashid (786–809), particularly with the establishment of the House of Wisdom in Baghdad. At this time, Baghdad was the world's largest city, serving as the epicenter of intellectual activity. The House of Wisdom became a hub for scholars and polymaths from a diverse range of backgrounds who were tasked with gathering, translating, and preserving the classical knowledge of the ancient world. Key works from Greek, Syriac, Middle Persian, and Sanskrit texts were translated into Arabic and Syriac, with some later making their way into Latin and Hebrew. This immense intellectual undertaking played a significant role in preserving and expanding upon the knowledge that would later form the foundation of the Renaissance in Europe. 
  The decline of the Abbasid caliphate, culminating in the Mongol invasions and the Siege of Baghdad in 1258, is commonly regarded as marking the end of this flourishing period. However, the exact timeline of the Golden Age’s conclusion is debated among scholars. Some place the end around 1350, coinciding with the Timurid Renaissance, while others extend it until the 15th or even the 16th century, linking it with the rise of the Islamic Gunpowder Empires. 
  One of the driving forces behind the Islamic Golden Age was the emphasis placed on learning within Islamic teachings. The Quran and Hadiths, which contain numerous references to the pursuit of knowledge, were fundamental in motivating Muslims during this period to engage in scientific, philosophical, and literary endeavors.

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  Nicomachean Ethics - The...

  Aristotle, Tim Zengerink

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  What if you could discover the keys to true happiness, cultivate virtue, and live a life of purpose and fulfillment? 
  Nicomachean Ethics: The Blueprint for Virtue, Happiness, and the Good Life brings you Aristotle’s timeless teachings, thoughtfully adapted for today’s listeners. 
  Written over two thousand years ago, Nicomachean Ethics is Aristotle’s exploration of what it means to live a virtuous and meaningful life. Through an examination of human behavior, ethics, and happiness, Aristotle provides a practical guide to achieving eudaimonia—a life of flourishing and true fulfillment. 
  This isn’t just a philosophical text—it’s a practical roadmap for understanding yourself, building moral character, and living in harmony with your values. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, deeper purpose, or greater happiness, Aristotle’s insights remain as relevant and transformative as ever. 
  What You’ll Discover: 
  - The Pursuit of Happiness: Learn Aristotle’s principles for achieving eudaimonia, a life of true fulfillment. 
  - The Role of Virtue: Discover how to cultivate moral character, make wise choices, and align with your values. 
  - Practical Wisdom for Daily Life: Gain clear, actionable insights on balance, moderation, and ethical living. 
  - Accessible, Modern Language: Experience Aristotle’s profound teachings in a clear, contemporary style tailored for modern listeners. 
  Aristotle’s vision of the good life offers timeless wisdom for anyone seeking clarity, purpose, and moral growth. His teachings inspire us to strive for excellence, live with intention, and create harmony between our desires, actions, and goals. 
  Imagine having the tools to make ethical decisions, build strong character, and achieve lasting happiness. 
  Download your copy today and transform your life with Aristotle’s timeless wisdom.

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  Banished from Johnstown - Racist...

  Cody McDevitt, Tony Norman

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  Author and journalist Cody McDevitt tells the story of one of the worst civil rights injustices in Western Pennsylvania history. 
   
   
   
  In 1923, in response to the fatal shooting of four policemen, the mayor of Johnstown ordered every African American and Mexican immigrant who had lived in the city for less than seven years to leave. They were given less than a day to move or would face crippling fines or jail time and were forced out at gunpoint. An estimated two thousand people uprooted their lives in response to the racist edict. Area Ku Klux Klan members celebrated the creation of a "sundown town" and increased their own intimidation practices. Figures such as Marcus Garvey spoke out in Pittsburgh against it as newspapers throughout the country published condemnations.

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  Three Wise Monkeys - Through the...

  Charles van Onselen

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  Volume 2 of Three Wise Monkeys explores Catholic Mozambique's role in the leisure economy of Protestant South Africa, as a place where bachelor miners and Randlords alike could project their fantasies of subtropical exotica, whether in the raucous bars and brothels of the port or in the development of the upmarket Polana Hotel and the vision of segregated 'tourist zones' for race-conscious Rand holidaymakers.
  Mozambique's liminal place in the leisure and entertainment universe was nowhere better represented than in the rise and eventual fall of Lourenço Marques Radio. For decades, LM Radio beamed the hit songs of the day, and a certain vision of post-war modernity, to white South Africans increasingly in thrall to the stifling rule of Calvinist churches, the National Party and the Broederbond-dominated SABC. The eventual triumph of the SABC in muzzling LM Radio was a foretaste of the police state that came to imprison South African minds during the 1960s and 1970s.

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  The Heart Chakra Magic - Unlock...

  Elena G.Rivers

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  The Heart Chakra Magic is your all-in-one guide to help you reconnect with the astonishing power of your heart to manifest the life you love, desire, and deserve. No previous spiritual knowledge is required, and the methodology covered in this book is simple, effective, and open to readers of all spiritual backgrounds. 
  Inside, you will discover simple-to-follow techniques and empowerment to get your beautiful heart chakra back in balance it needs to help you manifest a happy, joyful, and abundant life. 
  With the Heart Chakra Magic, You Will Quickly Learn: 
  -The significance and magic of the heart chakra, what happens when it’s out of balance, and what to do about it; 
  -How heart chakra influences your manifestations and why healing it is the fastest way to manifest your deepest desires (the path of least resistance); 
  -Techniques to release negative energies and enjoy the flow of positive, uplifting emotions; 
  - How to unlock inner harmony, strength, courage, and confidence so that you can discover and pursue your life’s purpose; 
  -A myriad of transformative modalities and easy-to-use tools specifically for heart-chakra rebalancing (including inner work, affirmations, meditation, journaling, vibration-healing herbal essences, crystals, essential oils, sounds, and frequencies + more to support your heart-chakra journey); 
  -How to tap into the power of self-love and let it guide you (warning- it can result in most magical manifestations your mind couldn’t even comprehend); 
  -Heart Chakra magic and synchronicities through non-linear healing and gratitude practices; 
  -Specific shadow work prompts to help you release your manifesting blocks and step into your divine power. 
  It’s time to heal and master the creative Heart Chakra energy that can move mountains!

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