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  2024 Wood Dragon Year - Feng...

  Michele Castle

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  Embark on a journey of transformation and prosperity with "2024 Year of the Wood Dragon, Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology" by Michele Castle. This comprehensive guide offers profound insights into business, finances, love, health, and emotions, making it an invaluable companion for navigating the dynamic energies of 2024. 
  Delve into the intricacies of Flying Stars and Chinese Astrology, tailored to suit individuals of all ages, Self-Elements, and Animal Signs. Uncover the secrets of the Wood Dragon year, a rare occurrence happening once every 60 years, from Chinese New Year on February 10th until January 28th, 2025. The Dragon symbolises vigour, power, charisma, and boldness, promising a fortunate year for most. 
  Discover the keys to success in 2024, including "working smarter, not harder" for financial endeavours, exercising caution in decision-making, and experiencing reduced anger with increased relaxation. Michele Castle provides expert advice on colour combinations, auspicious animals, health precautions, and strategic business decisions tailored to enhance your Wood Dragon year. 
  Leverage the power of numerology, with numbers such as 8, 6, 14, 3, 21, and 40 symbolising wealth, positive relationships, success, creativity, and wisdom. Mark your lucky days on the calendar, incorporating aqua, blue, and green as auspicious colours and orienting yourself towards the lucky directions of east, northeast, southwest, and northwest.

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  Utilitarianism

  John Stuart Mill

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  Mill's book Utilitarianism first appeared as a series of three articles published in Fraser's Magazine in 1861 and was reprinted as a single book in 1863. John Stuart Mill was brought up as a Benthamite with the explicit intention that he would carry on the cause of utilitarianism.
  Utilitarianism is a family of consequentialist ethical theories that promotes actions that maximize happiness and well-being for the majority of a population. Although different varieties of utilitarianism admit different characterizations, the basic idea behind all of them is to in some sense maximize utility, which is often defined in terms of well-being or related concepts. Utilitarianism is a version of consequentialism, which states that the consequences of any action are the only standard of right and wrong. Unlike other forms of consequentialism, such as egoism and altruism, utilitarianism considers the interests of all beings equally.
  Famous works of the author John Stuart Mill: A System of Logic, Essays on Some Unsettled Questions of Political Economy, Principles of Political Economy, A Few Words on Non-intervention, On Liberty, Considerations on Representative Government, Utilitarianism, Аutobiography, Three Essays on Religion, Socialism, The Subjection of Women, England and Ireland.

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  Oskar and the Things

  Andrus Kivirähk

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  One summer, when both his parents are away for work, Oskar is sent to the countryside to live with his grandma. A dreary prospect turns into disaster when Oskar realises he left his mobile phone back at home. What will he do all summer now?
  Lonely and bored, Oskar crafts a phone out of a block of wood he finds in the shed and uses it to pretend to call things. To his surprise, the things reply! He speaks to a tough-talking iron, a poetising bin, a bloodthirsty wardrobe, a red balloon that gets tangled in the crown of a birch tree, and many more. Oskar finds himself in high demand, helping the things solve their problems and achieve their dreams.
  Oskar and the Things is a charming book about the power of the imagination and friendship, by Estonia's leading children's writer, Andrus Kivirähk. With a lively translation by Adam Cullen, and the original illustrations by Anne Pikkov, it is the perfect gift for an introverted child with a rich inner life.

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  Guided Meditation: Loviatar The...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Embark on a mystical journey with Loviatar, the Finnish Goddess of Shamanism, Pain, and Transformation. Known as the Dark Mother of the North, Loviatar is both a feared and revered deity, embodying the power of the unknown and the sacred art of healing through shadow work. 
  In this guided meditation, you will step into an ancient shamanic ritual, opening the door to the otherworldly realms where Loviatar resides. Led by a soothing voice and backed by ambient soundscapes, you’ll connect with Loviatar’s energy, learning to embrace your deepest emotions, confront inner fears, and find the light within darkness. 
  This transformative meditation is designed to:Guide you through a powerful visualization journey to connect with the essence of Loviatar.Help you release pain and emotional blockages, using her wisdom as a pathway to inner healing.Encourage self-reflection and resilience by tapping into the ancient shamanic traditions of the Finnish pantheon.Cultivate a deeper understanding of the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. 
  Whether you are new to shamanic practices or a seasoned meditator, this journey offers a rare and sacred experience, allowing you to explore the transformative power of Loviatar's teachings. Perfect for those seeking spiritual growth, emotional release, and a deeper connection to the mystical. 
  Discover the ancient wisdom of the Goddess and transform your pain into power.

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  Geographical Oddities -...

  John Harpoon

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  This book consists of the following titles: 
    
  - The Great Escape from the Inescapable Prison: The Inescapable Prison has long stood as a symbol of absolute confinement, a fortress so impenetrable that even the thought of escape seemed futile. Perched on an isolated island, surrounded by treacherous waters and patrolled by an elite cadre of guards, this prison was designed to crush not just the body but also the spirit. Its towering walls, crafted from stone rumored to be unbreakable, and its maze-like interiors presented an overwhelming challenge for anyone bold—or desperate—enough to dream of freedom. Over decades, countless prisoners tried to outwit the prison’s relentless grip, and every attempt ended the same way: failure. 
  - World's Deadliest Destinations: The world is full of places that, for various reasons, have earned a reputation as deadly destinations. From war zones to natural disasters, some locations are marked by extreme danger, making them almost inhospitable for those who venture too close. This chapter aims to explore the factors that contribute to these perilous places, offering a broader understanding of what makes a destination deadly. At the core of every dangerous place is a unique combination of environmental, political, and social factors that amplify the risks for those who live or travel there. Conflict zones, for instance, are often marked by violence, political instability, and lawlessness, creating environments where human life is under constant threat. In these regions, wars, civil unrest, and insurgent groups create an atmosphere of chaos where survival can be a daily struggle.

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  How to Tell a Story - An Ancient...

  Aristotle

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  An inviting and accessible new translation of Aristotle's complete Poetics—the first and best introduction to the art of writing and understanding stories 
   
   
   
  Aristotle's Poetics is the most important book ever written for writers and readers of stories—whether novels, short fiction, plays, screenplays, or nonfiction. Aristotle was the first to identify the keys to plot, character, audience perception, tragic pleasure, and dozens of other critical points of good storytelling. Despite being written more than 2,000 years ago, the Poetics remains essential reading for anyone who wants to learn how to write a captivating story—or understand how such stories work and achieve their psychological effects. Yet for all its influence, the Poetics is too little read because it comes down to us in a form that is often difficult to follow, and even the best translations are geared more to specialists than to general readers who simply want to grasp Aristotle's profound and practical insights. In How to Tell a Story, Philip Freeman presents the most accessible translation of the Poetics yet produced, making this indispensable book more engaging and useful than ever before.

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