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  The Cliffs of Schizophrenia - A...

  Jake McCook, Laurette McCook

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  At the age of 30, Jake found himself hospitalized, grappling with the weight of anxiety, depression, and paranoia. Soon, he received the life-altering diagnosis of schizophrenia. In this intimate and illuminating book, you are invited into Jake's world, a world he shares with his mother, Laurette, through alternating chapters written in an accessible and larger font for clarity and simplicity. 
  As you journey through the pages, you will witness the inner workings of Jake's mind, at times clouded by the darkest shadows of paranoia. With remarkable insight and humor, Jake opens up his thoughts, offering readers a window into the complexities of schizophrenia. Laurette, with a mother's wisdom, adds her perspective, striving to be the beacon of logic that might prevent her son from plummeting into the abyss. 
  Together, they paint a vivid portrait of the modern challenges surrounding mental health, seen through the filters of uncertainty and shades of gray. Yet, "The Cliffs of Schizophrenia" is not merely a tale of struggle; it is a testament to resilience and the enduring hope for a brighter future. For those bound by this brain disease or standing steadfast as loving caregivers, this book is an indispensable bedside companion—a source of comfort and a reminder that you are never alone.

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  Black Fat Femme - Revealing the...

  Ed.D. Jonathan P. Higgins,...

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  A celebration of (and how to find your own) queer intersectional identity through the lens of media 
    
  In Black. Fat. Femme.: Revealing the Power of Visibly Queer Voices in Media and Learning to Love Yourself, educator and media critic Dr. Jonathan P. Higgins―aka Doctor Jon Paul―delivers an honest and extraordinary new take on how the author, and other Black Fat Femmes like them, have come to find and understand their identity. 
    
  You'll learn about how standing at the intersection of multiple identities, communities, and causes shapes people and how they see the world. You'll also discover how public figures like Andre Leon Talley and Latrice Royale have helped people learn who they are and what is possible in life. 
    
  Inside the book: 
    
  • An examination of the importance of real representation in the media for marginalized people 
  • Discussions of the pioneers who fought so hard to be authentically who they are, both onscreen and off 
  • Explorations of how and why Black Fat Femme people have been left out and erased from LGBTQ+ conversations 
    
  Perfect for anyone with an interest in unique voices and truly singular perspectives, Black. Fat. Femme. is a one-of-a-kind book that will help you see the world with entirely new eyes.

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  How to Survive in Tudor England

  Toni Mount

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  Embark on a journey to Tudor England with this self-help guide that offers engaging tips and insights for navigating the challenges of the sixteenth century.Imagine you were transported back in time to Tudor England and had to start a new life there, without smartphones, internet, or social media. When transport means walking or, if you're lucky, horseback, how will you know where you are or where to go? Where will you live and where will you work? What will you eat and what shall you wear? And who can you turn to if you fall ill or are mugged in the street, or God forbid if you upset the king? In a period when execution by beheading was the fate of thousands, how can you keep your head in Tudor England?All these questions and many more are answered in this guidebook for time-travellers. A handy self-help guide with tips and suggestions to make your visit to the sixteenth century much more fun, this lively and engaging book will help the listener deal with the new experiences they may encounter and the problems that might occur.Enjoy interviews with the celebrities of the day, and learn some new words to set the mood for your time-travelling adventure.

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  Show Don't Tell

  Sandra Gerth

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  Show, don't tell is probably the single most-important piece of advice given to writers. But many writers struggle to understand this powerful principle or have difficulty applying it to their own work. Even experienced authors sometimes don't grasp the finer nuances of showing and telling. 
   
   
   
  In this book, Sandra Gerth draws on her experience as an editor and a best-selling author to show you how to show and tell you when to tell. 
   
   
   
  Each chapter includes concrete examples and exercises that will hone your writing skills. 
   
   
   
  Whether you're a novice writer working on your first story or an established author who has already learned the basics of showing and telling, this book will help you to: 
   
   
   
  ● Grasp the difference between showing and telling. 
   
   
   
  ● Understand why showing is such a powerful tool. 
   
   
   
  ● Spot telling in your own manuscript.

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  Russian History: From Russian...

  HISTORY FOREVER

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  3 BOOKS IN 1!Book 1 - The History Of Russia: The Rise And Fall Of Soviet Communism: Russian History Of The Tsars, Lenin And The Bolsheviks, Stalin & The Russian RevolutionBook 2 - Soviet Union: Russian History Of The Tsars And The Collapse Of The Ussr After World War 2Book 3 - Russia Ukraine War 2022: Putin's Invasion Of Ukraine: History Of Russia-Ukraine Relations And The Russia's War On Ukraine

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  In the Shadows - The...

  Michael Ashcroft

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  Winner of the Best Non-Fiction by a Parliamentarian category at the Parliamentary Book Awards 2023
  With a Foreword by Lord Hague of Richmond
  The Intelligence Corps is one of the smallest and most secretive elements of the British Army. It has existed in various guises since the early twentieth century, but it was only formally constituted in July 1940. In this book, Michael Ashcroft tells the astonishing stories of some of its most courageous and ingenious figures, who have operated all over the world from the First World War to the present day.
  Whether carrying out surveillance work on the street, monitoring and analysing communications, working on overseas stakeouts, receiving classified information from a well-placed contact or interrogating the enemy in the heat of war, a hugely diverse range of people have served in the Corps, often supplementing their individual professional skills with original thinking and leadership in the name of the Crown. This book pays tribute to them and shows why, in the words of the 1st Duke of Marlborough, 'No war can be conducted successfully without early and good intelligence.'

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