Tradutor William Whiston
Editora: e-artnow
In The Wars of the Jews Flavius Josephus conveys significant understanding of the first Jewish Roman War, along with the upheavals that ensued afterwards.
Should prisons attempt reform and uplift inmates or, by means of principled punishment, deter them from further wrongdoing? This debate has raged in Western Europe and in the United States at least since the late eighteenth century. Joseph F. Spillane examines the failure of progressive reform in New York State by focusing on Coxsackie, a New Deal reformatory built for young male offenders. Opened in 1935 to serve "adolescents adrift," Coxsackie instead became an unstable and brutalizing prison. From the start, the liberal impulse underpinning the prison's mission was overwhelmed by challenges it was unequipped or unwilling to face—drugs, gangs, and racial conflict.Spillane draws on detailed prison records to reconstruct a life behind bars in which "ungovernable" young men posed constant challenges to racial and cultural order. The New Deal order of the prison was unstable from the start; the politics of punishment quickly became the politics of race and social exclusion, and efforts to save liberal reform in postwar New York only deepened its failures. In 1977, inmates took hostages to focus attention on their grievances. The result was stricter discipline and an end to any pretense that Coxsackie was a reform institution.Why did the prison fail? For answers, Spillane immerses readers in the changing culture and racial makeup of the U.S. prison system and borrows from studies of colonial prisons, which emblematized efforts by an exploitative regime to impose cultural and racial restraint on others.In today's era of mass incarceration, prisons have become conflict-ridden warehouses and powerful symbols of racism and inequality. This account challenges the conventional wisdom that America's prison crisis is of comparatively recent vintage, showing instead how a racial and punitive system of control emerged from the ashes of a progressive ideal.Ver livro
Jewish artistic expression has evolved over centuries, shaped by religious traditions, historical experiences, and cultural exchanges. From ancient biblical times to the modern era, Jewish creativity has flourished in music, literature, and visual arts, reflecting both continuity and adaptation. Despite periods of persecution and displacement, Jewish artists have found ways to preserve and redefine their cultural identity, using art as a means of storytelling, worship, and resistance. Religious tradition has played a central role in shaping Jewish artistic expression. In early Jewish history, art was often intertwined with religious observance, as seen in the intricate designs of synagogues, illuminated manuscripts, and Torah decorations. The prohibition against graven images, derived from the Second Commandment, led to a focus on symbolic and abstract representation rather than figurative depictions. This influenced the development of decorative arts, such as calligraphy, textiles, and ritual objects, which incorporated elaborate geometric patterns and Hebrew inscriptions. Music also became an integral part of worship, with ancient melodies passed down through generations in synagogue chanting and liturgical songs. The Jewish diaspora further enriched artistic traditions by exposing Jewish communities to diverse cultural influences. As Jews migrated across different regions, they absorbed elements from the surrounding societies while maintaining distinct artistic styles. In medieval Europe, Jewish scholars and poets contributed to the Golden Age of Hebrew literature, particularly in Spain, where they engaged with Islamic and Christian intellectual traditions. In Eastern Europe, Yiddish theater and folk music flourished, blending local influences with Jewish themes. Meanwhile, in the Middle East and North Africa, Jewish artisans adapted their crafts to fit regional aesthetics while preserving religious symbolism.Ver livro
If you grew up before the neurodiversity movement, chances are you were taught at an early age that your autistic traits were "wrong" or "bad." Whether it was stimming, difficulties with making small talk, avoiding eye contact, sensitivities to loud sounds or certain textures, or even talking passionately about the things you care about—somewhere along the way you learned to mask these aspects of yourself to better fit in, avoid bullying from other kids, and in some cases to even gain the love of your own parents. The problem is that, over time, masking can lead to higher levels of stress, burnout, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and depression. So how can you be your authentic self and still succeed and thrive in a neurotypical world? Written by a therapist who is actually autistic, this neurodiversity-affirming workbook offers skills to help you cultivate self-acceptance, manage intense emotions, and be your own advocate when needed. You'll take a good look at the situations or people that caused you to mask in the first place. You don't have to mask, hide, or camouflage any longer. Let this workbook guide you on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. You are worthy of it. And you deserve it.Ver livro
Jacques Lacan is now regarded as a major psychoanalytical theorist alongside Freud and Jung, although recognition has been delayed by fierce arguments over his ideas. Written by a leading Lacanian analyst, "Introducing Lacan" guides the reader through his innovations, including his work on paranoia, his addition of structural linguistics to Freudianism and his ideas on the infant 'mirror phase'. It also traces Lacan's influence in postmodern critical thinking on art, literature, philosophy and feminism. This is the ideal introduction for anyone intrigued by Lacan's ideas but discouraged by the complexity of his writings.Ver livro
This audiobook has been recorded using Text to speech (TTS). For thousands of years mankind has sought out the mythical substance we now call the Elixir of Life. The tablet, pill, fluid or even spiritual concept that will enable us to live forever. From ancient Egypt to medieval Europe, great civilizations have secretly worked tirelessly to discover the power of nature. To alter God's predestined human life span and unlock the mysteries of life eternal. Along the way there have been many false claims and foolish ideas. But one secret remained hidden. Locked away in a belief system now lost to us and hidden by a jealous Church. The secret of the Elixir of Life was discovered. A substance that protected mankind from illness and extended his life. A natural poison that was also a natural cure. We shall discover the secret locked away in the mythology of the ancient worship of the serpent. It will reveal to us the truth behind the Holy Grail and the Philosophers Stone. And now, with modern science we will see the wonder of our ancestors and their amazing discovery of the Elixir of Life.Ver livro
There is a massive amount of shame that comes with negative thinking. You blame yourself for the intrusive thoughts that blindside you. You feel guilty for not being more optimistic. It’s time to stop. Negative thinking isn’t as simple as looking at the glass half empty. It is a debilitating mindset that seeps into every area of your life. Negative thinking happens automatically – it’s not your fault. You tell yourself that today will be a better day, but your brain tells you the opposite, and you slip back into old negative habits. But that doesn’t mean that negative thinking is something you can’t control. The brain is indeed negatively biased. However, science has confirmed that you can rewire the way you think. And you can start doing this today! In How to Stop Negative Thinking, here is just a fraction of what you will discover: How to overcome every type of negative thinking from intrusive thoughts to rumination in 7 simple stepsSimple, effective strategies with practice exercises that will help you overcome the negative thought patterns that prevent you from leading the life you want3 crucial tools you can use to pinpoint the roots of your negative thinkingHow to put a stop to toxic behavior, passive aggression, and toxic positivity and protect your new mindsetHow mental health issues don’t have to define who you are or stop you from experiencing joyHow to love and accept yourself despite your negative thinking – discover why this is crucial to kickstart your journey towards a happier person Just by reading this, you have taken control and decided to change. Now all that’s missing is the final step. Get ready to take the next step towards a more positive life!Ver livro
