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  The Secrets of Alchemy

  Lawrence M. Principe

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  In The Secrets of Alchemy, Lawrence M. Principe, one of the world's leading authorities on the subject, brings alchemy out of the shadows and restores it to its important place in human history and culture. By surveying what alchemy was and how it began, developed, and overlapped with a range of ideas and pursuits, Principe illuminates the practice. He vividly depicts the place of alchemy during its heyday in early modern Europe, and then explores how alchemy has fit into wider views of the cosmos and humanity, touching on its enduring place in literature, fine art, theater, and religion as well as its recent acceptance as a serious subject of study for historians of science. In addition, he introduces the listener to some of the most fascinating alchemists, such as Zosimos and Basil Valentine, whose lives dot alchemy's long reign from the third century and to the present day. Through his exploration of alchemists and their times, Principe pieces together closely guarded clues from obscure and fragmented texts to reveal alchemy's secrets, and—most exciting for budding alchemists—uses them to recreate many of the most famous recipes in his lab, including those for the "glass of antimony" and "philosophers' tree." This unique approach brings the listener closer to the actual work of alchemy than any other book.

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  Protagoras

  Plato

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  "Protagoras" is a dialogue by Plato, believed to have been written in the 4th century BCE. The dialogue centers around the character of Protagoras, a renowned sophist who claims to be able to teach virtue and excellence to others. Socrates, the main character and interlocutor in the dialogue, engages with Protagoras and his followers, challenging their ideas and methods. Throughout the dialogue, Protagoras and his followers argue that virtue can be taught and that all knowledge is relative to the individual. They use a variety of rhetorical techniques and arguments to defend their position, including the famous statement, "man is the measure of all things." Socrates, however, challenges their ideas, arguing that virtue cannot be taught and that there must be some objective standard of knowledge and truth. Read in English, unabridged.

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  Resilient Journey: Surviving...

  Reed Tennyson

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  Resilient Journey: Surviving Against All Odds in Auschwitz 
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  Life Skills for Success: Health...

  David Tobin

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  Life Skills for Success: Health & Wellness is your practical guide to building a healthier, more balanced life—physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Learn how to eat well, reduce stress, improve sleep, boost resilience, and build stronger relationships with clear, actionable tips. Whether you're a student, professional, or anyone seeking personal growth, this audiobook empowers you to take control of your well-being and unlock lasting success. 
  Note: This audiobook is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical or psychological advice.

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  Code Book The: Book Summary &...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Code Book, by Simon Singh.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Simon Singh.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  Unravel the mysteries of secret communication in this captivating exploration of cryptography. This book takes readers on a journey through the history of codes and ciphers, from ancient times to modern-day encryption technologies. With stories of intrigue, espionage, and groundbreaking discoveries, it highlights the pivotal role cryptography has played in shaping the course of history. Accessible and engaging, this book makes complex topics understandable, blending science, history, and detective work into an enthralling narrative.

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  Balance - How It Works and What...

  Paul Thagard

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  Living is a balancing act. Ordinary activities like walking, running, or riding a bike require the brain to keep the body in balance. A dancer’s poised elegance and a tightrope walker’s breathtaking performance are feats of balance. Language abounds with expressions and figures of speech that invoke balance. People fret over work-life balance or try to eat a balanced diet. The concept crops up from politics—checks and balances, the balance of power, balanced budgets—to science, in which ideas of equilibrium are crucial. Why is balance so fundamental, and how do physical and metaphorical balance shed light on each other? 
   
  Paul Thagard explores the physiological workings and metaphorical resonance of balance in the brain, the body, and society. He describes the neural mechanisms that keep bodies balanced and explains why their failures can result in nausea, falls, or vertigo. Thagard connects bodily balance with leading ideas in neuroscience, including the nature of consciousness. He analyzes balance metaphors across science, medicine, economics, the arts, and philosophy, showing why some aid understanding but others are misleading or harmful. Thagard contends that balance is ultimately a matter of making sense of the world. In both literal and metaphorical senses, balance is what enables people to solve the puzzles of life by turning sensory signals or an incongruous comparison into a coherent whole. 
   
  Bridging philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience, Balance shows how an unheralded concept’s many meanings illuminate the human condition.

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