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  Flying to Extremes

  Dominique Prinet

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  Recalling some of the most memorable escapades ever conducted in the Canadian Arctic with bush planes, Flying to Extremes takes place in the late ’60s and early ’70s from a base at Yellowknife, in the heart of the Northwest Territories.Beyond recounting so many near-mishaps, this book is also about colourful people: the trappers, prospectors, miners, adventurers and gold-ingot thieves who constituted the fauna at the main bar in Yellowknife in those days. For Arctic dreamers, there was always the flight to the Nahanni River, with its Deadman’s Valley, hot springs, tales of lost or dead prospectors, the many airplanes crashed in pursuit of gold, and much more Nahanni lore.This entertaining book recollects Prinet’s adventures as a young man while capturing the humour, beauty, danger and unique culture of northern communities, in the dramatic landscape of the Canadian Arctic. Readers familiar with the region and those who can only dream of visiting it will both find this title a nostalgic and captivating read.

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  Tairona Civilization - The...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Tairona civilization emerged in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, a mountainous region in present-day northern Colombia. This environment, with its dense forests, rivers, and proximity to the Caribbean coast, provided the resources necessary for the development of a complex society. The origins of the Tairona can be traced back to around 200 CE, when early communities began establishing settlements in the highlands and along the coast. These groups developed distinct cultural traditions that set them apart from other indigenous societies in the region. 
  Archaeological evidence suggests that the Tairona were part of the broader Chibchan linguistic and cultural family, which included other groups in Central America and northern South America. Their language and customs connected them to a vast network of indigenous peoples, yet they developed a unique identity characterized by their architectural achievements, goldsmithing skills, and intricate social structures. Unlike nomadic tribes, the Tairona built permanent settlements that evolved into thriving city-states. These cities were connected by a network of stone-paved roads, stairways, and terraces, showcasing an advanced understanding of engineering and urban planning. 
  The natural landscape played a crucial role in shaping the early Tairona civilization. The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta provided fertile land for agriculture, allowing them to cultivate maize, beans, and cassava. The coastal regions, on the other hand, gave them access to an abundance of marine resources, including fish and shellfish. This diversity of food sources enabled population growth and the expansion of settlements. Over time, the Tairona developed irrigation systems and terraced farming techniques to maximize agricultural production, ensuring food security for their communities.

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  Atlantis; The Antediluvian World

  Ignatius Donnelly

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  Atlantis: The Antediluvian World explores the mysteries and possibilities of a lost civilization that may have shaped ancient history. Originally written by Ignatius Donnelly, this groundbreaking work pieces together mythological, geological, and historical clues that suggest Atlantis was once a thriving, technologically advanced society destroyed by a cataclysm. Through compelling arguments and fascinating insights, Donnelly's work has inspired generations to question what we know about human history and what might lie hidden beneath the waves. 
  Perfect for anyone with an interest in ancient mysteries, lost civilizations, and alternative histories, Atlantis: The Antediluvian World challenges us to reconsider humanity's origins and ponder what forgotten knowledge might still influence our present.

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  Being the Change - A Guide for...

  PhD Dara G. Friedman-Wheeler,...

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  Being the Change is written for activists who work in organizations with social missions, and those who are involved in social change outside of their jobs. This book is a practical guide that helps listeners maintain and enhance their ability to be effective agents of change. 
   
   
   
  You can't take care of the world without taking care of yourself. Although therapy can often help alleviate anxiety or depression, activists can also apply therapy-based strategies as part of their self-care. This book provides empirically supported strategies from cognitive behavior therapies and other psychological interventions for coping with the challenges of difficult, yet meaningful work. 
   
   
   
  Listeners will learn how to clarify their values, identify their strengths, manage their emotions and relationships, and incorporate self-care as part of their personal and professional development. A rich catalog of case examples, exercises, and actionable ideas make this book a comprehensive toolkit for people who want to take their social engagement to the next level in a healthy and productive way.

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  The Neurotic Character -...

  Alfred Adler

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  As the 20th century drew to a close, the Austrian psychologist Alfred Adler (1870-1937) was perhaps the least known of the prominent figures of his time - in particular Sigmund Freud and Carl Gustav Jung - and yet he continues to be a figure of influence in the 21st century. His school of ‘individual psychology’ involved a holistic approach to the study of the individual, with a key focus on the way each person viewed the world, especially regarding their concerns of inferiority. This applied to both men and women in their different ways. The Neurotic Character is, as the editor of this modern translation states, 'Adler’s magnum opus - complex, profound and brilliant in its crystallised capture of the human soul gone astray.' 
   
  Written in 1911, Adler continued to expand and develop his ideas over the following decades as he assimilated experience gained from his practice. It opens with the Theoretical Part, in which he introduces ‘The Origin and Development of the Inferiority Feeling and Its Effects', as well as ‘Psychic Compensation and Its Preparation’ and ‘The Accentuated Fiction as Guiding Idea in the Neurosis’. 
   
  The second, major part of his work follows - the Practical Part. In this, Adler examines a wide range of issues, from ‘Greed and Distrust’, to the sexual causes and effects of inferiority. In the succeeding sections, he considers how suppressing everyday feelings and habits experienced by men and women in the course of their lives - issues such as impatience and dissatisfaction, cruelty, self-reproach - can all have profound effects on the individual. 
   
  The writing is clear and supported by case studies providing a strong perspective of reality. It is not surprising that, as a result, it can be seen how strongly Adlerian ideas and views have influenced the practice of psychotherapy today. And that for all the apparent dominance of Freudian and Jungian doctrine in psychological and academic circles, the work of Alfred Adler should not be underestimated. This recording presents the new translation of The Neurotic Character, commissioned and edited by the Adlerian psychotherapist, Henry Stein, who provides a useful appendix - an introduction to classical Adlerian theory and practice.

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  Emotional Abuse - How to Deal...

  Mandy Womack

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  Book 1: In toxic relationships, it’s all about control. There are many people who find themselves in a toxic relationship, but they don’t realize that they are in one, or they don’t know how to get out of it. This book gives solutions for those who are eager, curious, or simply desperate. Help yourself or another who struggles with an unhealthy relationship or manipulative person in his or her life. 
  Book 2: You might know someone who is in a relationship with someone who is emotionally abusive, or you might be in a relationship with someone like that yourself. Or perhaps you don’t know how to recognize it and are curious how you can recognize the signs. Whichever the reason, you have come to the right address. 
  Book 3: Since it is all over the media and the horrific stories echo through our empathetic ears, it is almost mandatory for any caring civilian in society to understand at least some basics when it comes to sexual abuse. The facts are out there, and it is really happening to people in secret and sometimes without hiding anything. In this book, you will learn to grasp the reality of this sad phenomenon in society. 
  Book 4: Some of us may have been through it, and others have seen it in other people’s homes. Domestic violence is a serious problem. The stats don’t lie, but they aren’t completely accurate either. They reveal the victims who speak up, but not the ones who stay silent. If you are wondering what is involved in domestic violence, what to do, and how to recognize it, then you’ve come to the right place. 
  Book 5: In this elaborate study, the specific issues that relate to suicidal tendencies are addressed. Causes and consequences come to light, and comparisons are made between countries, individuals, and triggers that influence a person in a depressive state to contemplate the unthinkable. 
    
  And much more!

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