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  Old Time Radio: Classic...

  Various Various

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  2 detective classics in 1 amazing bundle! Experience some of the best radio of the twentieth century in this Classic Detective bundle that features Dangerous Assignment and Escape. Dangerous Assignment: Mayala Rubber Dangerous Assignment: New York Nazi Buzz Bomb Plans Dangerous Assignment: London Secret Code Broken Dangerous Assignment: Macau Smuggle Agent Out of Country Dangerous Assignment: Rotterdam War Criminals Dangerous Assignment: Middle East A Tray Full of Dirty Dishes Dangerous Assignment: French Riveria Gocheck Dangerous Assignment: Balkans Outlaw Radio Station Dangerous Assignment: Balkans File Dangerous Assignment: Java Solve Your Own Murder Escape: The Man Who Would Be King Escape: The Diamond as Big as the Ritz Escape: The Fourth Man Escape: Leiningen Versus the Ants Escape: The Country of the Blind Escape: S.S. San Pedro Escape: The Man Who Could Work Miracles Escape: Evening Primrose Escape: Orient Express Escape: The Lost Special

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  Beyond Babylon Resilience in...

  Jason Jansson

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  Preface 
  Welcome to the vibrant, unpredictable world of Slab City California—a place where trials and transformation intersect amidst the desert ruins. In the season of 2024, I embarked on a journey to this otherworldly post-apocalyptic landscape, seeking refuge from the constraints of modern society and discovering profound lessons in resilience and human connection. 
  My experiences in Slab City were nothing short of transformative. What began as a quest for escape evolved into a profound exploration of self-discovery and communal living. Here, amidst the remnants of a forgotten military base, I encountered a community unlike any other—a gathering of souls navigating their own purgatories, seeking solace and renewal in the desert expanse. 
  As you delve into the pages of this book, you'll join me on a journey of personal evolution and collective wisdom. From the vibrant art installations of East Jesus to the camaraderie of the Oasis Club, each encounter in Slab City left an indelible mark on my spirit. The Slabbers I met—resilient, resourceful, and irreverently creative—taught me invaluable lessons about living authentically and embracing the unexpected. 
  Through the trials and tribulations of Slab City, I discovered that true transformation begins with the courage to embrace the unknown and the willingness to connect deeply with others. This book is a testament to the enduring spirit of humanity, a celebration of unconventional living, and a reminder that amidst desolation, hope and community flourish. 
  Join me as we uncover the secrets of Slab City, where the mundane fades away and the extraordinary emerges. May this journey inspire you to seek your own path of authenticity and resilience, wherever your adventures may lead. 
  Let the metamorphosis begin. Jason

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  Easy Oil Painting - Beginner...

  Estelle Day

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  If you've always wanted to try your hand at still life oil painting, this comprehensive guide is the book for you! A complete introduction to oil painting for beginners, award-winning and professional artist, Estelle Day, will walk you through everything you need to know to be successful in small-scale oil painting. Accessible and unintimidating, Easy Steps to Oil Painting focuses on painting small canvases that are no bigger than a 5-inch square so you can worry less about composition and focus more on the actual subject! Learn key painting techniques through 10 step-by-step project tutorials and work with several different shapes, colors, and textures to grow your painting and layering skills! Easy-to-follow instructions, as well as "Trace-This-Linework" sketches, are also included, making this must-have guide a great starting point for beginning artists!

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  Music Therapy - Healing through...

  Kevin Thorley

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  Music has been a part of human culture since the dawn of time. Its rhythms, melodies, and harmonies have not only served as a form of artistic expression but have also played a vital role in rituals, ceremonies, and healing practices across different cultures. This chapter provides an overview of music therapy as a clinical and evidence-based practice, exploring its origins, fundamental principles, and the diverse ways in which it benefits individuals in both physical and mental health settings. 
  Music therapy's roots can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where music was used as a tool for healing and communication. In Greek and Roman cultures, philosophers like Pythagoras and Plato discussed the healing power of music and its influence on emotions and the body. Indigenous cultures worldwide have long used music, drumming, and chanting as part of their spiritual and healing traditions, recognizing its ability to alter states of consciousness and promote well-being. 
    
  The modern field of music therapy emerged in the mid-20th century, following World War II. During this time, musicians began to visit hospitals to play for soldiers suffering from physical and emotional trauma. Observing the profound effects that music had on the soldiers’ recovery, doctors and nurses started to incorporate music into their treatment plans. The positive impact on patients led to the formalization of music therapy as a profession, with the first academic programs and certification processes being established in the 1950s and 1960s.

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  The Ultimate Guide To...

  Steve Nico Williams

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  Want to grasp the full scope of the NFT landscape and its underlying principles? 
  It's possible to make more money with non-fungible tokens than with other coins or cryptocurrencies, but only if you know what you're doing. 
  If you have just heard about non-fungible tokens but know nothing about them, this book will teach you all you need to know to make money with them, achieve financial independence, and completely change your life. 
  By the time you're done with this guide, you'll be familiar with all there is to know about NFTs, from the ground up. This includes the ins and outs of NFTs, as well as how to use a wallet, trade, and store them. 
  By reading this book, you will discover:The concept behind the NFTs is all you need to know about non-fungible tokens, the blockchain, and smart contracts so that you may confidently navigate this exciting new industry.Fundamentals of NFTs, so you will understand the meaning of fungibility, the difference between fungible and non-fungible tokens, also the working process of fungible tokens, and their history of them.NFT & Digital Art will guide you to the worlds of digital arts and how to turn them into NFTs.NFT Marketplaces and Wallets, like OpenSea, Rarible or Nifty Gateway, you will learn about different NFT marketplaces. Wallets for NFTs are also covered in detail.Create, Buy and Sell NFTs, In this section, you will find instructions for making your own NFTs and transferring them to the appropriate location. Where to find them for sale by the artists who make them, how to advertise and market your NFT collection, and how to pick the best venue to sell your NFTs.The Future of NFTs, you will know the hurdles of adapting to the realm of NFTs and what future lies ahead.

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  Renaissance - The European...

  Kelly Mass

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  When we think of the Renaissance, we often think of paintings. And indeed, many painters and sculptors were part of the artistic transformation the Renaissance caused. But there was more. The Renaissance basically formed a period of collective enlightenment and freedoms that put an end to certain tyrannies and false notions from the Middle Ages. 
  The Renaissance is a time in European history marking the shift from the Middle Ages to modernity and covering the 15th and 16th centuries, identified by an effort to restore and exceed ideas and accomplishments of classical antiquity. It happened after the Crisis of the Late Middle Ages and was related to great social change. Aside from the basic periodization, advocates of a "long Renaissance" might put its start in the 14th century and its end in the 17th century. 
  Rather than a few years or specific dates, let’s take a look at what the extensive time period of the Renaissance provided, and what it leaves us with today.

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