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  Socially Psyched: A Short Book...

  Bo Bennett PhD

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  This is a collection of what I feel are some of the most important social/cognitive psychology experiments, studies, demonstrations, biases, and systematic reviews, presented in an entertaining way while adhering to academic standards. 
   
  I have always been fascinated by how our behaviors, cognition (thoughts), and affect (how we feel) are greatly dependent upon our social environment and our imperfect brains. I find it fascinating--perhaps because I am an American who was raised in the typical American cultural environment where I learned that what we consider "the self" consists of some magic "soul" that defines who we are—our behaviors (including choices and decisions), our cognition (including thoughts and beliefs), and our feelings. This could not be further from the truth. "We" are a result of an often incomprehensible interaction between biology and environment where some traits are more greatly influenced by social factors than others. Who we are is a result of social forces—the influence of other people and the human-created systems in which we operate. We can ignore this fact, maintain an illusion of control, or face reality and learn how to navigate this world and come out on top—personally, professionally, and financially. I choose the latter. 
   
  My name is Bo Bennett, and I hold a PhD in social psychology with a passion for this subject. While this book is not about me, my interpretations and commentary do make up most of the sections of each entry based on the content written by the original authors of the research or other sources—each of which will be cited when used. 
  Enjoy this short book! 
   
  Bo Bennett, PhD

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  Modern Discovery of Australia...

  Editors Charles River

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  A land of almost 3 million square miles has lain since time immemorial on the southern flank of the planet, so isolated that it remained entirely outside of European knowledge until 1770. However, the first human footprints on this vast territory were felt 70,000 years earlier, as people began to cross the periodic land bridges and the short sea crossings from Southeast Asia. 
  By the mid-17th century, the existence of a land in the south referred to as Terra Australis was generally known and understood by the Europeans, and incrementally, its shores were observed and mapped. Van Diemen’s Land, an island off the south coast of Australia now called Tasmania, was identified in 1642 by Dutch mariner Abel Tasman, and a few months later, the intrepid Dutchman would add New Zealand to the map of the known world. 
  At the time, the English were the greatest naval power in Europe, but they arrived on the scene rather later. The first to appear was William Dampier, captain of the HMS Roebuck, in 1699, after he had been granted a Royal Commission by King William III to explore the east coast of New Holland. By then, the general global balance of power was shifting, and with the English gaining a solid foothold in India, their supremacy in the Indian Ocean trade zone began. The Dutch, once predominant in the region, began slowly to lose ground, slipping out of contention as a major global trading power. So too were the Portuguese, also once dominant in the region. It was now just the French and the English who were facing one another down in a quest to dominate the world, but their imperial interests were focused mainly in India and the East Indies, as well as the Caribbean and the Americas. As a result, the potential of a vast, practically uninhabited great southern continent did not yet hold much interest. By then the world was largely mapped, with just regions such as the Arctic Archipelago and the two poles remaining terra incognita.

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  Claimed by the Minotaur (Gay...

  Archer Vale

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  To escape this dark world, I must resist the temptations of the labyrinth. 
  They brought a “cursed” board game to the Halloween party. I didn’t believe it. I laughed and made jokes while we played. 
  I made it angry. 
  Now I’m trapped in an underground labyrinth. Stalked by the minotaur, I flee for my life. It wants to capture me. It wants to keep me as its pet—its servant. 
  And the labyrinth…it’s trying to seduce me. Strange smells…strange statues… 
  My body is morphing. My mind is crumbling. I’ll never be able to leave this sick, beautiful dungeon. 
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  The Twilight of the Idols

  Friedrich Nietzsche

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  In this book, Nietzsche examines and critiques many of the prominent ideas and figures of his time, including morality, religion, and philosophy itself. Nietzsche argues that traditional moral concepts, such as good and evil, are based on outdated and irrational beliefs that hinder the individual's pursuit of a fulfilling life. He also criticizes Christianity and its values, claiming that they are hostile to life and undermine individual freedom. Furthermore, Nietzsche criticizes the philosophical traditions of the past, including Platonism and Kantianism, for their limitations and inability to provide a meaningful framework for life. Instead, Nietzsche proposes a new philosophy, which he calls "the philosophy of the future," that embraces life's complexity and encourages the individual to create their own values. Read in English, unabridged.

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  Learn French - Level 3: Lower...

  Innovative Language Learning, ...

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  Had some experience in French? Up the challenge with Lower Beginner!
   
  Welcome to Lower Beginner French, Volume 1
   
  
   
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  - 25 French lessons: dialog transcripts with translation, vocabulary, sample sentences and a grammar section
   
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  Russian History Through the Ages...

  History Retold

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  Finally! Your Gateway into Russia's Extraordinary Past. 
  Prepare to embark on a captivating journey through the pages of "Russian History Through the Ages: Early History and the Creation of Russia". This is the first book in our Captivating Russian History series. It invites you to explore the remarkable origins of a nation that would go on to play a defining role in world history. 
  Delve into the mysterious world of ancient Rus, a land where Slavic tribes, Varangian traders, and fierce Khazars clashed, ultimately giving birth to the first foundations of Russian statehood. You'll learn how the legendary Rurik, a Varangian chieftain, established a dynasty that would endure for centuries. 
  You'll see how the adoption of Christianity under Prince Vladimir the Great transformed Russian society, shaping its art, architecture, and identity. 
  This book tells the story of Russia's birth, a tale of struggle, conquest, and ingenuity. This comprehensive account brings the distant past to life, painting a vivid picture of a time when heroes and legends walked the earth. 
  Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about Russia's rich cultural heritage, this book is the perfect introduction to a captivating historical tapestry. Don't miss your chance to embark on an unforgettable adventure through Russia's fascinating early history. 
  Order your copy today, and let your journey into the heart of Russia's past begin.

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