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  Going Back

  Eugene O'Brien

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  Scobie Donoghue was once the king of the weekend. His twenties were spent working hard and playing harder. A lovable rogue, the lads wanted to be him and the girls wanted to be with him.
  But now, about to turn forty and returning to his small midlands hometown, Scobie is back in his childhood bed, single, burnt out and depressed. The life he thought he had left behind has moved on – but has he?
  Going Back, Eugene O'Brien's heartwarming debut novel, continues the story of hit TV series Pure Mule, capturing the whole world in one Irish town: the highs and the lows, from addiction and mental-health issues to love and redemption.
  It will take some time and a lot of soul-searching, but maybe Scobie Donoghue is finally ready to grow up.
  'I was delighted to get reacquainted with Scobie Donoghue. This is a timely book, engaging and entertaining. It lifts the lid on and exposes the underbelly of the disenfranchised in a community that has been pulled apart since the heady days of the Celtic Tiger.' Liz Nugent

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  Shinto - The Indigenous...

  Amman Hirsch

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  Shinto, often referred to as "the way of the gods," is Japan's indigenous spiritual tradition, rich in rituals, beliefs, and practices that have evolved over centuries. Unlike many organized religions, Shinto does not have a single founder or a unified doctrine; instead, it is a diverse amalgamation of ancient animistic beliefs, reverence for nature, and deep respect for ancestral spirits. This uniqueness allows Shinto to seamlessly blend with other spiritual practices, particularly Buddhism, which has coexisted with it for over a millennium. 
  At the heart of Shinto is the concept of kami, the spirits or deities that inhabit all aspects of the natural world. These kami are not limited to grand gods; they can also include the spirits of mountains, rivers, trees, and even objects. This belief fosters a profound connection between individuals and their environment, promoting an ethos of harmony and respect for nature. Rituals and practices in Shinto are designed to honor these kami, ensuring their favor and maintaining the delicate balance between humanity and the natural world. 
  Throughout Japan’s history, Shinto has played a significant role in shaping cultural identity, national consciousness, and social customs. The tradition has influenced art, literature, and festivals, providing a lens through which to understand the values and beliefs of the Japanese people. From the serene beauty of shrine architecture to the vibrant celebrations of seasonal festivals, Shinto permeates daily life and cultural expression. 
  In this book, we will explore the historical development of Shinto, its core beliefs and practices, the significance of kami and rituals, and the interplay between Shinto and other religious traditions.

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  499 Powerful Hypnotic...

  EasyTube Zen Studio

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  2 Books in 1Feminine Positive Affirmations for Black Women 
  Finally Live the Life You’ve Always Dreamed Of and Feel Prepared for Anything Life Throws Your Way - A Positive Affirmation Book for Strong Black Women 
  Remember that you are a strong, beautiful, and powerful woman who can achieve anything you set your mind to! 
  Discover:Affirmations for beyond the surface: Also target areas that most affirmation books seem to forget about — boost your mental health, be in touch with your faith, and take your spirituality to a deeper level.A better understanding of who you are: Distinguish who you are and who you want to be. Embrace your weaknesses and turn them into strengths!Healthy ways to cope with stress: Whether you have workplace, relationship, or sexual problems, find answers and healthy ways to deal with everything that’s going on around you.And more! 
  Spiritual Self-Care for Black WomenHere’s what you’ll find in this life-changing guide:Know yourself: Learn key insights on how you can achieve true self-awareness as it relates to your spirituality using activities that help you proactively tackle mistakes, let go, and build toward a more authentic YOUBuilding up your spiritual energy: Create a life you can be proud of using crucial steps in dealing with problems, harnessing more insights, being more grateful, and more12-Month transformation journal: Get week by week mental, emotional, and physical activities and affirmations that build on your progress as you inch closer toward becoming your best selfAnd so much more!

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  Reports From The First World War...

  Lord Dunsany

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  Includes the collections Nowadays, Tales of War, & Unhappy Far-Off Things The great fantasy writer Lord Dunsany wrote very little in the way of fantasy after the onset of the First World War. This was partly because he was busy, having volunteered in 1915 and becoming a Captain in the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers in Derry. However, the reality of the world bore in on our hero at this time, and it is not difficult to imagine that his heart moved to more serious concerns.Dunsany’s days of high fantasy, it seems, ended with the emergence of civil unrest in his nation. This is why the non-fiction section is included at the end of this collection; while he wrote the odd fantasy work in later years, they were written by a distinctly different man, with a very different life. For a week, he lay in a hospital bed, listening to the sounds of the riots as the British forces became increasingly violent and shelled the centre of Dublin with artillery. His military belt was left in the hospital, and eventually buried with the Nationalist leader Michael Collins.This, it seems, was the trigger for his change of heart, as expressed in ‘Nowadays’, towards poetry as the essence of writing. “In January 1917, under the stimulant of shellfire, I turned to poetry and wrote two poems in Plug-Street Wood”.After initially being refused forward positioning, he eventually served in the trenches. In this time, his literary output was focused on writing propaganda material for the War Office, some of which is collected in the non-fiction section of this volume.

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  The Reconquista - Christian...

  Harris Ropes

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  The Reconquista, meaning "reconquest" in Spanish, refers to the centuries-long struggle by Christian kingdoms to reclaim the Iberian Peninsula from Muslim rule. Its origins trace back to the early 8th century, when the Islamic Umayyad forces crossed the Strait of Gibraltar in 711 and swiftly conquered much of what is now Spain and Portugal. The defeat of the Visigothic King Roderic at the Battle of Guadalete marked the beginning of Muslim dominance in Iberia. Within a few years, nearly the entire peninsula had fallen under Muslim control, becoming part of the vast Umayyad Caliphate. This rapid conquest, however, did not erase the memory of Christian rule, especially in the remote and mountainous regions of the north. 
  In these isolated territories, remnants of the Visigothic nobility and clergy began to organize resistance. The Kingdom of Asturias, founded by Pelayo, a nobleman of likely Visigothic heritage, emerged as the first bastion of Christian defiance. According to tradition, Pelayo’s victory at the Battle of Covadonga in 722 symbolized divine favor and the beginning of a sacred mission to restore Christian rule. Though modest in scope, this victory held immense symbolic weight and inspired future generations to continue the struggle. Over time, Asturias would expand and give rise to other Christian polities such as León and Castile, each taking up the cause of the Reconquista in their own right. 
  The idea of reconquest was not purely political; it was deeply tied to religious identity. The fall of the Visigothic kingdom was viewed by many Christians as a divine punishment for past sins, but it also fostered a sense of purpose and redemption. Reclaiming lost territories became not just a matter of sovereignty but a spiritual imperative. The Christian leaders and their subjects saw themselves as the defenders of the true faith, fighting to restore a sacred order.

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  Drained by the Frat Bully (Gay...

  Archer Vale

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  “I’ll feed your addiction. I’ll make you never want to leave me.” 
  Caleb said he wanted me to help with his new business venture, but I didn’t realize that meant servicing the entire college fraternity through a hole in a curtain. 
  On my knees in a tiny shed, I await my next client, eager to hear his pleasured moans. They don’t know I’m a dude, but that doesn’t matter. They only care about one thing—and I can give it to them. 
  But drinking all this seed is changing me. When I go home after a long shift, I find myself craving more… 
  I’m becoming addicted to frat boys. 
  [This story is inspired by real events. See the Author’s Note at the end.] 
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