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The Door in the Wall And Other Stories H. G. Wells - THE DOOR IN THE WALL is the story of a promising public figure used up by his job and obsessed by a vision of an enchanted garden he had known as a child. It is a tale all of us know, the attempt to recover a period when our lives were simpler and complications lay far in the future.
Transformative Experience by L.A. Paul challenges the foundations of how we make life's biggest decisions. From becoming a parent to changing careers—or even becoming a vampire in a thought experiment—some choices don’t just alter your circumstances; they change you. Paul introduces the concept of transformative experiences—decisions that are both epistemically transformative (you can’t know what they’re like until you live them) and personally transformative (they change your core values, preferences, or identity). Traditional models of rational decision-making assume we can evaluate outcomes based on what we currently value. But what happens when the experience itself reshapes those values? If you can't imagine what the future will feel like, or if your future self values different things, how can you make a rational choice now? Blending vivid examples, from parenthood to philosophical thought experiments, Paul explores the limits of foresight, the nature of self, and how we might embrace decision-making not as prediction—but as discovery. Transformative Experience is a groundbreaking work that forces us to rethink autonomy, authenticity, and the very meaning of rational choice.Show book
This is a book with 6 different titles, all related to Great Britain and its history. The titles are the following: Partition of Ireland The Irish Potato Famine Ghosts of Scotland Scottish History Wars of Scottish Independence William WallaceShow book
In the intricate tapestry of our modern world, where the digital and the human are woven ever more tightly, a profound new framework has emerged to illuminate the nexus of our existence. This is the realm of the Antheoze Theory, a radical departure from traditional thought that dares to place the subjective, the embodied, and the spiritual at the very heart of our understanding. It is a theory born not from the cold, objective analysis of data, but from a deep, empathetic engagement with lived experience. As we stand at the precipice of an increasingly complex technological landscape, the Antheoze Theory offers a vital compass, guiding us to look inward and to consider the ethical and existential implications of our digital lives. It challenges us to move beyond the superficial and to explore the hidden depths of our relationship with technology, and in doing so, to redefine what it means to be human in the digital age. This is not merely an academic exercise; it is a call to consciousness, a plea for a more humane and meaningful future.Show book
From the humble beginnings of a frontier army camp, Fort Worth transformed into a city as cattle drives, railroads, oil, and national defense drove its economy. During the tremendous growth, the landscape and cultural imprint of the city changed drastically, and much of Cowtown was lost to history. Witness the birth of western swing music and the death of a cloud dancer. See mansions of the well-heeled and saloons of the well-armed. Meet two gunfighters, one flamboyant preacher, one serial killer and one very short subway carrying passengers back in time to discover more of Fort Worth. Author Mike Nichols presents a colorful history tour from the North Side to the South Side's Battle of Buttermilk Junction.Show book
Before 2016, JD Vance was completely unknown to the American public. He had a compelling life story: A poor kid from a dysfunctional family in Middletown, Ohio, encouraged by the loving support of his grandmother and a handful of others within his family and community. He rose from a broken home and a broken community, joined the Marines, went to Yale Law School, and ended up an elite lawyer working in Silicon Valley with some of the richest and smartest people in the world. Now, Vance is one of the most powerful and influential Republicans in the country. But unlike many politicians, Vance is a public intellectual. Years before he ran for public office, Vance was a prolific thinker, writer, and speaker, grappling with some of the most important issues that face the Republican Party and the nation today. Vance has a solid grip on where the Republican Party has come from and where it is heading. He sees the various factions and coalitions that make up the Party and understands them deeply. As the Republican Party works to adapt to the political changes initiated by Trump to truly become the profamily and pro-worker Party of the American middle class, Vance stands alone as the most knowledgeable and capable politician to bring the Republican Party—and the nation—into the post-Donald Trump world.Show book
Trading Psychology For Dummies helps you develop the mindset you need to respond correctly in any market condition. Make more money on your trades as you develop mental strength, act confidently, and avoid the typical mistakes traders make when they don't understand their own minds. This book is for traders with any portfolio size and any risk tolerance. With the clear, easy approach that has made Dummies investing books so wildly popular, you can take your trading skills to the next level. When you stop underestimating how much your psychology governs your returns, you'll discover ways to tweak your own thought process for better trading results. ● Learn how human psychology influences decision making in financial markets ● Discover advice and techniques that you can try right away to make more rational trades ● Examine how institutional investors account for market psychology when they predict price movements ● Earn better returns with the perspective of veteran traders who apply psychology-based techniques Trading Psychology For Dummies gives an edge to novice and experienced traders alike. Gain confidence and maintain a flexible and open mind when trading.Show book
