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  X-Rays - A Graphic History

  Rachael L. Thomas

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  With X-rays, doctors detect problems human eyes can't see. X-rays are a form of invisible radiation. This powerful medical technology helps experts look inside the body and even treat illnesses. But early on, X-rays caused harm too, as people used them without enough protection.
  
  This graphic history covers the discovery of X-rays, the development of safety standards, and the rise of more powerful and precise X-ray machines. Find out how modern doctors create digital images of the inner body—even 3D images of our brains!

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  Pinocchio

  Carlo Collodi

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  The Adventures of Pinocchio, i.e. "The Adventures of Pinocchio. Story of a Puppet"), commonly shortened to Pinocchio, is an 1883 children's fantasy novel by Italian author Carlo Collodi. It is about the mischievous adventures of an animated marionette named Pinocchio and his creator and father figure, a poor woodcarver named Geppetto.The story was originally published in serial form as The Story of a Puppet (Italian: La storia di un burattino) in the Giornale per i bambini, one of the earliest Italian weekly magazines for children, starting from 7 July 1881. The story stopped after nearly 4 months and 8 episodes at Chapter 15, but by popular demand from readers, the episodes were resumed on 16 February 1882. In February 1883, the story was published in a single book. Since then, Pinocchio has been one of the most popular children's books and been critically acclaimed.A universal icon and a metaphor of the human condition, the book is considered a canonical piece of children's literature and has had great impact on world culture. Philosopher Benedetto Croce considered it one of the greatest works of Italian literature. Since its first publication, it has inspired many works of fiction, such as Walt Disney's animated version, and commonplace ideas such as a liar's long nose..

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  The Works of Edgar Allan Poe

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  Immerse yourself in the captivating and macabre world of Edgar Allan Poe with "The Works of Edgar Allan Poe." This comprehensive collection brings together Poe's renowned tales of horror, mystery, and the supernatural, showcasing his unparalleled storytelling and mastery of the written word. From the eerie madness of "The Tell-Tale Heart" to the gothic romance of "The Fall of the House of Usher," each story offers a mesmerizing journey into the depths of human emotions and the darker aspects of the human psyche. With Poe's evocative language, atmospheric settings, and haunting themes, this audiobook will transport you to a realm of chilling suspense and unforgettable literary genius.

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  Metamorphosi: Ante Bellum

  Anekom Akekam

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  Metamorphosi: The Revelations of the Wholvien. 
  In 1347, a foraging scout loyal to Chief Otonwa of the Chitimacha, makes a  
  monstrous, world changing discovery in the forests.   
  Elyon Maktub answers the call…. 
  Meta: Meta comes from the Greek prefix and preposition meta, which means “after” or  
  “beyond.” When combined with words in English, meta- often signifies “change” or  
  “alteration” as in the words metamorphic or metabolic, pertaining or occupying two  
  positions. 
  morphosis [ môr-fō ′ sĭs] n. pl. mor•pho•ses (-sēz) The manner in which an organism or any  
  of its parts changes form or undergoes development. 
  Wholvien: [wulv-een] n. The evolved phonetic is believed to come from “Vrika,” in Sanskrit  
  to tear, and “Manu,” - man, which when combined signifies the tearer of men, to cut asunder.

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  Anger - The Adventures of Fenek

  Magdalena Gruca

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  Can you get angry? Can you hide anger in a drawer? Is Fenek’s dad wicked or angry? Take a look inside the book, and together with Fenek look for the answers to these hard questions!Thanks to this book, your child will:learn about a new emotion: anger;understand that getting angry is something perfectly natural, and it is nothing bad;learn about the good ways of handling anger;understand which ways of dealing with anger are inappropriate.The Adventures of Fenek - Books for younger children 
  Thematic series that respond to the needs of pre-school and kindergarten teachers, parents, and psychologists. 20-page brochures are published in series of four books each, and they are all thematically related.

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  How to Win the War on Truth - An...

  Samuel C. Spitale

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  Made to Stick by Chip Heath meets Thing Explainer by Randall Munroe in this guide to navigating today's post-truth landscape, filled with examples of modern-day propaganda campaigns. 
   
   
    
  We're bombarded with information like never before. Some of it's true, some of it's spin, and some of it's flat-out fake news. And that's by design. Propaganda helps governments and corporations sell us products, lifestyles, and ideas. Sometimes the agenda is harmless, but other times it's destructive, and it's not always easy to spot the difference. 
   
   
   
  Whether you want to be informed on the issues or debunk misinformation wherever you encounter it, How to Win the War on Truth is here to help. You'll learn: the history of propaganda, from Edward Bernays to Fox News; why simple messages are so powerful; who profits from propaganda; how propaganda is manufactured and delivered directly to you; and how to find the truth for yourself. 
   
   
   
  Filled with real-world examples of propaganda in all its forms, How to Win the War on Truth will help you see the world with clear eyes for the first time. Because when it comes to preserving democracy and fighting for our rights, it's essential that we do.

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