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  The Hymns of Hermes

  George Robert Stow Mead

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  The Hymns of Hermes by G. R. S. Mead is a seminal work that offers an invaluable insight into the ancient Greco-Egyptian religious syncretism of the period. Through its examination of Hermetic texts, particularly those found in the Corpus Hermeticum and related works, this seminal work provides astute analysis of the various conceptual threads that coalesced to form a distinct syncretic religious tradition in antiquity. Read in English, unabridged.

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  The End of the Roman Republic

  Editors Charles River

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  Possibly the most important man of antiquity, and even all of history, was Julius Caesar. Alexander Hamilton, the famous American patriot, once remarked that “the greatest man who ever lived was Julius Caesar”. Such a tribute, coming from one of the Founding Fathers of the quintessential modern democracy in reference to a man who destroyed the Roman Republic, is testament to the enduring mark that Caesar left upon the world. The ultimate conqueror, statesman, dictator, visionary, and opportunist, during his time in power Caesar expanded the borders of Rome to almost twice their previous size, revolutionized the infrastructure of the Roman state, and destroyed the Roman Republic for good, leaving a line of emperors in its place. His legacy is so strong that his name has become, in many languages, synonymous with power. 
  	During one of the most turbulent periods in the history of Rome, men like Julius Caesar, Mark Antony, and Octavian participated in two civil wars that would spell the end of the Roman Republic and determine who would become the Roman emperor. In the middle of it all was history’s most famous woman, the Egyptian pharaoh Cleopatra, who famously seduced both Caesar and Antony and thereby positioned herself as one of the most influential people in a world of powerful men. Cleopatra was a legendary figure even to contemporary Romans and the ancient world, and she was a controversial figure who was equally reviled and praised through the years, depicted as a benevolent ruler and an evil seductress.  
  Octavian was the first true Roman Emperor, and the first man since the Tarquinus, five centuries earlier, to establish a successful hereditary ruling dynasty in what had been a proud Republic for over half a millennium. He was a canny strategist, an excellent orator, a fine writer, a generous patron of the arts and enthusiastic promoter of public works, but above all he was a master politician.

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  Locked by the Personal Trainer...

  Archer Vale

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  There’s a back room at the gym. It’s a secret world. It’s designed for guys like me. 
  Personal trainers are supposed to help you improve…not make you worse. 
  I came out as gay to my friends and family. I hired a personal trainer to get fit and start dating. Things were looking up. 
  But that didn’t last long. 
  He said the chastity cage would help me focus. He said my brain is wired differently than other guys. I need to do “domestic service”. 
  Things are getting weird though. I’m gaining a lot of weight. I can’t stop thinking about him. 
  But he says this is normal. This is how I can reach my full potential. 
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  A History of Ireland in 100...

  Jonathan Bardon, Fergal Tobin

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  This authoritative and comprehensive history of Ireland covers the entire history of the island from the Ice Age to the peace process in 100 short episodes. In this thoughtful analysis of Irish society, Bardon integrates the significant cultural and literary history of Ireland with its political and social past.
  Based on the hugely popular BBC radio series A Short History of Ireland, each episode stands alone, providing a snippet of Irish history in five minutes' reading. In turn, to read each episode in sequence from beginning to end provides a magisterial history of Europe's most western land.

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  Living With OCD - How to Stop...

  Bessie Brielle McKnight

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  Listen, your mind isn't broken - it's just doing what minds do when they get stuck in rigid, irrational thinking patterns. After decades of clinical practice, I've seen how OCD operates: it's not some mysterious force, but a pattern of demanding absolute certainty in an uncertain world. 
  This book cuts through the mystification and gets to what works: learning to accept uncertainty, challenging perfectionist demands, and building tolerance for discomfort. No sugar-coating, no magical thinking - just evidence-based techniques for reducing your suffering. 
  You'll learn to spot the difference between healthy concerns and obsessive thinking, develop more flexible responses to triggering situations, and most importantly, stop fighting with your own thoughts. Because here's the reality: the more you desperately try to control your thoughts, the more they control you. 
  Let's get to work on transforming your relationship with uncertainty. It won't always be comfortable, but neither is living under OCD's thumb.

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  If You Love Me Practice the 50

  Elsa Pena

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  If You Love Me is a guidebook for parents and caregivers, offering 50 different thoughts on how to best nurture and care for children. Author Maria Cordova covers a wide range of topics, from basic health and safety measures like washing your hands and avoiding harmful media, to more complex issues like self-esteem, mental health, and respecting other cultures. Cordova emphasizes the importance of positive reinforcement, discipline, and communication in raising happy, healthy, and respectful children. Each chapter is focused on a specific topic, with practical advice and guidance for parents and caregivers. Cordova urges readers to be role models for their children, to respect their individual needs and interests, and to always prioritize their safety and well-being. She stresses the importance of teaching children to make good choices, to be kind and courteous, and to develop a strong sense of self-worth. With its accessible writing style and practical advice, If You Love Me is an invaluable resource for anyone who cares for children. Whether you're parent, grandparent, teacher, or babysitter, Cordova's insights will help you navigate the challenges of raising happy and healthy kids.

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