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  Simon's Alphabet Adventure

  Deborah Stephney

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  Simon, the main character, always wondered why the people of his land were always so sad.  He learned they were sad because their alphabet letters were blown away in a terrible storm.  They had no way to write about the beautiful people, places and things in their land! Simon decided he was going to take a journey to find the lost alphabet letters.  The question is, will he be able to find them and bring them back home so the people of his land will be happy again? Come along on Simon's journey to find out!

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  Embracing the Void - Rethinking...

  Richard Boothby

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  A radical reinterpretation of the origin of religion through a psychoanalytic theorization of the unknown 
   
   
    
  Renowned psychoanalytic philosopher Richard Boothby puts forward a novel theory of religion inspired by Jacques Lacan's theory of das Ding, the disquieting, inaccessible dimension of fellow human beings. This notion of an unfathomable excess, originally encountered in the figure of the mother, led Lacan to break with Freud's formulation of the Oedipus complex and underlies Lacan's distinctive conception of unconscious dynamics. Leaning on this account, Boothby shows how our sense of the sacred arises from our relation to what we do not know. 
   
   
    
  Embracing the Void lays out the range of Freud's attempts at a psychoanalytic theory of religion and then sketches the rough contours of Lacan's contrasting approach. From there, Boothby offers the theoretical tools for interpreting the religious impulse and analyzes key religious traditions, from ancient Greek polytheism to Judaism and Christianity, and from Hinduism and Buddhism to Islam, finally turning to modern capitalist culture and the seductive deity that dominates it—money. Lucid, accessible, and compelling, the book provides a cogent intervention in one of the psychoanalytic tradition's most contentious topics and offers a new approach to our understanding of religion.

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  We Wanted Workers - Unraveling...

  George J. Borjas

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  We are a nation of immigrants, and we have always been concerned about immigration. As early as 1645, the Massachusetts Bay Colony began to prohibit the entry of "paupers." Today, however, the notion that immigration is universally beneficial has become pervasive. To many modern economists, immigrants are a trove of much-needed workers who can fill predetermined slots along the proverbial assembly line. 
   
   
   
  But this view of immigration's impact is overly simplified, explains George J. Borjas, a Cuban American, Harvard labor economist. Immigrants are more than just workers—they're people who have lives outside of the factory gates and who may or may not fit the ideal of the country to which they've come to live and work. Like the rest of us, they're protected by social insurance programs, and the choices they make are affected by their social environments. 
   
   
   
  In We Wanted Workers, Borjas shows that, in the grand scheme, immigration has not affected the average American all that much. But it has created winners and losers. The losers tend to be nonmigrant workers who compete for the same jobs as immigrants. And somebody's lower wage is somebody else's higher profit, so those who employ immigrants benefit handsomely. In the end, immigration is mainly just another government redistribution program.

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  You are the Way - Manifest Your...

  Fabio Mantegna, Elmer O. Locker Jr

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  Have you ever wondered why some people have a "golden touch", while others are constantly haunted by bad luck? If you count yourself in the first category, congratulations! You're already adept at creating conscious manifestations. In this case, the techniques in this Manifestation Book will help you fulfill (even) greater desires. Often, however, reality unfolds differently: You struggle and invest incredible effort to achieve your goals. But just when things appear to be improving, the next defeat, obstacle, or setback emerges. It feels like for every two steps forward, you're thrown three steps back. 
  Author & Master of Manifestation, Neville Goddard, distilled the Law of Assumption (often regarded as the true Law of Attraction) and the Hermetic Laws to their core principles, achieving unparalleled success in manifesting. This success was not just personal but also extended to the thousands of students who mastered the art of manifestation through his teachings. Among his apprentices was Elmer O. Locker Jr. Elmer's grandson, David, has further enriched this Manifestation Book with many of his own experiences in manifestation. If you wish to harness the power of your consciousness (conscious and subconscious mind) to realize your desires, don't hesitate. Dive into the techniques & instructions provided in this book for manifesting.

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  The British Matron

  Nathaniel Hawthorne

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  Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864) was born in Salem, Massachusetts. His ancestors include John Hathorne, the only judge involved in the Salem witch trials who never repented of his actions. Nathaniel later added W to make his name Hawthorne in order to hide his relation. 
  The Scarlet Letter, his most famous novel, was published in 1850, followed by a succession of other novels, including The House of the Seven Gables, and various short stories. 
  The British Matron is a satirical essay. 
  Narrator Alfred C. Martino is a graduate of Duke University and The Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California. He currently lives in Jersey City. 
  Public Domain (P)2017 Listen & Live Audio

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  Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse...

  Emily C. Walker

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  Are you trapped in a cycle of toxic relationships? Feeling manipulated or constantly doubting your reality? Unsure if you're the one at fault? Discover the strength to break free and find healing. 
  "Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse, Gaslighting, and Codependency: Guide to Overcome Trauma, Toxic Relationships & Anxiety for Women" is your essential roadmap to understanding, confronting, and ultimately overcoming the shadows of narcissistic abuse and manipulation. This audiobook delves deep into the intricacies of narcissistic personalities, the chilling tactics they employ, and the subconscious effects they have on their victims. More importantly, it will guide you through the steps of recognizing harmful patterns, rebuilding your self-worth, and setting boundaries for future relationships. Designed specifically for women, this guide empowers its listeners with knowledge, strategies, and heartfelt advice, acting as a beacon of hope in what might seem like a never-ending night. It's time to reclaim your life, your trust in yourself, and your peace of mind.

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