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  Alexander the Great: An...

  Billy Wellman

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  Did you know that Alexander the Great once introduced proskynesis to the Macedonian court? 
  Proskynesis, the act of kissing the ground or the feet of someone of higher rank, was a normal custom of the Persians. In the court of the Achaemenid Empire, this act was typically done before the king. In contrast to the practice of the Greeks and Macedonians, proskynesis was performed by the Persians only when they were communicating with their ancient gods.  
  The invasion of the Achaemenid Empire had always been on top of the list for Alexander the Great. Ever since he came to power, the king had desired the submission of Darius III, the reigning king of the Persians at that time. Though he defeated the king in two battles and eventually conquered its territories, Alexander appears to have soon found a deep love for Persian customs and traditions. Of course, the king’s gradual change and assimilation of Persian culture did not sit well with the Macedonian people.  
  According to the ancient writer Arrian, when Alexander attempted to apply proskynesis to his court, his decision was met with massive criticism from both the Macedonians and Greeks. And even when he stopped the practice, the Macedonians continued to witness their king apply a variety of Persian customs in the kingdom. Some said his Persianization played a minor role in his death, while others claimed that he died of natural causes. The sources that tell the story of Alexander often contradict each other, which can be confusing for curious readers hoping to learn about the great king’s eventful life.  
  But that is about to change. With this all-new enthralling history audiobook, you can easily explore the gripping events that took place throughout the life of Alexander the Great. 
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  A Rare Recording of Film Icon...

  Yvonne De Carlo

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  Margaret Yvonne Middleton (September 1, 1922 - January 8, 2007), known professionally as Yvonne De Carlo, was a Canadian-American actress, dancer and singer. She became a Hollywood film star and sex symbol in the 1940s and 1950s, made several musical recordings, and later acted on television and stage. De Carlo won a Laurel Award for Topliner Supporting Actress for her performance in Cecil B. DeMille's The Ten Commandments, and later starred in the tv show, The Munsters, from 1964 to 1966, playing Herman Munster's wife, Lily. She was awarded two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to motion pictures and television. The following is from a 1982 television interview.

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  Assuming the Ecosexual Position...

  Jennie Klein, Beth Stephens,...

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  What's sexy about saving the planet? Funny you should ask. Because that is precisely—or, perhaps, broadly—what Annie Sprinkle and Beth Stephens have spent many years bringing to light in their live art, exhibitions, and films. In 2008, Sprinkle and Stephens married the Earth, which set them on the path to explore the realms of ecosexuality as they became lovers with the Earth and made their mutual pleasure an embodied expression of passion for the environment. Ever since, they have been not just pushing but obliterating the boundaries circumscribing biology and ecology, creating ecosexual art in their performance of an environmentalism that is feminist, queer, sensual, sexual, posthuman, materialist, exuberant, and steeped in humor. 
   
   
   
  Assuming the Ecosexual Position tells of childhood moments that pointed to a future of ecosexuality—for Annie, in her family swimming pool in Los Angeles; for Beth, savoring forbidden tomatoes from the vine on her grandparents' Appalachian farm. The book describes how the two came together as lovers and collaborators, how they took a stand against homophobia and xenophobia, and how this union led to the miraculous conception of the Love Art Laboratory, which involved influential performance artists Linda M. Montano, Guillermo Gómez-Peña, and feminist pornographer Madison Young.

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  Plotting the Impossible: A...

  Billy Grady

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  Every unforgettable story shares a hidden framework—a structure that pulls readers in, keeps them hooked, and leaves them breathless at the end. Plotting the Impossible is your key to mastering that architecture, whether you’re writing a high-stakes thriller, a sweeping romance, or a genre-defying masterpiece. 
  In this insightful and practical guide, bestselling author and coach Billy Grady reveals how to: 
  Build bulletproof plots that captivate from the first page to the last 
  Design twists and turns that surprise without breaking believability 
  Balance pacing and tension for maximum emotional impact 
  Adapt classic story structures to fit modern audiences and unique voices 
  Packed with real-world examples, actionable exercises, and step-by-step blueprints, Plotting the Impossible gives you the tools to create stories that feel both inevitable and unforgettable. 
  If you’ve ever wondered how to turn a wild idea into a perfectly constructed narrative, this book will show you how to make the impossible not just possible—but unforgettable.

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  Megalithic Temples of Malta The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  Malta’s history goes back further than many know, which can be attested to by the numerous Neolithic and Bronze Age era megaliths that dot the island of Malta proper as well as the island of Gozo to the north. Naturally, when European archaeologists began unearthing the megaliths of Malta in the 19th century, they did not know what to think, which led to a plethora of theories, many of them quite fantastic. At least 23 of these temples were uncovered, but because the people who built them lacked the knowledge of writing, speculation over who built them and why remained well into the 20th century (Rountree 2003, 26). Some people theorized that the Malta megaliths were built by a race of giants, while others believed that it was the center of a “Mother Earth” cult that later spread through Neolithic Europe.  
  Early archaeologists were also perplexed about the physical origins of the Maltese megalith builders. Because Malta is such an isolated location, the builders had to have migrated there from elsewhere, but debates raged over the location. Equally confusing was when the megaliths were built. Although most legitimate historians believed from an early time that they were Neolithic structures, some argued that they were built much later and influenced by the Minoans and/or the Mycenaeans.  
  Even as some answers have arrived, scholars still debate the purpose of the megaliths. Although there is a near consensus that they served as religious temples, the deities that were worshiped as well as the rituals carried out in the structures remain a mystery and sources of further debate. As such, the ancient monuments remain enigmatic and serve as sources of pride for the modern Maltese people and awe-inspiring to all those who visit them.

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  Attitudes of Gratitude - How to...

  M.J. Ryan

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  Practice Gratitude Daily"Exquisitely reconnects us to the wonder and satisfaction which can be found in our daily lives." ―Judy Ford, author of Wonderful Ways to Love a Child
   
  #1 Best Seller in Marriage & Family
   
  In a series of brief, evocative, motivational gratitude essays, international executive coach M.J. Ryan teaches us how to unlock the fullness of life through the simple joy of living from a grateful heart.
   
  Discover amazing gratitude benefits. Gratitude is a simple, profound practice that can change your life. Research has confirmed its many emotional and physical benefits. Taking the time to notice and reflect upon good things opens our hearts, creates happiness, and restores us to a natural place where we notice what's right instead of wrong.
   
  Find happiness and joy with positive thinking. When you find ways to be grateful every day, you experience more joy in life. Author and personal success mentor M. J. Ryan writes, "Gratitude births only positive feelings—love, compassion, joy, and hope. As we focus on what we are thankful for, fear, anger, and bitterness simply melt away, seemingly without effort." Her book Attitudes of Gratitude teaches you how to reach this positive place.
   
  Inside find:
   
  Essays on a variety of topics that are perfect for gratitude meditationEncouragement to begin practicing, commit to, and celebrate gratitudeA variety of ways to practice gratitude in your own lifeReaders of inspirational books and personal growth books like The Little Book of Gratitude, Good Days Start With Gratitude, The Book of Joy, The Gratitude Diaries, or The Happiness Project will love Attitudes of Gratitude.

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