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  Shaped by Saints

  Devi Mukherjee

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  Shaped by Saints
   
  Author, Devi Mukherjee takes the reader on a profoundly inspiring pilgrimage to meet saints and realized masters of modern India in forest ashrams, mountain caves, holy places, and shrines. He shares many insights and lessons from the great ones and tells many previously unpublished stories of Yogananda’s early life and return visit to India in 1935-36.
   
  While a young man, he worked with Mahatma Gandhi in the Indian resistance movement and was imprisoned for five months. After release, Devi began a spiritual quest throughout India, traveling some 45 years at various times.
   
  This beautifully written book takes you on a deeply inspiring pilgrimage to visit saints and God-realized masters of modern-day India. Devi Mukherjee—a disciple of the great yoga master, Paramhansa Yogananda (1893–1952)—invites you to walk in his footsteps and experience India’s spiritual richness, preserved in forest ashrams, mountain caves, and in holy places and shrines.
   
  Throughout his many years of travel, Devi meditated with some of India’s great souls and felt their transforming spiritual power. From all, he received the same soul guidance—to love God with every fiber of one’s being. One of Yogananda’s closest boyhood friends, Tulsi Bose, is the father of Devi’s wife, Hassi. From Bose and others, Devi obtained previously unpublished stories of Yogananda’s early life and 1935 visit to India that give the reader inspiring new glimpses of Yogananda’s generosity, courage, loyalty to friends, and spiritual power. 

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  The First Preventers Playbook -...

  Rick Shaw

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  We need better prevention of tragedies and incidents of violence of all sorts, and research reveals better prevention is possible, but most organizations and communities do not have a program to complement their first responders.

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  Assassinating Adolf Hitler and...

  Editors Charles River

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  Like other totalitarian regimes, the leader of the Nazis kept an iron grip on power in part by making sure nobody else could attain too much of it, leading to purges of high-ranking officials in the Nazi party. Of these purges, the most notorious was the Night of the Long Knives, a purge in the summer of 1934 that came about when Hitler ordered the surprise executions of several dozen leaders of the SA.  
  	Though the concept of tyrannicide remained so foreign to German culture that the word only appeared in the national language after World War II, as the war progressed and Germany's fortunes faltered, more individuals and groups plotted the death of Hitler. Through it all, Hitler eluded many of the attempts on his life, often without ever realizing his risk. Most plotters escaped undetected, baffled by the randomness and secretive nature of Hitler's movements. The Fuhrer frequently canceled prearranged engagements, arrived at other locations with only a few minutes' advance notice, used different trains than originally planned, and generally proved constantly unpredictable. Beyond all his precautions, the Fuhrer sometimes almost appeared protected by incredible luck.  
  	During the early stages of the war, Heydrich often walked the streets of Prague alone or with just one or two escorts, and he also favored an open-topped Mercedes 320-C convertible, which left him fully exposed to snipers, bomb throwers, and the like. That would be all the good fortune a British-trained team of Czech assassins would need on May 27th, 1942. Even though the assassination attempt was mostly botched (to the extent that the assassins initially assumed they had failed), shrapnel from an anti-tank grenade caused the top Nazi official severe injuries, killing him a little over a week later. 

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  Foot-ball: Its History For Five...

  M. Shearman, J. E. Vincent

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  Foot-ball: Its History for Five Centuries by M. Shearman and J.E. Vincent, narrated by Gary Middleton, explores the fascinating evolution of football (soccer and rugby) from its medieval origins to the early modern era. This comprehensive historical account delves into the sport’s early rules, traditions, and development across centuries, shedding light on how it grew into the beloved global phenomenon it is today. 
  Narrator Gary Middleton brings the rich history of football to life with his engaging and informative narration. His clear and captivating voice guides listeners through centuries of tradition, competition, and the many forms of football that have shaped the game as we know it. Whether you're a football fan or a lover of sports history, this audiobook offers an insightful journey into the roots of one of the world's most popular sports. 
  Perfect for anyone with a passion for football or sports history, Foot-ball: Its History for Five Centuries provides a unique look at the past, showcasing the evolution of a game that continues to capture the hearts of millions.

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  Facing Narcissistic...

  Fiona Chen

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  In a world where interpersonal relationships play a pivotal role in our personal and professional lives, understanding and navigating the complexities of human behavior is crucial. "Facing Narcissistic Personalities: Empowerment Techniques for Difficult Dynamics" is an insightful and empowering book designed to shed light on the challenging dynamics associated with narcissistic personalities. Delving into the intricacies of interactions with individuals who exhibit narcissistic traits, this comprehensive guide aims to equip readers with the knowledge and practical tools needed to navigate such relationships effectively.  
  The book begins by unraveling the enigma of narcissistic personalities, exploring the psychological underpinnings that define their behavior and the impact it can have on those around them. By offering a nuanced perspective on the various facets of narcissism, readers gain a deeper understanding of the motivations, patterns, and challenges associated with these complex individuals.  
  Empowerment takes center stage in this book as it provides a range of practical techniques and strategies to help readers not only cope with but thrive in the face of narcissistic dynamics. From setting boundaries and maintaining self-care to cultivating resilience and fostering healthy communication, the book serves as a guide to reclaiming personal power and maintaining one's emotional well-being in challenging relationships.

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  The Enlightenment in America -...

  Nova Ashford

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  The Enlightenment, a period of intellectual and philosophical advancement in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, laid the groundwork for many of the principles that would shape modern democratic societies. Its influence reached far beyond Europe, significantly impacting the American colonies and their path to independence. Understanding the roots of Enlightenment thought requires exploring the major intellectual movements that preceded it, including the Renaissance, the Scientific Revolution, and the Reformation. 
  At the heart of the Enlightenment was a growing emphasis on reason, individualism, and skepticism toward traditional authority. The Renaissance, which spanned the 14th to the 17th centuries, marked a resurgence in classical learning and a renewed focus on humanism—the belief in the value and agency of human beings. Renaissance thinkers, such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, laid the groundwork for later intellectual revolutions by advocating for a more secular view of the world, emphasizing human capability and creativity. This shift from a purely religious worldview to one that incorporated human reason would directly influence Enlightenment thinkers who challenged the authority of both the church and monarchy. 
  The Scientific Revolution, which began in the 16th century with figures like Copernicus, Galileo, and Newton, was a key precursor to Enlightenment thought. The scientific discoveries of this era demonstrated the power of reason and observation in understanding the natural world. These discoveries not only transformed scientific inquiry but also encouraged a new way of thinking about society and governance. The methods of empirical observation and logical reasoning that characterized the Scientific Revolution were adopted by Enlightenment philosophers, who sought to apply them to human behavior, politics, and ethics.

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