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  Knights Templar The: An...

  Enthralling History

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  Did you know the Templar Order was so strict that its members could only have meat three times a week? 
  The Knights Templar has established itself as the most popular military organization of medieval times. Everyone has heard of the order, and everyone is familiar with the image of a medieval Crusader knight with a red cross on their white uniform. But who exactly were the Templars? What was their purpose? And are the rumors about their secretive nature true? 
  This audiobook will take a look at the two-hundred-year history of the Knights Templar. We will cover how the order was established and why it transformed from a Christian military organization into something much more. 
  In this audiobook, you will learn about the following:The events from the 11th to the early 14th centuries and how they shaped the orderDifferent actors, from kings to ordinary knights, who defined the Knights TemplarThe Templars’ involvement in the military endeavors of the known worldWhat caused the rise and downfall of the Order of the Knights TemplarThe truth behind Templar allegations and its secretive natureThe twisted Templar legacy and how it changed the way we viewed the world forever 
  Buckle up to find out more about one of the most influential organizations of its time. It is time to dive into the history of the infamous Knights Templar. 
  So scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about the Knights Templar!

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  Horace - A Very Short Introduction

  Llewelyn Morgan

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  Horace was one of the greatest poets during the reign of Augustus and is seen as mark of cultural sophistication since this time. This Very Short Introduction examines how Horace's poetry has exerted enormous influence but argues that it is best understood within the traditions of ancient literature. 
   
   
   
  Llewellyn Morgan guides the listener through the dizzying vagaries of Horace's biography, which reflects the political and social instability of the period. His poetry, and the life he artfully constructs and presents to us in it, engages both with the greatest crisis that Rome had ever faced, and its resolution by the first Emperor. Horace is Rome's laureate, and through him we experience the anxieties and triumphs of his age. For posterity, Horace has served for a model of the good life, a promoter of enlightened retirement, but has also exemplified poetic artistry, and is the most creative manipulator of the Latin language, even among his remarkable contemporaries.

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  The Monster and the Mirror -...

  K.J. Aiello

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  Revelatory memoir and cultural criticism that connects popular fantasy and our perceptions of mental illness to offer an empathetic path to compassionate care
  		 
  Growing up, K.J. Aiello was fascinated by magical stories of dragons, wizards, and fantasy, where monsters were not what they seemed and anything was possible. These books and films were both a balm and an escape, a safe space where Aiello’s struggle with mental illness transformed from a burden into a strength that could win battles and vanquish villains.
  		 
  A unique blend of memoir, research, and cultural criticism, The Monster and the Mirror charts Aiello’s life as they try to understand their own mental illness using The Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, and other stories as both guides to heroism and agency and cautionary tales of how mental illness is easily stereotyped as bad and violent. Aiello questions who is allowed to be “mad” versus “sane,” “good” versus “evil,” and “weak” versus “strong,” and who is allowed to tell their own stories. The Monster and the Mirror explores our perceptions of mental illness in a way that is challenging and tender, empathetic and knowledgeable, and offers a path to deeper understanding and compassionate care.

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  All These Things Added -...

  James Allen, Tim Zengerink

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  What if you discovered that the riches of life—both material and spiritual—are within your reach, waiting to be embraced? 
  James Allen’s inspiring collection of essays weaves together themes of personal ambition, ethical living, and spiritual wisdom. Adapted for today’s reader, it demonstrates how genuine prosperity and inner peace grow from the seeds of right thinking, self-discipline, and unwavering faith in your higher purpose. 
  What You’ll Discover in This Modern Translation: 
  - The synergy between moral integrity and personal success 
  - Techniques for manifesting abundance in all areas of life 
  - The importance of vision, gratitude, and constructive thoughts 
  - Encouragement to strengthen your spiritual and ethical foundations 
  Imagine living each day guided by clarity of purpose, confident that your ambitions serve both personal fulfillment and the greater good. James Allen shows you the path toward a life enriched by harmony and abundance. 
  Embrace the fullness of life. Get your copy now and begin your journey toward holistic prosperity.

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  The Importance of Being Educable...

  Leslie Valiant

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  If we hope to share our planet successfully with one another and the AI systems we are creating, we must reflect on who we are, how we got here, and where we are heading. The Importance of Being Educable puts forward a provocative new exploration of the extraordinary facility of humans to absorb and apply knowledge. The remarkable "educability" of the human brain can be understood as an information processing ability. It sets our species apart, enables the civilization we have, and gives us the power and potential to set our planet on a steady course. While we can readily absorb systems of thought about worlds of experience beyond our own, we struggle to judge correctly what information we should trust. 
   
   
   
  In this visionary book, Leslie Valiant argues that understanding the nature of our own educability is crucial to safeguarding our future. After breaking down how we process information to learn and apply knowledge, and drawing comparisons with other animals and AI systems, he explains why education should be humankind's central preoccupation. 
   
   
   
  Will the unique capability that has been so foundational to our achievements and civilization continue to drive our progress, or will we fall victim to our vulnerabilities? If we want to protect our collective future, we must better understand and prioritize the importance of being educable.

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  Essays Second Series

  Ralph Waldo Emerson

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  "Essays, Second Series" is a collection of essays by the American philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson, first published in 1844. In this collection, Emerson explores a wide range of philosophical, moral, and literary topics, reflecting his transcendentalist worldview and his belief in the power of the individual to shape society and create meaning in the world. The essays in this series are characterized by their profound insights into the human condition, their celebration of self-reliance and individualism, and their emphasis on the importance of intuition and the natural world. Some of the essays in this collection include "The Poet," "Experience," "Nature," "Politics," and "The Over-Soul." Overall, "Essays, Second Series" is a timeless work that continues to inspire readers with its wisdom and insight into the human experience

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