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  Mercury and Gemini: The History...

  Editors Charles River

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  The successful Apollo 11 mission was certainly an astonishing technological triumph, but what is less well remembered now are that many programs preceded Apollo and were essential to its success. Project Mercury was one of those, and in many ways it represented the greatest step forward in terms of the conquest of space. Before Project Mercury, there was no certainty that a human could survive the rigors of a space launch or live outside Earth’s atmosphere. There was no agreement on just what an astronaut should be, and various individuals involved debated whether they should be pilots, technicians, scientists, or even merely observers in an automated craft. Before Project Mercury, no one was entirely certain what a rocket capable of taking a person into space would look like, or even whether building such a craft was within the capabilities of engineering in the 1950s. 
  Gemini also marked another important milestone as America finally surpassed the Soviet Union in space technology. Before Gemini, the US was playing a desperate game of catch-up as it attempted to match Soviet accomplishments. The last Project Mercury flight launched in May 1963, and before then, Russia had put the first satellite in Earth’s orbit and the first man in space and had followed these with longer flights than the tiny Mercury spacecraft. In terms of military significance, it was recognized that the ability to dominate space was very important, and to many people in America, it seemed that Russia was well on the way to doing this. No one could have guessed that it would be almost three years before the next American manned space flight occurred when Gemini 3 left the launch pad in March 1965. It seemed to many people that the Russian lead in space exploration had become unassailable and, in order to reestablish the credibility of the US space program, the Gemini flights simply had to succeed.

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  Body Am I - The New Science of...

  Moheb Costandi

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  The body is central to our sense of identity. Bodily awareness, says scientist-writer Moheb Costandi, is key to self-consciousness. In Body Am I, Costandi examines how the brain perceives the body, how that perception translates into our conscious experience of the body, and how that experience contributes to our sense of self. Along the way, he explores what can happen when the mechanisms of bodily awareness are disturbed, leading to such phenomena as phantom limbs, alien hands, and amputee fetishes. 
   
   
    
  Costandi explains that the brain generates maps and models of the body that guide how we perceive and use it, and that these maps and models are repeatedly modified and reconstructed. Drawing on recent bodily awareness research, the new science of self-consciousness, and historical milestones in neurology, he describes a range of psychiatric and neurological disorders that result when body and brain are out of sync, including not only the well-known phantom limb syndrome but also phantom breast and phantom penis syndromes; body integrity identity disorder, which compels a person to disown and then amputate a healthy arm or leg; and such eating disorders as anorexia. 
   
   
    
  Wide-ranging and meticulously researched, Body Am I offers new insight into self-consciousness by describing it in terms of bodily awareness.

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  Transform Your Marriage Through...

  Bastian Rookwood

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  Transform Your Marriage through Unspoken Connection Secrets 
   ⭐⭐ A Simplified Guide with Insights Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to enhance your marriage and strengthen your bond through unspoken connection techniques? 
  Searching for a comprehensive resource that equips you with everything you need to foster deeper understanding and communication in your relationship? 
  Your quest ends here! 
  This guide is your ultimate resource for enhancing your marriage, enabling you to implement effective strategies and engaging in meaningful exercises. With this knowledge, you are set for transformation. 
  Updated to reflect current insights and practices in relationship dynamics. 
  Key features of this enriched guide: 
  - Deep insights into the secrets of unspoken connection 
  - Detailed explanations on fostering understanding and actions in marriage 
  - Effective strategies for nurturing intimacy and connection 
  Our guide stands out with its thorough coverage, essential for achieving success in your relationship. Concepts are explored in depth, ensuring clarity and actionable understanding. 
  Please note that this guide is an independent resource and not affiliated with any official marriage counseling entity. 
  Crafted with a clear structure and accessible language, our guide ensures seamless transitions between topics. Say goodbye to complex jargon and embrace straightforward, clear, and precise content. 
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  Culture Shift: Secrets to Global...

  Jasper Alden

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  Culture Shift: Secrets to Global Success 
  ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
  Are you aiming to advance in your career and solidify your understanding of diverse perspectives to foster global collaboration and success? 
  Searching for an all-encompassing guide that equips you with everything necessary for this journey? 
  Your quest ends here! 
  This guide acts as your ultimate companion for enhancing your comprehension, applying your skills, and participating in practical exercises. With this, you're prepared to thrive. 
  Revamped to reflect the latest trends in global collaboration. 
  Key features of this comprehensive guide: 
  - In-depth insights into the principles of global success 
  - Thorough explanation of diverse perspectives 
  - Effective strategies for preparation and execution  
  Our guide stands out with its exhaustive coverage, vital for your triumph. Concepts are not just briefly addressed; they are explored in detail. 
  Please note that this guide operates independently and is not associated with any official entities focused on global success. 
  Crafted with a straightforward structure and accessible language, our guide ensures seamless transitions between topics. Bid farewell to complex terminology and embrace clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
  So, why delay? Click the BUY NOW button to secure your guide and embark on your journey to global success! 
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  Meroitic Kingdom - Forgotten...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Land of Kush, an ancient and powerful civilization, thrived along the banks of the Nile in what is now Sudan. Situated south of Egypt, Kush was a land of vast deserts, fertile floodplains, and rich natural resources. This region played a crucial role in shaping the history of northeastern Africa, serving as a bridge between central Africa and the Mediterranean world. The rise of the Kingdom of Kush was deeply influenced by its geography, trade networks, and interactions with neighboring civilizations. 
  The Nile River was the lifeline of Kush, providing water for agriculture, transportation, and trade. The river's annual flooding deposited nutrient-rich silt, allowing the Kushites to cultivate crops such as barley, wheat, and sorghum. This agricultural abundance supported growing populations and enabled the kingdom to expand its influence. The vast deserts surrounding Kush acted as natural barriers, protecting the civilization from invasions while also encouraging the development of trade routes that connected Kush to Egypt, the Red Sea, and beyond. 
  Kush's wealth was largely derived from its abundant natural resources, particularly gold, iron, and precious stones. Gold mines in Nubia were among the richest in the ancient world, making Kush a major supplier of gold to Egypt and other civilizations. Ironworking became another defining feature of Kushite industry, allowing the kingdom to produce advanced tools and weapons that strengthened its economy and military. The Kushites also controlled trade routes that transported luxury goods such as ivory, ebony, and incense, further enriching their civilization.

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  Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 9 - It...

  J. Krishnamurti

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  001_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 1 - How do we meet_ 
  002_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 2 - To see something totally 
  003_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 3 - Why are we in such conflict 
  004_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 4 - There is no learning 
  005_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 5 - Self-knowing is 
  006_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 6 - Time does not wipe 
  007_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 7 - An attentive mind is without 
  008_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 8 - To die implies having no 
  009_Saanen 1961 - Public Talk 9 - It is only the religious mind that

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