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  Prefaces and Prologues to Famous...

  Charles William Eliot

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  Charles W. Eliot, 21st President of Harvard University, edited this volume of prefaces ... authored by a Who's Who of World Literature: Bacon, Calvin, Caxton, Condell, Copernicus, Dryden, Fielding, Goethe, Heminge, Hugo, Johnson, Knox, Newton, Raleigh, Spenser, Taine, Whitman and Wordsworth. Eliot wrote in his preface to these prefaces, "No part of a book is so intimate as the Preface. Here, after the long labor of the work is over, the author descends from his platform, and speaks with his reader as man to man, disclosing his hopes and fears, seeking sympathy for his difficulties, offering defence or defiance, according to his temper, against the criticisms which he anticipates." (Summary by DSayers)

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  Avatar The Incarnations Of Godhead

  Radha Krsna Das

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  “Whenever there is a decline of religion and a rise of irreligion, I incarnate myself. To protect the good, to destroy the wicked, and to re-establish religious principles, I appear in every age.”"In order to deliver the pious and to annihilate the miscreants, as well as to reestablish the principles of religion, I advent Myself millennium after millennium." Sri Krishna The incarnations of Godhead are a recurrent theme in Vedic history. Vishnu exists outside the material realm as the creator, and within every being as the Supersoul. He also enters this world as an avatar, ‘one who descends’, to restore balance whenever his presence is needed. There are said to be more incarnations of Godhead than waves on the ocean. The avatars of Vishnu are of particular interest because He takes progressively more developed forms, from the fish, tortoise, and boar to half-animal, half-man, and finally human form. That God should incarnate as an animal, even a supernatural one, shows animals have an important role to play in God’s eyes. They are living expressions of the spirit and presence of God. Here are the subtle secret teachings of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami the master of George Harrison and so many more. These ancient yogic mysteries were taught only to Maharaji's most advanced disciples and were thought to be all but lost these many years. Coming now from a nearly 50-year devotee of Srila Prabhupada here is a singular opportunity to enter into the true mystical presence of the divine incarnations of the absolute.The Vedas are a 5000-year-old esoteric, intriguing, mystical body of work that carries within it the seed of divine, transcendental knowledge. We live in a world wherein yoga now reigns supreme as the preferred, go-to method of modern spiritual realization, and this unique, exclusive, audio presentation which paves the way for a clearer, more meaningful understanding of these divine sacred

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  How to avoid being a...

  Hera Nielsen

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  You swear you're just being a good friend—but what you call caring, they call being a... friendzilla! 
  Have your friends started taking longer to reply? Do you insist plans go your way? Has anyone ever joked that you're a little too much? Do you sometimes think, If only my friends listened to me...? 
  If so, your behavior sounds like that of a friendzilla! 
  At some point, we're all guilty of such behavior—getting on someone's nerves, talking too much, texting too aggressively, or giving unsolicited advice. You don't mean to be annoying, but still, it happens. So, how do you stop? 
  How to Avoid Being a Friendzilla: Navigating Friendships with Empathy and Respect will help you spot (and stop) those little habits that may be pushing your friends away. It will teach you how to be a better friend, so your friendships can grow stronger, healthier, and way less awkward. Because great friendships take time, balance, and yes, the occasional apology! 
  In this book, you'll discover:Tips for spotting friendzilla tendenciesThe art of guilt-tripping (and why your friends are so over it)How to tell if you're the main character of every hangout (without realizing it)The fine line between caring and controlling (it's thinner than your last nerve)The Sherlock Holmes method for figuring out why you overreactWhy passive-aggressive sticky notes don't help (and what to do instead)The importance of saying what you mean (no one has time for a Shakespearean monologue)Why clinging to one friend may not be your best move 
  Read this funny, step-by-step guide and laugh about your past friendzilla moments as you learn how to navigate friendships with empathy, respect, and self-awareness. 
  Nurture authentic connections and never be that "my way or the highway" kind of friend again!

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  Future of Truth The (and How to...

  Lindley Gooden

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  Lindley's groundbreaking book tells the true story of mis- and dis-information, why we've fallen so hard for them both, and how every one of us can fight back. 
  We’re living through the post-truth years, where it can feel almost impossible to separate fact from fiction in the information that we’re fed. But is it possible to escape the opinions created by false information and fake news, spread by our closest loved ones, friends, right up to world leaders? 
  Yes. There is hope. 
  The second edition of The Future of Truth (and How to Get There) unmasks the tell-tale signs that manipulation leaves behind – even in a post-truth world. We build up an essential toolkit to stop, step back from and sidestep misinformation and disinformation wherever our timelines take us. Through neuroscience, conspiracy beliefs, journalism, politics and AI, we’ll take a journey to alt-reality and back to build a happier, healthier future of truth.

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  Vaccines and Bayonets - Fighting...

  Bee Bloeser

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  Step into the heart of a turbulent era with a gripping historical memoir that chronicles one woman’s extraordinary journey in Africa. In this vivid recounting—which one Pulitzer nominee says, “reads like a political thriller, women’s history, and African adventure rolled into one,”—Bee Bloeser unveils the raw reality of her family’s part in the mission to eradicate smallpox, revealing triumphs and trials faced along the way. 
  As a young wife with two young children, Bloeser follows her husband, Carl, to Africa, driven by ideals and a sense of duty. In Nigeria she witnesses the roots and ravages of civil war and the horrors of smallpox and leprosy, yet finds beauty in the vibrant local culture. 
  In Equatorial Guinea, a nation newly independent but plagued by the terror of a brutal dictatorship, secrecy shrouds the people, and Bloeser confronts a world far removed from her idealistic expectations. Forbidden from interacting with locals and surrounded by oppression and suspicion, she documents her experiences in hidden notes, capturing the essence of a desperate struggle. 
  Through her eyes, readers experience the intense battle against a relentless virus and against tyranny. This Amazon #1 Bestselling memoir is a story of medical triumph but also a poignant reflection on humanity’s capacity for courage—the indomitable spirit of those who risk everything for a better future.

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  The Apostasy of Marriage - "How...

  Servant C. D. Bennett

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  Words from Servant C. D. Bennett 
  "...if knowledge is one of the main keys to success, and wisdom gives us the ability to apply that knowledge, then this book IS the tool that will give your marriage the best opportunity to last a lifetime." ...Are you looking for a manuscript on marriage? Then look no further, The Apostasy of Marriage offers a potpourri of information about our innate nature on how we are wired, what makes us tick, and how & why we respond the way we do, different types and levels of love, what, why, & how each gender nurtures and feeds from the other, and much much more! 
  How does anyone know if their marriage is truly beyond saving? 
  Marriage is a blessed union, one that most people enter into with the most faithful and loving intentions. However, with the current rate of divorce hovering at around 40 percent, it’s clear that many couples experience significant levels of dissatisfaction and unhappiness with their spouse at some point during their marriage, to the point where ending the marriage becomes a viable option for one or both parties. If your marriage has reached this level of unhappiness, The Apostasy of Marriage is the turning point you’ve been looking for. 
   Designed as a resource and guide for men and women alike, Pastor Bennett’s reflections and summations will help you understand the critical questions and address issues that plague many marriages:  
  ·	What principles did God establish for marriage? 
  ·	What are the boundaries of marriage, and how does crossing these boundaries impact my relationship with my spouse? 
  ·	What are some of the common abuses that occur during a marriage, and can the damage from these abuses be repaired? 
  ·	The danger of “Stacking Chips” in your marriage 
  Even though the light of your marriage under God may have greatly dimmed, The Apostasy of Marriage is the beacon that can help renew your commitment and shared love with your spouse, restoring both hope and healing into your troubled relationship.

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