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  Philadelphia Experiment The: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  The borderlands of the paranormal include some bizarre stories. However, none are more strange or unsettling than the tale of what became known as the Philadelphia Experiment, an alleged effort during World War II to make a US Navy ship invisible by using electrical power. 
  The purported experiment gained international fame with the publication of a book by Charles Berlitz in 1978 and has now entered the lexicon of popular imagination. More than one movie has featured this experiment, but even as more people have heard about the Philadelphia Experiment, there are a number of different accounts of just what is said to have happened. The most dramatic accounts involve the brief teleportation of a US Navy warship and its crew into another dimension, with subsequent and horrifying effects for the men on board when it returned. Other versions are a little more mundane, but all seem to agree that something very odd happened to a US Navy ship in 1943. 
  This is a complex story, first emerging in the late 1950s before coming to international attention in the 1970s and developing in the 1980s and after. It involves some of the foremost scientists of the 20th century, and while it is a truly fascinating tale, it is one that has caused (and continues to generate) a great deal of debate. Is the Philadelphia Experiment a hoax, a myth, or somehow partly true, and how did this story first emerge? Readers may be more than a little surprised at the outcome.

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  Underground Railroad - in...

  William J Switala

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  A revised and expanded history of Pennsylvania’s role in the Underground Railroad, featuring escape route maps and eyewitness accounts. Organized in antebellum America to help enslaved people escape to freedom, the Underground Railroad was cloaked in secrecy and operated at great peril to everyone involved. The system was extremely active in Pennsylvania, with routes running through cities and towns in all parts of the state.  This revised second edition of Underground Railroad in Pennsylvania retraces the routes with detailed maps, discusses the large city networks, identifies the houses and sites where escapees found refuge, and records the names of the people who risked their lives to support the operation.

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  Orgsm: A Memoir - Inside the...

  Ruwan Meepagala

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  An insider's true story of the "Orgasm cult” - written in the shadow of the 2025 federal conviction. 
  At twenty-four, he was broke, anxious, and sexually dysfunctional. A postcard advertising a "Meetup on Female Orgasm" seemed absurd. He went anyway. What he found changed everything. 
  Within months, he transformed from socially awkward to confident "stroker" living in an orgasm commune in Manhattan. The women were radiant and sexually empowered. The men possessed an almost supernatural ability to "feel" what others wanted. Every conversation was vulnerable. Every moment alive with sensation. It felt like he'd found the cheat codes to human connection. 
  But there was a price he couldn't see yet. 
  This raw, untold memoir reveals the real story not covered in Netflix's Orgasm Inc. 
  The Netflix documentary told you it was a cult. 
  The Bloomberg investigation exposed the crimes. 
  The FBI built the case. 
  But no one has shown you how it actually worked from the inside - until now. 
  This is the primary source account. Two years inside at the peak. 
  The complete psychological architecture of how intelligent people get seduced, transformed, and nearly destroyed. 
  Not a victim interview looking back. 
  The story shows how intelligent people get trapped in high-control groups. How the same methods used to help people can be weaponized to control them. How trauma and transformation can be impossible to separate. 
  This is the nuanced, uncomfortable truth that most coverage misses.

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  Lysis - A Philosophical Inquiry...

  Plato, Tim Zengerink

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  What if the most meaningful love wasn’t romantic—but philosophical? 
  In Lysis, Plato invites us into one of his most tender and insightful dialogues—a search for the essence of friendship. As Socrates speaks with the youthful Lysis and Menexenus in a schoolyard setting, what begins as a lighthearted exchange becomes a profound meditation on affection, admiration, and the soul’s need for connection. 
  This modern audiobook adaptation offers a heartfelt and accessible journey into one of the most enduring philosophical questions: what does it mean to truly love a friend? 
  What you’ll discover inside: 
  •	A gentle philosophical dialogue exploring the foundation of friendship 
  •	A soulful meditation on what makes relationships meaningful and lasting 
  •	Timeless questions about affection, virtue, and self-knowledge 
  •	A fluid, modern translation perfect for contemplation and connection 
  Whether you're reflecting on lifelong friends or seeking deeper connection, Lysis is a lyrical and lasting companion.

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  African History: A Comprehensive...

  James M. Carter

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  African Chronicles: Tracing the Tapestry of a Continent's History is an in-depth exploration of Africa’s rich heritage, spanning from the dawn of humanity to the thriving civilizations that influenced the world. This audiobook offers an insightful look into African history, covering topics such as the origins of early human ancestors, the rise and fall of powerful empires, cultural exchanges through trans-Saharan trade, and Africa’s significant contributions to global civilization. 
  Whether you are a scholar, student, or simply an enthusiast eager to uncover the hidden gems of Africa's past, this audiobook provides an engaging and comprehensive journey through the continent's diverse history. From ancient Egypt and the mighty empires of Mali and Ghana to the Swahili Coast and the Great Zimbabwe, each chapter delves into the triumphs, challenges, and enduring legacy of Africa. 
  Join us on this fascinating journey and discover the history of Africa like never before.

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  When Your Aging Parent Needs...

  Paula Spencer Scott, MD Leslie...

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  It's scary and stressful when it happens . . . noticing changes in your parent and becoming increasingly worried about their health and safety. Maybe it's Mom leaving the stove on, Dad getting lost on his way home, or unpaid bills that trigger this realization. Or perhaps there have been falls or emergency room visits. Whatever it is, you know something's wrong. You wonder about a diagnosis. And you want your aging parent to accept help, or perhaps move. 
   
   
   
  Helping an older parent can be gratifying. But it's especially hard if they're blowing off your concerns, refusing to make changes, or otherwise resisting your efforts. You want them to listen, but they get upset or withdraw when you try to talk about this. What to do? 
   
   
   
  You don't have to remain stuck in conflict with your parent (or other family members). You don't have to keep getting the runaround from doctors or feel stumped about next steps. Instead, use an expert's clear plan on how to help your aging parent. 
   
   
   
  Full of actionable advice and insider tips, When Your Aging Parent Needs Help provides practical and flexible steps that move concerned families toward effective elder care action, while respecting a parent's dignity and autonomy.

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