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  Nihilism

  Nolen Gertz

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  When someone is labeled a nihilist, it's not usually meant as a compliment. Most of us associate nihilism with destructiveness and violence. Nihilism means, literally, "an ideology of nothing." Is nihilism, then, believing in nothing? Or is it the belief that life is nothing? Or the belief that the beliefs we have amount to nothing? If we can learn to recognize the many varieties of nihilism, Nolen Gertz writes, then we can learn to distinguish what is meaningful from what is meaningless. In this addition to the MIT Press Essential Knowledge series, Gertz traces the history of nihilism in Western philosophy from Socrates through Hannah Arendt and Jean-Paul Sartre. 
   
   
   
  Although the term "nihilism" was first used by Friedrich Jacobi to criticize the philosophy of Immanuel Kant, Gertz shows that the concept can illuminate the thinking of Socrates, Descartes, and others. It is Nietzsche, however, who is most associated with nihilism, and Gertz focuses on Nietzsche's thought. Gertz goes on to consider what is not nihilism—pessimism, cynicism, and apathy—and why; he explores theories of nihilism; he considers nihilism as a way of understanding aspects of everyday life; and he reflects on the future of nihilism. We need to understand nihilism not only from an individual perspective, Gertz tells us, but also from a political one.

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  Beyond the Body Farm - A...

  Jon Jefferson, Bill Bass

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  An “excellent” collection of case studies and stories from the forensic anthropologist who founded Tennessee’s “Body Farm” (Charleston Post & Courier). 
   
  A pioneer in forensic anthropology, Bill Bass created the world’s first laboratory dedicated to the study of human decomposition—three acres on a Tennessee hillside where human bodies are left to the elements. His research at the Body Farm has revolutionized the field, helping crack cold cases and pinpoint time of death. But during a forensics career that spans half a century, Bass’s work has ranged far beyond the gates of the Body Farm. In this riveting book, the bone sleuth explores the rise of modern forensic science, using fascinating cases he’s worked on to take readers into the real world of C.S.I. 
   
  Some cases rely on the simplest of tools and techniques, such as reassembling—from battered torsos and a stack of severed limbs—eleven people hurled skyward by an explosion at an illegal fireworks factory. Other cases hinge on sophisticated techniques Bass couldn’t have imagined when he began his career: harnessing scanning electron microscopy to detect trace elements in knife wounds, or extracting DNA from a long-buried corpse, only to find that the murder victim may have been mistakenly identified a quarter-century before. 
   
  Beyond the Body Farm follows Bass as he explores the depths of a lake with a twenty-first-century sonar system in search of an airplane that vanished thirty-five years ago; exhumes a fifties pop star to determine what injuries he suffered in the plane crash that killed three rock and roll legends; and works to decipher an ancient Persian death scene. Witty and engaging, Bass dissects the methods used by homicide investigators every day on an extraordinary journey into the high-tech science that it takes to crack a case. 
   
  “Case studies and anecdotes from the field of corpse identification [with] careful attention to detail and the occasional darkly humorous aside.” —Publishers Weekly 
   
  “The real crimes and mysteries here are just as or more intriguing than any fictional crime drama . . . offers a real-life understanding of forensic anthropology and the science behind it.” —Knoxville News-Sentinel

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  Organize Your Life - Develop...

  360K Pro Publishing

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  Free yourself from the burdens that have slowed down your life. We live in a world of clutter. It’s impossible to move around. It’s hard to breathe. Most of the time, we can’t see through the mess to accomplish even the little things. You see people who have their acts together and seem to know how to live a carefree lifestyle. What’s their secret? Is it something you can achieve? 
  Most of the time, the only thing that gets in your way to get ahead is you! Stop living vicariously through other people’s social media posts. Learn how to organize your life and develop a strong work ethic while mastering the self-discipline needed to make your life as thrilling as your friends. It doesn’t take much. And best of all, it probably costs a lot less than you realize. Most of the time when we remove the obstacles that get in the way of success, we do it without spending any money at all. 
  You’re about to dig into the little parts, the tiny hindrances, and the self-professed barriers that created the disorder and untidiness that makes more walls than windows and doors in your life. You are going to learn a few tricks to stop worrying about other people, stop comparing yourself to your friends and the celebrities that seem to have it all together. These are the table of contents of this book.  
  	Chapter 1: Introduction 
  	Chapter 2: Importance of Organization 
  	Chapter 3: Self Discipline  
  	Chapter 4: Signs of Chaos  
  	Chapter 5: Reasons Why You’re Not Organized or Disciplined 
  	Chapter 6: How to Develop Self Discipline  
  	Chapter 7: How to Curb Emotions  
  	Chapter 8: Break Bad Habits that Destroy Concentration  
  	Chapter 9: Building a Strong Work Ethic  
  	Chapter 10: How to Become Organized  
  	Chapter 11: How to Set Goals 
  	Chapter 12: How to Be Consistent 
  	Chapter 13: Affirmations Section 
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  Girls to the Front - The True...

  Sara Marcus

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  The definitive account of the radical feminist punks and their music: “Exhilarating. . . . The well-documented history Riot Grrrl deserves.” —Los Angeles Times 
   
  Girls to the Front is the epic, definitive history of the Riot Grrrl movement—the radical feminist punk uprising that exploded into the public eye in the 1990s, altering America’s gender landscape forever. Sara Marcus interweaves research, interviews, and her own memories as a Riot Grrrl front-liner in a passionate, sophisticated narrative that brilliantly conveys the story of punk bands like Bikini Kill, Bratmobile, and Heavens to Betsy—as well as successors like Sleater-Kinney, Partyline, and Kathleen Hanna’s Le Tigre—and their effect on today’s culture. 
   
  “Compelling . . . Marcus has done a commendable job of telling the little-known history of an important social and cultural movement.” —Booklist (starred review) 
   
  “A fascinating social history. . . .Marcus focuses on the girls in the crowd as much as stars like Bikini Kill.” —Rolling Stone 
   
  “A brash, gutsy chronicle . . . captures the combustible excitement of this significant if short-lived moment.” —Publishers Weekly 
   
  “Not only a historical rockument of the revolutionary ’90s counterculture Riot Grrrl movement . . . but also a rousing inspiration for a new generation of empowered rebel girls to strap on guitars and stick it to The Man.”—Vanity Fair 
   
  “Girls to the Front is not just a keeper of the flame but brings you to yr own fire.” —Kim Gordon 
   
  Includes photographs

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  Aztec Astronomy and Astrology:...

  Editors Charles River

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  Nearly 500 years after the Spanish conquered their mighty empire, the Aztecs are often remembered today for their major capital, Tenochtitlan, as well as being fierce conquerors of the Valley of Mexico who often engaged in human sacrifice rituals. Unlike the Maya, the Aztecs are not widely viewed or remembered with nuance, in part because their own leader burned extant Aztec writings and rewrote a mythologized history explaining his empire’s dominance less than a century before the Spanish arrived. Naturally, Cortes and other Spaniards depicted the Aztecs as savages greatly in need of conversion to Catholicism. While the Maya are remembered for their astronomy, numeral system, and calendar, the Aztecs have primarily been remembered in a far narrower way, despite continuing to be a source of pride to Mexicans through the centuries. 
  	For the Aztec, astronomy was not a purely scientific pursuit but intimately linked to religious, mythological, and ideological elements that were of the highest importance. The celestial realm held a sacred nature, as did the many gods and goddesses that dwelt there, so for all Mesoamerican cultures, astronomy was a fundamental part of their daily lives. Thus, astronomy was present in their calendars, religion, and even agriculture, and in close relation to astronomy, the concept of time was also an essential part of their worldview. The Aztec recorded many of the astronomical events they observed in codices and hieroglyphic inscriptions, but the main evidence of their deep astronomical knowledge comes from their calendar system. This information was then used to plan the orientation of buildings and ceremonial centers, which were aligned to sunrises or sunsets corresponding to special dates, such as solstices or equinoxes. Observational calendars were also used to schedule agricultural activities, as well as rituals, festivals, and celebrations, on an annual cycle.

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  Breaking the Stigma:...

  Jonas Methorst

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  "Breaking the Stigma: Understanding the Truth About BPD" is a comprehensive guide to understanding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and its impact on relationships. Drawing on personal experiences and extensive research, this book offers a compassionate and insightful perspective on BPD, addressing common misconceptions and stigmas associated with the disorder. 
  This book covers the key topics that are crucial for understanding BPD, including:Exploring the root causes of the stigma surrounding BPDExamining the potential causes and contributing factors that led to the developmentUnderstanding the neuroscience of BPD and how it affects someone's thoughts and emotionsIdentifying the core problem of BPDAn in-depth look at how the nine symptoms manifest themselves in relationships 
  With a focus on breaking down the stigma and promoting understanding, this book is an essential guide for anyone seeking to learn more about BPD, whether for personal growth or to support someone they care about. This book offers a fresh perspective on BPD, encouraging readers to look beyond the surface-level behaviors and see the truth about this complex disorder.

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