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  Library of Alexandria and the...

  Editors Charles River

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  In the Middle Ages, the lack of libraries in the West helped contribute to the popular imagination of the ancient Library at Alexandria, and all the myths and legends that have come to be associated with it, but the Library of Alexandria deserves its reputation. Before medieval times, Greek scholars carefully collected and inventoried books and other written materials in the Library of Alexandria, which truly made it a sort of precursor to all modern libraries. In fact, the Library of Alexandria proved to be one of the greatest institutions created in the ancient world because it influenced the minds of countless people in profound ways for centuries. The Library not only inspired the imaginations of artists but gave birth to new research methods, which proved to provide the basis for many considered common-place today. The Library of Alexandria was one of the few libraries in the ancient Greek world, which helped ensure that mathematicians, scientists and other scholars from across the Mediterranean traveled to Egypt to study there, and it was so impressive in its size and influence that it left an indelible mark on the world that still reverberates today.  
  	The Library of Pergamon was established slightly later than the Library of Alexandria, during the reign of king Eumenes II, but Eumenes embarked on a program to stock the Library of Pergamon with some of the greatest works of Greek literature in order to rival the Library of Alexandria. For example, a complete set of Demosthenes’ works was among the classics that graced the shelves in the Pergamon collection. This competition seems to have been the basis for the papyrus ban, as the Ptolemies intended to halt academic work in Pergamon, such as editing new editions of the classics. While the Ptolemaic ban on papyrus may have slowed operations at the Library of Pergamon, the introduction of parchment as a medium of writing helped re-stock Pergamon’s Library.

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  English History: 1000...

  Ahoy Publications

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  Discover the fascinating story of England through 1000 Interesting Facts! 
  This audiobook takes you on an intriguing journey through time, from the Roman invasion to Brexit. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just curious about England's rich heritage, this comprehensive guide has something for everyone! 
  You'll explore:The captivating tales of Roman Britain and the struggles they facedThe epic Anglo-Saxon invasion and the impact on English cultureThe fearsome Vikings and their relentless raids on English soilThe influential Norman Conquest and the changes it broughtThe Plantagenet Dynasty and the challenges they faced during their reignThe bloody Wars of the Roses and the impact on English societyThe dramatic English Reformation and the birth of the Church of EnglandThe glorious Elizabethan Era and the rise of ShakespeareThe Age of Discovery and England's role in exploring the worldThe tumultuous English Civil War and the battle for powerThe transformative Industrial Revolution and its impact on societyThe inspiring fight against slavery and its eventual abolitionThe struggle for political reform and the fight for suffrageThe resilience of England during both World Wars and their aftermath 
  This audiobook is perfect for history buffs, students, or anyone who wants to expand their knowledge of England. Packed with fascinating facts, this comprehensive guide covers everything from battles and conquests to political movements and cultural milestones. You'll be amazed by the incredible stories and significant moments that make up England's rich and complex history. 
  Experience the vibrant history of England like never before. Click the "add to cart" button and embark on this thrilling adventure!

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  Why Bad Looks Good - Biblical...

  Wendy Patrick

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  Overcome deception with biblical perception.
  
  Have you ever misjudged a situation that appeared desirable but ended in disaster? Have you been betrayed by a friend, coworker, or love interest? We all face challenging, heartbreaking experiences that require us to make important decisions. Unlike worldly advice, God's advice is perfect.  
  
  Why Bad Looks Good uses biblical wisdom to improve your perception of the people and world around you. Using relatable, real-life examples, career prosecutor Dr. Wendy Patrick teaches you how to:
  
  - assess people and circumstances clearly and accurately,
  - identify healthy sources of power,
  - surround yourself with trustworthy people, and
  - transform rose-colored glasses into reading glasses.
  We are drawn to talent, wealth, and beauty, yet all of those things come from God. Apply his divine wisdom to live peacefully but proactively, compassionately yet carefully, and adopt a fresh, uplifting outlook on life.

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  Superbook - The World of...

  John Rain

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  If you mention the word ‘superhero’ these days, everyone and their mum can tell you a potted history of it all, because they’ve sat through numerous phases, extended TV series, and animated side-specials of expansive character-development, culminating in extraordinary final chapters, with the screen literally stacked full of characters battling one another while your eyes bleed with excitement and spectacle.
  
  But before 1997, people would generally only think of a few things: Christopher Reeve smiling as he keeps a watchful eye over Earth’s atmosphere, Michael Keaton running around Gotham while dressed in molded rubber. Nicholas Hammond's Spider-Man being hauled up a wall on a rope, pretending to grip it, while also being a foot away from it. Bill Bixby trying not to get angry, Flash Gordon arriving in another galaxy, that was essentially a soft porn film, Dolph Lundgren mumbling in broken English while Frank Langella hammed behind a mask, and how Michael Crawford dressed like a bird was the closest thing Disney had to a cinematic universe.
  
  Despite starting on a high in 1978, by 1997 there could be no doubt that the genre was dead. Out was the sheen of verisimilitude, and in were Bat-credit-cards, ugly CGI, slashed budgets, rubber nipples and Martin Sheen in a girdle.
  
  So, whatever happened to the heroes? Join John Rain as he walks through every film of note from 1978 to 1997, and examines just what went wrong, and how. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s SUPERBOOK.

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  The 4 Stages of Psychological...

  Timothy R. Clark

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  Build organizations where employees feel truly safe to learn, contribute, and challenge the status quo. 
  The proven practical guide to psychological safety is now expanded with updated research and powerful new frameworks and tools. 
  Psychological safety—the belief that you can speak up without risk of punishment or humiliation—is crucial for high-performing teams and innovative organizations. This revised and expanded edition of Timothy Clark's groundbreaking framework provides leaders with a research-backed roadmap through four distinct stages that enable individuals to feel safe, valued, and empowered.The four stages build progressively: Inclusion Safety (feeling included and accepted), Learner Safety (feeling safe to learn and ask questions), Contributor Safety (feeling safe to contribute and participate), and Challenger Safety (feeling safe to challenge the status quo and speak truth to power). 
  This new edition adds compelling quantitative evidence from Clark's global database of 1.2 million data points, validating the four-stage model across cultures and demographics. New chapters explore what psychological safety is not, the dangers of "nice" cultures, the relationship between psychological and physical safety, and practical measurement strategies.Leaders will learn to banish fear, create performance-based accountability, and build environments where people thrive beyond expectations.

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  Beyond the Secret Garden - The...

  Ann Thwaite, Jacqueline Wilson

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  Frances Hodgson Burnett's favorite theme in her fiction was the reversal of fortune, and she herself knew extremes of poverty and wealth. Born in Manchester in 1849, she emigrated with her family to Tennessee because of the financial problems caused by the cotton famine. From a young age she published her stories to help the family make ends meet. Only after she married did she publish Little Lord Fauntleroy that shot her into literary stardom. 
   
   
   
  On the surface, Frances' life was extremely successful: hosting regular literary salons in her home and travelling frequently between properties in the United Kingdom and America. But behind the colorful personal and social life, she was a complex and contradictory character. She lost both parents by her twenty-first birthday, Henry James called her "the most heavenly of women" although avoided her; prominent people admired her and there were many friendships as well as an ill-advised marriage to a much younger man that ended in heartache. Her success was punctuated by periods of depression, in one instance brought on by the tragic loss of her eldest son to consumption. 
   
   
   
  Ann Thwaite creates a sympathetic but balanced and eye-opening biography of the woman who has enchanted numerous generations of children.

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