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  Authors of the Impossible - The...

  Jeffrey J. Kripal

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  “Outstanding and almost certainly controversial. . . . [Kripal] has promise to revitalize and extend the reach of religious studies.”  —Choice Most scholars dismiss research into the paranormal as pseudoscience, a frivolous pursuit for the paranoid or gullible. Even historians of religion, whose work naturally attends to events beyond the realm of empirical science, have shown scant interest in the subject. But the history of psychical phenomena, Jeffrey J. Kripal contends, is an untapped source of insight into the sacred and by tracing that history through the last two centuries of Western thought we can see its potential centrality to the critical study of religion. Kripal grounds his study in the work of four major figures in the history of paranormal research: psychical researcher Frederic Myers; writer and humorist Charles Fort; astronomer, computer scientist, and ufologist Jacques Vallee; and philosopher and sociologist Bertrand Méheust. Through incisive analyses of these thinkers, Kripal ushers the reader into a beguiling world somewhere between fact, fiction, and fraud. The cultural history of telepathy, teleportation, and UFOs; a ghostly love story; the occult dimensions of science fiction; cold war psychic espionage; galactic colonialism; and the intimate relationship between consciousness and culture all come together in Authors of the Impossible, a dazzling and profound look at how the paranormal bridges the sacred and the scientific.   “An excellent book. . . . engaging, witty, and thoughtful.” -- Christopher Partridge, Lancaster University “[Kripal] demands nothing short of a paradigm shift in order to make sense of the odd, the anomalous, and the inexplicable.” —Catherine L. Albanese, University of California, Santa Barbara “Quietly earth-shattering.” — Victoria Nelson, author of The Secret Life of Puppets

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  Small Medium Large - How...

  Colleen A. Dunlavy

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  We live in a world of seemingly limitless consumer choice. Yet, as every shopper knows without thinking about it, many everyday goods—from beds to batteries to printer paper—are available in a finite number of "standard sizes." What makes these sizes "standard" is an agreement among competing firms to make or sell products with the same limited dimensions. But how did firms—often hotly competing firms—reach such collective agreements? 
   
   
   
  In exploring this question, Colleen Dunlavy puts the history of mass production and distribution in an entirely new light. She reveals that, despite the widely publicized model offered by Henry Ford, mass production techniques did not naturally diffuse throughout the US economy. On the contrary, formidable market forces blocked their diffusion. It was only under the cover of collectively agreed-upon, industry-wide standard sizes—orchestrated by the federal government—that competing firms were able to break free of market forces and transition to mass production and distribution. Without government promotion of standard sizes, the twentieth-century American variety of capitalism would have looked markedly less "Fordist." 
   
   
   
  Small, Medium, Large will make all of us think differently about the everyday consumer choices we take for granted.

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  White Nights

  Fyodor Dostoyevsky

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  "White Nights" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky is a poignant and introspective short story that delves into the complexities of human emotions and the transient nature of romantic connections. Set against the backdrop of St. Petersburg's nocturnal charm, the narrative follows the lonely protagonist through four consecutive white nights, where he encounters a mysterious young woman. As the two form a deep but ephemeral connection, Dostoyevsky explores themes of love, isolation, and the fleeting nature of human connections. The story unfolds with rich psychological depth, providing readers with a profound exploration of the human soul and the profound impact of chance encounters on one's emotional landscape.

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  Anxiety in Love - How to...

  Theresa B. Stevens

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  Looking for a powerful and insightful audiobook on navigating anxiety in relationships? Look no further than "Anxiety in Love" by acclaimed author Theresa B. Stevens. This groundbreaking guide offers expert advice and practical strategies for overcoming anxiety and building stronger, healthier relationships. Whether you're struggling with insecurity, jealousy, or other common relationship anxieties, this book provides the tools you need to break free from negative patterns and find lasting love and fulfillment. With engaging narration and a wealth of real-world examples, "Anxiety in Love" is an essential resource for anyone looking to improve their relationships and conquer their fears. So why wait? Download your copy today and start your journey towards a happier, more fulfilling love life!

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  The Survivor of the Holocaust

  Jack Eisner

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  When Hitler's Nazis marched into Poland, it brought an abrupt, cruel end to Jack Eisner's childhood, shattered his loving family, and turned his peaceful Jewish community into a nightmarish world of atrocity and murder. Instead of entering the Warsaw Music Conservatory, to which he'd won a scholarship, Jack found himself climbing cemetery walls, leaping over rooftops, and tunneling through sewers with a gang of fellow teenagers to smuggle food, hope, and survival into his besieged home. 
   
   
   
  Pulse-pounding and chillingly graphic, Jack's story takes you into the terror of the Warsaw ghetto . . . to the clandestine meetings with Christian friends who risk their lives to help the teenagers . . . and alongside young rebels as they raise the flag with the Star of David in the final, unforgettable moments of the daring but doomed Warsaw uprising. 
   
   
   
  From the rubble of the ghetto to the horror of the concentration and slave labor camps, The Survivor of the Holocaust is both a stunning chronicle and a poignant true story of a young man sustained by his passionate desire to be reunited with the girl he loves. It also stands as captivating memorial to the 100 members of a single family who perished, told by one among them who—pitted against overwhelming odds—clung fiercely to their life-affirming message.

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  Stress Relief Coaching Sessions...

  Think ThinkAndBloom

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  Suffering from stress and anxieties are not uncommon in our modern lives especially the times we are having right now. But we do have solutions to cure anxieties attacks and let our stress go away. 
  We do have the healing power inside that can cure any stress, anxieties, or fears. We only need to ignite our power. Through this course, we are able to tap into the infinite sources of our self-healing power, calm our minds, and attain peace of mind. 
  We will go through a “personal coaching session” addressing your anxieties and stresses that will give you a deeper understanding of the core issue. You will have a chance to let go of the mental and emotions that are related to the core. 
  After that, we will go through some deep mediations to attain a peaceful state of mind. We will calm our whole body through deep relaxation. You will experience a new level of awareness, mindfulness, and relaxation. 
  In this audiobook, you will have a “personal coaching session”Addressing the feelings behind anxieties and stressesLetting go of mental thoughts and emotions Supporting the body through deep relaxationDeclutter your mind and achieve a state of calmnessMelt away worry tension stress and anxietiesand much more 
  It is through YOU, your self-healing power heals. Our course will help you with connecting your power back. Thus, releasing all anxieties, stress, and worries achieving a new level of hope awareness and a positive future.

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