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  Japan - The Rise and Fall of...

  History Retold

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  Curious about Edo's isolation, shogunate rise, and cultural zenith? 
  Intrigued by geisha and their artistry in traditional performing arts? 
  Seeking insight into Zen Buddhism's profound impact on Japan? 
  If so, this book is for you! 
  Embark on a mesmerizing journey delving into Japan's captivating history, where the allure of geisha and the profound wisdom of Zen philosophy beckon. Propel yourself through time, leaping from the realm of ancient samurai and shoguns to the forefront of Japan's modern prowess. Immerse in the graceful tapestry of timeless art forms, where the echoes of feudal battles resound, and the unwavering spirit of resilience shapes destinies. 
  This book serves as your portal to a realm of wonder, weaving narratives that electrify the enigma of Japan's heritage. Its pages illuminate history in vibrant hues. Whether you're an intrepid seeker or a steadfast devotee of history, this volume thrusts you into the core of Japan's enthralling narrative. 
  Together we will explore:Shinto Origins and Imperial Dynasties: Unveiling Ancient BeginningsFeudal Epoch: Samurai, Shoguns, and Isolation's VeilEdo's Cultural Blossom: Art, Geisha, and Timeless ExpressionZen's Spirituality: Guiding Influence and Resonant PowerMeiji Rebirth: Modernization's Dawn and Global AscentPost-War Revival: Echoes of World War II and Resilient RenewalAnime and Manga: Unleashing Creative Currents in Modern CultureEnduring Traditions: Tea Ceremonies, Craftsmanship's Timeless CraftsmanshipAnd Much More 
  Seize the moment, and embark on an expedition charged with the essence of geisha mystique and the transformative power of Zen philosophy, flowing through the currents of time. 
  Scroll up and get your copy now!

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  Undercover Angels - Virginia...

  Davis Truman

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  Step into the covert world of World War II's untold heroes, the female agents of the Special Operations Executive (SOE). While history often overlooks their pivotal roles, these daring women defied societal norms and infiltrated enemy lines, rewriting the rules of warfare. 
  "Undercover Angels: Virginia Hall And The Spy Women Who Fought The Nazis During World War II" uncovers their remarkable journey, from recruitment to undercover operations and imprisonment. Drawing from classified documents and personal accounts, this gripping tale reveals their dual identity as combatants and strategic spies, leveraging femininity as a formidable weapon. 
  Explore how these extraordinary women challenged perceptions of wartime roles, leaving a legacy that continues to captivate the world's imagination, morphing from combatants into the enigmatic realm of espionage.

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  How to Analyze People with Dark...

  Lucas W. Carnegie

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  Are you tired of being manipulated by people with dark intentions? Have you ever wondered how to spot the signs of gaslighting and manipulation before it's too late? Do you want to master emotional intelligence and become an expert at reading body language, NLP secrets, facial expressions, and hypnosis? 
  If you answered yes to any of these questions, then "How to Analyze People With Dark Psychology: Gaslighting and Manipulation" is the book for you. Inside, you'll discover powerful techniques and strategies to help you protect yourself from those who seek to control and manipulate you. You'll learn how to identify and analyze dark psychology techniques, including gaslighting, manipulation, and emotional abuse. With this knowledge, you'll be able to defend yourself against toxic people and create healthier relationships. 
  In "How to Analyze People with Dark Psychology," you'll find everything you need to know to become an expert at emotional intelligence and spotting manipulation. So why wait? Get your copy today and start taking control of your life! 
  Remember, knowledge is power, and with this book, you'll have the power to protect yourself from the dangers of dark psychology.

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  Pansy - A Black American Memoir

  Jasper Joyner, Jaz Joyner

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  "A captivating ode to the constant work of becoming—and understanding—oneself." PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 
  PANSY is a non-linear, episodic story that combines poetry, cultural criticism, and essays. It follows Black transmasc, southern writer Jasper as they fumble through an awkward Memphis upbringing in the 90s and early aughts, an insufferable Nashville PWI, and a fierce NYC queer awakening, all with a poignant throughline on Black exceptionalism, focused on Jasper's wildly agonizing first publishing experience with JUNIPER LEAVES.

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  On the Genealogy of Morality

  Friedrich Nietzsche

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  In 1887, with the perspective on enhancing and finishing specific new tenets which he had simply outlined in Past Great and Fiendishness (see particularly Axiom 260), Nietzsche distributed The Parentage of Ethics. This work is maybe the most un-aphoristic, in structure, of every one of Nietzsche's creations. For scientific influence, all the more particularly in those parts where Nietzsche analyzes the austere ideal, The Lineage of Ethics is unmatched by some other of his works; and, in the light which it tosses upon the mentality of the ecclesiast to the man of disdain and mishap, it is one of the most important commitments to sacerdotal brain science 
  Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche was a German rationalist, social pundit and philologist whose work has applied a significant impact on current scholarly history. He started his vocation as a traditional philologist prior to going to theory.

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  Dialogue with a Somnambulist -...

  Chloe Aridjis

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  Renowned internationally for her lyrically unsettling novels, PEN/Faulkner Award winner Chloe Aridjis now presents her first collection of shorter works, with an introduction by Tom McCarthy 
   
   
   
  Chloe Aridjis's stories and essays are known to transport readers into liminal, often dreamlike, realms. In this collection of works, we meet a woman guided only by a plastic bag drifting through the streets of Berlin who discovers a nonsense-named bar that is home to papier-mâché monsters and one glass-encased somnambulist. Floating through space, cosmonauts are confronted not only with wonder and astonishment, but tedium and solitude. And in Mexico City, stray dogs animate public spaces, "infusing them with a noble life force." In her pen portraits, Aridjis turns her eye to expats and outsiders, including artists and writers such as Leonora Carrington, Mavis Gallant, and Beatrice Hastings. 
   
   
   
  Exploring the complexity of exile and urban alienation, Dialogue with a Somnambulist showcases "the rare writer who reinvents herself in each book" (Garth Greenwell) and who is as imaginatively at home in the short form as in her longer fiction.

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