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  Timeless Adventures - The...

  Brian J. Robb

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  This critical history of Doctor Who covers the series 60 years, from the creation of the show to its triumph as Britain's number one TV drama.
  
  Opening with an in-depth account of the creation of the series within the BBC of the early 1960s, each decade of the show is tackled through a unique political and pop cultural historical viewpoint, exploring the links between contemporary Britain and the stories Doctor Who told, and how such links kept the show popular with a mass television audience.
  
  Timeless Adventures reveals how Doctor Who is at its strongest when it reflects the political and cultural concerns of a mass British audience (the 1960s, 1970s and 21st Century), and at its weakest when catering to a narrow fan-based audience (as in the 1980s). The book also addresses the cancellation of the show in the late 1980s (following the series becoming increasing self-obsessed) and the ways in which a narrowly-focused dedicated fandom contributed to the show's demise and yet was also instrumental in its regeneration for the 21st Century under Russell T. Davies, and analyses the new series to reveal what has made it so popular, reflecting real world issues like consumerism and dieting.

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  Over the Hill and Up the Wall

  Todd Alexander

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  A heart-warming journey with parents of a certain age and a son who thinks he knows best. 
   
  Of course, we love our parents. Even if they do so many things that drive us bonkers. 
   
  Like how a mother - for argument's sake, let's say mine - taps her fingernails on the car window whenever she sees a place of interest (seven taps for a regular haunt, up to twenty for somewhere fascinating). Or the way a father - let's call him Dad - practises deafness but can miraculously hear a suggestion of no ham at Christmas over the roar of cricket commentary. It might be the way your mum works herself into a tizz over a call from Azerbaijan one week and Nigeria the next. Or how your dad has an answer to everything (despite his information being forty years out of date) and 'a guy' for all fixes (if only he could find his Rolodex). 
   
  When do we stop being our parents' child and become their parent? After all, they did pretty well on their own for decades - why do they need our intervention now? And that tendency for them to drive us up the wall ... could it be because we are entering middle age and starting to recognise some of those traits in ourselves? 
   
  Over the Hill and Up the Wall is an affectionate, funny look at the frictions of taking a more active role in our elders' lives. It's a nod to every child who has waited three hours for a parent to fasten their seatbelt, and every parent whose child assumes they can't count to twenty. And, if your parents are just hitting middle age, it may well be a warning of things to come! 
   
  'Warm, witty, honest. With a healthy serving of humour, Todd Alexander has written a marvellous, touching and insightful book. You'll laugh, cry and hope your own kids love you this much. I'll be more patient with my parents after reading this' Better Reading

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  Wandering the Wards - An...

  Andy Northcott, Katie Featherstone

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  Wandering the Wards provides a detailed and unflinching ethnographic examination of life within the contemporary hospital. It reveals the institutional and ward cultures that inform the organization and delivery of everyday care for one of the largest populations within them: people living with dementia who require urgent unscheduled hospital care. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on five years of research embedded in acute wards in the UK, the authors follow people living with dementia through their admission, shadowing hospital staff as they interact with them during and across shifts. In a major contribution to the tradition of hospital ethnography, this book provides a valuable analysis of the organization and delivery of routine care and everyday interactions at the bedside, which reveal the powerful continuities and durability of ward cultures of care and their impacts on people living with dementia. 
   
   
   
  Shortlisted for the Foundation for the Sociology of Health and Illness Book Prize 2021

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  We Wanted Workers - Unraveling...

  George J. Borjas

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  We are a nation of immigrants, and we have always been concerned about immigration. As early as 1645, the Massachusetts Bay Colony began to prohibit the entry of "paupers." Today, however, the notion that immigration is universally beneficial has become pervasive. To many modern economists, immigrants are a trove of much-needed workers who can fill predetermined slots along the proverbial assembly line. 
   
   
   
  But this view of immigration's impact is overly simplified, explains George J. Borjas, a Cuban American, Harvard labor economist. Immigrants are more than just workers—they're people who have lives outside of the factory gates and who may or may not fit the ideal of the country to which they've come to live and work. Like the rest of us, they're protected by social insurance programs, and the choices they make are affected by their social environments. 
   
   
   
  In We Wanted Workers, Borjas shows that, in the grand scheme, immigration has not affected the average American all that much. But it has created winners and losers. The losers tend to be nonmigrant workers who compete for the same jobs as immigrants. And somebody's lower wage is somebody else's higher profit, so those who employ immigrants benefit handsomely. In the end, immigration is mainly just another government redistribution program.

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  Little Women Podcast: Laurie's...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Inspired by the timeless characters and poignant moments of Louisa May Alcott's classic, this audiobook delves deep into Laurie's proposal to Amy, exploring the intricate dynamics and emotional undercurrents of their relationship. 
  This audiobook was crafted with meticulous care, combining scholarly research with passionate storytelling. The analysis is presented in a captivating narrative, designed to both educate and entertain.Target Audience 
  This audiobook is ideal for literature students, book club members, and classic literature enthusiasts who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the characters and themes in "Little Women."Usage IdeasStudy Aid: Perfect for students looking to enhance their understanding of "Little Women."Book Clubs: Great for sparking discussion and providing fresh perspectives.Personal Enrichment: Ideal for anyone wanting to dive deeper into classic literature.Teaching Resource: Useful for educators teaching "Little Women."Commute Companion: Enjoy enriching content during your daily commute.GenresLiterary AnalysisEducationClassic LiteratureThemesIn-Depth AnalysisClassic LiteratureCharacter InsightsAs a long-time, die-hard Little Women fan, I LOVE this podcast! I stumbled upon it while doing research for a book series I was working on, and I am addicted! Niina is super knowledgeable in all things LW, from the book(s) to the movies and author Louisa May Alcott’s real life. I love that the discussions are based on the book and highlight the differences (sometimes controversial) between the original and newer adaptations. Highly recommended for anybody who loves getting lost in the world of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March -Jen

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  Stoicism for Beginners - The...

  Marcus Newman

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  Overwhelmed by daily chaos? 
  Modern stress stealing your joy? 
  🚨 Imagine having an unshakable inner fortress—ready for any challenge life throws at you. 
  👉 "Stoicism for Beginners" is your roadmap to lasting serenity, confidence, and resilience.🎧 Why You Need This Audiobook NOW: 
  ✅ Master Stoic Foundations – Finally stop wasting energy on what you can’t control. Gain true peace. 
  ✅ Build Unbreakable Resilience – Face life’s challenges with calm, unwavering strength. 
  ✅ Cultivate Emotional Intelligence – Forge deeper connections through self-awareness. 
  ✅ Daily Stoic Practices – Integrate ancient wisdom seamlessly into your routine. 
  ✅ Develop Mental Fortitude – Transform obstacles into fuel for growth. 
  💡 Think you're too busy? Listen anytime, anywhere—on your commute, during workouts, or while winding down. 
  ❌ Worried Stoicism is too complex? This audiobook breaks it down into simple, actionable lessons you can apply immediately. 
  ⚡ Still skeptical? Countless people have already transformed their mindset—why not you? 
  But here’s the catch: Nothing changes until you take action. 
  ⏳ Don’t wait—unlock your inner peace NOW. 
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