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  A Rare Recording of BF Skinner

  B.F. Skinner

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  B.F. Skinner (March 20, 1904 - August 18, 1990) was an American psychologist, behaviorist, author, inventor, and social philosopher. Considering free will to be an illusion, Skinner saw human action as dependent on consequences of previous actions, a theory he would articulate as the principle of reinforcement: If the consequences to an action are bad, there is a high chance the action will not be repeated; if the consequences are good, the probability of the action being repeated becomes stronger. Contemporary academia considers Skinner, along with John B. Watson and Ivan Pavlov, a pioneer of modern behaviorism. The following speech was recorded in 1990, shortly before his death.

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  Ending Isolation - The Case...

  Christopher William Blackwell,...

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  The injustice and cruelty of the US carceral system find their barbaric apogee in the practice of solitary confinement. Once deemed a form of torture by the US Supreme Court, "the hole" is still wrongly used as a solution to prison overcrowding and violence. But locking someone in a cell the size of a parking space for months or years causes profound psychological harm. For Christopher Blackwell, it was a harrowing ordeal that changed his life forever. Ending Isolation weaves Chris's vivid account with other stories from solitary, alongside insights from legal and medical experts. Through these narratives and undeniable research, the book makes a powerful case for abolishing this cruel and unusual punishment.

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  Congress of Vienna The: The...

  Charles River Editors

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  To the extent the Congress of Vienna is remembered today, it’s often portrayed as an international meeting that assembled after the fall of Napoleon to cement the balance of power within Europe in the wake of the French Empire, but it actually started in 1814 after Napoleon was exiled to Elba. Convened and led by Austria’s Prince Klemens von Metternich between September 1814 and June 1815, representatives from virtually every European state met in the Austrian capital to redraw the continent’s borders, restore various governments, resolve territorial disputes, and establish an agreement that would prevent another major conflict. Although the negotiations frequently became contentious and were interrupted by Napoleon's dramatic return from exile, the settlement ultimately produced a status quo that directly influenced everything in Europe that has happened since.  
  	The challenges confronting the Congress of Vienna went far beyond what to do about the defeated French. Poland and Saxony became the subjects of intense disputes, the future organization of the fractured German states remained unclear, the Italian peninsula was still subjected to multiple claims, and several smaller nations sought to benefit in various ways despite the dominance of the major powers. Of course, each government approached the negotiations with its own objectives, with Austria hoping to preserve its influence in Central Europe, Russia seeking to expand its authority further west, Prussia seeking compensation for its sacrifices during the Napoleonic Wars, and the British aiming to prevent another European nation from challenging them. Even the French, represented by the experienced diplomat Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand, had an influential voice in the negotiations by exploiting disagreements among the victorious allies.

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  The Art of the Novel

  Milan Kundera

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  “Incites us to reflect on fiction and philosophy, knowledge and truth, and brilliantly illustrates the art of the essay.” — The New Republic 
  ""Every novelist's work contains an implicit vision of the history of the novel, an idea of what the novel is. I have tried to express the idea of the novel that is inherent in my own novels."" — Milan Kundera 
  Kundera brilliantly examines the evolution, construction, and essence of the novel as an art form through the lens of his own work and through the work of such important and diverse figures as Rabelais, Cervantes, Sterne, Diderot, Flaubert, Tolstoy, Musil, Kafka, and perhaps the least known of all the great novelists of our time, Hermann Broch. 
  Kundera's discussion of his own work includes his views on the role of historical events in fiction, the meaning of action, and the creation of character in the post-psychological novel.

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  Vladimir Lenin - The Russian...

  Kelly Mass

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  Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov, known by his revolutionary name Lenin, was a pivotal figure in Russian history and a key architect of the Soviet Union. Born on April 22, 1870, in Simbirsk, Russia, Lenin came from an upper-middle-class family. His life and legacy are closely intertwined with the establishment of the first socialist state in the modern world. From 1917 until his death in 1924, Lenin served as the head of government of Soviet Russia, and later the Soviet Union, where he oversaw the transformation of the country into a one-party socialist state ruled by the Communist Party. 
  Lenin’s path to power was shaped by both personal tragedy and intellectual transformation. The execution of his older brother, Alexander, in 1887 for attempting to assassinate Tsar Alexander III profoundly impacted Lenin, pushing him toward revolutionary socialist ideas. In his youth, Lenin showed promise as a student but was expelled from Kazan Imperial University for his involvement in anti-Tsarist protests. He subsequently pursued a legal degree, which laid the groundwork for his later work as a political theorist. By 1893, he had moved to Saint Petersburg, where he became deeply involved in Marxist activism, organizing workers and intellectuals against the oppressive Tsarist regime.

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  ADHD For Dummies

  Jeff Strong, LCSW Carol MacHendrie

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  Demystify ADHD with simple explanations of the basics and the latest research 
   
   
   
  Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most globally prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders. ADHD For Dummies explores living a healthy and fulfilling life with ADHD, from seeking diagnosis to choosing the right treatment path for you or your loved one. You'll hear about the latest in ADHD research, equipping you with valuable knowledge as you care for a child with ADHD or explore your own ADHD symptoms as an adult. This book provides the answers you need on how to deal with day-to-day challenges at home, school, and work, and how to find support and counseling. With appropriate management, anyone can live a great life with ADHD. 
   
   
   
  ● Learn what ADHD is—and what it isn't 
   
   
   
  ● Get up to date with the latest information on ADHD, including medications and non-medical treatments 
   
   
   
  ● Find the right professional to help you get the support you or your children need 
   
   
   
  This is the perfect Dummies guide for both parents of children with ADHD and adults with ADHD looking to learn more. Teachers, counselors, and therapists—this is also a great resource to educate yourself and your clients.

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