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  The Human Condition - Exploring...

  John Harpoon

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  This book contains the following four titles: 
  - The Cereal Killer: The invention of breakfast cereal marked a turning point in modern eating habits, blending health-conscious innovation with industrial progress. During the late 19th century, many Americans consumed heavy, meat-based breakfasts, which were criticized by health reformers for contributing to widespread digestive issues and lethargy. It was against this backdrop that breakfast cereal was born—a light, convenient, and nutritious alternative that would revolutionize morning meals. 
  - The Millennial Methuselah: The story of the woman destined for a millennium begins in an unassuming town, far removed from the glare of the modern world. Born in an era where tradition met the dawn of technological innovation, her arrival into the world was marked by a profound sense of wonder. Family and friends often recalled the unusual calmness that surrounded her birth, as if the universe had whispered its secrets into her soul. 
  - Perplexing Passings: Unsolved mysteries hold a unique and enduring fascination, inviting us into a world where questions linger and definitive answers seem perpetually out of reach. These enigmas, spanning unexplained deaths, puzzling disappearances, and baffling phenomena, captivate our imagination by defying the order and logic we strive to impose on life. Each unresolved case becomes more than a story; it transforms into a puzzle that teases the intellect and stirs the emotions. 
  - The Unreachable Riches: Throughout history, the allure of hidden treasure has captured the human imagination like few other pursuits. Tales of vast riches buried beneath shifting sands, concealed within uncharted jungles, or locked away in remote mountain fortresses have been passed down through generations.

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  Audio Snaps Volume Two - the...

  Simon Napier-Bell

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  Audio Snaps is a series of 100-minute audio books, each featuring a dozen or so stories from each of my five books. Black Vinyl White Powder is a bit different from the other books in that it was written as a continuous narrative moving through story after story. So the best way to fit it into the formula for the series was simply to read the first six chapters (later, I'll do the rest of the book). Black Vinyl White Powder is a history of the British pop music with insight into the recreational drugs of the the day and their relevance. Since I was there, and a part of it, it's very much written from my own point of view. The reviews when it was first published were exceptional, for instance - "One of the most authoritative, intelligent, diligently researched, 
  conscientiously indexed, and thoroughly unpretentious disquisitions on 
  the history of the British pop scene yet written." SUNDAY TELEGRAPH - "Napier-Bell provides a one-stop-shop education in what the music business – as opposed to the music itself – has always been about: get rich, get high, get laid." THE INDEPENDENT - "His preoccupation with trivia is what makes his book so compelling and informative. Napier-Bell knows that if you scratch the surface of pop music you will find more surface." TIMES HIGHER EDUCATIONAL SUPPLEMENT.

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  Blackhorse Tales - Stories of...

  Don Snedeker

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  The war stories and combat narratives of the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment during five-and-a-half years of combat in Vietnam. 
   
   
   
  When the US Army went to war in South Vietnam in 1965, the general consensus was that counterinsurgency was an infantryman's war; if there were any role at all for armored forces, it would be strictly to support the infantry. However, from the time the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment arrived in country in September 1966, troopers of the Blackhorse Regiment demonstrated the fallacy of this assumption. By the time of Tet '68, the Army's leadership began to understand that the Regiment's mobility, firepower, flexibility, and leadership made a difference on the battlefield well beyond its numbers. 
   
   
   
  Over the course of the 11th Cavalry's five-and-a-half years in combat in South Vietnam and Cambodia, over 25,000 young men served in the Regiment. Their stories—and those of their families—represent the Vietnam generation in graphic, sometimes humorous, often heart-wrenching detail. Collected by the author through hundreds of in-person, telephone, and electronic interviews over a period of twenty-five-plus years, these "war stories" provide context for the companion volume, The Blackhorse in Vietnam.

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  Blackmail - Using Threats of...

  Cito Harder

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  Blackmail is a crime rooted in power, fear, and manipulation. At its core, it relies on the psychological leverage one person holds over another, using threats of exposing damaging information to force compliance. Understanding the psychology of blackmail requires examining both the mindset of the blackmailer and the emotional turmoil experienced by the victim. Unlike outright theft or violence, blackmail is a more insidious form of coercion, exploiting secrets, shame, and social consequences to exert control. 
  The blackmailer operates from a position of perceived dominance. They recognize that their victim has something to lose—be it their reputation, career, relationships, or financial stability. The effectiveness of blackmail depends on the victim’s fear of exposure and their willingness to go to great lengths to avoid it. Many blackmailers justify their actions by believing they are simply taking advantage of an opportunity rather than committing an outright crime. They may rationalize their behavior as a means to an end, whether for financial gain, revenge, or power. Some blackmailers thrive on control, deriving psychological satisfaction from watching their victims squirm under pressure. 
  On the other side, the victim experiences a profound psychological burden. Fear and anxiety consume their thoughts as they weigh the consequences of giving in to the blackmailer’s demands versus resisting them. The secrecy surrounding blackmail can make victims feel trapped and isolated, preventing them from seeking help. Guilt and shame often play a role, especially if the information being used against them is tied to personal failings or socially unacceptable behavior. Even when victims know they are being manipulated, the sheer terror of exposure can push them into compliance, making blackmail an effective tool of coercion.

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  Dark Psychology - Influencing...

  Wesley Felt

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  Deception, as defined by the dictionary, involves intentionally leading someone to believe something that is untrue. This act is deeply ingrained in human nature, allowing anyone to practice it. Deception can engage either the mind or emotions, leveraging our desire for knowledge or information to manipulate us. When deception targets the mind, it often comes in the form of false or distorted information presented as "knowledge." 
    
  When aimed at the body, deception involves persuading someone to undertake actions that have concealed negative consequences. However, the gravest form of deception affects the human spirit. This form is particularly serious because it can influence one’s ultimate fate, even though many people trivialize spiritual matters due to deceptive beliefs. 
  Self-deception occurs when we deceive ourselves into accepting false claims about ourselves as true. This process involves convincing ourselves of a truth that is not actually true, effectively hiding our self-awareness of the deception. Self-deception is a strategic way of maintaining belief in the stories we tell ourselves. If successful, it reduces the likelihood of revealing our true nature, much like overconfidence and optimism. Though similar to these biases, self-deception has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. 
    
  An inflated sense of self-belief can enhance our overall well-being by helping us cope with stress, increasing our persistence in challenging tasks, and encouraging us to seek new experiences. However, when deceit pervades our lives and the lives of those around us, it undermines trust and complicates our existence. While optimism about a bright future is appealing, self-deception can lead to significant disappointments when reality confronts us.

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  Her First Roommate - FF First Time

  Rainbow Press

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  College is all about self-discovery… and discovering your hot roommate. 
    
  Laura is already in the dorm when her new roommate enters, skanky schoolgirl outfit and all. Becky gets comfortable immediately, including her sensual habit of sleeping in the buff. 
    
  After their first day classes, Laura and Becky go out for some roommate bonding, and Laura has her first taste of beer. It doesn’t take long for the booze to go straight to her head… and reveal that she isn’t straight, after all. 
    
  The car ride back steams up the windows, and the dorms are about to get heated.

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