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  For and against a united Ireland

  Fintan O'Toole, Sam McBride

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  The prospect of Irish unification is now stronger than at any point since partition in 1921. Voters on both sides of the Irish border may soon have to confront for themselves what the answer to a referendum question would mean - for themselves, for their neighbours, and for their society.Journalists Fintan O'Toole and Sam McBride examine the strongest arguments for and against a united Ireland. What do the words 'united Ireland' even mean? Would it be better for Northern Ireland? Would it improve lives in the Republic of Ireland? And could it be brought about without bloodshed?O'Toole and McBride each argue the case for and against unity, questioning received wisdom and bringing fresh thinking to one of Ireland's most intractable questions.

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  The Initiates of the Flame

  Manly P. Hall

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  The Initiates of the Flame is a timeless exploration into the hidden teachings of the mystery schools, tracing their origin from ancient Egypt and Atlantis through to the modern Western esoteric tradition. This work reveals the spiritual lineage connecting Hermes, Osiris, the Christ Mystery, and the inner path of the initiate. Rich with allegory and esoteric insight, the text serves as a guide to the sacred fire within—the divine spark that transforms the seeker through trials, symbols, and inner awakening. It is not merely a book of knowledge, but a manual of initiation for those drawn to the deeper purpose of life.

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  The Inheritors of Rome

  Nick Holmes

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  WHAT HAPPENED AFTER ROME FELL? 
   
  In The Inheritors of Rome, Nick Holmes concludes his series on the Fall of the Roman Empire with a bold and thought-provoking examination of the world that followed the fall. 
   
  From the collapse of Roman civilization to the rise of Charlemagne's empire, from the explosive expansion of early Islam to the resilience of Byzantium, and from the devastation of the Vikings to the birth of medieval Europe, he paints a sweeping, interconnected portrait of a world in upheaval.Holmes sheds new light on forgotten turning points, revealing how environmental pressures, religious conflict, economic dislocation, and cultural reinvention laid the foundations for modern Europe and Islam.Challenging traditional narratives and rich with fresh insight, The Inheritors of Rome is essential for anyone curious about how catastrophe gave rise to new civilizations—and how the echoes of that transformation still shape our world today.

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  The New Middle East - What...

  James L. Gelvin

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  In the second edition of The New Middle East, renowned scholar James L. Gelvin explains how in the aftermath of the collapse of the USSR, the American invasion of Iraq, and the Arab uprisings of 2010-11, a new Middle East has emerged. Syria, Libya, and Yemen have become "crisis states," where warlords vie against governments and each other. The economies of Iran, Turkey, and Lebanon, weakened by corruption, sanctions, and neoliberal economic policies, have imploded. Some states have doubled-down on repression, while others intervene in the internal affairs of their neighbors with impunity. 
   
   
   
  This edition explores these hallmarks of the New Middle East, along with the end of American hegemony in the region, the expansion of "conflict zones," the continued centrality of the Saudi-Iranian competition, and the ramifications of the breakdown of the Israel-Palestine peace process. It also highlights the crisis of human security brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, bad governance, stagnant economies, poor healthcare and educational delivery systems, climate change, food and water insecurity, population growth and imbalance, and the unprecedented displacement of populations. Gelvin outlines the social, political, and economic contours of the New Middle East, illuminating the current crisis in the region and exploring how it is likely to evolve in the decades to come.

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  Mindfulness for Beginners - A...

  Graham Cann

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  Are you struggling with worry and anxiety? 
  Is the amount of stress in your life causing you sleepless nights? 
  Are you troubled by restlessness and frustration? 
  In a world characterised by constant distractions and a never-ending stream of information, finding a sense of inner peace and focus has become increasingly challenging. ‘Mindfulness for Beginners’ is your essential companion on the journey to cultivating mindfulness and rediscovering the power of the present moment. 
  Graham Cann brings experience gained over fifty years in this comprehensive and accessible guide. Whether you are new to the concept or seeking a fresh perspective, this book offers a wealth of insights, techniques, and practical exercises that will gently usher you into the realm of mindfulness. 
  With a blend of ancient wisdom and modern psychology, ‘Mindfulness for Beginners’ offers:Foundations of Mindfulness: Delve into the core principles of mindfulness, unravelling its history and philosophy. Understand how mindfulness can reshape your relationship with thoughts, emotions, and experiencesPractical Techniques: Learn a variety of mindfulness practices, from focused breathing and body scans to mindful observation and meditation. Each technique is explained in simple terms, making it easy to incorporate into your daily routineCultivating Awareness: Explore how mindfulness enhances your self-awareness, allowing you to recognise and shift automatic patterns of thinking and behaviour 
  If making progress to a newer you is something you desire, then you’ll love Graham Cann’s ‘Mindfulness for Beginners'.

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  90 Degrees to Zamboanga -...

  Rick Bibbero

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  Sometimes comedic and sometimes deadly serious; the story is told by one of its major participants. Naive college students in the late 1960s, looking for excitement and adventure, smuggle kilos of marijuana on their backs over the Mexican border and into the United States. This memoir follows their lives, the cast of characters they meet along the way, and their smuggling adventures for the next two decades as their business ventures rise and fall and their escapades circle the globe, developing into a major criminal enterprise."November 1974: we were still ten days sail from our destination in Thailand where the four of us planned to load our 41-foot sailboat with a ton of the best marijuana on the face of the planet. This would be the largest single load of Thai sticks ever brought to the U.S. to date… if we made it home to California. However, we'd just survived a category four storm that had battered us and left all of our primary navigational equipment waterlogged and useless and us lost somewhere in the Sulu Sea. I figured that we may have been blown some 200 miles off course to the south and were now in some of the most notorious pirate infested waters in the world.

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