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  The Turpentine Tree

  Lynne Hjelmgaard

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  The Turpentine Tree is an enduring symbol of memory, fragile but enduring the passage of time and still persisting: in the title poem, Lynne Hjelmgaard describes it 'a coppery faux god / with wildly twisted branches'. It might slip into the void, but here it is for now 'flying into the eye of the storm.' Hjelmgaard employs strong, sensuous imagery to capture moments from across her remarkable life.
  These are portraits of family, friends and relationships – of Hjelmgaard's uprooted life, including a life at sea, the subsequent displacement, widowhood and search for connections. Often the remembrances in poems are sweet-bitter, recalling friends and lovers lost, including the writer's late partner Dannie Abse. These explorations of loss are extremely moving, but the poems also communicate the value of a rich bank of memories which range around from spectating on a girl being punished at camp ('Summer Camp'), a Florida roadtrip with friends ('1969'), or an 'Evening Flight from Copenhagen.' Very often the speakers are in transit, travelling through, and so the poems hold onto intense, lucid or epiphanic moments.
  There's an honesty, easiness and at times humour about the language. Vulnerability and strength walk side by side to give an extraordinary depth of experience for the reader. There's a visitation from her dead lover; her husband's spirit is safe in her wardrobe in a plastic bag; her father's ghost is on a WWII battleship in Norfolk Harbour and later waits for her in a crowd of strangers at Miami airport.
  These snapshots are sometimes based on real photographs, or at other times are imaginary photographs; Hjelmgaard questions 'Did we really exist? Yes – / the photograph answers' ('The Photograph Answers'). Threaded throughout all these memories is the gorgeous vividness of nature – the sea, animals, and creatures – which take speakers out of human concerns to a more connected relation with the world. The Turpentine Tree is about intangible presences which open up memory and move beyond it, towards a universal interconnectedness.
  How far back does grief go? What is lost, what can be found? Is memory transferred between us without words, years later, is the unsayable felt? 
  (from 'On the Atlantic Coast of Spain')
  'Lynne Hjelmgaard is truthful yet unrepentant. An American poet, determined to be alive.' - Robert Minhinnick, author of Diary of the Last Man
  'These poems keep a distinctive balance between distance and closeness – a  wide span across decades, between continents, hand in hand with crisp small moments that encapsulate a life. Closeness, too, in the intimacies at the heart of this collection, held with a lucid sensitivity that's never sentimental, staying true to individual relationships while melting into universal themes of love, loss, letting go and celebration.' -   Philip Gross, author of The Thirteenth Angel
  'Who is this person from so many places? Lynne Hjelmgaard grew up in Stuyvesant Town NYC, lived in Denmark, in Paris, in England, in the Caribbean -- did she really sail on a boat? What is she telling us? Everything she carries within, at any time. A unique, unusual life reflected on in poems of intimate address to the reader/companion. Delicate, beautiful, detailed from an amazing memory. Childhood, womanhood, children, aging, loves, mixed as everything is in the one body/mind. Tender and magical.' - Alice Notley, author of For the Ride

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  Sengoku - Warring States and the...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Sengoku period, meaning “Warring States,” was one of the most turbulent and transformative eras in Japanese history. Lasting from the mid-15th century to the early 17th century, it was marked by ceaseless conflict, shifting alliances, and the gradual disintegration of centralized authority. The roots of this period can be traced back to the decline of the Ashikaga Shogunate, the Ōnin War, and the rise of regional warlords known as daimyo, each vying for control over Japan’s fractured political landscape. 
  The Ashikaga Shogunate, which had ruled Japan since the early 14th century, gradually lost its grip on the country due to internal corruption, weak leadership, and an inability to maintain order. By the mid-15th century, the shogunate had become largely symbolic, with real power resting in the hands of feudal lords. These tensions erupted into full-scale conflict with the outbreak of the Ōnin War (1467–1477), a devastating civil war primarily fought in and around Kyoto. What began as a succession dispute within the shogunate spiraled into a nationwide conflict, leading to the destruction of Kyoto and the collapse of central authority. 
  With the Ashikaga Shogunate rendered powerless, Japan entered a chaotic era where military might determined control. Local daimyo, originally appointed as provincial governors, seized the opportunity to establish autonomous domains. These warlords fortified their territories, raised armies, and engaged in relentless battles to expand their influence. The traditional system of hereditary rule began to erode as capable military leaders, often of humble origins, overthrew established families. This period saw the rise of powerful daimyo such as the Takeda, Uesugi, and Hojo clans, each striving to dominate the fractured nation.

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  Organizational Socialization...

  Josip Listes, Antonio Sadaric,...

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  Ever wondered what it’s like to be a suitcase on its first day at work?  
  In Organizational Socialization Guide for Baggage, Luggage, and Other Containers of Emotion, we step into the wheels of a gender-neutral, ethnic-neutral, and religious-neutral Suitcase, eager to start a new job. The optimism is sky-high, as the Suitcase imagines the perfect onboarding experience—bonding with colleagues, smoothly integrating, and making sense of its role... but reality hits hard. 
  Like a chaotic airport, onboarding turns out to be full of emotional baggage claims and unexpected delays.  
  This short satire takes you through the ups and downs of onboarding from the Suitcase’s perspective.  
  With catchy rhymes, goofy humor, and clever wordplay, it’s a story every new hire, hiring manager, and HR professional can relate to—and maybe even learn from.Whether you’re starting your first day or guiding others, you’ll find this lighthearted tale hilariously relatable and surprisingly insightful. It offers laughs and lessons with a fresh take on workplace culture and the emotional baggage we all carry. Perfect for an afternoon listen, this audiobook reminds us that despite the chaos, there’s always room to improve how we welcome new faces to the team. 
  Add Organizational Socialization Guide for Baggage, Luggage, and Other Containers of Emotion to your cart for a quirky, memorable journey through onboarding and workplace socialization.

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  Dogs Will Be Dogs - A Simple...

  St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center

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  Jumping, barking, digging, chewing and house soiling are just a few of the topics covered in these two, easy-to-understand compact discs. * Leader of the Pack  * Good House Manners  * The Art of Housebreaking  * My Destructive Dog  The first step in establishing a healthy, happy relationship with your dog is understanding why he behaves the way he does. This entertaining audio program—designed for all ages—will teach you about "dogs being dogs."  Experts from St. Hubert’s Dog Training School in Madison, New Jersey—one of the largest dog training schools in America--share simple and humane techniques for gently but effectively training your four-footed friend. Hear directly from the dog’s mouth the straight scoop on canine motives and how he perceives your behavior. Learn how to communicate to your dog what you want him to do and what behaviors are acceptable.  Helping your dog become a well-behaved member of your household can be fun and rewarding—for both of you!

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  Se7en - The Ultimate Trivia...

  Film Trivia Metaverse

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  SE7EN 
  THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA COLLECTION 
    
  FROM THE MOVIE DIRECTED BY DAVID FINCHER 
    
  CREATED BY FILM TRIVIA METAVERSE 
    
  ABOUT THE FILM 
  Se7en is a psychological crime thriller directed by David Fincher. The film follows two detectives, the seasoned William Somerset and the impulsive David Mills, as they investigate a series of gruesome murders based on the seven deadly sins. The killer, known as John Doe, orchestrates his crimes as a twisted form of social commentary, leading the detectives into a dark and disturbing world. With its grim atmosphere, Se7en explores themes of morality, justice, and the human condition, using tension, suspense, and psychological horror to delve deep into the minds of both the detectives and the killer. 
    
  TRIVIA SAMPLES: 
    
  “Leland Orser prepared for his intense interrogation scene by rapidly breathing in and out to saturate his body with oxygen, enabling him to hyperventilate. Additionally, he stayed awake for several days to achieve a disoriented look for his character.” 
    
  “Initially, New Line executives were opposed to the film's ending, but Brad Pitt insisted on keeping it as is, refusing to participate if any changes were made.” 
    
  “Director David Fincher told both Kevin Spacey and Brad Pitt that while the film might not be the movie they'd be remembered for, it would be one they'd take immense pride in.” 
    
  “During the filming of the chase scene where Mills follows John Doe in the rain, Brad Pitt fell and injured his arm by smashing it through a car windshield. The injury was later incorporated into the script.”

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  Growing Marijuana For Beginners...

  Dave Abbott

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  Do you want to grow your own marijuana plants but don't know where to start? If the answer is yes, this is exactly where you should be right now. You might be hesitant because you always seem to kill that houseplant you bought or have never actually got your hands in the dirt. Whether you've grown your own plants before or lack a green thumb, this guide will help you grow your own healthy marijuana plants soon. Once you are equipped with the information given in this book and put in a little time and effort, you will be able to grow good marijuana too. You will soon learn how to grow a superior product far better than most of what is available. If you want to grow vegan buds or are just looking to grow organic marijuana, you can try it all. 
  If you look at many studies, you will find that most commercially grown marijuana has traces of pesticides and other harmful chemicals. A lot of the strains are not dried and cured properly and are rarely flushed as well. How the plants are grown, when they are harvested, etc., will affect how good the marijuana will be. When you learn how to grow it yourself, you will have control over all of these factors. This is especially important for medical marijuana patients. Growing good marijuana will help you get the most effective benefits from it.

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