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  Ayn Rand - Objectivism and the...

  Hector Davidson

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  Ayn Rand's philosophy, known as Objectivism, centers around a few key principles: 
    
  Metaphysics: Rand asserts the primacy of existence. She argues that reality exists independent of our perceptions or beliefs, and that it is knowable through reason. 
    
  Epistemology: She champions reason as the only means of acquiring knowledge. According to Rand, reason is the faculty that identifies and integrates the material provided by our senses. 
    
  Ethics: Rand's ethical theory is based on rational self-interest or egoism. She argues that individuals should act in their own best interest, and that this is both moral and practical. The virtue of selfishness, as she terms it, means pursuing one’s own happiness as the highest moral aim. 
    
  Politics: Rand advocates for laissez-faire capitalism as the ideal political system. She believes that the government’s sole role should be to protect individual rights through the police, military, and judiciary, but not to interfere in the economy or individual choices. 
    
  Aesthetics: In her view, art is a reflection of an artist's values and vision of life. She supports Romantic Realism, where art is a representation of life as it could be and should be, celebrating human potential and achievement.

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  Three Years on the Great...

  Cristina Moon

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  At twenty-five, activist Cristina Moon faced an impossible task: preparing for the possibility of arrest and torture inside military-ruled Myanmar. Her response? Learning Buddhist meditation. So began what would become a decades-long spiritual path—eventually leading her to a Zen temple and martial arts dojo in Hawai'i with a timeless method of warrior Zen training. 
   
   
   
  Offering a bracing account of three years of mind-body-spirit training at Daihonzan Chozen-ji, a Rinzai Zen temple and martial arts dojo, Moon powerfully captures the rigors and realizations that finally shaped her into a Zen priest whose highest directive is to give fearlessness. 
   
   
   
  Told with immersive detail and an unique Asian American female perspective, Three Years on the Great Mountain chronicles Moon's straight-up-the-mountain training regimen at Chozen-ji, conducted every day and often through the nights. Through the spiritual forging of daily Zen meditation, manual labor, swordsmanship, and Japanese tea ceremony, she discovers a newfound conviction that self mastery and spiritual growth can take fierce form. Embraced by local Hawai'i and Japanese culture, and a community of discipline, respect, and discovery, she discovers a profound sense of home.

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  Beyond the Rubble - Stories from...

  Alex Tusk

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  In "Beyond the Rubble," Alex Tusk invites listeners into the heart of Gaza, weaving together powerful narratives that reveal the resilience and humanity of its people amidst conflict. Through a series of poignant stories, Tusk captures the daily lives, dreams, and struggles of individuals often overlooked by the broader narrative of war. 
  Narrated by the compelling voice of Joanne Williams, this audiobook immerses you in the rich tapestry of Gaza's experiences. Williams’ nuanced delivery brings to life the laughter, sorrow, and hope that echo through the streets and homes, transcending the physical devastation that surrounds them. 
  Join Tusk on this transformative journey that goes beyond the headlines, exploring the strength of community and the indomitable spirit of those who call Gaza home. "Beyond the Rubble" is a testament to resilience, urging us to listen and understand the stories that lie beneath the surface.

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  Quetzalcoatl - The Mesoamerican...

  Kelly Mass

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  It’s a hard name to pronounce, but hey, it’s been the legend of Native American peoples for centuries. 
  Was it a man? Was it a god? Was it a white person? Or was it some animal or strange thing? 
  Quetzalcoatl is an Aztec divine being whose name originates from the Nahuatl language and meaning "valuable snake" or "Quetzal-feathered Snake." 
  "Quetzalcoatl, in its actual sense, means'snake of valuable plumes,' but in the allegorical sense, 'best of men,'" said Ixtlilxóchitl, a descendant of Aztec royalty and history expert of the Nahua people, in the 17th century. 
  Quetzalcoatl was related to gods of the wind, the world Venus, the early morning, merchants, and arts, crafts, and knowledge amongst the Aztecs, whose beliefs are the best recorded in historic sources. 
  He was also the Aztec priesthood's client god, and also the god of research study and knowledge. 
  In addition to the gods Tlaloc, Tezcatlipoca, and Huitzilopochtli, Quetzalcoatl was just one of the most considerable gods in the Aztec temple. Quetzalcoatl's ally Tlaloc (the divine being of rain) and Quetzalcoatl's twin and psychopomp, Xolotl, the dog-headed soul-guide for the dead, are 2 other gods represented by the world Venus. 
  Apart from that, many people in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints are convinced that Quetzalcoatl was the name for Jesus, who, according to their record, the Book of Mormon, came to the American continent. 
  In this brief book, we will discuss all those convictions, myths, and background stories, so you can be informed and make up your own mind.

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  Mindfulness Meditations for...

  PETER GOLDBERG

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  Transform Your Life with Mindfulness Meditation for Anxiety 
  Discover how to embrace mindfulness and meditation to free yourself from anxiety. "Mindfulness Meditation for Anxiety" is your guide to cultivating awareness, managing emotions, and finding inner peace. 
  Inside, You'll Learn:The Power of Mindfulness: Control destructive feelings and focus on what matters.Stress Management: Reduce stress and enhance overall health.Meditation Techniques: Explore methods for relaxation and self-improvement.Self-Hypnosis: Discover this powerful tool for self-exploration.Declutter Your Mind: Train your mind to focus on the present and eliminate intrusive thoughts. 
  Benefits of This Book:Beginner-Friendly: Easy-to-follow tips and tricks for starting your mindfulness practice.Practical Strategies: Learn to cope with stress and organize your life.Transformative Insights: Embrace self-acceptance and reduce mental clutter. 
  Embrace a life of mindfulness and meditation to enjoy the present moment and reduce anxiety. 
  Click the "BUY NOW" button to start your journey with "Mindfulness Meditation for Anxiety.

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  The Half-life of Snails

  Philippa Holloway

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  'a novel that shimmers with compassion... the author has crafted a tale that will linger longer than the half-life of many other books you will read this year.' – Alex Lockwood, author of The Chernobyl Privileges
  'A careful, tender and arresting story that explores how we're formed by the places we think we own – I was moved by this suspenseful and delicate novel.' – Jenn Ashworth, author of Ghosted
  Two sisters, two nuclear power stations, one child caught in the middle...
  When Helen, a self-taught prepper and single mother, leaves her young son Jack with her sister for a few days so she can visit Chernobyl's Exclusion Zone, they both know the situation will be tense. Helen opposes plans for a new power station on the coast of Anglesey that will take over the family's farmland, and Jennifer works for the nuclear industry and welcomes the plans for the good of the economy.
  But blood is thicker than heavy water, and both want to reconnect somehow, with Jack perhaps the key to a new understanding of one another.
  Yet while Helen is forced to face up to childhood traumas, and her worst fears regarding nuclear disaster, during a trip that sees her caught up in political violence and trapped in Chernobyl's Exclusion Zone during the 2014 Euromaidan revolution, Jennifer too must discover that even the smallest decision can have catastrophic and long-lasting effects, both within the nuclear industry, and within the home.
  And Jack isn't like other five-year olds... as they will both discover with devastating consequences.

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