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  Your Magnificent Chooser -...

  John Ortberg

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  We all have choices to make every day, even the youngest children. The choices we make play a large part in forming who we grow to be as adults. For kids, those choices can include whether to be obedient or disobedient, to share or be selfish, to have a good attitude or not, and more. John Ortberg addresses the ability to choose in a whimsical way by inviting children to use their "magnificent chooser" that God gave them to make right choices daily. Parents will love reading this book to their kids, and kids will enjoy the content while learning lessons that will stay with them throughout their lives.

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  The Family That Couldn't Sleep -...

  D.T. Max

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  For two hundred years a noble Venetian family has suffered from an inherited disease that strikes their members in middle age, stealing their sleep, eating holes in their brains, and ending their lives in a matter of months. In Papua New Guinea, a primitive tribe is nearly obliterated by a sickness whose chief symptom is uncontrollable laughter. Across Europe, millions of sheep rub their fleeces raw before collapsing. In England, cows attack their owners in the milking parlors, while in the American West, thousands of deer starve to death in fields full of grass.What these strange conditions-including fatal familial insomnia, kuru, scrapie, and mad cow disease-share is their cause: prions. Prions are ordinary proteins that sometimes go wrong, resulting in neurological illnesses that are always fatal. Even more mysterious and frightening, prions are almost impossible to destroy because they are not alive and have no DNA-and the diseases they bring are now spreading around the world.In The Family That Couldn't Sleep, essayist and journalist D. T. Max tells the spellbinding story of the prion's hidden past and deadly future. Through exclusive interviews and original archival research, Max explains this story's connection to human greed and ambition-from the Prussian chemist Justus von Liebig, who made cattle meatier by feeding them the flesh of other cows, to New Guinean natives whose custom of eating the brains of the dead nearly wiped them out. The biologists who have investigated these afflictions are just as extraordinary-for example, Daniel Carleton Gajdusek, a self-described  "pedagogic pedophiliac pediatrician" who cracked kuru and won the Nobel Prize, and another Nobel winner, Stanley Prusiner, a driven, feared self-promoter who identified the key protein that revolutionized prion study.With remarkable precision, grace, and sympathy, Max-who himself suffers from an inherited neurological illness-explores maladies that have tormented humanity for centuries and gives reason to hope that someday cures will be found. And he eloquently demonstrates that in our relationship to nature and these ailments, we have been our own worst enemy.

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  The Reader's Companion to...

  Eric Foner, John A. Garraty

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  An A-to-Z historical encyclopedia of US people, places, and events, with nearly 1,000 entries “all equally well written, crisp, and entertaining” (Library Journal).   From the origins of its native peoples to its complex identity in modern times, this unique alphabetical reference covers the political, economic, cultural, and social history of America.   A fact-filled treasure trove for history buffs, The Reader’s Companion is sponsored by the Society of American Historians, an organization dedicated to promoting literary excellence in the writing of biography and history. Under the editorship of the eminent historians John A. Garraty and Eric Foner, a large and distinguished group of scholars, biographers, and journalists—nearly four hundred contemporary authorities—illuminate the critical events, issues, and individuals that have shaped our past. Readers will find everything from a chronological account of immigration; individual entries on the Bull Moose Party and the Know-Nothings as well as an article on third parties in American politics; pieces on specific religious groups, leaders, and movements and a larger-scale overview of religion in America.   Interweaving traditional political and economic topics with the spectrum of America’s social and cultural legacies—everything from marriage to medicine, crime to baseball, fashion to literature—the Companion is certain to engage the curiosity, interests, and passions of every reader, and also provides an excellent research tool for students and teachers.

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  Coping with ADHD and Anxiety

  Dave Budinski

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  Coping with ADHD and Anxiety: Building Resilience and Unlocking Strategies to Conquer ADHD and Anxiety ChallengesEmbark on a journey towards resilience and well-being with "Coping with ADHD and Anxiety: Building Resilience and Unlocking Strategies to Conquer ADHD and Anxiety Challenges." In a world that can often feel overwhelming, this audiobook serves as your comprehensive guide to not only understanding but conquering the unique challenges posed by ADHD and anxiety.Discover empowering strategies to build resilience, navigate daily obstacles, and foster a sense of calm amidst the whirlwind of thoughts. From unlocking mindfulness techniques to developing personalized coping mechanisms, this audiobook provides a roadmap for individuals seeking to thrive in the face of ADHD and anxiety.Expertly curated and compassionately narrated, this audiobook combines practical insights, evidence-based strategies, and real-life anecdotes to guide you towards a more balanced and fulfilling life. Whether you're navigating these challenges personally or supporting someone who is, this audiobook is a beacon of guidance, offering a holistic approach to conquer the hurdles of ADHD and anxiety.Unlock the potential for resilience, reclaim control over your life, and embrace a journey towards well-being with "Coping with ADHD and Anxiety." It's time to conquer challenges and emerge stronger on the other side.

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  Eating Wisdom

  M.D. Andrew Weil

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  One of life's greatest pleasures is eating, according to Weil, who cuts through the national obsession with diet and weight like a knife through an overripe papaya. Dr. Andrew Weil believes there doesn't have to be a distinction between healthy food and pleasurable food. His sensible advice stems from a belief in a natural, balanced approach to health and healing.

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  Life in the UK 2019 Test

  Hugh Lewis, Seb

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  Quite simply the ONLY book you need to pass the Life in the UK Test. 
  It includes everything you need in just the one eBook. You do not need to buy anything else. 
  Key features:The complete Official Material, updtaed in May 2019Lists to help you with these sneaky last minute revision12 complete tests to the official standard 
  Learn effectively 
  With this book, you not only receive the entire official material to study, but you also revision guides such as lists of Kings and Queens, main historical characters, Key dates etc. 
  Practice and build your confidence 
  With 12 complete tests using the official standard of questions, you have ample material to revise, challenge your growing knowledge and ensure you are ready for the test. 
  I am confident that with this single book, you are well equipped to absolutely succeed first time you visit the test centre.

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