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  The Synesthesia Experience -...

  Maureen Seaberg

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  A violinist sees a scarlet form when he plays a certain note; a rock star sees waves of blue and green as he composes a ballad; an actress tastes cake when she utters the word "table." Described by some as a superpower this mingling of the senses is called "synesthesia," and the people who possess this amazing gift are called "synesthetes." 
   
   
    
  What happens when a journalist turns her lens on a mystery happening in her own life? Maureen Seaberg did just that and lived for a year exploring her synesthesia. The wondrous brain trait is often described as blended senses, but for Maureen, synesthesia is not an idle "brain tick" that can be explained away by science (although it does offer some important clues). It is a unique ability to tap into and reveal a greater creative universe and even the divine. 
   
   
   
  Join her as she visits top neuroscientists, rock stars, violinists, other synesthetes, philosophers, savants, quantum physicists, and even Tibetan lamas in her journey toward the truth. 
   
   
   
  Step into Maureen's shimmering alternate universe as she explores this fascinating subject, combining clear explanations of groundbreaking scientific research with an exploration of deeper understanding of our senses.

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  Carnival

  Seamus Cashman

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  Seamus Cashman comes from the village of Conna in County Cork. Educated att the local primary school, where his father was 'The Master', and at St. Colman's College, Fermoy, he also studied for the priesthood at Maynooth College but left after three years. 
  Having obtained a higher diploma in edication at University College, Cork, he spent two 'glorious' years in the mountains of southern Tanzania learning and teaching. He subsequently taught at St. Colman's, Fermoy before joining the newly established academic publishing house, Irish University Press in Dublin. When it closed seven years later, there was a period of unemployment before he set ip his own publishing house, Wolfhound Press. He lives in Portmarnock, County Dublin where he is married with three children. 
  The poems in this collection are new and old, and in essence are "attempts to delve into those personal and race memories that from time to time disturb our complacency, or that reflect some of the pleasure there is in remembering one's moments of wisdom amidst the decades of foolishness." 
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  Audiobook recorded by Adam Shanahan, Dublin, Ireland.

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  The Nicomachean Ethics

  Aristotle

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  This landmark work from the ancient Greek philosopher takes an in-depth look at the goal of life: happiness. One of Aristotle’s most widely read and influential works, The Nicomachean Ethics examines how to live well and be a good person. Aristotle explores the nature of happiness and how we achieve it. He discusses numerous moral virtues, such as courage, temperance, liberality, and magnanimity, as well as their corresponding vices. He also elucidates the concepts of pleasure, love, and friendship. The Nicomachean Ethics is considered one of the most important philosophical works in history. It influenced the Middle Ages as well as modern philosophy and European law and theology.

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  Hearts of the Crown: Royal...

  James G. Edwards II

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  Hearts of the Crown: Royal Romances That Shaped Nations 
  True love stories that changed history—and the world. 
  When kings and queens followed their hearts, empires trembled, alliances shifted, and history was rewritten. Hearts of the Crown uncovers the most captivating royal romances that defined destinies, toppled thrones, and forever altered nations. 
  From King Edward VIII’s shocking abdication for Wallis Simpson to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s enduring love that strengthened an empire, these real-life love stories reveal how passion and politics collided behind palace doors. 
  Explore the forbidden affairs, arranged marriages, and secret relationships that influenced diplomacy, inspired revolutions, and tested the limits of loyalty and power. 
  Perfect for fans of The Crown, Victoria, and royal biography books, Hearts of the Crown blends historical nonfiction and human emotion to show how love—whether scandalous or strategic—shaped the fate of monarchies across Europe and beyond.

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  The Shocking Truth about Media Bias

  Zoey Fraisers

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  The media plays an essential role in shaping public perception, influencing opinions, and determining which issues receive attention. Every day, millions of people rely on news outlets to stay informed, trusting that journalists will present facts objectively. However, the reality is far more complex. Media bias is an undeniable force that affects how stories are reported, which facts are emphasized, and how narratives are framed. This bias can be subtle or overt, intentional or unintentional, but its consequences are profound.  
    
  Throughout history, media bias has been used as a tool for persuasion, propaganda, and agenda-setting. Governments, corporations, and interest groups have long recognized the power of controlling information. Whether through selective reporting, misleading headlines, or emotional language, media outlets can manipulate public sentiment. The question is not whether bias exists, but how it manifests and how it influences society.  
    
  One of the biggest challenges in recognizing bias is its ability to blend seamlessly into seemingly objective reporting. The way a journalist chooses to present a story—what details they include, the sources they cite, and even the language they use—can subtly push readers or viewers toward a particular perspective. Some media organizations openly align with political ideologies, while others claim impartiality but still reflect the interests of their ownership or advertisers. In a time when trust in journalism is declining, it is crucial to understand how bias operates and how to separate fact from opinion. 

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  Joseph Beuys: A short biography...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Joseph Beuys, German artist legend and political activist: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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