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  Boring Animal Facts for Sleep

  Drowsy Facts

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  Discover the calm and curious world of animals while easing yourself into a deep and peaceful sleep. This audiobook brings you a collection of boring yet intriguing animal facts—perfect for quiet evenings and bedtime listening. Each fact is presented slowly and gently, helping you relax and release the day’s stress. 
  From the slow-moving sloth to the tiny, hidden creatures of the forest and the vast herds that roam the plains, these facts focus on the simple, unhurried aspects of animal life. You’ll learn about habits, routines, habitats, and unique features of animals without any dramatic storytelling—just soft, soothing knowledge to lull you to sleep. 
  Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or someone seeking a calming bedtime routine, this audiobook is designed to help you slow down. The steady pace and gentle tone invite you to unwind as you listen to the quiet wonders of the animal kingdom. Close your eyes, listen to the calm rhythm of these facts, and let them guide you into restful, restorative sleep.

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  Ancient Australia - The World of...

  Lillian Brooks

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  Aboriginal culture is one of the oldest and most complex systems of human existence, stretching back over 60,000 years in Australia. The richness of this culture is woven through the landscape, the traditions, the language, and the deep spiritual connections the people have with the land. Far from a singular or homogeneous entity, Aboriginal culture is an intricate tapestry made up of diverse languages, customs, and belief systems that reflect the uniqueness of the many nations that have inhabited Australia for millennia. 
  At the heart of Aboriginal culture lies an unbreakable connection to Country. The concept of Country extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses the land, the waterways, the plants, the animals, and even the ancestors that reside within it. This intimate relationship shapes all aspects of life, from spiritual beliefs to daily practices. For Aboriginal people, their land is not simply a place to live, but a living entity that provides, sustains, and is cared for in return. This relationship is integral to the way Aboriginal communities structure their lives, making respect for and care of the environment a fundamental principle. 
  The Dreamtime, or the time of creation, forms the bedrock of Aboriginal spirituality and cultural practices. It is in this time that ancestral beings shaped the land, the people, and the laws that govern life. These stories, which are passed down through generations, guide and influence the way Aboriginal people live, ensuring their survival and cultural continuity. The Dreamtime is not a distant past but a present reality, interwoven with the lives of modern Aboriginal peoples.

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  The Pine Barrens

  John McPhee

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  Most people think of New Jersey as a suburban-industrial corridor that runs between New York and Philadelphia. Yet in the low center of the state is a near wilderness, larger than most national parks, which has been known since the seventeenth century as the Pine Barrens. 
   
   
   
  The term refers to the predominant trees in the vast forests that cover the area and to the quality of the soils below, which are too sandy and acid to be good for farming. On all sides, however, developments of one kind or another have gradually moved in, so that now the central and integral forest is reduced to about a thousand square miles. Although New Jersey has the heaviest population density of any state, huge segments of the Pine Barrens remain uninhabited. The few people who dwell in the region, the "Pineys," are little known and often misunderstood. Here McPhee uses his uncanny skills as a journalist to explore the history of the region and describe the people—and their distinctive folklore—who call it home.

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  Tang Dynasty - Golden Age of Art...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Tang Dynasty, one of the most prosperous and influential periods in Chinese history, lasted from 618 to 907 CE. Often referred to as a golden age, it was marked by significant cultural, political, and economic developments that shaped the trajectory of Chinese civilization. The dynasty succeeded the Sui Dynasty, which had fallen due to internal strife and excessive military campaigns, and it laid the foundation for many of the political and cultural features that would characterize Chinese history for centuries. The Tang Dynasty's legacy is still visible in the arts, governance, and cultural exchanges that continue to influence China today. 
  The founding of the Tang Dynasty is attributed to Li Yuan, who became Emperor Gaozu after a successful rebellion against the Sui Dynasty in 618. His reign was followed by that of his son, Emperor Taizong, one of the most renowned rulers in Chinese history. Under their leadership, the Tang Empire quickly expanded its territories, establishing control over much of present-day China and extending its influence across Central Asia, Korea, and parts of Southeast Asia. This expansion was not only military but also cultural, as the Tang Dynasty became a melting pot of diverse peoples, cultures, and ideas. 
  Politically, the Tang Dynasty introduced several innovations that helped maintain its stability and success. It perfected the imperial examination system, which allowed for a more meritocratic approach to selecting government officials, and it expanded the civil service, ensuring that a large and efficient bureaucracy could handle the empire’s vast territory. The legal system, known as the Tang Code, was influential in shaping the governance of China for centuries and served as a model for other East Asian countries.

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  Traveling trivia iii - the...

  Wendell Hockaday Jr.

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  This is the third and final book of Traveling Triva the interactive game for your car. This is Volume I book 3. I am working on Volume II book four now. This series entertains you and helps you along your way as you traverse through this game, we call life. This book/game includes Traveling Trivia 1,2 and 3. This interactive game is made for all ages 7 and up. Questions are set to different levels of difficulty. Question 1 is for 7–12-year-olds) question 2 is for adult) question 3 is for teenagers) question 4 is for adult. This game/book is designed for driver safety and passenger engagement. This game will test math, English, memory and logic. There are several mini games in this game, that gives you the chance to double your points. I invented this game for my 7-year-old daughter and grandchildren. I used different voices and made this game as fun as I could, considering this is a learning instrument as well.

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  Home Detox - Make Your Home a...

  CN Daniella Chace MSc, Joel...

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  A professional toxicologist and health writer offers an enlightening and accessible room-by-room guide to identifying and removing potentially toxic items, along with suggestions for safe, affordable alternatives. From the bedroom mattress and pillows to daily cleaning products for the kitchen and bath, toothbrushes, and even furniture and clothing, toxins are embedded in many products and items used regularly in the home—and they are making us sick. Home Detox is a practical, accessible guide to understanding the problem and how we can address it in our own homes in a manageable and affordable way. Daniella Chace, a professional toxicologist and health writer, teaches readers how to identify potential toxins, with an easy-to-follow, room-by-room evaluation of the "Toxic Ten" in each space. She explains the connection between toxins in everyday objects and chronic health issues such as headaches, asthma, high cholesterol, skin problems, and sleep problems and offers strategies for eliminating toxins, along with easy recipes for effective homemade cleaning solutions using essential oils, baking soda, vinegar, and other ingredients that are natural, affordable, and effective.  

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