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  The Yakuza - History and...

  Kelly Mass

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  The Yakuza were members of large-scale organized criminal syndicates based in Japan, known for their deeply entrenched criminal activities and distinctive cultural identity. Officially referred to as "violent organizations" at the request of Japanese authorities, the Yakuza bear similarities to gangsters or mafia members in the West. Their reputation is tied to strict codes of conduct, an internally hierarchical and feudal structure, and an array of unique ritual practices. Among the most notorious of these customs is *yubitsume*, the ritualistic amputation of part of the left little finger, used as a form of atonement for mistakes or failure within the organization. This physical mark is often a telling sign of membership. Yakuza members were typically described as males in sharp suits, their bodies adorned with elaborate, full-body tattoos, and their hair slicked back in a signature style. They are regarded as one of the most powerful and financially successful criminal groups in the world. 
  At the height of their influence, the Yakuza wielded considerable power both in Japan and internationally. In the early 1960s, police estimates placed the total Yakuza membership at over 200,000 members, a number that has significantly declined in recent decades. The reduction in their ranks can be attributed to a combination of economic shifts and legal reforms that made it increasingly difficult for the Yakuza to operate as they once had. Despite this, the Yakuza remain involved in a wide variety of criminal enterprises today, ranging from drug trafficking to white-collar crime, and continue to instill fear among many Japanese citizens, who view them as a persistent threat to public safety.

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  Diagnosis Human - How Unlocking...

  Amy Begel, David V. Keith

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  Diagnosis Human offers a compelling alternative to the biomedical model of mental health as it's been promoted over the last thirty years—a model which says that mental distress is a problem of chemical imbalance, or brain chemistry. Biological psychiatry focuses on quantifying the "illness" by an almost exclusive focus on symptoms. In this model, symptoms are never good. They are always seen as a sign that something is wrong with that person, a sign of pathology that must be changed. People now have a name for what they "have" and receive a prescription for it. 
   
   
   
  What may appear as intractable individual problems, however, often aren't individual problems at all. This book reveals how many of these distressing emotional states are created by nearly invisible, intimate patterns in our relationships. Diagnosis Human invites listeners into the therapist's office to be part of family therapy sessions, where they can experience practically first-hand what these intimate relationship patterns look and feel like. The authors present cases of adults dealing with depression, couples who come to therapy reeling from the betrayal of an affair, families with kids diagnosed with ADHD, teenagers with anxiety, or young children with temper tantrums. Each therapy session invites listeners to sit in as observers as the case unfolds, sometimes in dramatic fashion.

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  Prehistoric World The - Vanished...

  E. A. Allen

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  Originally published in 1885. 
  The Prehistoric World; or, Vanished Races, by E.A. Allen 
  We are told that in Tartary, each native makes the iron he needs, just as every household would make its own bread. The furnace is a very small affair, not holding more than three pounds of ore. This is filled with ore and charcoal. The bellows are used, and after the charcoal is all burned out, the result is a small piece of spongy iron, which needs only repeated heating and hammering to be made serviceable. 
  Primitive furnaces, on a somewhat larger scale, have been discovered in Switzerland. Here, the excavation was made in the side of a hill, and a rude, dome-shaped chimney built over it. We must not forget that our task ends where the historian's begins. The use of iron did not long precede history, so we have but little to describe as to the customs and manners of life during the prehistoric Iron Age.

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  The Loyalists in the American...

  Claude Halstead Van Tyne

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  The Loyalists in the American Revolution is the detailed story of the formation of the Tory or Loyalist party in the American Revolution ; its persecution by the Whigs during a long and fratricidal war, and the banishment or death of over one hundred thousand of these most conservative and respectable Americans is a tragedy but rarely paralleled in the history of the world. 
  This book includes matters necessary for an understanding of the Revolution, but hitherto, for the most part, neglected, and in many cases inaccessible.

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  Men Want A Three Piece - The...

  Dr. Dewayne T. Washington

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  Unlock the Secrets to a Happy, Fulfilling Relationship 
  If you’ve ever wanted to truly understand your man and take your relationship to the next level, Men Want a Three Piece: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Your Man is the book for you. 
  Dr. Dewayne T. Washington, a renowned relationship expert, senior pastor of the Love Church in Arlington, Texas, and 20-year veteran marriage counselor, has dedicated his career to helping couples thrive. Drawing from decades of professional counseling and personal experience, Dr. Washington delivers practical, proven insights into the simple yet profound needs of men. 
  In this game-changing guide, you’ll discover:What men really mean and how to interpret their words.How to communicate effectively with your partner.Powerful strategies to get the best out of your man.Tips on how to get men to listen and engage in conversations.How to foster meaningful conversations with your son.And so much more! 
  Dr. Washington offers a unique perspective as both an expert and a man who’s been happily married for 30 years with four children. The advice in this book has been validated by men from diverse backgrounds, making it an indispensable tool for wives, partners, and even mothers looking to connect with the men in their lives. 
  Whether you’re in a long-term relationship, newly married, or preparing for your future, Men Want a Three Piece provides you with the insights you need to foster peace, connection, and intimacy. 
  Start building the relationship of your dreams today—because understanding your man has never been easier.

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  Stories from Kathasaritasagara...

  Anusha HS

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  The book Kathasaritsagara has been created by Soma Deva. It consists of 21,500 shlokas. 
  This book Kathasaritsagara has been divided into 18 lambakaas, and those 18 lambakaas are still more divided into 125 Tharanga's. 
  Some lambakaas are very big, while some are very small. 
  If there are 115 Shlokas in the 11th Lambaka, there are around 4925 Shlokas in 12th Lambaka. 
  During ancient times from the mouth of Lord Shiva, this story got birth. Those who listen to this story will experience all sorts of worldly pleasures. They will be blessed by Lord Shiva and at last reach jnana Loka by the blessings of lord Shiva.

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