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  The Nail in the Skull and Other...

  Simon Young

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  In the last fifty years, folklorists have amassed an extraordinary corpus of contemporary legends including "the Choking Doberman," "the Eaten Ticket," and "the Vanishing Hitchhiker." But what about the urban legends of the past? These legends and tales have rarely been collected, and when they occasionally appear, they do so as ancestors or precursors of the urban legends of today, rather than as stories in their own right. 
   
   
   
  In The Nail in the Skull and Other Victorian Urban Legends, Simon Young fills this gap for British folklore (and for the wider English-speaking world) of the 1800s. Young introduces seventy Victorian urban legends ranging from "Beetle Eyes" to the "Shoplifter's Dilemma" and from "Hands in the Muff" to "the Suicide Club." While a handful of these stories are already known, the vast majority have never been identified, and they have certainly never received scholarly treatment. 
   
   
   
  Young begins the volume with a lengthy introduction assessing nineteenth-century media, emphasizing the importance of the written word to the perpetuation and preservation of these myths. He draws on numerous nineteenth-century books, periodicals, and ephemera, including digitized newspaper archives—particularly the British Newspaper Archive, an exciting new hunting ground for folklorists.

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  Himalaya Teacher of Life -...

  Tereza Namituche

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  🌿 A Journey Beyond the Classroom – Lessons from the Himalaya 🏔️ 
  What if the greatest teacher isn’t found in books, but in the towering mountains, the whispering winds, and the depths of your own soul? 
  In Himalaya Teacher of Life, Tereza Namituche takes you on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, resilience, and wisdom, inspired by real experiences in the breathtaking landscapes of the Himalaya. Through profound lessons and reflections, this book explores how nature, silence, and adventure can be our most powerful guides. 
  ✨ Whether you’re a traveler, a seeker, or simply someone looking for deep insights into life, this audiobook will inspire you to embrace new perspectives and reconnect with what truly matters. 
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  Busted - A Tale of Corruption...

  Anonimo

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  In the vein of Erin Brockovich, The Departed, and T. J. English's Savage City comes Busted, the shocking true story of the biggest police corruption scandal in Philadelphia history, a tale of drugs, power, and abuse involving a rogue narcotics squad, a confidential informant, and two veteran journalists whose reporting drove a full-scale FBI probe, rocked the City of Brotherly Love, and earned a Pulitzer Prize . 
  In 2003, Benny Martinez became a Confidential Informant for a member of the Philadelphia Police Department's narcotics squad, helping arrest nearly 200 drug and gun dealers over seven years. But that success masked a dark and dangerous reality: the cops were as corrupt as the criminals they targeted. 
  In addition to fabricating busts, the squad systematically looted mom-and-pop stores, terrorizing hardworking immigrant owners. One squad member also sexually assaulted three women during raids. Frightened for his life, Martinez turned to Philadelphia Daily News reporters Wendy Ruderman and Barbara Laker. 
  Busted chronicles how these two journalists—both middle-class working mothers—formed an unlikely bond with a convicted street dealer to uncover the secrets of ruthless kingpins and dirty cops. Professionals in an industry shrinking from severe financial cutbacks, Ruderman and Laker had few resources—besides their own grit and tenacity—to break a dangerous, complex story that would expose the rotten underbelly of a modern American city and earn them a Pulitzer Prize. A page-turning thriller based on superb reportage, illustrated with eight pages of photos, Busted is modern true crime at its finest. 

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  Memory Improvement For Kids -...

  Lisa Marshall

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  Discover a Perfect Toolbox Filled With Proven Methods to Boost Your Child's Memory and Intelligence! 
  If your little one struggles to remember things or seems uninterested and absent while learning new things, there is no reason for panic. 
  There are so many distractions around them in today's world, and naturally, their minds continuously drift towards the nearest distraction. 
  Would you like for your child to focus easily? Would you like to improve their memory? Would you like to boost their intelligence? 
  If so, then you are in the right place because this book has precisely what you need to transform your little one into a genius. 
  In Memory Improvement for Kids, a renowned parenting coach and Author expert in Parenting & Relationships, Lisa Marshall offers a collection of proven techniques for expanding your child's mind and boosting their brainpower. 
  Now, with her proven techniques and guidance, you will be able to do that too! 
  Here is what this memory improvement guide for kids can offer you:The connection between memory and the brain explainedFind your child's learning strengthsPattern identification activities for improving focusHome solutions to enhance IQGuide to embracing proven memory-enhancing lifestyle5 ways to improve your child's memoryEasy way to develop your child's mindsetBrain games & cognitive stimulation exercisesLink to download a gift, a free book – Discover Your Child's Learning Style by Lisa MarshallAnd much more! 
  If you want to boost your child's memory and intelligence with ease, all you need to do is follow step-by-step guides and expert exercises and advice found in this book - your child will become a highly focused genius in no time

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  The Debates on the Adoption of...

  James Madison, The...

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  "The Debates on the Adoption of the Federal Constitution," edited by Jonathan Elliot, is a comprehensive five-volume collection that meticulously documents the deliberations and discussions held in various state conventions during a pivotal period in American history. As the United States grappled with the adoption of the Federal Constitution, these state conventions played a crucial role in shaping the nation's political landscape. Jonathan Elliot, through careful compilation and editing, presents a rich tapestry of the debates that unfolded across different states, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the diverse opinions, concerns, and arguments surrounding the ratification of the Constitution. This volumes remain the best source for materials about the national government's transitional period between the closing of the Constitutional Convention in September 1787 and the opening of the First Federal Congress in March 1789.

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  Transform Your Mind: Four...

  Tristan Whitlock

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  Transform Your Mind: Four Essential Questions for Lasting Change  
  A Simplified Guide for Lasting Impact! 
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