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  Ice Age The: The History and...

  Editors Charles River

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  The early history of Earth covers such vast stretches of time that years, centuries, and even millennia become virtually meaningless. Instead, paleontologists and scientists who study geochronology divide time into periods and eras.  
  	What humans commonly refer to as the “Ice Age” is actually a series of fluctuating climate events that have occurred throughout the planet’s history. These ongoing historical phenomena are difficult to conceptualize because of both the time frame involved and the natural process by which they cyclically unfold. The Earth’s climatic clock repeats the maneuver over millions of years per occurrence, a number that is intellectually graspable, but not viscerally well-perceivable by most members of the human race. The process by which ice ages form is not relevant to any societal function, and therefore remains a mystery. Those who attempt to define it are often met with either apathy or defiant superstition. 
  	As a basic definition, it may be said that an ice age is simply a period of time during which thick ice sheets cover vast areas of land. These sheets have advanced and retreated, at times taking over the entire planet, and conversely disappearing nearly altogether. Glacial ice formed by this regularly occurring process does not sit in a state of inertia, but moves dynamically, reshaping the geological features of the continents. Again, the time frame for glacial movement is far longer than any involving human activity, so close attention must be paid in order to correctly measure and interpret it for the modern day. 

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  Like A River To The Sea -...

  Jack Grandcolas, Alan Shipnuck

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  The story of heartbreak to triumph in the wake of a tragedy. Their first date in college was a U2 concert and after that Lauren and Jack Grandcolas were inseparable. He was mesmerized by her sweetness, fierce intelligence and eyes that were as blue and alive as the ocean. They married and settled in San Francisco, each pursuing their dreams in the business world. After a decade of trying, Lauren finally got pregnant at the age of thirty-eight. On September 6, 2001, she flew to New Jersey—her beloved Little Grandma had died and following the funeral Lauren shared the joyous news of her pregnancy to lift her family’s spirits. Flying home to Jack on September 11th, she arrived at Newark airport early and walked on to a flight for which she hadn’t been ticketed: United 93. During that terrifying flight, Lauren left a calm and reassuring voice mail for Jack which remains a testament to her courage and selfless love, even in the face of her own mortality.Like a River to the Sea is a story of love overcoming loss. In this moving memoir, Jack Grandcolas brings to life his college sweetheart while taking the reader through his long journey to make peace with the loss of Lauren and their unborn child. Jack is honest about the depth of his despair and his battles with depression, PTSI, and heavy drinking. As he digs himself out of the deepest hole imaginable, Jack learns universal truths that will help anyone confronted with tragedy.Like a River to the Sea is also a deeply personal look at an event of historical importance. Jack takes us inside the White House to meet with President Bush and to the precipice of a still-smoldering hole in the earth outside of Shanksville, Penn. The book goes aboard United 93 in its final minutes, when this brave collection of Americans fought to retake control of the plane, ultimately preventing the hijackers from completing their mission and becoming the first heroes in the war against terror.As with Jack’s life, Like a River to the Sea is defined by the boundless depths of human love. Eighteen years after losing his wife and their unborn baby, Jack finally remarried, and his new bride so honors the love between him and Lauren that her wedding ring includes stones that Lauren once wore on her finger. This is the magic of Like A River To The Sea, which begins with heartbreak but becomes a story about the triumph of the human spirit.

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  Fear Tactics - How Control Is...

  Cito Harder

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  This book explores the dark art of fear manipulation and how it is used as a tool to gain power and control. In this compelling 3-in-1 collection, Fear Tactics, Fear Conditioning, and Intimidation, readers are taken deep into the psychological mechanisms that drive fear-based influence and coercion. 
  This book examines how fear can be deliberately instilled in individuals to alter their behavior, choices, and thoughts. Whether through fear conditioning in childhood, subtle intimidation in professional settings, or overt terror in abusive relationships, the tactics of fear are deeply ingrained in human interaction. By understanding these fear tactics, you gain the power to identify and counteract them before they take root in your own life. 
  With detailed case studies, expert insights, and a breakdown of the emotional and psychological dynamics at play, Fear Tactics is an essential guide to understanding how fear is used to control, manipulate, and intimidate. It offers practical advice for recognizing when fear is being weaponized and how to break free from the chains of terror to regain autonomy and peace of mind.

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  Black in White Space - The...

  Elijah Anderson

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  A birder strolling in Central Park. A college student lounging on a university quad. Two men sitting in a coffee shop. Perfectly ordinary actions in ordinary settings—and yet, they sparked jarring and inflammatory responses that involved the police and attracted national media coverage. Why? In essence, Elijah Anderson would argue, because these were Black people existing in white spaces. 
   
   
    
  In Black in White Space, Anderson brings his immense knowledge and ethnography to bear in this timely study of the racial barriers that are still firmly entrenched in our society at every class level. He focuses in on symbolic racism, a new form of racism in America caused by the stubbornly powerful stereotype of the ghetto embedded in the white imagination, which subconsciously connects all Black people with crime and poverty regardless of their social or economic position. White people typically avoid Black space, but Black people are required to navigate the "white space" as a condition of their existence. 
   
   
    
  An unwavering truthteller in our national conversation on race, Anderson has shared intimate and sharp insights into Black life for decades. Vital and eye-opening, Black in White Space will be a must-listen for anyone hoping to understand the lived realities of Black people and the structural underpinnings of racism in America.

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  See the World Clearly - Be...

  Martin K. Ettington

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  Even in our modern technological age where Science is supposed to be preeminent we live in a fog of delusions and misinformation about our world.Our problems are a lot deeper than Pandemic issues and current political struggles. While our religions are important to human wellbeing many religious dogmas stop us from asking questions which results in hiding the truths of deeper spirituality from most of us.Through my experiences, research, and writing on topics like longevity, the paranormal, legendary beings, time and dimensional travel, aliens and UFOs, and many other subjects I have found many inconsistencies and a lack objective analysis of these subjects. Even scientists make assumptions about their topics which may not be correct.Misinformation and delusional thinking also leads to unnecessary unhappiness and to us limiting ourselves in our career choices and work endeavors.We also don’t realize that the Unconditional Love of others and our world is out there waiting for us. Once we realize this it makes us much happier and more satisfied in our lives.My goal in this book is to help readers to think more openly and clearly about the real truths which exist in our world and universe. Changing your point of view and becoming more open minded will also help you live a happier and more fulfilling life. It will also help you learn to live in the all-encompassing love of life which is our heritage as human beings.

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  Children of Mothers with...

  Virginia Gilbert

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  Were you raised by a parent whose moods controlled the room? Did love always come with fear, confusion, or guilt? 
  You’re not imagining it — and you’re not alone. Growing up with a mother who suffers from Borderline Personality Disorder often means living in a home where emotions explode, boundaries shift daily, and your own needs are quietly erased. Even as an adult, that damage lingers — in your relationships, self-worth, and voice. 
  And yet, there is a way forward. 
  Whether your mother was diagnosed or you’re only now recognizing the patterns, this is the honest, compassionate, and empowering conversation you’ve been waiting to hear. 
  You’ll get answers. You’ll feel seen. And — most importantly — you’ll learn what to do next. 
  🎧 Inside, you'll discover how to:Recognize the most common signs of Borderline Personality Disorder — and how they affect parentingUnderstand how BPD differs from Narcissistic Personality Disorder — and why it mattersSpot the early emotional wounds of growing up with a borderline or narcissistic parentIdentify how emotional neglect shapes adult identity, anxiety, and relationshipsStop the cycle of guilt, self-blame, and toxic loyaltyLearn why people-pleasing, perfectionism, or emotional shutdown might not be your faultSet firm boundaries without drowning in guiltSay “no” without explanation — and feel good about itBuild trust, confidence, and a strong, independent sense of selfReclaim your future without abandoning your pastYou don’t have to keep shrinking yourself to fit someone else's broken lens of love. You get to define who you are — and this audiobook shows you exactly how to begin.

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