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  The Family Gene - A Mission to...

  Joselin Linder

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  When Joselin Linder was in her twenties, her legs started to swell. She thought little of it, until her health problems started to compound in ways that baffled her doctors. Diagnosed with extreme liver blockage and dangerous levels of lymph fluid, Joselin turned to the most similar case she could think of—her father’s. 
  Joselin compared the medical chart of her father—who had died of an undiagnosed disease, ten years prior—-with that of an uncle who had died under similarly strange circumstances. Delving further into the past, she discovered her that her great grandmother had symptoms like hers, and she recognized that she was dealing with something more than a fluke. Whatever had killed her father, uncle, and great-grandmother was likely genetic, and the clock was ticking for the family members of her own generation. 
  Setting out to build a more complete picture of the disease that haunted her family, she approached Dr. Christine “Kricket” Seidman, the head of a group of world-class genetic researchers at Harvard Medical School and a colleague of her late father’s, for help. Dr. Seidman has been attempting the map the faulty gene for seventeen years and has confirmed not only that Joselin’s symptoms are genetic, but that Joselin’s family is this disease’s founder population—a group of people experiencing the baffling symptoms of a brand new mutation. Here, Joselin she tells the story of their gene: the lives it claimed and the future of genetics it foretells.  
  Digging into family records and medical history, interviews with family and friends and her own experiences with Harvard doctors, Joselin pieces together the story of a deadly gene to write a gripping and unforgettable exploration of family, history, love, and mortality. A compelling story of survival and perseverance, THE FAMILY GENE is an important story of a young woman reckoning with her father’s death, her own mortality, and her ethical obligations to herself, family, and society.

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  Explore North Korea

  Introbooks Team

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  Baekdu spa, hyongje falls, pegae hill, and the chiangbbai mountain range, are world class attractions that lures in millions of tourists, historians, and explorers to visit North Korea year after year. The number of historically famous destinations, museums, parks and the recreational facilities available in North Korea can only astound the audience all in all. With flamboyant historical feats achieved by the natives, there is immense to know about the people of the past and the present here in North Korea, today.

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  Utilitarianism

  John Stuart Mill

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  Utilitarianism is a moral theory that was developed by British philosopher John Stuart Mill in the 19th century. According to Mill, the ethical basis for decision-making should be the greatest happiness or pleasure for the greatest number of people. This principle is also known as the "greatest happiness principle." 
  Mill believed that human happiness was the ultimate goal of morality and that actions should be judged according to their ability to promote happiness. He argued that actions that bring about the greatest amount of happiness for the greatest number of people are morally right, while actions that lead to pain or suffering are morally wrong. 
  Mill believed that happiness should be measured by the amount of pleasure that people experience, and he distinguished between two types of pleasure: higher pleasures and lower pleasures. Higher pleasures are those that are associated with the intellect, such as the pursuit of knowledge or the appreciation of art, while lower pleasures are those that are associated with the body, such as the satisfaction of hunger or the gratification of sexual desire. According to Mill, higher pleasures are more desirable than lower pleasures because they are more intellectual and have a more lasting impact on a person's happiness. 
  Mill's utilitarianism has been influential in many areas of philosophy, including ethics, political philosophy, and social theory. His emphasis on the importance of promoting the happiness of the greatest number of people has been used to justify a wide range of policies and practices, including democracy, public health measures, and the redistribution of wealth. However, Mill's theory has also been criticized for its focus on pleasure and its potential to justify actions that are harmful to minorities or individuals.

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  Finding Joy on Death Row -...

  Dewey Williams, Rev. Dr. Braxton...

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  Based on the sermon series that garnered top honors from Yale Divinity School, Finding Joy on Death Row is the powerful story of a broken preacher's transformative experience learning about joy from Death Row prisoners, combined with dramatic responses from more than twenty men currently sentenced to die. 
   
   
   
  In Finding Joy on Death Row: Unexpected Lessons from Lives We Discarded, Williams journeys into the hearts and minds of those sentenced to death, illuminating for listeners the ways in which the human spirit can suffer—and soar. Finding Joy on Death Row includes dozens of statements from those facing capital punishment. The testimonies and contemplations of those sentenced to die offer listeners a unique opportunity to hear from individuals whose lives are marked by their looming execution. And yet these prisoners have—in the midst of grim circumstances—managed to find joy. 
   
   
   
  As Williams serves and shepherds these prisoners, their own stories are unveiled. Williams's account of ministering within North Carolina's prison system and the handwritten statements are punctuated by glimpses into the author's own broken past. This important work will show listeners the power of joy to reach us all, the free and imprisoned alike.

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  Sleep Yourself Smart And Wakeup...

  Byron Caldwell

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  Drift into deep sleep while exploring the secrets of ancient civilizations and immersive archaeological wonders.
   
  Perfect for your nightly wind-down, this narrative creates a tranquil atmosphere designed to help you relax and learn simultaneously. Escape the stress of the day and slip into a state of quiet reflection as the soft cadence of history guides you toward rest.
   
  Wander through the ash-covered streets of Pompeii and the silent halls of the Terracotta Army without leaving your bed. This unique experience blends rigorous factual accuracy with soothing storytelling, turning the rise and fall of empires into a gentle lullaby for the curious mind.
   
  Discover how modern archaeology reconstructs vanished worlds from stone, pigment, and bone. From the isolation of Rapa Nui to the grandeur of imperial capitals, you will trace the ingenuity of human societies across time.
   
  What you will experience: 
  
  Unearth the mysteries of Egyptian tombs and the legacy of Tutankhamun. 
  Decode the ritual landscapes of the Nazca Lines and Easter Island. 
  Traverse the vast cultural networks of the Silk Roads. 
  Explore the submerged ruins of Alexandria and the prehistoric art of Lascaux. 
  Understand the engineering behind Roman power and its eventual decline.
  
   
  Embrace the permanence of stone and the fragility of life before you dream. Join a timeless tradition of wonder under the stars and let the lessons of the past carry you into the night.

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  Romanovs The: An Enthralling...

  Billy Wellman

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  With some of the most memorable names in history, the Romanov dynasty is one of those royal families whose legacy can only be rivaled by a few. 
  Ruling Russia for a little over three hundred years, from the 17th to the early 20th centuries, the Romanov tsars and, in rare but unforgettable cases, empresses dominated the political landscapes of their times and forged one of the most legendary dynasties of all time. 
  In fact, Russia, the big and powerful nation-state we know today, was largely created because of the efforts of Romanov rulers like Peter the Great or Catherine the Great. The Romanov family has forever been guaranteed a place in Russian, European, and even world history books. 
  Diving into the history of such a well-known dynasty is a treat for anyone who is passionate about learning more about Russia. 
  Here’s a glimpse of what you will find in this audiobook:An in-depth history of the emergence of the Romanov dynasty, which happened during perhaps the most turbulent period in Russia’s existenceThe social and political developments throughout the Romanov dynasty, from Mikhail Romanov to Nicholas IIA deep dive into the external and domestic conflicts that shaped Russia under the RomanovsAn exciting journey of Russia’s cultural transformation from a backward country to a world superpower that strived to achieve a clear European identityThe role of the Romanovs in several world-shattering events, such as World War I and the Russian Revolution of 1917The legacy of the Romanov dynastyAnd much, much more! 
  Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to begin your journey into the past today!

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