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  Autoportrait

  Jesse Ball

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  Jesse Ball has produced fourteen acclaimed works of deeply empathetic absurdism in poetry and fiction. Now, he offers listeners his first memoir, one that showcases his "humane curiosity" (James Wood) and invites the listener into a raw and personal account of love, grief, and memory. Inspired by the memoir Édouard Levé put to paper shortly before his death, Autoportrait is an extraordinarily frank and intimate work from one of America's most brilliant young authors. 
   
   
   
  The subtle power of Ball's voice conjures the richness of everyday life. In each chapter, half-remembered moments are woven together with the joys and triumphs—and the mistakes and humiliations, too—that somehow tell us who we are, why we are here. Held at the same height as tragic accounts of illness or death are moments of startling beauty, banality, or humor: "I wake in the morning, I sit, I walk long distances. If there is somewhere to swim, I may swim. If I have a bicycle, I will ride it, especially to meet someone. There is no more preparing for me to do, other than preparing for death, and I do that by laughing. Not laughing at death, of course. Laughing at myself." 
   
    
   
  An extraordinary memoir that reminds us what is possible, Autoportrait will leave you feeling utterly invigorated, inspired, and a little afraid.

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  Elemental And Ancestral Spirits...

  Gerald Massey

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  The two primary elements were those of darkness and light: Sut was the power of darkness, Horus the power of light. In one representation the two elements were imaged by means of the black bird of Sut and the white bird, or golden hawk, of Horus. Thus we can identify two elemental powers, as old as night and day, which are primeval in universal mythology; and these two powers, or animistic souls, were divinized as the two gods Sut and Horus with the two birds of darkness and light, the black vulture and the gold hawk depicted back to back as their two representative types or personal totems. –from “Elemental and Ancestral Spirits, or The Gods and the Glorified” It goes unappreciated by modern Egyptologists, but it is embraced by those who savor the concept of a “hidden history” of humanity, and those who approach all human knowledge from the perspective of the esoteric. Gerard Massey’s massive Ancient Egypt: The Light of the World–first published in 1907 and the crowning achievement of the self-taught scholar–redefines the roots of Christianity via Egypt, proposing that Egyptian mythology was the basis for Jewish and Christian beliefs. Here, Cosimo proudly presents Book 3 of Ancient Egypt, in which Massey explains how the original elemental spirits of early humans were transformed into deities, and how the concept of a “soul” developed from animalistic representations of natural forces. Peculiar and profound, this work will intrigue and delight readers of history, religion, and mythology. British author GERALD MASSEY (1828-1907) published works of poetry, spiritualism, Shakespearean criticism, and theology, but his best-known works are in the realm of Egyptology, including A Book of the Beginnings and The Natural Genesis.

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  The Entrepreneur's Guide to the...

  Mark Smith

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  "Essential reading for the business leaders of tomorrow and a fascinating study of the boardroom as the new battlefield" - Booklist 
   
  The Art of War by Sun Tzu has been a much-studied work of military strategy for hundreds of years, influencing great leaders in all walks of life. Here, respected business journalist Mark Smith applies the lessons to the role of the entrepreneur by showing how the axioms of General Sun Tzu apply to business and other ventures to develop strategies for long-term success.

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  Charisma Unleashed: The Power of...

  J Maz

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  "Charisma Unleashed: The Power of Influence in a Modern World" is a captivating audiobook that delves into the art of charisma and how it can be harnessed to wield influence in today's society. The book explores the various techniques and strategies that individuals can use to enhance their charisma and become more persuasive and engaging in their personal and professional lives. 
  The main themes of the audiobook revolve around the importance of building rapport, establishing trust, and mastering the art of communication. Through a combination of practical advice and real-life examples, This Audiobook illustrates how charisma can be a powerful tool for achieving success and making a positive impact on others. 
  The audiobook also introduces readers to a diverse range of characters who have successfully leveraged their charisma to achieve their goals, including business leaders, politicians, and public figures. As listeners follow their stories, they are inspired to tap into their own charisma and unleash their full potential. 
  Overall, "Charisma Unleashed" offers a compelling and insightful look into the power of influence in today's modern world, providing listeners with valuable lessons and strategies for mastering the art of charisma.

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  Placebo Effect

  Introbooks Team

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  Placebo effects have been considered mysterious and unusual for a long time. Science and research continue to find ways to establish explanations which can establish the placebo effect on better foundations. Many people have a negative outlook towards the placebo effect because of the deceptive manner in which it must be administered.  
  This is why it is important to understand the psychology of placebo effect and the role it plays in medical science. By having a better understanding of any phenomena, a person is in the position to reason its use. While the negative or positive impacts of a placebo can be discussed at length, it is also important to know the impact it has on the physical, physiological and psychological level.   
  The administration of a placebo brings about a number of changes which will be discussed and the factors that can affect these changes. As a result, a placebo may or may not be effective. 

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  Island Indictments - True crime...

  Leigh Jones

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  A runaway airman slaughters a family of three as they sleep in their beds. 
  A single mother murders her two young sons and hides their dismembered bodies in her refrigerator. 
  An elderly man beats his granddaughter to death with a hammer because her childish singing annoys him. 
  Those are just three of the violent crimes that rocked Galveston in one year: 1955. 
  Galveston, Texas, has a storied history marked by captains of industry and mafia bosses. Their exploits are legendary. But those now-infamous stories weren’t the only ones to make headlines over the decades. The island city’s ordinary citizens left their mark as well, often on their friends and neighbors. Their stories are just as much a part of Galveston’s history as its deadly storms and favorite sons. 
  Island Indictments recounts the tales of 25 crimes that shocked the city and left juries wrestling with justice. Some killers paid for their crimes with their lives. Others walked free. 
  Take a trip across the causeway for a true crime journey through seven decades of Galveston’s past. 
  One thing’s for sure: The good old days weren’t always so good.

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