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  Plato: Apology

  Plato

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  The Apology is Plato's version of the speech given by Socrates as he defended himself in 399 BC against the charges of "corrupting the young, and by not believing in the gods in whom the city believes, but in other daimonia that are novel" . "Apology" here has its earlier meaning of speaking in defense of a cause or of one's beliefs or actions. The general term apology, in context to literature, defends a world from attack (opposite of satire-which attacks the world).the text is written in the first person from Socrates' point of view, as though it were Socrates' actual speech at the trial. During the course of the speech, Socrates twice mentions Plato as being present. There is, however, no real way of knowing how closely Socrates' words in the Apology match those of Socrates at the actual trial, even if it was Plato's intention to be accurate in this respect 

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  Philadelphia Experiment The: The...

  Editors Charles River

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  The borderlands of the paranormal include some bizarre stories. However, none are more strange or unsettling than the tale of what became known as the Philadelphia Experiment, an alleged effort during World War II to make a US Navy ship invisible by using electrical power. 
  The purported experiment gained international fame with the publication of a book by Charles Berlitz in 1978 and has now entered the lexicon of popular imagination. More than one movie has featured this experiment, but even as more people have heard about the Philadelphia Experiment, there are a number of different accounts of just what is said to have happened. The most dramatic accounts involve the brief teleportation of a US Navy warship and its crew into another dimension, with subsequent and horrifying effects for the men on board when it returned. Other versions are a little more mundane, but all seem to agree that something very odd happened to a US Navy ship in 1943. 
  This is a complex story, first emerging in the late 1950s before coming to international attention in the 1970s and developing in the 1980s and after. It involves some of the foremost scientists of the 20th century, and while it is a truly fascinating tale, it is one that has caused (and continues to generate) a great deal of debate. Is the Philadelphia Experiment a hoax, a myth, or somehow partly true, and how did this story first emerge? Readers may be more than a little surprised at the outcome.

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  Manifesto for the Revitalisation...

  Miguel Rebelo

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  The housing crisis in Portugal serves to illustrate a problem that has implications beyond the borders of the country, shedding light on challenges that are faced by major European and global cities. The rise in housing prices, driven by real estate speculation, the growth of tourism and the influx of foreign investment, has made it increasingly challenging for many in the population, especially the middle and lower classes, to access home ownership or renting. 
  The digitalisation of work has opened the possibility for highly qualified professionals to consider where they would like to live, regardless of the physical location of their job. Cities like Lisbon and Porto have become increasingly attractive destinations, offering a good quality of life combined with a range of professional opportunities. Nevertheless, this phenomenon has placed additional strain on the real estate market, leading to rising prices and the displacement of residents to the outskirts. 
  The housing policies that have been adopted thus far have not been as effective as might have been hoped, and in some cases may even have had the opposite effect. It seems that measures such as strict rent control, poorly targeted subsidies and the massive construction of new housing without proper urban and infrastructural planning have not solved the problem, and in some cases may have made it worse. Perhaps it would be beneficial to reconsider these approaches, acknowledging their shortcomings and adapting them to reflect the current situation. 
  It may be worth considering rehabilitating vacant buildings as a viable and sustainable solution. By restoring existing buildings, we can explore ways to increase the supply of affordable housing, revitalise run-down urban areas and preserve historical and cultural heritage to promote more inclusive and sustainable cities.

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  Stop Phobias and Fears Sleep...

  Dreamy Hypnosis

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  Are you tired of living with irrational fears? Do your phobias hold you back from experiencing life to the fullest? What if you could conquer your fears and phobias while you sleep? Imagine the liberation of leading a life unshackled from those anxieties. 
  Welcome to a groundbreaking audiobook designed to reshape your subconscious mind. It employs proven sleep hypnosis techniques, guiding you to break free from the restrictive chains of your fears and phobias. From arachnophobia to claustrophobia, every fear has a solution.  
  With this audio guide, you can reprogram your thoughts during the peaceful state of sleep, the optimal time for our minds to process and heal. Narrated by expert hypnotherapists, the comforting voices and tranquil soundscapes will ease you into a deep slumber.  
  Embark on this journey to emancipate yourself from the confines of fear. Don't let phobias dictate your life anymore. Embrace the change tonight, and wake up to a world where anything is possible.

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  Medieval European Empires -...

  Arthur Eaton

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  The Medieval Period has to be one of the most fascinating periods of history. With it comes the images of castles, knights, conquests, and, of course, kingdoms and empires. Every European empire and kingdom during this Age is filled with exciting tales, shrewd plots for revenge or power, creation of a national identity enduring to the present day, and inventions with lasting influence. In Medieval European Empires, we will cover notable and lesser known Medieval empires such as: 
  -      The Hunnic Empire led by “The Scourge of God” aka Attila the Hun 
  -      The Umayyad Caliphate continuing with Prophet Muhammed’s vision of spreading Islam 
  -      The Most Serene Republic of Venice who proved that sheer mercantile might can create an empire that would last more than 1000 years 
  -      The Normans, a Viking-French superpower, whose territorial conquests seemed endless

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  Life Lessons and Leadership Tips...

  Dorian Blakewood

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  Life Lessons and Leadership Tips You Need to Hear 
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