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Culture Shakers: Ten Mini-Biographies of 19th Century Christian Women In Culture Shakers, discover the remarkable stories of ten 19th-century Christian women whose unwavering faith and bold actions transformed the world around them. This compelling book delves into the lives of pioneering women whose deep convictions and steadfast commitment to their beliefs not only shaped their own destinies but also left an indelible mark on history. Each chapter of this book brings to life the journey of these extraordinary women, exploring how their Christian faith fueled their groundbreaking ...

BEYOND ELEGY: APPALACHIA'S TRUE STORY OF RESILIENCE AND HOPE By Laurel Ridgewater "Beyond Elegy" is a compelling non-fiction narrative that challenges stereotypes and presents a nuanced portrait of modern Appalachia. Through personal stories, rigorous research, and vibrant storytelling, the book explores how this diverse region is navigating the complexities of the 21st century while honoring its rich heritage. Moving beyond simplistic portrayals of poverty and rural decline, Beyond Elegy examines Appalachia’s: Cultural Diversity and Evolution A rich tapestry of traditions interwoven with...

The 1960s was a time when music felt bigger than ever, changing the way people saw the world and themselves. Artists began experimenting with new sounds, blending different styles. From rock to country, folk to pop, and jazz to Motown, the music of the 1960s captured the energy of a generation that wanted to break free from old traditions and create something new. This was the decade when The Beatles took the world by storm, Bob Dylan made us think with his lyrics, and artists like Aretha Franklin and Sam Cooke used their voices to demand equality and justice. Psychedelic music brought ...

7 Japanese Concepts To Stop Overthinking : Discover Ancient Japanese Secrets to Quiet Your Mind and Simplify Your Thoughts, Timeless Techniques for a Stress-Free Life in the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, our minds are often racing, juggling countless thoughts, decisions, and worries. We find ourselves trapped in cycles of overthinking, where every action, decision, or word is analysed to the point of exhaustion. This relentless mental chatter can lead to anxiety, stress, and a sense of being overwhelmed, preventing us from living fully in the present moment. But what if there were ...

Direct 'n Succeed presents mistakes companies make with recruiting and retention and methods for avoiding these mistakes. Issues addressed include job description improvement, job placement to prevent burnout, methods for recognizing and utilizing employees' strengths, sexual harassment prevention, and culture building. All of these provide the means for leaders to direct their companies to success. Julie provides examples gathered from the experiences of a manager who was facing the issues addressed. Discussion of these issues led Julie to research the underlying problems and develop ...

Yoga Mudras - Basics of Meditation: To increase immunity, happiness and reduce stress level. This book is related to hand gestures which creates different Mudras. Total 51 Mudras have been described in this book along with how mudras are affecting our body, mind, heart etc. Mudra yoga has been primarily invented by India and this knowledge should be known to everyone. What is the spiritual as well as scientific reason behind it? How it works? What are the advantages of mudras? How to do it? How much time required for doing so? All related questions have been answered in this book. Focused ...

4 JAPANESE CONCEPTS TO TRANSFORM YOUR STATE OF MIND - “Unleashing Secrets Of Ancient Japanese Wisdom To Transcend Your State Of Mind And Create Lasting Mental Change”Do you want to live a peaceful and stress-free life, but don’t know how? Do you want to complete more work in less time? Do you hear everywhere about the benefits of a Zen state of mind, but you just can’t figure out how to achieve it? If your answer is Yes, then this book is exactly what you are looking for. In this book, we will discuss four Japanese concepts derived from ancient Zen principles. These concepts are ...

Ever Wonder What (In The World) Were The Chinese Thinking? You are not the only ones who are occasionally confused, misunderstood and lost in the wonderful yet sophisticated Chinese system. For those of you who want to taking a deeper, more structural and practical, modern approach to understand what the Chinese were thinking through a cultural and historical perspective, this book is a quick and dirty guide that will help get you on board in no time. Award-winning novelist Vann Chow introduces in What Were The Chinese Thinking? a series of important fundamental Chinese school of thoughts ...

Lead with purpose. Fulfill your legacy. Save the republic.The United States has a powerful purpose - "all are created equal", "E Pluribus Unum", and "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness”. But this is not our reality as 97% of us are unhealthy, 84% of us are stressed out, 78% of us are paycheck to paycheck, and most of us no longer believe in the "American Dream". And these are just the averages - life is much worse for women and BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, e.g., $.01 of wealth in Black families for every dollar of wealth in white families. Given our political polarization and ...

A team of four astronauts is sent to Saturn’s moon Titan to explore the methane seas and search for signs of life that may have originated on Earth and been transported to Titan when meteors hit the Earth during its formative period. When they arrive, they find evidence of a much older culture with technology they cannot even comprehend. The machinery they find under Titan’s ice is still active. It’s been waiting for them. Titan is the first book in the series: Titan, Rhea, Tharsis.

For Westerners, the two words most associated with Japan are probably “strange” and “exotic.” Turns out, you can’t marry the exotic, without accepting the strange, as well. That might have been a good thing for William to know, in advance. Throw in a couple of kids and a Canadian family filled with quirky characters, and you have the makings of epic tragedy or gut-busting comedy, depending upon your point of view. I Married Japan provides a good-natured glimpse into one Canadian-Japanese family and marriage. Get ready to learn as you laugh your way through this collection of Japan...

Why do people fake hate crimes against themselves? Why do college students become violent when a speaker with opposing views is invited to campus? Why do so many insist on changing the definitions of words and policing the language of others in recent years? Why must our history be rewritten? Why does the news media insist on ignoring or justifying violent protests? As readers will know from previous books in this series, the social justice movement creates a form of mass hysteria that overtakes those who ingest its ideology. The most ardent defenders cannot be reasoned with, but you can ...

“Mark writes about place with such care and consideration – there's a richness and beauty to his descriptions, such that his setting becomes a key character…” – Kind words from an editor at one of the world’s biggest publishing houses. The life- and death-cycles of an idyllic Balinese village have been going on, almost undisturbed, for generations – but when the bodies of two foreigners are discovered life for the entire village is altered forever. Driftwood Chandeliers is set in a traditional village in rural Bali, where Brazilian surfer Natalia de Souza has been hired to ...

.......... Gain insights into Indian Way-of-Life ........... ............... and Enjoy Your India Travel ................ This book helps you overcome the Indian cultural barriers and enjoy your India Travel. This book acts as a companion guide for India Travel. You get the best experience of Indian culture, through the character of John. This story of John makes you feel, relate, understand, and experience the way Indians live. If you are traveling to India, this book will help you a lot in getting along with Indians and enjoying India. It takes you through the real-life situations of ...

Do you find yourself constantly facing unexpected challenges and setbacks in your projects? Are you looking to foster a culture of resilience within your project management team? Resilient organizations are able to withstand and adapt to both external pressures and internal challenges while still fulfilling their mission and objectives. Resilience is all about being able to anticipate and respond to change and disruption, recover quickly from setbacks, and learn and grow from experience. One of the keys to building a resilient organization is to cultivate a culture that values and rewards ...

"The best account to date of Elvis Presley's life during his years of military service." - Review by Alan Hanson, author, Elvis '57 Has the full story of Elvis Presley’s military service ever been told? Elvis Presley served in the U.S. Army for two years and while most biographical accounts seem to quickly skim through the “army years,” author Trina Young argues that this period was perhaps the most significant and life-changing time in The King of Rock and Roll's life. Captivating untold stories have been coming out over the years involving the highs and lows Presley experienced as a...

The events of September 11, 2001 changed our nation, and the world, forever. For our nation, these attacks signaled the realization of the quintessential struggle for this generation. A conflict not between nations whose borders are delineated on a map or between groups of nations diametrically opposed in their political philosophies, but a conflict of ideologies transcending recognized borders. Understanding the Threat of Radical Islam provides a cursory examination of violent Islamism and how this radical ideology threatens Western Civilization; perfect as an introduction to the issue or ...

F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote there are no second acts in American lives. Miles proved him wrong. Miles was back in New York City and good health in 1955. In the summer of 1955, Miles performed a noted set at the Newport Jazz Festival. His performance, especially his solo on the Thelonius Monk tune Round Midnight was widely praised, prompting critics to welcome the "return of Miles Davis." Columbia Records executive George Avakian approached Miles and offered a contract with the label if he could form a regular band with a steady lineup. Miles assembled his first regular quintet to meet a ...

Thrive in a world with unwritten rules… before now. The Corporate Life Survival Guide is a detailed how-to book on mastering office politics. With chapters on workplace life, situations to avoid, and achieving a work/life balance, it draws on the author’s quarter century of experience as an employee, contractor, and consultant. Insightful guidance and illustrative anecdotes will help you understand important missteps, the consequences, and how to prevent them. Always practical, the book will quickly improve the savvy of workers who are new to office life, making a successful career ...

Petagaye, a fierce and resilient young girl, is forced to flee Jamaica after a violent incident, ultimately finding herself in America. The heart of Philadelphia becomes her new home, where she quickly learns that the streets are just as treacherous as those she left behind. In this new city, the Young Mafia—a ruthless gang known for instilling fear—holds sway over many. However, Petagaye remains undeterred by their menacing presence, despite warnings from friends she encounters from Jamaica who have also settled in Philly. As the daughter of a powerful crime lord back home, she carries...