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  Play Is More Than Just Fun

  M.D. Stuart Brown

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  Play is deeply embedded in our natures. It contributes to optimism and hope for the future. It enables us with the ability to persevere. Brown concludes, “Play is a fundamental survival drive of humanity without which long term survival of our species may be at stake.” He describes research showing that most sociopaths suffer from play deprivation in their childhood.

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  A Mild Case of Dead - The unseen...

  Dave Young

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  A Mild Case of Dead examines the folly of pursuing greater satisfaction in life through the goals of health, fitness, and weight loss. It occurs to us as logical to seek these qualities as a way to be more satisfied with our lives, but we seek them only because of a dissatisfaction with our lives. The human design is to be more satisfied with life first. When you’re guided by humanity instead of logic your physical state becomes a byproduct of that satisfaction, not the way to it.  
  Written and narrated by the author, the book explains why he chose to abandon this work and close his gym forever. He realized that the issues that cause people to pursue health and fitness strategies are never resolved with the minutiae of programs or routines or diets because they are internal struggles first. 
  The natural way to be satisfied with your body is to be satisfied with your life. Any other process is only a theory about life, not the real thing.

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  When She’s in the Room: How...

  Edwina Dunn, Martha Lane Fox

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  One of the most creative and influential entrepreneurs of our timeBrains behind the Tesco Clubcard, the first and largest loyalty card globallyA successful pioneer in the data industry 
  We have heard of the hidden ways in which women are forgotten, unseen, overlooked, and the profound impact this has on us all. Now Edwina Dunn reveals what needs to happen in ourselves, our communities, and workplace to see lasting change. 
  A pioneer in data science research, business and female empowerment, Edwina Dunn uses her knowledge of research and data collection to present solutions, models and simple actions that impact on the lives of women and men. She has listened to women and knows the change we want to see in ourselves, in business, and in academic and government arenas. 
  Let’s talk about what a world where women are empowered looks like and it’s okay for women to embrace ambition and drive. Women represent just over half the world’s population. They are not secondary characters. What if they were empowered to realise their potential in leadership and decision-making roles? 
  Imagine a world of possibilities with equal pay progressions, rather than endless discussions. Let’s see what progress in individual fulfilment and societal change looks like. 
  This data-based guide is the manual that challenges the norm. It is the science-based exposé with insightful, inspiring, and ground-breaking evidence presenting a road map for us all. This conversation starter presents a strategy for the world we want to see and one that will make the world work better for women and men. 
  Edwina Dunn, a pioneer in feminist theory and gender studies, presents a compelling argument for social and economic equality. Her non-fiction work, When She's in the Room, is a testament to her commitment to feminism and the empowerment of women. 
  For fans of Jemma Roedel (She Thinks Like a Boss), David Novak (O Great One!), Mary Ann Sieghart (The Authority Gap), Laura Bates (Fix the System, Not the Women), and Marshall Goldsmith (Becoming Coachable). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  The Bat

  Mary Roberts Rinehart

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  The Bat is a Broadway play by Mary Roberts Rinehart and Avery Hopwood first produced in 1920. The plot relates how wealthy spinster Cornelia Van Gorder and her guests uncover a mystery at their rented summer home while being stalked by an enigmatic, costumed criminal known as "The Bat". The story takes place in an old mansion, where people look for hidden loot while a caped killer (The Bat) murders them one by one.

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  Sensational Flesh - Race Power...

  Amber Jamilla Musser

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  This “lively and enlightening contribution to queer studies” investigates power, race, and gender through the lens of masochism (Darieck Scott, author of Extravagant Abjection).    In everyday language, masochism is usually understood as the desire to abdicate control in exchange for sensation—pleasure, pain, or a combination thereof. Yet at its core, masochism is a site where power, bodies, and society come together. Drawing on rich and varied sources—from nineteenth century sexology, psychoanalysis, and critical theory to literary texts and performance art—Amber Jamilla Musser employs masochism as a diagnostic tool for probing relationships between power and subjectivity.      Engaging with a range of debates about lesbian S&M, racialization, femininity, and disability, as well as key texts such as Sacher-Masoch’s Venus in Furs, Pauline Réage’s The Story of O, and Michel Foucault's History of Sexuality, Musser renders legible the complex ways that masochism has been taken up by queer, feminist, and critical race theories.      Furthering queer theory’s investment in affect and materiality, she proposes “sensation” as an analytical tool for illustrating what it feels like to be embedded in structures of domination such as patriarchy, colonialism, and racism—as well as what it means to embody femininity, blackness, and pain. Sensational Flesh is ultimately about how difference is made material through race, gender, and sexuality and how that materiality is experienced.

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  Mythological creatures across...

  Nora Arman

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  Discover the fascinating world of mythological creatures with a captivating book that combines entertainment with education. "Mythological Creatures Across Cultures" offers a unique comparative exploration of diverse mythological beings worldwide, shedding light on their cultural significance and historical evolution. This enlightening book delves into various topics, such as the evolution of dragons in Asian and European myths, the cultural importance of chimeras in Greek mythology, and the modern portrayal of ancient creatures in today's media. It also explores hidden gems from African mythologies, the impact of colonialism on indigenous myths, and the role of mythological creatures in cultural continuity and festivals. Unlike traditional academic texts, this book uses accessible language without sacrificing depth, making it suitable for curious teens and knowledgeable adults. Whether you're a mythology enthusiast or simply curious about different cultures, "Mythological Creatures Across Cultures" offers a fresh and engaging perspective that you won't find elsewhere. If you're ready to dive into the enchanting world of mythological creatures and gain a deeper understanding of their place across cultures, don't miss out on this captivating book. Click the "Add to Cart" button to embark on this fascinating journey!

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