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  Luke - The World English Bible...

  Various Authors

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  The gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles make up a two-volume work which scholars call Luke-Acts. The author is not named in either volume. According to a Church tradition, first attested by Irenaeus (c. 130 - c. 202 AD), he was the Luke named as a companion of Paul in three of the Pauline letters, but "a critical consensus emphasizes the countless contradictions between the account in Acts and the authentic Pauline letters.

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  Lowdown The: Improve Your Speech...

  David Gwillim, Deirdra Morris

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  Useful tips to help achieve a more professional level of speech.
  The way we speak can say as much about us as the clothes we wear, the car we drive, or even the newspapers and magazines we read.
  
  We live and work in a global market - but English is still regarded as the international language of business. Clear speech will help you to maximize your potential, making you a greater asset to your company and your profession.
  
  Improve Your Speech is ideal for those who are long on ambition, but short on time. In an effective but lighthearted talk, you will be taken through easy exercises and given helpful hints and top tips on how best to use your voice and tidy up your speech, giving you confidence and helping you to make the best impression possible - whether at work or when socializing.
  
  It is aimed primarily at those who have British English as their first language, but it is also useful for those with English as their second language.©2008 Creative Content; (P)2008 Creative Content

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  Getting Relationships Right -...

  Melanie Joy

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  Bestselling author, psychologist, and relationship coach Melanie Joy shares the principles and tools that can make any relationship, from personal to professional, healthier and more resilient. 
   
   
  Relationships are complicated. Yet it's an unfortunate reality that while most of us have to learn complex geometry that we'll probably never use, we don't get a single formal lesson in how to relate to others. In this one-stop guide, psychologist Melanie Joy reveals the common psychological dynamics that underlie all kinds of relationships-with a romantic partner, friends, family members, colleagues-in short, with anyone in any situation. Understanding these dynamics will help you make all your relationships healthier and more resilient. 
   
  Relationships are like bodies: they get sick when their immune system is weaker than the germs that stress them. Drawing on the most relevant research as well as on her own extensive experience as a psychologist, Joy explains how to strengthen your relational immune system to resist not only interpersonal stressors but also largely invisible yet potentially devastating societal stressors like racism and sexism. With this understanding, you can cultivate relationships that consistently reflect core moral values and honor the dignity of everyone involved. Resilient relationships are not only a source of joy and fulfillment for those who are in them, they also support the thriving of the organizations and communities of which we all are a part.

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  Modern Social Problems -...

  Fred Grandsen

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  Social problems are complex issues that affect individuals, communities, and societies on a broad scale. They arise when a significant number of people recognize a condition as harmful and in need of change. Social problems can range from economic inequality and racial discrimination to climate change and healthcare disparities. Understanding these issues from a sociological perspective allows for a deeper analysis of their causes, consequences, and potential solutions. 
  One of the key aspects of understanding social problems is recognizing that they are socially constructed. This means that what is considered a problem can vary across different societies, cultures, and historical periods. For example, while issues like poverty and crime are widely recognized as social problems, their definitions and solutions may differ depending on cultural norms, political ideologies, and economic conditions. Sociologists examine how these definitions change over time and how power dynamics influence which issues receive public attention and policy action. 
  Another crucial factor in understanding social problems is identifying their root causes. Many social problems are not isolated incidents but rather symptoms of deeper structural issues within society. Economic inequality, for instance, is often linked to factors such as wage disparities, lack of access to education, and systemic discrimination. Similarly, crime rates may be influenced by socioeconomic conditions, community resources, and the effectiveness of law enforcement policies. By looking beyond individual behaviors and examining broader social structures, sociologists aim to uncover the fundamental reasons why these problems persist.

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  German - A Complete Guide for...

  Dave Smith

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  The complete package for German language learning.... *** Three audiobooks in one - Learn German, German Phrases, and German Short Stories ***.Learn German:Anyone looking to break the monolingual mold that so many native English speakers find themselves enclosed in will invariably find this audiobook to be helpful. Here, we have a plethora of tips and techniques for learning German, as well as virtually any other language of which the listener can think....Some of the numerous topics covered in this audiobook are as follows: What it means to learn standard GermanHigh German and low GermanLearning German by immersing yourself deeply within German cultureFinding native speakers to improve your overall understanding of the language and its cultureHow to beat the most difficult part of learning the German languageAnd much moreGerman Phrases: This audiobook will give you a basic foundation in the German language; it includes pronunciations, sentence structures, and a rudimentary vocabulary to enable you to begin speaking with the people you meet.Some of the phrases that'll be covered:Days of the weekMonthsTimeSmall talkShoppingGetting aroundLodging and hotelsEating outEmergenciesAnd so much moreGerman Short Stories: This audiobook features several short stories in the Germanic tongue, along with their English translations. There are also sections dedicated to some grammatical and critical notes on the texts. The purpose of this audiobook is not only to inform the listener about the German language, but also to entertain, and this short-story collection does just that with ease. You won’t want to miss out on any of it....Don’t wait another moment to enjoy from this information - get your copy of German right away!

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  West of Sex - Making Mexican...

  Pablo Mitchell

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  Sex can be an oppressive force, a tool to shame, divide, and control a population. But it can also be a force for change, for the legal and physical challenge of inequity and injustice. In West of Sex, Pablo Mitchell uses court transcripts and criminal cases to provide the first coherent picture of Mexican-American sexuality at the turn of the twentieth century, and a truly revelatory look at sexual identity in the borderlands. As Mexicans faced a rising tide of racial intolerance in the American West, some found cracks in the legal system that enabled them to assert their rights as full citizens, despite institutional hostility. In these chapters, Mitchell offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of ethnicity and power in the United States, placing ordinary Mexican women and men at the center of the story of American sex, colonialism, and belonging. Other chapters discuss topics like prostitution, same-sex intimacy, sexual violence, interracial romance, and marriage with an impressive level of detail and complexity. Written in vivid and accessible prose, West of Sex offers readers a new vision of sex and race in American history.

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