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His fiction is known to be some of the most terrifying in the genre of supernatural horror, but Thomas Ligotti's first nonfiction book may be even scarier. Drawing on philosophy, literature, neuroscience, and other fields of study, Ligotti takes the penetrating lens of his imagination and turns it on his audience, causing them to grapple with the brutal reality that they are living a meaningless nightmare, and anyone who feels otherwise is simply acting out an optimistic fallacy.

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An astonishing work of cultural criticism, this book is widely recognized as a brilliant and devastating challenge to conventional views of literature, anthropology, religion, and psychoanalysis. In its scope and interest it can be compared with Freud's Totem and Taboo, the subtext Girard refutes with polemic daring, vast erudition, and a persuasiveness that leaves the listener compelled to respond, one way or another. This is the single fullest summation of Girard's ideas to date, the book by which they will stand or fall.

Some of you may know Alix Summers from her previous podcast series, All Woman, some of you may not. This podcast is incredibly different. In 2019 Alix Summers spent time interviewing a woman called Josie Fair for what she thought was going to be a light-hearted podcast on the theme of being birthday twins. As you will all know by now, that project was shelved abruptly as real life collided with the podcast and things turned very, very dark. It’s taken months for Alix to feel ready to revisit the podcast and its aftermath, but she’s ready now.This is Hi! I’m Your Birthday Twin. #...

Explore a treasure trove of tales in the "Children's Stories Collection," where beloved stories come to life with narration that captures young imaginations. This collection makes storytelling both fun and accessible, perfect for sparking a love for books and learning. Each story offers adventure, humor, and positive messages, ideal for children and families alike.

As well as writing about his first love, cars, James has a go at political correctness, the endless rules and regulations of daily life, the internal combustion engine and traffic wardens. He discusses gastropubs, Jeremy Clarkson, and other trials of modern life. His highly entertaining observations from behind the wheel will have you laughing out loud, whether you share his opinions or not.

The inspirational bestseller that ignited a movement and asked us to find our WHYDiscover the book that is captivating millions on TikTok and that served as the basis for one of the most popular TED Talks of all time—with more than 56 million views and counting. Over a decade ago, Simon Sinek started a movement that inspired millions to demand purpose at work, to ask what was the WHY of their organization. Since then, millions have been touched by the power of his ideas, and these ideas remain as relevant and timely as ever. START WITH WHY asks (and answers) the questions: why are some ...

Over the course of a steamy and tense afternoon, 12 jurors deliberate the fate of a 19-year-old boy alleged to have murdered his own father. A seemingly open and shut case turns complicated, igniting passions and hidden prejudices.

This in-depth exploration of Nora Roberts' life and career offers listeners a comprehensive look at the woman who transformed the romance genre. From her early days as a young mother in Maryland to her status as a literary powerhouse, the episode traces Roberts' remarkable journey. It highlights her innovative storytelling techniques, her venture into different subgenres, and her creation of the J.D. Robb pseudonym. The narrative also touches on Roberts' writing process, her impact on the publishing industry, and her philanthropic efforts. Fans and newcomers alike will gain a deeper ...

My name is Tim (aka. 'The Guy in the Hat'), founder of 'Beat the Reset' and author of 'Things We Were Never Told About Money' and 'The Great Asset Shift' (both available on Amazon). Put simply, I am not a financial guy. I am a precious metals investor who is passionate about how we can thrive as a people. My podcast series is backed by years of personal research into our global monetary systems and the history of monetary trade, providing you (the listener) with the basics regarding 'what is money', 'why you have been shackled to a failing monetary system', and 'what you can do to change your ...

Taken from writings, orations, and recorded observations of life, this audiobook selects the best of Native American wisdom and distills it to its essence in short, digestible quotes - perhaps even more timely now than when they were first written. In addition to the short passages, this edition includes the complete "Soul of an Indian", as well as other writings by Ohiyesa (Charles Alexander Eastman), one of the great interpreters of American Indian thought, and three great speeches by Chiefs Joseph, Seattle, and Red Jacket.

Instead of seeing criticism as an indication of not liking something, Professor Julian Wamble invites listeners of Critical Magic Theory to explore the things about the characters, plot points, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter broadly that have always given them pause or made them smile without knowing why. It is in this navigation of the positive and the negative aspects of a world that we find true magic.

http://www.adfreebooks.com - 500+ audiobooks, all ad freeThe Emerald City of Oz (1910) was the sixth Oz book written by L. Frank Baum, In this book, Dorothy and her impoverished Uncle Henry and Aunt Em are on the brink of losing their Kansas farm. Consequently, Ozma invites them all to live in the Emerald City. They then explore the countryside, visiting a series of strange beings including the Cuttenclips, the Fuddles, the Rigmaroles, the Flutterbudgets, and the residents of Utensia, Bunbury and Bunnybury. Aunt Em and Uncle Henry also meet old friends like the Wizard, the Cowardly Lion and ...

-ਭੂਮਿਕਾ- 'ਨਾਨਕ ਰਾਜੁ ਚਲਾਇਆ' ਲੜੀ ਦੇ ਪਹਿਲੇ ਭਾਗ ਹੰਨੈ ਹੰਨੈ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹੀ ਦੇ ਬੋਲਦੇ ਅੱਖਰ (ਕਿਤਾਬ ਸੁਣੋ) ਲੇਖਕ ਦੀ ਆਪਣੀ ਆਵਾਜ਼ ਵਿਚ ਸੰਗਤ ਦੇ ਚਰਨਾਂ ਵਿਚ ਭੇਟ ਕਰਨ ਦੀ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਲੈ ਰਹੇ ਹਾਂ। ਸੱਚੇ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਮਿਹਰ ਬਣਾਈ ਰੱਖਣ, ਸ਼ਹੀਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਸਹਾਈ ਹੋਵਣ।

This how-to book includes chapters on getting ready, mapping the garden, planting, seeds, early work, house plants, fruits, hot beds and cold frames, and small gardens. There is even a chapter "expressly for women." - Summary by Bill Boerst

The major texts of Western culture are a gateway to wisdom that can widen your views on self and society in enduring ways. And now you can examine its most important works - whether drama, poetry, or narrative - in this series of 64 penetrating lectures that reveal astonishing common ground.

The Uncommercial Traveller is the persona of Dickens for this collection of semi-autobiographical sketches. A kind of Victorian blogger, he is funny and affecting by turns as he recounts what he sees and wonders at its meaning. Whether laying bare ‘a wilderness of dirt, rags, and hunger’ or musing on the ‘moodiness’ of tom-cats; recounting Mr Indignation Cocker’s sherry bill or simply taking us by the hand as he goes about his ‘no-business’ in London and further afield, he brings the warmth, compassion and fleet-footed wit that infuse his novels.

Shree Krishna, The Lord of Love by Baba Premananda Bharati is a spiritual masterpiece that takes readers on a profound journey into the life, love, and teachings of Lord Krishna. This book beautifully narrates Krishna’s divine leelas (pastimes) and his eternal message of love, compassion, and selflessness. Through enchanting stories from his childhood, his role as a guide to Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita, and his divine interactions with devotees, Krishna’s essence as the ultimate symbol of love and spiritual wisdom is explored in depth. The book emphasizes the power of devotion (bhakti) as ...

From the very first book publication in October 1920 to the film release of Death on the Nile in October 2020, this investigation into Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot celebrates a century of probably the world’s favourite fictional detective. This book tells his story decade-by-decade, exploring his appearances not only in the original novels, short stories and plays but also across stage, screen and radio productions.

Now in the pantheon of great thinkers, Simone Weil (1909–1943) lived largely in the shadows, searching for her spiritual home while bearing witness to the violence that devastated Europe twice in her brief lifetime. The letters she wrote to her parents and brother from childhood onward chart her intellectual range as well as her itinerancy and ever-shifting preoccupations, revealing the singular personality at the heart of her brilliant essays. The first complete collection of Weil's missives to her family, A Life in Letters offers new insight into her personal relationships and experiences.