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יחסו של יוזף רות לאהבה, לנשים ולכסף היה מורכב – הוא נע מאידיאליזציה וטוטאליות עד לאכזבה ומרמור חסרי כל נחמה. שלוש היצירות המרכיבות את הקובץ הזה מבטאות זאת היטב...

The Earth slipped—a shift barely more than a degree on paper, but enough to fracture fault lines, drown cities, and rip the jet stream into shreds. The skies burned with auroras. Rivers swelled and reversed course, turning tall hills into islands. Satellites went silent. And within days, society collapsed.

Sports from an old school perspective.

Delve into the riveting chronicles of Imperial Rome, but with a unique focus on the women who shaped the fate of its Emperors. These women, with their profound influence, played a significant role in the rise and fall of Rome. They ventured beyond the domestic sphere, engaging in public life and politics long before it was conventional. The Empresses left indelible footprints in history, as evidenced by artifacts like the inscription found at Lanuvium and election-addresses in Pompeii - all bearing the mark of Roman women. This podcast shines a light on these women who emerged from anonymity ...

After delving into the intriguing lives of the mistresses of the Western Roman Empire, its time to step into the captivating world of the Byzantine Empresses. This volume takes you on a journey through the fascinating yet lesser-known stories of the powerful women who ruled from the throne of Constantine in New Rome, ancient Byzantium. Often preferring the title of Queens, these women reigned over the Eastern Roman Empire, leaving lasting impressions in history. The books narrative is based on the authors meticulous research and engaging storytelling.

Journey into the personal experiences of the Officer Commanding the 4th Field Ambulance of the Australian Imperial Force. This narrative tracks his journey from departing Australia in December 1914 to his evacuation due to illness after spending five grueling months at Gallipoli. This podcast is a tribute to those who served, a reminder of their sacrifice.

Immerse yourself in the remarkable life and accomplishments of Niccolò Paganini, an Italian maestro renowned for his violin, viola, and guitar prowess, as well as his composition skills. Acknowledged as one of the most illustrious violin virtuosos of his era, Paganinis techniques continue to influence modern violinists. Gain insights from François-Joseph Fétis, a prominent Belgian musicologist and critic from the 19th century, as he delves into Paganinis compositions and the evolution of the violin. - Narrated by David Wales.

Dive into a riveting, first-hand account of the 332nd Infantrys journey during World War I. From their rigorous training on American soil, the brief yet impactful stay in France, to their engaging activities in Italy, and ultimately, the triumphant return home. Narrated by KevinS.

Delve into the captivating chronicles of devout followers of Christ through the ages. This narrative is not about their affiliation to any particular church, nor about their practices and rituals, or even about their worldly status. It is a celebration of their unwavering faith, their love for the gospel, and their steadfast endurance in the face of adversity. This isnt a tale of secular greats but an homage to the humble believers who put Christs teachings at the heart of their existence. Explore the essence of Christs religion through the lives of these genuine followers, unburdened by ...

The number of books in the Bible depends on which Bible is being referenced. Protestant and Catholic churches recognize 27 New Testament books. Protestants recognize 39 books of the Jewish canon in the Old Testament. Roman Catholics hold 46 books of the Old Testament as canon, along with expanded versions of Esther and Daniel.

This is a self-help book for people who don't usually buy self-help books. Instead of offering cognitive-behavioral techniques for dealing with anger, or affirming strategies to boost self-esteem, this self-help book adapts the basic methods of psychodynamic psychotherapy to a guided course in self-exploration, highlighting the universal role of defense mechanisms in warding off emotional pain.

In the town of Night Vale, there's a faceless old woman who secretly lives in everyone's home, but no one knows how she got there or where she came from...until now. Told in a series of eerie flashbacks, the story of the Woman is revealed, as she guides, haunts and sabotages an unfortunate Night Vale resident named Craig. In the end, her dealings with Craig and her history in 19th century Europe will come together in the most unexpected and horrifying way.

Speak of the Devil is the first book-length study of The Satanic Temple. Joseph Laycock, a scholar of new religious movements, contends that the emergence of "political Satanism" marks a significant moment in American religious history that will have a lasting impact on how Americans frame debates about religious freedom.

Over the span of 48 lectures, four experienced lawyers and teachers recreate key parts of the first-year law student experience, introducing you to main areas of law most every beginning student studies. Enriched with famous cases from the annals of American law and powerful arguments by some of history's most successful lawyers, these lectures offer access to an often intimidating, surprisingly accessible, and civically important field.

Broken promises, missed deadlines, poor behavior - they don't just make others' lives miserable; they can sap up to 50 percent of organizational performance and account for the vast majority of divorces. Crucial Accountability offers the tools for improving relationships in the workplace and in life and for resolving all these problems - permanently.

At the beginning of his career, Joseph Campbell developed a lasting fascination with the cultures of the Far East, and explorations of Buddhist and Hindu philosophy later became recurring motifs in his vast body of work. However, Campbell had to wait until middle age to visit the lands that inspired him so deeply. In 1954, he took a sabbatical from his teaching position and embarked on a year-long voyage through India, Thailand, Cambodia, Burma, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and finally Japan.

Exclusively from Audible. The Secret Agent is based on an actual attempt made in 1894 to blow up the Greenwich Observatory. A labyrinth of greed, corruption, and betrayal, it is the most darkly humorous of all Conrad's tales. It follows a European secret agent, Adolf Verloc, 'a London shop owner' with anarchist leanings who becomes reluctantly involved in a plot to blow up the Greenwich Observatory. Full of great characters, melodramatic irony and psychological intrigue the tale is far from simple....

In the words of the Buddha, the four foundations of mindfulness (the four sadhipatthanas) are " the direct path for the purification of beings, for the surmounting of sorrow and lamentation, for the disapperance of dukkha (suffering) and discontent, for the acquiring of the true method, for the rea;ization of Nibbahna." Within the quinitessential discourse called the Satipatthana Sutta, we find the Buddha's seminal teachings on the practice of meditation.

Joseph Campbell, arguably the greatest mythologist of the twentieth century, was certainly one of our greatest storytellers. This masterfully crafted book interweaves conversations between Campbell and some of the people he inspired, including poet Robert Bly, anthropologist Angeles Arrien, filmmaker David Kennard, Doors drummer John Densmore, psychiatric pioneer Stanislov Grof, Nobel laureate Roger Guillemen, and others. Campbell reflects on subjects ranging from the origins and functions of myth, the role of the artist, and the need for ritual to the ordeals of love and romance.

You will be amazed at this audiobook's down-to-earth practicality. You are presented with simple, usable formulas and techniques that anyone can apply in the workaday world. The special features of this book will enlighten, appeal, and reveal to you the reason why oftentimes many people get the opposite of what they prayed for. This audio will also point out to you clearly the reasons why.