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Brought to you by Penguin. SHORTLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE FOR POLITICAL WRITING A DAILY TELEGRAPH BOOK OF THE YEAR A riveting narrative history that shows for the first time how the campaign to end slavery divided Britain, convulsed its politics and was almost thwarted by some of the most...

Brought to you by Penguin. Impossible Monsters is the captivating story of the discovery of the dinosaurs and how it upended our understanding of the origins of the world. In 1811, a twelve-year-old girl uncovered some strange-looking bones in Britain’s southern shoreline. They belonged to no...

Dr Mosley explains why we pile on dangerous abdominal fat and shows us how to shed it, fast. He demolishes common myths and offers practical, science-backed advice for lasting change. The 8-week plan includes 3 core principles - a low-carb eating plan; advice on physical activity; key mental...

The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing is a DIY handbook that espouses the sage investment wisdom of John C. Bogle. This witty and wonderful book offers contrarian advice that provides the first step on the road to investment success, illustrating how relying on typical "common sense" promoted by Wall Street is destined to leave you poorer. This updated edition includes new information on backdoor Roth IRAs and ETFs as mainstream buy-and-hold investments, estate taxes and gifting, plus changes to the laws regarding Traditional and Roth IRAs, and 401k and 403b retirement plans.

The first ever Podcast dedicated to the classic 90s British Sitcom Goodnight Sweetheart. Presented by Richard Taylor and Michael Bickers, this Podcast will feature a detailed review of every episode along with interviews with cast and crew members and fans of the show.

Art is inherently magickal, and you, as an artist, are also a magician who can ritualize your creative endeavors to make them stronger than ever. Astrea Taylor offers an impressive collection of spells, rituals, deities, and lore that will help you bring to life the story, painting, sculpture, or music you've been dreaming about. This book is designed to guide you through the entire creative process. You'll draw inspiration from spirits and the four elements to complete your rough draft, and then use the principles of alchemy to refine your piece.

By the middle of the second century BCE, after nearly one hundred years of warfare, Rome had exerted its control over the entire Mediterranean world, forcing the other great powers of the region—Carthage, Macedonia, Egypt, and the Seleucid empire—to submit militarily and financially. But how, despite its relative poverty and its frequent numerical disadvantage in decisive battles, did Rome prevail? Michael J. Taylor explains this surprising outcome by examining the role that manpower and finances played.

John Owen is widely regarded as one of the most influential English Puritans. As a pastor, he longed to see the glory of Christ take root in people’s lives. As a writer, he continues to encourage us toward discipline and communion with God. His high view of God and deep theological convictions flowed naturally into practical application and a zeal for personal holiness. Barrett and Haykin guide us through the seventeenth-century theologian’s life and doctrine, giving us a glimpse into the majestic vision that served as the foundation for his approach to the Christian life.

Music has the enormous potential to engage and impact the entire brain. After all, the auditory system is the first to develop in utero. And, at the end of life, the last to go. With the advent of brain scanning and other recent research options, studies prove music’s positive effects on the human brain. Through narrative, current and relevant research, and an easy-to-understand format, authors Taylor and Hudson offer a glimpse into the how, the where and the why regarding the benefits of music on the brain. How can a person utilize music to better his or her life?

This is the ideal collection for all lovers of first-rate erotic literature. Edited by Susie Bright, whom the Utne Reader calls "one of the leading thinkers and visionaries of our time", this fifth annual edition of a best-selling series brings together the most outstanding erotic writing of the year.

The SLIS Podcast dives into the best of 80s and 90s alternative rock, metal, and the bands keeping that spirit alive today. Expect candid interviews with rock icons, honest reviews, nostalgic deep dives, and the occasional middle-aged Gen X rant. Theme song: “Hold It” by Interstelar.

Impossible Monsters reveals the central role of dinosaurs and their discovery in toppling traditional religious authority, and in changing perceptions about the Bible, history, and mankind's place in the world.

The author "discovered" the feline world's best-kept secret in a file hidden on his mother's computer by her cat, Cleo, and now shares it with humanity for the first time. Topics covered range from avoiding visits to the vet, to the artful display of captured prey, to getting in the way of a human trying to read anything, including this paragraph. Upon publication, Cleo denied authorship and hired a team of lawyers with their claws out, but despite her best efforts, word is spreading with over 75,000 Kindle downloads.

Not Okay With Gray is a podcast created to empower men and women to change their mindsets and attitudes about aging so they can make the rest of their lives, the best of their lives.

With this book you will learn to how you can seize this generational wealth building opportunity of investing in crypto after the most recent crash before its next move. This book will highlight different types of crypto investment strategies and opportunities primarily focusing Bitcoin and Ethereum but including other well-known and emerging cryptocurrencies as well as the Metaverse. We also discuss where Crypto is heading.

Experienced journalists Michael Taylor and Chris Maguire have launched a new political podcast to give a greater voice to the North. The pair are both former editors of North West Business Insider and have joined forces with Manchester-based agency What Media to produce the ‘Northern Spin’ podcast. The hosts say the weekly 30-minute podcast will provide insight into current affairs, politics and a bit of business, but from a uniquely Northern perspective.

Across a thousand battlefields and a million wars, there is always a question. What do you do when all the chips are on the table? Do you run? Try to find salvation in the arms of an easy peace? Or do you stand and fight? Send your enemies into whatever hole they crawled out of? On Deadly Ground has 10 stories handling that exact question. Each character faces the impossible in different ways, but all will be tested before the day is done. Can they earn a heroic victory amongst the endless eternity of space, or are they doomed to fall into obscurity?

Whether you are a bleeding heart or staunch conservative, if you love politics and history, and want a "balcony perspective" of the latest headlines, this podcast is for you! Join me, a political-junkie, on a series of in-depth conversations on all things political with young professionals, Professors, social activists and local, state, and national political leaders from all over the country.

There are many people that are hesitant to pursue their spiritual journey because of the strict religious doctrines surrounding Christianity that don’t coincide with their personal views. But what if I told you that you can still connect with a higher power and achieve inner peace through spirituality without the strict rules? In this book, you’ll find a refreshing approach that aims to inspire you to find the truth and set yourself free! Be guided by the master teacher, Jesus Christ, and Coach Michael Taylor and see that there's so much more to spirituality than doctrines.

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