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1) Misbelief
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The renowned social scientist, professor, and bestselling author of Predictably Irrational delivers his most urgent and compelling book—an eye-opening exploration of the human side of the misinformation crisis—examining what drives otherwise rational people to adopt deeply irrational beliefs.
Misinformation affects all of us on a daily basis—from social media to larger political challenges, from casual conversations in supermarkets, to even...
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Welcome to the O.C., b*tch: it's the definitive oral history of beloved TV show The O.C., from the show's creators, featuring interviews with the cast and crew and never-before-seen photos, providing a behind-the-scenes look into how the show was made, the ups and downs over its four seasons, and its legacy today.
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The Future is Emotionally Intelligent
We're in the midst of a parenting revolution that is radically changing the way we raise our kids. Gone are the days of minimizing emotions: Don't Cry. You're Fine. Don't Make a Scene. As our understanding of developing brains has increased, today's parents are looking for a new way to help their children understand their feelings and learn to process them.
Early childhood experts Alyssa Blask Campbell and Lauren...
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Eva Moskowitz, founder of the highly lauded Success Academy Charter Schools, shares her advice for raising smart, successful, and intellectually engaged children.
Eva Moskowitz has built a national reputation as the founder and leader of Success Academy Charter Schools, one of the country's most highly regarded networks of schools, but while most people know Eva for her success in educating 20,000 mainly low-income students who are routinely accepted...
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Drawing on ancient Aboriginal wisdom, a leading Indigenous Australian healer and an Elder show you how to find contentment, purpose, and healing by learning to reconnect with your story-and ultimately the universe.
Dr. Paul Callaghan belongs to the land of the Worimi people who live north of Sydney along the east coast of Australia. Raised to live the western way, Paul found himself mired in deep depression-struggling to find meaning while raising...
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The highly anticipated memoir exposing the collapse of the Murdaugh dynasty by celebrated investigative journalist and creator of the #1 hit Murdaugh Murders Podcast, Mandy Matney.
In Blood on Their Hands, Mandy Matney provides readers with an exclusive inside look into the Murdaugh saga and its sinister web of deceit, theft, and murder. Matney shares the challenges of reporting on the many heartbreaking cases involved while pursuing justice for the...
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A fresh and practical guide to successfully managing children's behaviour - from babies to young adults. Cathy Glass has been a foster carer for over 20 years, during this time fostering more than 50 children, as well as bringing up three of own. Many of these children have had severe behavioural difficulties and have come to Cathy as a last resort, when their parents or carers were no longer able to cope. Drawing on a combination of years of training...
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UK's bestselling language learning audio series. This full course takes you from complete beginner in Spanish to complete confidence. It is the perfect companion for holidays and business trips abroad. • Easy to use – fast, flexible and portable• Easy to follow – just listen, speak and learn• Easy to learn – no complex grammar Whether you're a beginner or you want to refresh and build upon your existing knowledge, you can become confident...
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As we approach a great turning point in history when technology is poised to redefine what it means to be human, The Fourth Age offers fascinating insight into AI, robotics, and their extraordinary implications for our species.
In The Fourth Age, Byron Reese makes the case that technology has reshaped humanity just three times in history: 100,000 years ago, we harnessed fire, which led to language; 10,000 years ago, we developed agriculture, which...
10) Learn Spanish with Paul Noble: Complete Course: Spanish made easy with your personal language coach
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Español
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An exciting, non-traditional approach to language learning with the easy, relaxed appeal of an audio-only product. No books. No rote memorisation. No chance of failure. This download contains the entire course: Part 1• Language ground rules• The use of the past tense• Numbers• Essential vocabulary to use when booking into a hotel, taking a taxi, and eating out Part 2• Asking for directions• Verb revision• Travelling by bus and train•...
11) Learn Mandarin Chinese with Paul Noble – Complete Course: Mandarin Chinese made easy with your pe
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中文(繁體)
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An exciting approach to learning Mandarin Chinese with the easy, relaxed appeal of an audio-only product. Over 12 hours of easy-listening. No books. No rote memorisation. No chance of failure. This download contains the entire course. For all those who have struggled to learn Chinese in the past.For all those who think they're just not a linguist.For all those who don't have the time – or the inclination – to sit and study a textbook. This is...
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Italiano
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Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Italian language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by just listening and repeating. Collins Gem Phrase Books are designed for ease of use, with practical, flexible phrases that can be adapted to suit the needs of...
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Learn Spanish with Paul Noble combines an exciting, new non-traditional approach to language learning with the easy, relaxed appeal of an audio-only product. No books. No rote memorization. No chance of failure. Paul Noble is a genius with a higher IQ than Einstein. Despite this, he still struggled with language learning at school. He found himself feeling 'confused, incapable and unable to really say anything'. As a result of his negative early experiences,...
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Ever wondered when board games got so good?
The last forty years have seen nothing short of a revolution in the world of tabletop games. No longer synonymous with family arguments over a game of Monopoly or Trivial Pursuit, board games and the once niche hobby of tabletop gaming have moved into the mainstream over the last four decades, with modern
classics like CATAN, Ticket to Ride and Carcassonne becoming established household names.
In this...
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Français
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Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the French language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by just listening and repeating. Collins Gem Phrase Books are designed for ease of use, with practical, flexible phrases that can be adapted to suit the needs of...
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Learning the essentials of Spanish couldn't be easier! This short language course will have you speaking the basics of Spanish in just over 2 hours, before or even as you travel! So sit back, relax and listen to Paul Noble's soothing voice help you learn the key skills that you need to speak Spanish with confidence. • Ideal for learning a language for travel• Learn and remember the essential phrases you need• No need to write notes or try to...
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A rare glimpse of professional ballplayers, not as pitchers, hitters, managers, and coaches, but as dads and grandads.
Sons of major league baseball players grow up in a unique environment, not only because they are raised in part by professional athletes, but also because they are raised by the game itself. They come of age immersed in the distinct sounds and aromas of baseball. The locker rooms, the cinderblock-lined corridors beneath the stands,...
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The UK's bestselling audio series for learning a language The Easy Learning Portuguese course is the perfect language learning course for holidays and business trips abroad. • Easy to use – learn Portuguese quickly and with confidence• Easy to follow – listen, speak Portuguese and learn• Easy to learn – Portuguese grammar made simple Easy Learning Portuguese teaches you key words for the most important situations and lets you expand your...
19) Learn Mandarin Chinese with Paul Noble – Part 2: Mandarin Chinese made easy with your personal la
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中文(繁體)
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Learn Mandarin Chinese with Paul Noble combines an exciting, new non-traditional approach to language learning with the easy, relaxed appeal of an audio-only product. No books. No rote memorisation. No chance of failure. Paul Noble struggled with language learning at school. He found himself feeling 'confused, incapable and unable to really say anything'. As a result of his negative early experiences, Paul has come up with a ground-breaking method...
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日本語
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Listen to the key words and phrases in Japanese, then repeat, practice and refine! A relaxing way to pick up the language. All essential words and phrases for modern life in Japan are here with topics covering home life, work and school environments, shopping, food and drink, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment. Great care has been given to represent modern Japanese culture and enhance your experience of Japan and its people,...
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