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 Michael D. Bailey, "Magic and Superstition in Europe: A Concise History from Antiquity to the Present " English | ISBN: 0742533867 | 2007 | 288 pages | AZW3 | 3 MB The only comprehensive, single-volume survey of magic available, this compelling book traces the history of magic, witchcraft, and superstitious practices such as popular spells or charms from antiquity to the present day. Focusing especially on Europe in the medieval and early modern eras, Michael Bailey also explores the ancient Near East, classical Greece and Rome, and the spread of magical systems_particularly modern witchcraft or Wicca_from Europe to the United States. He examines how magic and superstition have been defined in various historical eras and how these constructions have changed over time. He considers the ways in which specific categories of magic have been condemned, and how those identified as magicians or witches have been persecuted and prosecuted in various societies. Although conceptions of magic have changed over time, the author shows how magic has almost always served as a boundary marker separating socially acceptable actions from illicit ones, and more generally the known and understood from the unknown and occult.  Jonah Berger, "Magic Words: The New Science of Language for Persuasion, Communication, and Driving Action" English | ISBN: 0063204932 | 2023 | 256 pages | AZW3 | 1425 KB A NEXT BIG IDEA CLUB 'MUST-READ'  Maurizio Catino, "Mafia Organizations: The Visible Hand of Criminal Enterprise" English | ISBN: 1108476112 | 2019 | 356 pages | PDF | 4 MB How do mafias work? How do they recruit people, control members, conduct legal and illegal business, and use violence? Why do they establish such a complex mix of rituals, rules, and codes of conduct? And how do they differ? Why do some mafias commit many more murders than others? This book makes sense of mafias as organizations, via a collative analysis of historical accounts, official data, investigative sources, and interviews. Catino presents a comparative study of seven mafias around the world, from three Italian mafias to the American Cosa Nostra, Japanese Yakuza, Chinese Triads, and Russian mafia. He identifies the organizational architecture that characterizes these criminal groups, and relates different organizational models to the use of violence. Furthermore, he advances a theory on the specific functionality of mafia rules and discusses the major organizational dilemmas that mafias face. This book shows that understanding the organizational logic of mafias is an indispensable step in confronting them.  Tracy Atkinson, "MBTI Learning Styles: A Practical Approach" English | ISBN: 1728620244 | 2018 | 251 pages | AZW3 | 3 MB MBTI Learning Styles: A Practical Approach contains not only the details on the distinct learning styles but best approaches and practices in teaching and learning. Each preference and type includes sections on:-learner keyword: a description of the learner in one or two words-learner question: a query most addressed-learner style descriptioncognitive environment: a description of the most effective classroom for the type of learner-teacher tips-learner tips-effective instructional methodologies-most efficient assessment options to honestly gauge knowledgeLastly, MBTI Learning Styles: A Practical Approach possess a comparative list of the most effective instructional and assessment strategies for instructors, trainers and learners to use.Instructors often ask:-How can I motivate my learners?-How can I reach more students?-How can I help my students to understand?-How can I motivate and encourage a lifetime of learning?Students wonder:-How can I learn better?-What will help me to retain this information?-What are the best ways to learn?-Why didn't I do so well on my homework or test?All of these questions are important and unique to the individual just as their learning style is unique to them.MBTI Learning Styles: A Practical Approach looks at these questions by investigating how each of the eight different preferences (extravert, introvert, intuition, sensing, feeling, thinking, perceiving and judging) and the sixteen different personality types approach learning, instruction, classrooms and even assessments. While some methodologies work well in some cases, in other situations, the instructional construct may not work. Teachers then ask:-Why didn't my students learn this material?-Why weren't the objectives of my lesson met?-Why did I lose the attention of my student?How were there so many errors made on the homework?Starting with the fundamentals is the best approach and familiarizing oneself with their students. As teachers look at students as unique and individual learners, their specialized learning needs become an asset in the classroom.MBTI Learning Styles: A Practical Approach specifically addresses each of the eight preferences and the sixteen different personality types, investigating the different learning styles attributed to each as well as the most effective instructional methodologies. Each preference and type, additionally, perform more efficiently with a greater ability to demonstrate mastery on assessments which correlate with their learning type. From MBTI Learning Styles: A Practical Approach educators, parents and learners gain an in-depth view of themselves and others as a learners.  Amy Lawrence, "Low-Carb Vegetarian Cookbook: 100 Easy Recipes and a Kick-Start Meal Plan" English | ISBN: 1646112199 | 2020 | 180 pages | MOBI | 4 MB Limited carbs. Unlimited flavor―the complete vegetarian cookbook  Jennifer Koslo, "Low-Carb Cravings Cookbook: Your Favorite Foods Made Low-Carb" English | ISBN: 1623156149 | 2015 | 184 pages | MOBI | 3 MB You Can Have Your Fried Chicken and Eat It, Too  Glennon Doyle, "Love Warrior: A Memoir" English | ISBN: 1250075734 | 2017 | 304 pages | MOBI | 473 KB #1 New York Times Bestseller | Oprah's Book Club Selection  Safi Bahcall, "Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries" English | ISBN: 1250185963 | 2019 | 368 pages | MOBI | 26 MB * Instant WSJ bestseller  David L. Craddock, "Long Live Mortal Kombat: Round 1: The Fatalities and Fandom of the Arcade Era" English | ISBN: 0988409992 | 2022 | 496 pages | MOBI | 15 MB To politicians and parents, Mortal Kombat was a menace to society. To gamers, it was a way of life. From dedicated hustlers who put thousands of miles on their odometers driving coast to coast to challenge the top players in arcades, to fans who devote their free time to collecting action figures, setting world records, and plumbing the depths of its lore, the Mortal Kombat franchise has topped sales charts for 30 years, and its popularity shows no signs of waning.  Jack Chesher, "London: A Guide for Curious Wanderers: The Sunday Times Bestseller" English | ISBN: 0711277559 | 2023 | 176 pages | MOBI | 17 MB See London in a completely new light in this guide to the city's hidden secrets, untold stories and special places laden with history which you can discover for yourself! |
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