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Positive Masculinity is the newest in a series designed to give men actionable information to build better lives for themselves based on realistic, objective understanding of intersexual dynamics. The audiobook outlines four key themes: red-pill parenting, the feminine nature, social imperatives, and positive masculinity.

In the fourteenth volume of the acclaimed 15-volume series, The World’s Story, editor Eva March Tappan presents a unique approach to history. This volume offers a meticulously curated timeline of significant events, tracing the journey from ancient Eastern civilizations to pivotal moments of the early 20th century. Originally compiled in German by the esteemed historian Karl Ploetz (1819-1881) and expertly translated into English by William H. Tillinghast (1854-1913), this book serves as a comprehensive guide for history enthusiasts. - Summary by Sonia

This concluding volume of the 15-part series, The World’s Story, originally crafted by Eva March Tappan, delves deeply into the First World War. Edited by Horatio W. Dresser, it explores the events that led to the war, the fierce battles and innovative war machinery, alongside the intricate political and diplomatic maneuvers of the time. This volume also reflects on the profound human and financial costs of the conflict. - Summary by Sonia

Volume è il podcast ufficiale della casa editrice accademica Bologna University Press: è un podcast che occupa spazio, che racconta storie che si vogliono far sentire. E infatti ne sentirete: dalla malattia di Alzheimer alla piaga della disinformazione, dalle dittature autoritarie al diritto di cittadinanza, passando per Dante Alighieri, la Russia di Putin, il rapporto tra Chiesa e mafia, la post-verità, il metaverso.Volume è il podcast che vorrete aver scoperto prima. Buon ascolto!

Dive into the thrilling world of mystery with Library of the Worlds Best Mystery and Detective Stories, Volume 1. Curated by Julian Hawthorne, this captivating collection features a selection of intriguing short stories that span the globe. Some tales are making their English debut, sourced from unexpected places like the letters of Pliny the Younger and ancient Tibetan manuscripts. This first volume showcases masterful works by American authors, promising suspense and excitement in every tale. (Summary by Leni)

Want your general knowledge to cross all boundaries? Start becoming a "polymath" (a person of great learning in several fields of study) with iMinds Polymath collections. Polymath, Volume 1, is a collection of 36 iMinds knowledge titles, each a self contained grab of engaging information.

The definitive behind-the-scenes history of the dawn of video games and their rise into a multibillion-dollar business “For industry insiders and game players alike, this book is a must-have.”—Mark Turmell, designer for Midway Games and creator of NBA Jam, NFL Blitz, and WrestleMania ...

Everything that thousands of men who started in dead bedrooms and lackluster relationships have learned and refined over the years, distilled into a single series of pro-man concepts. Dread is more than taking back your masculinity, but thriving in a society increasingly hostile towards men. Nothing gets soccer moms, feminists, and traditionally conservative wives angrier than watching men thrive in a way that may not necessarily benefit them (though it does if she's a value add to a relationship).

Learn about your world with iMinds Specialist Series. Have a particular interest? Recognize gaps in your knowledge? iMinds Specialist works across each of our 12 categories bringing you targeted information to broaden your mind.

Pop Culture, Volume 1, looks at the history of fireworks, the role of culture jamming, the phenomenon of the flash mob, the dance style called krumping, the "mocumentary" film genre, and the street art called Stencil Art.

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Step into a realm of enchantment with the legendary storytellers E.T.A Hoffmann, George MacDonald, Violet Hunt, J. Sheridan Le Fanu, and Bram Stoker. This captivating collection invites you to explore the mystical worlds of faeries, gnomes, changelings, phantoms, and other extraordinary beings that defy the limits of imagination. Enjoy six mesmerizing tales that will delight anyone who cherishes the art of fantasy literature at its finest. - Summary by kadath

Step into the world of Robert G. Ingersoll, a dynamic lecturer, gifted lawyer, and one of the most celebrated orators of the mid to late 1800s. Known for his bold critiques of biblical absurdities and the harsh doctrines of Christianity, particularly the chilling concept of eternal damnation, Ingersoll championed the arts, education, science, womens rights, abolition, and the principles of home, family, children, and human liberty. As a prominent figure in the Freethought movement, he famously declared Happiness is the only good, Reason the only torch, Justice the only worship, Humanity the ...

In this engaging continuation, Henry Baerlein delves deeper into his articles originally published in the Fortnightly Review, shedding light on the intricate historical backdrop and the myriad challenges faced by Yugoslavia—a diverse, multi-ethnic nation in southeastern Europe. Formed in the wake of World War I as the Kingdom of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenes, Yugoslavia experienced a tumultuous journey that led to its disintegration in 1992. Today, its legacy lives on in the present-day countries of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, the Republic of Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, ...

In this compelling third installment of a four-volume history of the First World War, we delve into the tumultuous events along the Ypres Salient from February 1916 to mid-November 1917. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricacies of this global conflict, providing listeners with a clear and engaging narrative that enhances our understanding without overwhelming us. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

In this captivating fourth volume of a comprehensive four-part series on the First World War, we delve into the pivotal year of 1917, a time when Germany is undergoing a crucial reorganization and Russia teeters on the brink of collapse. Buchan masterfully navigates the intricate web of events, providing listeners with a clear and engaging understanding of the complexities of war, all without overwhelming detail. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

In the second installment of this comprehensive four-volume series on the First World War, we delve into the tumultuous period from the commencement of the Dardanelles Campaign in September 1914 to the early stages of the Battle of Verdun, concluding in mid-April 1916. As noted by David Reader in volume one, the author adopts a formal approach, offering a sweeping overview filled with factual insights, all while viewing the events through the lens of patriotic British sentiment. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins

In this enchanting collection of tales, the main narrative follows King Shahryar and his new bride, Scheherazade. After discovering his ex-wifes betrayal, the king vows to marry a virgin each night only to execute her the following morning, believing all women to be unfaithful. However, Scheherazade, clever and resourceful, marries him and begins to weave a captivating tapestry of stories each night, leaving them unfinished to prolong her life and intrigue the king. As the nights unfold, readers are treated to a myriad of adventures, some nested within others, featuring beloved tales such as ...

Love! A word that superstition elevates to divine status, that time has transformed into humor, and that self-will has spun into a tantalizing madness. - Alexander and Campaspe. Meet Lady Juliana, the pampered seventeen-and-a-half-year-old daughter of the Earl of Cortland, who is promised in marriage to a wealthy but aging Duke, capable of providing her every luxury. Defying her fathers wishes, she elopes with her dashing but impoverished lover. Their journey leads them to a quirky Scottish castle, where the challenges of love and family await. Can their unconventional marriage withstand the ...

Delve into the enchanting world of Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, also known as Strange Tales of Liaozhai, a mesmerizing collection of nearly five hundred supernatural narratives penned by the talented Pu Songling during the early Qing Dynasty. Written in Classical Chinese, these tales blur the lines between the ordinary and the extraordinary, drawing on a rich tradition of oral storytelling. Pu, believed to have completed most of these stories around 1679, offers readers a captivating glimpse into a realm populated by vixen spirits, ghosts, scholars, court officials, Taoist exorcists, ...

Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio (also known as Strange Tales of Liaozhai) is a mesmerizing collection of nearly five hundred supernatural stories penned by the renowned Pu Songling during the early Qing Dynasty. Written in Classical Chinese, this captivating anthology reflects a rich tradition of oral storytelling, where the lines between reality and the fantastical blur. Most of these tales were completed around 1679, though Pu may have added more until as late as 1707. The narratives are populated with a diverse cast of characters, including vixen spirits, ghosts, scholars, court ...