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"Correlation does not imply causation". This mantra has been invoked by scientists for decades and has led to a virtual prohibition on causal talk. But today, that taboo is dead. The causal revolution, sparked by Judea Pearl and his colleagues, has cut through a century of confusion and placed causality - the study of cause and effect - on a firm scientific basis.

In the constantly evolving world of finance, a solid technical foundation is an essential tool for success. Until the welcomed arrival of authors Josh Rosenbaum and Josh Pearl, no one had taken the time to properly codify the lifeblood of the corporate financier's work - namely, valuation, through all of the essential lenses of an investment banker. With the release of Investment Banking, Third Edition, Rosenbaum and Pearl once again have created the definitive guide that they wish had existed when they were trying to break into Wall Street.

Stock investing is more prevalent than ever, whether directly or indirectly through brokerage accounts, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, or retirement plans. Despite this, the vast majority of individual investors have no training on how to pick stocks. And, until now, there hasn't been a truly accessible, easy-to-understand resource available to help them. The Little Book of Investing Like the Pros was written to fill this void.

On her 40th birthday, Madame Wu carries out a decision she has been planning for a long time: she tells her husband that after 24 years their physical life together is now over and she wishes him to take a second wife. The House of Wu, one of the oldest and most revered in China, is thrown into an uproar by her decision, but Madame Wu will not be dissuaded and arranges for a young country girl to come take her place in bed.

The story of Tzu Hsi is the story of the last empress in China. In this audiobook, Pearl S. Buck recreates the life of one of the most intriguing rules during a time of intense turbulence. Tzu Hsi was born into one of the lowly ranks of the Imperial dynasty. According to custom, she moved to the Forbidden City at the age of 17 to become one of hundreds of concubines. But her singular beauty and powers of manipulation quickly moved her into the position of Second Consort.

On the eve of a popular rebellion, the Chinese government starts to crack down in cities across the country. Fleeing the turmoil, Wang Yuan, the son of a famous general and grandson of the patriarch of The Good Earth, leaves for America to study agriculture. When he returns to China six years later, he encounters a nation still in the grip of violent uprisings. Unprepared for the social upheaval, Wang is torn by the tensions between old traditions and new ways and by his formidable family, whose struggles he hopes to solve.

Which freedoms do Americans hold most dear? The Bill of Rights is a list of important freedoms shared by everyone in the United States. Join President James Madison to find out how the Bill of Rights came to be. Also, discover what it means to people today.

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER From the bestselling author of The Taking of Jemima Boone, the unbelievable true story of a real-life Swiss Family Robinson (and their dog) who faced sharks, shipwreck, and betrayal. On December 10, 1887, a shark fishing boat disappeared. On board the doomed vessel were...

Written by renowned healer, internationally acclaimed author and chiropractor Dr. Eric Pearl along with speaker, scholar and teaching partner Jillian Fleer, The Direct Path to Healing: A Trinity of Energy, Light & Information—and you—are Here! With a special Introduction and Before You Read sections narrated by the authors, this book is supported with straightforward science, simple quantum physics and insights into our non-dual reality.

Performed by Nancy Pearl, Jeff Schwager and a multi-cast that includes book contributors Luis Alberto Urrea, Siri Hustvedt, Laurie Frankel, Vendela Vida, and Richard Ford. The Writer’s Library audiobook also features real conversations with Michael Chabon, Ayelet Waldman, and Laila Lalami...

Making Up As We Go is a podcast hosted by married couple Elanna and Paddy, where real life meets real conversation. From running a beauty brand together and raising three kids, to navigating marriage, faith, work, and everything in between — nothing is off limits. Each episode is an honest, relaxed chat about the highs, the hard bits, and the mildly humorous ordinary moments of life. Expect candid conversations, thoughtful reflections, a few laughs, and the reminder that nobody really has it all figured out — and that’s okay. We’re all just making it up, and making up as we go.

Sons begins where The Good Earth ended: revolution is sweeping through China. Wang Lung is on his deathbed in the house of his fathers, and his three sons stand ready to inherit his hard-won estate. One son has taken the family's wealth for granted and become a landlord; another is a thriving merchant and moneylender; and the youngest, an ambitious general, is destined to be a leader in the country.

To the Chinese the dragon is not an evil creature, but is a god and the friend of men who worship him. He "holds in his power prosperity and peace." Ruling the waters and the winds, he sends the good rain, is hence the symbol of fecundity. In the Hsia dynasty two dragons fought a great duel until both disappeared, leaving only a fertile foam from which were born the descendants of the Hsia. Thus, the dragons came to be looked upon as the ancestors of a race of heroes. This is the story of China at War.

Welcome to “How to Handyma’am”, where we educate and entertain with our experience as three women in the home remodeling business. We’ve learned everything the hardest possible way – so you don’t have to! We envision a community of women who are empowered to take care of the daily needs of their lives independently, with confidence and knowledge. That goes for how you care for your home, what you do with your career, and who you trust to provide services in your home! The Michigan-based home improvement podcast from the team at MyHandyma'am.

Canon of the Pearl is a modern Arsenal-focused podcast from the heart of Kampala. We break down matches, tactics, club news, transfer moves, and fan conversations — all through a fresh East African lens. Expect: • Clean analysis • Honest Gooner opinions • Match previews & reactions • Arsenal stories from Uganda • Weekly episodes + special features

SPECTRUM SOUND BITEZ Unapologetic-Unbroken Banner“Welcome to Spectrum Sound Bitez, the podcast from Spectrum Waves Music Entertainment and Spectrum Wave Publishing”. I’m your host, Black Pearl. This is more than a podcast; it's a movement under an unapologetic-unbroken banner—a commitment to the music and the stories that are too real to be silenced. Each episode is your curated dose of discovery, featuring tracks from powerful acts like Black Pearl, Precious Jam, and Gemstone. We go beyond the music, bringing you the "Spectrum Wave Media" audiobook versions of the stories behind their...

For thousands of years there have been healers, some working through massage, others through meditation, it’s the most natural thing in the world that we reach out and help each other through times of crisis. There are also places of healing, sometimes spas and sometimes just quiet spaces that people have come to for generations to seek peace and find perspective. In this podcast, I'm going to share some of the amazing types of healing I've experienced around the world - and even some new ways of healing based on recent scientific studies. It's not all woo woo! I've had the most incredible ...

Pearls in the Valley is a short, faith-centered storytelling podcast built on a simple but powerful truth: some of God’s greatest treasures are formed in the lowest places. Just like a pearl begins as an irritation deep inside a dark oyster shell, many of our most life-changing moments are shaped in seasons of pressure, confusion, or heartbreak. Each episode shares real stories—some humorous, some raw, some beautifully unexpected—about how God shapes something valuable in the valleys we walk through. Life’s valleys can feel heavy—but that’s often where God creates the most ...

Follow the Wave with the Original. Tune into the Spectrum Sound Bitez Podcast with Ms. Black Pearl."· "62 Singles. 5 Albums., 3 complication, LPs, in One Vision. Discover the music and the message on my podcast, Spectrum Sound Bitez."· "From the brand ambassador of published Spectrum Waves Music Entertainment: Your weekly dose of music, innovative, creative, and light. The podcast is here. #FollowTheWave"· "Songwriter. Producer. Poet. The Official Artist, Ms. Black Pearl, invites you into her world. Listen to Spectrum Sound Bitez."

Are you an aspiring author staring down your first draft? Join Ashley on From Draft to Done, the weekly novel writing podcast that chronicles the real, messy, and inspiring writing journey from a blank page to a finished manuscript. Every Monday, get an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the first draft process where she tackles everything from writer's block and imposter syndrome to mastering the writing process and hitting weekly word count goals.If you've ever dreamt of becoming a fiction novel writer, this is your source for writing motivation and steps to turning your idea into a ...