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Between Hope and Despair

Pedagogy and the Remembrance of Historical Trauma

by Rachel Baum, Mario DiPaolantonio, Andrea Liss, Jody Ranck, Julie Salverson, Rinaldo Walcott, Deborah P. Britzman ...

Series series Culture and Education Series
At the end of a century of unfathomable suffering, societies are facing anew the question of how events that shock, resist assimilation, and evoke contradictory and complex responses should be remembered. Between Hope and Despair specifically examines the pedagogical problem of how remembrance is to proceed when what is to be remembered is underscored by a logic difficult to comprehend and ... Read more

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At the end of a century of unfathomable suffering, societies are facing anew the question of how events that shock, resist assimilation, and evoke contradictory and complex responses should be remembered. Between Hope and Despair specifically examines the pedagogical problem of how remembrance is to proceed when what is to be remembered is underscored by a logic difficult to comprehend and
... Read more
Paucity Of Being Heard

Collection of Poems

by Mandy Smith, Jordan Briggs, Laura Engle, Rachel Baum, Joey Conley, Pri Victor, Cathy Hollister, Nina Wilson, Pamela Impson, Rich Larsen, Pavel Frolov, Lindsey Bottino, Aleksandra Pandyra ...

Poets Choice is a poetry book publishing brand registered and having its head office in Mumbai, India. We are on the verge of setting up our offices in USA as well.We have been around since 2010.Our writers hail from over 48 countries across the world. To view the complete list visit our website.We welcome book reviews on our website – www.poetschoice.in . Books can also be ordered directly from ... Read more

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Poets Choice is a poetry book publishing brand registered and having its head office in Mumbai, India. We are on the verge of setting up our offices in USA as well.We have been around since 2010.Our writers hail from over 48 countries across the world. To view the complete list visit our website.We welcome book reviews on our website – www.poetschoice.in . Books can also be ordered directly from
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Who Can You Trust?

How Technology Brought Us Together and Why It Might Drive Us Apart

by Rachel Botsman ...

Narrated by Caroline Baum ...

Unabridged

10 hours 34 min

If you can't trust those in charge, who can you trust? From government to business, banks to media, trust in institutions is at an all-time low. But this isn't the age of distrust -- far from it.In this revolutionary book, world-renowned trust expert Rachel Botsman reveals that we are at the tipping point of one of the biggest social transformations in human history -- with fundamental ... Read more

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If you can't trust those in charge, who can you trust? From government to business, banks to media, trust in institutions is at an all-time low. But this isn't the age of distrust -- far from it.In this revolutionary book, world-renowned trust expert Rachel Botsman reveals that we are at the tipping point of one of the biggest social transformations in human history -- with fundamental
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Children's Short Works, Vol. 034 (Unabridged)

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by et al. L. Frank Baum ...

Narrated by Norma Vanhoose, Rachel Carter, Leslie Nash, Gayle Odonnell ...

Unabridged

3 hours

Buckle up, young adventurers! Welcome to Volume 34 of Children's Short Works, a treasure trove of fantastical tales waiting to be explored. Journey with L. Frank Baum, the beloved creator of Oz, and dive into enchanting stories alongside other captivating authors. Will you meet a mischievous pixie who grants wishes, or perhaps a brave princess who outwits a grumpy troll? Each chapter offers a ... Read more

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Buckle up, young adventurers! Welcome to Volume 34 of Children's Short Works, a treasure trove of fantastical tales waiting to be explored. Journey with L. Frank Baum, the beloved creator of Oz, and dive into enchanting stories alongside other captivating authors. Will you meet a mischievous pixie who grants wishes, or perhaps a brave princess who outwits a grumpy troll? Each chapter offers a
... Read more

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Beginners

The Joy and Transformative Power of Lifelong Learning

by Tom Vanderbilt ...

Narrated by Tom Vanderbilt ...

Unabridged

7 hours 21 min

**An insightful, joyful tour of the transformative powers of starting something new, no matter your age—from the bestselling author of Traffic and You May Also Like“Vanderbilt elegantly and persuasively tackles one of the most pernicious of the lies we tells ourselves—that the pleasures of learning are reserved for the young.” —Malcolm Gladwell, bestselling author of Outliers**Why do so many of us ... Read more

$17.99 USD

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**An insightful, joyful tour of the transformative powers of starting something new, no matter your age—from the bestselling author of Traffic and You May Also Like“Vanderbilt elegantly and persuasively tackles one of the most pernicious of the lies we tells ourselves—that the pleasures of learning are reserved for the young.” —Malcolm Gladwell, bestselling author of Outliers**Why do so many of us
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How We Change

(And Ten Reasons Why We Don't)

by Ross Ellenhorn ...

Narrated by Nathan Agin ...

Unabridged

11 hours 9 min

A paradigm-shifting, instant classic in the making that challenges our assumptions about change by encouraging us to understand and embrace our resistance to it.We all have something we want to change about ourselves. But whether it's quitting smoking, losing weight, or breaking some common bad habit or negative behavior pattern, we feel a sense of failure when we don’t succeed. This often sets ... Read more

$28.99 USD

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A paradigm-shifting, instant classic in the making that challenges our assumptions about change by encouraging us to understand and embrace our resistance to it.We all have something we want to change about ourselves. But whether it's quitting smoking, losing weight, or breaking some common bad habit or negative behavior pattern, we feel a sense of failure when we don’t succeed. This often sets
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The Reality Bubble

How Science Reveals the Hidden Truths that Shape Our World

by Ziya Tong ...

Narrated by Ziya Tong ...

Unabridged

11 hours 29 min

**WINNER OF THE 2020 LANE ANDERSON AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 RBC TAYLOR PRIZEFrom one of the world's most engaging science journalists, a groundbreaking and wonder-filled look at the hidden things that shape our lives in unexpected and sometimes dangerous ways.**Our naked eyes see only a thin sliver of reality.We are blind in comparison to the X-rays that peer through skin, the mass ... Read more

$24.99 USD

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**WINNER OF THE 2020 LANE ANDERSON AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 RBC TAYLOR PRIZEFrom one of the world's most engaging science journalists, a groundbreaking and wonder-filled look at the hidden things that shape our lives in unexpected and sometimes dangerous ways.**Our naked eyes see only a thin sliver of reality.We are blind in comparison to the X-rays that peer through skin, the mass
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Wanting

The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life

by Luke Burgis ...

Narrated by Luke Burgis, Sean Patrick Hopkins ...

Unabridged

8 hours 54 min

A groundbreaking exploration of why we want what we want, and a toolkit for freeing ourselves from chasing unfulfilling desires.Gravity affects every aspect of our physical being, but there’s a psychological force just as powerful—yet almost nobody has heard of it. It’s responsible for bringing groups of people together and pulling them apart, making certain goals attractive to some and not to ... Read more

$24.99 USD

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A groundbreaking exploration of why we want what we want, and a toolkit for freeing ourselves from chasing unfulfilling desires.Gravity affects every aspect of our physical being, but there’s a psychological force just as powerful—yet almost nobody has heard of it. It’s responsible for bringing groups of people together and pulling them apart, making certain goals attractive to some and not to
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How to Listen

Tools for opening up conversations when it matters most

by Katie Colombus, Samaritans, The Samaritan Enterprises Limited ...

Narrated by Laura Kirman ...

Unabridged

4 hours 57 min

Listening helps us be there for others, to support them in tough times, and to strengthen our relationships with partners, family, friends and colleagues.From opening up a conversation with someone who might be struggling, to how to use gentle encouragement to help others share their stories, How to Listen demonstrates the power of listening without judgement and draws on the extensive experience ... Read more

$24.99 USD

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Listening helps us be there for others, to support them in tough times, and to strengthen our relationships with partners, family, friends and colleagues.From opening up a conversation with someone who might be struggling, to how to use gentle encouragement to help others share their stories, How to Listen demonstrates the power of listening without judgement and draws on the extensive experience
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The Data Detective

Ten Easy Rules to Make Sense of Statistics

by Tim Harford ...

Narrated by Tim Harford ...

Unabridged

10 hours 24 min

From “one of the great (greatest?) contemporary popular writers on economics” (Tyler Cowen) comes a smart, lively, and encouraging rethinking of how to use statistics.**Today we think statistics are the enemy, numbers used to mislead and confuse us. That’s a mistake, Tim Harford says in The Data Detective. We shouldn’t be suspicious of statistics—we need to understand what they mean and how they ... Read more

$20.99 USD

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From “one of the great (greatest?) contemporary popular writers on economics” (Tyler Cowen) comes a smart, lively, and encouraging rethinking of how to use statistics.**Today we think statistics are the enemy, numbers used to mislead and confuse us. That’s a mistake, Tim Harford says in The Data Detective. We shouldn’t be suspicious of statistics—we need to understand what they mean and how they
... Read more

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The Hidden Habits of Genius

Beyond Talent, IQ, and Grit—Unlocking the Secrets of Greatness

by Craig Wright ...

Narrated by Fred Sanders ...

Unabridged

10 hours 7 min

“An unusually engaging book on the forces that fuel originality across fields.” --Adam GrantLooking at the 14 key traits of genius, from curiosity to creative maladjustment to obsession, Professor Craig Wright, creator of Yale University's popular “Genius Course,” explores what we can learn from brilliant minds that have changed the world.Einstein. Beethoven. Picasso. Jobs. The word genius evokes ... Read more

$28.99 USD

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“An unusually engaging book on the forces that fuel originality across fields.” --Adam GrantLooking at the 14 key traits of genius, from curiosity to creative maladjustment to obsession, Professor Craig Wright, creator of Yale University's popular “Genius Course,” explores what we can learn from brilliant minds that have changed the world.Einstein. Beethoven. Picasso. Jobs. The word genius evokes
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How to Decide

Simple Tools for Making Better Choices

by Annie Duke ...

Narrated by Annie Duke ...

Unabridged

6 hours 39 min

Through a blend of compelling exercises and stories, the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets will train you to combat your own biases, address your weaknesses, and help you become a better and more confident decision-maker.What do you do when you're faced with a big decision? If you're like most people, you probably make a pro and con list, spend a lot of time obsessing about decisions that ... Read more

$17.99 USD

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Through a blend of compelling exercises and stories, the bestselling author of Thinking in Bets will train you to combat your own biases, address your weaknesses, and help you become a better and more confident decision-maker.What do you do when you're faced with a big decision? If you're like most people, you probably make a pro and con list, spend a lot of time obsessing about decisions that
... Read more

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