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The Pursuit of Pleasurable Work: Craftwork in Twenty-First Century England (New Anthropologies of Europe: Perspectives and Provocations #4)
by Trevor H. J. MarchandAgainst the backdrop of an alienating, technologizing and ever-accelerating world of material production, this book tells an intimate story: one about a community of woodworkers training at an historic institution in London’s East End during the present ‘renaissance of craftsmanship’. The animated and scholarly accounts of learning, achievement and challenges reveal the deep human desire to create with our hands, the persistent longing to find meaningful work, and the struggle to realise dreams. In its penetrating explorations of the nature of embodied skill, the book champions greater appreciation for the dexterity, ingenuity and intelligence that lie at the heart of craftwork.
The Pursuit of Pleasurable Work: Craftwork in Twenty-First Century England (New Anthropologies of Europe: Perspectives and Provocations #4)
by Trevor H. J. MarchandAgainst the backdrop of an alienating, technologizing and ever-accelerating world of material production, this book tells an intimate story: one about a community of woodworkers training at an historic institution in London’s East End during the present ‘renaissance of craftsmanship’. The animated and scholarly accounts of learning, achievement and challenges reveal the deep human desire to create with our hands, the persistent longing to find meaningful work, and the struggle to realise dreams. In its penetrating explorations of the nature of embodied skill, the book champions greater appreciation for the dexterity, ingenuity and intelligence that lie at the heart of craftwork.
The Pursuit of Pleasurable Work: Craftwork in Twenty-First Century England (New Anthropologies of Europe: Perspectives and Provocations #4)
by Trevor H. J. MarchandAgainst the backdrop of an alienating, technologizing and ever-accelerating world of material production, this book tells an intimate story: one about a community of woodworkers training at an historic institution in London’s East End during the present ‘renaissance of craftsmanship’. The animated and scholarly accounts of learning, achievement and challenges reveal the deep human desire to create with our hands, the persistent longing to find meaningful work, and the struggle to realise dreams. In its penetrating explorations of the nature of embodied skill, the book champions greater appreciation for the dexterity, ingenuity and intelligence that lie at the heart of craftwork.
The Pursuit of Pleasurable Work: Craftwork in Twenty-First Century England (New Anthropologies of Europe: Perspectives and Provocations #4)
by Trevor H. J. MarchandAgainst the backdrop of an alienating, technologizing and ever-accelerating world of material production, this book tells an intimate story: one about a community of woodworkers training at an historic institution in London’s East End during the present ‘renaissance of craftsmanship’. The animated and scholarly accounts of learning, achievement and challenges reveal the deep human desire to create with our hands, the persistent longing to find meaningful work, and the struggle to realise dreams. In its penetrating explorations of the nature of embodied skill, the book champions greater appreciation for the dexterity, ingenuity and intelligence that lie at the heart of craftwork.
Life after Death (The\paranormal Ser.)
by James MarchantLife After Death, edited by Sir James Marchant, is a collection of essays from Victorian Spiritualists and the Christian religious leaders of the time that discuss different theories on what happens after death. The book includes an essay from Sir Oliver Joseph Lodge, the British physicist who developed the coherer, a radio-wave detector that was part of the early radiotelegraph receiver.There is also a fascinating description of a visitation by the spirit of Queen Victoria and many other examples and stories about experiencing life after death. A title in The Paranormal ebook series, this book was originally published in 1925.The Paranormal, the new ebook series from F&W Media International Ltd, resurrecting rare titles, classic publications and out-of-print texts, as well as new ebook titles on the supernatural - other-worldly books for the digital age. The series includes a range of paranormal subjects from angels, fairies and UFOs to near-death experiences, vampires, ghosts and witchcraft.
Anxiety: How to Calm Your Thoughts and Quieten Your Mind
by Debbi MarcoLife’s journey is not always smooth sailing, but there are ways of charting your own course. This compact book is packed with simple but effective tips and advice to ease your mind in times of turbulence, and help you find calm in every situation.
The Confidence Fix: Empowering Exercises to Build Your Self-Esteem
by Debbi MarcoConfidence isn't something we are born with, but instead is a skill that can be learned and developed over time. Filled with inspiring statements and practical activities, The Confidence Boost is a gentle and encouraging guide on how to find your inner strength, develop your resilience and build your self-belief.
Life is Tough, But So Are You: Thoughtful Tips and Advice for Developing Resilience and Mental Strength
by Debbi MarcoYou can totally do thisWe all face ups and downs from time to time, and if you sometimes struggle to cope with life’s challenges, big or small, then this book can help. Bursting with useful tips, kind advice and encouraging affirmations, this handy guide will provide the tools you need to overcome adversity and bounce back even stronger.In this book, you will find:Helpful information on what it means to be mentally strongSuggestions to help you stay calm and positive when life throws you a curveballSimple ideas for taking care of your physical health and maintaining positive mental well-beingTechniques for finding resolve in difficult moments, including tips and practical exercises for boosting confidenceA guide to the different types of professional help available and how to find the right treatment for youThis is the perfect book for anyone looking to find strength, survive setbacks, and foster a brilliant, more resilient mindset.
You're Amazing: How to Cast Off Self-Doubt and Embrace Your Inner Brilliance
by Debbi MarcoBeing amazing doesn’t mean having a perfect life. The fact is, there is nobody quite like you, and this alone is absolutely remarkable. Brimming with thought-provoking advice, quotes and affirmations, this book will help you to push your boundaries, embrace your inner confidence and learn to truly love yourself.
You're Not Alone: Good Advice and Kind Words for When You Feel Lonely
by Debbi MarcoA comforting guide for whenever loneliness strikes, filled with kind words, helpful ideas and down-to-earth adviceWe all feel lonely sometimesIn a world more connected than ever before, it can be hard to unravel why it is that we feel alone. The truth is, whether you’re sociable or solitary, extroverted or introverted, loneliness can affect us all at some point in our lives.This clear and comforting book is here to help you understand loneliness and the importance of looking after your mind, body and soul whenever you feel alone. Packed with easy-to-follow advice and bite-sized tips as well as a selection of uplifting quotes, it’s a go-to guide for anyone feeling lonely or isolated.Learn and understand more about:Why loneliness is so common and what we can do about itHow to nurture your mind and body to give you greater confidenceWhat the best strategies are to support your mental health and well-beingHow to form and build on new connections in your life
Own the Day, Own Your Life: Optimised Practices For Waking, Working, Learning, Eating, Training, Playing, Sleeping And Sex
by Aubrey MarcusRevolutionise your life one day at a time with this empowering handbook designed for men and women which provides simple strategies for each element of your day. Marcus Aubrey, author of the book is CEO of Onnit, a human performance company that he has built into one of the fastest growing companies in the world.
Sex Points: Reclaim Your Sex Life with the Revolutionary Multi-point System
by Dr. Bat Sheva MarcusIn this refreshingly honest book, the "Queen of Vibrators" and the "Orthodox Sex Guru" shares her easy, proven system to help women have a healthy, robust sex life. Myth: Great sex comes naturally, and when it doesn&’t, there is something wrong.Fact: Sex is a gift that takes work. Like exercise or eating right, it also takes practice and know-how.&“Queen of Vibrators&” Dr. Bat Sheva Marcus believes a healthy, robust, fulfilling sex life is a right for all women. And after twenty years as a sex therapist, Dr. Bat Sheva knows that there&’s more to sex than lingerie and beach vacations. Sex Points is the first book that helps you identify and analyze for yourself what factors are affecting your sex life. Using Dr. Bat Sheva&’s revolutionary Sex Points Assessment, you can pinpoint what&’s keeping you from the great sex you deserve by looking at where you&’re scoring low in four key areas: pain, arousal, libido, and orgasm. And then she&’ll help you get points back in each of those areas! Your sex life is complex, unique to you, and affected by psychological, medical, and emotional variables. If you think that a diminished sex drive is natural, pain is expected, and no orgasms is no problem—prepare to have your world rocked. Covering everything from how to choose a vibrator to recapturing orgasms, understanding hormones, to rekindling lust, embracing taboo fantasies, and parsing complicated relationships, to what sex really means (hint: it's not just intercourse), Sex Points is a comprehensive, revelatory, I-didn&’t-know-it-could-be-this-good guide for every woman, at every age, in every situation. A Fun, Healthy, Fulfilling Sex Life is Your Right!And Sex Points will get you there.
The Psychoanalysis of Career Choice, Job Performance, and Satisfaction: How to Flourish in the Workplace
by Paul MarcusFreud said that "love and work" are the central therapeutic goals of psychoanalysis; the twin pillars for a sound mind and for living the "good life." While psychoanalysis has masterfully contributed to understanding the experience of love, it has only made a modest contribution to understanding the psychology of work. This book is the first to explore fully the psychoanalysis of work, analysing career choice, job performance and job satisfaction, with an eye toward helping people make wiser choices that bring out the best in themselves, their colleagues and their organization. The book addresses the crucial questions concerning work: how does one choose the right career; what qualities contribute to excellence in performance; how best to implement and cope with organizational change; and what capacity and skills does one need to enjoy every day work? Drawing on psychoanalytic thinking, vocational counseling, organizational psychology and business studies, The Psychoanalysis of Career Choice, Job Performance, and Satisfaction will be invaluable in clinical psychoanalytic work, as well as for mental health professionals, scholars, career counselors and psychologists looking for a deeper understanding of work-based issues.
The Psychoanalysis of Career Choice, Job Performance, and Satisfaction: How to Flourish in the Workplace
by Paul MarcusFreud said that "love and work" are the central therapeutic goals of psychoanalysis; the twin pillars for a sound mind and for living the "good life." While psychoanalysis has masterfully contributed to understanding the experience of love, it has only made a modest contribution to understanding the psychology of work. This book is the first to explore fully the psychoanalysis of work, analysing career choice, job performance and job satisfaction, with an eye toward helping people make wiser choices that bring out the best in themselves, their colleagues and their organization. The book addresses the crucial questions concerning work: how does one choose the right career; what qualities contribute to excellence in performance; how best to implement and cope with organizational change; and what capacity and skills does one need to enjoy every day work? Drawing on psychoanalytic thinking, vocational counseling, organizational psychology and business studies, The Psychoanalysis of Career Choice, Job Performance, and Satisfaction will be invaluable in clinical psychoanalytic work, as well as for mental health professionals, scholars, career counselors and psychologists looking for a deeper understanding of work-based issues.
CALM for Moms: Worry Less in Four Simple Steps
by Denise MarekMotherhood is stressful, but international award-winning speaker and worry management expert Denise Marek is here to tell you that you can stress less by learning to worry wisely! With her proven CALM method, a four-step process that has helped many individuals and organizations around the world connect with their inner peace, overcome their fears, and take the risks that are essential for success, mothers can tackle the stress of parenting. Whether you suffer from chronic worry about finances, family difficulties, your children&’s happiness, or even your teen getting home late, the CALM process can teach you how to handle it all. The process is simple: Challenge negative assumptions that create unnecessary worry.Act on your worry to overcome fears and reduce the physical and emotional effects of stress.Let go of worries beyond your control and upsetting feelings like mom-guilt, mom-shaming, and fear.Master your mind and guard against negative thinking by planting new, positive thoughts. With the science behind the CALM process, now tailored specifically for mothers, and with relatable stories, puzzles, fun exercises, jokes, and easy-to-implement strategies packed in a single stress-busting book, CALM for Moms gives the gift of worry-free parenting.
The Good Sleep Guide for Kids: The essential guide to solving your child's sleep problems, from ages 3 to 10
by Sammy MargoWith 69 per cent of children under the age of 10 affected by sleep problems that can lead to mood swings, behavioural disorders and irritability, good sleep plays a major part in their wellbeing. In The Good Sleep Guide for Kids, Sammy Margo addresses problems such as night waking, sleep terrors and sleep walking and offers sound advice on ensuring the best quality sleep for your child. With expert guidance on bedroom environment, bedclothes, bedtime routines and foods that help and hinder sleep for children, Sammy also looks at issues such as:- sibling relationships- comfort toys- napping- co-sleeping with parents The Good Sleep Guide for Kids offers a simple, positive approach to solving sleep problems and creating the best environment and routine for restful, satisfying sleep every night.
Youth to Power: Your Voice and How to Use It
by Jamie Margolin"Jamie Margolin is among the powerful and inspiring youth activists leading a movement to demand urgent action on the climate crisis. With determined purpose and moral clarity, Jamie is pushing political leaders to develop ambitious plans to confront this existential threat to humanity. Youth To Power is an essential how-to for anyone of any age who feels called to act to protect our planet for future generations." --- Former Vice President Al GoreClimate change activist and Zero Hour founder Jamie Margolin offers the essential guide to changemaking for young people.The 1963 Children's March. The 2016 Dakota Access Pipeline protests. March for Our Lives, and School Strike for Climate. What do all these social justice movements have in common?They were led by passionate, informed, engaged young people.Jamie Margolin has been organizing and protesting since she was fourteen years old. Now the co-leader of a global climate action movement, she knows better than most how powerful a young person can be. You don't have to be able to vote or hold positions of power to change the world.In Youth to Power, Jamie presents the essential guide to changemaking, with advice on writing and pitching op-eds, organizing successful events and peaceful protests, time management as a student activist, utilizing social and traditional media to spread a message, and sustaining long-term action. She features interviews with prominent young activists including Tokata Iron Eyes of the #NoDAPL movement and Nupol Kiazolu of the #BlackLivesMatter movement, who give guidance on handling backlash, keeping your mental health a priority, and how to avoid getting taken advantage of.Jamie walks readers through every step of what effective, healthy, intersectional activism looks like. Young people have a lot to say, and Youth to Power will give you the tools to raise your voice.
Oh Miriam!: Stories from an Extraordinary Life
by Miriam MargolyesFrom declaring my love to Vanessa Redgrave to being fed cockroaches by Steve Buscemi, from turnip-based comedy with Blackadder to being farted on by Arnold Schwarzenegger, from Graham Norton's sofa to Alan Cumming's campervan, my life has been (and continues to be) a riotous adventure.Oh Miriam! has been such a constant refrain in my life, said in all kinds of tones - laughs, surprised gasps and orgasmic sighs (I'm hoping for all those from you as you read on!) - that it had to be the title of this book. And with a castlist that stretches from Churchill to di Caprio, Dahl to Dietrich, Princess Margaret to Maggie Smith, I've got so much more to tell you and so much more to say.My chapters range from 'How to Stay Married' to 'Don't Let the Bastards Get You Down'. Discover how to break the thickest conversational ice; why swearing is actually good for you (though not on the Today programme); the unexpected things I actually learnt at school and what my Spice Girl name would be. Not to mention my Tale of the Unexpected and my very own Vagina Monologue.Buckle up and join me on another unforgettable adventure, but this time through my heart and head . . .* No gerunds (or Johnsons - worse luck!) were harmed in the making of this book *
Choose You: Gentle Words to Help You Heal and Grow
by Helen Marie'An extraordinary gem' - ABBY RAWLINSON'Beautiful and nurturing' - ANNA WILLIAMSONAre you searching for inner calm or hoping to deepen your self-love? Are you looking to understand your emotions and set healthy boundaries?In Choose You, therapist Helen Marie's gentle, supportive bite-sized wisdom will encourage you to:- Speak to yourself with kindness- Learn to set boundaries- Step back to see things a little more clearly- Show up for yourself- Find moments of stillness- Take time to heal- Seek authentic connections- And treat yourself like someone you love.Featuring journal prompts, intuitive questions, reflective exercises and therapy-inspired lists for you to nurture your thoughts, this beautiful and soothing book has everything you need to begin your journey of understanding yourself and your needs better.
The Big Questions: How Philosophy Can Change Your Life
by Lou MarinoffProfessor Lou Marinoff's first book drew on the wisdom of the great philosophers to solve our everyday problems, launching a movement that restored philosophy to what it once was: useful in all walks of life. Now, in The Big Questions, he takes the concept to the next level, applying centuries of philosophy and great literature to answer central questions of modern existence. Urging us not to accept victimhood as the by-product of modern life, Professor Marinoff uses specific case studies from his counseling practice to show how wisdom from the great thinkers can help us define our own philosophy, and thereby reclaim our sense of well-being. He asks and answers questions that go to the heart of the human condition: How do we know what is right? How can we cope with change? Why can't we all get along? And, most centrally, how can we use the centuries of wisdom that have come before us to help us answer these questions and feel at ease in the world? Accessible, entertaining, and profoundly useful, The Big Questions mixes wisdom from the great thinkers with specific case studies to illuminate how a shift in perspective can truly be life changing. Lou Marinoff is the author of the international hit Plato, Not Prozac!, which has been published in twenty languages. A professor of philosophy at the City College of New York, Marinoff is also the founding president of the American Philosophical Practitioners Association. Praise for Plato, Not Prozac: 'What exactly is philosophical practice? Marinoff calls it 'therapy for the sane.' In a nutshell, it's using the 2,500-year-old tradition of philosophy to solve everyday problems, like work, relationship and family issues. It's a return to what philosophy was meant to be - a guideline for a way of life.'-Salon.Com 'Plato, Not Prozac! looks to become the bible of the "philosophical counseling" movement.' -Philadelphia Inquirer Magazine 'The ancient think
Darkness Falls
by David MarkRead the prequel to the Sunday Times bestseller Dark Winter, where DS Aector McAvoy's journey began... A city united in grief. A journalist ready to kill to keep his secrets. A copper capable of darker deeds than murderers. An unworldly detective fighting to save an innocent man.Welcome to Hull Newly appointed DS McAvoy is an outsider to his new force and must confront his darkest fears, while hunting a killer that nobody else believes in. In a landscape at once tender and brutal, McAvoy must tread the path between the darkness and the light, before facing an enemy who will brand him for life.Reviewers on David Mark: 'Dark, compelling crime writing of the highest order' Daily Mail 'Brilliantly written – a cracking story' Richard Madeley, Richard and Judy Book Club 'Breathtaking' Peter May 'Truly exhilarating and inventive. Mark is a wonderfully descriptive writer' Peter James 'Exceptional... Mark is writing at the top of his game' Publishers Weekly starred review 'A master of the dark psychological thriller' Kirkus
The Future Built by Women: Creating a Brighter Tomorrow Through Tech and Innovation
by Brooke MarkeviciusOvercome the obstacles in the way of women entrepreneurs and founders In The Future Built by Women, Startup Product Leader of Riveter and veteran keynote speaker, Brooke Markevicius, delivers a compelling guide to entrepreneurship for women. With a particular focus on the technology sector, the author shares her fascinating and relevant experiences as a company founder. She explains the four main factors that contribute to success: grit, education, mindset, and support. In the book, you'll explore strategies for conquering the challenges you encounter in the tech industry and in entrepreneurship. You'll also find: Learn practical ways to take your startup from concept to reality, navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship with confidence. Find out how to become "dangerously skilled" in technology, even if you're not a tech expert. Master the art of leveraging technology for the forces of good as an entrepreneur or intrapreneur. Discover the keys to defining and refining your unique entrepreneurial equation. Unearth your passion, purpose, and the roadmap to your vision. An inspiring and exciting vision of women at the forefront of technological, social, and business change, The Future Built by Women is the engaging resource that managers, executives, founders, entrepreneurs, directors, and other business leaders have been waiting for.
The Future Built by Women: Creating a Brighter Tomorrow Through Tech and Innovation
by Brooke MarkeviciusOvercome the obstacles in the way of women entrepreneurs and founders In The Future Built by Women, Startup Product Leader of Riveter and veteran keynote speaker, Brooke Markevicius, delivers a compelling guide to entrepreneurship for women. With a particular focus on the technology sector, the author shares her fascinating and relevant experiences as a company founder. She explains the four main factors that contribute to success: grit, education, mindset, and support. In the book, you'll explore strategies for conquering the challenges you encounter in the tech industry and in entrepreneurship. You'll also find: Learn practical ways to take your startup from concept to reality, navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship with confidence. Find out how to become "dangerously skilled" in technology, even if you're not a tech expert. Master the art of leveraging technology for the forces of good as an entrepreneur or intrapreneur. Discover the keys to defining and refining your unique entrepreneurial equation. Unearth your passion, purpose, and the roadmap to your vision. An inspiring and exciting vision of women at the forefront of technological, social, and business change, The Future Built by Women is the engaging resource that managers, executives, founders, entrepreneurs, directors, and other business leaders have been waiting for.
Calm Parents, Happy Kids: The Secrets of Stress-free Parenting
by Dr Laura MarkhamCalm Parents, Happy Kids is the UK version of Dr Laura Markham's hugely successful and ground-breaking book, Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids. Now adapted for UK audiences, this practical and inspiring book reveals a three step programme that will transform family life.Most parenting books focus on changing a child's behaviour, but the truth is that children only change when their relationship with their parents changes. In Calm Parents, Happy Kids, Dr Laura Markham introduces an approach to parenting that eliminates threats, power struggles and manipulation, in favour of setting limits with empathy and communication. Bringing together the latest research in brain development with a focus on emotional awareness (for both parents and children), it will appeal to all parents who don’t want to force their children into compliance and lose their temper, but want to keep calm and help their children want to behave.
Calm Parents, Happy Siblings: How to stop the fighting and raise friends for life
by Dr Laura MarkhamPopular parenting expert Dr Laura Markham has garnered a large and loyal readership around the world, thanks to her simple, insightful approach that values the emotional bond between parent and child. However, as any parent of more than one child knows, it’s challenging for even the most engaged parent to maintain harmony and a strong connection when competition, tempers, and irritation run high. In this highly anticipated guide, Dr Markham presents simple yet powerful ways to cut through the squabbling and foster a loving, supportive bond between siblings, while giving each child the vital connection that he or she needs.Calm Parents, Happy Siblings presents hands-on, research-based advice on:Creating deep connections with each one of your children, so that each truly believes that you couldn’t possibly love anyone else more.Fostering a loving family culture that encourages laughter and minimizes fighting.Teaching your children healthy emotional self-management and conflict resolution skills – so that they can work things out with each other, get their own needs met and respect the needs of others.Helping your kids forge a close lifelong sibling bond, as well as the relationship skills they will need for a life of healthy friendships, work relationships, and eventually their own family bonds.