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In recent years, the world has been rocked by major economic crises, most notably the devastating collapse of Lehman Brothers, the largest bankruptcy in American history, which triggered the breathtakingly destructive sub-prime disaster. What sparks these vast economic calamities? Why do our economic policy makers fail to protect us from such upheavals? In Wrong, economist Richard Grossman addresses such questions, shining a light on the poor thinking behind nine of the worst economic policy mistakes of the past 200 years, missteps whose outcomes ranged from appalling to tragic.

While wisdom is something to be accrued through experience and knowledge, "500 Quotes to Learn Wisdom from Classical Greek Philosophers" offers a shortcut. Dipping into the minds of some of the most revered thinkers of Ancient Greece, this book is packed with insights, reflections, and observations sure to inspire and stimulate thought. A superb gift for anyone with an inquiring mind. Considered one of the founders of Western and Greek philosophy, Plato (243 BC – 347 BC) was born in Athens. Many of his works are still studied to this day.

The Grateful Dead broke almost every rule in the music industry book. They encouraged their fans to record shows and trade tapes; they built a mailing list and sold concert tickets directly to fans; and they built a their business model on live concerts, not album sales. By cultivating a dedicated, active community, collaborating with their audience to co-create the Deadhead lifestyle, and giving away “freemium” content, the Dead pioneered many social media and inbound marketing concepts.

Turkish mythology is comprised of myths and traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation by the Turkish people. Soon, you will be immersing yourself into their culture and traditions told in an almost poetic way. The Turkish people have a love for storytelling and are masters of it. This is the reason why they have such an interesting library of fairy tales.

"The Prince" is the most famous of Machiavelli's works; it gives very clear, precise and realistic instructions on how to gain and maintain power, fortune, and glory, sometimes at the expense of others. Written in 1513, it is one of the most feared and hated political treatises, taken to be the first work in which the effect the leader desires to achieve is taken as more important than any abstract ideal or ethical value that might prevent him from taking immoral action.

Witchcraft and witches in the contemporary context had always been misunderstood. Magic has been perceived as extraordinary power and ability ascribed to a few, but the principles and tenets can be taught and practiced. The hidden and the unknown can be understood if knowledge is sought. This book would grant you full-blown access to the concept of witchcraft and magic.

Do you really want the crooked baby-kissers and fake news to tell you what your rights are? Wouldn’t you rather discover them for yourself? The founders fought tirelessly to guarantee these God-given rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. But let’s face it - the Bill of Rights is hard to understand. Its text is flowery and puzzling. It’s full of legal and political jargon.

Are you ready for a detailed yet thoroughly enjoyable study of the most profound book ever written? Using sound scientific facts, historical analysis, and biblical narrative, acclaimed teacher Dr. Chuck Missler weaves together a rich tapestry of information - providing an accurate understanding of scripture's relation to itself, to us, and to the world at large.

Do you want to step into a world where gods command the skies, heroes defy the odds, and legends live forever? Ever wondered how the great Zeus claimed his throne or why Achilles was inexorable? It all begins here.

In Hope Is not a Method, Sullivan and co-author Colonel Michael Harper tell us how they kept the army well-trained and equipped for traditional functions while preparing it for a wide range of new and complicated missions, all in the midst of a dramatic reduction in both human and financial resources. Their approach is based on continuity and change: maintaining their focus on the army's historic vision and values while introducing new problem-solving techniques and training methods.

It may be as important for investors to know what not to do in investing as to know what to do. While investors are bombarded with the "buy me, buy me" books, little is said to train them in what to avoid. Nobody Knows Anything teaches investors what to avoid and how to trade using their own knowledge and experience rather than simply following the lemmings over the cliff of the latest investment craze.

When it comes to mastering a foreign language, learning around your interests makes all the difference. But finding books designed for language learners can be hard! This book fixes that. For the first time, you’ll learn to improve your Spanish while learning about the history and theory of rock’n’roll.

This audiobook is based on a lecture series I've been giving since 1981. To date my audience has numbered over 2000 people for each series. The six stages describing this audiobook have been developed along with my lectures. They are based on principles that many of my audience have found extremely effective in recovering from codependency and developing healthy relationships.

This book tells of the legends of the gods of ancient Egypt, legends circulated during the "morning of the world" as described by the Egyptians, originally carved in stone, and written on papyrus, preserved for millennia until now. Although this book is intended to arouse the public's interest in the religion and civilization of ancient Egypt, it also fuels the imagination on the lost knowledge of the Egyptians.

In this travel guide, you can learn everything you need to know for an exciting and wonderful vacation to this centrally located destination. We say "centrally located" because Eugene is only an hour from the mountains to the East (the Cascade Range) or the Oregon Coast to the West (the town of Florence, Oregon)!

Oh hey, Canada! We believe our trivia audiobook series is a fun, easy way for you and your friends and family to learn and expand your knowledge about the Great White North. We provide a fast-paced, sometimes cheeky (and always entertaining) view of Canada: its geography, history, sports heroes, musicians, and much more. This short audiobook is a unique foray into what makes Canada great, and we think you'll come away with a deeper love of all things Canadian.

Looking for a sport that combines the thrill of tennis, the finesse of badminton, and the zaniness of ping-pong? Look no further than pickleball! And if you're a beginner, fear not - How To Play Pickleball For Beginners has got you covered. In this informative guide, you'll learn everything you need to know about the world of pickleball. From the history of the sport to the nitty-gritty of serving, scoring, and avoiding faults, How To Play Pickleball For Beginners will have you swinging like a pro in no time.

If you want to learn the history, discover the best places to visit, eat great food, and have fun exploring Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, then check out HowExpert Guide to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Whether you want to learn about Wicca to advance your knowledge of different religious practices or wish to gather information on how to adopt Wicca, this book is for you! It uses a beginner-friendly approach to help you to understand Wicca well.

We all have a bit of magic inside us - it is the energy that flows within us. When you say the word "magic", most people will conjure up an image of a stage magician. When you refer to "witchcraft magic", it is seen in a whole different light, or rather, in a darker way. Witches are depicted by the crones of Shakespeare's imagination - all gnarled and flying on brooms. They are the number one costume choice for Halloween. Contrary to popular belief and the strange imagination of writers from ancient times, most witches are ordinary people.