Social Systems

Pilgrimage is a sacred tradition that has existed around the world for centuries. Every year, more than 100 million devotees from different cultures and faiths embark on journeys to such holy sites as Santiago de Compostela, Mecca, and Banaras. For some, making a pilgrimage is a spiritual act, while for others it is a secular experience of personal restoration. And yet there has never existed a tradition of pilgrimage within the US. Cultural geographer James E. Mills makes a compelling case for the creation of a network of American pilgrimage routes to heal societal divisions....

It’s Career Day at the Brite Star School, and the class gets a visit from Brett’s parents. In What’s the Law?, Brett’s father, who is a lawyer, and Brett’s mother, who is a judge, help the class understand the basics of the court system.

In A Trip to the Courthouse, Officer Dan takes the class on a trip through the courthouse and jail. Guess who ends up on the inside looking out?

For decades, immigrants have flocked to the United States of America, inspired by its spirit of freedom and equal opportunity. However, many fail to consider the barriers they may have to face when looking for entrepreneurial avenues. Financial Literacy for Immigrant Entrepreneurs is grounded in research, taking its roots from the state of financial literacy in immigrants of African descent in the United States. It lays out the financial system, which hurdles one might encounter, and possible resources that may aid immigrants during their quest for upward social mobility.

Black Women and Public Health creates an urgently needed interdisciplinary dialogue about issues of race, gender, and health. An enduring history of racism, sexism, and dehumanization of Black women's bodies has largely rendered the health needs of the Black community inaudible and invisible. Grounded in the lived experiences and expertise of Black women, this collection bridges gaps between researchers, practitioners, educators, and advocates.

This book is the clear road map you need to successfully implement conversion-focused podcasting into your business, and is the consolidation of more than a decade working in the podcast industry serving customers, clients, and patients from all walks of life and backgrounds. If you're looking for a book contains everything you need to stay on track so you get your podcast up and running quickly so you can make more sales more often, then Welcome to the Show 1.0 is for you.

Change your mouth, and transform your life! Are you a busy student, career-driven woman, or mother who admittedly neglects your oral health from time to time? According to the CDC, half of Americans aged 30 or older are experiencing severe gum disease, are you one of them? Let's face it; gum disease can be hard to detect. Unfortunately, if left untreated, it significantly diminishes the quality of life; and increases the risk of tooth loss and chronic illness.

The United States Constitution includes checks and balances, veto power, and the ability to amend. In this book, you will listen about these safeguards, including why they were put into place and in what circumstances they can be tapped into. Learn more about how the Constitution shapes the government and protects your rights as a citizen. Grab a copy, and start listening today.

American consumers demand choice. The assortment of products in American stores is beyond belief to anyone from the Third World. So why are only two choices for anything political acceptable to Americans? It seems totally illogical. It reminds me of the illogical change in behavior of an addict. These are people who are normal in seemingly every way yet give up everything and everyone in their lives for a drug which is a short-term high, and self-destructive. How can that be? Research has convinced me it's more than coincidence.

Is there something holding you back from being a confident, engaging, and exciting public speaker? Designed for both women and men in a lively, accessible style, the book uses examples from the world of pop music, referring to divas such as Beyoncé and Adele. Although the book seeks to use female role models, there is plenty of content here that men can use, too. You are shown how to be a dynamic, inspiring, valuable, and authentic presenter.

What if you could achieve lifelong dreams, rediscover joy, reclaim your schedule, act rather than react - all due to a process that takes (sometimes less!) than 30 seconds? With Pocket Power, you’ll discover a simple five-step practice, one that’s easy to remember - and even easier to implement - that will equip you with everything you need to transform your life.

Questa frase è stata detta da uno dei manipolatori più abili della storia. Colui che è stato capace di convincere e manipolare non 1 non 100 ma un’intera nazione.... Il suo nome è Joseph Goebbels, ministro e capo della propaganda Nazista, la sua abilità di identificare i diversi meccanismi di suggestione della mente umana creando tattiche di manipolazioni molto efficaci fu tale che nella Germania nazista i cittadini diventarono parte di un progetto politico patologico sentendosi portatori di verità universale.