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Why did humans abandon hunting and gathering for sedentary communities dependent on livestock and cereal grains and governed by precursors of today's states? Most people believe that plant and animal domestication allowed humans, finally, to settle down and form agricultural villages, towns, and states, which made possible civilization, law, public order, and a presumably secure way of living. But archaeological and historical evidence challenges this narrative.

A Chronicle of Horrors invites readers on a chilling journey through time—each story an echo from a different decade, where fear evolves but never dies. From crumbling manors and gaslit streets to neon nightmares and haunted futures, this anthology traces the dark pulse of humanity across the...

Artist and single mother Ginny is offered a place on a three-month artist retreat on a remote Scottish island. She leaps at the chance. Even better, her host is happy for her to bring her daughter Isla. But the island is not what it seems. The inhabitants greet Ginny and Isla with stares and avoid contact wherever possible. And the house they're staying in is old and strange. Eerie whispers follow Ginny through the corridors. Artworks once covered become uncovered. And unexplained smells clings to the walls lavender, cigar smoke and vomit.

Agile Project Management for Dummies introduces you to the planning and execution approaches that can help you complete projects more quickly, with higher quality and using fewer resources. For companies in any industry—not just software development—agile project management reduces waste and increases transparency, while addressing customers' ever-changing requirements. You'll learn all the important terms, tools, and concepts, so you can infuse agility into your projects right away. Create a product roadmap and prepare for product launches with ease, thanks to this Dummies guide.

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The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbookbroke new ground in self-help resources when it was released more than ten years ago, offering readers unprecedented access to the core skills of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Now fully revised and updated, this second edition continues to offer straightforward, step-by-step exercises that will bring coreDBT skills to thousands who need it.

Who were your heroes growing up? Perhaps they wore a cape and saved the day, or maybe they stood out for their skill and strength. No matter our age, we admire those who reflect the qualities that we want to see in ourselves. But the Christian life calls us to look higher. God has given His people a great cloud of witnesses—men and women throughout the Bible and church history who lived with steadfast faith and bold conviction. Their lives point not to their own greatness but to the greatness of the God they served. In Heroes of the Christian Faith, Dr. R.C.

In this absorbing tale, you watch the timeless principles of servant leadership unfold through the story of John Daily, a businessman whose outwardly successful life is spiraling out of control. He is failing miserably in each of his leadership roles as boss, husband, father, and coach. To get his life back on track, he reluctantly attends a week-long leadership retreat at a remote Benedictine monastery.

A reality television dating show was never part of my post-college plan. Nearly broke, unemployed, recently dumped me let my best friend Haley decide it should be. We all have rough patches, right? When nothing sounds better than snuggling on the couch in your favorite sweats, inhaling chocolate? Well, I've signed up for the glamorous version. Designer dresses. Poolside lounge chair. Open bar. Unfortunately, my free vacation takes a turn from mildly humiliating to full-on mortification when the identity of the man I'm meant to woo is revealed.

"In all my years studying personal growth, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is one of the most useful tools I've ever come across, and in this book, Dr. Hayes describes it with more depth and clarity than ever before."-Mark Manson, #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Subtle Art of Not...

Shusaku Endo (1923-1996), widely considered one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century, is known for his historical novels, which masterfully probe the encounters between the cultures and religions of East and West from a Japanese Catholic perspective. A salient and curious theme in his work is the unique image of a maternal God, and a concomitant sense of loss and longing for maternal love.

Trans and nonbinary (TNB) clients have complex mental health concerns, and are more likely than ever to seek out treatment. At the same time, best practices for treating this population have evolved. This professional guide presents the latest research and recommendations to provide you with the...

"The authors’ definition of trauma is valuably broad and complex, and their concepts are unpacked in nonjudgmental terms. It’s a solid addition to the rising tide of literature on trauma." —Publishers Weekly A groundbreaking collaboration between Dr. Richard Schwartz, founder of Internal...

The Real Life Barbie Doll competition is coming to town, and local photographers are scrambling for work as hundreds of pink-clad hopefuls rush to submit their required photoshoots. Charlie expects to be flooded with bookings... but only a handful of models choose him, leaving him frustrated... and broke. Then a bizarre mixup changes everything. A client accidentally lists Charlie as the 'contestant' on her application instead of putting his name in the 'photographer credits'. Now, Charlie is reading an email congratulating him on being selected for the contest. It's ridiculous.

Remembrance of Things Past is one of the monuments of 20th century literature. Within a Budding Grove is the second of seven volumes. The young narrator, experiencing his youthful sexuality, falls under the spell of a group of adolescent girls, succumbs to the charms of the enchanting Gilberte, and visits a brothel where he meets Rachel. His impressions of life are also stimulated by the painter, Elstir, and his encounter with another girl, Albertine.

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by George Blagden, star of Versailles and Vikings. This definitive recording is translated by E.V. Rieu, revised by D.C.H. Rieu, and contains an introduction by Peter Jones. The epic tale of Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after...

“Mind-expanding . . . The Score is so exuberant and readable that the depth and seriousness of its insights almost sneak up on you.” —Jennifer Szalai, The New York Times “Brilliant and wildly original . . . The Score is socially attentive, historically literate and imbued with sensual...

Lucy Hua comes from a long line of extraordinary women—Chinese perfumers gifted with the secret power to craft magical scents to stir hearts and ensure fortunes. For centuries, the Hua women held sway over the courts of emperors and the boardrooms of billionaires…and in every fifth generation, an eldest daughter is born with the rarest gift of all: the ability to summon true love.

Tous les cinq ans, les portes du Temple des dieux s'ouvrent au cœur de la Citadelle et huit élus sont choisis pour servir les divins. Les dieux sacrifient les élus pour nourrir leur puissance et sa sœur a été la victime du plus impitoyable d'entre eux : Lorkan, le dieu de la guerre. Déterminée à la venger, Larissa s'infiltre au Temple sous l'identité d'une prêtresse dévouée. Mais face au dieu qu'elle déteste, tout dérape. Piégée par un artefact qui l'empêche de porter le coup fatal, elle doit compter sur son alchimie pour accomplir sa vengeance sans être démasquée.

A leading scholar draws on fifty years of reading and studying J.R.R. Tolkien to explain how he created an entire world.