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Esta pesquisa analisa o cyberstalking, uma modalidade criminosa que emergiu com a sociedade da informação e apresenta alta incidência na violência doméstica. O objetivo do trabalho é colocar o tema e

On August 21, 1986, the farmers around Lake Nyos in Cameroon went to sleep in a silent valley. By morning, every living thing1,746 people, 3,500 livestock, even the flieswas dead. There was no fire, no flood, and no violence. The killer was the lake itself.This book investigates the terrifying phenomenon of a limnic eruption, where a lake "burps" a massive cloud of carbon dioxide, displacing oxygen and drowning a valley in invisible gas. It follows the scientific detective story to understand the event, the race to degas the lake before it strikes again, and the geological ticking time bombs hiding in crater lakes around the world. A gripping look at how the earth breathes, and sometimes, holds its breath too long.

You think you know what you like. But do you? In a famous experiment, researchers Petter Johansson and Lars Hall asked people to taste two jams and pick their favorite. Then, using a sleight-of-hand trick, they swapped the jars and asked the subjects to explain why they liked the chosen jam. Shockingly, most people didnt notice they were eating the rejected flavorand happily invented reasons why it was superior.This phenomenon is called "Choice Blindness." This book explores how our brains rationalize decisions after we make them, rather than before. It reveals that we are often strangers to our own preferences, easily manipulated by outcomes we never wanted. A disturbing but necessary look at the illusion of free will in the supermarket and the voting booth.

In 1939, speech pathologist Wendell Johnson believed that stuttering was a learned behavior, not a biological defect. To prove it, he conducted an experiment at an orphanage in Iowa. He took twenty-two children, half of whom spoke perfectly fine, and subjected them to intense negative therapy, telling them they were developing a stutter and must not speak unless they could do so perfectly.Known today as the "Monster Study," this experiment ruined the lives of children who were shamed into silence. This book exposes the dark side of academia, where the pursuit of a hypothesis overrode basic humanity. It tracks the lifelong trauma of the subjects ("The Mary Tudor group") and the decades-long cover-up by a university that knew it had crossed the line.

The Magic Mountain (German: Der Zauberberg) is a novel by Thomas Mann, first published in German in November 1924. It is widely considered to be one of the most influential works of twentieth-century German literature.Mann started writing what was to become The Magic Mountain in 1912. It began as a much shorter narrative which revisited in a comic manner aspects of Death in Venice, a novella that he was preparing for publication. The newer work reflected his experiences and impressions during a period when his wife, who was suffering from a lung complaint, resided at Dr. Friedrich Jessens Waldsanatorium in Davos, Switzerland for several months. In May and June 1912, Mann visited her and became acquainted with the team of doctors and patients in this cosmopolitan institution. According to Mann, in the afterword that was later included in the English translation of his novel, this stay inspired his opening chapter ("Arrival").The outbreak of World War I interrupted his work on the book. The savage conflict and its aftermath led the author to undertake a major re-examination of European bourgeois society. He explored the sources of the destructiveness displayed.

The People That Time Forgot is a fantasy novel by American writer Edgar Rice Burroughs, the second of his Caspak trilogy. The sequence was first published in Blue Book Magazine as a three-part serial in the issues for September, October and November 1918, with The People That Time Forgot forming the second installment. The complete trilogy was later combined for publication in book form under the title of The Land That Time Forgot (properly speaking the title of the first part) in 1924.The People That Time Forgot is a direct sequel to The Land That Time Forgot and continues the lost world saga begun in the earlier story. Burroughs continues the revelation of his lost worlds unique biological system, only hinted at in the previous installment, in which the slow progress of evolution in the world outside is recapitulated as a matter of individual metamorphosis. This system forms a thematic element serving to unite the three otherwise rather loosely linked Caspak stories.The novel begins with the organization of an expedition to rescue Bowen J. Tyler, Lys La Rue, and the other castaways marooned on the large Antarctic island of Caprona.

O texto aborda o processo de tomada de decisão pelo Estado na economia para corrigir falhas de mercado. O Estado Regulador se agigantou após a abertura de mercados monopolizados e a necessidade de ex

Nascido nos subúrbios de Chicago, formado no rigor da fé e forjado no calor das missões latino-americanas, Robert Francis Prevost não buscou os palcos do poder. Caminhou entre os pobres, escutou os e

In 1963, Tino De Angelis controlled the worlds soybean oil market. Or so it seemed. His company had tanks in New Jersey filled with millions of dollars worth of oilcollateral for massive loans from American Express. But when inspectors came to measure the inventory, they didnt know the trick: oil floats on water."The Floating Asset" details the "Salad Oil Scandal," where De Angelis filled his tanks with sea water and pumped just a few feet of oil on top to fool the dipsticks. Its a classic tale of corporate negligence, showing how a simple physics trick caused a market crash and gave a young Warren Buffett the chance to buy into American Express at rock bottom.

In 1991, eight "biospherians" were sealed inside a three-acre glass terrarium in the Arizona desert. Biosphere 2 contained a rainforest, an ocean, and a savannah. It was meant to prove that humans could colonize Mars. Instead, it proved how little we understand Earth. Oxygen levels plummeted, crops failed, the crew split into warring factions, and crazy ants exterminated the other insects."The Glass World" documents the most ambitious ecological experiment in history. It details the scientific hubris, the psychological strain of isolation, and the humbling realization that we cannot engineer a replacement for nature. A crucial read for the climate change era, showing that "Planet B" is much harder to build than we think.

"Varney, the Vampir: or, the Feast of Blood" is a sprawling Victorian penny dreadful published between 1845 and 1847, often attributed to James Malcolm Rymer or Thomas Peckett Prest. It follows Sir Francis Varney, a tragic and tormented vampire who haunts the Bannerworth family and their ancestral estate. Blending gothic horror, melodrama, and social commentary, the novel helped shape many modern vampire tropescenturies before Draculathrough its exploration of guilt, monstrosity, and the cursed hunger for immortality.

First published in 1928 as a multi-volume course, The Law of Success is Napoleon Hills foundational work on personal development and achievement. Based on years of research and interviews with influential leaders and entrepreneurs of his time, Hill outlines practical principles designed to help individuals cultivate success in business and life.The book presents key concepts such as definiteness of purpose, self-confidence, initiative, leadership, organized planning, and the power of a "Master Mind" alliance. Hill emphasizes the importance of mindset, discipline, persistence, and harmonious cooperation in reaching ones goals.Comprehensive and motivational, The Law of Success laid the groundwork for modern self-help literature and continues to inspire readers seeking financial growth, leadership skills, and personal transformation.

Written in 1645, The Book of Five Rings (Go Rin no Sho) is a legendary Japanese treatise on strategy, combat, and discipline by master swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. Divided into five sectionsEarth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Voidthe book outlines Musashis philosophy of martial arts and the mindset required for victory.Beyond swordsmanship, Musashis teachings emphasize awareness, adaptability, mental clarity, and strategic thinking. His principles extend far beyond the battlefield, offering timeless guidance for leadership, business, personal development, and mastering ones craft.Concise yet profound, The Book of Five Rings remains a foundational work on strategy and self-discipline, inspiring warriors, leaders, and thinkers around the world for centuries.

Astronauts leave Earth as technicians, pilots, and scientists. They often return as humanitarians, philosophers, and environmentalists. This cognitive shift is known as the "Overview Effect"a profound psychological reaction to viewing the Earth as a fragile, borderless blue marble hanging in the void.This book compiles interviews with space travelers from the Apollo era to the ISS, exploring how the vantage point of orbit dissolves political ideologies and national identities. It argues that we dont need to go to space to benefit from this perspective, offering psychological tools to induce this "cosmic empathy" here on the ground. A guide to thinking like a planet instead of a nation.

Set in the harsh landscapes of the Utah desert, the novel follows Jane Withersteen, a strong-willed ranch owner persecuted by a ruthless religious community. Her life changes when she befriends Lassiter, a mysterious gunslinger seeking vengeance, and Bess, a hidden girl raised in isolation. Together they confront fanaticism, violence, and betrayal, discovering freedom, justice, and love beyond the reach of oppression.

A Midsummer Nights Dream is one of William Shakespeares most enchanting and beloved comediesa magical tale where love, illusion, and mischief collide under the moonlit sky. Set in ancient Athens and an enchanted forest nearby, the play weaves together multiple storylines filled with romance, mistaken identities, playful deception, and whimsical fantasy.At the heart of the story are four young loversHermia, Lysander, Demetrius, and Helenawho find themselves entangled in a complicated web of affection and jealousy. When Hermia refuses to marry Demetrius, as commanded by her father, she flees into the forest with Lysander, the man she truly loves. Demetrius follows in pursuit, with Helena chasing after him in desperate devotion. What unfolds is a night of chaos and comedy when fairy magic interferes with human emotions.Hovering over the forest is the quarrel between Oberon, the King of the Fairies, and Titania, his Queen. Their dispute disrupts both the natural world and the lives of the mortals who wander into their realm. Determined to teach Titania a lesson, Oberon enlists the mischievous sprite Puck to use a magical flower whose nectar causes the victim to fall in love with the first creature they see upon waking. However, Pucks playful mistakes lead to hilarious consequences, causing lovers to switch affections and turning order into delightful confusion.Adding another layer of humor is a group of amateur craftsmen rehearsing a play for the Dukes wedding. Their clumsy performance preparations provide comic relief, especially when one of them, Nick Bottom, becomes the unwitting target of fairy enchantment.Through poetic language, witty dialogue, and imaginative storytelling, Shakespeare explores themes of loves irrationality, the thin line between dream and reality, the transformative power of imagination, and the unpredictability of desire. The forest becomes a symbolic space where societal rules loosen, identities shift, and characters confront their true feelings.Both lighthearted and profound, A Midsummer Nights Dream remains a timeless celebration of romance, magic, and the human heart. Its blend of fantasy and humor continues to captivate readers and audiences, reminding us that lovelike a dreamcan be beautiful, bewildering, and wonderfully unpredictable.

Embark on a breathtaking adventure deep beneath the Earths surface in Jules Vernes timeless science fiction masterpiece, Journey to the Center of the Earth.When the brilliant but eccentric Professor Otto Lidenbrock discovers a mysterious coded manuscript, he becomes convinced that it contains the key to reaching the very core of the planet. Driven by relentless curiosity and scientific ambition, he persuades his reluctant nephew, Axel, to join him on an extraordinary expedition. Their journey begins in Iceland, descending through the crater of a dormant volcanoan entrance to a world no human has ever seen.As they venture further into the unknown, the explorers encounter vast subterranean oceans, towering prehistoric forests, giant mushrooms, and creatures thought to be extinct for millions of years. From violent storms in an underground sea to encounters with ancient beasts, every step tests their courage, endurance, and faith in science. Guided by their calm and resourceful Icelandic guide, Hans, the team must navigate treacherous landscapes where survival hangs by a thread.More than a thrilling adventure, Vernes novel is a celebration of scientific discovery and human determination. Blending imagination with the scientific knowledge of his time, Verne crafts a vivid and immersive world that continues to captivate readers of all ages. The story explores themes of exploration, the power of knowledge, and the resilience of the human spirit when faced with the unknown.First published in 1864, Journey to the Center of the Earth remains one of the most beloved works of early science fiction. Its sense of wonder, daring exploration, and visionary storytelling laid the foundation for generations of adventure and speculative fiction.Daring, imaginative, and endlessly exciting, this classic novel invites readers to descend into the depths of the Earthand into the limitless possibilities of human curiosity.

La persona, nella stagione della malattia, avverte sempre e sempre piu forte il desiderio di entrare in un dialogo intimo con il Signore. Questo sussidio, con alcuni testi inediti e altri gia esistenti, nasce per dare voce al malato e per restituire a lui la scena della preghiera, lasciandogli il modo, il tempo e lo spazio per dialogare con Gesu.

Written in the early 11th century, The Tale of Genji is widely regarded as the worlds first novel and a cornerstone of Japanese literature. Set in the refined court society of Heian-era Japan, the story follows the life and romantic pursuits of Prince Genji, the "Shining Prince," whose charm, sensitivity, and ambition shape his complex relationships.Through elegant prose and psychological depth, Murasaki Shikibu portrays themes of love, beauty, impermanence, and the subtle dynamics of court life. The novel offers a richly detailed glimpse into aristocratic culture, artistic expression, and the emotional intricacies of human relationships.Poetic, reflective, and timeless, The Tale of Genji remains a literary masterpiece celebrated for its sophistication, emotional nuance, and enduring influence on world literature.

First published in 1845, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave is a landmark autobiography and one of the most influential works in American literature. In this compelling firsthand account, Frederick Douglass recounts his experiences in slavery, the brutality he endured, and his courageous journey toward freedom.With powerful prose and moral clarity, Douglass exposes the inhumanity of slavery while highlighting the transformative power of education, resistance, and self-determination. His story not only documents personal suffering but also stands as a forceful argument for abolition and human equality.Deeply moving and historically significant, this classic narrative remains essential reading for understanding the realities of slavery and the enduring struggle for freedom and justice.