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Consciousness is our unique window to the world - each person has his own, and no other is available to us. This fundamental insight enables a completely new view of the phenomenon of consciousness that does not require metaphysical assumptions.On this basis, this book develops innovative answers to the big questions of consciousness research: How do the ability to act and subjective experience arise? How can the classic body-soul problem be rethought? The approach presented here leads from individual experience to its scientific formalization to an epistemic relativism that takes the subjective nature of our experience of the world seriously.Consciousness is understood as a fundamental expression of life of neuronal systems that accompanies us from birth to death. The book examines this phenomenon from different perspectives: as a complex neural network, as a superposition of multidimensional frequency patterns, and as a hierarchical regulatory system. Particular attention is paid to the mechanisms of psychosomatics and the placebo effect as well as the similarities and differences to artificial systems.This novel approach requires innovative questions and methods, which are systematically developed in this book and explained using concrete examples. The work is aimed at all those who are looking for a deeper, scientifically sound understanding of consciousness - beyond traditional metaphysical speculation.

**THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER** A New Statesman Book of the YearAmazing Alastair Campbell, The Rest Is Politics ChillingFinancial TimesExcellent Lewis Goodall, LBCA cracking book ... Reads like a thriller Matt Frei, LBC March 2028: Russian troops capture the small Estonian town of Narva and the island of Hiiumaa in the Baltic Sea. After victory in Ukraine, Putins long-mooted encroachment into the Baltic states has begun. Europes slow rearmament and its compromised military and intelligence capabilities is now clear for its enemies to exploit. Does Article 5 of NATO apply? What will the alliance decide? Will they risk nuclear war?In If Russia Wins, military expert and Professor of International Relations at the University of Munich, Carlo Masala explores these questions and underlines what is at stake in Ukraine in the starkest possible terms.For those of us who have only ever known peace, we are accustomed to everything turning out well in the end. But what if it doesnt?Translated from the German by Olena Ebel and Ruth Ahmedzai Kemp.

What if the answers you seek cannot be taughtbut must be lived?Hermann Hesses Siddhartha is a profound spiritual novel that has inspired generations of readers worldwide. Set in ancient India, it follows the life of Siddhartha, a young man who leaves behind wealth, comfort, and tradition to embark on a quest for truth and inner peace.Through encounters with ascetics, spiritual teachers, and the temptations of worldly life, Siddhartha learns that wisdom is not found in doctrines or teachings but through personal experience and self-discovery. His journey reflects the universal human search for meaning, balance, and enlightenment. With poetic prose and timeless insight, Hesse invites you to reflect on your own path, the nature of desire, and the stillness of the soul. Siddhartha is not just a novelit is a guide to understanding lifes deepest mysteries. Click Buy Now and let Siddharthas journey inspire your own quest for truth and peace.

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KUBARK Counterintelligence Interrogation is a seminal work that provides a comprehensive examination of interrogation techniques used by the CIA during the Cold War era. Structured as a manual, the text combines psychological insights and empirical research to outline methods for effective interrogation that range from rapport-building to coercive tactics. Its analytical approach to the nuances of human behavior reflects a sophisticated understanding of both the ethical implications and psychological impacts of interrogation on both the interrogator and the subject. The books style is clinical and precise, making it a critical document not just for practitioners in intelligence but also for scholars studying human rights, ethics, and the broader context of state power in the Cold War period. The authors of KUBARK, primarily drawn from the intelligence community, possess a wealth of experience in counterintelligence operations and psychological warfare. Their backgrounds cover a range of disciplines including psychology, sociology, and military strategy, providing a multifaceted perspective on the intricacies of interrogation. The manual was produced during a time of intense scrutiny surrounding human rights, reflecting the tensions between national security and ethical governance that continue to resonate in contemporary discussions. Readers interested in the intersection of psychology, law, and ethics will find KUBARK Counterintelligence Interrogation an invaluable resource. Its detailed exploration of interrogation strategies not only informs but invites readers to critically engage with the moral complexities surrounding coercive techniques. A must-read for those seeking to understand the historical context of intelligence practices and their implications for modern-day ethics.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthologys overall scope without giving away essential twists.- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.

In "Liberalism," Leonard Trelawny Hobhouse provides an insightful exploration of the philosophical and political underpinnings of liberal thought during the early 20th century. With a blend of sociological analysis and historical context, Hobhouse articulates the evolution of liberalism as a response to the changing social dynamics of his time. His literary style is characterized by a clarity of expression and a rigorous engagement with the ideas of his predecessors, situating liberalism within a broader discourse on individual rights, state responsibility, and the pursuit of social justice. Hobhouse, a prominent figure in sociology and political philosophy, was profoundly influenced by the social upheavals of the Victorian era, including industrialization and the rise of new social movements. His academic background and personal experiences shaped his views on the importance of moral progress and the need for a framework that balances individual freedoms with collective well-being. This interplay between personal conviction and academic rigor informs the depth of his arguments in "Liberalism." This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the foundations of contemporary political thought and the philosophical debates surrounding freedom and equality. Hobhouses work serves as both a historical document and a vital text that remains relevant in analyzing modern liberalisms challenges and aspirations.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Bridgerton is the runaway Netflix success that has captured the hearts and imaginations of its biggest ever global audience. Producers Chris Van Dusen and Shonda Rhimes have ripped up the Regency drama rulebook to create a series that speaks to a modern audience. Apart from the intense sexual chemistry, inspired casting and a lavish costume budget, what sets Bridgerton apart is the extensive use of location shooting. Step forward Bath: the Georgian architectural jewel gets to play many different parts of fashionable London. Bridgertons Bath takes you on a tour of all these locations from No.1 The Royal Crescent (the Featheringtons house on Grosvenor Square) to Abbey Green (Covent Garden) and the Abbey Deli (Modiste couturier) on Abbey Street. Bridgerton intersects with Jane Austens world at the Assembly Rooms where one of the early balls takes place, while the 18th-century Bath Guildhall also gets a place on the series dance card. A key character in the drama is Lady Danbury, played by Adjoa Andoh, and her grand mansion is Baths former Sydney Hotel, today the Holburne Museum. Gunters Tea Room was a celebrated London patisserie and in Bridgerton it can be found on Trim Street. Many Bath streets feature regularly, including Beauford Square, a place for regular carriage trips and the Royal Crescent, which in Series One, reverberated to the sound of galloping hooves as our heroine (or her stunt double) raced to stop a duel. The book includes a feature on how the series was filmed in the city, and includes a detailed map so you can follow your own Bridgerton Walking Tour of this beautiful city, which has more to offer besides.

What is postulated here is not the dogmatic laying down of a way of working. Rather the aim is to make evident one possible means of access to an experience of the colour world... and guide actual practice to Rudolf Steiners sketch motifs to their eminent educational power for we recognize in them a path that can become of great significance to the developing human soul. From the Introduction This unique workbook describes the early stages of a training for painters, teachers, as well as complete beginners. These stages are based on recommendations Rudolf Steiner gave for the further development of an art of painting suitable for our time. The authors sources are: Steiners indications for the teaching of painting in the first Waldorf School, his colour and art lectures, and the sketches he made for painters. Together they form a self-contained system of exercises for a new art that is spiritually alive.The path that Gerard and Elisabeth Wagner have set forth which leads to experience of the spiritual basis of artistic activity and strengthens the human beings creative potential can serve as the means for a renewal of the art of painting out of the eternal and inexhaustible sources of the spirit. Sergei O. Prokofieff

In volume 1, Professor Verdon sought to identify what crippled social anthropologys original project, that of understanding sociocultural variability. He found its cause in a universal, Aristotelian cosmology that renders groups ontologically variable to their principles of social organization, by defining them in terms of behaviour regulation. In this second volume, he develops a cure to that cosmological malaise: to define groups outside all behaviour regulation, and to define a separate group for every type of activity (unifunctional groups). From these two new cosmological requirements he sets out to define all the main concepts of social anthropology in what he calls an operational language (defined with respect to anthropologys aims, not as entities with intrinsic anthropological attributes): groups, corporations, descent, territoriality, lineages, segmentation, sovereignty and so on.He then applies this language to translate classical ethnographies operationally. He first chose the most famous ethnographies of so-called segmentary lineage societies, the Nuer (Sudan), Tallensi (Ghana) and Tiv (Nigeria), and then added the Berbers from the Rif (Morocco), the Yao (Malawi) and Australian Aborigines. All those societies were described as having descent groups. Translated operationally, ONLY ONE of them retains descent groups (the Tallensi). This leads him radically to transform the ethnographic landscape of social anthropology. Where all ethnographers saw descent groups almost everywhere, he finds them to be rare occurrences, now replaced with clientelistic social formations.Overall, setting out to define a set of etic (objective) concepts, he discovers that this language actually yields much better emic approaches to social organization (an approach closer to the actors subjective experience).

Are we destined to merge with the machines weve created? What if the Singularity the moment of merger already happened? How would we know?The King and the Swarm argues that we already have. We did so via an always-on and increasingly omnipresent mesh of digital sensing points that spans the world, and of which you almost certainly have one in your pocket. The global transformation this has wrought reaches far beyond economics, reshaping politics, culture, sex, family, and even consciousness itself.

Equip Your Church to Reach Todays Generations Are your churchs outreach efforts feeling stalled? Do you sense a growing disconnect between traditional evangelism methods and the people you long to reach?If youve felt that familiar methods are failing and trust has been lost, you are not alone. The Call to Contextualize offers a practical path forward for ministry leaders seeking to address this crisis of evangelism.Drawing on insights from twenty-three years of effective ministry, pastor Jae Hoon Lee uses biblical examples, theological principles, and practical case studies to present an incarnational model for evangelism called accommodation evangelism that adapts the gospel message and methods to the audiences needs and cultural context while preserving the gospels integrity.In The Call to Contextualize, you will find: A theology of contextualization and accommodation evangelism. Discover how to effectively communicate the gospel in a way that is recipient centered, adapting the message to the audiences language and cultural context. Practical ministry application. Learn from biblical examples such as Jesus and Paul, alongside the extensive experience of Onnuri Church, to implement contextualized evangelism in your ministry. Biblical, theological, and missional foundations. Explore the scriptural underpinnings of a recipient-centered approach to the gospel, focusing on principles of divine communication and the theological concept of incarnation. Gospel and culture. Study how the gospel is conveyed through cultural forms, necessitating the churchs adaptation of its methods to resonate with contemporary society while being faithful to the original message. Missional communities. Embrace the call for your church to become a missional community that prioritizes relationships as the foundation of evangelism and values reconciliation as a core expression of Gods love for humanity. This book offers encouragement and practical guidance to churches seeking to reach the lost with wisdom, creativity, and love. Its time to reimagine what evangelism can look like in your context. Equip yourself and your church to engage people with the gospel in ways that truly resonate with The Call to Contextualize.

What is power, and what is the crowd? How do the two relate to each other? Crowds and Power is a striking and unclassifiable study of how human beings behave in groups and how collective forces shape history. Rejecting conventional sociology, 1981 Nobel Prize in Literature laureate Elias Canetti creates a unique framework that draws on anthropology, mythology, psychology, history, psychoanalysis and literature to explain why crowds form, how they act and what makes them so powerful. Drawing on his experiences in Vienna in the 1930s and a range of material spanning centuries and every continent, Canetti offers insights into the psychology of the crowd, the variety of religious experience, the paranoia of rulers and the pathology of power. A visionary and provocative book, Crowds and Power is a major work illuminating the forces driving mass movements and offers one of the most profound and startling portraits of the human condition ever written.

Make Gods Promises Your Daily Declaration God has uniquely created each one of us. In the Scriptures, he has a lot to say about who we are and how we can live with fullness of hope.But have we become so informed by the world that we have forgotten we were first formed by the Creator of the world? Claimed by God helps you remember your identity as a daughter of God through thirty statements about the joy, confidence, and hope that God has instilled in you. These declarations are grounded in Scripture and supported by guided prayers that fuel your assurance, strength, and gratitude for Gods unchanging love. Together they enable you to believe beyond what you can see in front of you.In each chapter, you will speak the declaration in an act of faith, read the Scripture passages, draw near to God in a closing prayer, and memorize the declarations that speak to your heart. These declarations arent meant to stay on these pages. As you make them a part of your daily routine, you can declare Gods promises over yourself as you start your day or as you drift off to sleep. Speak truths over your circumstances in moments of fear or doubt. If you need wisdom or discernment, make these words your prayer, inviting Gods provision into each situation.As you allow truths from Gods Word to permeate through your being, youll find yourself closing in on your God-given identity, calling, and destiny. God has so much in store for you. With Claimed by God, step forward in faith and live according to his hope-filled promises.

How We Misread the Bible When Women Are Left Out Ignore them, vilify them, or treat them as isolated cameosthese have been common approaches to Christian teaching about the women in the Bible. As a result, we not only miss the significance of women in the biblical narrative but also misunderstand important questions in the text more broadly. Scholar Sandra Glahn argues that we need to rightly recognize the nature of biblical narrative by seeing the women in the stories as essential.In A Womans Place Is in the Story, Glahn models how we can better read stories in their literary context and understand why the original authors included what they did. She reexamines both well-known and neglected passages, such as Tamar and Judah, the Hebrew midwives, Abigail, and the Samaritan woman at the well. Even when they seem to be minor characters, biblical women are key to moving the plot forward and revealing truths about God.In this book, youll explore how leaving women out of the biblical story changes the plot and meaning that was intended, how distorting women as they appear in the biblical story affects the way we view women in general, and how misunderstanding how women appear in the story affects the way we view God. Women have always been part of the whole story of God. With A Womans Place Is in the Story, discover how rightly seeing women in the biblical narrative leads to more faithful interpretation and application for the benefit of all Gods people.Its time to tell the whole story.

Justice is Gods Righteousness in Action Reclaim what was always meant to be whole. Justice and righteousness are not opposing forces but inseparable pillars of Gods design. But often our minds divide them, even set them in opposition to one another.In What Hath Justice to Do with Righteousness?, Rev. Dr. Charlie E. Dates provides a biblical and historical overview of the bond between these two pillars of the Christian faith that challenges our assumptions, renews our understanding, and invites us into a new movement of protest and prayer.With biblical wisdom, theological reflection, and an honest critique of cultural blind spots, this book boldly declares that justice is Gods righteousness in action. True justice cannot exist apart from righteousness, and righteousness is hollow without a commitment to justice. Gods justice restores and reconciles. "When Jesus hung on a cross, God got justice, and we got righteousness."In What Hath Justice to Do with Righteousness? you will:Understand Justice Through a Biblical Lens: Explore how the Bible defines justice as an expression of Gods character and His kingdom purpose. Resist Systemic Injustice on Biblical Grounds: Learn how Scripture equips believers to stand against oppression and advocate for equity in society. Persevere in Gods Truth: Receive spiritual guidance and motivation to remain steadfast in the pursuit of Gods justice. Dates challenges assumptions, exposes divisions, and delivers a call to action for both protest and prayer. Prepare to be called, inspired, and equipped to resist systemic injustice on biblical grounds and embody both justice and righteousness in every step you take. Are you ready to unite what the world seeks to divide?

Everyday Encounters with God Through the Lens of C. S. Lewis For many Christians, the mysticssaints and teachers throughout Christian history who have experienced direct encounters with Godare in a category of their own. We read about the supernatural experiences of biblical figures like Moses, Isaiah, and John, and historical figures like Julian of Norwich, Teresa of Avila, and John of the Cross, but how can we have spiritual experiences like theirs when our own walks with God feel ordinary and mundane?In The Everyday Mysticism of C. S. Lewis, professor of spiritual formation Gary Selby shows us what the mystics can teach us about everyday spirituality through the eyes of one of the most beloved Christian authors of the last century.C. S. Lewis deeply respected the mystics and thought that their experience truly represented the glory of God breaking into human existence. Lewis believed that in our daily encounters with beauty, we can glimpse the same kind of transcendent union with God that the mystics were given, and that the rich treasures of their tradition could be mined to enrich our day-to-day lives in Christ.What youll find in this book: Practical guidance on spiritual growth and practices like centering prayer and contemplative attention using Lewiss paradigm. How Lewiss work lies at the intersection of experience and theological reflection. A scholarly yet accessible exploration of C. S. Lewiss body of work that illuminates a seldom-analyzed dimension of his thought and writing. Whether you are a lifelong Lewis fan or just discovering his works, youll journey through the influence of the mystical tradition on Lewiss life and work and see how to practice everyday mysticism in the way that Lewis would. With The Everyday Mysticism of C. S. Lewis, experience Lewiss thought in a new way and behold the extraordinary beauty of God in the everyday moments you might be tempted to take for granted.

Cultivate an Awareness of the Often-Missed Nuances of the Holy Spirits Work in Your Life Do you find yourself longing for a richer, more meaningful spiritual life? Or maybe youre quietly wondering, "Am I even doing this right?" Youve heard metaphors like light or dark, feast or famine, close or far, to express connection with God. But what if the Spirits work in your life is not just a binary of presence or distance, but a vast landscape of movements, invitations, and transformations? In The Way of the Spirit, Dr. Jeremy Sims explains how to cultivate attentiveness to the Holy Spirit so you can recognize the subtle, often-overlooked ways God works in your life. Rather than reducing Gods activity to a formula, this book expands your spiritual vocabulary to name the Spirits many distinct movements across the seasons of life.Sims introduces seven Waypoints along the spiritual journey, each offering a glimpse into a season of life through which the Spirit works. As you walk through each Waypoint, youll be accompanied by a guidea saint or spiritual figure whose life embodies the work of the Spirit in that season. You will sit with Mary, the Mother of Jesus; the Desert Fathers and Mothers; Ignatius of Loyola; Teresa of Avila; John of the Cross; Julian of Norwich; and Brother Lawrence. Through their lives and stories, you will trace the patterns of the Spirits work, learn to recognize His presence in your own life, and engage in spiritual practices along the way.With The Way of the Spirit, you will: Learn how to cultivate attentiveness to the Spirits work and why it matters. Explore how you perceive the Spirits work in your life. Broaden your spiritual vocabulary to help recognize and partner with the Spirits work. Move beyond binaries to learn ways the Spirit moves beyond just the familiar. The Spirit is always present and working in your life, leading you through different seasons in your spiritual journey. Become more attuned to Gods movements, opening the door to the returning, refining, and deepening rhythm of spiritual growth in your daily life. With The Way of the Spirit, begin to navigate your own spiritual journey in a way that feels both ancient and refreshingly new.

Trust God to Meet You in Motherhood Sometimes motherhood feels like youre running on autopilot, moving so fast that you forget where youre going. Other times it feels like youre just trying to hold it all together while working through a never-ending list of errands.But Jesus invitation to follow him isnt limited to people with empty calendars and picture-perfect families. Its for moms waiting in carpool lines, cheering from the bleachers, and pacing outside a doctors office. Its for moms who are tired, overwhelmed, running late, and somehow still trying to be faithful.Moms on the Way offers moms of any age a chance to journey through the challenges of motherhood together. This Bible study includes access to weekly teaching videos and offers a practical way to encourage one another, share honestly about your struggles and hopes, and encounter the God who invites you into a process of spiritual transformation.Through studying women in Scripture, this seven-week Bible study addresses these often-unspoken challenges that moms face: When we need a friend When we feel ashamed When we feel resentful When we feel like we dont have enough When were caught up in the rat race When God invites us to embrace vulnerability When all we can taste is bitterness Kathy Tuan-MacLean and Tara Edelschick, authors of Moms at the Well, invite moms to draw near to God and to one another as you share your struggles. Each week youll study how God meets you where you are, welcomes you into honest conversation, calls you to trust and obey, transforms and sets you free, and invites you to be an agent of shalom.With Moms on the Way, find encouragement in Jesus healing and transforming presence and experience how God meets you where you are in motherhood. Youll see that motherhood is meant to be a sacred journey, walking alongside the God who promises to be both your guide and your destination.

Real Answers for Real Life: Faith, Calling, Relationships, and More God invites you to love him with all of who you are. But what does that actually look like when following Jesus feels hard, and the questions you face are overwhelming?How can you handle relationships, money, and big decisions in a way that honors God?What does it really mean to hear Gods voice or experience Gods presence?How can you live out your faith without caving to the pressures around you?What does it really take to build a faith that lasts?In All Your Life, Lina AbuJamra candidly addresses the hard things about following Jesus as she shares insights for building a life of enduring discipleship. Youll learn how to: Ditch the pressure to act like a perfect Christian and connect with God in your real, everyday life. Stop stressing about whats next and start trusting God with your future, one honest step at a time. Connect with the body of Christ in ways that enrich your faith and help you overcome loneliness. Get real help for your struggles by learning how Gods truth speaks into your daily thoughts and decisions. Move from a faith that relies on emotional highs to a steady, everyday walk with Jesus that actually changes you day by day. If you want to know how to follow Jesus more closely and experience God more deeply, this book will help you explore how your faith connects to your real-life decisions, relationships, and challenges. With the help of AbuJamras honest answers, practical guidance, and biblical wisdom, you can grow beyond a compartmentalized faith and discover the deep joy of walking with Jesus in every part of your life for the rest of your life.

"Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart."Psalm 37:4What if youve lost your delight in God? Or youve never really experienced it in the first place? What if a season of suffering has snuffed out your joy, leaving you spiritually discouraged and emotionally numb? Delighting in God changes everything: how you experience your faith, relationships, and circumstancesand even how you see yourself.You can experience Psalm 37:4 as your daily reality. In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle connects scriptural and theological truth to your everyday life so you can experience what delighting in God really means. Its not about checking boxes on a spiritual to-do list or mustering a constant state of positive feelings. Rather, delight is about satisfying your souls deepest longing through a vibrant relationship with the living God.In Awaken Delight, Stephanie Rousselle shows how delighting in God is crucial for spiritual growth, provides spiritual habits that help you live in delight, and includes discussion questions and Bible engagement great for book clubs or small groups. By looking to Christ as your model of divine delight, you can discover that no matter what youre experiencingwhether weariness, sorrow, hope, or happinessyou truly can "taste and see that the Lord is good." If you are longing for a revived faith filled with hope, delight, worth, and grace, Awaken Delight invites you to cultivate a worshipful, life-giving delight in God thats rooted in Gods delight in you.