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In 1807, Parliament outlawed the slave trade in the British Empire, but for the next quarter of a century, despite heroic and bloody rebellions, more than 700,000 people in the British colonies remained enslaved. And when a renewed abolitionist campaign was mounted, making slave ownership the defining political and moral issue of the day, emancipation was fiercely resisted by the powerful 'West India Interest'.

The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing is a DIY handbook that espouses the sage investment wisdom of John C. Bogle. This witty and wonderful book offers contrarian advice that provides the first step on the road to investment success, illustrating how relying on typical "common sense" promoted by Wall Street is destined to leave you poorer. This updated edition includes new information on backdoor Roth IRAs and ETFs as mainstream buy-and-hold investments, estate taxes and gifting, plus changes to the laws regarding Traditional and Roth IRAs, and 401k and 403b retirement plans.

In 1811, when the self-schooled daughter of a carpenter pulled some strange-looking bones from Britain's southern shoreline, few people dared to question that the Bible told the accurate history of the world. But Mary Anning had discovered the 'first' dinosaur, and over the next seventy-five years - as the science of palaeontology developed, as Charles Darwin posited theories of evolutionary biology, and as religious scholars identified the internal inconsistencies of the Scriptures - everything changed.

The first ever Podcast dedicated to the classic 90s British Sitcom Goodnight Sweetheart. Presented by Richard Taylor and Michael Bickers, this Podcast will feature a detailed review of every episode along with interviews with cast and crew members and fans of the show.

John Owen is widely regarded as one of the most influential English Puritans. As a pastor, he longed to see the glory of Christ take root in people’s lives. As a writer, he continues to encourage us toward discipline and communion with God. His high view of God and deep theological convictions flowed naturally into practical application and a zeal for personal holiness. Barrett and Haykin guide us through the seventeenth-century theologian’s life and doctrine, giving us a glimpse into the majestic vision that served as the foundation for his approach to the Christian life.

The Lunar colony is a mining colony with only internal security capabilities. Nobody had even considered that there might soon arise a need to defend the colony from the Earth! But that day has come. Something has been uncovered on the moon. Something important. Something...alien.

This is the ideal collection for all lovers of first-rate erotic literature. Edited by Susie Bright, whom the Utne Reader calls "one of the leading thinkers and visionaries of our time", this fifth annual edition of a best-selling series brings together the most outstanding erotic writing of the year.

Art is inherently magickal, and you, as an artist, are also a magician who can ritualize your creative endeavors to make them stronger than ever. Astrea Taylor offers an impressive collection of spells, rituals, deities, and lore that will help you bring to life the story, painting, sculpture, or music you've been dreaming about. This book is designed to guide you through the entire creative process. You'll draw inspiration from spirits and the four elements to complete your rough draft, and then use the principles of alchemy to refine your piece.

Impossible Monsters reveals the central role of dinosaurs and their discovery in toppling traditional religious authority, and in changing perceptions about the Bible, history, and mankind's place in the world.

The author "discovered" the feline world's best-kept secret in a file hidden on his mother's computer by her cat, Cleo, and now shares it with humanity for the first time. Topics covered range from avoiding visits to the vet, to the artful display of captured prey, to getting in the way of a human trying to read anything, including this paragraph. Upon publication, Cleo denied authorship and hired a team of lawyers with their claws out, but despite her best efforts, word is spreading with over 75,000 Kindle downloads.

Music has the enormous potential to engage and impact the entire brain. After all, the auditory system is the first to develop in utero. And, at the end of life, the last to go. With the advent of brain scanning and other recent research options, studies prove music’s positive effects on the human brain. Through narrative, current and relevant research, and an easy-to-understand format, authors Taylor and Hudson offer a glimpse into the how, the where and the why regarding the benefits of music on the brain. How can a person utilize music to better his or her life?

The Michael Taylor Show" is a platform where insightful conversations meet inspiration and wisdom. Hosted by Michael Taylor, this podcast dives deep into topics that impact our lives—ranging from personal development and mental wellness to success strategies and cultural discussions. Each episode features thought-provoking interviews with experts, change-makers, and everyday people who share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Whether you're seeking motivation, new perspectives, or just an engaging story, "The Michael Taylor Show" delivers content that resonates and inspires action. ...

There are many people that are hesitant to pursue their spiritual journey because of the strict religious doctrines surrounding Christianity that don’t coincide with their personal views. But what if I told you that you can still connect with a higher power and achieve inner peace through spirituality without the strict rules? In this book, you’ll find a refreshing approach that aims to inspire you to find the truth and set yourself free! Be guided by the master teacher, Jesus Christ, and Coach Michael Taylor and see that there's so much more to spirituality than doctrines.

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The Center for Talent Innovation's new study, Mission Critical: Unlocking the Value of Veterans in the Workforce, reveals how companies can ensure their veteran talent thrives in the corporate world.

To the average person trying to lose weight or become healthier, it is hard to decide what regime would be best to follow, and this combination lifestyle allows you to mesh two popular regimes. So, if you cannot decide between intermittent fasting and the ketogenic diet, this book will show you how to safely combine them. Whether you have just started exploring the keto world or if you are simply seeking new to gain more from either the ketogenic diet or intermittent fasting, then this book will give you a solution to your problems.

Single fathers have the toughest decisions to make concerning their lives and that of the child(ren) they raise. When a man decides to re-arrange how he planned out his life to raise a child, then you know it is no ordinary love. To Father a Child was written to embrace fatherhood, even when it is just you and your child. This book will encourage and help you understand how to manage your decisions around raising your child alone.

Coach Michael Taylor will show you how shifting your perception from negativity to positivity can influence your life. In his book The Good News Is, The Future Is Brighter Than You Think, he’ll introduce you to 10 reasons why the future is brighter than you think!

In this powerful guide, Michael Taylor, an accomplished life coach and entrepreneur, shows you how to shatter limiting beliefs peculiar to Black men and hands you the blueprint to living a life of joy, happiness, fulfillment, and accomplishment. Filled with deeply personal experiences, powerful anecdotes, and life-changing advice, The Cure for Onlyness will get you started on your journey to self-enlightenment and help you become the absolute best version of yourself.

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