Virtual Culture

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was known as the Sage of Concord, i.e., Concord, Massachusetts, outside Boston and site of "the shot heard round the world” made famous by Emerson in his Concord Hymn commemorating the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. Scholars speak of Emerson and his associates sparking a second and cultural American Revolution giving rise to an independent American way of thinking. Emerson began as a Unitarian minister but eventually abandoned any remaining traditional Christian beliefs. Having received a legacy from the estate of his first wife, Emerson was ...

Failing UP was recognized as one of only 2% of books reviewed to earn a Kirkus STAR—the most prestigious designation in the book industry in awarding books of exceptional merit. When people first meet Barbara Hong, they often conclude that her life must have always been enriched. They assume she had loving, successful parents and all the support she needed to reach her goals. Nothing could be further from the truth. Hong’s path to an Ivy League university and beyond started in a filthy tenement in Singapore where she lived with an abusive father and an illiterate mother. Even as a child...

This book was first published in Germany in 1919, immediately after the First World War. It recommends that Germany, still suffering the “calamity” of the war, organize itself in a Threefold Society with autonomous economic, political and cultural systems. He wrote at the end of the book: "One can anticipate the experts who object to the complexity of these suggestions and find it uncomfortable even to think about three systems cooperating with each other, because they wish to know nothing of the real requirements of life and would structure everything according to the comfortable ...

Billabong Nulla-Nulla Steven is an Australian Aboriginal boy with a dream. A dream as powerful as any mans. A future life was calling but before he could step out and seek or grasp for that opportunity, he needed to meet and know his father and mother and why he had been left behind in Wyndham for so long. Left in his grandmother Gilly's care when just a month old he had no Dreamtime stories about his parents. So, when opportunity knocked, he set out to meet them and discover and endeavor to understand their walk down life's path. Venturing all over the Kimberley he meets many who know his ...

Matthew Bennett, a freelance investigative reporter, is caught in the middle of the growing political and cultural polarity of our society with deadly consequences. Until recently, his beat has been political extremists, specifically white supremacists embedded in the Canadian military. With the help of an anonymous source, he’s written award-winning articles that have prompted a Parliamentary investigation. He’s anticipating more revelations when his source goes dark. Having an abundance of research and unverifiable information, he decides to turn it into a manuscript for a novel. ...

What every person wants more than anything else is to be fully known and fully loved. This is what it means to be an insider. And the grand story of Scripture is about how the insider God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—has come to outsiders in order to bring us in. How does this happen? And what does this do to shape our understanding of who God is, who we are, and what the world is like? In Insider-Outsider, award-winning author Pierce Taylor Hibbs (Struck Down but Not Destroyed, The Book of Giving, The Great Lie) explores the theology of insiders and outsiders, unpacking the beauty of ...

Cyprus Revisited is part memoir, part travel literature and part solid journalism explaining the current issues in Cyprus regarding politics, lifestyle and economy but most of the book is focused on the cultural wealth of this fascinating Mediterranean island boasting a history that stretches back 12,000 years; Cyprus can easily be defined a cradle of civilisation.

Description for Black As We Know It: History of Black America Black As We Know It: History of Black America is a powerful, sweeping novel that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Black history. From the pain of captivity to the triumphs of resilience, this book weaves together fictionalized personal stories inspired by real historical events to showcase the strength, creativity, and enduring spirit of Black America. Through twenty captivating chapters, you’ll experience: The raw emotion of families torn apart by slavery and reunited in hope. The bravery of ...

The discussion is conducted as follows: a student presents a problem that has arisen in one of the many traditional communities in Israel (Muslim, Christian, Bedouin, Druze, new immigrants from Ethiopia and the Caucasus, certain religious communities, etc.). The problems are drawn from the student’s family, from his or her work as a teacher or as an educational counselor, as well as from other sources. A multi-cultural dialogue develops around the problem in question, in which the participants suggest solutions they are familiar with from their culture, and the author adds the Western ...

Hoshin Kanri has been used successfully by Toyota and other top-tier companies in Japan and the United States to achieve strategic business and lean goals. The underlying power of a successful hoshin kanri process relays on how Toyota creates an environment of continuous improvement. Toyota is a strong business because of its people, and people are the value of its system. This book focuses more on people rather than the process. Management behavior, motivation, core organizational values and teamwork, leadership development, and culture change are the real factors of any business success. ...

She made her debut as captain of the space vessel Valkyrie in 1951’s low-budget double feature Ultimatum from Planet Omega and The Sinister Return of Dr. Abyzmos, produced by Astrys Pictures. A strong female protagonist and action heroine in a time when such was a novelty in Hollywood. Now, six years later, she’s back for a new adventure and a second chance on the big screen, played by a new actress (Jillian Adams) but with all the fun, thrills, chills, ray guns, robots, and rocket ships as before! Prepare yourself for another dose of pulp sci-fi from the 1950’s, coupled with moments ...

The laws of magic can't be broken, but on the third moon of a gas giant, enigmatic forces have a will of their own. Journey to the mystical moon of Rhakaia, where Mackenzie Rivera and his crew of spacefarers must find a way to survive. Navigating the complex world of the ahkorrka and ahkathal, while facing the existential threat posed by the native inhabitants of the gas giant Kaia, will take all of their grit and know-how. As they uncover the secrets of the precious resource sanrha, Mack and his companions must unite the locals and harness the power of magic to prevent the Kaians from ...

EXPANZION: The Internal Leadership Execution Operating System AI is not a Tool. It’s a Mirror. Use it for Both Execution and Evolution. The Real Operating System for AI-Era Leaders Who Are Done Hesitating This is not a leadership book from the top-down. No. It's from the inside out. Built under fire. Refined under pressure. Field-tested in public battles where silence was weaponised—and still, the signal held. EXPANZION™ isn’t here to motivate you. It’s here to transmit clarity through you. This is not for you if: You want another productivity hack You think dashboards are for ...

The Magic Library: Yeti Search takes young readers on a thrilling journey through the Himalayan mountains, where sisters Amelia and Bethany set out on a daring adventure. Guided by a young Sherpa friend, the girls explore Sherpa culture, encounter rare wildlife, and confront the mysteries of the mountains, all while searching for the elusive yeti. Along the way, they learn invaluable lessons on bravery, friendship, and the importance of respecting nature. This book blends history, culture, and fantasy to spark curiosity and inspire adventure in readers who love mystery and discovery.

Unlock the Secrets of Starting Your Career with Your First Job in the Corporate World! Fresh out of college or starting an internship, and feeling overwhelmed? Dive into "Cubicle To Corner Office" and navigate the unspoken rules of the corporate culture, ensuring your career development takes off from day one. Dive in and decipher the unwritten rules and business etiquette that will be pivotal for your career development. Remember, your first job, be it as a new hire, intern or a foreign worker, sets the tone for your career path. The unwritten rules, the corporate etiquette, and the ...

A stand-alone novel, 4th in the Extinction series. As an escaped slave, Oscar believes his troubles are over, but from across the universe an omnipotent alien intellect has other plans. The lost progeny of a scorched Earth barely survives aboard ancient decrepit starships, lost in outer space. Street gangs and slave markets rule the ships, while Oscar guards a safe haven for others fleeing bondage. As gangs battle for supremacy, their ship is plunged into darkness. A Signal from deep space has taken control and will force the crews onto a dangerous path of contrition and reunification. To ...

As promised, Darcy Butler returns to the Crow Indian reservation. It has been one year since she completed and sold her novel based on her roots and the Crow Indian tribe. Her novel had sold well and she decided that she would give back to a culture that had enriched her life. Upon her return, she finds a gift bestowed upon her from her mentor and distant cousin, Tiponi. The wise elder of the tribe has left his journal for Darcy in the event of her return as vowed by the ‘great storyteller.’ The book becomes a treasure to Darcy as she discovers the plight of the children of Running Wolf...

The slush pile comes to life in this action-packed adventure that follows the journey of two men as they face off against ninjas, zombies, werewolves, dinosaurs, dragons, and Christopher Columbus -- plus whatever else the author could cram in there -- while fighting to save the woman they love. Chock full of more clichés and tired turns of phrase than you can shake a stick at, the poorly executed writing will keep you turning the pages as the hilarity just keeps coming. A one-two comedy punch to the face, see what critics are calling "the greatest literary shit-show of our time" that will ...

Ever felt like the star of your own movie, with the world as your stage? You’re not alone—and it’s more dangerous than you think. Main Character Syndrome (MCS) is the psychological and cultural phenomenon sweeping our hyper-connected age, where individuals see themselves as the protagonist of a scripted life, casting friends, family, and even strangers as mere supporting characters. In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Elias Vorne, PhD, unveils the seductive curse of MCS, a delusion that’s reshaping how we live, love, and connect in the digital era. If you’ve ever wondered why social ...

What is Finnish culture? Have you ever wondered what life is like in Finland? Englishman John Swallow has lived in the land of saunas and sisu for fifteen years, enjoying the forests and lakes of the countryside and striving to achieve the famous Finnish work-life balance. A recent challenge led him to ponder the definition of Finnish culture and some of its key constituents. These thoughts kickstarted a journey of discovery that revealed everything from feelings of happiness and admiration to those of wonder and amusement. After much consideration, he finally identified some of those ...