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David Jacobson

    Of Virgins and Martyrs
    Lost Secrets of Master Musicians
    The Social Background Of The Old Testament
    The Big Red Blanket
    Place and Belonging in America
    Guide de Survie en Société
    • Le grand magicien Houdini savait sortir sans difficulté d'un caisson totalement imergé le corps ligoté la tête en bas mais aurait-il pu aussi aisément déjouer les pièges que nous tend la vie quotidienne ? Aurait-il pu : - S'échapper d'une réunion professionnelle longue et pénible. - Eviter la visite durant tout un week-end de cousins insupportables. - Eviter de regarder pendant des heures les photos de vacances d'un ami. - Eviter de prendre la parole en public - Annuler un rendez-vous galant - Eviter de faire le ménage... Il existe des solutions simples pour toutes ces situations critiques et souvent "l'évitement vaut mieux que le remède". Vous êtes invités à une soirée dansante et vous détestez danser : avouer à votre partenaire que vous allez prochainement rendre visite à votre chirurgien pour la pose d'une prothèse du genou. Un couple d'amis vous demande d'être le parrain ou la marraine de leur futur enfant et vous ne supportez pas les bébés : dites leur que vous êtes très honorés mais qu'une personne influente et populaire serait un meilleur choix car avoir des connections est un atout dans la vie. Ce guide propose plusieurs solutions pour chaque cas de figure, vous pourrez ainsi choisir la mieux adaptée à votre personnalité. Pratique, drôle et astucieux, ce livre est à mettre entre toutes les mains de tous ceux qui veulent en finir avec le stress.

      Guide de Survie en Société
    • Place and Belonging in America

      • 248pages
      • 9 heures de lecture
      5,0(1)Évaluer

      The book delves into the historical and evolving relationship between geography and citizenship in the United States, examining how American identity has been shaped by a moral connection to the land. David Jacobson explores the origins of this connection through various historical lenses, including religious visions, agrarian ideals, and national monuments. He contrasts this with the contemporary landscape, where transnational identities and legal rights challenge traditional notions of territorial identity, leading to a more complex civic engagement and multicultural society.

      Place and Belonging in America
    • Kara can't find anyone who wants to play until she discovers a blanket to use in the fun.

      The Big Red Blanket
    • Lost Secrets of Master Musicians

      A Window Into Genius

      • 470pages
      • 17 heures de lecture

      Exploring the nature of talent, this book delves into whether innate ability or environmental factors play a more significant role in shaping exceptional skills. It examines various case studies across different fields, analyzing how practice, opportunity, and mindset contribute to success. The author challenges traditional notions of talent, encouraging readers to reconsider their beliefs about what makes someone truly gifted. Through insightful research and compelling anecdotes, the book offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of human potential.

      Lost Secrets of Master Musicians
    • Of Virgins and Martyrs

      Women and Sexuality in Global Conflict

      • 272pages
      • 10 heures de lecture
      4,0(1)Évaluer

      Exploring the intersection of women's sexuality, dress, and image, this index reveals the profound impact these elements have on militant Muslim outrage and violence. It delves into the underlying human narrative that connects women's status to conflicting moral visions of society, highlighting the intense clash that arises from these differing perspectives. The work sheds light on the societal dynamics at play and the reasons behind the escalating tensions surrounding women's roles in various cultures.

      Of Virgins and Martyrs
    • The book explores the evolution of warfare, highlighting the transition from large-scale conflicts to engagements involving fewer combatants utilizing advanced technology. It examines the implications of this shift across various dimensions, including technological advancements, strategic approaches, ideological frameworks, and ethical considerations. Through contributions from various experts, it provides a comprehensive analysis of contemporary warfare's transformation and its broader societal impacts.

      Transformations of Warfare in the Contemporary World
    • Agrippa II

      The Last of the Herods

      • 268pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Focusing on the life of Agrippa II, this biography explores the final descendant of Herod the Great who served as a client king of Rome. It highlights his unique role in overseeing the Temple in Jerusalem, which he managed until its tragic destruction during the Judaean-Roman War. The book delves into Agrippa's political challenges and historical significance, providing insight into a pivotal figure in the context of Roman-Jewish relations.

      Agrippa II
    • The Charm of Wise Hesitancy

      • 184pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      Explores the resurgence of interest in Talmudic stories in Israel and presents some of the most popular Talmudic stories in contemporary Israeli culture, as well as creative interpretations of those stories by Israeli writers, thereby providing readers with an opportunity to consider how these stories may be relevant to their own lives.

      The Charm of Wise Hesitancy
    • "The 7 1/2 Habits of Highly Humorous People" is an easy and fun book to read. The practical applications on how to improve your sense of humor make this a 'keeper.' This book reveals the mysteries to improving your sense of humor to be happier, healthier, have better relationships and make you a highly humorous person. This funny, uplifting and endearing book will teach you the secrets of using humor to decrease stress, cope with adversity and enhance the good times. It tells the story of one man's rise from the depths of illness and chronic pain to the heights of success attributable to his daily humor habits. He explains his discovery of how the simple use of HUMOR can transform your life and the world you live in. This book begins your journey of enhancing your Humor Horizons. James Brown "felt good," and so will you when you read this book and change the course of your life.

      The 7 1/2 Habits of Highly Humorous People