Posts By Maria Julien

Books About Identity

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There are many facets to identity. We are born with certain physical characteristics which distinguish us from our siblings. As we grow, our personal traits develop to further our sense of self. Social and ethnic&hellip

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Books About God

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The belief in deities is ancient, and early texts such as the Vedas bear witness to this belief. The evolution of religion has led to clashes which still continue. Scholarly opinion is divided, with strong&hellip

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Books About George Washington

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The first president of the United States of America was destined to become an internationally famous figure. There are about a thousand biographies of George Washington, starting with his contemporary, author Washington Irving. There will&hellip

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Books About Education

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Education was considered to be the privilege of a few in ancient times. From the early 16th century, the concept of education for everyone took root in Europe. In Germany, Martin Luther, the religious reformer,&hellip

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Books About Economics

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The subject of economics was considered a part of philosophy until the Industrial Revolution. When the shift from agriculture to industry became pronounced, the study of economics gained importance. The three books below were major&hellip

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Books About Divorce

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Marriages are no longer unions which last a lifetime. Most societies now have a provision for divorce. The emotional effect is usually strong. Feelings of desertion, despair and rejection are common. Affected people may find&hellip

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Books About Running

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Towards the end of the twentieth century, the trend of taking up running as a regular form of exercise has caught on. More and more average citizens are participating in marathons, half marathons and even&hellip

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Books About Kidnapping

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Kidnapping is a terrifying crime, especially when the victims are children. Kidnappers usually demand ransom, but investigations have revealed that in a number of cases, the victims are sex slaves. There are many books on&hellip

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Books About Travel

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There is hardly a spot on the globe that has not been visited by people from other lands. Human beings have always travelled, and written accounts have existed from even before the Common Era (BCE).&hellip

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