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The House of God

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Set in a lightly disguised Boston hospital of high repute, Samuel Shem's novel dives deep into the agony of absurdity.

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The Jain Agamas

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A paperback English translation of the Jain Agamas, the most authoritative and sacred scriptures in Jainism. The Jain Agamas consist of two main categories: the Angas and the Upangas. The Angas are considered the primary scriptures, while the Upangas are supplementary texts that provide further explanations and commentaries on various aspects of Jain philosophy and practice.

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The Kojiki

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The oldest extant chronicle of Japan's myths and history, the stories contained in the Kojiki are part of the inspiration behind Shinto practices.

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The Ladder of Divine Ascent

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A commercial-grade, hardcover English edition of The Ladder of Divine Ascent, a well-known spiritual guidebook written in the 6th century by John Climacus, an Orthodox Christian monk. This book is composed of many chapters, each representing a rung on the ladder, symbolizing the spiritual journey towards union with God.

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The Lads of Summer

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This well worn paperback details the early baseball careers of one of the greatest teams professional sports has ever known.

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The Life of Oyasama, Foundress of Tenrikyo

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A paperback English translation of Tenrikyo's hagiography of Miki Nakayama, foundress of the Tenrikyo Religious Tradition.

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The Mahabharata

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A large and complete hardcover English translation of The Mahabharata, the most revered and significant ancient texts in Indian literature and Hindu mythology. It is an epic narrative that has been passed down through generations and has been a source of inspiration and guidance for millions of people before and possibly during and after the Cataclysm. The epic is divided into 18 books or parvas, each focusing on different aspects of the story, such as the genealogy of the Pandavas, the education of the Pandavas, and the great war of Kurukshetra.

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The Mahayana Sutras

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A hardcover English translation of the Mahayana Sutras, a collection of scriptures that form the foundation of Mahayana Buddhism. Those cover a wide range of topics and teachings, including, but not limited to, discourses on meditation, ethics, philosophy, cosmology, and the nature of reality.

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The Master and Margarita

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Featuring a cast that includes Satan, Pontius Pilate, Jesus Christ, vampires, a talking cat, and the literary elite of Moscow, this novel by Mikhail Bulgakov explores philosophical issues on the nature of good and evil.

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The Mithraic Inscriptions

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A commercial-grade, paperback English edition of The Mithraic Inscriptions, a book that explains the ancient Mithraic religion and its various inscriptions, artifacts, characteristics and rituals. The book, written by a team of scholars and experts in the field, aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Mithraism and its significance in the ancient world.

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The Museum of All Things Awesome and That Go Boom

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The Museum of All Things Awesome and That Go Boom is an anthology of science fiction featuring blunt force trauma, explosions, adventure, derring-do, tigers, Martians, zombies, fanged monsters, dinosaurs (alien and domestic), ray guns, rocket ships, and anthropomorphized marshmallows. Published by Upper Rubber Boot Books.

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The Native Religion of New England

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A collection of written oral traditions and written records regarding the religious tradition of the many native groups and tribes of New England (such as the Wampanoag, Narragansett, Mohegan, and Penobscot). This book also contain information regarding the deities, entities and religious characteristics and hierarchy of these groups, as well as historical, geographical, social, political and cultural information.

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The New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures

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An English translation of the Bible published by the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society, used and distributed by Jehovah's Witnesses.

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The Ogam and Ipade

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A good-sized book containing the Ogam (Ogã, a collection of sacred hymns that praise the Orishas, sung during rituals and ceremonies, an essential part of the worship and devotion to the deities), and the Ipade (Ipadê, a collection of sacred stories, myths, and legends that explain the origins of the Orishas, the creation of the world, and the history of the religion), directly linked to Afro-Brazilian religions such as Umbanda and Candomble.

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The Orphic Gold Tablets

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A paperback English translation of the many texts, hymns and inscriptions found in the Orphic Gold Tablets, a series of ancient Greek texts found on gold leaves, dating back to the 4th century BCE. This book contain Orphic teachings and rituals, which are believed to have been used by initiates in Orphic mystery cults, offering guidance on purification, initiation, and the afterlife, as well as instructions for living a virtuous life in accordance with the Greek gods' will.

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The Orphic Hymns

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A paperback English translation of The Orphic Hymns, a collection of ancient Greek hymns attributed to the legendary poet Orpheus. These hymns are a significant source of information about Greek religion, philosophy, and literature. It is divided in a set of 88 hymns, divided into 10 sections, and the hymns are dedicated to various gods and goddesses in the Greek pantheon, as well as to heroes and abstract concepts.

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The Orthodox Church

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A paperback edition of 'The Orthodox Church: An Introduction to Eastern Christianity', written by Timothy Ware. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, theology, and practices of the Eastern Orthodox Church, and an introduction to the Orthodox faith for those unfamiliar with it, as well as a deeper exploration for those seeking to deepen their understanding.

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The Oxbridge Handbook of Mood Ailments

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The Oxbridge Handbook of Mood Ailments provides detailed coverage of the characterization, understanding, and treatment of affective disorders. It provides coverage of unipolar depression, bipolar disorder, and known variants of these illnesses.

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The Philosophy of Information

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This university text details a critical investigation of the conceptual nature and basic principles of information. The student will gain a thorough appreciation of the conceptual frameworks commonly used to describe and advance semantic investigations.

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The Psychology of Stalking

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This book explores stalking from social, psychiatric, psychological and behavioral perspectives. Topics include psychiatric diagnoses, offender-victim typologies, cyberstalking, false victimization syndrome, erotomania, domestic violence, the stalking of public figures, and many other aspects of stalking.

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The Puranas

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A hardcover English translation of The Puranas, a collection of ancient Indian texts that form an integral part of Hindu literature. They are considered to be among the oldest and most authoritative scriptures in Hinduism, alongside the Vedas. It consist of a vast collection of narratives, legends, genealogies, cosmology, theology, philosophy, and rituals related to Hinduism, and are classified into two main categories: Mahapuranas (major Puranas) and Upapuranas (minor Puranas).

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The Pyramid Texts

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A hardcover, English translation of The Pyramid Texts. These texts were intended to guide the deceased pharaohs through the Egyptian afterlife, providing them with magical spells, hymns, and instructions for their journey. The Pyramid Texts contain a wealth of information about ancient Egyptian beliefs in the afterlife, the gods, and the role of the pharaoh as a mediator between the mortal world and the divine.

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The Ramayana

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A complete hardcover English translation of The Ramayana, an ancient Indian epic that holds great religious and cultural significance in Hinduism. It is considered one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient Indian literature and tells the story of Prince Rama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who embarks on a journey to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana. The epic is divided into seven books, known as Kandas, and presents a narrative that encompasses themes of devotion, righteousness, duty, honor, love, and the triumph of good over evil.

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The Satanic Bible

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A collection of essays, observations, and rituals published by Anton LaVey in 1969.

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The Secret of Divine Civilization

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A hardcover English translation of the Risali-yi-madaniyyih, also known as The Secret of Divine Civilization. It was written by 'Abdu'l-Bahá, the son of Bahá'u'lláh, founder of the Bahá'í Faith. This book addresses various aspects of social and economic development, advocating for progressive reforms and offering guidance on how societies can advance spiritually, intellectually, and materially. It explores principles that can contribute to the progress and well-being of individuals and societies, emphasizing the importance of education, justice, equality, and unity. A perfect book for rebuilding society once again.

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The Spiral Dance

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A hardcover copy of the Spiral Dance, written by Starhawk, a prominent author, and activist in the fields of feminism, spirituality, and environmentalism. First published in 1979, this book explores the beliefs, practices, and history of the Goddess movement, which is a spiritual and feminist response to patriarchal religions. The Goddess movement seeks to reclaim and revive the worship of the divine feminine in various forms.

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The Sutras of the Buddha

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A collection of discourses attributed to the Buddha and his close disciples.

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The Tao Te Ching

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A stylized, hardcover English translation of the Tao Te Ching, also known as the Dao De Jing. It is a Chinese philosophical and spiritual text believed to have been written by Laozi, a legendary figure in ancient Chinese history, and is considered one of the most important works in Taoism, an ancient Chinese philosophy and religion that emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao.

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The Touchdown Special

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In this absorbing novel of football fandom, a pizza delivery driver makes a desperate gamble on the Monday night game.

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The Tripitaka

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A collection of sacred Buddhist writings describing their canons of scriptures.

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The Upanishads

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A collection of sacred Hindu writings regarding the nature of reality and describing the character and form of human salvation.

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The Vendetta Riders

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A wild young man, fast on the draw, who thinks he has nothing to lose, falls in with a group of gun runners.

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The Wrong Tomorrow

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You hold in your hands a cheap drugstore paperback written by someone named "Lee Racket."

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The Zara Avesta

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A rare hardcover English translation of the Zara Avesta, a collection of sacred hymns, prayers, and liturgies, which are believed to have been revealed by Zoroaster himself. It is considered an essential guide to living a righteous life in Zoroastrianism, as it provides moral teachings, ethical principles, and spiritual insights.

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Theogony

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A paperback English translation of the Theogony, a Greek epic poem attributed to the ancient poet Hesiod. It is one of the oldest surviving works of Greek literature and provides a comprehensive account of the origins and genealogies of the Greek gods, as well as the creation of the universe and the establishment of divine order.

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Therapeutic Gardens and Healing Spaces

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This book addresses how to design therapeutic gardens. It illustrates a variety of landscape designs appropriate for public spaces that promote mental health.

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Thompson 20-round magazine

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A standard 20-round magazine for the Thompson submachine gun.

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Thompson 30-round magazine

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An extended 30-round magazine for the Thompson submachine gun.

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Thompson 50-round drum magazine

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A 50-round drum magazine for the Thompson submachine gun. Made famous by gangsters, but the military preferred standard 20 and 30-round magazines due to greater reliability.

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three sisters stew

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A hearty stew made of the traditional 'three sisters' plants corn, beans, and pumpkins. Variations of this dish were a staple of many Native American cultures through the centuries up until current times. This Abenaki recipe has wild rice added to it.

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thriller novel

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A suspenseful tale of betrayal and revenge.

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thyme

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A stalk of thyme. Smells delicious.

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Tibetan Buddhist Canon

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A hardcover English translation of the Tibetan Buddhist Canon, also known as the Kangyur and Tengyur, or Vajrayana Canon. It contains a vast collection of sacred texts that form the basis of the Buddhist teachings in Tibetan Buddhism. It consists of two main parts: the Kangyur, which contains the translated words of the Buddha, and the Tengyur, which comprises commentaries by Indian and Tibetan scholars.

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