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Katrina

A History, 1915–2015

by Andy Horowitz ...

The definitive history of Katrina: an epic of citymaking, revealing how engineers and oil executives, politicians and musicians, and neighbors black and white built New Orleans, then watched it sink under the weight of their competing ambitions. Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans on August 29, 2005, but the decisions that caused the disaster extend across the twentieth century. After ... Read more

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The definitive history of Katrina: an epic of citymaking, revealing how engineers and oil executives, politicians and musicians, and neighbors black and white built New Orleans, then watched it sink under the weight of their competing ambitions. Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans on August 29, 2005, but the decisions that caused the disaster extend across the twentieth century. After
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The Secrets of Charisma

Practical Psychology, #1

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 1 - Practical Psychology
"The Secrets of Charisma" unravels the mystery behind that magnetic quality that goes beyond mere charm. Grounded in psychology and sociology, this book offers a scientific framework for understanding charisma, breaking it down into its core elements: exceptional communication, unwavering self-confidence, and genuine human connection. Through captivating stories of charismatic figures across ... Read more

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"The Secrets of Charisma" unravels the mystery behind that magnetic quality that goes beyond mere charm. Grounded in psychology and sociology, this book offers a scientific framework for understanding charisma, breaking it down into its core elements: exceptional communication, unwavering self-confidence, and genuine human connection. Through captivating stories of charismatic figures across
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Motivation and Setting Goals

Practical Psychology, #2

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 2 - Practical Psychology
"Motivation and Setting Goals" is a comprehensive guide aimed at enhancing key skills for effective interpersonal relationships and personal growth. The guide challenges the notion that motivation and goal-setting are fixed traits, presenting them instead as skills that can be developed through targeted self-improvement efforts. It explores these skills' profound impact on one's thoughts, actions, ... Read more

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"Motivation and Setting Goals" is a comprehensive guide aimed at enhancing key skills for effective interpersonal relationships and personal growth. The guide challenges the notion that motivation and goal-setting are fixed traits, presenting them instead as skills that can be developed through targeted self-improvement efforts. It explores these skills' profound impact on one's thoughts, actions,
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The Long Year

A 2020 Reader

by Andy Horowitz, Éric Charmes, Max Rousseau, Adam Tooze, Joan Wallach Scott, Andrew Lakoff, Keisha N. Blain, Natalia Molina, Marcia Chatelain, Michelle Cera, Gilles Guiheux, Ye Guo, Renyou Hou, Manon Laurent, Jun Li, Anne-Valérie Ruinet, Govindan Venkatasubramanian, Isabelle Guérin, Mathieu Ferry, Marine Al Dahdah, Neha Vora, Sulfikar Amir, Sherihan Radi, Mustafa Dikeç, Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor, Simon Balto, Jeffrey Aaron Snyder, Rachel Nolan, David Schmidt, Julie Livingston, Margaret Morganroth Gullette, Xiaowei Wang, Priscilla Wald, Evan Lieberman, Warwick Anderson, Julia Foulkes, Soledad Álvarez Velasco, Sophie Lewis, Guobin Yang, Sophie Gonick, Margaret O'Mara, Alfonso Fierro, Erick Corrêa, Ananya Roy, Gianpaolo Biaocchi, Jake Carlson, Quentin Ravelli, Jean-Paul Gagnon, Rikki J. Dean, Afsoun Afsahi, Emily Beausoleil, Selen A. Ercan, Miguel Centeno, Gautam Bhan, Joanne Randa Nucho, Yarimar Bonilla, Jacob A.C. Remes, Warren Breckman, Cordula Dittmer, Daniel F. Lorenz, Kathryn Cai, Eric Klinenberg, David S. Barnes, Kavita Sivaramakrishnan, Merlin Chowkwanyun ...

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Some years—1789, 1929, 1989—change the world suddenly. Or do they? In 2020, a pandemic converged with an economic collapse, inequalities exploded, and institutions weakened. Yet these crises sprang not from new risks but from known dangers. The world—like many patients—met 2020 with a host of preexisting conditions, which together tilted the odds toward disaster. Perhaps 2020 wasn’t the year the ... Read more

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Some years—1789, 1929, 1989—change the world suddenly. Or do they? In 2020, a pandemic converged with an economic collapse, inequalities exploded, and institutions weakened. Yet these crises sprang not from new risks but from known dangers. The world—like many patients—met 2020 with a host of preexisting conditions, which together tilted the odds toward disaster. Perhaps 2020 wasn’t the year the
... Read more
Critical Disaster Studies

Edited by Jacob A.C. Remes, Andy Horowitz ...

Series series Critical Studies in Risk and Disaster
This book announces the new, interdisciplinary field of critical disaster studies. Unlike most existing approaches to disaster, critical disaster studies begins with the idea that disasters are not objective facts, but rather are interpretive fictions—and they shape the way people see the world. By questioning the concept of disaster itself, critical disaster studies reveals the stakes of defining ... Read more

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This book announces the new, interdisciplinary field of critical disaster studies. Unlike most existing approaches to disaster, critical disaster studies begins with the idea that disasters are not objective facts, but rather are interpretive fictions—and they shape the way people see the world. By questioning the concept of disaster itself, critical disaster studies reveals the stakes of defining
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Critical Disaster Studies

Edited by Jacob A.C. Remes, Andy Horowitz ...

Series series Critical Studies in Risk and Disaster
This book announces the new, interdisciplinary field of critical disaster studies. Unlike most existing approaches to disaster, critical disaster studies begins with the idea that disasters are not objective facts, but rather are interpretive fictions—and they shape the way people see the world. By questioning the concept of disaster itself, critical disaster studies reveals the stakes of defining ... Read more

$25.99 USD

This book announces the new, interdisciplinary field of critical disaster studies. Unlike most existing approaches to disaster, critical disaster studies begins with the idea that disasters are not objective facts, but rather are interpretive fictions—and they shape the way people see the world. By questioning the concept of disaster itself, critical disaster studies reveals the stakes of defining
... Read more
Self-Awareness and Personal Growth

Practical Psychology, #3

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 3 - Practical Psychology
"Self-Awareness and Personal Growth" offers a comprehensive guide to unlocking one's full potential through the cultivation of self-awareness and intentional personal growth. This insightful book challenges the notion that effective communication and relationship-building skills are innate talents, presenting them instead as learnable behaviors that can be developed through dedicated self ... Read more

$6.99 USD

"Self-Awareness and Personal Growth" offers a comprehensive guide to unlocking one's full potential through the cultivation of self-awareness and intentional personal growth. This insightful book challenges the notion that effective communication and relationship-building skills are innate talents, presenting them instead as learnable behaviors that can be developed through dedicated self
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Mastering Emotional Intelligence

Practical Psychology, #6

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 6 - Practical Psychology
"Mastering Emotional Intelligence" unveils the secrets to mastering self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and motivation. Through science-backed tools and illuminating examples, this book equips readers with practical psychology techniques to develop critical emotional skills. Discover how to manage stress, understand others deeply, and persist through challenges with resilience. Written for a ... Read more

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"Mastering Emotional Intelligence" unveils the secrets to mastering self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and motivation. Through science-backed tools and illuminating examples, this book equips readers with practical psychology techniques to develop critical emotional skills. Discover how to manage stress, understand others deeply, and persist through challenges with resilience. Written for a
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Balancing Stress and Emotions

Practical Psychology, #8

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 8 - Practical Psychology
"Balancing Stress and Emotions" is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to improve their productivity, confidence, and resilience. This book offers practical techniques based on psychological principles to manage stress and emotions effectively, transforming them into driving forces for growth and development. The book emphasizes the importance of relationship-building as a skill that can ... Read more

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"Balancing Stress and Emotions" is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to improve their productivity, confidence, and resilience. This book offers practical techniques based on psychological principles to manage stress and emotions effectively, transforming them into driving forces for growth and development. The book emphasizes the importance of relationship-building as a skill that can
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Changing Thinking and Behavior

Practical Psychology, #7

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 7 - Practical Psychology
"Changing Thinking and Behavior" empowers readers to reshape their thoughts, emotions, and actions positively. Drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy, the book equips individuals with actionable tools to rewire negative thinking patterns and break unhelpful behavioral cycles. Readers will learn to identify cognitive distortions, challenge irrational beliefs, and reframe situations ... Read more

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"Changing Thinking and Behavior" empowers readers to reshape their thoughts, emotions, and actions positively. Drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy, the book equips individuals with actionable tools to rewire negative thinking patterns and break unhelpful behavioral cycles. Readers will learn to identify cognitive distortions, challenge irrational beliefs, and reframe situations
... Read more
The Art Of Nonverbal Communication

Practical Psychology, #5

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 5 - Practical Psychology
Ever wondered what people are really saying without words? "The Art of Nonverbal Communication" unlocks the secret language of gestures, expressions, and posture that shape our daily interactions. This isn't just another communication guide—it's your key to understanding the 93% of human interaction that happens silently. Discover how to read between the lines, from spotting lies to building ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Ever wondered what people are really saying without words? "The Art of Nonverbal Communication" unlocks the secret language of gestures, expressions, and posture that shape our daily interactions. This isn't just another communication guide—it's your key to understanding the 93% of human interaction that happens silently. Discover how to read between the lines, from spotting lies to building
... Read more
The Art of Social Skills

Practical Psychology, #4

by Andy Horowitz ...

Series Book 4 - Practical Psychology
"The Art of Social Skills" is crafted to enhance interpersonal skills across various environments. Authored by an expert who combines extensive research with hands-on experience, the book aims to empower readers by fostering respect, empathy, and the development of mutually beneficial interactions, all grounded in strong communication skills. Designed as an essential resource, the book is ideal ... Read more

$6.99 USD

"The Art of Social Skills" is crafted to enhance interpersonal skills across various environments. Authored by an expert who combines extensive research with hands-on experience, the book aims to empower readers by fostering respect, empathy, and the development of mutually beneficial interactions, all grounded in strong communication skills. Designed as an essential resource, the book is ideal
... Read more

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