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Natural Beauty Recipes: 60 Best Kept Secrets to Care for the Skin, Natural Skin Care Tips
About the Book and Author Do you want to use natural ingredients for your body and skin, then you will want to read Lisa Patrick's book, Natural Beauty Recipes: 60 Best Kept Secrets to Care for the Skin, Natural Skin Care Tips. This e-book is 46 pages long but well worth the reading. This book was published on August 19, 2013, by Speedy Publishing, LLC. They have this book under the genre of skin care, beauty, grooming, and style.
By Lisa Briskey2 years ago in BookClub
Albert Einstein. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
The man known to history as Albert Einstein was born on the 14th of March 1879 in the city of Ulm in the south of what was then the German Empire. Ulm was a major urban centre of the Kingdom of Wurttemberg, a major constituent part of the German state in the late nineteenth century. His father was Hermann Einstein, an Ashkenazi Jew from Buchau in Wurttemberg. Hermann had been academically gifted and showed a strong ability in the field of applied mathematics when studying in Stuttgart, the capital of Wurttemberg, in his youth. However, the Einstein family were not wealthy, and he was forced to abandon his studies and went to work in the feather-bed shop run by his cousins, Moses, and Hermann Levi, in Ulm in the 1870s. Albert’s mother was Pauline Koch, a member of a family of German Jews who had developed extensive connections as purveyors and merchants in Wurttemberg. She married Hermann Einstein in 1876 and Albert was their first child. A daughter, Maja, or Maria Einstein was born two years later in 1881. Albert’s youth was dictated to a considerable extent by his father’s business dealings. When he was still an infant Hermann Einstein, following the business advice of his brother Jakob, decided to move the family to Munich, the largest city in southern Germany lying some 170 kilometres to the east of Ulm. This occurred in 1880 as Jakob and Hermann sought to establish Einstein and Co. as an electrical engineering company in Munich just as the great age of electrification was about to begin sweeping the western world. There Albert was enrolled in a Catholic elementary school, before being transferred to the Luitpold-Gymnasium in Munich in 1887. Albert remained there until 1894, but at that stage the Einsteins were once again uprooted when Hermann and Jakob failed to secure a contract to begin the electrification of Munich. Instead, they headed for northern Italy, settling first in Milan and then in Pavia. Albert briefly remained in Munich to continue his studies, but after several months became disillusioned with the strict rote learning on offer at the Gymnasium and convinced both his parents and the school authorities to let him leave to join them in Italy. Albert continued his education in Italy from 1894 onwards. He was already showing distinct signs of a precocious ability as a scientist and mathematician, although his father desired for him to take a keener interest in applied engineering and so follow him into the family business. In Munich in the summer of 1891, he had taught himself algebra and the advanced geometry of the ancient Greek mathematician, Euclid. A family tutor by the name of Max Talmud, who excelled himself in the fields of optometry and ophthalmology, was employed by the Einsteins to teach young Albert advanced mathematics and scientific principles, but he soon found his charge was becoming more knowledgeable than he himself was, when it came to subjects such as calculus, algebra, and geometry. Nor was he a prodigy who was solely interested in scientific and mathematical topics. As he entered his teenage years, he was also reading widely of some of the most advanced philosophical writers of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, notably the German Enlightenment philosopher, Immanuel Kant. Kant’s Critique of Pure Reason, first published in 1781 and offering one of the most analytical discussions of metaphysics, the study of the nature of reality, is one of the densest philosophical tracts ever written, yet Albert seemed to understand it clearly at age 14, something which bewildered his tutor. Young Einstein’s abilities did not go unnoticed by his teachers, tutor, and parents. Thus, shortly after he arrived in Pavia and following his sixteenth birthday he was sent to take the entrance exams at the Swiss Federal Polytechnic School in the city of Zurich, an advanced school of science, mathematics, and engineering. Although he scored high on the technical exams, Albert was not admitted at this time, in part owing to his youth. The following year he passed the Swiss Matura, an equivalency exam in the country for those who had not gone through the formal schooling process within Switzerland but wished to complete the secondary education curriculum there. Earlier that year he had also renounced his German citizenship to avoid being called up for the required military service expected of all young men in the country. Thus, it was that as a stateless individual he finally entered the Polytechnic School in Zurich in the autumn of 1896 aged seventeen. There he would study physics and mathematics, the two subjects which he had demonstrated a prodigious ability in since he was a child. He would remain there for four years, eventually acquiring a diploma in 1900. Einstein’s years in Zurich were those in which his research interests began to emerge in a fully formed state. He was becoming an eclectic scientist, one who might broadly be categorised as a physicist, but whose area of expertise covered a wide range of topics such as the discovery of an accurate way to measure the dimensions of tiny molecules, a field of endeavour belonging to quantum mechanics, the broad science of describing the physical properties of nature at the atomic and subatomic level. Additionally, he was concerned to measure how light moves. At the time he was beginning to conduct complex research into this subject in turn-of-the-century Zurich, the prevailing view amongst European and North American scientists was that light travelled exclusively in wave-patterns. As would become clear in the years that followed Einstein doubted this theory and believed a further layer of complexity existed within the mechanism whereby light travelled. These and other aspects of advanced physics were at the heart of Einstein’s research in his mid-twenties. They formed the core of his doctoral thesis which he was studying for part time throughout the early 1900s and which he completed in 1905 in Zurich, entitled ‘A New Determi
By Sunset2 years ago in BookClub
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2024
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is celebrated on May 17th every year. It highlights the importance of information and technology in this advanced generation. It aims to create an awareness of the enormous potential of information technology and communications to bridge the digital divide and boost sustainable development worldwide.
By Alice Haven2 years ago in BookClub
The Psychological Memoir Writing Journey
Going into psychological memoir goes beyond simply recalling past experiences; it entails a profound journey of self-discovery and development. As authors translate personal experiences into written narratives, they embark on a transformative journey, confronting their pasts, exploring their identities, and uncovering meaning in life's details. This blog delves into the psychological elements of memoir writing, analyzing how writers navigate memory, emotion, and self-reflection to craft narratives that resonate with readers.
By Ellyn Emery2 years ago in BookClub
WORD SEARCH PUZZLE BOOKS. AI-Generated.
Happy puzzling!"Large Print Word Search Books for Adults, Seniors - Set of 8 Jumbo Word Hunt Puzzle Books": This comprehensive set offers eight books filled with over 700 word search puzzles, all designed with large print for ease of use. Ideal for adults and seniors, these books provide hours of engaging and enjoyable activity, helping to enhance cognitive function and pass the time in a fun way.https://amzn.to/3yuSqr2
By Kailyn Mitchell2 years ago in BookClub
Audiobook Review: The Midnight Orchestra by Jessica Khoury
Things are finally looking up for Amelia Jones: she's officially a Mystwick student, and she even has a teacher to help her learn how to use her rare Composing magic. When Mystwick enters an international magic competition, it’s Amelia's chance to Compose something that will help them win the day. The only problem is that she still doesn’t understand how her powers work. But then she hears about a super exclusive Midnight Orchestra—half performance, half magical black market—and Amelia is sure that’s where she’ll find the answer to her Composing problem. But the Midnight Orchestra is far more sinister than it initially appears and if Amelia can’t unlock her Composing powers, not only will Mystwick lose the musicraft competition, she won’t be able to rescue her friends from the danger unleashed in this thrilling adventure.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
FINDING ME.
“Memories are immortal. They are deathless & precise. They have the power of giving you joy & perspective in hard times. Or, they can strangle you. Define you in a way that's based on other peoples tucked up perceptions than truth.” _________________________________________________
By Catherine Nyomenda2 years ago in BookClub
Where Did the Legend of the Vampire Come From?
Vampires appear in many novels and films, from the cult classics like The Lost Boys to the hugely popular series Twilight. But do many people know where they originated from? Who first came up with the concept of the vampire?
By Sam H Arnold2 years ago in BookClub
How to Write a Foreword for Your Book (in 4 Easy Steps)
Although writing a foreword for a book can be intimidating, it’s a privilege that gives you the chance to introduce the reader to the work. The author values your connection and opinion if they invite you to write one. Let’s simplify this process into four quick steps so that you may write a captivating introduction that draws readers in and accurately summarizes the book.
By Blueroseone2 years ago in BookClub
Match Preview: Key Battles and Predictions for the Champions League Final - Borussia Dortmund vs. Real Madrid
The apprehension is apparent as Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid adapt to face off in the Champions League final. Both teams accept displayed arresting skill, determination, and animation throughout the antagonism and this bout promises to be a blood-tingling contest. Here, we burrow into the key battles that could ascertain the aftereffect of the final and action predictions on how this ballsy showdown adeptness unfolds.
By Salako Emmanuel2 years ago in BookClub
Taking Indian Businesses from Local Markets to Global Platforms . Content Warning.
In an age where the global market is more accessible than ever, Indian businesses stand at the threshold of an unprecedented opportunity. The digital revolution has paved the way for local enterprises to expand their horizons beyond traditional boundaries, bridging the gap between local markets and global platforms. This transformation is not just about reaching a wider audience but also about embracing the diversity and dynamism of the global marketplace.
By Topiko Hyd2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: How to Hear Ghosts by David Griffiths. Content Warning.
In the wake of his mother’s death, 16-year-old Ollie is thrust into the world of his uncle, Dominic Quinn, a renowned stage medium. Communing with the dead runs in Ollie’s family – or so he believes. But as he starts to hear voices in his head, he must confront the possibility that they are no more than a spiral into hereditary madness. Haunted by the mysterious letter that plagued his mum’s final days, Ollie embarks on a quest for answers. With the help of one of his uncle’s mysterious books and the support of his classmate, Hannah, Ollie delves into the secrets surrounding his mother’s past. But as he navigates the blurred line between reality and the paranormal, he must face a daunting question: will it make him famous like his uncle, or dead like his mother? In this gripping young adult novel, Ollie discovers that sometimes, the most terrifying ghosts are the ones we carry inside.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub