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that impact society. The chapters in this book cover a wide range of topics, including corruption in the banking sector, the history of corruption at Nestle, corruption in pharmaceutical companies, the impact of corruption on indigenous communities, the social mechanisms that facilitate police corruption in Canada, corruption in education, the impact of corruption on economic development, the effects of corruption on national security, and cor...

This book delves into the world of financial systems, exploring a wide range of topics from money laundering and cryptocurrency to home lending and the symbolism of currency. In the first chapter, "Money Laundering, " the book examines the process of disguising the proceeds of crime and integrating them into the legitimate financial system. It provides an in-depth look at the techniques used to conceal the origin, ownership, and destination of...

Beyond Sound is a collection of writings surrounding the science and benefits surrounding music. It goes beyond music theory and into subjects of neurology, therapy, and kinetics. An exploration into the other benefits of music promotes the curiosity and capabilities of the beautiful art form that has been otherwise familiar to human beings. There is focus on performance, piano, violin and many other elements of music.

This book chronicles humanity's historical, mythical, and scientific quest to discover the secret to eternal youth, the struggles such a quest has brought, the ways in which it has shaped our very society, and the ways it might still in the future.

Austin Mardon was a Canadian academic working towards his PhD when he was diagnosed with schizophrenia. He was told by doctors a career wasn't possible, he'd likely be homeless, and having a wife and kids would never happen. Catherine Curry was living as a successful lawyer in Oklahoma, when she was attacked by a member from a white supremacist group, who stabbed her seventeen times. She miraculously lived, but was left with many physical inju...

Space medicine is the practice of medicine in outer space. Space medicine is crucial for all space missions, prior to launch and after launch. They are especially used to diagnose, or treat any underlying conditions an astronaut may have prior to launch, which may possibly affect the astronaut on his mission.

Happiness is not a simple thing. It might seem simple on the surface, but across cultures, times, and individual outlooks, the definition of what happiness is shifts and changes constantly. This book looks at numerous perspectives on happiness and well-being found the world over, the ways they differ and relate, how modern and historical science support them, and where they are affected by economics, social influences, and even our own minds.

A collection of essays, ranging from the COVID-19 Pandemic to Gender and Migration.

The aim of this dissertation is to seek an understanding of political social structure in a Canadian province though the study of social relations. The result is a better understanding of ties among Alberta politicians"-Quoted from the introduction. This is the first study of political networks in Alberta during the period of 1905-1992 using the methodology of network theory. A statistical analysis was performed using a compilation of a wide ...

This book is a collection of essays that were presented at the 2nd Annual Antarctic Institute of Canada Conference.

Human evolution is driven by the instability of climate (Handwerk, 2014). The Nature of the Future: Climate Change is a novel surrounding the importance of climate change and the need for immediate action. From the present day to prehistoric times, it is apparent that climate change has always had an impact on humans and our evolution. However, how much of an impact climate has on human evolution is still a topic that is being further explored...

When Kitty and her father, Arthur Conway, disappear under suspicious circumstances, it is up to their friends, Paul and Charles to uncover a sinister plot before it is too late. Can Kitty and her father survive long enough for their friends to find them? Can Paul and Charles save the Conways when they find themselves in the middle of the plot? Read The Girl Who Could Walk Through Walls to find out.

Chinese Translation Gandy the basset hound and Parker the Penguin are best friends. However, their friendship is in danger when they learn that Parker's home is to be replaced with a sea lion show! Together they hatch a plan to run away and hide at Gandy's house, only to discover that it might not be the best hideout for a penguin after all... Join them on their journey in this illustrated work by artist Agata Garbowska and writers Catherine ...

Thirty thousand to two hundred thousand years ago, Neanderthals roamed the land of much of Europe and Western Asia. First discovered in a German limestone quarry in 1856, this curious species was distinct from us, and yet also not so different. Similar to modern humans (Homo sapiens sapiens), the Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) used tools, made and wore jewelry, played musical instruments, painted in caves, and most likely developed a lan...

Gandy and Barney make their way to the Highland Games, where Scottish clans meet to eat, play games and perform! They meet a new friend named Marty, a bagpipe player who struggles with anxiety. Can Marty face his fears and play in front of a crowd of Scots?

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Carl Jung, a psychotherapist and psychiatrist who created the field of analytical psychology, is widely considered one of the most significant figures in the history of psychology. Jung's work advanced the science of psychology and has revolutionized our understanding of the psyche as a phenomenon detailing the framework and functions of the human psyche with respect to human behaviour. This book covers everything from our changing understandi...

Language is the key to communication and connection regardless of whether it is through digital platforms, body language, or simply face-to-face conversation. Therefore, it is no wonder that so many people seek out the opportunity to learn and teach others new languages, it allows us to connect with more people across the globe. Despite this, it was widely believed in scientific circles that bilingualism was a disadvantage-something that might...

The term "conspiracy theory" is becoming alarmingly prevalent in our current media landscape. But what does that actually mean? What are conspiracy theories and how do they burrow their way into our society and influence so many people, potentially even changing their fundamental beliefs and world views? These are the questions The Psychology of Conspiracy Theorists seeks to explore. In order to situate our reader, this discussion begins with ...

An in-depth look at video games. Their creation, their impact, how they can be addictive, and the controversies surrounding them.