“Eros and Pornography in Russian Culture” edited by Marcus Levitt and Andrei Toporkov

"Since glasnost and the political changes in Russia over the past few decades, strict censorship has been replaced with free speech, allowing pornographic literature to appear in public. Not only has contemporary pornography become a new freedom, past Russian erotic literature, hidden away for decades, has been revealed. This volume is part of the series “Russian Forbidden Literature”, shedding light on previously inaccessible material. This bi-lingual collection of articles addresses a broad spectrum of questions connected to the history and national character of erotica in Russian literature, folklore and art of the XVIII-XX centuries. It is based on papers given at the international Russian-American "Conference on Russian Pornography", held at the University of Southern California...>>

“The Secret Symbols of the Dollar Bill: A Closer Look at the Hidden Magic and Meaning of the Money You Use Every Day” by David Ovason

"Do you know the true meaning of a dollar? Few people do. Now an expert on arcane symbolism uncovers the fascinating secret meanings behind the design of the money we use every day. In The Secret Symbols of the Dollar Bill, David Ovason explores the visual complexity and magic behind the world's most influential currency. Lively and readable, this extraordinary book invites you to take a dollar bill in hand and set off on a visual adventure. You will discover dazzling explanations of its secret contents — from the symbols derived from the Great Seal to the extraordinary strands of numerology interwoven into its structure, to sur-prising hidden alignments. Once you discover the magic and mystery...>>

“Harnessing the Power of Signs & Symbols: Unlock the Secrets and Meanings of These Ancient Figures” by Kirsten Riddle

"Harness the power of these ancient signs and symbols to benefit your life. Many ancient signs and symbols surround us, but do we know what they mean and how can we use them? Kirsten Riddle helps you discover the origins behind ancient signs and symbols from all around the world. She gives practical tips and suggests simple charms that you can use to tap into their power and transform any aspect of your life, including relationships, career, health and finances. The symbols range from the famous Celtic Triquetra and Egyptian Ankh, to lesser known but equally powerful signs such as the Slavic Lunitsa and the Norse Jormungand. Use the opening quiz to help you...>>

“Birth Chart Interpretation Plain & Simple” by Andrea Taylor

"A Quick and Easy Guide to Reading Your Birth Chart Concise, beginner-friendly, and with nothing left undone, this practical book teaches you how to interpret a natal chart with ease. You might be intimidated by the complexity of your chart, but this book makes it simple―all you need is your date, time, and location of birth. Using a method perfected over many years of teaching and counseling, Andrea Taylor guides you through the signs, planets, houses, aspects, angles, nodes, and more. This modern book shows how your chart's components work together to create your unique self. Explore the elements, motivations, planetary conjunctions, and quadrants in your chart. Discover how your Saturn placement reveals your karmic destiny...>>

“Lost Soul, Wise Soul: How Challenging Past Lives Shape Our Future” by Karen Joy

"Explore Challenging Past Lives and How They Can Change Your Future Drawing on her most compelling client cases, Karen Joy shows you the natural arc of a soul's journey over many lifetimes, including violent or negative ones. She reveals how our souls begin, how we enter lives on earth, and how facing a diverse range of experiences teaches us to be wiser and happier. Over many lifetimes, most souls have played the dual roles of victim and perpetrator. The trauma of these past lives―especially those that harmed others―can burden your soul, causing your present self to struggle with negative experiences. Learn how challenges can lead you astray, how energy can be carried from one incarnation to...>>