Modern Bodies

In 1930, dancer and choreographer Martha Graham proclaimed the arrival of "dance as an art of and from America". Dancers such as Doris Humphrey, Ted Shawn, Katherine Dunham, and Helen Tamiris joined Graham in creating a new form of dance, and, like other modernists, they experimented with and argued over their aesthetic innovations, to which they assigned great meaning.Their innovations, however, went beyond aesthetics.

STOP CHASING. START ATTRACTING. Are you tired of endless dating advice that focuses on cheesy pickup lines and fake routines? Do you want to build a deep, authentic connection with a woman that goes beyond small talk? Introducing "How to Seduce a Woman Without Even Talking to Her," the definitive modern guide for the man who understands that true attraction is silent power. In the competitive world of dating and relationships, words are cheap. What women truly respond to is your Non-Verbal Game—your masculine energy, your unshakeable confidence, and your body language. This isn't just a ...

From Chuck Tingle, USA Today bestselling author of Bury Your Gays, comes Fabulous Bodies, a supernatural joyride where Drive meets Beetlejuice. “[Narrator Mara] Wilson creates the perfect flat affect for Poppy, keeping her voice so dry that it snaps. Whether Poppy is scrolling social media...

Course objectives: Discuss the practice of Mahamudra, or "the great revelation," as a modern path of awakening to the boundless freedom that is our fundamental nature, and as it is is revered in Tibetan Buddhism as the most direct route to seeing the world in all its transcendent beauty, power...

The New York Times bestselling author of Fat Chance explains the eight pathologies that underlie all chronic disease, documents how processed food has impacted them to ruin our health, economy, and environment over the past 50 years, and proposes an urgent manifesto and strategy to cure both us...

A comprehensive and judgement-free pregnancy companion: Nurture is the only all-in-one pregnancy and birthing book for modern mothers-to-be and their partners who want a more integrative approach. Author Erica Chidi Cohen has assisted countless births and helped hundreds of families ease into their new roles through her work as a doula. Nurture covers everything from the beginning months of pregnancy to the baby's first weeks.

Are you fed up with fad workouts that just don't work? Most people are, and they've chosen to get jacked & ripped quick, naturally through healthy eating, proper sleep, and great workouts. Find out what you're missing and why this is the secret you've been waiting your whole life for. The ladies will love you for it.

SEIZE YOUR MOMENT You are here for one reason. Because you are ready. Prepared. Willing to delve deeper and think clearer. Ready more than ever, to learn the time-tested, all-powerful, evidence-based forces of mankind's most effective communication: Advanced Body Language Did you know that body language and nonverbal communication are the most powerful forms of communication known today? That transmitting the unsaid can literally change the neurochemical, electro-chemical properties of your environment, body and brain? That body language is an all-encompassing approach to success in life, ...

★★★★★ "This is so easy!!" - K. Givler ★★★★★ "Crazy effective!" - E. Sizmarick ___________ My friends and other moms asked me "How did you lose weight??" I will happily share my secret in this book. This is the easiest way to lose weight without exercise, perfect for busy people. Finally, a Diet That Can Work Even With Your Busy Lifestyle - A Brand New Intermittent Fasting Method Perfect for People That Want Fast Results With Half the Effort! Do you want to try intermittent fasting but aren’t sure which method to try? Or maybe you’ve already tried them all, but they ...

The Ultimate Modern Classics Collection: Volume One is the first instalment in our classics collection focusing on the most important and iconic novels, stories, and poems of the 20th century. Featuring 22 essential modern classics from Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Herman Hesse, Agatha Christie, Virigna Woolf, and many more, and read by a cast of incredible narrators including David Rintoul, Robert G. Slade, Karen Cass, Nathan Osgood, amongst others, this is an essential addition to your library.

Yoga is so prevalent in the modern world - practiced by pop stars, taught in schools, and offered in yoga centers, health clubs, and even shopping malls - that we take its presence, and its meaning, for granted. But how did the current yoga boom happen? And is it really rooted in ancient Indian practices, as many of its adherents claim? In this groundbreaking book, Mark Singleton calls into question many commonly held beliefs about the nature and origins of postural yoga (asana) and suggests a radically new way of understanding the meaning of yoga as it is practiced by millions today.

Martial Science and the Myth of Superhuman Skill A Modern Breakdown of Ancient Tricks, Sensory Manipulation, and True Body Mechanics by Sky Benson Is there really such a thing as a no-touch knockout? Can Chi energy move people without contact? Are pressure point knockouts actually real? The legends of martial arts are filled with mystique—but this book reveals the truth behind the myth. In Martial Science and the Myth of Superhuman Skill, master instructor and biomechanics expert Sky Benson unpacks the world’s most mysterious martial feats and explains them using real science: physics, ...

You are just 10% human. For every one of the cells that make up the vessel that you call your body, there are nine impostor cells hitching a ride. You are not just flesh and blood, muscle and bone, brain and skin, but also bacteria and fungi. Over your lifetime, you will carry the equivalent weight of five African elephants in microbes. You are not an individual but a colony. Until recently, we had thought our microbes hardly mattered, but science is revealing a different story, one in which microbes run our bodies and becoming a healthy human is impossible without them.

What if one of the smallest glands in your brain could help you explore some of the biggest questions about sleep, consciousness, intuition, and inner awareness? The Pineal Gland takes you on a fascinating journey through science, symbolism, and spiritual practice. From melatonin and circadian rhythms to the ancient idea of the third eye, this book explores why the pineal gland has captured the attention of philosophers, mystics, meditators, and modern seekers for centuries. This is not a book of empty promises or quick-fix formulas. It is a clear and accessible guide for readers who want ...

For more than five decades, Daniel Goleman has explored the fascinating world of human consciousness. His journey has taken him from encounters with spiritual teachers to the ancient Buddhist traditions that have shaped modern understandings of mindfulness. But mindfulness, Goleman argues, is...

Embrace the Art of Holistic Homesteading – Wherever You Are Are you yearning for a more self-sufficient, connected lifestyle but feel limited by your urban space? Do you want to grow your own herbs, preserve your harvest, or integrate mindful practices but don't know where to begin? If these thoughts resonate with you, you're not alone. Holistic Homesteading offers 52 weekend-friendly projects designed to bring sustainability, wellness, and simplicity into your everyday life—whether you're in the city or the countryside. From small gardens to herbal remedies, each project is achievable,...

From the author of Julie Tudor is Not a Psychopath ("wickedly funny and darkly compelling") comes a twisted new thriller about a marriage built on lies—and a body that won’t stay buried. Daisy Dixon is desperate to escape her controlling husband and crumbling estate. But the night before she...

Ayurveda Explained: Ancient Wisdom, Doshas, Daily Practices, and Holistic Healing for Modern Life is a clear, practical guide to understanding and applying one of the world’s oldest holistic health systems in a modern, accessible way. Designed for beginners, this book introduces Ayurveda not as an abstract philosophy or rigid lifestyle system, but as a flexible framework for cultivating balance, vitality, and self awareness through everyday choices. This book explores the philosophical foundations of Ayurveda, including the five elements, the three doshas, and the concepts of prakriti and...

The Geometry of God: Understanding the Revolutionary Philosophy of Baruch Spinoza is a compelling exploration of one of history’s most daring and misunderstood thinkers. Baruch Spinoza, the exiled philosopher of Amsterdam, redefined the very nature of God, freedom, and human existence. His vision of a universe governed by reason, necessity, and divine unity would influence the Enlightenment, shape modern science, and continue to inspire seekers of truth centuries later. In clear and engaging language, The Geometry of God guides readers through Spinoza’s life, ideas, and enduring legacy....

Discover the Ancient Science of Health, Vitality, and Happiness The most enduring science of healing is founded on the principle of achieving balance between our body, mind, spirit, and environment. This science is called Ayurveda—a comprehensive approach to health and wellness that has been...