Everything you wanted to know about neurotypicals, but didn’t know whom to ask…“Neurotypical” or “normie” isn’t a concept you’ll find in highbrow psychology or sociology, and that’s understandable … but also a damn shame. Because for something that doesn’t exist, they can be a real PITA. But why is that? Who are they, and what makes them tick? And how can we, neuroatypicals (Aspergers, people on the autism spectrum, ADHD, OCD, ...), learn to handle them better?With its poin...

A new version of the classic and widely used text adapted for the JavaScript programming language.Since the publication of its first edition in 1984 and its second edition in 1996, Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs (SICP) has influenced computer science curricula around the world. Widely adopted as a textbook, the book has its origins in a popular entry-level computer science course taught by Harold Abelson and Gerald Jay Sussman a...

General and special studies on Christian mysticism are numerous enough; but it is somewhat remarkable that, in their introductory pages, authors, who have much to say of Plotinus and Neoplatonism, have nothing or very little on the still more cognate subject of Jewish mysticism. This is not, however, so very surprising, for, truth to tell, there is a singular dearth of anything like an adequate introduction to the study of Jewish mysticism itself. The impression left with the general reade...

At forty years of age, Abel Abelson discovers that he is intellectually gifted. Suddenly his eternal “otherness” is no longer a flaw. It is being called an asset, a plus, a gift … But is it really?In the light of this discovery Abel revisits his past, unravels the present and reconstructs a future. Being intellectually gifted is just the tip of the iceberg. True meaning turns out to be hiding somewhere else, far beyond the “giftedness” concept.Open, direct and compelling - ...

First published in 1913, "Jewish Mysticism: An Introduction to the Kabbalah" is a succinct exploration that serves as an introduction to the general study of Jewish mysticism. This is a book that is accessible to the general reader, and offers a good background to anyone interested in the Kabbalah or Mysticism at any level.Dr. Joshua Abelson’s book is a concise classic on the salient features of Jewish mysticism and its impact on Jewish thought and worship. Based on researches of J...

The Essential Works of Kabbalah gathers foundational materials from Jewish mystical speculation alongside influential modern esoteric interpretations. Moving between scriptural exegesis, symbolic cosmology, meditations on the sefirot, angelic and divine names, and practical occult correspondences, the volume displays the striking range of Kabbalistic discourse. Its selections illuminate both the learned, text-centered traditions of Jewish mysticism and the later Western reception that reca...

Based on the researches of the best Jewish scholars, these works are all accessible to the general reader and give us a bird's-eye view of the salient features in Jewish culture. This premium edition contains writings by Israel Abrahams, reader Talmudic literature at the University of Cambridge, Arsène Darmesteter, distinguished philologist co-founder of the Société des Études Juives in France, and Joshua Abelson, principal of the Jewish theological preparatory school Aria College and mini...

“A bold, new voice.” —People“A nuanced addition to the #MeToo conversation.” —ViceA young survivor tells her searing, visceral story of sexual assault, justice, and healing in this gutwrenching memoir.The numbers are staggering: nearly one in five girls ages fourteen to seventeen have been the victim of a sexual assault or attempted sexual assault. This is the true story of one of those girls.

Joseph Abelson's "Jewish Mysticism" provides an overview of the mystical aspects of Judaism, focusing on the development and key concepts of Jewish mysticism throughout history. The book covers various mystical movements and teachings within Judaism, shedding light on the esoteric and spiritual dimensions of Jewish thought.The main topics covered in "Jewish Mysticism" include:Historical Overview: Abelson explores the historical development of Jewish mysticism from ancient times to the medi...

GENERAL and special studies on Christian mysticism are numerous enough; but it is somewhat remarkable that, in their introductory pages, authors, who have much to say of Plotinus and Neoplatonism, have nothing or very little on the still more cognate subject of Jewish mysticism. This is not, however, so very surprising, for, truth to tell, there is a singular dearth of anything like an adequate introduction to the study of Jewish mysticism itself. The impression left with the general reade...

Izzy feels blessed to inherit her grandmother's cottage. Moving from Devon to Sussex should be advantageous for her because her popular grandmother's friends could also be useful for her. As a freelance musician playing the piano in a hotel bar besides teaching, local contacts with goodwill should help her. Yet once her life mingles with her grandmother's remenants troublesome situations arise, arousing possible publicity, which might be useful to Izzy but appal the rest of her family, esp...

The Kabbalah - Collected Books is an enlightening anthology that traverses the mystical realms of the Kabbalah, weaving together a tapestry of esoteric exploration and spiritual insight. The collection highlights a range of literary styles, from poetic expression to scholarly prose, capturing the essence and complexity of Kabbalistic thought. The diversity of interpretations within this anthology serves as a testament to the rich and multifaceted nature of Kabbalistic literature, challengi...