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A Family’s Tragic Battle with Napoleon - Gareth Glover

Captain John Grant Fraser of the Royal Artillery had succeeded to the titles of Ballindoun and Kinneries via the unexpected death of his elder brother James Fraser on 1 May 1791. John Grant died in 1798 and the title passed to his eldest son Baillie Fraser, their uncle Hugh acting as guardian until his coming of age. James Baillie Fraser joined the Army and rose to the rank of lieutenant in the 7th Fusiliers, serving in the Peninsular war. His younger brother Alexander John Fraser also joined the Army serving in the peninsula, becoming a lieutenant in the 52nd Foot. Both wrote home regularly to their sister Ann and gave fascinating details of life at war, but tragically James was killed at the Battle of Sorauren on 28 July 1813 and his brother Alexander was severely wounded and died at Bera on 20 October the same year. Within six months the war had ripped the heart out of the family. The estates passed to Ann, who tragically died on 16 December 1816, the whole then passing to their uncle Hugh. He sold the estates and the family ties to Ballindoun and Kinneries were broken for ever – effectively destroyed by ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A Scot at War with Wellington - Gareth Glover

For such a famous regiment as the 42nd Regiment of Foot (The Black Watch), the number of published memoirs is surprisingly low. The discovery of the three hand-written journals in the collection of the National Library of Scotland covering the period from August 1808, when the regiment left Gibraltar for Lisbon until the end of 1813, are therefore of significant importance in our understanding of the actions of this regiment during the Peninsular War. James Stirling became an Ensign by purchase in the 42nd Foot on 14 August 1805 at the age of thirteen, vice Ensign Thomas Munro. He then rose to the rank of Lieutenant without purchase on 27 August 1807. Stirling served in the Peninsula with 42nd Foot from September 1808 to January 1809, then at Walcheren and again in the Peninsula from May 1812 to August 1813 (from October 1812 as Aide de Camp to his father Major General James Stirling). On his father's retirement from active service, he joined the Portuguese Army from 9 November 1813 as a Brevet Captain in the 11th Line Regiment, remaining with them until 13 October 1814. He then became a Captain in the 42nd by purchase on 11 May 1815. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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At War With Wellington - Robert Burnham, Gareth Glover

The Napier family are famous for their military exploits in the Peninsular War. Charles served in the 50th and 102nd Foot, George in the 52nd and 71st Foot and William (the famous historian of the Peninsular War) who served with the 43rd Foot. Two or three of them were always serving in the Peninsula at any given time and all suffered a number of severe wounds. William has a basic biography written of him and his famous _History of the Peninsular War_Â is littered with his personal and professional prejudices; Charles wrote a form of autobiography, mostly dealing with his later India campaigns; and virtually nothing has been written on poor George, despite the fact that he commanded the storming party at Ciudad Rodrigo, where he was severely wounded. However, much of this writing emanates from decades after they fought, when memories and changing political attitudes had clearly affected their writing. _At War With Wellington_ focuses on their private letters penned immediately from the front, without that dreaded hindsight. They are packed with detail of the horrors of battle and siege warfare, but also show life in the Army, the close bond between the three brothers while serving close to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Two Battles of Copenhagen 1801 and 1807 - Gareth Glover

Graphic account of the two major battles fought at Copenhagen during the Napoleonic Wars. Confirms Gareth Glovers reputation for pioneering work on the less-well-known aspects of the Napoleonic Wars.

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Waterloo in 100 Objects - Gareth Glover

Explore the legacy of one of the greatest battles in military history – the Battle of Waterloo – through this finely crafted collection of objects, each telling their own story of the day.Bullet-pierced armour and dramatic battledress bring you closer to the heart of the action, and the tragedy of the death toll is made ever more poignant by the personal mementoes left behind.From the grim reality of the teeth of the dead turned into dentures to the romance of Napoleon’s steeds, swash-buckling swords and ballgowns, each object offers new insight into the incredible events that unfolded on 18 June 1815.This is a fascinating journey through 100 objects, from the rare to the memorable, in a unique testimony to the importance of the Battle of Waterloo, 200 years on.

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Feeding Wellington's Army from Burgos to Waterloo - Gareth Glover

Transcribed for the first time from Commissary General Tupper Carey's handwritten journals, this is the second of two volumes which cover the lively career of a Commissary who served throughout the Peninsular war and Waterloo campaign. Written with vivid detail, these journals offer a truly unique window into the life of a Commissary and the campaigns in which he served. Although a civilian and greatly discouraged from putting himself in mortal danger, Tupper was often to be found watching the fighting from some nearby vantage point and often describes the actions he witnessed, particularly where it affected his own charge, whether a battalion, a brigade or even later an entire division. Interspersed with these primary roles, he was often seconded to form supply bases in the rear of the army, or to hastily remove or destroy stores when threatened by enemy advances. He also talks freely about fellow officers, and being a private journal written simply for the eyes of his immediate family, he is not shy in giving his honest opinions of both his subordinates or indeed his superiors. This volume covers the period from the launch of Wellington’s great advance into Spain in 1813 until the end of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Nelson's Navy in 100 Objects - Gareth Glover

The Royal Navy of Nelson''s time was such a huge organization, that it is sometimes hard to comprehend its full scope. Indeed, during the Napoleonic Wars it was by far the largest employer in the entire world. The Royal Navy was often Britain''s last line of defense and many of its most successful officers became superstars, although none eclipsed Admiral Lord Nelson, who became the personification of the navy. The whole country reveled in their successes and ''Jolly Jack Tar'' became a source of national pride and a huge number of naval terms were taken into normal life and many are often still used to this very day. Nelson''s Navy in 100 Objects investigates all aspects of this incredible organization and the lives of the men who served within it, including Nelson himself, using historical artifacts and naval terms that are now part of everyday language to illustrate them.

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Never Work with Animals - Gareth Steel

Imagine going from neurologist to dermatologist, orthopaedic surgeon to obstetrician, assassin to saviour – all in one day. Welcome to the extraordinary world of veterinary medicine…In Never Work with Animals, vet Gareth Steel shares the moments of humour, horror and heroism across his 20-year career caring for creatures great and small, from bulls to stick insects.Thought-provoking, heartwarming and often laugh-out-loud funny, this unforgettable memoir reveals what life is really like for our vets.

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Fighting with Napoleon's Light Infantry - Neil Sanghvi

Captain Vincent Bertrand was a French light infantry soldier who survived the key campaigns of Napoleon. Called to arms through conscription, he was directed from his hometown of Nîmes to the depot of the 7ème Régiment Léger (7th Light Infantry Regiment), in Huningue, where he arrived on 16th November, 1805\. He did not leave this regiment composed almost exclusively of sons of the department of Gard, until 1815. His recollections focus on his loves, adventures and mishaps, as well as the pride of being part of an elite unit. It was this pride that kept him with his regiment and his musket operational during the retreat from Moscow in 1812, unlike his fellow soldiers. He tells of the discipline and organisation of the few soldiers still able to pull their triggers and thrust their bayonets, amidst the frostbite and chaos of those who had become stragglers or marauders. Bertrand's unfailing bravery and composure are evident throughout his memoirs, demonstrating character, discipline and patience, as well as dedication to his regiment and its values and standards. The non-combatants he saved, the esteem he earned from his comrades in battle, and the comfort he gave to a fellow convalescent on the brink ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Fields of Death (Wellington and Napoleon 4) - Simon Scarrow

THE FIELDS OF DEATH is the epic final novel in Simon Scarrow''s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. Essential reading for fans of Bernard Cornwell.1809. Viscount Wellington and Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte have made their mark as military commanders. Lifelong enemies, they both believe their armies are strong enough to destroy any rival. But in war victory can never be certain.While Wellington''s success continues in Spain, Napoleon feels the sting of failure. Yet despite a disastrous Russian campaign and humiliating defeat at Leipzig, he persists in fighting on.With Napoleon''s power waning, the newly titled Duke of Wellington is perfectly placed to crush the tyrant. But his enemy refuses to surrender, and so the two giants must face a final reckoning on the bloody battlefield of Waterloo...

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The Shape of Battle - Allan Mallinson

One of our most distinguished military historians tells the story of six defining battles . . .Every battle is different. Each takes place in a different context - the war, the campaign, the weapons. However, battles across the centuries, whether fought with sticks and stones or advanced technology, have much in common. Fighting is, after all, an intensely human affair; human nature doesn''t change. So why were battles fought as they were? What gave them their shape? Why did they go as they did: victory for one side, defeat for the other? In exploring six significant feats of arms - the war and campaign in which they each occurred, and the factors that determined their precise form and course - The Shape of Battle answers these fundamental questions about the waging of war.Hastings (1066) - everyone knows the date, but not, perhaps, the remarkable strategic background.Towton (1461) - the bloodiest battle to be fought on English soil. Waterloo (1815) - more written about in English than any other but rarely in its true context as the culminating battle in the longest war in ''modern'' times.D-Day (1944) - a battle within a larger operation (''Overlord''), and the longest-planned and most complex ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Royal Film Performance - Robert Sellers, Gareth Owen

For nearly eight decades, the Royal family has been gracing the red carpet to see the most eagerly anticipated film of the year. Since 1946, the Royal Film Performance has been an annual highlight of the entertainment social calendar, where cinema’s most famous icons have come face to face with royalty.With authors Gareth Owen and Robert Sellers, dive into the glitz, glamour and regal encounters of each Royal Film Performance, the memorable moments and the fascinating stories. From Marilyn Monroe’s nervous encounter with Queen Elizabeth II to the cheeky remarks of Jayne Mansfield, witness the intersection of cinema’s luminaries and royalty.As the curtain rises on this cinematic celebration, The Royal Film Performance: A Celebration pays homage to the stars, the royals and the unsung heroes of the industry, sure to delight fans of the royal family and cinema aficionados alike.

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Battle Cubes Spiderman - Gwen vs Green Goblin

Battle Cubes Spiderman představuje herní set se dvěma kostkami s postavami Gwen a Green Goblin. Hra funguje na principu Kámen, nůžky, papír s odnímatelným obličejem hrdiny. Produkt je vhodný pro děti od 5 let a je balen v blistru.

  • Stylizované kostky s oblíbenými Marvel hrdiny
  • Jednoduchý herní mechanismus založený na Kámen, nůžky, papír
  • Odnímatelný obličej hrdiny odhalující herní volbu
  • Vhodné pro děti již od 5 let

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SuperThing Figurka Mutant Battle 10 ks

Sada SuperThings Mutant Battle obsahuje 10 sběratelských figurek z prostředí Kaboom City, včetně jedné zlaté a tří figurek měnících barvu podle teploty. Balení je očíslované, což zajišťuje, že neobdržíte duplicitní zlaté figurky. Sada je určena pro děti od 5 let a umožňuje vytváření týmů a soubojových scénářů.

  • Obsahuje 1 vzácnou zlatou figurku
  • 3 speciální postavičky měnící barvu podle teploty
  • Očíslované balení zaručuje žádné duplicity
  • Vhodné pro děti od 5 let

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POKEMON BATTLE WITH THE ULTRA BEAST: A GRAPHIC NOVEL - Pokemon

Fans of Pokémon won''t want to miss this cool graphic novel with 2 new stories!This 128-page, full-colour graphic novel includes two stories jam-packed with adventure and Pokémon battles.First, Ash is determined to help his friend''s mum who has been taken by a mysterious Ultra Beast through an Ultra Wormhole! But when he finally reaches her, only a Z-move can get her back. Is Ash up for the challenge? Then, Ash takes on his first assignment as an Ultra Guardian on an action-packed Ultra mission!With tons of art on every page from the animated show airing on Disney XD, this comic book is the perfect new format for Pokémon fans.

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Albert Speer: His Battle With Truth - Gitta Sereny

Gitta Sereny reveals how Albert Speer came to terms with his own acts and failures to act, his progress from moral extinction to moral self-education and the question of his real culpability in the Nazi crimes.

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Pokémon TCG: Miraidon ex League Battle Deck

Pokémon TCG: Miraidon ex League Battle Deck je hotový turnajový balíček pro zkušené hráče obsahující 60 karet včetně mocného Miraidon ex. Balíček je legální pro formát Standard 2023 a obsahuje kompletní příslušenství pro hru. Součástí je kód do Pokémon TCG Live, krabička na karty a anglický návod.

  • Hotový turnajový balíček připravený k okamžitému hraní
  • Legální pro formát Standard 2023 včetně kódu do Pokémon TCG Live
  • Obsahuje mocného Pokémona Miraidon ex a silné karty Regieleki
  • Přiložené příslušenství: kostky, žetony a krabička na balíček

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Rising with Hope - Mark Chironna

Even when the darkness seems complete, the light of hope is closer than you think.Sharing the lessons he learned during his own battle with anxiety and depression, Mark Chironna empowers you to move from your dark depths into the shining heart of hope. Weaving the best of theology and Christ-centered psychology with practical help, Scripture, and encouragement, this 30-day devotional will help you· navigate the darkness with courage· cultivate hope-filled daily habits· pray with honesty and expectancy· implement life-giving spiritual practices· look to the future with anticipationIt''s easy to lose hope when the darkness never seems to lift or the mental and spiritual battles rage on with no end in sight. Yet you are never lost. You can--and will--rise with hope again.

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Dances with Wolves: The American Frontier Epic including The Holy Road - Blake Michael

2025 is the 35th anniversary of multi-Academy Award-winning movie DANCES WITH WOLVES, a true American epic directed by and starring Kevin Costner. Read the breathtaking original novel that inspired it!1863. The last occupant of Fort Sedgewick, Lieutenant John Dunbar watches over the American frontier. A thousand miles back east, his comrades are locked in battle with the Confederates, but out here he is alone. His desolate posting will bring him into contact with the lords of the southern plains – the Comanche. He has no knowledge of their customs but Dunbar is intrigued by these people and begins a transformation from which he emerges a different man. A man called Dances With Wolves. The story continues, 11 years later in The Holy Road. Times are hard for the Comanche. The white man is closing in from all directions, claiming land, driving the tribes on to reservations. Should the Comanche fight or make peace? Misunderstanding and duplicity lead to raids and atrocities on both sides that can have only one conclusion. The man that was John Dunbar must go to war again.The epic novel that inspired an Academy Award-winning movie, Dances With Wolves, and its sequel, The Holy Road, are presented ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Click with Friends 3: Angličtina pro 5. ročník základní školy (978-80-7489-770-2)

Učebnice Click with Friends 3 je určena pro výuku angličtiny v 5. ročníku základní školy. Jedná se o přepracované vydání původní učebnice Start with Click, které plně odpovídá požadavkům RVP ZV. Materiál je koncipován pro děti, které začínají s angličtinou od 3. třídy.

  • Zcela přepracované a aktualizované vydání osvědčené učebnice
  • Přesně odpovídá požadavkům Rámcového vzdělávacího programu pro základní vzdělávání
  • Určeno speciálně pro děti, které začínají s angličtinou od 3. třídy
  • Systematicky rozvíjí klíčové kompetence a jazykové dovednosti

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Kelsey Parker: With And Without You - Kelsey Parker

This is Kelsey Parker's deeply personal story of the year since her husband Tom Parker's tragic passing. With And Without You is not only a story of coping with unimaginable grief, but how your love for someone you've lost can be turned into something positive and bring hope into your life as you carry on your journey without them.

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Kelsey Parker: With And Without You - Kelsey Parker

This is Kelsey Parker's deeply personal story of the year since her husband Tom Parker's tragic passing. With And Without You is not only a story of coping with unimaginable grief, but how your love for someone you've lost can be turned into something positive and bring hope into your life as you carry on your journey without them.

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With Neighbors Like This - Tracy Goodwin

A hopeful single mom moves to the Houston suburbs to start anew, only to find a new adversary in the HOA.Amelia Marsh relocates with her two young kids to a northern suburb of Houston after a brutal divorce. All she wants is a bit of normalcy for her children. The last thing she needs is to be the center of a disagreement with the HOA representative. Believe it or not, her children''s garden gnome is accused of violating the association''s rules. No way is Amelia backing down on this one. Gnomegate? Really? HOA President Kyle Sanders would be a good friend—or even something more—if Amelia wasn''t gearing up for battle with the HOA in her determination to make her house a home and her neighborhood a community…"An excellent read and a surefire hit for those looking to beat the heat this summer." —Library Journal

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The Battle of Munda (45 BC) - Gareth C Sampson

After four years of fighting and two major victories, Julius Caesar had the upper hand in the Third Roman Civil War and had control of Rome itself. Yet despite this success, his surviving opponents still fought on, with the two sons of Pompeius Magnus taking command of the war against Caesar, along with Titus Labienus, previously one of Caesars’ own trusted subordinates. This opposition made another stand at Munda in Spain, which proved to be the final battle of Caesar’s career, and the closest he came to defeat. Gareth Sampson describes the campaigns that set the context for the battle and analyses in detail the opposing commanders and their forces, their relative strengths and weaknesses, organization, equipment, and tactics. The battle itself is recounted in detail through its various phases before considering the aftermath of the victory which saw Caesar’s victory unravel almost immediately, leading to his downfall on the Ides of March.

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Israelis and Palestinians - Jonathan Glover

Can Israelis and Palestinians end their long conflict? The shocking violence of current events undermines hope, as does the long history of peace deals sabotaged by extremists on both sides. In this compelling and timely book, the eminent moral philosopher Jonathan Glover argues that one vital step towards progress is to better understand the disturbing psychology of the cycle of violence. Glover explores the psychological flaws that entrap both sides: the urge to respond to wounds or humiliation with backlash; political or religious beliefs held with a rigidity that excludes compromise; and people's identity being shaped by the conflict in ways that make it harder to imagine or even desire alternatives. Drawing on the history of comparable conflicts that eased over time, Glover proposes some ways to gradually weaken the grip of this psychology. Completed as casualties mounted in the latest political and humanitarian crisis, Israelis and Palestinians is essential reading for anyone concerned by the ongoing violence in the Middle East. Also available as an audiobook.

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The Campaigns of Napoleon - David G. Chandler

In this “engrossing,” (The New Yorker) vivid, and intensively researched volume, esteemed Napoleon scholar David Chandler outlines the military strategy that led the famous French emperor to his greatest victories—and to his ultimate downfall.Napoleonic war was nothing if not complex—an ever-shifting kaleidoscope of moves and intentions, which by themselves went a long way towards baffling and dazing his conventionally minded opponents into that state of disconcerting moral disequilibrium which so often resulted in their catastrophic defeat. The Campaigns of Napoleon is a masterful analysis and insightful critique of Napoleon''s art of war as he himself developed and perfected it in the major military campaigns of his career. Napoleon disavowed any suggestion that he worked from formula (“Je n''ai jamais eu un plan d''opérations”), but military historian David Chandler demonstrates this was at best only a half-truth. To be sure, every operation Napoleon conducted contained unique improvisatory features. But there were from the first to the last certain basic principles of strategic maneuver and battlefield planning that he almost invariably put into practice. To clarify these underlying methods, as well as the style of Napoleon''s fabulous intellect, Chandler examines in detail each campaign mounted and personally conducted by Napoleon, analyzing the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Why Should Anyone Be Led by You? With a New Preface by the Authors - Rob Goffee, Gareth Jones

Are you an authentic leader? Too many companies are managed not by leaders but by mere role players and faceless bureaucrats. What would it take to replace these empty suits with real leaders--men and women who are confident in who they are and what they stand for and who truly inspire people to achieve extraordinary results? Rob Goffee and Gareth Jones argue that leaders don''t become great by aspiring to a list of universal character traits. Rather, effective leaders are authentic: they deploy individual strengths to engage followers'' hearts, minds, and souls. Authentic leaders are skillful at consistently being themselves, even as they alter their behavior to respond effectively to changing contexts. In short, the authors present a powerful case: that it takes "being yourself, in context, with skill" to be a successful, authentic leader--and they show you how to do exactly that. In this lively and practical book, Goffee and Jones draw from extensive research to reveal how to hone and deploy your unique leadership assets while managing the inherent tensions at the heart of successful leadership: when to show emotion and when to withhold it, how to get close to followers while maintaining an appropriate role distance, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Napoleon Hill's Secret - Don Green

“What the mind can conceive and believe, the mind can achieve.” —Napoleon HillA user''s guide to applying Napoleon Hill''s success principles! In this breakthrough new book, the world''s foremost expert on Napoleon Hill, Don M. Green, distills the essence of Hill’s world-famous success principles:NAPOLEON HILL''S SECRET. In a word, that secret is “Action.” According to Don Green, who is also the Executive Director of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, if you can master this concept, you truly can achieve the success in your life that you envision. NAPOLEON HILL''S SECRET will teach you how. For Napoleon Hill, it all starts with a Positive Mental Attitude (PMA), and Don Green provides you with the tools that will help you develop and maintain this confident state of mind. The book is filled with: Exercises Practical tips for putting Hill’s concepts into action Motivational truths that will help you stay on track as you strive for reaching your goals, whatever they may beCovering important topics such as: Surviving disappointments Taking risks Thinking like a bossCreating harmony NAPOLEON HILL''S SECRET will lead you to discover what you define as success, develop a plan for creating that success, and then follow through on your plan. And ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Tulení žena / Slaměná židle / Podruhyně - Sue Glover

Vůbec poprvé má česká divadelní obec možnost poznat dílo Sue Glover, která dnes bez nadsázky patří mezi žijící klasiky skotského dramatu. Tři hry obsažené v tomto souboru představují tři různé pohledy na ženu, vztah muže a ženy a různé obrazy postavení ženy ve společnosti. Ač ve všech případech hry sahají k námětům specificky skotským, Sue Glover v těchto námětech svou autorskou metodou otevírá témata, která mohou rezonovat i v českém divadelním světě. Svazek také obsahuje část vůbec první monografické studie Ksenije Horvath o dramatičce a souvislostech jejího díla.

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Napoleon the Great - Andrew Roberts

''A Napoleonic triumph of a book, irresistibly galloping with the momentum of a cavalry charge'' Simon Sebag Montefiore''Simply dynamite'' Bernard CornwellFrom Andrew Roberts, author of the bestsellers The Storm of War and Churchill: Walking with Destiny, this is the definitive modern biography of Napoleon.Napoleon Bonaparte lived one of the most extraordinary of all human lives. In the space of just twenty years, from October 1795 when as a young artillery captain he cleared the streets of Paris of insurrectionists, to his final defeat at the (horribly mismanaged) battle of Waterloo in June 1815, Napoleon transformed France and Europe. After seizing power in a coup d''état he ended the corruption and incompetence into which the Revolution had descended. In a series of dazzling battles he reinvented the art of warfare; in peace, he completely remade the laws of France, modernised her systems of education and administration, and presided over a flourishing of the beautiful ''Empire style'' in the arts. The impossibility of defeating his most persistent enemy, Great Britain, led him to make draining and ultimately fatal expeditions into Spain and Russia, where half a million Frenchmen died and his Empire began to unravel.More than any other modern biographer, Andrew Roberts ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Striving for Justice - Nat Glover

On a sweltering day in August 1960, in the segregated Deep South city of Jacksonville, Florida, a seventeen-year-old Black boy finished his dishwashing job at Morrison''s Cafeteria, walked out the back door, and found himself in the middle of a nightmare. Hundreds of white men with ax handles and baseball bats were attacking Black sit-in protestors in Hemming Park. Suddenly surrounded, the young man endured menacing blows and racist taunts. He called for help from a white police officer standing nearby, but no help came. And he felt an unwarranted shame he determined never to feel again. His name was Nat Glover. Nat''s life could have ended that day, but instead, the ordeal reinforced his plans to become a police officer. His belief in a better world could have faded to cynicism, but instead, it took root in his spirit. His desire to overcome the poverty and racism of his youth could have given in to shame, but instead, Nat resolved to dedicate his life to honoring the dignity of all people. Nat Glover went on to serve in law enforcement for thirty-seven years, became the first Black sheriff in Jacksonville, Florida, and the first Black sheriff in the state ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Napoleon and His Court - C.S. Forester

The biography "Napoleon and His Court" by C.S. Forester provides a thorough account of the life of Napoleon Bonaparte and the individuals who made up his court when he was Emperor of France. Napoleon's character and rise to power are vividly portrayed by Forester, beginning with his humble Corsican upbringing and ending with his accession to the French throne. The book also examines Napoleon's many military and political tactics for enhancing his power and enlarging his realm. The book also discusses Napoleon's intimate friends, family, and advisers in addition to other courtiers. Forester offers an insight into the intricate political and social dynamics that reigned at the court by spotlighting the power struggles, rivalries, and intrigues that occurred there. Anyone interested in history, politics, or military strategy should read "Napoleon and His Court" for a thorough examination of one of history's most notable figures and the society he lived in.

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Handel in London - Jane Glover

''How refreshing, to read a book about music written for a music lover and not a musicologist. In clear, lucid, entertaining prose, Jane Glover makes those of us who lack musical literacy better understand and appreciate Handel’s divinity.'' - Donna Leon, author of Handel''s Bestiary and the Inspector Brunetti mysteries.Handel in London tells the story of a young German composer who in 1712, followed his princely master to London and would remain there for the rest of his life. That master would become King George II and the composer was George Frideric Handel.Handel, then still only twenty-seven and largely self-taught, would be at the heart of musical activity in London for the next four decades, composing masterpiece after masterpiece, whether the glorious coronation anthem, Zadok the Priest, operas such as Giulio Cesare, Rinaldo and Alcina or the great oratorios, culminating, of course, in Messiah. Here, Jane Glover, who has conducted Handel’s work in opera houses and concert halls throughout the world, draws on her profound understanding of music and musicians to tell Handel’s story. It is a story of music-making and musicianship, of practices and practicalities, but also of courts and cabals, of theatrical rivalries and of eighteenth-century society. It ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Handel in London - Jane Glover

'How refreshing, to read a book about music written for a music lover and not a musicologist. In clear, lucid, entertaining prose, Jane Glover makes those of us who lack musical literacy better understand and appreciate Handel’s divinity' – Donna Leon, author of Handel's Bestiary and the Inspector Brunetti mysteriesHandel in London is the profound exploration of the life and legacy of the self-taught musical prodigy, George Frideric Handel. From his modest beginnings in Germany to his meteoric rise in the heart of Georgian London, Handel's life was as melodious as his compositions.Handel, only twenty-seven, would travel to London and be at the heart of musical activity in the city for the next four decades, composing masterpiece after masterpiece, including the glorious coronation anthem, Zadok the Priest, operas such as Giulio Cesare, Rinaldo and Alcina or the great oratorios, culminating, of course, in Messiah.Jane Glover, who has conducted Handel's work in opera houses and concert halls across the globe, draws on her profound understanding of music and musicians to tell Handel’s story. It is a story of music-making and musicianship, of practices and practicalities, but also of courts and cabals, of theatrical rivalries and eighteenth-century society. It is also the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Napoleon and Wellington - Andrew Roberts

A dual biography of the greatest opposing generals of their age who ultimately became fixated on one another, by a bestselling historian.''Thoroughly enjoyable, beautifully written and meticulously researched'' ObserverOn the morning of the battle of Waterloo, the Emperor Napoleon declared that the Duke of Wellington was a bad general, the British were bad soldiers and that France could not fail to win an easy victory. Forever afterwards historians have accused him of gross overconfidence, and massively underestimating the calibre of the British commander opposed to him. Andrew Roberts presents an original, highly revisionist view of the relationship between the two greatest captains of their age. Napoleon, who was born in the same year as Wellington - 1769 - fought Wellington by proxy years earlier in the Peninsula War, praising his ruthlessness in private while publicly deriding him as a mere ''sepoy general''. In contrast, Wellington publicly lauded Napoleon, saying that his presence on a battlefield was worth forty thousand men, but privately wrote long memoranda lambasting Napoleon''s campaigning techniques. Although Wellington saved Napoleon from execution after Waterloo, Napoleon left money in his will to the man who had tried to assassinate Wellington. Wellington in turn amassed a series of Napoleonic ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Anything is Possible - Gareth Southgate

THE INSPIRATIONAL BESTSELLER from the manager who transformed English football ''Fantastic ... I''ve told my son Noah, aged 11, you have to read this ... I can''t tell you how much I loved it because it talks about confidence, and I struggled with confidence'' CHRIS EVANS''I loved this - full of wonderful advice I can''t wait to share with my children.'' HOLLY WILLOUGHBY''Never puts a word wrong. Isn''t Gareth Southgate simply the most inspiring leader in England?'' KRISHNAN GURU-MURTHY''Gareth Southgate sticks out a mile in public life because he is thoughtful, intelligent, generous, courageous and humane.'' SATHNAM SANGHERAEngland manager Gareth Southgate has spent his career inspiring young people to think positively and reach their best, from the England men''s and Under-21 team to his work with the Prince''s Trust.____________________YOU have the potential to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE.In this hugely positive and helpful book for readers aged 12 and up, Gareth gives YOU the tools to be confident, resilient and to overcome your own challenges for your exciting journey ahead, wherever it takes you.BE BRAVEBravery is not just the kind of heroic act that earns a medal. It''s the quality we need to step out of our comfort zones and take on ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Gareth B. Matthews, The Child's Philosopher

Winner of the 2022 Book Award of the Philosophy of Education Society of Australasia, Gareth B. Matthews, The Child''s Philosopher brings together groundbreaking essays by renowned American philosopher Gareth B. Matthews in three fields he helped to initiate: philosophy in children’s literature, philosophy for children, and philosophy of childhood. In addition, contemporary scholars critically assess Matthews’ pioneering efforts and his legacy. Gareth B. Matthews (1929-2011) was a specialist in ancient and medieval philosophy who had conversations with young children, discovering that they delight in philosophical puzzlement and that their philosophical thinking often enriched his own understanding. Those conversations became the impetus for a substantial component of Matthews’ scholarship, from which this book features essays spanning the length of his career. Contemporary contributors to the book critically evaluate Matthews’ scholarship, showing where he broke new ground and identifying developments and debates in the fields he helped to initiate. They take up pressing challenges, including biased idealizations of childhood in children’s literature; the tensions between teaching philosophy to, and doing philosophy with young people; the merits of theorizing childhood without theorizing children; and how professional philosophy at once desires and resists a return to childhood.This second volume in the Philosophy for Children Founders series is an important resource for philosophers, educators, and anyone interested in children’s philosophical thinking, developmental psychology, what it means to philosophize with children, the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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MeisterSinger Edition Napoleon ED-NAPOLEON

Napoleon Bonaparte zůstává jednou z nejvlivnějších osobností Francie. Symbolizuje ambice, odhodlání a vůli formovat historii. Nyní MesisterSinger přichází se sběratelskou edicí, omezenou na pouhých 50 kusů, která kombinuje eleganci, řemeslnou zručnost a historickou symboliku. Hodinky MeisterSinger Edition Napoleon ED-NAPOLEON mají ocelové pouzdro o průměru 40 mm, které je opatřeno zlatou PVD povrchovou úpravou. V něm je usazen zelený číselník jehož povrchová struktura a sunburst efekt dodávají hodinkám…

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Napoleon Dynamit - DVD (P00029)

Film na DVD - Napoleon Dynamit je novým druhem hrdiny, na hlavě nepropustné kudrliny, na nohou roztomilé sněhule a v sobě dovednosti, které nelze předčít. Napoleon Dynamit je novým druhem hrdiny, na hlavě nepropustné kudrliny, na nohou roztomilé sněhule a v sobě dovednosti, které nelze předčít. Napoleon tráví své dny kreslením mytických šelem, rvačkami se svým bratrem Kipem a vyhýbáním se svému pletichářskému strýci Ricovi. Když do jeho života vstoupí nový kamarádi - plachá Deb a kníratý Pedro - trojice uspořádá kampaň za zvolení Pedra třídním předsedou a vyplní nejdivočejší sny studentů. Ale když to vypadá, že Pedra předčí nafoukaný Summer, Napoleon musí použít svou tajnou zbraň...

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Nauka o osobním úspěchu - Napoleon Hill - audiokniha

Audiokniha: Autor bestselleru Myšlením k bohatství vám nabízí prvotřídní pojednání o individuálním úspěchu. Naučte se uplatňovat systém úspěšnosti, jehož pomocí dosáhli mimořádných úspěchů největší američtí podnikatelé, inovátoři a lídři. Napoleon Hill strávil dvacet let zkoumáním tajemství úspěchu více než pěti set nejbohatších Američanů a z nabytých poznatků sestavil první praktickou filozofii úspěchu v historii lidstva. Sedmnáct klíčových principů představuje tajemství osobního úspěchu a vy je můžete studovat a uplatňovat. Využívejte postupy uvedené v této knize – v zájmu ovládnutí mysli tak, abyste byli „bohatí“ – v nejširším smyslu: finančně, duchovně, duševně a materiálně. Objevte základy úspěchu: • 7 faktorů jasného záměru • 8 základů rozvíjení víry • 7 pravidel správného myšlení • a mnoho dalších. Základem největších úspěchů lidstva byly myšlenky. Díky poznatkům z Hillova rozsáhlého výzkumu si budete moci vštípit mentální návyky, díky kterým se budete těšit finanční jistotě, dobrému zdraví a duševnímu klidu, což jsou nutné předpoklady štěstí. Audiokniha: Napoleon Hill: Nauka o osobním úspěchu | Překlad Tomáš Piňos | Čte Aleš Procházka | Režie Alexandra Bauerová | Zvuk, střih a mastering David Pravda | Hudba David Pravda | Natočeno ve studiu Mixing.Today | Grafiku podle původní knižní obálky adaptovala Jana Lhotáková | Produkce David Pravda | Supervize ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Last Adventure of Napoleon Sunshine - Pascal Ruter

A grandfather who learns to let go.A grandson who learns to love.Eighty-five years old, a rebel, a retired boxer, Napoleon Sunshine is unlike other grandparents. His ten-year-old grandson, Leonard, is unlike the other boys in his class.Together they are unstoppable. Or so they think.From Paris to the coast of Normandy, Napoleon and Leonard run away to seek an adventure: they visit the seaside, adopt a dog and plot to kidnap a famous radio presenter. But, really, they are trying to save Napoleon from spending his final days in a retirement home.The Last Adventure of Napoleon Sunshine is a heart-warming tale about new beginnings and the importance of family, perfect for fans of A Man Called Ove, The Keeper of Lost Thing and The Little Paris Bookshop.WHAT READERS ARE SAYING: ''A book full of laughter and tears'' ''Funny, sad, honest, warm''''A very touching read that pulls you in from the start''''Amusing and poignant, this was a very sweet read, with lovely characters''

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My Hero Theo - Gareth Greaves

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER‘I’d been in so many scrapes with Theo and he’d always saved me. Those days were the hardest of my life so far and … at the darkest point, those big brown eyes and that torn ear where I needed them to be. Right there next to me.’PC Gareth Greaves first met Theo, a German Shepherd, when he was a nervous 14-month-old puppy. They were instantly inseparable and police dog Theo became the best partner Gareth’s ever had.During six-and-a-half years of active service, police dog Theo located, tracked and detained suspects leading to more than 200 arrests. In that time, he endured broken ribs and being bitten by assailants as well as being set on fire. From tackling and detaining an arsonist, to protecting Gareth from a gang of men with machetes in an armed robbery, Theo’s bravery knew no bounds. Time and time again he put his own life at risk (often coming close to death) to save others.Even while off duty Theo has been a rock to his partner, providing emotional support as Gareth learned that some of the hardest battles aren’t always on the front line.My Hero Theo is the heartwarming story of one ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Generals (Wellington and Napoleon 2) - Simon Scarrow

THE GENERALS is the compelling second novel in Simon Scarrow''s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon quartet. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell.In the turbulent aftermath of the French Revolution Napoleon Bonaparte stands accused of treachery and corruption. His reputation is saved by his skill in leading his men to victory in Italy and Egypt. But then he must restore order in France and find peace or victory over her enemies: England - and Arthur Wellesley (the future Duke of Wellington).Wellesley is leading a vast army in India, where British interests are under threat. The campaign will result in the creation of the Raj - the jewel in the British Empire''s crown. Wellesley returns to England a hardened veteran and more determined than ever to end France''s domination of Europe.Both Wellesley and Napoleon intend to win - whatever the cost. Who will ultimately succeed?

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Fire and Sword (Wellington and Napoleon 3) - Simon Scarrow

FIRE AND SWORD is the unputdownable third novel in Simon Scarrow''s bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. A must read for fans of Robert Harris.1804. Napoleon Bonaparte is Emperor of France, his ultimate aim: to rule Europe. After defeat at the Battle of Trafalgar, he wins a glorious victory against Austria at Austerlitz. He then deposes the Spanish king and places his own brother on the throne. But he is yet to triumph over his most hated enemy: Great Britain.Arthur Wellesley (the future Duke of Wellington) throws himself into the British campaign in Europe. After glory in Portugal, he commands the army in a series of triumphant battles across Spain. For those living reluctantly under French rule, his victories suggest that Napoleon''s progress is not inexorable: freedom can be restored...

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The Psychology of Wealth - Napoleon Hill

A guidebook to success, featuring Napoleon Hill''s two most popular books on the subject of prosperity and abundance Napoleon Hill’s life-changing philosophy has inspired generations of readers, and his self-help titles have sold millions of copies around the world. Combining two of Napoleon Hill’s most popular books on the topics of prosperity and abundance—The Master Key to Riches and The Magic Ladder to Success—this essential volume will inspire anyone looking to create success in their life, and is perfect for businesspeople, entrepreneurs, students, and creatives. The Psychology of Wealth offers a revolutionary path to self-empowerment and fulfillment, helping readers create the reality they desire and find success in every area of life.This exclusive edition is part of the Essentials GPS Guide to Life series, and contains a faithful reproduction of the original and complete texts, as well as an introduction by the publisher.

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Little Book of Success - Napoleon Hill

The writings and wisdom of Napoleon Hill have transformed millions of lives, making him one of the most influential writers on personal success and an incomparable bestseller. His invaluable classic, Think and Grow Rich, has guided more people to becoming millionaires and billionaires than any other book in history.Compiled by The Napoleon Hill Foundation, The Little Book of Success: Discovering the Path to Riches presents a curated collection of some of Napoleon Hill’s most significant teachings in one complete volume. Drawing on published as well as previously unpublished works by Hill, the book consists of Hill’s teachings presented in an accessible, bite-sized format. This collection is ideal for readers who are new to Hill’s work and are looking for an essential primer as well as devoted followers who want to revisit his most impactful works.Published elsewhere as Success: Discovering the Path to Riches.

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Napoleon Hill's Golden Rules - Napoleon Hill

Napoleon Hill's Golden Rules: The Lost Writings consists of a series of magazine articles Napoleon Hill wrote between 1919 and1923 for Success Magazine, of which he eventually become an editor. Hill's obsession with achieving material success had led him from poverty stricken Appalachian Mountains with the desire to study successful people.

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The Positive Side of the Street - Napoleon Hill

In 1964, Napoleon Hill presented a series of lectures that have never been published—until now.“The subconscious mind doesn’t know the difference between a penny and a million dollars. It does not know the difference between success and failure, and it’ll work just as hard to make a failure out of you as it will to make a success out of you if you don’t condition your mind to keep the subconscious mind working with and for the things you want and away from the things you don’t want. “The majority of people spend their lives worrying and fearing and fretting over the things they don’t want, and that’s exactly what they’re getting out of life. I try to make allowances for the weaknesses and for the mistakes of other people that affect my interest. I don’t always do a good job of it but I try. I try to keep my mental attitude positive at all times toward all people about all subjects. I want to tell you that this effort on my part has gone a long way toward placing me in a position where I can say, as I said to you this morning, that I have acquired ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Napoleon's Women Camp Followers - Terry Crowdy

Researched from genuine primary sources, this is the first book to explain and illustrate the organization, activities and personal stories of the female ''support staff'' who played a major role in the day-to-day life of Napoleon''s armies.The cantinières who accompanied Napoleon''s armies to war have an iconic status in the history of the Grande Armée. Sutler-women and laundresses were officially sanctioned members of the regiment performing a vital support role. In a period when the supply and pay services were haphazard, their canteen wagons and tents were a vital source of sustenance and served as the social hubs of the regiment. Although officially non-combatants, many of these women followed their regiments into battle, serving brandy to soldiers in the firing line, braving enemy fire.This book is a timely piece of social history, as well as a colourful new guide for modellers and re-enactors. Through meticulous research of unprecedented depth and accuracy, Terry Crowdy dispels the inaccurate portrayals that Napoleon''s Women Camp Followers have suffered over the years to offer a fascinating look at these forgotten heroines.

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Glover Roger, Deep Purple: Snapshot+ - CD (4029759170105)

Hudební CD - Snapshot je čtvrté sólové album baskytaristy Deep Purple Rogera Glovera vydané v září 2002 u Eagle Records. Snapshot je čtvrté sólové album baskytaristy Deep Purple Rogera Glovera vydané v září 2002 u Eagle Records. Hrají v něm Randall Bramblett, Warren Haynes a Gillian Glover. Je to připsáno Rogeru Gloverovi & The Guilty Party. Reedice 2021 Seznam stop My Turn / Burn Me Up Slowly / Beyond Emily / Queen Of England / No Place To Go / The Bargain Basement / What You Don't Say / Nothing Else / Could Have Been Me / The More I Find / When It Comes To You / Some Hope / If I Could Fly / It's Only Life Bonus Burn Me Up Slowly (Demo) / My Turn (Demo) / Beyond Emily (Demo) / Nothing Else (Demo) / The Bargain Basement (Demo)

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