all that is left is all that matters stories mark slouka

In fifteen beautifully wrought stories-ranging from occupied Czechoslovakia to California's Central Valley to the rainforests of the Pacific Northwest-Mark Slouka explores moments in life when our back is to the wall. One of the most forceful American writers of his generation, Slouka captures the depth and emotional range of an array of characters-from a young boy attempting to shield his father from painful memories in The Hare's Mask to a lonely man whose beloved dog inexplicably begins to sprout razor blades from her skin in Dog.Whether battling the end of desire, the fact of injustice, or death itself, the men and women in these stories are doing everything possible to tighten their grip on life. In Crossing, a father hoping to compensate for his failures finds himself facing his past while fording a river with his young son on his back; in Conception, a young couple frozen by the possible end of their marriage is offered an unexpected way back; in Half-Life, a proud, ag

Objev podobné jako All That Is Left Is All That Matters : Stories - Mark Slouka

In eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Europe everyone lived ‘off the land’ in one way or another. In Ireland, however, almost everyone lived ‘on the land’ as well. Agriculture was the only economic resource for the vast majority of the population outside the north-east of the country. Land was vital. But most of it was owned by a class of Protestant, English and often aristocratic landlords. The dream of having more control over their farms, even of owning them, drove many of the most explosive conflicts in Irish history. Rebellions against British rule were rare, but savage outbreaks of murder related to resentments over land ownership, and draconian state repression, were a regular feature of Irish rural life. The struggle for the land was also crucial in driving support for Irish nationalist demands for Home Rule and independence.In this epic narrative, Myles Dungan examines two hundred years of agrarian conflict from the ruinous famine of 1741 to the eve of World War Two. It explores the pivotal moments that shaped Irish history: the rise of ''moonlighting'', the infamous Whiteboys and Rightboys, the insurrection of Captain Rock, the Tithe War of 1831–36, the Great Famine of 1845 that devastated the country and drastically ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Land Is All That Matters - Myles Dungan

In eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Europe everyone lived ''off the land'' in one way or another. In Ireland, however, almost everyone lived ''on the land'' as well. Agriculture was the only economic resource for the vast majority of the population outside the north-east of the country. Land was vital. But most of it was owned by a class of Protestant, English and often aristocratic landlords. The dream of having more control over their farms, even of owning them, drove many of the most explosive conflicts in Irish history. Rebellions against British rule were rare, but savage outbreaks of murder related to resentments over land ownership, and draconian state repression, were a regular feature of Irish rural life. The struggle for the land was also crucial in driving support for Irish nationalist demands for Home Rule and independence.In this epic narrative, Myles Dungan examines two hundred years of agrarian conflict from the ruinous famine of 1741 to the eve of World War Two. It explores the pivotal moments that shaped Irish history: the rise of ''moonlighting'', the infamous Whiteboys and Rightboys, the insurrection of Captain Rock, the Tithe War of 1831–36, the Great Famine of 1845 that devastated the country and drastically ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Land Is All That Matters - Myles Dungan

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One summer evening, in a quiet seaside town near Rome, everything changes for the Ansaldo family.The Ansaldo family's contented life is built on routine, with days spent running their beloved delicatessen and summers at their modest house by the sea. But when sixteen-year-old Betta sets off for a beach party and never returns, they are left only with grief - and questions.The town whispers, the police are lost, and as the family fractures under the weight of their loss, no one suspects the burden Miriam carries. She has answers, but vows to tell no one, even those who loved Betta most. Seeking to bury her heavy secret, Miriam drifts into the orbit of Leo, a young drug dealer, and gains an unlikely set of friends. But when Leo starts to pull loose the threads of Betta's fate, will his search for the truth offer Miriam a way forward or risk unravelling everything?A deeply atmospheric and suspenseful family saga, All That is Left of Life explores love, loss and the secrets we carry - perfect for fans of Elena Ferrante and Isabel Allende.

Objev podobné jako All That is Left of Life - Roberta Recchia

A deeply atmospheric and suspenseful family drama, All That is Left of Life explores love, loss and the secrets we carry.

Objev podobné jako All That is Left of Life - Roberta Recchia

From the critically-acclaimed author of PRINCE OF FOOLS comes the third volume of the brilliant new epic fantasy series, THE RED QUEEN'S WAR. All the horrors of Hell stand between Snorri Ver Snagason and the rescue of his family, if indeed the dead can be rescued. For Jalan Kendeth getting out alive and with Loki's Key is all that matters. The key can open any lock and possession of it may enable Jal to to return to the three Ws that have been the core of his debauched life: wine, women, and wagering. But the Wheel of Osheim is turning ever faster and it will crack the world unless it's stopped. When the end of all things looms, and there's nowhere to run, even the worst coward must find new answers

Objev podobné jako The Wheel of Osheim - Mark Lawrence

From the international bestselling author of the Broken Empire Trilogy, the thrilling conclusion to the Red Queen’s War...All the horrors of Hell stand between Snorri ver Snagason and the rescue of his family, if indeed the dead can be rescued. For Jalan Kendeth, getting out alive and with Loki’s key is all that matters. Loki’s creation can open any lock, any door, and it may also be the key to Jalan’s fortune back in the living world. Jalan plans to return to the three w’s that have been the core of his idle and debauched life: wine, women, and wagering. Fate, however, has other plans, larger plans. The Wheel of Osheim is turning ever faster, and it will crack the world unless it’s stopped. When the end of all things looms, and there’s nowhere to run, even the worst coward must find new answers. Jalan and Snorri face many dangers, from the corpse hordes of the Dead King to the many mirrors of the Lady Blue, but in the end, fast or slow, the Wheel of Osheim always pulls you back. In the end, it’s win or die.

Objev podobné jako Wheel of Osheim - Mark Lawrence

Jamie and Andrew are strangers, but they''re two of the last people left alive. They don''t know what they''ll find on their dangerous journey ... but they may just find each other. A queer romance about courage, hope and humanity for fans of They Both Die at the End, The Hunger Games and Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda.When the Superflu wipes out most of the population, Jamie finds himself completely alone in a cabin in the woods - until an injured stranger crosses his path.Life is dangerous now and, armed with a gun, Jamie goes to pull the trigger. But there''s something about Andrew ... something that stops Jamie in his tracks. Jamie takes him in, and as Andrew heals and they eventually step out into the strange new world, their relationship starts to feel like more than just friendship ...But trouble isn''t far behind. As the boys make a perilous journey south, they''ll come face to face with a world torn apart and society in ruins. And who, or what, will they find waiting for them at the end of it all?"Tense, exciting, sometimes heartbreaking and always romantic, All That''s Left in the World explores what it means ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That's Left in the World - Erik J. Brown

A mother vanished. A father presumed guilty. There is no proof. There are no witnesses. For the children, there is only doubt.One afternoon in November 1975, ten-year-old Miranda Larkin comes home from school to find the house eerily quiet. Her mother is missing. Nothing else is out of place. There is no sign of struggle. Her mom''s pocketbook remains in the front hall, in its usual spot. So begins a mystery that will span a lifetime. What happened to Jane Larkin?Investigators suspect Jane''s husband. A criminal defense attorney, surely Dan Larkin would be an expert in outfoxing the police. But no evidence is found linking him to a crime, and the case fades from the public''s memory, a simmering, unresolved mystery. Jane''s three children-Alex, Jeff, and Miranda-are left to be raised by a man who may have murdered their mother.Two decades later, the remains of Jane Larkin are found. The investigation is awakened. The children, now grown, are forced to choose sides. With their father or against him? Guilty or innocent? And what if they are wrong?***Praise for All That Is Mine I Carry With Me:"All That is Mine is masterful, original and riveting, and the best book I''ve read ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That is Mine I Carry With Me - William Landay

"Retired" detective and police captain''s wife Molly Murphy Sullivan tangles with Tammany Hall in the next in Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles''s New York Times bestselling historical mystery series.New York, Autumn, 1907: Former private detective Molly Murphy Sullivan is happy with her place in the world. She and her policeman husband, Daniel, have built quite a life for themselves in Greenwich Village, in their modest-yet-beautiful-home in Patchin Place, filled with family, friends, and laughter. Molly and Daniel have a good marriage, a true partnership where they value each other’s opinions in all things.So when he tells her they’re moving to a fancy home on Fifth Avenue—and that he’s running for the sheriff of New York—Molly is left reeling. Daniel begs Molly to trust him, but why would he run for sheriff on the Tammany ticket? A party known more for kickbacks and quid pro quo than anything else, it used to be everything Daniel despised. So what’s changed? And why didn’t he discuss it with her beforehand? Molly can’t help but wonder what Daniel’s got himself tangled up in… and whether he needs her help to get out.In this next installment in this beloved series All That Is Hidden, the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That Is Hidden - Rhys Bowen, Clare Broyles

From the New York Times bestselling author of Defending Jacob. . . .A mother vanished. A father presumed guilty. There is no proof. There are no witnesses. For the children, there is only doubt.One afternoon in November 1975, ten-year-old Miranda Larkin comes home from school to find the house eerily quiet. Her mother is missing. Nothing else is out of place. There is no sign of struggle. Her mom''s pocketbook remains in the front hall, in its usual spot.So begins a mystery that will span a lifetime. What happened to Jane Larkin?Investigators suspect Jane''s husband. A criminal defense attorney, surely Dan Larkin would be an expert in outfoxing the police.But no evidence is found linking him to a crime, and the case fades from the public''s memory, a simmering, unresolved mystery. Jane''s three children-Alex, Jeff, and Miranda-are left to be raised by a man who may have murdered their mother.Two decades later, the remains of Jane Larkin are found. The investigation is awakened. The children, now grown, are forced to choose sides. With their father or against him? Guilty or innocent? And what if they are wrong?All That Is Mine I Carry With Me masterfully grapples with a primal question: ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That is Mine I Carry With Me - William Landay

From the New York Times bestselling author of Defending Jacob. . . .A mother vanished. A father presumed guilty. There is no proof. There are no witnesses. For the children, there is only doubt.One afternoon in November 1975, ten-year-old Miranda Larkin comes home from school to find the house eerily quiet. Her mother is missing. Nothing else is out of place. There is no sign of struggle. Her mom''s pocketbook remains in the front hall, in its usual spot.So begins a mystery that will span a lifetime. What happened to Jane Larkin?Investigators suspect Jane''s husband. A criminal defense attorney, surely Dan Larkin would be an expert in outfoxing the police.But no evidence is found linking him to a crime, and the case fades from the public''s memory, a simmering, unresolved mystery. Jane''s three children-Alex, Jeff, and Miranda-are left to be raised by a man who may have murdered their mother.Two decades later, the remains of Jane Larkin are found. The investigation is awakened. The children, now grown, are forced to choose sides. With their father or against him? Guilty or innocent? And what if they are wrong?All That Is Mine I Carry With Me masterfully grapples with a primal question: ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That is Mine I Carry With Me - William Landay

Luka and Harvey are eight years old and in the same class at school, but that is just about all they have in common. Once they become part of the same family, their differences become even more obvious. Will they ever be able to get on with each other and live in peace? Family Matters is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 6-7 years

Objev podobné jako Reading Planet - Family Matters - White: Galaxy - Joanna Nadin

THEY FOUND EACH OTHER. NOW THEY MUST RESCUE WHAT THEY LEFT BEHIND. The highly-anticipated sequel to the queer genre-bending dystopian romance All That''s Left in the World.Against the backdrop of a ravaged world, Andrew and Jamie have settled in a new community, more in love than ever. Finally they''ve reached safety and have each taken on roles and responsibilities in this new life. But it''s soon clear they want different things:Jamie is ready to move on and take to the road, just the two of them.Andrew wants to remain in the safety of numbers.With a storm brewing up the coast they have no choice to head back into the wilderness where old enemies roam and they don''t know who to trust. Can they find their way back to safety and each other?

Objev podobné jako The Only Light Left Burning - Erik J. Brown

Long considered Nobel Prize winner Doris Lessing’s best collection of short stories, African Stories—a central book in the work of a truly beloved writer—is now back in print. This beautiful collection is an homage to her twenty-five years spent in Africa and a brilliant portrait of African life.This is Doris Lessing’s Africa—where she lived for twenty-five years and where so much of her interest and concern still resides. Here in these stories, Lessing explores the complexities, the agonies and joys, and the textures of life in Africa. First published in 1965, and out of print since the 1990s, this collection contains much of Ms. Lessing’s most extraordinary work. It is a brilliant portrait of a world that is vital to all of us—perceived by an artist of the first rank writing with passion and honesty about her native land. African Stories includes every story Doris Lessing has written about Africa: all of her first collection, This Was the Old Chief’s Country; the four tales about Africa from Five; the African stories from The Habit of Loving and A Man and Two Women; and four stories featured only in this edition. African Stories represents some of Doris Lessing’s best work—and is ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako African Stories - Doris Lessing

Third in the modern-classic and bestselling bookwandering series that celebrates all that is best in life: books, adventure, friendship – and cake.Strange things are happening. A man comes into Pages & Co looking for a book… then suddenly can’t remember it. Tilly and her family feel like the world is changing – but can’t quite put their finger on why.Meanwhile, the Underwoods are expanding their control over bookwandering – and they still have their sights set on Tilly. Leaving the safety of the bookshop, Tilly heads to America to find the legendary Archivists and save bookwandering…… or at least, that’s the plan. Wandering in layers of story, Tilly and her friend Oskar come up against dangers they could never have expected, team up with an unexpectedly familiar face, and ultimately find themselves taking on the biggest threat to stories there has ever been – with only their courage and ingenuity to help them. As well as some of their dearest fictional friends…

Objev podobné jako Pages & Co.: Tilly and the Map of Stories - Anna James

An Amazon Charts bestseller.When a family camping trip takes a dark turn, how far will one mother go to keep her family safe?Struggling with working-mother guilt, Marlene Greene hopes a camping trip in the forest will provide quality time with her three young children—until they see fires in the distance, columns of smoke distorting the sweeping view. Overnight, all communication with the outside world is lost.Knowing something terrible has happened, Marlene suspects that the isolation of the remote campsite is all that’s protecting her family. But the arrival of a lost boy reveals they are not alone in the woods, and as the unfolding disaster ravages the land, more youngsters seek refuge under her wing. The lives of her own children aren’t the only ones at stake.When their sanctuary is threatened, Marlene faces the mother of all dilemmas: Should she save her own kids or try to save them all?

Objev podobné jako All the Little Children - Jo Furniss

*JEWISH CHRONICAL CRITICS'' CHOICE: NON-FICTION OF THE YEAR 2022*''A devastatingly affecting book. . . Bunce Court! I keep saying the name to myself because it encapsulates all that is gentle and comically charming about wartime England'' The Times ''Emotionally compelling'' Observer''All the violence I had experienced before felt like a bad dream. It was a paradise. I think most of the children felt it was a paradise.''In 1933, as Hitler came to power, schoolteacher Anna Essinger hatched a daring and courageous plan: to smuggle her entire school out of Nazi Germany. Anna had read Mein Kampf and knew the terrible danger that Hitler''s hate-fuelled ideologies posed to her pupils. She knew that to protect them she had to get her pupils to the safety of England. But the safe haven that Anna struggled to create in a rundown manor house in Kent would test her to the limit. As the news from Europe continued to darken, Anna rescued successive waves of fleeing children and, when war broke out, she and her pupils faced a second exodus. One by one countries fell to the Nazis and before long unspeakable rumours began to circulate. Red Cross messages stopped and parents in occupied ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The School That Escaped the Nazis - Deborah Cadbury

''For anyone who wants to make decisions with confidence and clarity, reclaim their mental space, and design a life that truly matters'' — Charles Duhigg, author of bestsellers Supercommunicators and The Power of Habit‘A profound yet incredibly practical guide to what is arguably the most important single thing we do, as finite humans in search of meaningful lives: making decisions.'' – Oliver Burkeman, bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals------------------------From the acclaimed author and podcaster of Power Hour comes an actionable guide to making better, more intentional everyday decisions to lead us to the life that we want.It''s estimated that the average person now makes around 35,000 decisions each day. We''re living in the age of abundance, with more choices than ever before. From everyday mundane choices to big life decisions, the more options we have, the more overwhelmed we become.In Decisions That Matter, Adrienne Adhami – podcaster, business advisor and keynote speaker to industry-leading companies such as Microsoft, Spotify and Range Rover – provides the tools and insights you need to navigate these choices with confidence. Adrienne offers strategies and frameworks to help you make intentional decisions in a world full of distractions.Packed with real-life examples ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Decisions That Matter

''For anyone who wants to make decisions with confidence and clarity, reclaim their mental space, and design a life that truly matters'' — Charles Duhigg, author of bestsellers Supercommunicators and The Power of Habit‘A profound yet incredibly practical guide to what is arguably the most important single thing we do, as finite humans in search of meaningful lives: making decisions.'' – Oliver Burkeman, bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals------------------------From the acclaimed author and podcaster of Power Hour comes an actionable guide to making better, more intentional everyday decisions to lead us to the life that we want.It''s estimated that the average person now makes around 35,000 decisions each day. We''re living in the age of abundance, with more choices than ever before. From everyday mundane choices to big life decisions, the more options we have, the more overwhelmed we become.In Decisions That Matter, Adrienne Adhami – podcaster, business advisor and keynote speaker to industry-leading companies such as Microsoft, Spotify and Range Rover – provides the tools and insights you need to navigate these choices with confidence. Adrienne offers strategies and frameworks to help you make intentional decisions in a world full of distractions.Packed with real-life examples ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Decisions That Matter - Adrienne Adhami

The sleepy village of Dewbank is the perfect place to spend a summer holiday - that's what Tamsin, Paul and Chase think when they arrive. Then Mr Brandy tells them of the village's violent history. Does the ancient village bell tower, which has no bell, hold a secret? Is Mr Brandy all that he seems? What unknown horrors await them?

Objev podobné jako Ghost Bell - Mark Wright

If you loved From Lukov with Love - the sensational TikTok hit that is captivating readers all over the world - then you don't want to miss any of Mariana's unique romances! No one writes slow burn like Mariana Zapata and her millions of fans agree!'Mariana Zapata's storytelling is incredible. I love the way she develops her characters and we get to watch all the goodness unfold. I never wanted this story to end' reader review'I would give it more than 5 stars if it was an option' reader review'Such a beautiful book and I literally do not know what to do with myself now that I've finished it' reader review'I'm honestly convinced that Mariana Zapata has no idea how to write anything other than a masterpiece.Because just like all of her other books, I adored this book' reader review'There were so many moments in this book where I was laughing so hard. Go read this right now, and I promise you, you will not regret it!!!' reader review'First Mariana Zapata book and let me say, I was not disappointed. .. Her writing is outstanding, the build up was perfect' reader review......................................... Losing people you love is hard.Aurora De La ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All Rhodes Lead Here - Mariana Zapata

Kids will be able to say "I can do that!" after reading this value-packed resource dedicated to learning independent life skills."Really great. I''ve been waiting for a book like this for a very long time with photos and illustrations that can be understood by a child who can''t read yet. My children love to reproduce what they see and not what I tell them, so it''s perfect!" (customer review of the French edition).In I Can Do That, photos and illustrations combine to produce a value-packed resource for families preparing for their child''s big life stages. Young readers can learn how to lace up their shoes, put on a sweater, go to the toilet, peel fruit, count to 100, and brush their teeth. Step by step instructions sit alongside more than 700 fun and helpful photos and illustrations to help children practise and learn.The short and practical text will help your child learn to be independent. As they grow up, they will be able to say, "I can do that!" every time they turn the page. Perfect for families following Montessori practices and caregivers keen for their children to develop natural interests at their own pace, I Can Do That is ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako I Can Do That! - DK

Wake up with a smile and go see all that is waiting for you today in this funny, feel-good picture book for children of all ages!With each new day comes a chance to find adventure, friends, and fun! From snuggling a walrus to riding your bike to the moon - anything is possible on a day like today! Combining delightful rhymes and laugh-out-loud art, this motivational picture book will get kids feeling excited and ready for the day ahead, though they may be giggling too hard to notice...Why readers love Today is a Wacky Wow, Squiggle Giggle, Noodle Caboodle Day!:Parents, grandparents, and teachers will have so much fun sharing this silly and imaginative morning routine book with kids - a wonderful read-aloud!Introduces the concept that children have the power within themselves to find the joy in every today as well as promotes positive thinking!The perfect gift for any occasion including back to school, graduation, birthdays, and more!Jump out of bed,With a great big WOW!Today is YOUR day!Let''s start it now!?

Objev podobné jako Today Is a Wacky Wow, Squiggle Giggle, Noodle Caboodle Day! - Layla Sutton

The multi-disciplinary artist and author of Like a Bird and How to Cure a Ghost explores the commodification and appropriation of wellness through the lens of social justice, providing resources to help anyone participate in self-care, regardless of race, identity, socioeconomic status or able-bodiedness.Growing up in Australia, Fariha Risn, a Bangladeshi Muslim, struggled to fit in. In attempts to assimilate, they distanced themselves from their South Asian heritage and identity. Years later, living in the United States, they realized that the customs, practices, and even food of their native culture that had once made them differenteverything from ashwagandha to prayerwere now being homogenized and marketed for good health, often at a premium by white people to white people.In this thought-provoking book, part memoir, part journalistic investigation, the acclaimed writer and poet explores the way in which the progressive health industry has appropriated and commodified global healing traditions. They reveal how wellness culture has become a luxury good built on the wisdom of Black, brown, and Indigenous peoplewhile ignoring and excluding them.Who Is Wellness For? is divided into four sections, beginning with The Mind, in which Fariha examines the art of meditation and the importance of intuition. In part two, The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Who Is Wellness For? - Fariha Roisin

First day of school jitters? Yeti knows all about that! She''s not ready for her first day of school either in this colorful picture book that is a gentle reminder that''s it OK to be scared to start something new.It''s almost the first day of monster school, but Yeti is NOT ready. Even though she has practiced her stomp, perfected her growl, and filed her fangs. . . her stomach is still full of fire-breathing moths! Can Yeti survive her first day? Or will she find a way to stay home instead? With a gentle reminder from dad that Yeti may not be the only nervous new student, YETI IS NOT READY FOR SCHOOL is the perfect read to help assuage pre-first day anxieties.

Objev podobné jako Yeti Is Not Ready for School - Leigh Anne Carter

I, Liliana, am the fiancée of Prince William, the “Ice Prince.” Although his first impression left much to be desired, it seems I’ve become rather attached to him! And now that we’ve opened our hearts to one another, all that’s left is our happily-ever-after...I mean, it’s not like some other girl is going to steal his heart — right?

Objev podobné jako The Small-Animallike Lady Is Adored by the Ice Prince, Vol. 3 (manga) - Emma Schumacker, Mugi Sawai, Hisui Hisui, Agu Ao, Oliva Osanz

Gossip Girl but make it royal – a Black LGBTQ+ royal reimagining full of scandalous secrets, rollercoaster romances and one hell of a mystery, from the award-winning author Benjamin Dean. ‘Scandalous, funny and deliciously compelling!’ Catherine Doyle, co-author of Twin Crowns'All hail this royal debut that twists, turns, and revels in palace intrigue and deceit.' Kirkus James has been a prince all his life, and since he was born, he’s been thrust into the spotlight as the first Black heir to the throne. But when his father dies unexpectedly, James is crowned king at the tender age of seventeen, and his life irrevocably changes. When James’ boyfriend suddenly goes missing, threatening envelopes appear in the palace, and gossip and scandals that only he knows are leaked to the public. As the anonymous informant continues to expose every last skeleton in the royal closet, James realises even those in his inner circle can’t be trusted.#LongLiveTheScandalPRAISE FOR THE KING IS DEAD: ‘A moreish mashup of scandalous thriller and royal intrigue combines with smart observations on race and power, underpinned with real heart.’ The Guardian ‘All hail this exquisitely twisty, delightfully queer mystery.’ Chelsea Pitcher, author of This Lie Will Kill You ‘Benjamin ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The King is Dead - Benjamin Dean

This gentle and uplifting book inspires readers to set aside their worries and refocus on all that is good–all the way from A to Z! G is for Gratitude A moment to be thankful for all the good thingsand tiny miracles in our lives.From the air that fills our lungs to the laughter that unites us, each letter becomes a vehicle for appreciating the world. With imaginative illustrations and lyrical language, readers are encouraged to recognize the beauty all around them. Perfect for bedtime reflections, G is for Gratitude offers a meditative practice and meaningful introduction to mindfulness. An antidote for anxious times.

Objev podobné jako G Is for Gratitude - Samantha Berger

Americký spisovatel Mark Slouka, syn českých rodičů, kteří po únorovém puči odešli do Spojených států, ve svém románu Daleko v srdci skládá kousek po kousku spletitou a často neveselou mozaiku svého života. Rozhodl se odhalit své nitro, použít psaní jako určitou formu terapie a strhnout závoj z dětských vzpomínek na své rodiče. Centrálním bodem memoárů je však především jeho matka, která pro mladého chlapce znamenala během jeho dospívání celý svět a po dlouhou dobu byla nejdůležitější osobou jeho života. Jak stárnul, jeho vztah k ní se proměňoval a tuto ambivalenci, toto přelévání mezi láskou a nenávistí, autor zachycuje ve svých vzpomínkách, a vyrovnává se tak s traumaty, jež ho provázela až do dospělosti. Slouka ve svém románu pravdivě, přesto však citlivě zaznamenal křehkost vztahu mezi matkou a jejím synem, nesnáze dospívání a často složitý život emigrantů v cizí zemi.

Objev podobné jako Daleko v srdci - Mark Slouka

* * * Winner of the 2014 Royal Society Winton Prize for Science Books * * * Stuff Matters by Mark Miodnownik is a unique and inspiring exploration of human creativity.'Enthralling. A mission to re-acquaint us with the wonders of the fabric that sustains our lives' GuardianEverything is made of something...From the everyday objects in our homes to the most extraordinary new materials that will shape our future, Stuff Matters reveals the inner workings of the man-made world, the miracles of craft, design, engineering and ingenuity that surround us every day.From the tea-cup to the jet engine, the silicon chip to the paper clip, from the ancient technologies of fabrics and ceramic to today's self-healing metals and bionic implants, this is a book to inspire amazement and delight at mankind's creativity.'A certain sort of madness may be necessary to pull off what he has attempted here, which is a wholesale animation of the inanimate: Miodownik achieves precisely what he sets out to' The Times'Insightful, fascinating. The futuristic materials will elicit gasps. Makes even the most everyday substance seem exciting' Sunday Times'Wonderful. Miodownik writes well enough to make even concrete sparkle' Financial Times'I stayed up all night reading this book' Oliver ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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This simple, engaging story is the perfect way to introduce young children to what bullying is, and help them become aware of how their behaviour can impact on other children.There are even suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand.When Leopard arrives at Jungle School, Giraffe doesn''t want to include him and tries to exclude him from joining in. So when Leopard has a birthday party he doesn''t invite Giraffe, even though he has invited all his friends. Slowly Giraffe begins to understand how Leopard must have felt when he started school. Can the two of them learn to become friends after all? The Behaviour Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

Objev podobné jako Behaviour Matters: Giraffe Is Left Out - A book about feeling bullied - Sue Graves

Born attached at the chest, Chang and Eng were considered a marvel, an act of God. By any standard, theirs is a history of epic variety and drama. Mark Slouka recounts their tumultuous story, from the docks of Vietnam to American fame, with intimacy and compassion.

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Based on his TEDx talk "Everyday Leadership (the Lollipop Moment)" -- voted one of the 15 most inspirational TED talks of all time -- This Is Day One is leadership expert Drew Dudley''s guide to cultivating the behaviors that will help you to succeed and empower those around you. If you''re intimidated by the mystique surrounding leadership, this book is for you. Dudley simplifies leadership without denying its complexity, demonstrating that leadership in all its forms begins at the same clear and accessible place for everyone: what he calls "Day One." Day One is when you discover, define, and start to consistently deliver on your foundational leadership values. Living that day over and over is what creates leaders, and Dudley provides the key tools necessary to craft and commit to your own personal Day One, including: A step-by-step process designed to surface your core leadership values and embed them into your daily behaviorA roadmap to behavioral changes proven to increase commitment, pride, productivity, and happiness Insights into key leadership values that drive performance and impact Sharing the process that led him through battles with alcohol, obesity, and personal tragedy, Dudley shows you how to develop a relentless commitment to the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Is it time to do Something That Matters?When youÂ’re ready to do something newÂ… resistance shows up.You lose your focus. You lose your nerve. You lose your momentum. You doubt yourself. You find reasons to do anything else other than the thing you want to do.But what if you could stay focused on what matters?What if you could make progress every week toward your goal?What if you could expand your confidence and nurture your expertise?What if you could do Something That Matters and become the best version of who you are?Part journal, part facilitation, and all encouragement, this premium journal not only helps you get things done, it also helps you learn, grow, and get better while you do.Michael Bungay Stanier, named the number one coach in the world and author of the bestselling book on coaching this century, shares his very best questions and the process he uses to drive his own success.This is a linen cloth-bound hardcover with a satin ribbon bookmark and includes an excerpt of MBSÂ’s acclaimed book How to Begin. Elegant and beautiful, the journal will help you stay focused, overcome resistance, and do your Something That Matters.

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American author Mark Twain attempted to write a book titled The Mysterious Stranger. He worked on it sporadically between 1897 and 1908. Each of the stories that Mark Twain authored features a paranormal figure known as "Satan" or "No. 44." The versions were all still unfinished (with the debatable exception of the last one, No. 44, the Mysterious Stranger). The Chronicle of Young Satan is around 55,000 words long, Schoolhouse Hill is 15,300 words long, and No. 44, the Mysterious Stranger is 65,000 words long. Mark Twain's Mysterious Stranger Manuscripts, edited by William M. Gibson, was first published in 1969 by the University of California Press as part of The Mark Twain Papers Series. It was later reissued in 2005. A popular edition of No. 44, The Mysterious Stranger, was also published by the University of California Press in 1982. The Phantom Stranger from DC Comics and the Mysterious Stranger share a lot of similarities. Both individuals have hazy backstories that leave room for the theory that they are exiled angels.

Objev podobné jako The Mysterious Stranger, and Other Stories? - Mark Twain

Kniha - autor Adam Silvera, 1024 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná From the No. 1 international bestselling author, Adam Silvera, comes three sensational books guaranteed to stay with you long after reading. including THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END, which has clocked up 60 million views and counting on TIKTOK! THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END When Death-Cast calls Mateo Torrez and Rufus Emeterio to tell them they're going to die today, two total strangers meet up through the Last Friend app to live a lifetime in a single day . . . and maybe even fall in love while they're at it. HISTORY IS ALL YOU LEFT ME After Griffin loses his ex-boyfriend and first love, Theo, grief and worsening OCD become all consuming. But Theo's most recent boyfriend provides unexpected comfort. As their relationship becomes complicated, Griffin must make a choice: confront the past or miss out on the future. MORE HAPPY THAN NOT Aaron Soto hasn't been happy since his father's suicide,...

Objev podobné jako The Adam Silvera Collection: They Both Die at the End, History is All You Left Me, More Happy than N (1398511455)

From the author of the INTERNATIONAL NO. 1 BESTSELLER THEY BOTH DIE AT THE END comes an explosive examination of grief, mental illness, and the devastating consequences of refusing to let go of the past. Please note that covers may vary.You’re still alive in alternate universes, Theo, but I live in the real world where this morning you’re having an open casket funeral. I know you’re out there, listening. And you should know I’m really pissed because you swore you would never die and yet here we are. It hurts even more because this isn’t the first promise you’ve broken.Griffin has lost his first love in a drowning accident. Theo was his best friend, his ex-boyfriend and the one he believed he would end up with. Now, reeling from grief and worsening OCD, Griffin turns to an unexpected person for help. Theo's new boyfriend. But as their relationship becomes increasingly complicated, dangerous truths begin to surface. Griffin must make a choice: confront the past, or miss out on the future... PRAISE FOR HISTORY IS ALL YOU LEFT ME:'There isn't a teenager alive who won't find their heart described perfectly on these pages.' Patrick Ness, author of The Knife of Never ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako History Is All You Left Me - Adam Silvera

The heartwarming Christmas tale, now with an exclusive collection of short stories''A beautifully woven tale of families and their secrets'' Liz Fenwick''A warm and engaging read.'' Trisha Ashley''A genuine voice of our times'' The Times_______________________The moving and uplifting festive novella . . .Nestled in the Devon countryside, the Keep has always been a refuge for the Chadwicks, even Ed, the black sheep of the family. When Ed finally returns to the Keep after ten years living in the USA, his strange, secretive behaviour means that he often clashes with his relatives. But as the autumn draws to a close and a sprinkling of snow dusts the moors, could the promise of a family Christmas at the Keep be enough to ease tensions and soothe the sting of a long-buried secret?Now with a new collection of short stories . . .There are ghosts and friends from the past here; restless wives and surprising romances; gifts from lovers old and new. Full of life and love, this new collection of short stories is the perfect treat for the festive season._______________________PRAISE FOR MARCIA WILLETT''Riveting, moving and utterly feel-good.'' Daily Mail''Sweeping powers of description transport her readers to another time and place.'' Rosanna Ley''Gentle ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The instant no. 1 Sunday Times bestseller WINNER of the Autobiography of the Year at the Sports Book Awards A Sunday Times best biography of the year ''It''s an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations.'' - Sally Nugent''A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one. The overall message is one of hope.'' - The Times ''It''s just stunning; funny and beautifully written'' - as heard on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show''A candid, sad yet ultimately life-affirming book. There is a thread of gratitude that runs far deeper than performative celebrity humility.'' - Guardian-------- Sir Chris Hoy knows better than most how life can change in the blink of an eye. In elite sport, the margin between victory and defeat is miniscule, and the pressure is immense. Chris has built a glittering sporting career on understanding these moments: how to feel for them, how to cope with them, how to make them count.Last year, he faced another life-changing moment. He found out that the ache in his shoulder ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The instant no. 1 Sunday Times bestseller - now also a Sunday Times bestseller in paperback WINNER of the Autobiography of the Year at the Sports Book Awards A Sunday Times best biography of the year ''It''s an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations.'' - Sally Nugent''A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one. The overall message is one of hope.'' - The Times''It''s just stunning; funny and beautifully written'' - as heard on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show''A candid, sad yet ultimately life-affirming book. There is a thread of gratitude that runs far deeper than performative celebrity humility.'' - Guardian-------- Sir Chris Hoy knows better than most how life can change in the blink of an eye. In elite sport, the margin between victory and defeat is miniscule, and the pressure is immense. Chris has built a glittering sporting career on understanding these moments: how to feel for them, how to cope with them, how to make them count.Last year, he faced another life-changing moment. He ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That Matters - Sir Chris Hoy

''It''s an incredible read for anyone facing adversity in their life; how to cope with it, how to stay positive in really difficult situations.'' - Sally Nugent''A throat-catching love letter to his wife and children . . . this lovely man has reframed a universally sad story into a life-enhancing one.'' - The Times Sir Chris Hoy knows better than most how life can change in the blink of an eye. In elite sport, the margin between victory and defeat is miniscule, and the pressure is immense. Chris has built a glittering sporting career on understanding these moments: how to feel for them, how to cope with them, how to make them count.Last year, he faced another life-changing moment. He found out that the ache in his shoulder was in fact a tumour, and that he had Stage 4 cancer. He will be living with this disease for the rest of his life.In this memoir, Chris shares the next phase of his extraordinary life with exceptional bravery. He looks over the challenges he has faced thus far, and the ways he has taken them on. With his wife Sarra and their young children by his side, he shares how he ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako All That Matters - Sir Chris Hoy

In 2006, while travelling in Argentina, young entrepreneur Blake Mycoskie encountered children too poor to afford shoes, who developed injuries on their feet that often led to serious health problems. Blake knew he wanted to help, but rather than start a charity, he went against conventional wisdom and created a for profit business to help the children who he met. With the help of a local shoemaker, Blake struck out to merge activism and fashion in the form of a local canvas shoe worn by farmers and gauchos alike, called the alpargata. Blake called his creation TOMS Shoes (which stands for "Tomorrow''s Shoes") and promised to give a pair of new shoes to a child in need for every pair that he sold. Starting with only two hundred pairs of handmade shoes, optimism, and entrepreneurial charisma, Blake successfully launched TOMS into the high fashion world. They can now be seen adorning the feet of celebrities such as Keira Knightley, Scarlett Johansson, and Tobey Maguire. Blake''s mission is to prove that you can achieve financial success and make the world a better place at the same time. In this book, he shares the six counterintuitive principles that have guided the growth ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Start Something That Matters - Blake Mycoskie

With irrepressible humor, Slavoj ?i?ek dissects our current political and social climate, discussing everything from Jordan Peterson and sex “unicorns” to Greta Thunberg and Chairman Mao. Taking aim at his enemies on the Left, Right, and Center, he argues that contemporary society can only be properly understood from a communist standpoint. Why communism? The greater the triumph of global capitalism, the more its dangerous antagonisms multiply: climate collapse, the digital manipulation of our lives, the explosion in refugee numbers – all need a radical solution. That solution is a Left that dares to speak its name, to get its hands dirty in the real world of contemporary politics, not to sling its insults from the sidelines or to fight a culture war that is merely a fig leaf covering its political and economic failures. As the crises caused by contemporary capitalism accumulate at an alarming rate, the Left finds itself in crisis too, beset with competing ideologies and prone to populism, racism, and conspiracy theories. A Left that Dares to Speak Its Name is ?i?ek’s attempt to elucidate the major political issues of the day from a truly radical Leftist position. The first three parts explore the global political situation ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Left that Dares to Speak Its Name - Slavoj Žižek

Virtue That Matters is a groundbreaking exploration of chastity culture in Choson Korea that illustrates the interplay between state-led indoctrination, socio-legal changes, and gender relations. Jungwon Kim includes women’s own writings and argues that chastity culture was a product of Confucianization, social forces, and individual agency.

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New York Times Bestseller“Just because everything appears to be a mess doesn’t mean you have to be one. Mark Manson’s book is a call to arms for a better life and better world and could not be more needed right now.” — Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and Ego is the EnemyFrom the author of the international mega-bestseller The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck comes a counterintuitive guide to the problems of hope. We live in an interesting time. Materially, everything is the best it’s ever been—we are freer, healthier and wealthier than any people in human history. Yet, somehow everything seems to be irreparably and horribly f*cked—the planet is warming, governments are failing, economies are collapsing, and everyone is perpetually offended on Twitter. At this moment in history, when we have access to technology, education and communication our ancestors couldn’t even dream of, so many of us come back to an overriding feeling of hopelessness.What’s going on? If anyone can put a name to our current malaise and help fix it, it’s Mark Manson. In 2016, Manson published The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck, a book that brilliantly gave shape ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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If you’re woke, you’re left. If you’re left, you’re woke. We blur the terms, assuming that if you’re one you must be the other. That, Susan Neiman argues, is a dangerous mistake. The confusion arises because woke is fuelled by traditionally leftwing emotions: the wish to stand with the oppressed and marginalized, to address historic crimes. But those emotions are undermined by widespread philosophical assumptions with reactionary sources. As a result, wokeism conflicts with ideas that have guided the left for more than 200 years: a commitment to universalism, a firm distinction between justice and power, and a belief in the possibility of progress. Without these ideas, the woke will continue to undermine their own goals and drift, inexorably and unintentionally, towards the right. One of the world’s leading philosophical voices, Neiman calls with passion and power for the left to return to the ideals that built the best of the modern world. Also available as an audiobook narrated by the author. Â

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Mark Manson’s smash New York Times bestsellers The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck and Everything is F*cked, now available together in one specially packaged box set. In his two groundbreaking books, celebrated anti-self-help authority Mark Manson shows us how to truly pursue a better life and gives us a better understanding of our world.The generation-defining self-help guide The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, cuts through the crap to show us how to stop trying to be “positive” and truly become better, happier people. Taking a much-needed, grab-you-by-the-shoulders-and-look-you-in-the-eye approach, Mark Manson’s guide offers a dose of real-talk, filled with entertaining stories and profane, ruthless humor. Wise and genuine, it serves as a refreshing generational reset to help us all lead contented, grounded lives.In Everything Is F*cked, Manson shifts focus from overcoming individual flaws to the endless calamities occurring in the world around us. Drawing from the deep pool of psychological research on these topics, as well as the timeless wisdom of philosophers, including Plato, Nietzsche, and Tom Waits, he dissects religion and politics and the uncomfortable ways they have come to resemble one another. He explores our relationships with money, entertainment, and the internet, and how too ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck / Everything Is F*cked Box Set - Mark Manson

An up-close account from the world’s first metaverse-embedded reporter In Making a Metaverse That Matters: From Snow Crash & Second Life to A Virtual World Worth Fighting For, the celebrated author of The Making of Second Life and Game Design Secrets, Wagner James Au, delivers an engrossing exploration of how nascent metaverse platforms have already captured the imagination of millions. Featuring powerful stories and dozens of incisive interviews with insiders including Metaverse creator Neal Stephenson himself, the author uses his unique, grassroots-level perspective as the first reporter embedded in a metaverse platform. Readers will learn about: How to understand and define the Metaverse and cut through the many myths and misconceptions around it. A behind-the-scenes account of launching Second Life, the first metaverse platform to achieve mainstream awareness, and what its many controversies teach us. Where current platforms Meta, Roblox, Fortnite, VRChat, and Lamina1, Neal Stephenson’s own metaverse startup, fit in the ecosystem. How to address the many dangers inherent in the Metaverse before it becomes central to the Internet. Perfect for XR industry members and indie creatives, Making a Metaverse That Matters is also for tech professionals, virtual world communities, and anyone interested in the future of culture and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Making a Metaverse That Matters - Wagner James Au

A special deluxe edition featuring an introduction by Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda; discussion questions; a new postscript from Griffin; and a letter from the author about the heartbreak that started it all.From New York Times bestselling author Adam Silvera comes an explosive examination of grief, mental illness, and the devastating consequences of refusing to let go of the past. When Griffin’s first love and ex-boyfriend, Theo, dies in a drowning accident, his universe implodes. Even though Theo had moved to California for college, Griffin never doubted Theo would come back to him when the time was right. But now, the future he’s been imagining for himself has gone far off course.To make things worse, the only person who truly understands his heartache is Theo''s new boyfriend, Jackson. But no matter how much they open up to each other, Griffin’s downward spiral continues. He’s losing himself in his obsessive compulsions and destructive choices, and the secrets he’s been keeping are tearing him apart. If Griffin is ever to rebuild his future, he must first confront his history, every last heartbreaking piece in the puzzle of his life.

Objev podobné jako History Is All You Left Me (Deluxe Edition) - Adam Silvera