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Life on the Edge - Jim Al-Khalili, Johnjoe McFadden

Life is the most extraordinary phenomenon in the known universe; but how does it work? Even in this age of cloning and synthetic biology, the remarkable truth remains: nobody has ever made anything living entirely out of dead material. Life remains the only way to make life. Are we missing a vital ingredient in its creation? Like Richard Dawkins'' The Selfish Gene, which provided a new perspective on evolution, Life on the Edge alters our understanding of life''s dynamics as Jim Al-Khalili and Johnjoe Macfadden reveal the hitherto missing ingredient to be quantum mechanics. Drawing on recent ground-breaking experiments around the world, they show how photosynthesis relies on subatomic particles existing in many places at once, while inside enzymes, those workhorses of life that make every molecule within our cells, particles vanish from one point in space and instantly materialize in another. Each chapter in Life on the Edge opens with an engaging example that illustrates one of life’s puzzles – How do migrating birds know where to go? How do we really smell the scent of a rose? How do our genes manage to copy themselves with such precision? – and then reveals how quantum mechanics delivers its answer. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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At the Quiet Edge - Victoria Helen Stone

A young mother has done everything possible to put the past behind her, but it might not be enough in a gripping novel of suspense by the Amazon Charts bestselling author of the Jane Doe novels.Abandoned by her fugitive ex-husband, Lily Brown is rebuilding her life on the edge of a Kansas town that still feels the sting of his crimes. Lily lies low, managing the isolated storage facility where she lives with her twelve-year-old son, Everett, and planning a better future for them both. That requires keeping secrets. Everett has them too.After breaking into a storage unit, Everett finds photographs and news clippings of five girls missing for decades. For Everett, it’s an adventure and a tempting mystery to solve. But digging further into a stranger’s obsession is putting Everett and his mother in the crosshairs of a killer.Then Lily’s ex resurfaces from the shadows. Just as suddenly, an attentive new man enters Lily’s life. And a suspicious detective, responding to reports of a prowler, watches every move Lily makes. It’s getting harder for Lily to know who to trust—or whose secrets pose the most frightening threat of all.

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The Lip - Charlie Carroll

SHORTLISTED FOR THE WRITERS'' GUILD BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD | SHORTLISTED FOR THE HOLYER AN GOF LITERARY FICTION AWARD | LONGLISTED FOR THE AUTHORS'' CLUB BEST FIRST NOVEL AWARD''This unsparing debut novel portrays the unromantic side of Cornwall few visitors see and which so many novelists choose to overlook. Charlie Carroll inhabits his damaged heroine completely'' Patrick Gale''A moving and affecting novel about life on the edge, with a very special flavour of wild and rugged Cornwall.'' Emma Stonex, author of THE LAMPLIGHTERSAway from the hotels and holiday lets, there is an unseen side of Cornwall, where the shifting uncertainties of the future breed resentment and mistrust.Melody Janie is hidden. She lives alone in a caravan in Bones Break: a small cliff-top on Cornwall''s north coast. She spends her time roaming her territory, spying on passing tourists and ramblers, and remembering. She sees everything and yet remains unseen.However, when a stranger enters her life, she is forced to confront not only him but the terrible tragedies of her past.The Lip is a novel about childhood, isolation and mental health, told in the unique and unforgettable voice of Melody Janie.''All of this is Bones Break. All of this is mine. I ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The World According to Physics - Jim Al-Khalili

Quantum physicist, New York Times bestselling author, and BBC host Jim Al-Khalili offers a fascinating and illuminating look at what physics reveals about the worldShining a light on the most profound insights revealed by modern physics, Jim Al-Khalili invites us all to understand what this crucially important science tells us about the universe and the nature of reality itself.Al-Khalili begins by introducing the fundamental concepts of space, time, energy, and matter, and then describes the three pillars of modern physics—quantum theory, relativity, and thermodynamics—showing how all three must come together if we are ever to have a full understanding of reality. Using wonderful examples and thought-provoking analogies, Al-Khalili illuminates the physics of the extreme cosmic and quantum scales, the speculative frontiers of the field, and the physics that underpins our everyday experiences and technologies, bringing the reader up to speed with the biggest ideas in physics in just a few sittings. Physics is revealed as an intrepid human quest for ever more foundational principles that accurately explain the natural world we see around us, an undertaking guided by core values such as honesty and doubt. The knowledge discovered by physics both empowers and humbles us, and still, physics continues to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Svět podle fyziky - Jim Al-Khalili

Jim Al-Khalili mistrně osvětluje nejhlubší poznatky moderní fyziky a vysvětluje, co nám tato zásadní věda říká o vesmíru a povaze samotné reality. Začíná představením základních pojmu jako prostor, čas, energie a hmota, poté popisuje tři pilíře moderní fyziky - kvantovou fyziku, teorii relativity a termodynamiku. Chceme-li plně porozumět realitě, je nezbytné je navzájem propojit. Pomocí úžasných příkladů a důmyslných analogií objasňuje fyziku na extrémních vesmírných i kvantových škálách, vymezuje hranice, za nimiž se tento obor stává spekulativním, a ukazuje, proč a jak tvoří fyzika základ našich každodenních zkušeností a technologií. Fyzika se v jeho podání stává nástrojem neúnavného lidského pátrání po nejzákladnějších principech, jež by přesně vysvětlily podstatu přírody a světa kolem nás. Metody fyziky se řídí základními hodnotami, jako jsou poctivost a pochybnost. Poznatky, které jsme díky fyzice objevili, nás posilují i pokořují. Presto s pomocí této vědy nadále statečné pronikáme do neznáma. Fyzika je proste důležitá pro každého: na dobrodružném hledání pravdy se i díky této knize můžeme podílet úplně všichni! "Svět fyziky je zvláštní a plný překvapení. Jim Al-Khalili přesvědčivé ukazuje, že nemusí být nepochopitelný. Jeho přesný, jednoduchý a zároveň velmi fundovaný výklad základních fyzikálních principu otevírá bránu do světa této nádherné védy nejširšímu okruhu čtenářů." ? ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Radost z vědy - Jim Al-Khalili

Současný svět je někdy docela komplikované místo, ve kterém se ne vždy snadno orientujeme. Kvantový fyzik a úspěšný popularizátor vědy Jim Al-Khalili nabízí ve své nové knize osm úvah na téma, jak může být pro každého člověka přínosné osvojit si (alespoň trochu) vědeckou metodu poznávání světa. Způsob myšlení, který vědci zdokonalovali po staletí, přinesl lidstvu nezpochybnitelné úspěchy - stačí se podívat na naše moderní technologie, úspěchy lékařské vědy a další výsledky vědecké práce. Základní principy, jimiž se řídí vědecké uvažování, mají univerzální platnost a opřít se o ně může úplně každý, kdo chce být objektivní a neztratit se v nástrahách života v 21. století. Zkusme se tedy zamyslet nad tím, co vlastně znamená pravda, proč je důležité pochybovat, jaké jsou výhody a nevýhody zjednodušování, proč máme v oblibě konspirační teorie, jak funguje lidský mozek, co dělat s vlastními předsudky, proč opírat svá tvrzení o důkazy Každý z nás se může naučit přemýšlet jako vědec!

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Paradox - Jim Al-Khalili

Jim Al-Khalili is about to untangle the world''s greatest science conundrums...___________How does the fact that it gets dark at night prove the Universe must have started with a big bang? Where are all the aliens? Why does the length of a piece of string vary depending on how fast it is moving?Our subject is ''perceived paradoxes'' - questions or thought-experiments that on first encounter seem impossible to answer, but which science has been able to solve. Our tour of these mind-expanding puzzles will take us through some of the greatest hits of science - from Einstein''s theories about space and time, to the latest ideas of how the quantum world works. Some of our paradoxes may be familiar, such as Schrödinger''s famous cat, which is seemingly alive and dead at the same time; or the Grandfather Paradox - if you travelled back in time and killed your grandfather you would not have been born and would not therefore have killed your grandfather. Other paradoxes will be new to you, but no less bizarre and fascinating.In resolving our paradoxes we will have to travel to the furthest reaches of the Universe and explore the very essence of space and time. Hold ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Sunfall - Jim Al-Khalili

From renowned theoretical physicist, broadcaster and author Jim Al-Khalili, comes this thrilling debut novel drawing on cutting-edge science and set in a near-future full of dazzling technologies. 2041 and the world as we know it grinds to a halt. Our planet seems to be turning against itself - it would appear that the magnetic field, that protects life on Earth from deadly radiation from space, is failing . . . Desperate to quell the mass hysteria that would surely follow, world governments have concealed this rapidly emerging Armageddon. But a young Iranian hacktivist stumbles across the truth, and it becomes a race against time to reactivate the earth''s core using beams of dark matter. As a small team of brave and brilliant scientists battle to find a way of transforming theory into practice, they face a fanatical group intent on pursuing their own endgame agenda: for they believe mankind to be a plague upon this earth and will do anything, commit any crime, to ensure that the project fails . . .And so bring about humanity''s end.

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Life at the Edge - Ken Crossan

This book is a wonderful selection of inspiring photographs reflecting life along 147 miles of fretted Caithness coastline in the far north of Scotland. Divided into five broad habitats: harbours; seas; beaches, dunes and links; sea cliffs and stacks; and rocky shorelines, each photograph is accompanied by explanatory information, opening the door into a wider world for the interested reader. From tranquil, sandy beaches to imposing sea cliffs, rocky shorelines to wild surf, the Caithness coast is a delight for those who love nature and treasure the great outdoors. The geology of the coastal cliffs, where the Old Red Sandstone bedrock has been exposed to erosion from wind and wave over millennia provides a home for the vast colonies of breeding seabirds over the summer months and the dunes and links a haven where special little plants thrive despite their exposure to the raw energy of the sea to the north and east – all these factors combine to create one of the world’s great coasts. This is a coast where life is challenged by the unforgiving conditions of Scotland’s northernmost county; where life is at the edge of land and sea. Harbours provide a focal point for wildlife, from ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On The Edge - Sarah Turnerová

THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLERThe hilarious and heart-wrenching new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of STEPPING UP and THE UNMUMSY MUM.*******************‘Sarah Turner is pure joy’ Glamour‘Sarah Turner writes family like no one else. With her trademark humour and insight, Turner creates a colourful world of family secrets and misunderstandings, of arguments and avoidance, while also revealing the love that lies beneath. I loved it’ Katie Marsh, author of UNBREAK YOUR HEARTSometimes, in order to move forward, you need to go back.Joni’s always felt like an outsider in her blended family, and as an adult she’s done all she can to avoid them. The only person she’s remained close to is her beloved Nana.When Nana dies, she leaves behind something unexpected: an itinerary of pre-arranged activities for the whole family to complete over the course of a week. After years of trying but failing to bring Joni back into the fold, this appears to be Nana’s parting shot. After all, nothing says ‘family bonding’ quite like abseiling and ballroom dancing.With marriage and kids on the horizon, the life Joni’s always dreamed of is finally within touching distance. The last thing she wants to do is revisit the past.But Joni’s about ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Dancing On The Edge Of Greatness: Making Leadership Personal - Sophia Shi Yin Chin

This book is for anyone with ambitions to scale their impact at work in Asia. As a leader in Asia, you''re standing at the edge of greatness — as an individual, a team, and an organization. This is a fast-growing market that truly resonates with mobile first, with a large and growing population that is incredibly young. Universal access to knowledge and technology is empowering the individual to be a powerful force for positive change in the world. So why do we feel so powerless?Every day, you are under immense pressure to perform at the top of your game. But perfection is such a fragile thing. It''s not something you can cling on to, no matter how hard you work. Instead, you end up overwhelmed and burnt out. Somehow, somewhere, you got derailed. Where did you lose your edge? And more importantly, how do you get it back?This book will bring you into the corridors of power in Asia, the pantheon of the gods in the modern world. We dive into the murky depths of the minds of the most powerful individuals in organizations. I hope these incredible stories will not only engage your mind but inspire your corner-office lust ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Quantum - Jim Al-Khalili

From Schrodinger''s cat to Heisenberg''s uncertainty principle, this book untangles the weirdness of the quantum world.Quantum mechanics underpins modern science and provides us with a blueprint for reality itself. And yet it has been said that if you''re not shocked by it, you don''t understand it. But is quantum physics really so unknowable? Is reality really so strange? And just how can cats be half-alive and half-dead at the same time?Our journey into the quantum begins with nature''s own conjuring trick, in which we discover that atoms - contrary to the rules of everyday experience - can exist in two locations at once. To understand this we travel back to the dawn of the twentieth century and witness the birth of quantum theory, which over the next one hundred years was to overthrow so many of our deeply held notions about the nature of our universe. Scientists and philosophers have been left grappling with its implications every since.

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City on the Edge - Ho-fung Hung

For decades, Hong Kong has maintained precarious freedom at the edge of competing world powers. In City on the Edge, Ho-fung Hung offers a timely and engaging account of Hong Kong''s development from precolonial times to the present, with particular focus on the post 1997 handover period. Through careful analysis of vast economic data, a myriad of political events, and intricate networks of actors and ideas, Hung offers readers insight into the fraught economic, political, and social forces that led to the 2019 uprising, while situating the protests in the context of global finance and the geopolitics of the US-China rivalry. A provocative contribution to the discussion on Hong Kong''s position in today''s world, City on the Edge demonstrates that the resistance and repression of 2019-2020 does not spell the end of Hong Kong but the beginning of a long conflict with global repercussions.

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On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness - Andrew Peterson

More than 1 million copies sold worldwide. Discover the world of the Wingfeather Saga.NOW AN ANIMATED SERIES Watch now on, Prime Video, Angel Studios App or Apple TV.Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved by their noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather.After living for years under the occupation by the evil Fangs of Dang, the Igiby children find a map rumoured to lead to the lost Jewels of Anniera - the one thing the Fangs will do anything to find. The family is thrown headlong into a perilous adventure, uncovering truths that will change their world forever.On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is a tale children of all ages will cherish, families can read aloud, and readers'' groups are sure to enjoy discussing for its many layers of meaning.Extra features include new interior illustrations from Joe Sutphin, funny footnotes, a map of the fantastical world, and inventive appendices.Get this volume for your children and for yourself. It''s the kind of story that belongs on a shelf alongside the Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit. є є є є є Reader reviewMy eldest enjoyed this series immensely, and I ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A City on the Edge - Dennis R. McBride

Some years change the course of history. 2020 was one of those years. As a pandemic, lockdowns, and an economic downturn convulsed America, police killings of George Floyd and other African Americans touched off the largest protest movement in U.S. history. At the same time, mass shootings soared; many states saw unprecedented increases in gun-related incidents. Churning in the background were a bitter presidential election campaign and counterprotests opposing public health measures and the election result itself. Mayors of cities big and small struggled with some of these challenges, but Dennis McBride, the new mayor of a mid-sized, mostly-White suburb bordered by the majority-minority City of Milwaukee – called the "heartland of the heartland" – faced them all. His city, a microcosm of a troubled America, teetered on the verge of anarchy while playing a crucial role in the presidential election. A City on the Edge is the gripping story of how he and other mayors have steered America's hometowns through a storm of personal and political divisions. Though the chaos of 2020 has gradually subsided, it is still reverberating in the nation's economy, politics, and psyche. The changes sparked by the events of that historic year continue to vex ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Leading on the Edge - Zana Goic Petricevic

Have you settled for safety over impact? For comfort and mediocrity over reaching your full potential? If you disrupt this pattern – and make leading ‘on the edge’ your new standard – the extraordinary is within reach. This book is a call for bold action. Packed with powerful stories and actionable insights, it reveals the possibilities you can unlock and the empowering sense of agency you can achieve. Read Leading on the Edge to: • Identify what you truly care about and take the first steps to achieving it • Learn how to plan for and bring to life your project • Assess what risks you’re able to take and move from hesitation into courage • Embrace bold, game-changing ideas to create extraordinary impact • Make a difference—trust yourself, face the challenges, and lead with conviction to change the world

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On The Edge - Martin Keown

An Arsenal hero, invincible defender and now distinguished pundit, he is an icon of British football.His story. His words. The inspiring official and first memoir from the football legend and his parting reflections on life, leadership and love.''As hard-hitting as his tackles'' Daily Mail''Explosive'' Mail on Sunday''[Full of] brilliant stories'' Gary Lineker Over three revolutionary decades, Martin Keown played football at the highest level. He witnessed the birth of the Premier League, the arrival of the millionaire player and was a key player in one of the best sides of all time – Wenger’s Arsenal. So why has he always felt like a man battling on the edgeIn this autobiography, Keown recounts how a son of working-class Irish parents, raised in a hostile England during the unrest of the 1970s, rose to be an automatic and enduring pick for club and country; the outsider who stayed the distance while so many insiders fell away.Over his career, Keown played alongside some of the world’s finest footballers – including Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Tony Adams, David Beckham – and under inspirational managers – Arsène Wenger, Kevin Keegan, Sven-Göran Eriksson, Howard Kendall. He was the backbone for many years of the invincible Arsenal ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Darkness On The Edge Of Town - Matthew Hattersley

"Fans of David Baldacci, Lee Child, David Silva and Mark Dawson, brace yourselves - you won''t be able to put this one down." - Reader Review"Absolutely brilliant. If I could give it 10 stars I would" - Reader Review__________________________________________________________________________They thought John Beckett would be an easy target. They thought wrong. Deep undercover as a ruthless crime lordÂ’s right-hand man, secret service officer John BeckettÂ’s mission suddenly takes a deadly turn. When a mysterious data leak puts his life on the line, he must make a choice that will change his life forever.On the run and with danger tailing him, Beckett races against time to save his niece, Amber, from vicious kidnappers. But with deadly threats closing in, he comes to the startling revelation he can trust no oneÂ… not even his closest allies.The streets of London become a battlefield as Beckett struggles to stay one step ahead of his enemies and protect Amber - all the while confronting the dark truth about The Consortium, a shadowy organisation that will stop at nothing to maintain its grip on power.Can Beckett save Amber and bring down those intent on destroying him? Or will he become the ultimate pawn in their deadly game? ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On the Edge of Human Imagination - Michel Thys

In this fascinating book, Michel Thys explores the limitations of human imagination and symbolisation, showing the potentially destructive result of a mind that cannot confront reality. His wide-ranging research takes us into the domain of the unimaginable, unthinkable and unspeakable.Divided into four parts, On the Edge of Human Imagination sees Thys adopt a phenomenological perspective to move through experiences encountered in the analystÂ’s room, from depression and psychosis to PTSD. Through a dialogue with philosophers such as Jean-Paul Sartre, Maurice Blanchot and Emmanuel Levinas, Thys investigates the relationship between fascination, identification, socio-cultural phenomena and aesthetic pleasure. Throughout, he uses the paintings of Edward Hopper, SophoclesÂ’ Antigone, Mary ShelleyÂ’s Frankenstein, Franz KafkaÂ’s Metamorphosis and Charlie ChaplinÂ’s Modern Times to support his ideas. Integrating Freudian, Kleinian and Bionian theories, he shows the psychic impact of humanityÂ’s attempt to balance fear and passion on the edge of the imaginable, and the liminality of the search for meaning. The book brings together psychoanalytic theory and practice and philosophical anthropology, confronting, in the end, FreudÂ’s ideas of the death drive with SartreÂ’s understanding of the desire for being as the main driving force in human existence. This book offers an illuminating evaluation of what it ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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TT Isle of Man Ride on the Edge 2 - PC DIGITAL (901945)

Hra na PC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Steam, žánr: simulátor a závodní, Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! TT Isle of Man Ride on the Edge 2 PC přináší závody na více než 60 km tratí. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Nezalekněte se závratné rychlosti, která vyžaduje dobré jezdecké dovednosti. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Otevřený svět TT Isle of Man Ride on the Edge 2 PC přináší spoustu nových funkcí jako otevřený svět, přepracovaná fyzika nebo klasické motorky. Není vyplněn...

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On the Edge - Nate Silver

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Signal and the Noise, the definitive guide to our era of risk―and the players raising the stakesIn the bestselling The Signal and the Noise, Nate Silver showed how forecasting would define the age of Big Data. Now, in this timely and riveting new book, Silver investigates "The River," or those whose mastery of risk allows them to shape―and dominate―so much of modern life.These professional risk takers―poker players and hedge fund managers, crypto true-believers and blue-chip art collectors―can teach us much about navigating the uncertainty of the 21st century. By embedding within these worlds, Silver offers insight into a range of issues that affect us all, from the frontiers of finance to the future of AI.The River has increasing amounts of wealth and power in our society, and understanding their mindset―including the flaws in their thinking―is key to understanding what drives technology and the global economy today. There are certain commonalities in this otherwise diverse group: high tolerance for risk; appreciation of uncertainty; affinity for numbers; skill at de-coupling; self-reliance and a distrust of the conventional wisdom. For the River, complexity is baked in, and the work is how to navigate it, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On the Edge - Nate Silver

AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER''Masterly... Utterly compelling... A highly readable and engaging tour'' Sam Freedman, The TimesFrom the New York Times bestselling author of The Signal and the Noise, the definitive guide to our era of risk—and the players raising the stakesIn the bestselling The Signal and the Noise, Nate Silver showed how forecasting would define the age of Big Data. Now, in this timely and riveting new book, Silver investigates "The River," or those whose mastery of risk allows them to shape—and dominate—so much of modern life. These professional risk takers—poker players and hedge fund managers, crypto true-believers and blue-chip art collectors—can teach us much about navigating the uncertainty of the 21st century. By embedding within these worlds, Silver offers insight into a range of issues that affect us all, from the frontiers of finance to the future of AI.The River has increasing amounts of wealth and power in our society, and understanding their mindset—including the flaws in their thinking—is key to understanding what drives technology and the global economy today. There are certain commonalities in this otherwise diverse group: high tolerance for risk; appreciation of uncertainty; affinity for numbers; skill at de-coupling; self-reliance and a distrust of the conventional wisdom. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Woman on the Edge of Time - Marge Piercy

''One of those rare novels that leave us different people at the end than we were at the beginning.'' GLORIA STEINEM''She is a serious writer who deserves the sort of considered attention which, too often, she does not get...'' MARGARET ATWOOD_______________________________________Often compared to Margaret Atwood''s The Handmaid''s Tale and Naomi Alderman''s The Power - Woman on the Edge of Time has been hailed as a classic of speculative science fiction. Disturbing and forward thinking, Marge Piercy''s remarkable novel will speak to a new generation of readers.Connie Ramos has been unjustly incarcerated in a mental institution with no hope of release. The authorities view her as a danger to herself and to others. Her family has given up on her.But Connie has a secret - a way to escape the confines of her cell. She can see the future. . .For fans of THE HANDMAID''S TALE and THE POWER, this is a reissue of a much loved feminist classic.

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Life on the Mississippi - Rinker Buck

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * “Audacious…Life on the Mississippi sparkles.” —The Wall Street Journal * “A rich mix of history, reporting, and personal introspection.” —St. Louis Post-Dispatch * “Both a travelogue and an engaging history lesson about America’s westward expansion.” —The Christian Science Monitor The eagerly awaited return of master American storyteller Rinker Buck, Life on the Mississippi is an epic, enchanting blend of history and adventure in which Buck builds a wooden flatboat from the grand “flatboat era” of the 1800s and sails it down the Mississippi River, illuminating the forgotten past of America’s first western frontier.Seven years ago, readers around the country fell in love with a singular American voice: Rinker Buck, whose infectious curiosity about history launched him across the West in a covered wagon pulled by mules and propelled his book about the trip, The Oregon Trail, to ten weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Now, Buck returns to chronicle his latest incredible adventure: building a wooden flatboat from the bygone era of the early 1800s and journeying down the Mississippi River to New Orleans. A modern-day Huck Finn, Buck casts off down the river on the flatboat Patience accompanied by an eccentric crew ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On The Edge - Richard Hammond

Gripping account by Richard Hammond of life before and after his terrifying high-speed car crash.Richard Hammond is one of our most in-demand and best-loved television presenters. In September 2006, he suffered a serious brain injury following a high-speed car crash. ON THE EDGE is his compelling account of life before and after the accident and an honest description of his recovery, full of drama and incident. An adrenalin junkie long before his association with Top Gear, Richard tells the story of his life, from the small boy showing off with ridiculous stunts on his bicycle to the adolescent with a near-obsessive attraction to speed and the smell of petrol.After a series of jobs in local radio, he graduated to television and eventually to Top Gear. His insights into the personalities, the camaraderie and the stunts for which Top Gear has become famous, make compulsive reading. It was whilst filming for Top Gear that Richard was involved in a high speed crash, driving a jet-powered dragster. His wife Mindy tells the story of the anxious hours and days of watching and waiting until he finally emerged from his coma. In an extraordinarily powerful piece of writing, she and Richard then piece ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On the Edge of Trust - Patricia Bradley

Sometimes the closer you get to justice, the deadlier it becomes When decorated FBI undercover agent Scott Sinclair suffers a gunshot wound in his right arm, the injury threatens his future career in the field. He is determined to regain his former job by training himself to use his left hand, and failure is not an option--especially when he''s unofficially pulled into an investigation. Tori Mitchell is a passionate crime reporter and podcaster who has dedicated her life to seeking justice. Her relentless pursuit of the truth has freed a wrongfully convicted man from prison, making Tori an enemy of the true killer. When her nephew is accused of a different murder, nothing can stop her from getting involved and clearing his name. Soon after Tori and Scott reconnect on the case, shots are fired, leaving them to wonder which of them has been targeted. As the investigation intensifies, so do the threats and the sparks between them, but Tori''s doubtful if she can extend grace and trust to Scott. They''ll have to combine their skills and rely on their growing relationship to outsmart the killer. Perfect for fans of Lynette Eason, Lynn H. Blackburn, Elizabeth Goddard, and readers who ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Making Waves: Floating Homes and Life on the Water - Portland Mitchell

The ultimate inspirational guide for anyone dreaming of living on a boat of their own, featuring practical tips on everything from clever storage solutions to finding moorings and living off-grid. Every boat has a story. For thousands of years, water-borne vessels have provided livelihoods and catered to our spirit of adventure – as well as retreats from the pressures of modern life. It is little wonder that life on the water calls out to the creative and the curious – the mavericks, artists, architects, crafters and designers who have made their homes on barges, clippers and houseboats. Featuring an international range of vessels, Making Waves celebrates those outliers seeking a different way of life, exploring how living on a boat offers the chance to achieve a more satisfying life/work balance while holding much of the paraphernalia and constrictions of the modern world at bay. With stunning photography and packed with practical advice and inspiration, the book reveals how anyone can transform one-time working crafts into beautiful and unique places to live and work. Each home featured affords its dwellers a retreat. Some glide through extraordinary countryside; others bob companionably in city wharfs. Their interiors reflect the residents’ imaginations, styles, families ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Politics On the Edge - Rory Stewart

A searing insider’s account of ten extraordinary years in Parliament from Rory Stewart, former Cabinet minister and co-presenter of breakout hit podcast The Rest Is Politics ‘The most exceptional political memoir I’ve ever read’ ALAN JOHNSON ‘An instant classic’ MARINA HYDE ‘At last a politician who can write’ SEBASTIAN FAULKS The Times Political Book of the Year Over the course of a decade, Rory Stewart went from being a political outsider to standing for prime minister – before being sacked from a Conservative Party that he had come to barely recognise. Uncompromising, honest and darkly humorous, this is his story of the challenges, absurdities and realities of political life. Instantly praised as a new classic, it is an astonishing portrait of our turbulent times.‘Genuinely eye-opening…always riveting, often horrifying’ iNEWS‘Beautifully written’ GUARDIAN‘Hugely entertaining’EVENING STANDARD**A FINANCIAL TIMES, GUARDIAN, SUNDAY TIMES, DAILY TELEGRAPH, TIMES, OBSERVER, i NEWSPAPER, NEW STATESMAN, PROSPECT, CHURCH TIMES AND SCOTSMAN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023** Politics on the Edge was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller from 09.09.23–16.09.23, and 09.12.23–16.12.23, and 30.12.23–06.01.24

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Arsenal: On the Edge - Alex Fynn, Kevin Whitcher

Arsenal: On the Edge is a comprehensive analysis that delves into everything from squad-building and selections to triumphs and controversies, reflecting on what the team need to do to ensure that 2025/26 sees the end of Arsenal's twenty-year wait for the Premier League title.

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Island on the Edge of the World - Charles Maclean

For more than two thousand years the people of St Kilda remained remote from the world. Their society was viable, utopian even; but in the nineteenth century the islands were discovered by missionaries, do-gooders and tourists, who brought with them money, disease and despotism. In 1930, the few remaining islanders were evacuated, no longer able to support themselves.An exploration of the life and death of the remote Hebridean society, Island on the Edge of the World is a moving account of human endeavour.

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TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 - PS4 (3665962020144)

Hra na konzoli - PS4 / PS4 Pro, PS5 (s mechanikou), krabicová verze, žánr: simulátor a závodní, pro online hraní vyžaduje předplatné PlayStation Plus, - The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je nejepičtější, nejnebezpečnější a nejvelkolepější závod na světě. Trať je dlouhá 60 km, vede po cestách ostrova Man, zahrnuje 264 zatáček a vyžaduje výkonné motorky připravené speciálně pro tento závod. TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 - PS4/PS5 bezkonkurenční závodyZávod na Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je prostě neuvěřitelný – je to nejtěžší, nejrizikovější a nejúchvatnější závod na celém světě. S jeho tratí, dlouhou 60 km, která vede přes cesty ostrova Man, obsahujících 264 zatáček, si dokáže poradit jen ten nejlepší závodník na nejvýkonnějším stroji. Jen ti nejodvážnější a nejtalentovanější závodníci se zde mohou postavit na startovní čáru a bojovat o titul šampiona TT na Isle of Man a pro mnoho z nich je to cíl celého...

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TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 - Nintendo Switch (3665962020373)

Hra na konzoli - Nintendo Switch, krabicová verze, žánr: simulátor a závodní, - The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je nejepičtější, nejnebezpečnější a nejvelkolepější závod na světě. Trať je dlouhá 60 km, vede po cestách ostrova Man, zahrnuje 264 zatáček a vyžaduje výkonné motorky připravené speciálně pro tento závod. TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 - Nintendo Switch bezkonkurenční závodyZávod na Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je prostě neuvěřitelný – je to nejtěžší, nejrizikovější a nejúchvatnější závod na celém světě. S jeho tratí, dlouhou 60 km, která vede přes cesty ostrova Man, obsahujících 264 zatáček, si dokáže poradit jen ten nejlepší závodník na nejvýkonnějším stroji. Jen ti nejodvážnější a nejtalentovanější závodníci se zde mohou postavit na startovní čáru a bojovat o titul šampiona TT na Isle of Man a pro mnoho z nich je to cíl celého života....

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TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 - Xbox (3665962020274)

Hra na konzoli - Xbox One S / Xbox One X, Xbox Series X, krabicová verze, žánr: simulátor a závodní, pro online hraní vyžaduje předplatné Xbox Live Gold, - The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je nejepičtější, nejnebezpečnější a nejvelkolepější závod na světě. Trať je dlouhá 60 km, vede po cestách ostrova Man, zahrnuje 264 zatáček a vyžaduje výkonné motorky připravené speciálně pro tento závod. TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 Xbox - bezkonkurenční závodyZávod na Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je prostě neuvěřitelný – je to nejtěžší, nejrizikovější a nejúchvatnější závod na celém světě. S jeho tratí, dlouhou 60 km, která vede přes cesty ostrova Man, obsahujících 264 zatáček, si dokáže poradit jen ten nejlepší závodník na nejvýkonnějším stroji. Jen ti nejodvážnější a nejtalentovanější závodníci se zde mohou postavit na startovní čáru a bojovat o titul šampiona TT na Isle of Man a pro mnoho z nich je to cíl celého...

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TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 - PS5 (3665962020212)

Hra na konzoli - PS5 (s mechanikou), krabicová verze, žánr: simulátor a závodní, - The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je nejepičtější, nejnebezpečnější a nejvelkolepější závod na světě. Trať je dlouhá 60 km, vede po cestách ostrova Man, zahrnuje 264 zatáček a vyžaduje výkonné motorky připravené speciálně pro tento závod. TT Isle Of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 PS5 - bezkonkurenční závodyZávod na Isle of Man Tourist Trophy je prostě neuvěřitelný – je to nejtěžší, nejrizikovější a nejúchvatnější závod na celém světě. S jeho tratí, dlouhou 60 km, která vede přes cesty ostrova Man, obsahujících 264 zatáček, si dokáže poradit jen ten nejlepší závodník na nejvýkonnějším stroji. Jen ti nejodvážnější a nejtalentovanější závodníci se zde mohou postavit na startovní čáru a bojovat o titul šampiona TT na Isle of Man a pro mnoho z nich je to cíl celého života....

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TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 3 (3665962020311)

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FrostPunk: On The Edge (PC) Klíč Steam (1168135)

Hra na PC - elektronická licence, klíč pro Steam, žánr: strategie, Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Hra FrostPunk: On The Edge PC je třetím doplňkem k rozšíření základní hry. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Ke hraní je vyžadováno vlastnictví základní hry FrostPunk PC. Není vyplněn Alternativní text k fotografii! Přijměte roli vůdce Vžijte se do role vůdce nové základny poblíž armádního skladu. Nedostatek surovin je na denním pořádku. Každé rozhodnutí má své dopady. Není vyplněn...

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On The Edge - Nicola Garrard

What if the life you were promised was taken from you? What would you do to get it back?Rhys lives in a coastal town in South Devon, where seasonal work dries up as winter storms hit, housing is hard to come by and livelihoods are threatened by distant bureaucrats. Life is much harder for Rhys and his two younger brothers than tourists can possibly know.It is only when surfing that Rhys finds solace in the beauty around him: the crashing waves, towering cliffs and sandy beaches. But when that solace is taken, his tinder-dry rage is soon ignited. Determined to defend his family from a life blighted by social neglect and poverty, Rhys is drawn to Dodo, a radical political activist inspired by the Welsh protest group, Meibion Glyndŵr. Before long, Rhys'' actions spiral out of control, with dire consequences for himself and those he loves.Set in a coastal town and drawing on the author''s own rural childhood, this YA / crossover novel explores how young people''s futures are built – and defended – on shifting and uneven ground, where tides of tourism, gentrification and second-home ownership erode the traditional ways of life and financial stability of locals. Beautifully drawn ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Meriem Bennani – Life on the CAPS - Emily LaBarge, Tiffany Malakooti, Negar Azimi, Meriem Bennani

A catalog for an exhibition of the latest chapter in Miriem Bennani’s CAPS film project. Meriem Bennani is a Moroccan artist who lives and works in New York. Life on the CAPS is the final chapter in her film trilogy of the same name. Set in a supernatural, dystopian future surrounding a fictional island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, it is rooted in Bennani’s research and reflections on the histories of island societies, biotechnology, and vernacular music. Layering live-action footage and computer-generated animation, Bennani intuitively adapts editing techniques that evoke documentary film, science fiction, phone footage, music videos, and reality TV. Her one-person exhibition at the Renaissance Society marked the debut of this personal, electric yet melancholic consideration of what it is to live in a state of limbo, and this accompanying book captures the film through a combination of still images and selections from a transcript of the film. Enacting a variety of cunning shifts, Life on the CAPS moves fluidly from the imaginary to the geopolitical and ranges from the microscopic scale of DNA to the global eye of surveillance. At the same time, it engages with the power of individual experience as well as the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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On the Edge of Darkness - Barbara Erskinová

Stunning repackage of the story of a woman trapped in the wrong time. Abandoned by her twentieth century lover, she plots a terrible revenge on him and his family.Adam Craig is fourteen when he meets Brid near an isolated Celtic stone in the wild Scottish Highlands – he is fascinated by her. They become friends, and, in time, passionate lovers. She leads him, unsuspecting, into the sixth century, where she has mastered the ancient mysteries and dangerous magic of the Druids.In her obsession with Adam, Brid is seen as a traitor by her people, only escaping death by following Adam to Edinburgh, when he leaves home to study medicine.As the years pass he makes new friends and finds new love. But Brid is consumed by jealousy and haunts him like an evil shadow, until, fifty years on, Adam’s granddaughter helps him discover the secret that will free them from the terror of Brid’s curse.Readers LOVE Barbara Erskine:‘Atmospheric’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Enthralling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Spellbinding’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Another fabulous read from the mistress of the genre’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Immensely and deeply immersive fiction’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved every minute’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An exceptional writer of great books’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘You can rely on this author to keep you wanting more’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A joy to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Captivating and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Sensory: Life on the Spectrum - Bex Ollerton

A colorful and eclectic comics anthology exploring a wide range of autistic experiences—from diagnosis journeys to finding community—from autistic contributors.From artist and curator Bex Ollerton comes an anthology featuring comics from thirty autistic creators about their experiences of living in a world that doesn’t always understand or accept them. Sensory: Life on the Spectrum contains illustrated explorations of everything from life pre-diagnosis to tips on how to explain autism to someone who isn't autistic, to suggestions for how to soothe yourself when you’re feeling overstimulated. With unique, vibrant comic-style illustrations and the emotional depth and vulnerability of memoir, this book depicts these varied experiences with the kind of insight that only those who have lived them can have.

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Shell Life on the Seashore - Philip Street

''Armed with this intrepid survey, we can see a brave new world down there on the beach ... Exquisite revelation, of the most wonderful, watery kind.'' - Philip HoareFor many, the highlights of seaside holidays are rockpooling and gathering the glorious array of shells left strewn on the beach after the receding tide. Attracted by the infinite variety of shapes and colours, visitors can never resist making a souvenir collection of their own - but little do they suspect the fascinating lives of the animals who once occupied them. What if each shell had a story of its own to tell us, if only we knew the language? Mr Street’s delightful, informative guide uncovers the secret history of each common shell, revealing not only which marine creature once inhabited it but the unique challenges of its watery habitat it had to solve. From barnacles to oysters, cockles to sea slugs, winkles to carnivorous snails, molluscs and lesser-known members of the octopus family, Shell Life on the Seashore is the essential primer for recognising and collecting both these curious specimens and the ''empties'' they leave behind - and will greatly increase the old-fashioned pleasures of a coastal holiday for all the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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My Life on the Mountain - Marion Brand

Official selection of the Bologna International Children''s Book Fair BRAW Amazing BookshelfAn illustrated look at the real experiences of running an alpine dairy farm, from early morning to late at night. Discover mountain life with a shepherdess! Author and illustrator Marion Brand spent a long summer tending goats and cows on a mountain farm. In comic book style, she draws on her experiences and those of another shepherdess, Flavie, to showcase all the tasks mountain herders do each day—milking, driving tractors, cutting wood, making cheese, and much more! Up before the sun, the shepherdess is always busy: caring for the animals, working at her computer, and delivering her goods to town. Her life is full and the day is never long enough to do it all. And every day, it starts all over again! This book demystifies mountain farm work while celebrating a hard-working woman. Marion’s striking illustrations will spark the imaginations of children who love animals and the outdoors. The final pages of the book share different stories of herders around the world.

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Sixth Grave on the Edge - Jones Darynda

Most girls might think twice before getting engaged to someone like Reyes Farrow---but Charley Davidson is not most girls. She''s a paranormal private eye and grim reaper-in-training who''s known to be a bit of a hell-raiser, especially after a few shots of caffeine. Her beloved Reyes may be the only begotten son of evil, but he''s dark and sultry and deeply sexy and everything Charley could hope for. Really. But when the FBI file on Reyes''s childhood happens to land in her lap, she can''t help herself: She opens it . . . and then the real fun begins. First, Charley finds a naked corpse riding shotgun in her car. Then, a man loses his soul in a card game. Throw in a Deaf boy who sees dead people, a woman running from mobsters, and a very suspicious Reyes, and things can''t get any worse for Charley. Unless, of course, the Twelve Beasts of Hell are unleashed. . . .''Ubertalented Jones keeps stirring the plot and throwing in crazy new developments, guaranteed to keep her characters and readers off balance'' RT Book Reviews

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Myths on the Edge of Empire: How Classical Mythology Spread throughout Roman Britain - Steven Paul Turner

This study traces the spread of classical mythology in Roman Britain through detailed case studies of gods and heroes, thematic analyses, and material culture. It reveals how myths were adapted at the empire’s edge, illuminating processes of cultural transmission, identity, and religious practice.

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Ana on the Edge - A. J. Sass

Twelve-year-old Ana-Marie Jin, the reigning US Juvenile figure skating champion, is not a frilly dress kind of kid. So, when Ana learns that next season''s program will be princess themed, doubt forms fast. Still, Ana tries to focus on training and putting together a stellar routine worthy of national success.Once Ana meets Hayden, a transgender boy new to the rink, thoughts about the princess program and gender identity begin to take center stage. And when Hayden mistakes Ana for a boy, Ana doesn''t correct him and finds comfort in this boyish identity when he''s around. As their friendship develops, Ana realizes that it''s tricky juggling two different identities on one slippery sheet of ice. And with a major competition approaching, Ana must decide whether telling everyone the truth is worth risking years of hard work and sacrifice.

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Discovering the Busy Life on the Farm - TJ McAllister

Have you ever wondered what life would be like if you lived on a farm? What would you do and see each day? Would you help to feed and care for the animals? Would you plant and pick crops in the fields? In this charming board book, young children will learn what daily life is like on a farm. This one-of-a-kind book features beautiful full-colour illustrations, educational captions, vocabulary words, peek-inside cut-out accents, and hidden chambers to be revealed. Designed to educate and entertain children ages 3-6, this is the next title in our popular Peek-Inside Series.

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Sugar - Bernice L. McFadden

Sugar is young, confident and hoping to start over. ''Poignant and bittersweet, this novel is a joy'' Richard & JudyWhen she arrives in the southern town of Bigelow, it isn’t long before the neighbourhood is alight with gossip and suspicion. Sugar fears her past is catching up with her. Then she meets Pearl, a woman trying to forget her own trauma. As these next-door neighbours become unlikely friends, they wonder if their lives could finally be changing for the better. But small towns have long memories.Perfect for fans of Demon Copperhead and The Bluest Eye, Sugar is a classic waiting to be rediscovered.''Riveting... Searing and expertly imagined'' TONI MORRISON on The Warmest December by Bernice L. McFadden''A page-turning novel guaranteed to be looked back on as a timeless classic'' INDEPENDENT''This book is so engaging and beautiful and intriguing and satisfying that I could not put it down'' ELLEReaders are falling for Sugar''Such an enjoyable read... beautifully written, raw and impactful''''Riveting, heart-breaking''''Very powerful, poignant''''Beautifully written... brutal and moving... a must read book''''Well-written with rich characters and many twists and turns''''So descriptive yet easy to read, and it made me fall in love with all the characters''Richard and Judy Book Club Pick, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Island on the Edge of the World - Deborah Rodriguezová

Haiti. A poor country rich in courage, strength and love. As these four women are about to discover.Charlie, the rootless daughter of American missionaries, now working as a hairdresser in Northern California. But the repercussions of a traumatic childhood far from home have left her struggling for her way in life.Bea, Charlie''s eccentric grandmother, who is convinced a reunion with her estranged mother will help Charlie heal.Lizbeth, a Texas widow who has never strayed too far from home. She is on a daunting journey into the unknown, searching for the grandchild she never knew existed.And Senzey, a young Haitian mother dealing with a lifetime of love and loss, who shows them the true meaning of bravery. Together they venture through the teeming, colorful streets of Port-au-Prince, into the worlds of do-gooders doing more harm than good, Vodou practitioners, artists, activists, and everyday Haitian men and women determined to survive against all odds.For Charlie, Bea, Lizbeth and Senzey, life will never be the same again . . .

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Stranger Things: Darkness on the Edge of Town - Adam Christopher

Chief Jim Hopper reveals long-awaited secrets to Eleven about his old life as a police detective in New York City, confronting his past before the events of the hit show Stranger Things.Christmas, Hawkins, 1984. All Chief Jim Hopper wants is to enjoy a quiet first Christmas with Eleven, but his adopted daughter has other plans. Over Hopper's protests, she pulls a cardboard box marked "New York" out of the basement-and the tough questions begin. Why did Hopper leave Hawkins all those years ago? What does "Vietnam" mean? And why has he never talked about New York?Although he'd rather face a horde of demogorgons than talk about his own past, Hopper knows that he can't deny the truth any longer. And so begins the story of the incident in New York-the last big case before everything changed...Summer, New York City, 1977. Hopper is starting over after returning home from Vietnam. A young daughter, a caring wife, and a new beat as an NYPD detective make it easy to slip back into life as a civilian. But after shadowy federal agents suddenly show and seize the files about a series of brutal, unsolved murders, Hopper takes matters into his own hands, risking ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Living on the Edge of Empire - Rob Collins

Dr Rob Collins and the curators of the remarkable collections from Hadrian''s Wall present a striking new contribution to understanding the archaeology of a Roman frontier.Dr Rob Collins and the curators of the remarkable collections from Hadrian''s Wall present a striking new contribution to understanding the archaeology of a Roman frontier.This highly illustrated volume showcases the artifacts recovered from archaeological investigations along Hadrian''s Wall in order to examine the daily lives of those living along the Northern Frontier of the Roman Empire. Presented by theme, no other book offers such a diverse and thorough range of the rich material culture of the Wall.The accompanying text provides an ethnographic perspective, guiding us through the everyday lives of the people of frontier communities, from the Commanding Officer to the local farmer. This holistic view allows us an insight into the homes and communities, how people dressed, what they ate and drank, their religions and beliefs, domestic and military forms of security, and how they conducted their business and pleasure.

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