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The Irresistible Attraction of Gravity - Luciano Rezzolla

The mystery of gravity has captivated us for centuries. But what is gravity and how does it work? This engaging book delves into the bizarre and often counter-intuitive world of gravitational physics. Join distinguished astrophysicist Professor Luciano Rezzolla on this virtual journey into Einstein''s world of gravity, with each milestone presenting ever more fascinating aspects of gravitation. Through gentle exposure to concepts such as spacetime curvature and general relativity, you will discover some of the most curious consequences of gravitational physics, such as black holes, neutron stars and gravitational waves. The author presents and explains one of the most impressive scientific achievements of recent times: the first image of a supermassive black hole. Written by one of the key scientists involved in producing these results, you''ll get a behind-the-scenes view of how the image was captured and discover what happens to matter and light near a black hole.

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The Irresistible Inheritance Of Wilberforce - Paul Torday

From the bestselling author of the Richard & Judy selected SALMON FISHING IN THE YEMEN.''Exceptionally accomplished ... a near masterpiece'' DAILY EXPRESS''Heart-wrenching ... a mesmerising page-turner'' MAIL ON SUNDAY''Delightfully written...Paul Torday is a remarkably original novelist'' EVENING STANDARDLate one summer evening, Wilberforce - rich, young, and work-obsessed - makes a detour on his way home to the vast undercroft of Caerlyon Hall, and the domain of Francis Black, a place where wine, hospitality and affection flow freely.Through Francis, Wilberforce is initiated into a life rich in the promise of friendship and adventure, where, through his new set of friends, the possibility of finding acceptance, and even falling in love, seems finally to be within his reach.Wilberforce becomes a willing pupil to Francis, and in the cellars of Caerlyon he nurtures a new-found passion for wine. But even the finest wine can leave a bitter aftertaste, and Wilberforce will learn the undercroft''s unpalatable secrets, and that passion comes at a price ...

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Gravity Falls: Lost Legends - Alex Hirsch

A collection of four all-new strange stories from the sleepy town of Gravity Falls in one original New York Times bestselling graphic novel. Written by Alex Hirsch. As told by Shmebulock. The first story, Face It, is about Pacifica summoning a monster who steals Mabel's face. The second story, Comix Up, is about Stan getting trapped in a world of comics. In Don't Dimension It, Mabel gets pulled into a multi-verse filled with many different Mabels. And in Pines Brothers: The Jersey Devil's in the Details, a young Stan and Ford attempt to catch a supernatural jewel thief. Illustrated by Asaf Hanuka, Dana Terrace, Ian Worrel, Jacob Chabot, Jim Campbell, Joe Pitt, Kyle Smeallie, Meredith Gran, Mike Holmes, Priscilla Tang, Serina Hernandez, Stephanie Ramirez, and Valerie Halla. About the Author Alex Hirsch is a writer, animator, voice actor, and director. He is best known for creating Gravity Falls on Disney XD and for co-writing the #1 New York Times best-selling book Journal 3. He was raised in Piedmont, California, and received a BFA in Character Animation from The California Institute of the Arts. He currently lives in Los Angeles, and is at work developing projects for Film & TV. Follow ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Gravity - Rebecca Pettiford

What keeps us from floating away? Earth’s gravity! This invisible force keeps our feet on the ground and the moon in our sky. This title introduces young students to the awesome power of gravity, on our planet and in the black holes in galaxies far away.

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Concentric Gravity - David G H Crawford

A thought-provoking book by a free thinker which encourages us to recognise the historic misconception of gravity.

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The Soul of Spice - Keith Sarasin

Perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs, this cookbook features a collection of authentic recipes that are as diverse as India itself. Savor creamy butter chicken, master the art of biryani, and discover the irresistible crunch of samosas—all beautifully presented with step-by-step instructions and expert cooking tips. Whether you''re preparing a comforting home meal or planning a feast for friends, each recipe promises bold and unforgettable flavors.Inside you’ll find:150+ recipes for classic dishes from every region of IndiaA history of Indian foodA detailed breakdown of fundamental ingredientsVibrant photography capturing the spirit of IndiaRediscover the magic of spices, learn the secrets behind iconic dishes, and bring the soul of Indian cooking to life. Whether you''re a foodie, a traveler, or simply curious about this dynamic cuisine, your next flavorful adventure begins here.For over a decade, chef Keith Sarasin has studied food from the Indian subcontinent. From working with chefs, food researchers, and archeologists across the subcontinent, chef Keith''s passion for the history, culture, and cuisine of the subcontinent drives his take on his dishes."When an American Chef willingly sets foot in an Indian kitchen, insists on training under an Indian woman and takes on the interminable challenge of introducing Indian ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Sherlock Holmes (The Hound of the Baskervilles) - Kid Classics - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Share the classic novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in an illustrated chapter storybook made for young readers! Perfectly thrilling, beginner readers will find the irresistible mystery of Kid Classics Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles just the right amount of detective work!Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote this classic tale about Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Watson more than one hundred years ago, and it''s a story that you can''t put down.When the Baskervilles are haunted by a giant, ghostly hound that glows eerily and howls outside their estate at night, no one can crack the case but Sherlock Holmes! Holmes and Watson track the fearsome hound through the Grimpen Mire and solve the mystery, along the way learning lessons about greed, truth, and illusion. With page after page of captivating illustrations, this magical hardcover will be the fought over favorite in your home and schoolroom!This just-for-kids retelling of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle''s classic Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles:Is an abridged, child-friendly retelling of original novelIs a beautiful illustrated hardcover with illustrations in each chapterIs perfect for homeschooling, school reading challenges, and beginning readers

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The Savage Isle - Michael Arnold

The old ways are dying, and a mighty empire is reaching out across the sea.Britannia, 42AD. The wild island at the fringe of the known world is in chaos.Cunobelin, High King of the Britons, is dead. His heirs, warrior princes Togodubnos and Caratacos, have spurned the careful alliances that kept the irresistible might of the Roman Empire from Britannia’s shores for so long.In this land of warriors, druids and kings, riven by conflict, orphan boy Cullen must fight for survival within a tribe he despises. Captured by the Catuvellauni after a brutal raid on his own Atrebates tribe, he must find his purpose swiftly if he is to avoid the murderous attentions of the chief druid.As the Britons turn inward, jostling for dominion, avaricious eyes look on from across the Narrow Sea. The mighty legions gather…This is the epic story of Britain on the cusp of the Roman conquest, of a clash of civilisations and the last cries of resistance from a doomed way of life.Praise for The Savage Isle ''There are several dawns in the history of these British Isles, but the dark before each one was never so impenetrable as that which preceded the Roman invasion of AD ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Savage Isle - Michael Arnold

The old ways are dying, and a mighty empire is reaching out across the sea.Britannia, 42AD. The wild island at the fringe of the known world is in chaos.Cunobelin, High King of the Britons, is dead. His heirs, warrior princes Togodubnos and Caratacos, have spurned the careful alliances that kept the irresistible might of the Roman Empire from Britannia’s shores for so long.In this land of warriors, druids and kings, riven by conflict, orphan boy Cullen must fight for survival within a tribe he despises. Captured by the Catuvellauni after a brutal raid on his own Atrebates tribe, he must find his purpose swiftly if he is to avoid the murderous attentions of the chief druid.As the Britons turn inward, jostling for dominion, avaricious eyes look on from across the Narrow Sea. The mighty legions gather…This is the epic story of Britain on the cusp of the Roman conquest, of a clash of civilisations and the last cries of resistance from a doomed way of life.Praise for The Savage Isle ''There are several dawns in the history of these British Isles, but the dark before each one was never so impenetrable as that which preceded the Roman invasion of AD ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A Wedding at the Chateau - Annabel French

My Best Friend''s Wedding meets Love Rosie in a heartwarming romantic comedy filled with second chances, friendship, and the irresistible magic of Italy.Two friends. One wedding. A love story that’s long overdue…Olivia and Nico were once inseparable best friends with shared hopes, dreams and plans for the future. But as life took its course, they took very different paths – leaving them with a challenging long-distance friendship.When Olivia receives an invitation to Nico''s wedding in Italy, she can hardly believe it. Despite her happiness for him, she can''t help but reflect on the roads not taken and the promises once made.As she arrives in the picturesque Tuscany, disaster strikes. The wedding venue has fallen through and Nico’s wife-to-be is a total Bridezilla.Love is definitely not in the air and Olivia is the only person who can help. Can she put her feelings aside for the sake of Nico’s happiness? Or will her presence cause more problems than it solves…?Tropes:- second chance romance- best friends to lovers- destined to be together- love epiphanyA Wedding at the Chateau is a romantic and heartwarming story, perfect for fans of Rebecca Raisin and Julie Caplin.Readers want to escape with Annabel French!‘A beautifully written feel-good ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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While the Light Lasts - Agatha Christie

Some of Agatha Christie’s earliest stories – including her very first – which show the Queen of Crime in the making…A macabre recurring dream … revenge against a blackmailer … jealousy, infidelity and a tortured conscience … a stolen gemstone … the haunting attraction of an ancient relic … a race against time … a tragic love triangle … a body in a box … an unexpected visitor from beyond the grave…Nine quintessential examples of Agatha Christie''s brilliance are contained in this new collection of early short stories – including the very first one she ever wrote – and provide a unique glimpse of the Queen of Crime in the making.

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The Bowerbird - Julia Donaldsonová

The Bowerbird is the irresistible tale of Bert – a small bird with a very big heart, from Number One bestselling Julia Donaldson and Catherine Rayner, winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal for Illustration.Bert the bowerbird has made the most perfect bower nest, complete with a pretty purple flower, and is hoping it will help him to meet the bird of his dreams. But will all his efforts to create a beautiful display be enough to win over Nanette?A stunningly illustrated book with a wonderful rhyming tale for little ones, from the creators of The Go-Away Bird.

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The Walk - Robert Walser

Ranging from one-page fantasies to novella-length studies of everyday existence, The Walk reveals the irresistible genius of one of the twentieth century''s greatest writers. Under-appreciated even in his own lifetime, Robert Walser has nonetheless been recognised by such writers as W.G. Sebald, Susan Sontag, Franz Kafka, Herman Hesse and J.M. Coetzee. Like Kafka and Sebald, Walser wrote about the solitude and unease of human existence. Honest, wry and idiosyncratic, his stories are snapshots of the lives great artists, poor young men, beautiful women and talking animals alike. Ranging from the realist to the allegorical, the short fiction collected in this volume demonstrates Walser''s uncanny ability to capture both life''s strangeness and its small joys.

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Basque Country of Spain and France Walking Guide - Philip Cooper

 The go-to Basque Country walking guide for discovering the best walks and car tours.  Strap on your boots and discover Basque Country on foot with the Sunflower Basque Country travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. The Sunflower Basque Country guide is indispensable for hiking in Basque Country or seeing Basque Country by car. This is the first guidebook to bring together hikes and tours in the Basque Country, which runs east from Bilbão in Spain to Biarritz in France and takes in famous places like Pamplona and stages on the Camino de Santiago.The entire Basque coast is mostly very rugged, with many thriving fishing towns and villages, plus the added attraction of splendid beaches. Inland the countryside is more mountainous, with lush green countryside. Don’t miss the award-winning Guggenheim Museum in Bilbão, the Pilgrims’ Route to Santiago, the San Fermines fiestas at Iruña-Pamplona, or stunning coastal resorts like Donostia-San Sebastián and Biarritz. But most of all, explore the remote picture-postcard villages and lush mountainous countryside straddling both sides of the Pyrenees — preferably on foot.Whatever your age or ability we’ve ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Final Cut - Michael Dobbs

REVISED AND UPDATED EDITIONFrancis Urquhart’s eventful career as Prime Minister comes to a spectacular end in the final volume in the Francis Urquhart trilogy – now with brand new material.He schemed his way to power in House of Cards and had a memorable battle of wills with the new king in ‘To Play the King’. Now Francis Urquhart is about to take his place in the record books as the longest-serving Prime Minister this century. Yet it seems the public is tiring of him at last, and the movement to force him from power is growing. But Urquhart is not yet ready to be driven from office. If the public demand new blood, that is precisely what he will give them…Francis Urquhart goes out in a blaze of glory in this final volume in the irresistible story of the most memorable politician of the decade.

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Ghosts of Greenglass House - Kate Milford

Welcome to the irresistible world of Greenglass House, where thirteen-year-old Milo is spending the winter holidays stuck in a house full of strange guests who are not what they seem. There are fresh clues to uncover as friends old and new join in his search for a mysterious map and a famous smuggler's lost haul.Sure to thrill both fans and newcomers, this smart, suspenseful tale offers ghosts, friendships, and a cast of unforgettable characters, all wrapped up in a cozy mystery.

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The Law of Attraction - Jerry Hicks, Esther Hicks

THE ESSENTIAL TEACHINGS OF ABRAHAM THAT INSPIRED MILLIONS – FROM #1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHORS OF THE INTERNATIONAL SENSATION, ASK AND IT IS GIVENA POWERFUL PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION BOOK THAT EXPLAINS HOW TO USE THE LAW OF ATTRACTION TO MANIFEST YOUR DREAM LIFE Within these pages, you'll learn how to be happier, and how all things, wanted and unwanted, are brought to you by this most powerful law of the universe, the Law of Attraction. (That which is like unto itself is drawn). You've most likely heard the saying "Birds of a feather flock together," aka the Law of Attraction. This has been alluded to by some of the greatest teachers in history, it has never before been explained in as clear and easy to understand terms as in this inspirational law of attraction basics book. Learn here about the omnipresent Laws that govern this Universe and how to make them work to your advantage. The understanding and consciousness shifts that you'll achieve by reading this book will take all the guesswork out of daily living. Sections Include:· Part I - Our Path to the Abraham Experience· The Universal Laws: Defined· Part II - The Law of Attraction· Part III: ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Gravity of Math - Shing-Tung Yau, Steve Nadis

"A must-read.”―Avi Loeb, New York Times–bestselling author of Extraterrestrial One of the preeminent mathematicians of the past half century shows how physics and math were combined to give us the theory of gravity and the dizzying array of ideas and insights that has come from it Mathematics is far more than just the language of science. It is a critical underpinning of nature. The famed physicist Albert Einstein demonstrated this in 1915 when he showed that gravity—long considered an attractive force between massive objects—was actually a manifestation of the curvature, or geometry, of space and time. But in making this towering intellectual leap, Einstein needed the help of several mathematicians, including Marcel Grossmann, who introduced him to the geometrical framework upon which his theory rest. In The Gravity of Math, Steve Nadis and Shing-Tung Yau consider how math can drive and sometimes even anticipate discoveries in physics. Examining phenomena like black holes, gravitational waves, and the Big Bang, Nadis and Yau ask: Why do mathematical statements, derived solely from logic, provide the best descriptions of our physical world? The Gravity of Math offers an insightful and compelling look into the power of mathematics—whose reach, like that of gravity, can extend ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Money, and the Law of Attraction - Jerry Hicks, Esther Hicks

A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ON THE LAW OF ATTRACTION - FROM THE AUTHORS OF THE WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON ASK AND IT IS GIVEN THAT INSPIRED THE HIT MOVIE, THE SECRETDISCOVER HOW TO USE THE MOST POWERFUL LAW IN THE UNIVERSE – THE LAW OF ATTRACTION TO HAVE MORE MONEY AND BETTER HEALTHThis Leading Edge abundance work by Esther and Jerry Hicks evolved from the transcription of the original teachings of Abraham, the loving group consciousness from the non-physical dimension, explains that the two subjects most chronically affected by the powerful Law of Attraction are financial and physical well-being. This motivational book will shine a spotlight on each of the most significant aspects of your life experience and then guide you to the conscious creative control of every aspect of your life, and also goes right to the heart of what most of you are probably troubled by: money and physical health. Not having enough money or not having good health puts you in the perfect position for creating more of that which you do not have. This classic manifesting book has been written to deliberately align you with the most powerful law in the universe—the Law of Attraction—so that ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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How the Earth Feels - Dana Luciano

In How the Earth Feels Dana Luciano examines the impacts of the new science of geology on nineteenth-century US culture. Drawing on early geological writings, Indigenous and settler accounts of earthquakes, African American antislavery literature, and other works, Luciano reveals how geology catalyzed transformative conversations regarding the intersections between humans and the nonhuman world. She shows that understanding the earth’s history geologically involved confronting the dynamic nature of inorganic matter over vast spans of time, challenging preconceived notions of human agency. Nineteenth-century Americans came to terms with these changes through a fusion of fact and imagination that Luciano calls geological fantasy. Geological fantasy transformed the science into a sensory experience, sponsoring affective and even erotic connections to the matter of the earth. At the same time, it was often used to justify accounts of evolution that posited a modern, civilized, and Anglo-American whiteness as the pinnacle of human development. By tracing geology’s relationship with biopower, Luciano illuminates how imagined connections with the earth shaped American dynamics of power, race, and colonization.

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The Gardens of Luciano Giubbilei - Andrew Wilson

Luciano Giubbilei is known for the understated elegance of his designs, but is constantly evolving his style and approach. This book examines 12 significant gardens from Giubbilei’s portfolio and each project is fully documented, from the preparation of mood boards to final planting and finishing.

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Breaking the Chains of Gravity - Amy Shira Teitel

The incredible story of spaceflight before the establishment of NASA.NASA’s history is a familiar story, one that typically peaks with Neil Armstrong taking his small step on the Moon in 1969. But America’s space agency wasn’t created in a vacuum. It was assembled from pre-existing parts, drawing together some of the best minds the non-Soviet world had to offer. In the 1930s, rockets were all the rage in Germany, the focus both of scientists hoping to fly into space and of the German armed forces, looking to circumvent the restrictions of the Treaty of Versailles. One of the key figures in this period was Wernher von Braun, an engineer who designed the rockets that became the devastating V-2. As the war came to its chaotic conclusion, von Braun escaped from the ruins of Nazi Germany, and was taken to America where he began developing missiles for the US Army. Meanwhile, the US Air Force was looking ahead to a time when men would fly in space, and test pilots like Neil Armstrong were flying cutting-edge, rocket-powered aircraft in the thin upper atmosphere.Breaking the Chains of Gravity tells the story of America’s nascent space program, its scientific advances, its personalities and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The World Atlas of Rivers, Estuaries, and Deltas - Carol Wilson, Stephen Darby, Luciana Esteves, Jim Best

A stunningly illustrated atlas of the world’s rivers, estuaries, and deltas, and their ecosystemsFrom the Congo and the Mekong to the Seine and the Mississippi, Earth’s rivers carve through landscapes before coursing into the world’s oceans through estuaries and deltas. Their inexorable flow carries sediment and more, acting as lifeblood for a variety of ecosystems and communities. More than any other surface feature of Earth, rivers, estuaries, and deltas are vitally important to our economic and social well-being, and our management of them often sits at the sharp edge of today’s most pressing environmental challenges. The World Atlas of Rivers, Estuaries, and Deltas takes readers on an unforgettable tour of these dynamic bodies of water, explaining how they function at each stage of their flow. Combining maps and graphics with informative essays and beautiful photos, this invaluable reference book will give you a new appreciation for the power that rivers, estuaries, and deltas wield.Features a wealth of color photos, maps, and infographicsBrings together invaluable perspectives from leading expertsDescribes the rich biodiversity associated with the world’s rivers, estuaries, and deltasExplains how rivers, estuaries, and deltas work, from river networks to deltaic floodplains, and sheds light on the erosion, movement, and deposition ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence - Floridi Luciano

The Ethics of Artificial Intelligence has two goals. The first goal is meta-theoretical and is fulfilled by Part One, which comprises the first three chapters: an interpretation of the past (Chapter 1), the present (Chapter 2), and the future of AI (Chapter 3). Part One develops the thesis that AI is an unprecedented divorce between agency and intelligence. On this basis, Part Two investigates the consequences of such a divorce, developing the thesis that AI as a new form of agency can be harnessed ethically and unethically. It begins (Chapter 4) by offering a unified perspective on the many principles that have been proposed to frame the ethics of AI. This leads to a discussion (Chapter 5) of the potential risks that may undermine the application of these principles, and then (Chapter 6) an analysis of the relation between ethical principles and legal norms, and a definition of soft ethics as post-compliance ethics. Part Two continues by analysing the ethical challenges caused by the development and use of AI (Chapter 7), evil uses of AI (Chapter 8), and good practices when applying AI (Chapter 9). The last group of chapters focuses on the design, development, and deployment of AI for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Unladylike Rules of Attraction - Amita Murray

The best Regency romp set in Bath since Persuasion! Good Housekeeping‘Sizzling romance with a splash of intrigue’ Julia Quinn''A dazzling romance … Unladylike Rules of Attraction has it all'' My Weekly''Delightfully engrossing … with a dash of peril – perfect for fans of Bridgerton'' Woman''s WeeklyReaders love the Marleigh sisters!''Such a joyous book'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review''Romantic, sexy, funny, exciting, touching and moving'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review''A scorching hot Regency romance'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review___________________________________________________As one of the daughters of an English Earl and his Indian Mistress, Anya Marleigh has defied Regency society’s rules by playing her sitar and singing beautifully for Queen Charlotte at the court of George III.When she comes into an unexpected inheritance, her change of fortune comes with a catch — she must marry before her twenty-fifth birthday or the money will go to her trustee — the infuriating but devilishly sexy Lord Damian Ashton, who also has the power to approve her choice of husband.As Anya begins to attract the wrong sort of marriage suitor, Lord Ashton is the only thing standing between her and a fate worse than death. But does he have his own reasons for hindering her happy ever after …?___________________________________________________Praise for Unladylike Rules of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Flesh and Spirit - Felipe Luciano

WINNER, AMERICAN BOOK AWARD Chronicles a Black Puerto Rican man's odyssey and transformation from an incarcerated gang member to the Co-Founder of the Young Lords Party. Growing up fatherless and poor, Felipe Luciano didn't yearn for wealth or dream of becoming a famous actor or athlete. He was tired of being poor and ached to be a man, to reach that point of sagacity, courage, and independence that would signal to the world that he was now a warrior, ready to fight the battle for truth and justice, to slay the dragon of evil, whatever that might be. In Flesh and Spirit, Luciano paints a vivid portrait of his life in New York City as a member of the city's Latino community as well as his pivotal role in the Young Lords and The Last Poets. Luciano's memoir begins when as a teenage Brooklyn gang member he is convicted of manslaughter. This pivotal moment changes the trajectory of his life. The American kid raised on Davy Crockett and Superman TV tales emerged from the womb of prison into a harsh, new monochromatic black/white world without the benefit of rose-colored glasses. It was a painful shattering of all his childhood beliefs ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Isaac Newton's Law of Gravity - Alex Woolf

This beautifully illustrated hardback book brings to life the story of Newton and his famous law of gravity for a new generation of inquisitive readers, written by award-winning author Alex Woolf.Among the many scientific advances that have shaped our world, few have been as important as Isaac Newton''s law of gravity which, along with his laws of motion, are used to this day to calculate the orbits of planes and send spacecraft to Mars. This fascinating guide explores Newton''s life and ideas, breaking down scientific principles into clear, easy-to-follow language that is approachable for young readers. • Explore Newton''s life story, his years spent pondering scientific puzzles, and the famous flash of inspiration beneath the apple tree that led to his revolutionary new theory. • Take a tour through the other important ideas and theories of this great scientist, his experiments with light, his invention of the reflecting telescope, and his development of a new form of mathematics.• Uncover the world in which Newton lived, find out how his notions were received, and how they influenced both contemporary and later thinkers. Lavishly illustrated throughout by Paula Zamudio, with beautifully designed endpapers, this inspiring book supports home learning and is a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Mission Of Gravity - Hal Clement

Mesklin is a vast, inhospitable, disc-shaped planet, so cold that its oceans are liquid methane and its snows are frozen ammonia. It is a world spinning dizzyingly, a world where gravity can be a crushing 700 times greater than Earth's, a world too hostile for human explorers.But the planet holds secrets of inestimable value, and an unmanned probe that has crashed close to one of its poles must be recovered. Only the Mesklinites, the small creatures so bizarrely adapted to their harsh environment, can help.And so Barlennan, the resourceful and courageous captain of the Mesklinite ship Bree, sets out on an heroic and appalling journey into the terrible unknown. For him and his people, the prize to be gained is as great as that for mankind...Hal Clement's MISSION OF GRAVITY is universally regarded as one of the most important and best loved novels in the genre. The remarkable and sympathetic depiction of an alien species and the plausible and scientifically based realisation of the strange world they inhabit make it a major landmark in the history of hard SF.

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The Attraction of Cuba - Chris Hilton

CHRIS HILTON WENT TO HAVANA in the early 2000s to escape the drudgery of everyday life in England—and, boy, did he escape it. Suddenly he found himself mixed up with a variety of gangland chancers, some Cuban, one British, all living on the edge of legality.There was always a risk of their moneymaking schemes getting rumbled by the police but that’s what made it so compelling: the chance, the risk. Office life this wasn’t. And then there was Jamilia—a refugee from rural poverty, who’d come to the big city as a teenager, and been rescued from the streets by an unnerving family of small-time criminals.“A little crazy is good,” Jamilia tells Chris— and a little crazy they become, living hard, loving hard and downing a deal of Cuban rum.But how long can craziness last? And what happens when good fortune turns to bad?

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The Gravity of Feathers - Andrew Fleming

Challenges the traditional narrative of the island''s evacuation by revealing how its inhabitants adapted to modernity and engaged with the tourist trade.Discover the true story of St Kilda.When the last 36 inhabitants of St Kilda, 40 miles west of the Scottish Hebrides, were evacuated in 1930, the archipelago at ‘the edge of the world’ lost its permanent population after five millennia.It has long been accepted that the islanders’ failure to adapt to the modern world was its demise. Andrew Fleming overturns the traditional view. Unafraid of highlighting dark times, he shows how they sacrificed their reputation as an uncorrupted, ideal society to embrace and exploit the tourist trade. Creating a prestigious tweed, exporting the ancestors of today’s Hebridean sheep, the islanders gained access to consumer goods and learned how to play politics to their advantage.This book tells the absorbing and eventful story of St Kilda from earliest times, up to the evacuation and its aftermath. Previously untapped sources and fresh insights bring to life the personalities, feelings, attitudes and rich culture of the islanders themselves, as well as the numerous outsiders who engaged with the remote island community.

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The Missing Pieces of Nancy Moon: Escape to the Riviera with this irresistible and poignant page-turner - Sarah Steele

"The Missing Pieces of Nancy Moon is really special. It''s the Dear Mrs. Bird or the Eleanor Oliphant of its time. Such a book!" --Katie FfordeBegin a journey in the footsteps of the mysterious Nancy Moon, and piece together the secrets of one extraordinary long-lost summer...To unravel the story of that long-lost summer, she had to follow the thread...Florence Connelly is broken-hearted; her beloved grandmother has just died and her marriage has collapsed. But things change when she opens a box of vintage 1960s dress patterns, discovered inside her grandmother''s wardrobe. Inside each pattern packet is a fabric swatch, a postcard from Europe and a faded photograph of a young woman wearing the hand-made dress. Why did Flo''s grandmother never speak of this mysterious woman--Nancy Moon?Her life in tatters, Flo decides to remake Nancy''s dresses and to head across to the Continent to re-create Nancy''s Grand Tour of 1962. As she follows the thread, Flo begins to unravel an untold story of love and loss in her family''s past. And perhaps to stitch the pieces of her own life back together...

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The Irresistible Blueberry Bakeshop and Cafe - Simses Mary

''This charming novel emphasizes the power of comfort food and undeniable chemistry'' Booklist A sizzling small-town romance, perfect for fans of The Pumpkin Spice Café and Gilmore Girls. When Ellen is tasked with fulfilling her grandmother''s last wish - to find the hometown boy she once loved and give him her last letter - she swaps her high-powered life in New York for the small town of Beacon, Maine.Home to blueberry fields and eccentric locals, Beacon is the last place Ellen wants to be so close to her upcoming wedding. But an unexpected tumble into the ocean introduces her to the handsome Roy Cummings, Roy turns out to be just the person who can help Ellen complete her quest.But as Ellen learns what Beacon has to offer and what her grandmother left behind, she finds herself asking, can a 24 hour visit ever be enough?Tropes: - Cosy small-town setting - Opposites attract - Enemies to lovers* Now a Hallmark movie called THE IRRESISTIBLE BLUBERRY FARM *Readers can''t get enough of The Irresistible Blueberry Bakeshop and Café''One word keeps popping up when I think of this book...CHARMING!! A lovely read with just the right amount of romance'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Operator: 'Great humour and insight . . . Irresistible!' KATHRYN STOCKETT - Gretchen Berg

''What if you could listen in on any phone conversation in town? Irresistible!'' Kathryn Stockett, bestselling author of THE HELP''Glorious, gossipy, delicious and perfect'' Jill Mansell, bestselling author of AND NOW YOU''RE BACKREADERS LOVE THIS BOOK!* ''Unique and quirky . . . You will definitely see Vivian and co. in your mind''s eye!'' THE BOOKTRAIL* ''Moving and ultimately uplifting . . . A wonderful novel'' JO''S BOOK BLOG* ''The small town feeling is portrayed really well . . . Great'' SHORT BOOK AND SCRIBES* ''A joy to read . . . Wonderful, witty, intriguing and heart-felt'' EMMA''S BIBLIO TREASURES* ''Delightfully written and cleverly woven. I enjoyed getting to know all the characters and learning their secrets'' LOCKY LOVES BOOKSIt''s 1952. The switchboard operators in Wooster, Ohio, love nothing more than to eavesdrop on their neighbours'' conversations, and gossip about what they learn. Vivian Dalton is no different (despite her teenage daughter''s disapproval), and always longs to hear something scandalous. But on the night of December 15th, she wishes she hadn''t. The secret that''s shared by a stranger on the line threatens to rip the rug of Vivian''s life from under her. Vivian may be mortified, but she''s not going to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Passage de temoins pour Luciano Fabro - Vivianne van Singer

This book, designed and edited by the Italian-Swiss artist Vivianne van Singer, is an ode to Italian sculptor Luciano Fabro (1936-2007), a well-known Informalist artist and one of the founders of the Arte Povera movement. Having been long acquainted with his work and then having met the artist in person, Van Singer reflects upon his untimely death and pays homage to his career in a collection of texts, images, and works. The starting point of the project is a letter Van Singer sent artists, critics, and prominent figures of the art world in which she invited them to submit a work of art or a text exemplifying what Luciano Fabro had represented for them. Among the contributors to this collection: Giovanni Anselmo, Izzo Arcangelo, Gianni Caravaggio, Rudi Fuchs, Von Fürstenberg, Giovanni Lista, Alessandra Lukinovic, Massimo Minini, Giulio Paolini, Margit Rowell, Sarkis, and Ettore Spalletti. Text in English, German, French, and Italian.

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Gifts of Gravity and Light - Anita Roy, Pippa Marland

Gifts of Gravity and Light is a book of nature writing unlike any other. A range of contributors from diverse backgrounds write of their encounters with the natural world over the course of one year.

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The Lean Lifestyle Strategy for Businesses - Luciano Attolico

In a world of increasing variability and complexity, companies seem to persist in using outdated and inadequate organizational models and work patterns. Despite the available technologies and the most innovative time management techniques, we work more and more, with less results and more stress. Lean Lifestyle Strategy addresses the key problem of every professional, manager, and entrepreneur leading companies of all sizes: how to combine the need to produce more and more results, in less and less time, working better, and leading, at the same time, a lifestyle that generates prosperity and well-being. The time is ripe for lean work to become a strategy to achieve a true work–life balance and express the best of people in the company without having to choose between operational efficiency or personal fulfilment. In this book, in addition to numerous examples, tools, and step-by-step methodologies, useful to begin to apply independently the principles of the Lean Lifestyle Strategy, you will find collected the testimonies of entrepreneurs and managers who reveal the "behind-the-scenes" of successful cases in this new direction, including Campari, Cromology, ELT Group, Ferretti Group, Labomar, Lucchini RS, Marcegaglia, Orogel, Poste Italiane, Sammontana, Siemens Italia, Stanley Black & Decker, and Streparava. Through the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Ascent of Gravity - Marcus Chown

Why the force that keeps our feet on the ground holds the key to understanding time and the origin of the universe

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Gifts of Gravity and Light - Anita Roy, Pippa Marland

Gifts of Gravity and Light is a book of nature writing unlike any other. A range of contributors from diverse backgrounds write of their encounters with the natural world over the course of one year.

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The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy - Knightley Brigitte

''Utterly unique, hilarious, swoony beyond my wildest dreams! This book is an instant classic and a true masterpiece, it took my breath away and made my heart explode'' Ali HazelwoodA slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romantasy featuring a scholarly healer and a gentleman assassin, set in an exquisite fantasy world, perfect for fans of The Love Hypothesis and Emily Wilde''s Encyclopaedia of Faeries.Osric Mordaunt, member of the Fyren Order of assassins, is in dire need of healing. Naturally - such is the grim comedy of fate - the only healer who can help is Aurienne Fairhrim, preeminent scientist, bastion of moral good, and member of an enemy Order. Aurienne is desperate for funding to heal the sick - so desperate that, when Osric bribes her to help him, she accepts, even if she detests him and everything he stands for. A forced collaboration ensues: the brilliant Woman in STEM is coerced into working with the PhD in Murders, much to Aurienne''s disgust. As Osric and Aurienne work together to heal his illness and investigate the mysterious reoccurrence of a deadly pox, they find themselves ardently denying their attraction, which only fuels the heat between them.Tropes include:Enemies-to-loversHigh interaction slow burnHypercompetent idiotsHe falls first ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Gravity SP 5211 ACB (SP 5211 ACB)

Stojan Gravity SP 5211 ACB je volně stojící hliníková konstrukce s nosností 50 kg. Výška je nastavitelná v rozsahu 1060-1950 mm s průměrem tyče 35 mm. Hmotnost stojanu je 2,8 kg.

  • Nosnost až 50 kg pro bezpečné umístění reproduktorů
  • Plynule nastavitelná výška od 1060 do 1950 mm
  • Kvalitní hliníková konstrukce s nízkou hmotností 2,8 kg
  • Volně stojící design pro flexibilní umístění

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Geomag Mechanics Gravity 207 dílků (0871772007654)

Magnetická stavebnice Geomag Mechanics Gravity obsahuje 207 plastových dílků. Je určena pro děti od 8 let a podporuje rozvoj jemné motoriky, kreativity a logického uvažování. Stavebnice nabízí možnost konstrukce různých struktur pomocí magnetického spojování.

  • 207 magnetických dílků pro rozsáhlé stavby
  • Rozvíjí jemnou motoriku, kreativitu a logické myšlení
  • Vhodná pro děti od 8 let, bezpečný plastový materiál
  • Zabaví na dlouhou dobu a podporuje smysluplné trávení času

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Wicked: Defying Gravity - Stephen Schwartz

The whole family can sing along with Elphaba and Glinda in this beautifully illustrated storybook, featuring official lyrics from Universal Pictures’ Wicked alongside captivating artwork inspired by the iconic song, “Defying Gravity.”Experience Elphaba and Glinda’s show-stopping song “Defying Gravity” in this lavishly illustrated picture book with lyrics! Immerse yourself in the gorgeous artwork, featuring beautifully drawn scenes from the film. HEARTWARMING MOMENTS: Follow Elphaba and Glinda through their entire performance of “Defying Gravity” and experience the song through exquisite illustrations and lyrics. FOR FANS OF ALL AGES: This illustrated storybook is a treat for the entire family, from the youngest children to parents, grandparents, and more! BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Original, full-color illustrations bring the song from the screen to the page in a vibrant new way. COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Share your favorite stories from childhood with your own kids and grandchildren with Insight Kids’ Illustrated Classics series and pop culture storybooks, including artfully rendered versions of It’s a Wonderful Life, The Goonies, and Gilmore Girls: At Home in Stars Hollow.

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Background Independence in Classical and Quantum Gravity - Dr James Read

It is often claimed that Einstein''s magnum opus---his 1915 theory of General Relativity---is distinguished from other theories of space and time in virtue of its background independence. It''s also often claimed that background independence is an essential feature of any quantum theory of gravity. But are these claims true? This book aspires to offer definitive answers to both of these questions, by (a) charting the space of possible definitions of background independence, and (b) applying said definitions to various classical and quantum theories of gravity. The outcome, in brief, is as follows: General Relativity is not unique by virtue of its background independence (and, indeed, fails to be background independent on some popular definitions); moreover, the situation in the case of quantum theories of gravity is delicate, because (i) there are viable such theories which (by some accounts, at least) fail to be background independent, but also (ii) theories (e.g. perturbative string theory) which have often been dismissed for (allegedly) being background dependent in fact, on many accounts, are better classified as background independent. In giving these answers in rigorous detail, this book seeks to elevate the standards and generality of future discussions of background independence in the foundations of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity - Carlo Rovelli, Francesca Vidotto

Quantum gravity is among the most fascinating problems in physics. It modifies our understanding of time, space and matter. The recent development of the loop approach has allowed us to explore domains ranging from black hole thermodynamics to the early Universe. This book provides readers with a simple introduction to loop quantum gravity, centred on its covariant approach. It focuses on the physical and conceptual aspects of the problem and includes the background material needed to enter this lively domain of research, making it ideal for researchers and graduate students. Topics covered include quanta of space; classical and quantum physics without time; tetrad formalism; Holst action; lattice QCD; Regge calculus; ADM and Ashtekar variables; Ponzano-Regge and Turaev-Viro amplitudes; kinematics and dynamics of 4D Lorentzian quantum gravity; spectrum of area and volume; coherent states; classical limit; matter couplings; graviton propagator; spinfoam cosmology and black hole thermodynamics.

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Kingdom of Gravity - Nick Makoha

As a child, Nick Mahoka fled Idi Amin''s Uganda, and the poems in this collection relate to the horrors of the civil war that ousted the brutal tyranny of Amin. In political terms the poems chart the impact of imperialism and neo-colonialism that lay behind those traumas in the life of the nation. In personal terms, the poems are framed between the contrary pulls of attachment and flight, exile and longing. At their heart is an unwavering curiosity about how people behave in extreme situations, and what this reveals about our common human capacities to indulge grandiose visions, betray them, dissemble, seek revenge and kill. There is no presumption of innocence. There may be flight, but there is no standing aside. The narrator can dream (but is it a dream?) of a “dead man/who has been stung by the invisible bee of my bullet”.There is much darkness of reference in the collection, but also a hopeful search for truthfulness and trust as the only things that matter. The poems - as poems of grace, control and beauty of image – demonstrate the power of the best poetry to speak of difficult things in a way that enlightens, not merely horrifies. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Gravity GGSMS08 Traveler Guitar Holder

Stojan na kytaru Tento věšák pro kytaru či baskytaru od společnosti Gravity se stane ideálním pomocníkem každého cestujícího muzikanta. Jednoduše ho připevníte k mikrofonnímu nebo reproduktorovému stojanu o průměru 15-35 mm a svůj nástroj budete mít vždy na dosah ruky. Jeho vidlice se přizpůsobí šířce krku a tvaru hlavy vašeho nástroje a pogumovaný povrch zajistí bezpečí před poškrábáním. Zapomeňte na rozměrné stojany a šetřete místo s věšákem of Gravity! Výrobce nedoporučuje používat tento

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Irresistible Change - Phil Gilbert

A blueprint for change leaders to learn from one of the largest transformations in corporate history Irresistible Change:A Blueprint for Earning Buy-In and Breakout Success details one of the largest and most formidable transformations in corporate history: to shift the foundations of work for IBM’s nearly 400,000 employees and thousands of interdisciplinary teams across 180 countries and help them become more entrepreneurial, agile, and customer focused. Written by Phil Gilbert, IBM’s former General Manager of Design and architect of this ambitious change effort, this book is part narrative and part field guide. Irresistible Change describes how the choices made at IBM affected the Change Program Office’s development at each stage of its growth and provides readers with key insights they need to conduct transformational change within their own organizations. This book includes insights on: Getting buy-in for change, the biggest challenge that holds back even the most ambitious change efforts, by making it something exciting rather than inevitableSeeing change as a high-stakes “product” deserving of the same resources and rigor as your top-performing business linesRecognizing today’s newly empowered and often skeptical employees who resist authority and value autonomy and stability Irresistible Change is an essential roadmap for the next generation ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Zero Gravity - Woody Allen

His first new collection of short humor in fifteen years is classic Woody Allen. Zero Gravity is the fifth collection of comic pieces by Woody Allen, a hilarious prose stylist whose enduring appeal readers have savored since his classics Getting Even, Without Feathers, Side Effects, and Mere Anarchy. This new work combines pieces that have appeared in The New Yorker along with eleven written exclusively for this book, each a comic inspiration. Whether he’s writing about horses that paint, cars that think, the sex lives of celebrities, or how General Tso’s Chicken got its name, he is always totally original, broad yet sophisticated, acutely observant, and most important, relentlessly funny. Along with titles like “Buffalo Wings, Woncha Come Out Tonight” and “When Your Hood Ornament Is Nietzsche,” included in this collection is his poignant but very funny short story, "Growing Up in Manhattan.” Daphne Merkin has written the foreword.Zero Gravity implies writing not to be taken seriously, but, as with any true humor, not all the laughs are weightless.

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Irresistible Beauty - Samuel G. Parkison

What hath beauty to do with systematic theology? In this new monograph, Samuel G. Parkison explores this question by examining the relationship between Christ’s divine beauty and regeneration and faith. Building on recent scholarship in (a) theological retrieval of the Christian tradition, and (b) Protestant developments in theological aesthetics, this project is concerned with soteriology’s aesthetic dimension. While many today may consider beauty a mere matter of preference, glibly assuming that “beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” Parkison pushes fiercely in the opposite direction, dignifying beauty by recognizing its objective value—a feature of aesthetics that has fallen on hard times since the so–called Enlightenment, and the subsequent “uglification of culture” (as Sir Roger Scruton put it).  In this doxologically flavored,dogmatically charged work, Parkison pulls from a variety of disciplines to demonstrate Christ’s beauty, and the relevance of Christ’s beauty on Christian theology. Irresistible Beauty is the work of a synthetic generalist. It is not strictly a work of exegesis, though it will stand firmly on exegetical findings. It is not strictly a work of biblical theology, though it will be biblical–theological. It is not strictly a work of historical theology, though it will engage in theological retrieval ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Permanent Attraction: Man Ray & Chess

Authorised by The Man Ray Trust, Permanent Attraction: Man Ray & Chess, is the first and only book on Man Ray’s chess-themed works in all media. With experience in studio art, chess, photography, cartography, prototyping and scholarly research, the author offers a comprehensive interpretation of when, how, and why Man Ray created these timeless works. Man Ray’s chess set designs are as sought after as his innovative photography, collected by everyone from the Maharajah of Indore to Igor Stravinsky, Artie Shaw and David Bowie. Today, Man Ray’s chess-themed works are in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of the Art Institute of Chicago, Centre Georges Pompidou, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and numerous other institutions, as well as being highly prized by private collectors the world over.

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