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2) Alien Nation
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A wordless wonder of a picture book, reminiscent of David Wiesner and Chris Van Allsburg. An unforgettable subway ride in an alien world filled with truths of our own.
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"Mr. Veronesi sustains the opening scene's excitement as he stirs a psychological ferment….The overpowering sense of fragility that touches Pietro and Claudia is superbly conveyed by translator Michael F. Moore. Let's hope more novels from Mr. Veronesi's back catalog join 'Quiet Chaos' in translation." - Wall Street Journal
"Dazzling.... Like a literary Fellini, Veronesi brings to life the larger-than-life human comedy as only an Italian would...
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This talented but troubled star who first came to fame in '80s hits like 9 1/2 Weeks and Angel Heart, spectacularly fell from grace in an orgy of self-destruction. As an actor, he gained a trouble-maker reputation, often fighting with producers, showing up late to sets and not learning lines, raising hell, and turning down star-making lead roles. Rourke's acting career eventually became overshadowed by his personal life and career decisions. In 1991,...
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It would be very difficult to make a list with the most influential individuals in the history of humankind without mentioning the name of Jesus. Jesus is no doubt probably the most mentioned name in the history. A person with great legacy that significantly shaped our world and minds. Besides being, mentioned by numerous writers, philosophers, and historians in books and prayers, Jesus has been, portrayed by numerous famous artists, such as Raphael,...
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"Lejos del paraíso" es una novela de ciencia ficción en la que se presenta un México conquistado por las corporaciones comerciales y donde se combate por el derecho al conocimiento y a la libertad. Una distopía en la que la aventura no sólo se basa en recorrer un mundo rompiendo sus normas, sino que implica el descubrimiento de una literatura prohibida que lleva al descubrimiento de un mundo posible.
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¿Se puede ahorrar energía en casa sin gastar apenas nada? Se puede.
¿Se puede gastar menos energía sin perder calidad de vida? Se puede.
Este libro contiene una amplia serie de indicaciones para actuar sobre todo aquello que consume energía en casa y así reducir de manera fácil el consumo enérgetico. También para actuar sobre la casa misma con el fin de que requiera mucha menos de energia.
Aplicando las recomendaciones de este libro se...
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»Sei gespannt auf das, was in deinem Schreiben noch passieren kann!«
Was bedeutet es, zu schreiben, und welche Momente sind für ein Schreibprojekt von entscheidender Bedeutung? Diese umfassende Einführung öffnet den Blick für die Grundlagen und Möglichkeiten des literarischen Schreibens. Sandro Zanetti zeigt, wie Literatur entsteht – von der ersten Idee bis zur Veröffentlichung. Am Beispiel herausragender Schriftsteller:innen – von Friedrich...
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Análisis del derecho latinoamericano con un enfoque en los códigos civiles, la armonización del derecho y la relectura e interpretación de las fuentes.
El pueblo romano antiguo, si bien era consciente de la comunidad de derecho con los otros pueblos (multa iura communia, según las palabras de Cicerón), tuvo un momento "fundador" de su identidad cuando estableció las Ley de las XII Tablas, que dio reglas comunes a todos los ciudadanos de Roma,...
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Como todos los libros inolvidables, Viaje sentimental es un libro imposible de clasificar. Entre el diario de viaje, la novela de aprendizaje, las memorias apócrifas, la crónica de guerra y el relato onírico, estos poemas de Sandro Barrella juegan en distintos terrenos discursivos a través de un entramado de citas que se superponen, obsesivamente, como un enorme tejido de voces que lo cubren y mezclan todo. Son 'la cinta sin fin del recordar',...
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This book provides a compact and up-to-date presentation of Jürgen Habermas' oeuvre, with particular reference to his theory of communicative action. It formulates the concepts of communicative rationality and validity claims, indicates the conditions of a perfect communicative rationality, and underscores Habermas' distinction between understanding- and success-oriented actions. Moreover, this book considers Habermas' critical reception of classical...
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Find out what the biggest stars in Hollywood are really like from the man who has interviewed them all.
Ultimate Hollywood Insider Sandro Monetti — a multi-award winning entertainment reporter frequently seen on CNN and the BBC — shares entertaining stories about his often hilarious encounters with the icons.
More than a hundred big names are featured in behind the scenes tales that take readers the other side of the velvet rope to the inner...
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The #1 international sensation from a master of European literature-winner of Italy's Premio Strega-a saga of a Florentine family from the 1960s to the present that brilliantly captures the power of history and the multi-faceted experience of life itself as it explores how we contend with uncontrollable forces that both buffet and buoy us.
Marco Carrera is "the hummingbird," a man with an almost supernatural ability to remain still amid the chaos...
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In this epic novel about the motor-racing heroes of pre-war Italy and Germany, legendary characters battle to win incredible races on switchback roads along the edges of ravines. Exploring the relationships between the champions as much as the sporting events themselves, this is a thrilling tale based on the true rivalries, triumphs and disasters during a fascinating period in European sporting history.
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Productivity Field Guide: The Only Time Management Guide Entrepreneurs Will Ever Need to Dramatically Improve Productivity
Being an entrepreneur entails many professional and personal traits. It takes a lot to be able to launch, execute, grow, and scale a business. As a result, entrepreneurs have to be extra careful with every decision, and being able to manage their time correctly is an invaluable skill.
In this audiobook, you will learn effective...
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You know their names but you didn't know their love story…until now! Adapted from the hit stage play of the same name and exhaustively researched, Marilyn & Sinatra dramatises the little-known tale of the rollercoaster relationship between Hollywood icons Marilyn Monroe and Frank Sinatra. Set between 1954 and 1962, this intimate, entertaining, poignant and revealing drama stars Erin Gavin (Footballer's Wives) and Jeff Bratz (America's Got Talent)....
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The decision of the British people to leave the EU was a political earthquake. A seemingly never-ending round of challenges—from the migration crisis, to continuing terror threats and the euro's woes—has left the EU in a crisis of confidence. The consequent rise in nationalism and populism has too often seemed to leave the continent's existing generation of leaders floundering.
But there is hope. A new generation of European leaders is rising...