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1) Earth Story
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Earth Story' is an engaging and thought-provoking alternative view of mankind's history and those who have manipulated pivotal events throughout millennia. The story is told through the eyes of different characters who provide an, as yet, untold version of historical events, such as the discovery of the tomb Tutankhamun, the Second World War, and the 1969 moon landing. Are humans really the masters of their own destiny or merely pawns in a much wider...
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Flush with the proceeds from the 'Israeli Caper' Prentice takes up with Caroline Maxwell the daughter of Lord Stigwell of Bashwell Higham. She is working as a Financial Advisor at Spooner, Sedgewick & Pell a City branch of Standish Holdings Plc., her father's Business Empire - a relic of the Victorian Era. Prentice is looking for advice on where to invest his new found riches from the 'Israeli Caper'. But it all comes apart at the seams when Caroline...
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"Celestial Brushstrokes and Moonlit Verses" by Engr Dr Naila Hina, unfolded as a tale of passion and peril, with Liang Chen navigating the treacherous waters of both mortal and celestial realms. The novel wove together elements of suspense, romance, and comedy, set against the backdrop of a mythical China where art held the power to unlock the secrets of the human soul. With Detective Dae and Confucius leading the game and Laizi poetry.
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Their mission isn't over. Malia and David think they've escaped the tyrannical Diversity Justice Republic for good. She's devouring books once forbidden to her. David says he will never kill again. He is trying to learn the ways of the executive suite, wearing a suit rather than the uniform of the brutal Antifan Defense Forces he served for many years. The couple is raising their children in suburbia, in the still-free United States. But they have...
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From the bestselling author of The Illuminator comes a magnificent tale about the power of love and the perils of faith
Tudor England is a perilous place for booksellers Kate Gough and her brother John, who sell forbidden translations of the Bible. Caught between warring factions-English Catholics opposed to the Lutheran reformation, and Henry VIII's growing impatience with the Pope's refusal to sanction his marriage to Anne Boleyn-Kate embarks...
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Their borders secure once more, Hannibal II returns in triumph to his home city. As the soldiers of the army are released back into civilian life it is now trade that dominates the agenda.It is 152 AD, and Pax Carthaga has returned. Will Carthage prosper in peace?
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Hanno has made friends with the local tribe and even married the chief's daughter, but can he get home? He needs to repair his ships, but his tools don't work so well on the local oak. Can he turn this to his advantage? Meanwhile, what of the trader; can he be trusted? Could he be dealt with without offending his father-in-law? Should he do so anyway? What is this mysterious fortress, Mai Dan? Could these be allies?
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"Time Capsule of Civilizations: An Illustrated Guide to World History" is a captivating and comprehensive exploration of human civilization, spanning from ancient times to the modern era. Through vivid illustrations, compelling narratives, and insightful analyses, this book takes readers on a fascinating journey through the key events, cultures, and milestones that have shaped our world.The book is divided into thematic chapters, each focusing on...
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His wife wants to be Queen of Mackinac Island, Canada is conspiring against him, Russia is invading, and North Korea is looking to buy real estate for all the wrong reasons: where does Pete even begin?
After finding a 200-year old treaty, the residents of Mackinac Island discover that they're going to be ejected from the union unless they reverse the process in two weeks. Except Congress has other priorities-hearings to hold, speeches to spew,...
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"People think - wrongly - that speculative fiction is about predicting the future, but it isn't; or if it is, it tends to do a rotten job of it. Futures are huge things that come with many elements and a billion variables, and the human race has a habit ... What speculative fiction is good at is not the future but the present - taking an aspect of it that troubles or is dangerous and extrapolating that aspect into something that allows the people...
11) Great Wars
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War comes for us all. In this anthology, nine talented writers tell stories about wars from across the wide swathe of human history, changing one key element to alter the war itself. Great Wars explores the fervor, despair, and tragedy that define the human experience during wartime. Featuring stories by: Eric AvedissianShaliz BazldjooM.J. FalkeStephen HowardE.L. LauretanoMark MellonCraig PattersonBen H. RomeVeronica S.
12) La mujer mental
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Luego de una separación, Martín, decide crear a Lina, una mujer mental que lo acompañará para dar vida a un espacio que su matrimonio con Geraldine no ha podido satisfacer. La mujer mental ayuda a Martín a reconciliarse con su esposa y a la vez a ser más sensible y evitar la cotidianeidad a la que él se rebela secretamente en el mundo donde vive. ¿Podrá Martín tener a Lina siempre para llenar ese vacío existencial?, ¿es vital en su...
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Gettysburg trilogy volume 2
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Grant Comes East, the second book in the bestselling series by Newt Gingrich and William R. Forstchen, continues the story of a Confederate victory at Gettysburg.
Across 140 years, nearly all historians have agreed that after the defeat of the Army of the Potomac at Gettysburg, the taking of Washington, DC, would end the war. But was it possible?
Lee knows that a frontal assault against such fortifications could devastate his army, but it is a...
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On pense souvent que ce sont nos créateurs qui nous contrlent et nous arnaquent par leur supériorité naturelle. Or, pour une fois, un groupe d'individus nommés les Slems a réussi pour la première fois à arnaquer l'univers lui-même. Ils ont créé un monde dans le seul but d'échapper aux autres mondes.
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¡En esta Novela, el presente articula al pasado con el futuro de una manera alucinante!En plena selva amazónica, impulsados por ritos chamánicos, se realiza un viaje hacia el pasado para descubrir la fascinante historia detrás de las más antiguas civilizaciones humanas, aquellas que surgieron en la Edad Antigua y que determinaron el futuro del mundo.La génesis de la humanidad, genera a pesar de los avances del tiempo, dudas y contradicciones...
16) A Game of Senet
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In a place where loyalty can become a double-edge sword, Kassaya learns that the art of forming alliances is the true currency of survival. As she uncovers the secrets the Palace guards behind its magnificent facade, she thrusts both herself and her allies into even more danger. With a growing attraction to a man who is strictly forbidden to her, Kassaya finds herself at a crossroads of power and passion. There's only one way out and that will take...
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In the year 1453, the massive army of the Ottoman Empire was camped outside the protective walls of Constantinople; the inevitable and predestined was about to begin - WAR. The invading empire had gone through rapid expansion all around the grand capital city, on both continents of Europe and Asia. However, the majestic capital city remained a constant source of irritation and frustration, since it was impenetrable. Although the Byzantine Empire lost...
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"From Tantrums to Tickles: The Humorous Handbook for Parents" is a delightful and heartwarming guide that takes readers on an entertaining journey through the rollercoaster ride of parenthood. With wit, humor, and a touch of parental wisdom, this book presents a series of interconnected, humorous stories that capture the essence of family life – from the chaotic moments of tantrums to the joyous episodes of tickles.The book is a collection of amusing...
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One of the great arguments of World War II took place among Allied military leaders over when and where to launch a second front against Germany in Europe. Stalin, holding on by his teeth in Russia, urged a major invasion from the west as soon as possible. The Americans, led by Marshall and Wedemeyer, argued likewise. It was Churchill who got his way, however, with his Mediterranean strategy, including a campaign on the Italian peninsula, which he...
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