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First translation into English of a wide-ranging military treatise from the late middle ages.

The Customer is Always Wrong is the continuing saga of a young naive artist working in a restaurant of drunks, junkies, thieves, and creeps.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 24, Publishers: Random House Children's Books, Author: Honee Jang, ISBN-13: 9798217123605, Date of issue: 2025

In "Americana," the bestselling author of "Ghost Soldiers" offers a dazzling mosaic of modern America in all its bizarre and poignant charm.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 390, Publishers: Yen Press, Author: Paul Starr, ISBN-13: 9798855417630, Date of issue: 2026

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 48, Publishers: USBORNE, Author: PUNTER RUSSELL, ISBN-13: 9781836051220, Date of issue: 2025

Enjoy Aesop's timeless fables, now available as an oversized padded board book Enjoy Aesop's timeless fables, now available as an oversized padded board book Charles Santore's beautiful, best-selling illustrations capture the spirit of these classic

Language: English, Binding: Board book, Number of pages: 16, Publishers: Boxer Books, Author: JANSSON TOVE, ISBN-13: 9781915801982, Date of issue: 2024

For centuries, students of the forbidden arts have probed the inky recesses of the spaces inbetween. Hapless mortals have invoked monstrous entities from beyond through foul magicks, incantations and rituals. When will they learn that there can be no profi

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 192, Publishers: YEN, Author: V12, ISBN-13: 9798855402537, Date of issue: 2026

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 44, Publishers: Usborne Books, Author: Antonia Miller, ISBN-13: 9781836053170, Date of issue: 2026

Four chronically homeless people-Amelia One Sky, Timber, Double Dick and Digger-seek refuge in a warm movie theatre when a severe Arctic Front descends on the city. During what is supposed to be a one-time event, this temporary refuge transfixes them. They fall in love with this new world, and once the weather clears, continue their trips to the cinema. On one of these outings they meet Granite, a jaded and lonely journalist who has turned his back on writing "the same story over and over again" in favour of the escapist qualities of film, and an unlikely friendship is struck. A found cigarette package (contents: some unsmoked cigarettes, three $20 bills, and a lottery ticket) changes the fortune of this struggling set. The ragged company discovers they have won $13.5 million, but none of them can claim the money for lack proper identification. Enlisting the help of Granite, their lives, and fortunes, become forever changed. Ragged Company is a journey into both the future and the past. Richard Wagamese deftly explores the nature of the comforts these friends find in their ideas of "home," as he reconnects them to their histories. "From the Hardcover edition."

"Mark Knopfler: The Soundtrack of a Generation" provides readers with a remarkable exploration of the life and music of one of the most legendary individuals in rock history. Mark Knopfler has captivated audiences with his spectacular guitar playing, beautiful voice, and evocative songwriting, starting with his early days in Dire Straits and continuing throughout his celebrated solo career.This authoritative biography dives into the origins of Knopfler's musical prodigy, examining his early influences, inspirations, and formative experiences in Glasgow. Readers are immersed in the atmosphere of smoky clubs and dimly lit bars where Knopfler developed his skills, establishing the basis for a long-lasting career that had a significant impact on the music industry.By conducting interviews with friends, relatives, and collaborators, as well as conducting significant research and analysis, the book provides a detailed and lifelike depiction of Knopfler's life and work, uncovering the true essence of the man behind the music. Readers observe Knopfler's path, experiencing both his remarkable achievements and personal difficulties. Through this, they gain understanding of the intense dedication, resilience, and exceptional skill that have elevated him to a legendary position.However, "The Soundtrack of a Generation" is not merely a biography; it is a commemoration of Knopfler's lasting impact and the ageless elegance of his music. Through comprehensive discussions of his most renowned songs, meticulous examinations of his guitar methods, and exclusive anecdotes from both the recording studio and live performances, this book provides fans with an unmatched insight into the artistic process of one of the most esteemed figures in rock music.Whether you are a devoted enthusiast or a recent admirer of Knopfler's music, "The Soundtrack of a Generation" is an essential read for anybody who has ever been deeply affected by the profound impact of exceptional music. Get ready to be captivated by the incomparable melodies, passionate lyrics, and soul-stirring performances of Mark Knopfler, the musical genius who defined a generation.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 44, Publishers: USBORNE BOOKS, Author: Paul Nicholls, ISBN-13: 9781805071372, Date of issue: 2024

"The best and most complete account of the whole melancholy business that has been written. A careful piece of work well documented and...temperately presented". ("London Times Literary Supplement"). "Told in a lively and readable style, with many anecdotes and graphic descriptions and an admirable sense of the underlying drama". ("New York Times"). "Excellent story of the...extermination of the free-roaming herds in less than three decades...[no other book] approaches this one in its selection of outstanding events in the march of history". ("Utah Historical Quarterly"). "Beautifully written". ("Kansas City Star"). "The Hunting of the Buffalo", originally published in 1929, tells all about the marvelous and useful animal that once roamed the American plains. Its gradual extermination is chronicled by E. Douglas Branch, who drew on rich materials, including Indian legends, old letters and diaries, and tales of frontier travelers. No one has ever written more memorably about the great herds, their habits and haunts, their importance to the Indians, their discovery by awed whites, their decimation by huge cultural and economic forces. E.Douglas Branch (1905-1954) is also the author of "The Cowboy and His Interpreters". His mentor, J. Frank Dobie, is the author of many books, including "The Voice of the Coyote" (available as a Bison Book). New to this edition is an introduction by Andrew C. Isenberg, an assistant professor of history at Princeton University who is writing a book-length study of the bison.

In these days of heightened concern about the end-times. what is really known about Christ's second coming and how can we prepare for it? Christians everywhere await Christ's return. Will he come to the whole world or just one place? Soon and suddenly or after clear signs? What can he achieve by coming back here and how long will it take? David Pawson brings clarity and insight to these and many other vital issues surrounding the bodily return of Jesus Christ to our world. Based on a new approach to the interpretation of the book of Revelation, he discusses in detail the controversial and misunderstood subject of the 'Rapture' and uncovers the true significance of the 'Millennium'.

"Southeastern Europe under Ottoman Rule, 1354-1804" provides an over-all picture of the least studied and most obscured part of Balkan history, the Ottoman period. This book begins with the early history of the Ottomans and with their establishment in Europe, describing the basic Muslim and Turkish features of the Ottoman state. The author goes on in subsequent sections to show how these features influenced every aspect of life in the European lands administered directly by the Ottomans (the 'core' provinces) and left a permanent mark on states that were vassals of or paid tribute to the empire. Whether dealing with the 'core' provinces of Rumelia or with the vassal and tribute-paying states (Moldavia, Wallachia, Transylvania, and Dubrovik), the author offers fresh insights and new interpretations, as well as a wealth of information on Balkan political, economic, and social history not available elsewhere.The appendixes include lists of dynasties and rulers with whom the Ottomans dealt, as well as data for the House of Osman and some of the grand viziers; a chronology of major military campaigns, peace treaties, and territory gained and lost by the Ottoman Empire in Europe from 1354 to 1804; and, glossaries of geographical names and foreign terms.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 40, Publishers: Usborne Books, Author: Lizzie Mackay, ISBN-13: 9781836054870, Date of issue: 2026

Her choice is to serve or die. In the aftermath of shattered innocence, will the hunt for her magic claim her last breath?Zerina Redfearn is naïve to the world's cruelty. So when she and her sisters are dragged from their home and put on trial for witchcraft, she's horrified to be trapped between being enslaved in the king's forces or execution. But after witnessing her siblings' cruel deaths, she unleashes her powers for the first time and makes her escape.Joining two refugees in fleeing to the perilous ocean with enemy ships in hot pursuit, Zerina wields her gifts against deadly threats even though each use torments her body. And as she pays an agonizing price by aging prematurely, she fears she won't reach the cure seen in a vision before she perishes.Can Zerina turn the tide on a crippling future?A Sea Of Sorrow And Scorn is the gripping second book in the Tales of Levanthria fantasy-retelling series. If you like dangerous quests, good girls gone badass, and relentless action, then you'll love A.P Beswick's windswept adventure.

Once a humble priest, now a tormented wanderer. Will Jordell Torvin succumb to his own corruption, or will he wield a divine destiny to save his world from despair?Once a distinguished priest serving in the grand temple of Askela, Jordell Torvin now walks a very different path. Haunted by a vision of a sword that holds the power to prevent a catastrophic war, he has spent the last three years in pursuit of this elusive artifact, even as his magic use subjects him to a creeping corruption that is slowly eating him alive.After rescuing a gravely injured Barbaraq, Jordell, alongside his ally Laith, makes his way back to the Forest of Opiya, hoping to reunite with old comrades. But the tranquillity of their former camp is shattered, embroiled in a brewing conflict with the mysterious fae who have emerged from the depths of the forest.With every use of his magic, the corruption gnawing at Jordell grows stronger. And as the realm of Levanthria teeters on the edge of ruin, Jordell faces an almost insurmountable challenge. He must find the prophesied sword, bring peace to the warring factions, and halt his own decay-all while the fate of Levanthria is in jeopardy.A Stone Of Destiny And Despair is the heart-pounding fourth book in the Tales of Levanthria fantasy-retelling series. If you delight in immersive world-building, multifaceted characters, and relentless quests, then you'll be enthralled by A.P Beswick's captivating tale.

I never claimed to be a good girl, but I definitely never asked for this.Killian, Tristian, and Rath.These three men are a part of my past--one that I'd rather never look in the eye again. In high school, they knew my secrets and I knew theirs. They had power and I had nothing. The night everything fell apart, my stepbrother allowed his two best friends to take their rage out on me while he watched. While they laughed.But what happened that night wasn't my biggest secret. So I ran, planning on never coming back.Three years later I'm standing on their doorstep like a stray. They're more powerful than ever now, having risen to the rank of Lords at Forsyth University. But I'm still on the run and there's another monster chasing me down.What could bring me back into their lives, their homes, and ultimately, their beds?Fear.Shame.Desperation.Killian, Rath, and Tristian aren't the only ones who want me. There's someone far more dangerous out there who's been stalking me since I left town the first time. Someone who makes the evil I know feel less dangerous than the evil I don't.But being their Lady is more than just fancy clothes and reputation.I might be under their protection, but I'm also at their mercy.And there's nothing a Lord loves more than taking control.

I came back to Forsyth and agreed to be their Lady for two reasons: protection and revenge.I put up with the abuse, the degradation, the humiliation, and bided my time. I wanted vengeance and I took it. The Lords give as good as they get and the consequences were fierce, but there's one truth when it comes to Killian, Dimitri and Tristian.They keep what's theirs.They wanted to break me, but instead, they molded me into their perfect weakness. They fought for me. Bled for me. Championed for me. I was put through the gauntlet and came out stronger. I earned the title of Lady.Then they became my weakness.I agreed to sleep under their roof, but on my terms. No more rules, no more punishments, no cameras or dress codes or sneaking into my bedroom. In return, I'll give them a chance to earn the title of Lord.Building trust takes time, but with all the threats nipping at our heels, that's a luxury we don't have. We have to rely on one another despite our complicated pasts-to find a murderer, a stalker, and a traitor.This new life of pain, wrath, and mercy is a confusing maze of twists and turns. Fortunately for us, there will always be one fixed constant, guiding us home:The Royal we.

Orthodox Daily Prayers, Collector's Edition with Instructions and Index, is cleanly formatted for easy reading, It was compiled and printed with the blessings of His Grace, the Right Reverend Herman Bishop of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania in 1982.Includes Morning Prayers, Prayers in Preparation for Holy Communion, Canon in Preparation for Holy Communion, Prayers for Thanksgiving After Communion, Commemoration of the Living and the Dead, Prayers at the Table, The Order of Compline, Before Sleep, and more. Instructions in italics.

I've always been a wild card - the first to start a fight on the ice, and the life of the party off it - but appearances can be deceiving.Being traded to the Boston Rebels could not have come at a better time. With serious family obligations to fulfill and a contract renewal with a new hockey team on the line, I have no time for anything else. I return to Boston knowing I need to buckle down and focus on what really matters.But the first night I'm back in town, I come face to face with Audrey, my college calculus tutor. We had a brief fling right before I was drafted into the NHL. Now, her five year old son is standing by her side, and I don't need a tutor to do that kind of math.Audrey insists she doesn't want me involved in Graham's life unless I can commit to being a dad. With everything else going on, this is the worst possible timing.But every minute I spend with Graham and Audrey feels exactly right, and I'm left questioning everything I thought I wanted.Because now my goals are shifting, and getting what I really want might come at the expense of the game I've given my entire life to.

Eine musikgeschichtliche Epoche lang war er die Grundlage komponierter Musik: der Generalbass. Wer heute beginnt, sich mit der Musik des "Generalbasszeitalters" in Studium und Praxis intensiver zu beschäftigen, dem bietet das neue Unterrichtswerk Generalbass die ideale Einführung. Autor ist der Cembalist Diez Eichler, der für seinen Grundkurs im Unterschied zu anderen Generalbassschulen ausschließlich Material aus originalen Quellen verwendet. Dies umfasst neben vielen transkribierten Notenbeispielen auch Auszüge aus historischen Generalbassschulen, die vom Autor vorgestellt und vor dem Hintergrund moderner Systematiken diskutiert werden.Zweisprachige Ausgabe Deutsch/Englisch. Ein Übungsheft mit unausgesetzten Basslinien liegt bei.

Set against the sudden division of Berlin, Missing Ruth is a satirical and allegorical novel of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a fractured world. When the Wall rises overnight, lives are split apart. Families are separated. Dreams are halted by barbed wire.Through the eyes of a narrator torn between duty, survival, and the haunting absence of Ruth, the story unfolds as both historical reflection and biting satire, weaving together the cautionary echoes of fairytales with the absurdities of life.This is not only about borders of concrete and wire, it is about the invisible walls of greed, bitterness, fear, and disbelief. At its heart, Missing Ruth is a meditation on the 'magic' that sustains humanity: love, hope, and the belief that our lives are more than survival.By turns dark, ironic, and lyrical, the novel blends realism with satire and the timeless lessons of fairytales. Missing Ruth is a warning and a promise: do not let the magic die.

La piel de Juliette es mortal.áLa última vez que tocóáa alguien, lo mató.Por eso lleva 264 díasáencerrada en una celda,ásin tocar a nadie.En el exterior, el mundo está devastado: los animales, las plantasáy el cielo azul no son más que el cuento de un pasado feliz.Las personas que han sobrevivido solo tienen una palabra en sus mentes:á«guerra». Y Warner, un joven perverso, es quien intenta restableceráel orden en medio del caos. pero ¿cuál será el precio a pagar?En un mundo donde reina el caos y la muerte, Juliette se vuelveáuna obsesión para aquellos que buscan poder.Porque ella puede convertirse en la amenaza el armaámás poderosa de todas.Destrózame es el primer tomoáde una de las sagas distópicas más exitosasáde los últimos tiempos.¿Estás listo para sumergirteáen un futuro aterrador?

Healing Through Flavor: A Culinary Journey for Acid Reflux Relief Welcome to a gastronomic adventure that will soothe your digestive system as well as your taste senses. The "Acid Reflux Diet Cookbook" is presented in the pages that follow. It is a tasty compilation of recipes that have been thoughtfully prepared to reduce acid reflux symptoms and support digestive health.It can be difficult to live with acid reflux because it affects not just what we eat but also how we enjoy a satisfying meal. This cookbook is meant to be your travel companion while you search for harmony and balance in your diet. We are aware of your desire for mouthwatering, fulfilling meals that won't jeopardise your health.Our recipes are a celebration of flavours that are in balance with your body, not just a list of ingredients. Every meal, from filling appetisers and substantial main courses to delicious desserts, is carefully crafted to offer both comfort and relaxation. You'll find that controlling reflux doesn't have to mean compromising flavour or exploring new culinary techniques.We offer recipes in these pages, along with information on the fundamentals of a diet that is friendly to acid reflux sufferers. To guide you towards digestive comfort, we've included advice on ingredient replacements, cooking methods, and lifestyle modifications. These recipes are designed to simplify and inspire cooking, regardless of your level of experience in the kitchen.Ready to Savor the Difference? Secure Your Cookbook Today and Ignite Flavorful Wellness!

Six years after its last major update, "Encyclopedia Madonnica" is back, filled with everything you ever wanted to ASK about Madonna - but were afraid to KNOW. Arranged from A to Z, the book includes information on Madonna's life and her brilliant career of 40+ years. Featuring new interviews with longtime former publicist Liz Rosenberg, "Desperately Seeking Susan" director Susan Seidelman, and many others - plus fantastic new, exclusive photos - this unauthorized bio is a must-have for all of the Queen of Pop's diehard fans.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 32, Publishers: BOXER BOOKS, Author: Filippa Widlund, ISBN-13: 9781915801418, Date of issue: 2024

The Gateway Experience is a training system designed to alter consciousness and escape time and space. The CIA investigated this technique in 1983, focusing on psychic research and remote viewing. The process began with Robert Monroe, a radio broadcasting executive, who discovered sound patterns affecting human capabilities. He established an R&D division within RAM Enterprises, focusing on sleep learning and out-of-body experiences. In 1962, RAM Enterprises expanded into radio station ownership, cable television, and audio cassette production. In 1971, Monroe published Journeys Out of the Body, popularizing the term "out-of-body experience." In 1972, a classified report claimed the Soviet Union funded research into ESP and psychokinesis for espionage purposes. In 1975, Monroe registered patents on audio techniques for stimulating brain functions until the left and right hemispheres synchronize, promoting mental health or causing altered states of consciousness. In 1983, the CIA published "Analysis and Assessment of the Gateway Process," establishing a scientific framework for understanding and expanding human consciousness.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 106, Publishers: Uppsala Books, ISBN-13: 9781961361188, Date of issue: 2025

Beauty isn't always whole.ShiloI've always been the outcast-awkward, invisible, a loser. My pet rat and my computer are my only friends. I've accepted the fact that I'll probably die a lonely virgin-until I pick up the hottest man I've ever met for a ride home.An impulsive invitation, a strange encounter. He's way out of my league. Then he tosses me out, sending me back into the hole I'd crawled out from.I didn't think I'd ever see him again-until I walk into my new job two months later.Turns out, he's my new boss.RyannMy life is an endless cycle of work, sleep, and meaningless hookups. It's been this way since I gave up my college dreams fifteen years ago.One reckless decision-a disappointing fling with a stranger-shouldn't matter. But when that stranger walks into my office two months later, everything I've built begins to crumble.Because now he's not just a stranger.He's my new employee.And my twin is dating his sister.Pretty Broken Doll is a full-length age-gap MM office romance containing themes and situations not intended for readers under the age of 18. Both characters are consenting adults. This story features a neurodivergent MC, his grumpy boss, opposites attracting and a guaranteed HEA.

Norwegian author Karl Ove Knausgaard (b. 1968) made a literary mark on his home country in 1998, when his debut novel won the prestigious Norwegian Critics Prize for Literature. His fame continued to grow with the publication of his six-volume autobiographical series Min Kamp, or My Struggle. Translated into English in 2012, the critically acclaimed and controversial series garnered global attention, as did its author. Conversations with Karl Ove Knausgaard is a collection of twenty-two interviews, each conducted during the ten-year span in which Knausgaard's literary prowess gained worldwide recognition. Knausgaard is both a daring writer and a daring interviewee. He grounds his observations in the ordinary aspects of the world around him, which, he insists, is the same world in front of most of his readers. He regards his appearances in newspapers, magazines, and literary festivals as "a performance," where he plays himself. While that role may differ from his inner life, it is consistent with the role he plays in his autobiographical novels. Fans of Knausgaard will easily recognize this public persona, an embodiment of the protagonist, husband, and father featured in My Struggle and in the Seasons quartet. Knausgaard discusses his work, aspects of his personal life, and his writing routines and practices in marvelous detail. He comments on literary and artistic world classics and on international contemporary authors. A bilingual speaker, he is accustomed to appearing before the press and in front of audiences in his roles as a famous author and as the publisher and cofounder of the publishing house Pelikanen (Pelican). Remarkable for his candor and directness, Knausgaard delivers the same variety and number of surprises in these interviews as he does in his most thrilling books.

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 620, Publishers: Aarhus University Press, Author: Neil Price,Tom Christensen, ISBN-13: 9788793423107, Date of issue: 2025

This is not a book for the likes of Dylan Rocher or Phillipe Quintais. It is a book about how to improve your game as an average club player looking to take the next step to being a better regional player. Yes we have used the book to improve our own standards. Let me explain. A few years ago I suffered an injury that curtailed my playing in the game I love, Petanque. It's a brilliant quite tactical and social game that I had enjoyed for a number of years. I had to relearn how to play the game and it was almost like starting all over again. Being a technical kind of guy I worked out how to play the game again with my injury and I discovered a quite different way of playing. Along the way I also discovered a new way of throwing and a new way of aiming and even a new way of shooting. Yes I am quite happy with my standard of play now and we have even won a few trophies in the competitions I have played over the last few years. What is imprtant to you is that this method is freely available in the book and I do go into quite some detail about tactics and the new way of aiming and pointing and shooting. Try it. The only thing you have to lose is being called a club player. Get over it! you deserve to play like the big boys!

Fifty-two journaling exercises that guide you to practice one small act of self-care each week. Self-care isn't just another trend, it's an important practice to counterbalance the stresses, distractions, and demands of everyday life. B

Language: English, Binding: Hardback, Number of pages: 200, Publishers: University of Minnesota Press, Author: Kerr,Conor, ISBN-13: 9781517917234, Date of issue: 2024

Aprende un montón de cosas sobre el Quijote y sus principales personajes. Incluye un dosier para sacar el máximo provecho de los contenidos tratados en la historia.Lucas, Leonor y la abuela Ruth están disfrutando de Sant Jordi cuando se dan cuenta de que pasa algo raro: las páginas del Quijote se están borrando. Para solucionarlo, viajarán al interior de la historia donde, acompañados de Sancho, revivirán algunas de las principales aventuras de don Quijote.

(Harp). This easy-to-read chord and scale chart by Sylvia Woods has everything you need for quick reference on one laminated, 2-sided, 3-hole-punched, 8 1/2 x 11 sheet. It includes the chord construction for every major, minor, augmented, diminished, suspe

An engaging and accessible guide to contemporary psychodynamic therapy and its applications, for both novice and experienced therapists.

Language: English, Binding: Paperback, Number of pages: 64, Publishers: Scholastic, Author: Mark Teague, ISBN-13: 9781546130093, Date of issue: 2025