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Charlie Heller is a cryptographer not a spy, let alone an assassin. But the murder of his fiancée and the failure of the CIA to follow up on the case makes everything different. Heller uses his contacts to get behind the Iron Curtain himself and to pursue the three men who killed her. The Amateur is a richly enjoyable thriller. Heller is a total amateur. He is very clever but he has no idea about spy-craft and no sense of what the real stakes are. But as a total amateur with no knowledge of the rules of the game, perhaps he can almost accidentally outwit his enemies, both in the Warsaw Pact and in the CIA itself?

'A warm and practical guide to infuse joy into the seemingly mundane' - BOLU BABALOLA, author of LOVE IN COLOUR 'Helped me to discover the joy all around me' - ANNIE LORD, author of NOTES ON HEARTBREAK 'A brilliant, necessary and refreshing take on self-love' - OLIVIA PETTER, author of MILLENNIAL LOVE Exploring all areas of life from solo travelling to the joy of friendships, tapping into your Main Character Energy, and taking control of your dating life, in this beautifully illustrated must-have guide Beth McColl shows you how romance is about appreciating the small things, because they can be just as magnificent as meeting the love of your life. Everyday romance might be: · Cooking yourself an elaborate meal · Going on a solo trip to the seaside · Writing a letter to an old friend · Texting someone out of the blue just to let them know you're missing them · Smiling at a handsome stranger on the train just before your stop Empowered by Beth's uplifting anecdotes and inspiring tips, you will discover that whether it's a grand gesture, or just simply appreciating how the sun rises anew each day, life is about making the most of the moments we're given... Because joy and romance start with you. 'Reading it is like getting a warm hug from your friend' - STYLIST Autorid: Beth McColl

Take your runner's high to new heights with tips and advice from radio presenter and host of RunPod Jenni Falconer. There is nothing quite like the runner's high you experience after pulling on your running shoes, getting outside and finding your stride; and with Jenni Falconer's advice and encouragement in your back pocket you will be ready to hit your favourite route with even more bounce in your step. Packed with research and stories from real runners, Runner's High covers everything you need to build your running routine, overcome setbacks, discover the joy of running slowly and experience the power of finding your own running community. Whether you are a seasoned marathon runner or just starting your journey, this book will remind you of all the incredible benefits running has to offer, not just for your body, but your mind too. Autorid: Jenni Falconer

Six celebrities. One dead signer. No way out. WELCOME TO THE CLINIC The world's most exclusive rehab clinic - a refuge for the rich and beautiful - and perhaps the perfect place for murder? Meg's sister Haley was a troubled country singer, hiding away from fans and paparazzi, until she was found dead. YOU CAN CHECK IN Now Meg checks in - to find out why her sister never checked out. She soon realises that the luxury spa and experimental therapy are concealing more sinister secrets. BUT YOU MIGHT NEVER CHECK OUT Meg must confront a whole lot more than her own addiction to find out what happened to Haley. Because the security at The Clinic might not be to keep prying eyes out, but to keep patients in... **** PRAISE FOR THE CLINIC: Absolutely thrilling' ALEX MICHAELIDES, bestselling author of The Silent Patient 'A superior, creeping psychological thriller taut with tension and drama' SEATTLE TIMES 'Easily the creepiest setting for a suspense novel since the Overlook Hotel in Stephen King's The Shining' BOOKPAGE Autorid: Cate Quinn

From accredited child psychologist, Dr Alison McClymont, comes a book that bridges the gap between complex psychology and straightforward parenting advice. No parent can guard against everything but parental knowledge is power when it comes to the emotional development of your child, setting the solid foundation for every life interaction thereafter. Rooted in the latest science and explained very simply, this is a pioneering and accessible book that is a must-have guide for all parents who want to raise emotionally resilient children and teach them how to have a health relationship with their emotions. In How to Help Your Child Cope With Anything, Dr Alison McClymont delivers deep wisdom and unrivalled insights, drawing on revolutionary research and her extensive experience working directly with thousands of children. This book, packed with actionable takeaways and guide activities, will help you and your child to navigate experiences of bullying, grief, separation, anxiety, divorce, moving house and so much more. Autorid: Alison McClymont

Adrianna, heir to the multimillion dollar Kensington nightclub empire, is planning her dream wedding - a lavish ceremony funded by exclusive sponsors, on the Kensington's private tropical island Elysium. There's only one flaw in her perfect plans. Elysium holds traumatic memories as the place where she was kidnapped and held hostage for three days on her 21st birthday - a case that was never solved... When a bridesmaid is murdered the night before the dress fitting, it soon becomes clear that Adrianna won't be able to get hitched without a hitch. The body is staged in a gruesome display, chillingly reminiscent of Adrianna's kidnapping. When forensic expert Holly becomes embroiled in this alien world, the secrets that have dogged the bride and her bridesmaids since childhood start to come out. The answers lie on Elysium, if Holly can find her way into this playground of the rich and famous - and more importantly, if she can get out of it alive... **** PRAISE FOR CATE QUINN: 'Absolutely thrilling' ALEX MICHAELIDES, bestselling author of The Silent Patient 'A superior, creeping psychological thriller taut with tension and drama' SEATTLE TIMES 'Utterly compelling' MARIAN KEYES 'A sly, contemporary crime masterpiece. I loved it' ADRIAN MCKINTY 'Intense, gripping, superb' WILL DEAN 'Atmospheric and addictive' THE SUN Autorid: Cate Quinn

'An intensely powerful story about friendship, unfairness, cruelty and love, from a brave new voice. Heartbreaking, touching, and thought-provoking' SANTA MONTEFIORE 'As heartwarming as it is heartbreaking, love, hope and family never leave this epic tale, which becomes one of escape and redemption. Stunning and powerful' JANICE HALLETT "The young boys walked right through the fireflies, bathed in the warm blinking light. Lalloo tried to catch them between his palms but they were elusive, flying away or quickly going dark and invisible." Even in the darkest moments, there is light to be found. On the night that Lalloo's brother is murdered, a large yellow moon hangs low in the sky above the family's small hut on the outskirts of Lahore. Abandoned far from home only hours later, seven-year-old Lalloo will not see them again for a very long time. Unable to escape the memory of that night, Lalloo's parents and sisters remain trapped at the brickyard, the kiln chimney churning black smoke into the sky as they slave brick by brick to pay off their debts. Now that he is older, Lalloo saves every rupee he earns in the city in the hope that he might one day be able to rescue his family. Yet as he falls in love with a girl he thought he'd lost forever, he realises that their freedom will only come with unimaginable sacrifice. And as the fireflies dance overhead, Lalloo must finally choose his own destiny... Inspired by a true story, this mesmerising debut novel of love, family, resilience and redemption will appeal to fans of modern classics The Kite Runner and The Beekeeper of Aleppo. ** More praise for When the Fireflies Dance ** 'A beautiful, evocative, heart-wrenching novel of love, courage and strength in the face of unthinkable adversity. A stunning, eye-opening, moving novel with the power to transform a reader's view of the world' RAJASREE VARIYAR 'A bold, beautiful novel that sweeps you away in an evocative story of family secrets, sacrifice and redemption. I read this in three breathless gulps and if you enjoyed The Beekeeper of Aleppo, or The Kite Runner, you're going to love it. A page-turning, heart-pounding thrill of a book, full of truth and insight and hope' WIZ WHARTON 'Deeply evocative and totally transporting, a story that will really stay with me' SAMUEL BURR 'A beautiful novel. Lalloo's story is evocative, heartbreaking, and full of hope. I loved it' CHARLOTTE LEVIN 'Thought-provoking and heartbreaking. Aisha Hassan's gift for storytelling makes this a beautiful and poignant read' MARJAN KAMALI Autorid: Aisha Hassan

In this timely, fascinating examination, a renowned philosopher and advisor to the acclaimed TV show The Good Place sketches a powerful framework for establishing our responsibilities as a species and gives hope that we might one day find universal agreement that the answer is “no” to his title question. "Philosophical advisor to the hit NBC sitcom The Good Place contemplates the future of humanity-whether we should bring new humans into the world, or if the world would be better without us"-- Should we bring new humans into the world? Or would it be better off without us? A renowned philosopher and advisor to NBC’s The Good Place offers a thoughtful exploration of humanity’s future—or lack thereof. “For more than five years, Todd May was my philosophical advisor. I heartily recommend that he be yours as well. (It helps that he’s quite funny.)”—Michael Schur, from the Introduction These days it’s harder than ever to watch TV, scroll social media, or even just sit at home looking out of the window without contemplating the question at the heart of philosopher Todd May’s Should We Go Extinct? Facing climate destruction and the revived specter of nuclear annihilation even as humans continue to cause untold suffering to our fellow creatures on planet Earth, we are forced each day to contemplate whether the world would be better off in our absence. In this timely, fascinating examination, May, a renowned philosopher and advisor to the acclaimed TV show The Good Place, reasons both for and against the continuation of our species, trying to help us understand how and whether, the positive and negative tallies of the human ledger are comparable, and what conclusions we might draw about ourselves and our future from doing so. He discusses the value that only humans can bring to the world and to one another as well as the goods, like art and music, that would be lost were we no longer here. On the other side of the ledger, he walks us through the suffering we cause to nature and the non-human world, seeking to understand whether it’s possible to justify such suffering against our merits and if not, what changes we could make to reduce the harm we cause. In this moment of rising pessimism about the future, and as many people wonder whether they should bring children into such a dark and difficult world, the questions May tackles in Should We Go Extinct? are hardly theoretical. As he explores the complexities involved with changes such as an end to factory farming, curbing scientific testing of animals, reducing the human population, and seeking to develop empathy with our fellow creatures, May sketches a powerful framework for establishing our responsibilities as a species and gives hope that we might one day find universal agreement that the answer to his title question should be No. Autorid: Todd May

This book explores the relationship between an introduced gender equality rule and broader gender sensitivity in the Parliament of the Republic of Fiji. Key concepts of gendered institutional transformation – commitment, capacity and will – are contextualized from a Fijian gender politics perspective to uncover the extent to which actors and processes of this parliament are gender sensitive.Very little of the global research on gender sensitive parliaments has focused on the Pacific region, despite significant investments from international organizations towards gender sensitive parliamentary strengthening. This investment is often predicated on the assumption that the international actors who have been instrumental in defining the norm are best placed to entrench it in local contexts. The case study of Fiji provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges faced in establishing the roots of cultural political change required to achieve truly gender sensitive parliaments. Autorid: Sonia Palmieri

When you think of Australian wine, you think of James Halliday. For almost 40 years, the legendary winemaker and critic has been the most trusted name in the industry, and his celebrated Halliday Wine Companion is the final word in what to drink now. This bestselling annual sets the benchmark for winemakers, collectors and wine lovers alike. The 2023 edition has been revised and updated with over 760 pages. Featuring all new scores, notes, wineries and the latest information on exceptional, outstanding and highly recommended wines. Inside, a team of Halliday expert share their extensive knowledge of wine with over 5000 tasting notes offering advice on great value wines, as well as key wine regions, wineries and winemakers, vineyard sizes, opening times and contact details. The Halliday Wine Companion 2023 is quite simply the essential guide for drinkers of Australian wine, or a perfect gift for the wine lover in your life. Autorid: James Halliday

This book offers a study of how football became in the 1870s a global sport that was played by high school students on several continents. It provides a horizontal perspective that focusses on the spread of football from its English cradle to Germany, the United States, and Argentina. So far, the history of football has been written by sport historians who have considered the history of this sport in isolation from the context in which it emerged. In the second half of the nineteenth century, football was created by educators and students as part of school reform. Football served as a new and enticing teaching tool that gave students freedom, encouraged self-determination, and fostered teamwork. After the game had been developed at English public schools, it was introduced by teachers and students at high schools and colleges in England, Germany, Argentina, and the United States during the 1870s. The game proved particularly popular among the children of parents who engaged in trade and industry since this new sport offered an introduction to essential modern values such as teamwork and collaboration that were needed in an industrialized society.Football was, furthermore, part of the social reform movement that emerged in the second half of the nineteenth century in response to the social ills of urban life. Adults and children spent more and more time inside badly ventilated buildings. Even physical education was conducted inside high school gymnasiums. Beginning in the 1870s, social reformers and teachers called for the introduction into school curricula of physical exercises that could be conducted on the meadows and sport fields outside cities. Those educators joined the calls for the introduction of football into high school curricula found themselves in the company of social reformers who championed the creation of public parks, tenement gardens, and clothing reform.These two contexts have not mattered in books about the history of football written by sport historians. Sport historians have always separated football from the social and cultural contexts in which it emerged and have paid little attention to the reasons for which football was introduced into German, Argentinian, or American society in the first place. Historians of education have likewise ignored the role of football within school reform. The result is a narrative that provides vertical (national, regional, or local) accounts of this sport from its introduction into a specific geographic space (i.e., city, region, or country) from its first occurrence to the present time. Thisbook, by contrast, will offer a horizontal perspective that focusses on the spread of football in the 1870s from its English cradle to Germany, the United States, and Argentina. It will be the very first account of football that does not treat this sport in isolation but brings together the phenomenon of football with the conditions in nineteenth-century high schools and the crisis of urban living and, thereby, explains why this sport was so willingly and quickly accepted into various societies and cultures around the globe. This book offers a study of how football became in the 1870s a global sport that was played by high school students on several continents. It provides a horizontal perspective that focusses on the spread of football in the 1870s from its English cradle to Germany, the United States, and Argentina. It will be the very first account of football that does not treat this sport in isolation but brings together the phenomenon of football with the conditions in nineteenth-century high schools and the crisis of urban living and, thereby, explains why this sport was so willingly and quickly accepted into various societies and cultures around the globe.Football was part of the social reform movement that emerged in the second half of the nineteenth century in response to the social ills of urban life. Adults and children spent more and more time inside badly ventilated buildings. Beginning in the 1870s, social reformers and teachers called for the introduction into school curricula of physical exercises that could be conducted on the meadows and sport fields outside cities. Autorid: Thomas Adam

Dreams will become nightmares...To take her place as rightful queen, Malin Strom stands by the side of the Nightrender and his guild of thieves in the fight to take a throne she never wanted. Now, as warriors from distant kingdoms answer their call, a new battle begins.But when dark fae side with the Black Palace, Malin and Kase are forced to take drastic measures if they are to have a hope for victory: forge an unwilling alliance with a cruel sea fae, draw out a cursed beast they thought long dead, even risk the lives of everyone they love by twisting the memories of fate itself.For Kase and Malin, this fight could be their hard-fought salvation...or a vicious end to everything they love.Welcome to the final stand in the Eastern Kingdom. Where the stakes are higher, the battles are darker, and the romance is spicier. A wicked spin on Cinderella comes to a head in the final battle of thieves and kings.

Don't miss the next book in the enthralling new series from the number one bestselling author Santa Montefiore - coming soon!'Santa Montefiore really knows these people inside and out. I couldn't put this book down' JULIAN FELLOWES, creator of Downton AbbeySet in New York's Gilded Age, Pixie Tate returns in this sweeping story of love, loss and a curious discovery that will change everything...Readers love Santa Montefiore...'Hurry up Santa and write another!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Just WOW...' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Santa Montefiore's books are amazing!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Lots of twists and turns, I couldn't put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Brought tears to my eyes' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A treasure you will want to read over and over' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mit fast 300 Einträgen bietet dieses Lexikon der Baukunst einen unverzichtbaren Überblick über die Schlüsselfiguren bei der Erschaffung moderner Bauformen . Wir stellen Ihnen die wegweisenden Architekten des 19. bis 21. Jahrhunderts mit jeweils einem Porträt, einer Kurzbiografie sowie einer Präsentation ihrer wichtigsten Arbeiten vor. Wie auf einer persönlichen Weltreise durch die Architektur reisen Sie von den Wolkenkratzern Manhattans zu einem japanischen Konzertsaal, von Antoni Gaudí s Palau Güell in Barcelona zu Lina Bo Bardi s Sport- und Freizeitzentrum auf einem ehemaligen Fabrikgelände in São Paulo. Sie erleben Gio Ponti s bunte Geometrien, Zaha Hadid s frei fließenden Futurismus, das lichtdurchflutete Innenleben von SANAA und Charles Rennie Mackintosh s einzigartige Mischung aus schottischer Tradition und elegantem Japonismus. Die alphabetisch angeordneten Einträge umfassen außerdem Gruppierungen, Strömungen und Stile , um diese führenden Architekten besser in ihr zeitgeschichtliches und geografisches Umfeld einordnen zu können, darunter der Internationale Stil , das Bauhaus , De St¿l und viele mehr. Anschaulich illustriert, unter anderem mit einigen der besten Architekturfotografien unserer Zeit , bildet dieser Band ein umfassendes Nachschlagewerk für alle Fachleute, Studenten und Architekturliebhaber.

Are you tired of avoiding patterns because they don't exactly match your yarn or measurements? "Math for Knitters," by Kate Atherley, is your key to pattern freedom! This practical guide transforms intimidating knitting calculations into simple arithmetic anyone can master. Finally understand what gauge really means and how to work with it when yours doesn't precisely match the pattern. Learn to confidently substitute yarns without running short or wasting money. Customize garments to fit your unique body perfectly by making strategic alterations to length, shaping, and edgings. Atherley breaks down complex concepts into bite-sized, approachable steps. You'll discover how to: - Calculate yardage for different yarn weights - Distribute increases and decreases evenly - Modify necklines for better fit and style - Adjust patterns for different gauges No more skipping patterns because they don't come in your exact size or settling for garments that don't fit quite right. With clear examples and straightforward methods, you'll gain the skills to adapt appropriate patterns to your needs--and identify when it's time to look for something better suited to what you want. The best part? You only need basic arithmetic--no complex math required! Whether you're a beginner ready to move beyond basic patterns or an experienced knitter wanting more control, this book will transform your crafting experience.

Don't miss the next book in the enthralling new series from the number one bestselling author Santa Montefiore - coming soon!'Santa Montefiore really knows these people inside and out. I couldn't put this book down' JULIAN FELLOWES, creator of Downton AbbeyThe moment Pixie Tate steps inside the opulent Aldershoff Hotel in Manhattan, one of the last relics of New York's Gilded Age, she senses instantly that its elegant walls hide a dark secret.Pixie knows that she must use her unique gift to travel back in time in order to discover the mysteries of the past, and as she slips back over a hundred years, she's shocked to find herself in the midst of one of the most famous events in history.As the stars twinkle overhead, Pixie realises that time is running out. But when she comes face-to-face with a man she thought she'd lost forever, will she keep her promise to save only the souls she should - or is it too late, and has she already changed the future?Secrets of the Starlit Sea is an epic and stunningly romantic time-travel mystery, and the second book in Santa Montefiore's sensational new series.Readers love Santa Montefiore...'Hurry up Santa and write another!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Just WOW...' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Santa Montefiore's books are amazing!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Lots of twists and turns, I couldn't put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Brought tears to my eyes' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A treasure you will want to read over and over' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Fall And Winter Word Searches!Celebrate the Fall and Winter seasons with this collection of large print word searches. Each puzzle is a different topic, and words are hidden in all directions. Great for all ages!50 themed puzzles 750 words to findLarge printAnswers includedHours of fun!These puzzles are fun for all ages. This book makes a great gift for anyone this Fall or Winter season!

At the Gate gathers more than seventy previously unpublished poems by the iconic American poet Lucille Clifton written over the last two decades of her life. Discovered in digital archives by poet and scholar Kazim Ali, these poems span a prolific and reflective period in Clifton’s career as she shifted from typewriters to word processors and desktop computers. Many were originally drafted for publication, but set aside—until now.Edited by Ali, this collection includes a contextual Foreword and detailed notes that illuminate Clifton’s late writing process and the editorial journey of these poems—deepening and expanding the themes that defined Clifton’s celebrated body of work. At the Gate is a profound and necessary addition to Clifton’s legacy—one that reaffirms her place as a poet of the body, the spirit, and the deep truths that we must endure—her voice as intimate, fearless, and luminous as ever. Autorid: Lucille Clifton, Kazim Ali

Si siempre ha querido administrar sus propias inversiones, pero no sabe por dónde empezar, continúe leyendo ...Siga los métodos probados y verdaderos, utilizados por inversores legendarios como Warren Buffett, para obtener ganancias constantes en el mercado, incluso si solo tiene $ 500 para empezar.A pesar de lo que los principales medios financieros quieran decirle. Invertir no es un juego imposible que solo los profesionales pueden dominar ...De hecho, Peter Lynch, conocido como el administrador de dinero más exitoso de Estados Unidos, dice que, al utilizar un proceso de inversión confiable y repetible, los inversionistas promedio pueden vencer a los profesionales.Pero aquí hay 3 grandes errores que cometen los inversores sin experiencia ...Error #1: confiar únicamente en los pronosticadores de acciones de las redes sociales y la televisión para obtener informaciónError #2: apresurarse a entrar en "sectores calientes" por miedo a perderse algo y comprar empresas pobres a precios sobrevaloradosError #3: Pánico a vender por pérdidas la primera vez que sus acciones bajan y perder ganancias cuando rebotan a nuevos máximosAhora estas son las buenas noticias.Al utilizar nuestra metodología Rational Process Investing, los inversores individuales pueden obtener beneficios constantes a largo plazo en el mercado.Fundada sobre principios atemporales utilizados por inversores legendarios como Warren Buffett. No necesita un título en finanzas o estadística. Tampoco es necesario pasar horas cada día pegado a los medios financieros. Solo 2 horas a la semana es suficiente.Lo que significa que puede empezar con ventaja siguiendo los sencillos y prácticos consejos que se presentan en este libro. Incluso si nunca antes compró acciones.Entonces, si se está lamentando por perderse grandes ganancias. Le mostraremos cómo encontrar el próximo Facebook, Netflix o Amazon.Empresas que pueden convertir una modesta inversión de $500 en $30,000 o más.Aquí hay solo una parte de lo que descubrirás en este libro:• El error número uno que cometen los inversores sin experiencia. Evite este error y ganará dinero• Olvídese de Netflix, esta empresa va a ser la verdadera ganadora del boom de la transmisión digital• Cómo manejar sus emociones cuando sus acciones bajan. Esto es inevitable para los inversores a largo plazo.• Coca-Cola o PepsiCo: ¿cuál es una mejor inversión en los próximos 20 años?• La verdad oculta sobre "buying the dip". Por qué la mayoría de los inversores fracasan miserablemente y qué hacer en su lugar• Su oportunidad de comprar "el próximo Berkshire Hathaway" por solo el 0,3% del precio de una sola acción de la empresa de Warren Buffett• Este negocio de software ha crecido cinco veces más rápido que el S&P 500 y aún puede adquirirlo por menos de $10 / acción• El 95% de los inversores se han equivocado en el cálculo del costo en dólares durante todo este tiempo.• Si solo tuviéramos $500 para invertir en una sola empresa....y mucho, mucho más.También recibirá nuestro curso de video adicional gratuito Valoración de empresas 101.Este no es un libro de texto teórico denso de 600 páginas. Está escrito en un español sencillo y sin jerga técnica repetitiva. Encontrará consejos fáciles de seguir, además de ejemplos concretos de todo lo que enseñamos.Entonces, incluso si nunca ha leído un sólo libro sobre finanzas o inversiones en su vida. De inmediato comprenderá cómo convertirse en un inversor exitoso a largo plazo.Para comenzar su viaje de inversión hoy, desplácese hacia arriba y haga clic en "agregar al carrito"