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Nimekas pianist Ryder saabub Kesk-Euroopa linna, kus tema hotellituba osutub ta poisipõlve magamistoaks Inglismaal, ning tasapisi hakkab talle meenuma, et portjee tütar ja tütrepoeg on tema naine ja (kasu)poeg. Nii portjee, hotelli juhataja kui ka viimase poeg, nagu ka terve hulk teisi linnakodanikke, ründavad pianisti kõikvõimalike tungivate isiklike palvetega, külastuse ametlikku ajakava talle aga ei näidatagi ning banketile viiakse ta hommikumantlis ja toatuhvlites. Linnas valitseb kriis, sest kultuurielu peamine tugisammas tðellist Christoff, kelle ümber linna kunstieliit oma elu on keerlema pannud, pole nende usaldust õigustanud. Tuleb leida uus iidol ning sellega on mingil salapärasel moel seotud kogu linnarahva õnn ja hea käekäik. Selgub, et linna tuntuim joodik Brodsky on kunagi olnud dirigent ning tema mainet püütakse taastada, hoides teda kainena ning näidates teda linnarahvale auväärt seltskonnas – see üritus peakski tipnema Ryderi esinemisega, kusjuures orkestrit juhatab Brodsky. See Kazuo Ishiguro 1995. aastal ilmunud romaan on kriitikuid ühtaegu vaimustanud ja nörritanud. Kindlasti on see omaette maailm, kus välised olud ja sündmused võivad igapäevaelust päris palju erineda, kuid seda täpsemalt on kaardistatud mõtete ja tunnete unenäolisi maastikke. Autorid: Aet Varik, Kazuo Ishiguro

An innovative approach to the history of the First Persian Empire, offering an accessible historical narrative for students and general readers alike  A History of the Achaemenid Empire considers archaeological and written sources to provide an expansive, source-based introduction to the diverse and culturally rich world of ancient Achaemenid Persia. Assuming no prior background, this accessible textbook follows the dynastic line from the establishment and expansion of the empire under the early Achaemenid kings to its collapse in 330 BCE. The text integrates the latest research, key primary sources, and archaeological data to offer readers deep insights into the empire, its kings, and its people.   Chronologically organized chapters contain written, archaeological, and visual sources that highlight key learning points, stimulate discussion, and encourage readers to evaluate specific pieces of evidence. Throughout the text, author Maria Brosius emphasizes the necessity to critically assess Greek sources—highlighting how their narrative of Achaemenid political history often depicted stereotypical images of the Persians rather than historical reality. Topics include the establishment of empire under Cyrus the Great, Greek-Persian relations, the creation of a Persian ruling class, the bureaucracy and operation of the empire, Persian diplomacy and foreign policy, and the reign of Darius III. This innovative textbook:  - Offers a unique approach to Achaemenid history, considering both archaeological and literary sources  - Places primary Persian and Near Eastern sources in their cultural, political, and historical context   - Examines material rarely covered in non-specialist texts, such as royal inscriptions, Aramaic documents, and recent archaeological finds  - Features a comprehensive introduction to Achaemenid geography, Greek historiography, and modern scholarship on the Persian War  Part of the acclaimed Blackwell History of the Ancient World series, A History of the Achaemenid Empire is a perfect primary textbook for courses in Ancient History, Near Eastern Studies, and Classical Civilizations, as well as an invaluable resource for general readers with interest in the history of empires, particularly the first Persian empire or Iranian civilization.  Autorid: Maria Brosius

Generating Business Referrals Without Asking reveals why not asking for referrals is the key to a referral explosion. Generating Business Referrals Without Asking reveals why not asking for referrals is the key to a referral explosion. Whether you have been in business ten years or are still in your first year, you have undoubtedly heard about—or even experienced—the power of a business referral. The potential new client who “drops” into your lap, referred to you by someone else. It is the easiest way to bring in new clients and anyone who has experienced the power of a referral wants to know how to generate more referrals. Unfortunately, the majority of research results culminate in a single piece of advice: ask for the referrals in order to receive them. But what if you didn’t have to ask and could unleash a referral explosion? In Generating Business Referrals Without Asking, business owner Stacey Brown Randall teaches other business owners why asking for referrals isn’t necessary and what to do instead. She includes her five steps to building a business sustained by referrals, case studies and results from business professionals, and step-by-step roadmap for anyone seeking a better way to grow their business. Autorid: Stacey Brown Randall

Der Sprachführer Englisch ist der ideale Begleiter für Reise und Urlaub, denn er macht einfache Verständigung auch ohne Englischkenntnisse möglich. Klar gegliedert nach Situationen bietet er praktische Hilfe mit den wichtigsten Wörtern, Sätzen und Wendungen. Zahlreiche Infokästen mit landeskundlichen Tipps helfen, sich in jeder Lage schnell zurechtzufinden. Die am häufigsten gebrauchten Wörter, Sätze und Redewendungen. Klare Gliederung nach Reisesituationen. Alle Einträge mit internationaler Lautschrift. 16 Zeigeseiten mit Fotos zu den Themen Essen & Trinken, Geschirr & Besteck, menschlicher Körper, Kleidung, Tiere, Fortbewegungsmittel. Mit Reisewörterbuch Portugiesisch zum schnellen Nachschlagen. Übersichtliches Layout mit vielen Fotos und praktisches Format für die Jackentasche.

Lady Liberty Library Reader ist ein hybrides Format, das Elemente einer unabhängigen Zeitschrift, eines Theorie-Readers und eines visuellen Archivs vereint. Der Reader dokumentiert und zelebriert Highlights aus zehn Jahren Tätigkeit, die die österreichisch-amerikanische Künstlerin Nina Prader unter dem Label Lady Liberty Press verfolgt. Bibliotheken, Archive, Denkmäler aus Druckerzeugnissen sind Aktionsräume ihrer künstlerischen Arbeit, in der das eigene und gemeinsame Verfassen (Text und Grafik), Publizieren und Drucken von Zines, Pamphleten, und Künstler:innenbüchern (zumeist im Risografdruck) einen zentralen Platz einnehmen. Dieser Reader präsentiert Ressourcen, Wegbegleiter:innen und wegweisende Texte erstmalig an einem gebundenen Ort - neu und geschichtlich. Ein Aufruf zur Gründung von Bibliotheken, überall!

Based on her inspiring, viral 2018 commencement speech to Barnard College's graduates in New York City, New York Times bestselling author, two-time Olympic gold medalist and FIFA World Cup champion Abby Wambach delivers her empowering rally cry for women to unleash their individual power, unite with their pack, and emerge victorious together.Abby Wambach became a champion because of her incredible talent as a soccer player. She became an icon because of her remarkable wisdom as a leader. As the co-captain of the 2015 Women's World Cup Champion Team, she created a culture not just of excellence, but of honor, commitment, resilience, and sisterhood. She helped transform a group of individual women into one of the most successful, powerful and united Wolfpacks of all time. In her retirement, Abby's ready to do the same for her new team: All Women Everywhere. In Wolfpack, Abby's message to women is:We have never been Little Red Riding Hood. We Are the Wolves.We must wander off the path and blaze a new one: together.She insists that women must let go of old rules of leadership that neither include or serve them. She's created a new set of Wolfpack rules to help women unleash their individual power, unite with their Wolfpack, and change the landscape of their lives and world: from the family room to the board room to the White House. · Make failure your fuel: Transform failure to wisdom and power. · Lead from the bench: Lead from wherever you are. · Champion each other: Claim each woman's victory as your own. · Demand the effing ball: Don't ask permission: take what you've earned.In Abby's vision, we are not Little Red Riding Hoods, staying on the path because we're told to. We are the wolves, fighting for a better tomorrow for ourselves, our pack, and all the future wolves who will come after us.

Casey McQuiston's I Kissed Shara Wheeler is about breaking the rules, getting messy, and finding love in unexpected places. Now with an all new chapter from Shara's point of view.Perfect for fans of Heartstopper, this is the debut YA queer rom-com from the bestselling author of Red, White and Royal Blue.'A razor-sharp, intensely compassionate, subversive, sweet, electrifyingly romantic knockout of a book' - Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs the Homo Sapiens AgendaA month before graduating, the principal's perfect daughter, prom queen Shara Wheeler, kisses Chloe Green - and vanishes.On a furious hunt for answers, Chloe discovers she's not the only one Shara kissed. There's also Smith, Shara's long-time sweetheart, and Rory, Shara's bad-boy neighbour with a crush.Thrown into an unlikely alliance, Chloe, Smith and Rory follow Shara's trail of annoyingly cryptic clues, and Chloe starts to suspect that there might be more to this small town - and to Shara - than she thought . . .This edition includes brand new bonus content, giving behind-the-scenes insight into Casey's creative process.