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Alejandro Valverde - the 'Green Bullet' - was a symbol of Spanish sport. Supremely talented, hard-working beyond belief, he was ranked no.1 in the world four times before retiring in 2022. He is a champion of undeniable charisma and immense achievement - and yet also a convicted doping cheat. Appearing in a list of encoded names, Valverde was one of many at the heart of a doping ring for elite sportsmen. Discovered by Spanish police in the infamous Operacion Puerto, the revelations contained in the operation threatened to rip cycling apart.

In many ways, Haber is one of those Spanish verbs that really does not get the attention it deserves. It constantly surprises us just how misunderstood and misused it is. Even though Haber often plays a secondary role in our sentence structures and one of its biggest jobs is to work as a ‘helper’ verb, you will discover that Haber, is by no means a ‘runner up’ verb! Once you learn to manage and use it in a fluent and controlled manner, your Spanish will move ahead leaps and bounds.

Amid the many catastrophes of the 20th century, the Spanish Civil War continues to exert a particular fascination among history buffs and the layperson alike. This Very Short Introduction integrates the political, social, and cultural history of the Spanish Civil War. It sets out the domestic and international context of the war for a general audience. In addition to tracing the course of war, the book locates the war's origins in the cumulative social and cultural anxieties provoked by a process of rapid, uneven, and accelerating modernism taking place all over Europe.

This Audiobook will take you through the basics of Spanish with Basic Bootcamp, All About, and Pronunciation lessons. The five Basic Bootcamp lessons each center on a practical, real-life conversation. In the fifteen All About lessons, you’ll learn all about Spanish and Spain. Our native teachers and language experts will explain everything you need to know to get started in Spanish.

Previous accounts of the fall of the Inca empire have played up the importance of the events of one violent day in November 1532 at the highland Andean town of Cajamarca. To some, the "Cajamarca miracle" - in which Francisco Pizarro and a small contingent of Spaniards captured an Inca who led an army numbering in the tens of thousands - demonstrated the intervention of divine providence. To others, the outcome was simply the result of European technological and immunological superiority.

The first major history of the International Brigades: a tale of blood, ideals and tragedy in the fight against fascism. The Spanish Civil War was the first armed battle in the fight against fascism, and a rallying cry for a generation. Over 35,000 volunteers from 61 countries around the world came to defend democracy against the troops of Franco, Hitler and Mussolini. Ill-equipped and disorderly, yet fuelled by a shared sense of purpose and potential glory, disparate groups of idealistic young men and women banded together to form a volunteer army.

Are you ready to transform your understanding of Spanish and immerse yourself in Mexico's rich culture? "Mexican Spanish for Beginners" is more than just a language course; it's your personal guide to a vibrant linguistic journey!

A thrilling exposé recounting how members of Opus Dei—a secretive, ultra-conservative Catholic sect—pushed its radical agenda within the Church and around the globe, using billions of dollars siphoned from one of the world’s largest banks. For over half a century, Banco Popular was one of...

From bestselling author and international sensation Paulo Coelho, a novel set in a small village about a young, poor barmaid whose wager with the devil leads to a spiritual transformation. A stranger arrives at the remote village of Viscos, carrying with him a backpack containing a notebook and...

An Odyssey Honor Audiobook In a novel-in-verse that brims with grief and love, National Book Award-winning and New York Times-bestselling author Elizabeth Acevedo writes about the devastation of loss, the difficulty of forgiveness, and the bittersweet bonds that shape our lives. Don't miss the...

Dive into the amazing story of Jamaica, a country shaped by the trials of slavery and the incredible strength of its people. This audiobook tells how enslaved Africans, despite enduring terrible hardships, built the foundation of Jamaica’s vibrant culture and heritage.

Struggling with Spanish verbs and tenses? Confused about ser or estar? Feeling frustrated or unsure when trying to speak Spanish? You’re not alone – but learning Spanish doesn’t have to be confusing, stressful, or impossible. Spanish Grammar Made Easy is your complete, step-by-step guide to mastering Spanish grammar and speaking with confidence. Designed specifically for adult learners who already know some Spanish, this audiobook breaks grammar down into clear, simple explanations, practical real-life examples, and engaging exercises that make learning easy, memorable, and even enjoyable.

Always wanted to raise a bilingual child but struggled with boring language lessons? Then keep reading... Are you sick and tired of seeing your child's eyes glaze over during language learning sessions? Have you tried countless flashcards and apps but nothing seems to stick? Do you finally want to say goodbye to tedious vocabulary drills and discover something that actually works for your little one? Teach Bilingual Words — Chef Croco's Secret Sound Recipes is your answer. Teaching your child a second language doesn't have to be a chore.

Do you want to travel with ease and elegance, getting what you need when you need it? This is the solution for your communication problems when you travel to Spanish-speaking countries! You can access the phrase you need by using a table of contents that will lead you to the topic you are looking for.

New York Times bestselling author Alan Furst is widely recognized as master of the historical spy novel. Furst’s works are vivid evocations of long-forgotten heroes and feature plots that unfold to the inexorable cadence of history. Night Soldiers is a simultaneously thrilling and illuminating tale of espionage set in 1934.

Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle's classic Bear books have been a hit with children for many generations and have sold more than 11 million copies. This wonderful compilation brings together the beloved first three Bear books—Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?; and Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?—and includes the newest addition, Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?

The second novel in the addictive bestselling supernatural series begun with Dead Witch Walking. To save herself and her vampire roommate, former bounty hunter Rachel Morgan must confront six feet of sheer supernatural seduction—the vampire master—and dark secrets she’s hidden even from...

The Ultimate Collection of Spanish Stories! First, hear the story in Spanish. Then, skip to the next track to hear the same story in English! Includes 16 stories that teach popular vocabulary words. Then, sing along with 15 fun songs that incorporate the words you learned! For added practice, listen to the last 12 tracks for a review of words with proper English and Spanish pronunciation! Your child will be speaking and understanding Spanish in no time at all!

Learning how to speak Spanish like a native is hard when all you have are boring, outdated reference books filled with phrases for tourists. That is why we created this fun and engaging audio guide - Learn Spanish for Adult Beginners: Speak Spanish in 30 Days and Learn Everyday Phrases - to help you navigate daily life and communicate within relevant, modern-day scenarios.

Learning the basics of Spanish can be fast and easy. This audiobook includes words and sentences about eating, shopping, and more. You will learn over 700 expressions that will help you ask for directions, find a restaurant, or talk to a doctor. You'll also learn how to pronounce each phrase by listening to a fluent Spanish speaker. It's great for visitors to Spain and Latin America!