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From a grandmother worried that her children are losing their Indian identity, to a daughter wrapped up in a forbidden biracial love affair, to a granddaughter social activist fighting to preserve Bengali tigers, Perkins weaves together the threads of a family growing into an American identity. Here is a sweeping story of five women at once intimately relatable and yet entirely new.

Kleists Erzählung aus dem Jahre 1808 erzählt die Geschichte des Rosshändlers Kohlhaas, den ein Junker um zwei Pferde betrügt...

Ganelon Silvermane, the genetically designed superhero of the Earth's fabulous final age, has rapidly become the most popular of all Lin Carter's creations. In this third novel of Gondwane, Ganelon Silvermane encounters a city of illusion, the problem of scientific immortals, and the disastrous collision of a massive horde of the world's ultimate barbarians!

"I see Gondwane as it shall be in the untold ages of dim futurity, near the time when the Earth shall be man's habitation no more, and the great night shall enfold all, and naught but the cold stars shall reign. The first sign of the end ye shall see in the heavens, for Lo! the moon is falling, falling. And there shall come a man into the lands, a man not like other men, but sent from Galendil."

Michael Nagler offers a step-by-step guide to using nonviolence creatively to confront any problem and to build change movements capable of restructuring the very bedrock of society. He identifies some specific tactical mistakes made by unsuccessful nonviolent actions, such as the Tiananmen Square demonstrations and the Occupy protests, and includes stories of successful nonviolent resistance from around the world, including an example from Nazi Germany.

In a small town in Arkansas there sits an old house. It's dirty and dilapidated. There hasn't been a human occupant in several years. The man who built it died under strange circumstances. And over the years even more have died or disappeared in or around it. Why hasn't it been torn down? Or how has it escaped being targeted by developers? Good questions but the answer isn't a simple one. For the house served as more than just a dwelling for a person. It serves as a nexus between worlds. And the home of a being of dark origins. It is a house, a courtroom and an execution grounds.

Der Fertigkeiten-Trainer " Hören & Sprechen B2 (Deutsch üben)" richtet sich an fortgeschrittene Deutschlerner (Erwachsene + junge Erwachsene) zum selbstständigen Üben und Wiederholen, zur Überbrückung von Kurspausen, als Vorbereitung auf die Prüfungen der Niveaustufe B2 (Hörverstehen, Sprechen) bzw. zum Erhalt dieses Kenntnisstandes.

This audiobook presents what numerous reviewers have called the best existing argument for the abolition of war, demonstating that war can be ended, war should be ended, war is not ending on its own, and that we must end war.

Negotiation is a skill people need to use every day. In this audiobook exclusive, learn the negotiation skills required to navigate difficult work situations. We are often unaware when we enter a negotiation; a conversation takes a turn, we're unprepared, and suddenly we've agreed take on a new role at work without additional compensation. In today's economy, we are more burdened than ever, and it is increasingly important to identify the red flags that signal a negotiation is about to commence.

Ambitious and cocky, a young neurosurgery resident left his hometown of Chicago for what became an unforgettable adventure in San Francisco, both exhilarating and disheartening, destined to irrevocably change his future. "Dogmeat" was the moniker he was given as apprentice to a famous - and famously intimidating - neurosurgeon. Moris Senegor gives a disarmingly honest account of his "Dogmeat" days in the wards and operating rooms of UCSF.

The good news? There’s a way out of Fairie. The bad news? It’s through the heart of the Unseelie Court of Winter. And that’s not all. Maeve, Winter’s ruler, has been stealing human kids for her own twisted delights. Not only do we have to find a way to sneak into her lands, but also we’ve got to break in, rescue the stolen children and get them out again without her knowing. Or...we go to war with the entire nightmarish Unseelie Court.

Prepare yourself for another thrilling adventure with The Moore Boys in "High Stakes"! This time, they team up with their sister, Simmeon, a brilliant strategist and expert in marine warfare, bringing her specialized knowledge to the group. Returning to assist them is the steadfast Cassie Ann, whose resourcefulness and unwavering support are invaluable. Adding to their impressive lineup is the formidable Master Sergeant Wilson, a battle-hardened veteran now using his extensive skills to safeguard humanity in the civilian realm .

Die erste Regel bei Olympia: Wir verlieben uns nicht! Olympische Spiele, Winter Vibes und ein grumpy Eishockeykapitän, an den SIE nicht ihr Herz verlieren darf. Amie will endlich allen beweisen, dass sie gut genug ist für ihren Traum vom Olympischen Gold. Doch als sich ihre größte Konkurrentin im Snowboarden zu Beginn der Spiele verletzt, steht Amie plötzlich im Fokus der Öffentlichkeit. Und damit kann sie so gar nicht umgehen.

Pass auf, wem du vertraust Meliya erfährt, dass die Aydemir-Brüder ihr Versprechen, sie gehen zu lassen, nicht einhalten wollen. Obwohl sie sich zu den Brüdern hingezogen fühlt, bedeutet ihr ihre Freiheit mehr. Sie beschließt, zu fliehen und unterzutauchen. Die Flucht könnte allerdings ihren Tod bedeuten. Denn nicht nur die Brüder sind auf der Suche nach ihr, sondern auch die verfeindeten Kalkans. Eine andere Mafia-Familie, deren Klauen sie bereits einmal nur knapp entkommen ist. Es beginnt ein Wettlauf gegen die Zeit …

Was, wenn das Herz lauter spricht als der Verstand – und die Vergangenheit sich nicht länger verschweigen lässt? Toni liebt das Museum of Broken Hearts. Es ist ihr Herzensprojekt – ein Ort voller Ideen, Geschichte und Sehnsucht. Dass ihre Eltern ihr für die Planung der "Night of Wishes" einen professionellen Eventmanager vor die Nase setzen, passt ihr gar nicht – und als ausgerechnet Vince auftaucht, mit dem sie bereits beim Speed Dating im Museum aneinandergeraten ist, fliegen die Funken. Denn Vince ist alles andere als begeistert von Tonis kreativem Chaos.

Embark on a journey of discovery with Miracles: Unraveling the Extraordinary Mystery of Divine Intervention. Acclaimed author James Rondepierre invites you into a world where the extraordinary merges with the everyday, unveiling divine forces shaping our lives. Through captivating stories that transcend time & space, this book explores miraculous moments that inspire awe & ignite the human spirit. From tales of healing & forgiveness to groundbreaking innovations that transform humanity, each narrative reveals life’s profound mysteries.

In Wild Tongues Can’t Be Tamed, bestselling and award-winning authors as well as up-and-coming voices interrogate the different myths and stereotypes about the Latinx diaspora. These fifteen original pieces delve into everything from ghost stories and superheroes, to memories in the kitchen and travels around the world, to addiction and grief, to identity and anti-Blackness, to finding love and speaking your truth. Full of both sorrow and joy, Wild Tongues Can't Be Tamed is an essential celebration of this rich and diverse community.

Are you currently feeling overwhelmed and on the verge of giving up while looking after someone with dementia? It's not an easy road, but with the right tools and mindset, it's a road that can be walked with purpose and fulfillment. So if you're feeling lost and overwhelmed, know that help is at hand.

Mit diesem zweisprachigen Audio-Wortschatztrainer lernen. Sie die gebräuchlichsten 1.000 Wörter und Wendungen, was Niveau A1 entspricht. Der Wortschatztrainer ist speziell für Lernende mit Muttersprache Französisch konzipiert, die den wichtigsten deutschen Alltagswortschatz lernen wollen. Sie können jedoch auch mit Muttersprache Deutsch Französisch lernen. Die Wörter werden zuerst in Französisch gesprochen und danach auf Deutsch. Das Begleitheft enthält das Vokabular in beiden Sprachen. Alle Wörter sind thematisch geordnet und in Kapiteln zusammengefasst.

Unlock a stress-free retirement and achieve the financial freedom you deserve with this ultimate guide! Imagine possessing a comprehensive resource that breaks down retirement planning into simple, actionable steps, turning complex financial decisions into opportunities for a secure future. Whether you’re starting from scratch, looking to enhance your current retirement plan, or are near retirement without much savings, this book will guide you through every stage of the process and ensure you're fully prepared for the next chapter of your life.