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The names Klaus Barbie, Adolf Eichmann, Hermann Goering, Reinhard Heydrich, Heinrich Himmler, and Ernst Kaltenbrunner struck terror into law-abiding citizens, let alone those who resisted Adolf Hitler. These men were leaders of the Gestapo, the secret police during the times of the Nazis. This book outlines who the Gestapo were, how they operated, what their numbers were, the terrible crimes they committed, and how they paid for these in the end when they were hunted down after the war.

Brian knows that anxiety and depression aren’t magically fixed overnight, but he still doesn’t understand why it’s all hitting him so hard right now. Sure, his dad is in prison and middle school is stressful, but he’s seeing a therapist, he’s got good friends, and he’s doing really well on the basketball team. He should be fine, so why does he feel too tired to get out of bed some days? And why does he turn into “Cursed Monster Brian” and snap whenever someone asks him what’s wrong?

With the team in disarray and the loss of one of their own, Cujo leads them on the hunt for Dr. Reece to the swamps of Australia. An old enemy has risen from the ashes and they soon find themselves encountering a legend almost as old as Australia itself...what some claim to be the ultimate monster…

For most of his five centuries of existence, Orion has walked the earth alone, searching for answers. Why is he immortal? Where did his powers come from? Is he the only one of his kind? When fate puts Orion face-to-face with the god who sired him, he learns the secret behind his immortality and that he might not be the only one.

In Digital Impact: The Human Element of AI-Driven Transformation, Steve Lucas, a three-time CEO, discusses how organizations can integrate and automate systems to create incredible outcomes that benefit people. Lucas explains how this becomes possible when businesses solve the ubiquitous problems of digital fragmentation and data complexity, which have become even more pressing with the rise of artificial intelligence.

Have you wondered how some people bend (or break) the rules and no one seems to notice? Have you ever been used or manipulated and now want to know how to defend against it happening to you again? Would you like to know how? Bailey keeps no secrets and holds nothing back by putting the power of dark persuasion directly into your hands. You’ll quickly find yourself maneuvering through situations, countering manipulations, and getting precisely what you want, in a way that from the outside will seem to work like dark magic.

During the chaos of World War I, a renegade Soviet scientist defies nature, splicing together the DNA of a mosasaurus and a plesiosaurus to create a terrifying hybrid. Immune to extreme temperatures and disease, this ultimate predator is a force of destruction. On the run from his own government, the scientist releases the monstrous creation into the depths of Loch Ness, where it vanishes into legend. Years later, Jesse Robins inherits a small fortune from a relative in Scotland and is tasked with hunting down the creature before it wreaks havoc on the fragile ecosystem.

Want to nurture your child's love for soccer while teaching them valuable life lessons? You’re in luck—this collection of 21 stories seeks to. We understand how challenging it can be to find books that captivate your child’s interest and instill essential values. “Inspirational Short Soccer Stories for Kids: 21 Amazing True Lessons about Overcoming Adversity, Motivation, and Achieving Goals” is a heartwarming collection of tales designed to motivate and entertain young soccer enthusiasts.

Certo, la grandezza di uno sportivo si misura dal suo palmarès, e quello di Roger Federer, in 21 anni da professionista, è senza pari: 20 vittorie su 31 finali del Grande Slam (8 Wimbledon, 6 Australian Open, 5 US Open, 1 Roland Garros); 6 vittorie su 10 agli ATP Finals; 71 titoli vinti sul cemento e 19 sull'erba; 1 Coppa Davis; 49 vittorie in tornei ATP 500 e 250; 3 Laver Cup, 3 Hopman Cup; 2 medaglie alle Olimpiadi (oro nel doppio a Pechino 2008 e argento nel singolo a Londra 2012). In totale 118 titoli. E forse abbiamo dimenticato qualcosa.

Gianluca Vialli signed for Chelsea on a free transfer in May 1996, just two days after winning the Champions League with Juventus. An international striker at his peak, he left Italy’s star-studded Serie A for a mid-table club in a fledgling Premier League. This engrossing book tells how, over just four seasons, he made London his home, transformed the trajectory of the club and helped change English football forever.

A complete guide for Ham Radio Operators looking to work DX, defined as distant stations. Intended for both seasoned hams looking to improve skills and for beginners alike. The book includes sections on getting a ham radio shack setup for DX, hardware and software suggestions, automation, operating awards, QSL procedures as well as DX operating tips. Book covers various operating modes such as CW, phone and digital. A heavy emphasis is put on the currently popular HF digital modes as well as good operating practices to be a successful DXer.

Er ist Big Wave Surfer und ihr Ex. Sie wollte ihn nie wiedersehen. Aber jetzt soll sie einen Film über ihn drehen. Wunderschöne Second-Chance-Romance und dritter Roman innerhalb der New-Adult-Trilogie Hawaii Love von Bestseller-Autorin Lilly Lucas. Nachdem ihr Kollege kurzfristig erkrankt, wird Mililani "Millie" Preston (25) von ihrem Chef nach Hawaii geschickt. Auf ihrer Heimatinsel soll sie die Dreharbeiten einer Netflix-Doku über Big Wave Surfing zu Ende führen. Dass es ausgerechnet um ihre erste große Liebe Griffin "Chip" Chipman geht, macht die Sache nicht leichter.

Bloomsbury presents Unfinished by Lucas Cantor Santiago, read by Christopher Ragland. For most of his career, the Emmy Award–winning composer and producer Lucas Cantor Santiago was a self-described luddite. Technology, he felt, was moving too fast, transforming the world and the arts with no regard for the cost in tradition, hard-won human wisdom, and tried-and-true methods of mastery.

As fascination turns to obsession, two women drag each other into an academic horror of forgery, murder, and rage, destined to be devoured by readers of Plain Bad Heroines and If We Were Villains. Archivist Celia Kiel has spent her life on the remote campus of Basin College in the Southern...

As the past collides with the present, a new future emerges in this surprising continuation of the best-selling paranormal romance series.

Presbyterianism is good for you! This short introduction shows the value of Presbyterianism to your spiritual well-being as a layperson in the church. An extensive Q&A section answers practical questions.

If you are single, then you may be wondering "Will I ever find true love?" You may have had your heart broken. You may have been disappointed over and over again. The person you thought was truly "the one" may have turned out to be a heartache. You may have tried to make things happen—push a little, prod a little but to no avail. You may have cried your eyes out over the love you once had or the love you are desiring.

Two crime writers - Steve Cavanagh and Luca Veste - discuss publishing news, hear reviews from bloggers, and speak to the biggest names in the book world.

SPILL is brought to you by actor Lucas Jones & musician Shean Williams. It’s a collection of insightful and honest conversations discussing the joys, sorrows, triumphs and transitions traversing the ever-changing world of the entertainment industry.

Discover The Challenges Of The Game, Face Fierce Rivals, And The True Meaning Of Teamwork And Perseverance! Including Essential Life Lessons They Learned Along The Way!-"The Next Soccer Star" is the must-have book series designed to ignite the passion of young soccer fans and inspire them to chase their dreams! Packed with interactive games such as: Trivias, Crosswords, and Quizzes To Give Them Hours Of Screen Free Fun!