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A novela narra a singular história de Gregor Samsa, um caixeiro viajante que certo dia acorda em sua cama transformado em inseto. Plena de significados simbólicos, a obra deu origem às mais diversas interpretações.

Der Klimawandel ist da - aber was heißt das eigentlich für uns im Alltag? Was hat die Jugend zum Klimawandel zu sagen? Machen sich die Folgen des Klimawandels in öffentlichen Einrichtungen wie Krankenhäusern bemerkbar und wenn ja wie wird damit umgegangen? Wieso ist Fast Fashion so "in", aber für's Klima ein echtes Problem? Was steckt hinter immer heftigeren Extremwetter-Ereignissen? Und welche Rolle spielen eigentlich die Ozeane und die Artenvielfalt für unser Weltklima? In diesem Podcast gehen wir solchen Fragen auf den Grund - wir suchen aber auch nach Lösungen und beleuchten die, ...

Experience the heartfelt and unfiltered correspondence of a soldier during the tumultuous years of the Civil War. Written from various locations—whether in camp, a hospital, or the comfort of a home—these letters share an authentic narrative of his observations, emotions, and the struggles of war. The soldiers only regret is not being among those who, at Appomattox, could proudly affirm their fight for what they believed was right. While not intended as a historical account, these letters document real events from camp life, marches, and battles. The recipient, a remarkable woman ...

Experience the Civil War through the eyes of a private soldier, as he shares his daily routines, the challenges he faced, his anxieties, and the skirmishes and battles that defined his journey. This personal narrative offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in history.

Thirteen volumes of mathematical definitions, propositions and proofs. Writing in 300 BC, Euclid could not have known his logic would go unsurpassed until the 19th century or that his writings were laying down the very foundations of human knowledge. Wardhaugh blasts the dust from Euclid’s legacy to offer not only a vibrant history of mathematics, told through people and invention, but also a broader story of culture.

The Apology of Socrates, written by Plato, is a Socratic dialogue of the speech of legal self-defense which Socrates spoke at his trial for impiety and corruption in 399 BC. Specifically, the Apology of Socrates is a defense against the charges of "corrupting the youth" and "not believing in the gods in whom the city believes, but in other daimonia that are novel" to Athens.

Ce modeste fils de marchand de chandelles a été imprimeur, journaliste, essayiste, éditeur de livres, de journaux populaires, homme de lettres et fondateur d'associations. Un vrai touche-à-tout ! Parti de rien, jusqu' à devenir le Père fondateur des États-Unis, cette biographie révèle les chemins qui l'ont mené au succès et à la gloire ! Vous voulez réussir dans le business ? Asseyez-vous donc aux pieds de B. Franklin pour un coaching de haut-niveau ! C'est un must-read pour tous les entrepreneurs !

Hannah Stark is a high school senior with a resume of straight A's. She's never stepped a toe out of line. But that's also why she's never had a boyfriend. While all her classmates are counting down the days until graduation, Hannah is dragging her feet. She can't believe she'll be leaving her adolescence behind without ever taking a chance to be wild and free. That's why she's set her sights on Harrison.

Three brave members of Pig Force have been charged with a top-secret mission: Deliver blueprints for a high-tech home base that could be key in the fight against their vicious foe, Wolf Force! But an enemy pilot is in hot pursuit and armed with a new, dangerous weapon called the Wind Turbine Blaster.

The looming apocalypse pushes the Hand and his party to action before they are ready. With nothing but a wild plan and a bit of gusto, the party moves to strike, hoping they aren't too late to save the Goddess, save the world, and live to complain about it. Follow Stone and Company as they complete the dramatic final surge to save Solara in Sol Anchor Book 4!

It is a city of seemingly irreconcilable opposites, simultaneously glorious and ghastly. And it is Ben Taylor’s remarkable ability to meld these contradictions into a whole that makes this the exciting and original book it is. He takes his stroll around the bay with the acute sensitivity of a lover, the good humor of a friend, and the wisdom of a seeker who has immersed himself in all aspects of this contrapuntal culture. His curiosity leads him to many byways, both real and metaphoric, and his passion for this ancient city and its people becomes, in his graceful prose and amusing anecdotes, irresistibly contagious.

Fallen, but not defeated. Betrayed by those she trusted, Isalla was cast down from the heavens and into the heart of the hells. Bereft of her wings, the angel was rescued by Kanae, a demoness who challenges Isalla's belief of what demons should be. She has little choice but to accept Kanae's help, with as far from her homeland as she is, and slowly she begins to understand, then even admire Kanae. Unfortunately, the forces in the shadows have not forgotten Isalla, and they are willing to target anyone close to her, no matter how highly placed they may be.

The first American book on personal finance, "The Way to Wealth" by Benjamin Franklin is still the best and wisest money book ever written. Originally published in 1758 as the preface to "Poor Richard's Almanack", this little gem has been through innumerable printings and sold millions of copies to those in search of smart but entertaining advice about hard work, earning and saving money and debt.

Now that you have realized the significance of the Lean business model and all the concepts, techniques, and philosophies that it brings to the table, where do you start in the learning process you ask? Right here.

Patiente et intrépide, Agnieszka parvient toujours à glaner dans la forêt les baies les plus recherchées, mais chacun à Dvernik sait qu'il est impossible de rivaliser avec Kasia. Intelligente et pleine de grâce, son amie brille d'un éclat sans pareil. Malheureusement, la perfection peut servir de monnaie d'échange dans cette vallée menacée par la corruption. Car si les villageois demeurent dans la région, c'est uniquement grâce aux pouvoirs du "Dragon".

John, Chris, and Erik are neighbors in the quaint subdivision of The Creeks of Sage Valley Phase II. The three men happily live the typical suburban family life. But, it’s not all birthday parties and bounce houses. These men struggle every day to fulfill their roles as fathers, friends, and husbands. They face challenges like grocery shopping under pressure, learning to be the Tooth Fairy, and competing for Halloween bragging rights. Throw in Santa and the HOA, and it all adds up to a whole lot of crap.

The basis of success in the foreign exchange market is that forex trading techniques guide traders in their decision-making process and enable them to negotiate the complexity of currency swings, because of its volatility, liquidity, and 24-hour trading chances, the forex market appeals and challenges players equally. Without a well-defined plan, trading in this fast-paced environment may rapidly become overwhelming and lead to ill-considered judgments and needless losses.

One of the strongest drivers propelling corporate expansion in contemporary society is innovation. It is the capacity to develop, and execute fresh ideas, products, technologies, and strategies that boost customer experiences, increase competitiveness in the market, and preserve a competitive edge using which efficiency is enhanced. Companies that give innovation top priority are more likely to be long-term successful, change with the times, and seize new prospects.

The System just keeps throwing new experiences at our MC and his friends. For example, our antisocial lone-wolf hero Kasp was awarded the title of Head of the Settlement by the System. However, he has no intentions of being a leader.

Are Australian schools safe? And if they're not, what happens when kids are caught in a bleak collision between ill-equipped school staff and a confected media scandal? In 2016, the Safe Schools program became the centre of an ideological firestorm. In QE67, Benjamin Law explores how and why this happened. He weaves a subtle, gripping account of schools today, sexuality, teenagers, new ideas of gender fluidity, tabloid media scares and mental health.