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Experience the Ottoman Empire in all its glory. Understand the geopolitical complexities of the Sieges of Vienna, and unravel the intricate network of relationships with other world powers such as the Safavids and the Venetians. The narrative takes a turn as the Empire faces unprecedented challenges, from the Tanzimat Reforms to the socio-political upheaval stirred by the Young Turks, and the painful losses of the Balkan Wars. Witness the Empire's struggle for survival in World War I, leading to its ultimate disintegration and the birth of modern Turkey under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

The sixth edition of this classic work on forgiveness, continually in print since 1994, is now available on audio. Features The Seven Steps of Forgiving, Forgiving Others, Forgiving Yourself, and Where Forgiveness Leads.

Perhaps, you've already purchased other Portuguese-learning program or two. Or, maybe, you've purchased several and still feel you’re unable to speak Brazilian Portuguese with complete confidence or as if you’re an absolute beginner. In any case, you may be thinking that you’ll have to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on learning Portuguese programs and/or private Portuguese classes in order to take your Portuguese-speaking skills to the next level.

Communication is not just chit-chat, and it is not just the words coming out of people’s mouths. It’s like an onion with layers and layers of nuance, and the deeper you go, the more important it becomes. It has the power to transform your relationships, and thus your life. Learn how to utilize this powerful tool to the fullest and become the most effective communicator you know.

In a demilitarized zone on the border of human space, long range spy satellites are mysteriously going quiet, and no one know why. Captain Susan Kamala and her crew are dispatched to figure out what's going on and solve the problem. That problem, however, is a mysterious, bleeding-edge alien ship that no human vessel could hope to match in open conflict. But, it's not spoiling for a fight. Now, the Captain and her crew must figure out how to navigate a complicated game of diplomacy, balancing the needs of their corporate overlords and the honest desire for a lasting peace....

It has never been harder to focus than it is now. We live in a noisy, crowded, stressful world that changes so fast, we’re always running to catch up. Traditional education doesn’t give us the skills to manage. And if you live largely in your own head, techniques like mindfulness fall short. In extremes, we turn to external solutions like social media, alcohol, and recreational drugs, just to get some space from our own thoughts.

What You’ll Experience: Profound Relaxation: Drift into the deepest, most restful sleep as the soothing voice guides you gently through calming techniques designed to relax your mind and body. Enhanced Confidence: Awaken with an unshakeable sense of self-worth and confidence, ready to tackle any challenge that comes your way. Boundless Motivation: Harness the power of your subconscious to ignite a relentless drive for success and personal growth, fueling your daily activities with purpose and determination.

How could things have gone so badly wrong? Writing with customary calmness and clarity, and drawing on unrivaled experience as a reporter in the region, Cockburn analyzes the unfolding of one of the West's greatest foreign policy debacles and the rise of the new jihadis.

This system will empower you to speak real conversational Spanish—and with complete confidence—in record time!

It starts as a whisper, barely audible. Rumors. Paranoia. Conspiracy theories. Subterfuge. Like lightning, the plague moves across the globe, leaving few alive. But the end is only the beginning. Primarily set in Memphis, four loosely-connected strangers, caught up in their lives, find their worlds annihilated by the swiftly-moving plague. Alex Connelly is a wealthy young executive. Kirk Foster is a self-absorbed aging gay man. Meredith Brinkley's ongoing war with breast cancer takes a turn for the worse. Logan King is a closeted baseball jock.

How to Speak Effectively is like a field-tested guide to the battlefield of social interactions. There is no fluff, and it dives directly into tips you can apply on a daily basis, that are realistic and non-theoretical. The truth is, there are a metric ton of small signals that determine whether or not people will want to engage with you. But how many of them do you know? This book will take you into the intricacies of conversation and show you how to clearly communicate, speak with influence, and always be heard.

Jenny Hershberger returns to Apple Creek, Ohio, the village where she grew up. But this is not a happy homecoming. She's been called upon to solve a horrible crime. But will the killer find her first?

Tus próximas cinco jugadas es una guía práctica y efectiva que te ayudará a pensar con mayor claridad y a conseguir tus objetivos profesionales más audaces.

The greatest lovers in the history of the world were the saints, those who sought to love God above everything. For those saints called to marriage, it was God’s love that led them to pursue their spouse in a most pure and holy courtship.

The Confidence Formula is filled with real, actionable advice for your life today. It’s not generic, borderline useless advice you can read in any blog post online. This book will take you on a deep dive into the depth of confidence, self-perception, and the psychology of confidence - understand yourself so you can break through your mental barriers.

Following his vision of the coming Messiah, the prophet Daniel creates a select group of men who will count down the calendar to the arrival of Israel's promised king. Centuries later, as the day nears, Myrad, a young magi acolyte, flees for his life when his adoptive father and others are put to death by a ruthless Parthian queen. Having grabbed only a few possessions, Myrad escapes the city, and searching for a way to hide from the soldiers scouring the trade routes, he tries to join the caravan of the merchant Walagash.

This riveting collection of adventure writing includes the work of The Perfect Storm author, Sebastian Junger. Listen as men and women battle the elements, and often each other, to stay alive, confronting sharks, savage storms, rogue waves, mountainous icebergs, starvation, and their own fear and suffering.

Do you want to become more charming and likable - instantly? Or just make sure you can defend yourself verbally, and not be a doormat? Do you lose arguments, find yourself speechless, or get taken advantage of by others? Or do you just want to build meaningful connections and friendships quickly? Sounds like you need to learn as many conversation tactics as possible! In this book you'll learn 18 powerful techniques that can be used for everything under the sun.

Do you want to save hours a day and do more in less time? Feel productive instead of stressed, defeated, and overwhelmed? If (1) you wonder where your time goes, (2) you can't motivate or organize yourself, and (3) you struggle to buckle down and concentrate when it really matters - newsflash! Your to-do list is not cutting it anymore. You need to develop superhuman focus and all that comes with it. Superhuman Focus teaches the most important of skills - the ability to get stuff done.

Chatter will show you step by step how to become the person who can build intimate rapport with anyone they meet, expertly work a room, win instant friends, and project a winning image that people will flock to. This isn’t a book of one-liner conversation topics and generic "you can do it" tips that other books would have you believe will make you successful. Through my 20 Chatter principles, you will learn to master skills that will make you shine in everyday interactions.