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Heaven sucks. It most definitely, undeniably did not live up to the expectation of a paradise in the clouds, not with the talking spiders, evil priests of Light, and war, lots of war. Those of Light simply wouldn’t leave the fledgling village—Dedu Tedu Novus—alone. Peace was not on the menu. The seven declarations of war made that point crystal clear. Worse, in a series of unfortunate and escalating events, our stray King of Shadows finds himself where he really ought not to be.

In the last decades, America has gone to war as supposed defenders of democracy. The War on Terror was waged to protect the West from the dangers of Islamists. US soldiers are stationed in more than 800 locations across the world to act as the righteous arbiters of the rule of law. In this book, Andrew Cockburn brilliantly dissects the intentions behind Washington's martial appetites.

In this easy-to-use beginner's guide to growing marijuana, you’ll learn all essentials of cannabis horticulture. By growing your own plants, you’ll get tastier, better quality, and more potent marijuana, and when you find a strain you love, you can grow it over and over again. From where to buy seeds to producing the most potent buds, this handy "Pot Bible" is essential for that perfect harvest.

Late in 1944, 13 U.S. B-24 bomber crews bailed from their cabins over the Yugoslavian wilderness. Bloodied and disoriented after a harrowing strike against the Third Reich, the pilots took refuge with the Partisan underground. But the Americans were far from safe.

Between the years of 1762 and 1763, James Boswell kept a journal of his time in London. During his time, he met the renowned writer, moralist, and lexicographer Samuel Johnson, with whom Boswell would form a close relationship. This account, told with much detail and candor, was one of the various journals written by Boswell, but it is the journal that has undergone the least amount of censorship, leading it, and the racy material within, to be deemed a best seller upon publication.

In a village of lazy, good-for-nothing Cobalins, one manly man—a true studly stud—stands above them all: the great, the powerful, the King of…Knock. (Desley palms her forehead. You no be King of Shadows! Now we have to start over. Cobalins groan.) The terrible Army of Light knows the secret location of Dedu Tedu Novus. War is here. There's absolutely no avoiding it. Or is there?

Distilling all the wisdom of a lifetime of coaching successful business people into 100 short chapters, this book shows you how to boost your productivity and get things done. Packed with great ideas for achieving more and creating success, it explores the habits, tools, techniques and mentality of highly productive people and reveals how to effortlessly take on your to-do list.

In Cancun, Mexico, police investigate a slaughter at a wedding ceremony. In Dublin, Ireland, the clientele of a backstreet pub are found dead. In Kyoto, Japan, the bullet train pulls into the station with blood-spattered windows. It is the time of the Black Sun. Across the world, the wolves are calling to each other. Locked in bodies that had no idea they were there, they rise from the depths of the unconscious and turn towards America....

On January 22, 2003, four men stepped onto a stage in Brooklyn and did something no one else was doing at that time, in that place. They played rock 'n' roll: old-fashioned rock 'n' roll with skyscraping riffs and sloppy solos, topped with extraordinary lyrics about an out-of-focus America, blurred by pills and powders, of crime and fear and desperation and redemption. Twenty years later, The Hold Steady are one of America's most beloved rock bands. To mark those twenty years, The Hold Steady tell their full story.

Who shot the Watcher? Uatu, a mysterious being who observes mankind from the moon, is dead. Nick Fury forges unlikely alliances to lead a cosmos-spanning investigation into the murder. Doctor Strange and the Punisher travel to another dimension. The Guardians of the Galaxy, Moon Knight, and the Winter Soldier head into deep space, and Emma Frost, Ant-Man, and Black Panther journey to the center of the Earth. The facts they uncover lead them to strange and unnerving conclusions.

Sleep and rest aren't always the natural processes we expect them to be. Dr. Adam Blanning, child-development consultant and holistic physician, suggests that they are learned skills which grow with children alongside physical developmental stages. In this insightful book, he offers practical ways in which parents can support children to use their senses—from taste, smell, and touch through to balance and movement—to self-soothe, sleep, and ultimately build resilience for life.

In an exotic blue-water locale where greed and criminality thrive, the mysterious disappearance of Thorn's boyhood friend Gaeton Richards, an FBI agent, entangles Thorn in a web of violence and intrigue that takes him from seamy local bars to glittering ocean villas. Then, when Gaeton's beautiful sister becomes Thorn's lover, he finds himself facing a jealous lunatic stalking her, a rogue government agent involved in a murderous scam, and an unforgettable underworld of petty crooks, amoral hired guns, and dangerous losers.

Who knew there were so many different kinds of vegetables? Nonfiction pro Gail Gibbons responds to the need for books on good nutrition with this accessible exploration of vegetables. From glossy red peppers to lush, leafy greens to plump orange pumpkins, vegetables are explored in depth to clearly explain the many vegetable varieties, how they are grown, and why they are so good for us to eat.

Berries, apples, melons and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas - yum! This scrumptious collection of facts, a companion to The Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits. Gail Gibbons uses clear, simple wording to present fruit facts galore: the parts of fruits, where and how they grow, harvesting, processing, where to buy them, and how to enjoy them as part of a healthy diet.

In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle - and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick.

Shayne Traviss has led an extremely challenging life: from abuse to bullying to chasing an ideal of success that wasn't the healthiest. He struggled to find himself and his place in the world. While life's challenges can shut some people down, he channeled his experiences into learning more about himself. Split into three parts, this guide focuses on Undoing Conditioning, Breaking through Resistance, and Cosmic Authenticity. This warm, inspirational self-help book invites listeners to let go of the things holding them down and to live a healthier, more vivid life.

Every February second, people all across the country wonder about the groundhog Punxsutawney Phil. Will he see his shadow on that day, or won't he? Will spring come early or late? Gail Gibbons' clear, simple wording presents information about Groundhog Day, its origins, and the animal at the center of this delightful annual event. Gibbons teaches kids about the homes and habits of groundhogs while explaining the history behind the superstitions and fun customs of the yearly celebration.

Valentine's Day is candy hearts, flowers, and chocolate truffles. It is Valentine cards galore. Most of all, it is a time to share with family and friends and a time to say, "I love you".

Discover the origins and history of Halloween traditions and festivities from ancient times to the present day. Includes page turn track: eight minutes.

Sailing across the Pacific, the battle-scarred heavy cruiser USS Indianapolis had just delivered a secret cargo that would trigger the end of World War II. Heading westward, she was sunk by a Japanese submarine. In 12 minutes, some 300 men went down with her. More than 900 other spent four horrific days and five nights in the ocean with no water to drink, savaged by a pitiless sun and swarms of sharks. Incredibly, no one knew they were there until a navy patrol plane accidentally discovered them. In the end, only 316 crewmen survived. How could this have happened - and why?