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A batalha naval do Riachuelo está no foco deste texto selecionado do livro "Rio da Prata e Paraguai: Quadros Guerreiros", do historiador Moreira de Azevedo. Ele narra aqui o famoso combate de junho de 1865 junto arroio Riachuelo, afluente do rio Paraná, na Argentina, que foi um verdadeiro marco da vitória brasileira na Guerra do Paraguai.

Dentre as batalhas da Guerra do Paraguai, a de Tuiuti é tida como a mais sangrenta. Nesse texto selecionado do livro "Rio da Prata e Paraguai: Quadros Guerreiros", do historiador Moreira de Azevedo, o leitor toma conhecimento desse acontecimento que movimentou mais 55 mil homens no sudoeste do Paraguai, na região de Tuiuti, notória pelo terreno pantanoso, de difícil locomoção.

"Por que hão de uns nascer pobres, e outros ricos?" Certo dia, o lavrador André Pimenta cisma com esse pensamento; alegre que era, torna-se taciturno, e a mudança é notada pelo patrão Manuel Fernandes. Este, para dar-lhe uma lição que o afaste da sombra da inveja, o nomeia feitor da fazenda...

Erika Parker-Ward is living the dream—her professional soccer career is on the rise, and she's got her sights set on making the World Cup team for the US. But all of that could be over in a blink now that Erika's been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Her plan? Keep the diagnosis hush hush by paying for private medical care, but the cost is threatening to bury her alive.

Are you finding that stress is becoming a dominant force in your daily life, impacting you both physically and mentally? Many individuals share this experience, whether it stems from work, school, family dynamics, or relationships. Stress tends to accumulate gradually, initially affecting your mental well-being but eventually manifesting physically. Fortunately, there are numerous methods to cope with stress, and guided meditation is one effective approach. This guided meditation is specifically designed for stress relief and serves as a transformative practice.

How To Be The Best (In Business) by Donald V. Almeida is not just any business book. Drawing from his impressive journey up to Global Vice Chairman of PwC, Almeida offers a unique blend of personal memoir and practical self-help. Through engaging stories from his own career, he breaks down complex business concepts into understandable, actionable advice. This book is designed for anyone in the business world, from newcomers looking for direction to seasoned professionals seeking to refine their skills. Almeida's narrative is inviting, making his profound insights accessible to all.