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Between 1885 and 1908, King Leopold II of Belgium orchestrated a genocide so brutal it shocked the world into silence. Under the guise of humanitarian mission, this seemingly gentle monarch transformed the Congo into his personal torture chamber, where millions died to fill his coffers with rubber profits.

From the opulent palaces of imperial Russia to the burning sands of ancient Egypt, Passions of Power reveals the secret love lives that changed the course of history. Dive into the seductive and volatile romances of iconic rulers—Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, whose union threatened the stability of Rome; Napoleon and Joséphine, entangled in a love both intoxicating and destructive; and Catherine the Great, whose personal passions were as legendary as her political ambition.

It wasn’t just a robbery—it was an engineering marvel disguised as a crime. In August 2005, a crew of thieves in Fortaleza, Brazil, pulled off one of the largest bank heists in history. By digging a tunnel stretching nearly 80 meters beneath the city, they reached the Banco Central’s vault and made off with almost $70 million in unmarked bills. No alarms. No violence. Just silence, dirt, and methodical brilliance.

Discover the hidden depths of the male experience in Rust and Roots—a collection of 50 piercing, heartfelt poems by Elias Stone. This evocative work invites you on a transformative journey, unravelling the layers of stoic masculinity to reveal the inner struggles, quiet resilience, and emerging hope of everyday life.

Are you ready to start building wealth through real estate but think you need a large down payment? The No-Money-Down Blueprint proves otherwise, offering step-by-step guidance to help you invest in real estate with little to no upfront capital.

Using Modern Technology for the Elderly is a comprehensive guide designed to help older adults navigate the digital world with confidence and ease. The book covers a wide range of topics, from understanding the basics of modern technology to integrating smart home devices and ensuring cybersecurity.

At the center of the book lies a question that extends far beyond the legacy of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Albert Schweitzer: whether human universality is still possible in an age built on specialization; whether a person can remain whole when society rewards only fragments; whether integrity can survive when myth inevitably replaces life. This is a reflection on the tensions between authenticity and legend, work and representation, individual destiny and the machinery of history.

From fur traders to Ford, from Motown to modern tech, Detroit’s story is one of invention, upheaval, and relentless reinvention. In this cinematic nonfiction narrative, author Derek Monaghan traces the city’s dramatic arc across ten vivid chapters—exploring its Indigenous roots, industrial rise, cultural revolutions, civil rights struggles, and global legacy. Through immersive prose and emotional clarity, A Brief History of Detroit captures the soul of a city that built the future, burned through crisis, and continues to rebuild itself—block by block, beat by beat.

Are you tired of being told to stop overthinking? What if your overthinking could be your greatest asset? 'The Beautiful Mess: How to Think Too Much and Still Win' offers a rebellious take on harnessing your thoughts for creativity, empathy, and strategic insight.

In the ever-expanding digital world, your password is more than just a string of characters—it’s the front door to your online life. Every email, social media post, financial transaction, and cloud-stored file is protected (or not) by the strength of your passwords. Yet despite their vital role, most people still treat passwords as a nuisance rather than the keystones of personal security.

In the blood-soaked trenches of World War I, where courage was tested and humanity often lost, one regiment rewrote the meaning of heroism. They were the 369th Infantry Regiment—better known as the Harlem Hellfighters—African American soldiers who defied prejudice, shattered expectations, and became one of the most decorated and respected fighting units of the entire war. At a time when segregation defined every corner of American life, these men fought not only against the German army, but also against the racism of the country they served.

This book explores the Hierarchy of Rationalities—a structure that moves from instinctive choices to systemic thinking, and finally to existential questions of meaning and ethics. It reveals how rationalities often collide, and how navigating these conflicts requires not certainty, but humility, creativity, and courage.

A silent global emergency is threatening the future of education: by 2030, the world will need 44 million additional teachers. The Teacher Crisis offers an urgent, evidence-based, and hopeful roadmap to reverse this trend. Drawing on UNESCO data, case studies from around the world, and proven strategies, Dr. Shu Chen Hou explores why teachers are leaving, why recruitment is failing, and how we can build sustainable solutions.

In MUTUALLY ASSURED DESTRUCTION, Dr. Robert J. Maxie Sr. and Dr. Aminga Maxie uncover how destructive patterns in marriage can resemble a battlefield — but also how couples can disarm the conflict and rebuild love God’s way. This life-changing book is a must-listen for couples seeking healing, growth, and renewed intimacy. With honesty, biblical wisdom, and practical tools, this book shows how to transform struggles into strength and restore the beauty of marriage.