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If the past is prologue, then George R. R. Martin's masterwork - the most inventive and entertaining fantasy saga of our time - warrants one hell of an introduction. At long last, it has arrived with The World of Ice & Fire. This volume is a comprehensive history of the Seven Kingdoms, providing vividly constructed accounts of the epic battles, bitter rivalries, and daring rebellions that lead to the events of A Song of Ice and Fire and HBO's Game of Thrones.

This lavish visual history—featuring over 180 all-new illustrations—is a stunning introduction to House Targaryen, the iconic family at the heart of HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel series, House of the Dragon.

The never-before-seen history of Westeros and the lands beyond. With hundreds of pages of all-new material from George R.R. Martin.If the past is prologue, then George R.R. Martin's masterwork - the most inventive and entertaining fantasy saga of our time - warrants one hell of an introduction. At long last, it has arrived with The World of Ice and Fire.

In The Bill of Rights: A User's Guide, award-winning author and constitutional scholar Linda R. Monk explores the remarkable history of the Bill of Rights amendment by amendment, the Supreme Court's interpretation of each right, and the power of citizens to enforce those rights. Stories of the ordinary people who made the Bill of Rights come alive are featured throughout.

The Words We Live By takes an entertaining and informative look at America's most important historical document, now with discussions on new rulings on hot button issues such as immigration, gay marriage, gun control, and affirmative action. Through entertaining and informative annotations, The Words We Live By offers a new way of looking at the Constitution. It reflects a critical, respectful, and appreciative look at one of history's greatest documents.

If you have relationships, you've likely been part of silent agreements. Silent agreements are the implicit "rules" of your relationships that arise from unspoken beliefs and expectations that both parties hold, stemming from your earliest experiences and reinforced as you mature. They can sound something like "the person who makes more money should pay for the dates," or "my boss doesn't offer me a raise, and he knows I won't ask for one". These agreements can hinder your relationships, remaining undiscussed due to fear, aversion to conflict, feelings of obligation, or guilt.

The role of women in positions of worship and church leadership is one of the most divisive and inconclusive biblical debates. Two Views on Women in Ministry furnishes you with a clear and thorough presentation of the two primary exegetical arguments so you can better understand each one's strengths, weaknesses, and complexities. This revised edition brings the exchange of ideas and perspectives into the traditional Counterpoints format. Each author states his or her case and is then critiqued by the other contributors.

The rise of dragonsAs Tom Cassidy and his friends venture through the Shadowlands, dragons arrive to halt their progress, the crew riding the creatures intent on causing maximum damage. Tom and his teenage army go to battle once more, knowing the odds are against them to lift a generational curse. The odds decrease as a storm of sorcery ignites and the casualties mount up, the clock ticking to locate a cursed kingdom. The stakes have never been higher, and the cost of acquiring the ultimate prize never greater: a price only a few are willing to pay.

In truth, all planets influence our psyche, emotions, psychological patterns, and physical and spiritual needs. But, three should be brought into the spotlight, first. In this audiobook, explore the main qualities of your Sun sign; the intuitive and inner forces that reflect your deepest desires (your Moon sign); and the extra dimension of your personality, which people see (your Rising). If you've only used internet searches for your astrological research, and have found the same "list"-style answers to your burning questions, be prepared to be amazed.

For hundreds of years, the Targaryens sat the Iron Throne of Westeros while their dragons ruled the skies. The story of the only family of dragonlords to survive Valyria’s Doom is a tale of twisty politics, alliances and betrayals, and acts both noble and craven. The Rise of the Dragon chronicles the creation and rise of Targaryen power in Westeros, covering the history first told in George R. R. Martin’s epic Fire and Blood, from Aegon Targaryen’s conquest of Westeros through to the infamous Dance of the Dragons.

When 12-year-old Kaira Renn listens in on one of her father’s secret meetings, she hears of strange things...Soon after, Kaira leaves the comfort of childhood and enters a place like no other: The Society for the Preservation of Magical Artefacts. In this secret world of wonders, Kaira learns how to use magic, conjuring spells, charms, and remedies. She also begins to make links between the strange words overheard on her bedroom landing and the darkness closing in on the magical society. And soon Kaira learns the true meaning of bravery, betrayal - and sacrifice.

Um eine fantastische Welt lebendig erscheinen zu lassen, benötigt sie eine Vergangenheit. Daher erschuf Bestsellerautor George R. R. Martin den fiktiven Kontinent Westeros, auf dem sein Meisterwerk "Das Lied von Eis und Feuer - Game of Thrones" spielt, in jahrelanger Detailarbeit. Das Hörbuch präsentiert erstmals die Geschichte von Westeros - beginnend in der Zeit, in der die ersten Menschen den Kontinent betraten, über die Ankunft von Aegon dem Eroberer und seinen Drachen bis zu Robert Baratheons Rebellion gegen den wahnsinnigen König Aerys II. Targaryen.

A winter wedding in the Adirondack Mountains. How romantic! Until a blizzard descends, dumping more than seven feet of snow, marooning Ellen and Vic in their remote Adirondack camp. Snowbound with a man who is a 12 on a scale of one to 10? Every woman's dream - except, there's no water or electricity and scant food supplies. To make matters worse, mysterious tracks appear in the snow, ghostly apparitions wearing ski hats haunt the woods, and guests arrive, uninvited, on dog sled!

There are many paths to healing. How does healing happen? When does healing happen? Healing is not a one-size-fits-all journey. There are many different types of healing modalities, and each one offers a unique path. Dare 2 Care brings to life these paths to healing, focusing on holistic and natural methods that can transform lives. In this book, you’ll discover: Diverse healing paths—from energy healing and EFT to hypnosis, each modality offers its own unique approach. Real stories of transformation, showing how healing happens in various ways and at different times for different ...

The No Club started when four women who were crushed by endless to-do lists banded together over $10 bottles of wine and vowed to get their work lives under control. Running faster than ever, they nevertheless trailed behind their male colleagues. And so, they vowed to say no to requests that pulled them away from the work that mattered most to their careers. This book reveals how their over-a-decade-long journey and groundbreaking research uncovered that women everywhere are unfairly burdened with 'non-promotable work', a tremendous problem we can—and must—solve.

Alles über die berühmteste Familie aus "Game of Thrones" und "House of the Dragon". Jahrhunderte lang herrschte das Haus Targaryen über den Kontinent Westeros, während seine Drachen die Lüfte regierten. Dieses Hörbuch widmet sich dem Aufstieg dieser Dynastie, beginnend mit der Eroberung von Westeros durch Aegon Targaryen bis hin zum legendären Drachentanz, der die Familie fast auslöschte. Die Targaryen – und ihre Drachen – erwachen in dieser Chronik eindrücklich zum Leben.

Two years after surviving a brutal war, Guppy Grayling has transformed from girl to fire witch. Now a Night Ranger, Guppy roams the secret magical society known as the S.P.M.A., ensuring mischief doesn’t morph into malice. With surviving friends and family leading quieter lives, and the boy she loves nearby, Guppy appears where trouble lurks—her legendary powers causing questionable characters to scatter, desperate to avoid the wrath of the Fire Witch.

Linda R. Robertson argues that the development of the United States as a global military power arose from the influence of an image of air combat carefully constructed during World War I to mask the sordid realities of modern ground warfare. The Dream of Civilized Warfare carries this trajectory to its logical end, tracing the long history of the American desire to exert the nation's will throughout the world without having to risk the lives of ground soldiers - a theme that continues to reverberate in public discussions, media portrayals, and policy decisions today.

Piper Hammond has the perfect view to watch the world go by. Tucked up inside her family’s historic home, she records the ins and outs of life in Riverboro in her magazine Riverboro Rocks. But when a catastrophic storm brings the town to a halt, Piper’s world spirals quickly out of control. Her once peaceful home is suddenly filled with displaced monks, lie-crafting teenagers, and big promises from a fringe politician, including one to get three-year-old Donny on TV. As Piper struggles to wrench her life out of the hands of over-eager guests and a nefarious blonde, she starts to realize that a cheerful blog is a long way from a perfect life. When calamity strikes and the house itself turns against her, Piper must choose to step outside her perfect narrative or be trapped for good.

A dance with deathAs Tom Cassidy and his friends close in on a life-changing prize, they glimpse a vision of death. Monsters rear their heads along with giants and strange birds, triggering increased protection around Tom's crew, led by their mysterious Professor. Lessons on magic continue between battles, Tom and his friends thankful for their increased magical powers. Enemies have their own sorcery, however ... sorcery intended to set traps ... where obliteration awaits.