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Some say he was the greatest warrior in history, building an empire that extended from Europe to Africa and on to India and Central Asia. In a stirring narrative, famed historian John Gunther tells the story of Alexander the Great who, at only age 21, became King of Macedonia and set off on a 12-year journey to conquer the known world and extend the boundaries of Greek civilization.

In this charming and elegant guide, quotations from the Torah, the Midrash, and the Chasidic Masters blend seamlessly with tips for growing your garden along with observations about dealing with weeds, lawn envy, "damn wabbits", the bitterness of horseradish, and the sweetness of raspberry jam. The Spiritual Gardener provides many seeds of joy and wisdom, blending together two ancient traditions, Judaism and gardening with the author's successes and failures in the garden over many decades.

Le cahier, c'était la première chose que m'avait montrée le juge, quand tout à l'heure j'étais entré dans son bureau. Sous la couverture souple et transparente, on pouvait lire au feutre noir : "MON MAÎTRE ET MON VAINQUEUR".

A naval hero in the American Revolution, John Paul Jones's story merges with another story, that of the birth and growth of the American navy. The story of this patriot of the sea also gives readers insight into early nautical strategy and technology, and the political and economic causes that sparked the wars of which these naval battles.

A collection of 23 of Twain's funniest stories and essays, ranging from tongue in cheek to the fantastic.

J'ai toujours cru que j'écrivais sur les hommes. Avant de m'apercevoir que je n'écris que sur les femmes. Sur le fait d'en être une. Écrire sur les putes, qui sont payées pour être des femmes, qui sont vraiment des femmes, qui ne sont que ça ; écrire sur la nudité absolue de cette condition, c'est comme examiner mon sexe sous un microscope. Et j'en éprouve la même fascination qu'un laborantin regardant des cellules essentielles à toute forme de vie.

Depois de ter conhecido o mundo como oficial da Marinha, o jornalista Garrett McCray agora viaja de Washington até a cidade de Paradise, no Velho Oeste, a fim de entrevistar um médico de destaque para seu jornal, dirigido a leitores pretos. Garrett achava que o Dr. Colton Lee seria um assunto interessante... até conhecer a irmã dele, Spring Lee. Ela mora sozinha, administra o próprio rancho, usa calças jeans em vez de vestidos e é a mulher mais fascinante que ele já conheceu. Só que Spring não está interessada no amor.

Newbery Medal winner Armstrong Sperry has such an affinity for life on the high seas that his readers will imagine themselves right beside the bold John Paul Jones, luring enemy craft into danger and engaging them in close combat. Jones, a talented young captain, became an invaluable figure in America's fight for independence when he offered his sailing skills to the Continental Navy.

One of the leaders and founders of Texas, Sam Houston confronted all of the prevailing issues of his day. Adopted into a Native American tribe, he fought for fair treatment of Indians in the halls of Congress. Faced with the dissolution of the Union during the Civil War, he tried to lead Texas away from secession. A frontiersman, soldier, and patriot, Houston's influence can be felt well beyond the borders of the Lone Star State.

A rogue, slave trader, and murderer, Jim Bowie would die a hero at the famous battle of the Alamo. In this purely American story of reinvention, Bowie leaves his comfortable life in New Orleans to help fight for Texas independence. His resilience and fortitude at the Alamo earned him the admiration of his fellow Texans, and, after his death, Bowie's legend would grow and serve as inspiration for generations to come.

A leader in American victories against the British in the American Revolutionary War, Lafayette also championed the Americans' cause at peace talks in France. A life story interwoven with issues of international diplomacy, military expertise, and contributions to another nation's fight for freedom, Lafayette is an important reminder that not all the heroes of the American Revolution were American.

Focusing particularly on George Washington's youth, Sterling North fully captures the spirit of the man as he examines his childhood in colonial Virginia, his early experiences as a member of the militia, and his many other adventures leading up to the Revolutionary War. The fully rounded person who emerges from this captivating portrait is uncomfortable with words, shy with women, totally at home in the outdoors, and deeply in love with the country he helped found.

Being brave, really being brave...is believing in yourself. It’s asking for help when you need it. It’s standing up to that monstrous bully and helping them be better and kinder. It’s looking into the eyes of grief, taking its hand, and riding the waves of change. It’s breathing through monkey brain when the world becomes chaotic, and it’s getting closer to nature by stepping just outside of your front door.

Did you ever think that Adam, Judaism’s description of the first human being, might be called the world’s earliest forest ranger? Like many religions that embrace nature within their spiritual philosophies, the Jewish tradition in particular has a deep, rich connection to the natural world. If Adam were alive today, he would be sounding the alarm that our natural world is at risk. Our trees – and our planet – are in extreme danger from deforestation that continues unabated. But there is something else at stake as well.

What does it take to be a cross-cultural messenger of the Gospel? This audiobook explores two extraordinary lives that God has used to impact France: Bob Evans, soldier, WWII chaplain, missionary, and founder of Greater Europe Mission, and Jazz Jones, modern-day missionary facing the challenges and trials of ministry in post-modern Europe, including terrorism and religious strife. What was true about the spiritual climate of Europe 75 years ago? What is true today? And what is always true?

Communication is the primary tool that manipulators use to impact and control the momentum of the moment. We have identified the 24 most commonly used manipulation tactics and the specific techniques to use as the manipulation occurs, giving you the power to both protect yourself and take control in real time.

Diplomaten Jack Andersen bliver en sen nat ringet op. Hans kollega fra Den Danske Ambassade i Moskva, Sonia, er fundet død sammen med sin veninde Vera. Sagen bliver hurtigt henlagt som selvmord, men Jack Andersen har en anden teori og forsøger, med katastrofale følger, selv at rede trådene ud. Rusland under og efter Den Kolde Krig, politik, intriger, diplomati, de store puslespil - det er genstanden for Leif Davidsens Rusland-trilogi består af romanerne "Den russiske sangerinde", "Den sidste spion" og "Den troskyldige russer".

A story about outlaws and lawmen.

The life story of Major Robert Rogers, the New England frontiersman who recruited companies of colonial soldiers, known as Rogers' Rangers, to fight for the British in the French and Indian War, is a compelling mix of military intrigue and national identity. This feisty major codified colonial military strategies into a document, known as Standing Orders, and put these principles to practice in many battles, campaigns, and scouting.

"Findus und das eigene Fahrrad": Findus sitzt beim Fahrradfahren sehr gerne vorne bei Pettersson auf der Lenkstange. Aber er will jetzt auch einmal ein eigenes Fahrrad haben. Und Pettersson baut ihm eins. Die ersten vorsichtigen Fahrversuche gelingen eigentlich schon ganz gut. Also fühlt sich Findus zu schwierigeren Herausforderungen berufen. Als Pettersson schläft, wagt er eine rasante Hügel-Abwärts-Tour. Was die Hühner in große Schwierigkeiten bringt.