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Jared Diamond comenzó su carrera académica como naturalista: observaba a los pájaros y deducía reglas de su comportamiento. Cuando cambió de foco y empezó a estudiar organismos complejos como las sociedades humanas, no cambió de método, y en este breve libro explica cuánto se puede aprender a través de este procedimiento.

If you want to escape Iceland’s busier tourist trails, the North East of Iceland is the place to come. It's the perfect place for unhurried travel, rich in fabulous places to visit, and home to some of the country’s best whale and bird watching spots. Discover the beautiful basalt columns at Stuðlagil, the roaring waterfalls of Goðafoss, Dettifoss and Selfoss, the magical vistas of Mývatn, and the remarkable volcanic features of Ásbyrgi, Dimmuborgir and Hverir. Experience an adventure like no other, exploring the stunning multi-hued landscapes of North East Iceland. Immerse yourself...

With John Thiel – Founder and Executive Chairperson, Indivisible Partners Overview John Thiel offers a unique perspective on the evolution of the wealth management industry and his former leadership role at Merrill. Plus, he shares how his new independent firm, Indivisible Partners, is carving a new path for those seeking a firm with a greater focus on the advisor. Watch it... Listen in... > Download a transcript of this episode… NOTE: The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Diamond Consultants. ...

Shortly before his 44th birthday, John Diamond received a call from the doctor who had removed a lump from his neck. Having been assured for the previous 2 years that this was a benign cyst, Diamond was told that it was, in fact, cancerous.

If you've opted for an anti-clockwise circuit of Route 1, this eBook is your guide to Iceland's stunning South East. The eastern reaches of Suðurland are a mesmerising wonderland of spectacular scenery rich in contrasts. As you travel further east, you’ll approach Vatnajökull National Park, which covers a tenth of the country and is home to Europe’s largest glacier. The treasures of South East Iceland include ghostly glacier lagoons, winding river canyons, countless waterfalls, and multi-coloured mountains made of basalt and rhyolite. Visited in the past by the Romans, Vikings, Celts,...

Faye and Jonathan Kellerman. Wife and husband. Each a best-selling author on her and his own. Now these masters of the crime novel are writing together for the first time, thrilling us with two riveting tales of murder and suspense.

A thriving law practice and a happy marriage are almost enough to convince solicitor Eric Ward he has overcome his painful past and started a new life. All it takes is the wrong client for it all to unravel. An investigative journalist beaten to a pulp. A crooked Newcastle businessman living the high life in France. A woman from a half-forgotten past. Former police officer-turned-solicitor Eric Ward represents Eddie Stevens, an investigative reporter on the trail of a hot story.

THE AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK, a vast and remote wilderness, becomes Yara’s nightmare. "Exhilarating ... a deep sense of adventure that kept me on the edge of my seat." -- "Fiery, fast-paced." -- "Thriller writing at its best." Yara has dedicated her entire adult life to saving the Amazon rainforest. But when her biggest opportunity to make an impact takes her to Australia, she is totally unprepared for what lies in store. The Bringer of Fire is a tale of survival and sacrifice in the face of malice, intrigue, and stunning surprises. Set in the Outback, amidst its harsh landscapes, its people, ...

From the suburbs of Seattle to the streets of LA and back, hardworking Bobby King pursues the spicy and impulsive Brianna Woods, only to find out she's not into men. But when this dynamic duo from opposite worlds is drawn together by a passion neither can resist, they face dangerous surprises that try to rip them apart. Within the pages of this gripping novel, you'll meet characters that you will either love or hate. A possessive ex-girlfriend that won't give up. A heartbroken mother who would rather kill her husband than allow him to go astray any longer. A call-girl for hire that wants ...

America Unhinged with Dr John Diamond... The show that is fervently Patriotic and unapologetically Christian

Twenty-one-year-old college student, Adriana Nikolas doesn't really know what to make of Raptor, the sexy biker who seems to be obsessed with getting into her pants. Hot or not, she knows from their first encounter that he's dangerous, both in and out of bed. What Raptor wants, Raptor gets. Right now, he wants Adriana and will do whatever it takes to claim her as his woman.

Zen Buddhism emphasizes meditation as the means to study ourselves and understand who we truly are. Dharma talks are an essential aspect of Zen training, and the talks offered here were given at both the Zen Mountain Monastery and the Zen Center of New York City.

The Saint is back - 50 audiobooks are now available starring the debonair classic crime hero. Simon Templar is the Saint - daring, dazzling, and just a little disreputable. On the side of the law, but standing outside it, he dispenses his own brand of justice one criminal at a time. The Saint's holiday in Tenerife comes to a dramatic end when he rescues an elderly Dutch diamond cutter and his daughter from a vicious attack.

Talks from the team at St John’s Diamond Creek.

From the geological forces that formed diamonds in ancient volcanic pipes to the riveting tales of early prospectors, including the illiterate hog farmer who made the first major diamond discovery, this book chronicles over six decades of exploration, mining booms, political intrigue, and scientific breakthroughs. Rich with historical photos, firsthand accounts, and fascinating science, Worthington paints a vivid picture of a diamond rush that rivaled the gold frenzy of the Old West. If you're a rockhound, historian, adventurer, or armchair explorer, this meticulously researched book offers...

In the fall of 2008, fifteen of the world's leading economists--representing the broadest spectrum of economic opinion--gathered at New Hampshire's Squam Lake. Their goal: the mapping of a long-term plan for financial regulation reform.The Squam Lake Report distills the wealth of insights from the ongoing collaboration that began at these meetings and provides a revelatory, unified, and coherent voice for fixing our troubled and damaged financial markets.

What do Boston, Dublin, and Sierra Leone have in common? The movement of blood diamonds at enormous profit but grave human expense: mafia killings in Boston and Ireland and child enslavement and murder in Sierra Leone. And who is ensnared in the middle of all of this Michael Knight and Lex Devlin. Can they stop the enormously profitable trade of these tainted jewels? They must come between the Italian mafia in North Boston and the Irish mafia in South Boston including some remnants of the IRA in Ireland.

There is something strange about Miss Demeanor, the 35-foot sloop that sits anchored on Florida's Indian River. She has no mast and hasn't moved in more than a year. The boat’s origin and what secrets are on board unfold when 23-year-old Andy Dugan, an avid sailor from Maine, enlists help from a laid-back surfer to claim the boat as salvage. Complications arise when Mario Costello, the true owner, deems it safe to retrieve the boat's illicit cargo.

The Grim Reapers are an elite special ops team put together by all the nations to combat crime and hunt down the terrorists who split America into two continents, and flattened all major cities across the planet. Today, two of the Grim Reapers, are on a mission to hunt down the Serpent, the leader of the Red Hand, a group dedicated to subjugating the world through terror and murder. Their mission will engage them in a power struggle unlike any other when as they work on the clues to a final confrontation with the Serpent, a man with great powers. Can even the advanced hi-tech suits the Grim...

Assistant antique dealer by day, cat burglar by night, Sable Devereaux has lived in the shadows for years. With one final heist, she can walk away from a life of crime and open her own antique store, retiring to the quiet existence she has always dreamed of. But during her last theft, she witnesses a murder and goes on the run to escape the cross-hairs of some very powerful people.