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May 1915. After tragedy strikes during the Second Battle of Artois, Frenchman Julian Olivier will do anything to get out of the trenches. So when British Intelligence recruits him to spy behind enemy lines, he jumps at the opportunity. Just before he begins, however, he has a chance encounter with a young French woman who leaves his heart marked for the remainder of the war - even if he doesn’t know her name. As a dangerous ring of spies and saboteurs threatens to turn the war against the Allies, Julian discovers goodness in his enemies’ hearts.

In Al Stewart’s new book, The Manual, he explores so many of the issues that men struggle with. The Manual is written to men, for men, and about men, and is one of those great books that outlines the issues, but also gives practical help in how to live your life as a man who is valued by others.

‎فضلاً, قراءة سورة الفاتحة على روح المرحوم والدي محمد بشار القصاب. ‎شرح وتفسير شامل لسورة الأحزاب للدكتور الشيخ محمد راتب النابلسي بجودة عالية HQ.

In this brave and provocative work, former US Vice President Al Gore asserts that only a radical rethinking of our relationship with nature will save the Earth's ecology for future generations. Gore's analysis of where we've gone wrong ranges across politics, history, science, economics, psychology, and religion. He argues that only a worldwide mobilization can save us from disaster and presents a brilliant and comprehensive plan for action that encompasses not only the Earth's ecology, but also population trends, appropriate technology, and environmental education.

Former Special Forces operative Aiden McDane has every reason to hate bombs expert Tara Northpoint. Problem is, he can’t remember a single one, and not just because of the way she looks up at him with those big eyes and lush lips.

Step back in time with "Old Time Radio Our Miss Brooks," a meticulously crafted podcast that captures the essence of the original broadcasts. Each episode delivers the antics and endearing scenarios of Miss Brooks, making it a delightful journey for fans of historical radio and humorous storytelling. Enjoy a blend of classic dialogue, timeless situations, and charming characters in this daily podcast that celebrates the golden age of radio.https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

In brave and unforgettable terms, Al Gore, the passionate and lifelong defender of the environment, describes how human actions and decisions can endanger or safeguard the vulnerable ecosystem that sustains us.

The final two series of A. L. Kennedy's wry comic drama about love in later life. In their youth, John and Maggie had a tempestuous on/off affair that ended badly. Now in their 60s, they've decided to give their romance another chance - and discovered that love doesn't get any easier when you're older but no wiser. Having survived dating and moving in together, the duo face the next big test for their relationship: tying the knot.

Learn about George Eastman and the invention of the Kodak camera.

Weird Al Yankovic asks why everyone calls him weird. Erica gets her own therapy session to deal with Laura's attitude.

Cada semana escucharemos la música de los grandes maestros del Jazz de todos los tiempos, recorriendo sus diferentes estilos y formas. También exploramos nuevos artistas y consagrados menos conocidos. Aprendemos escuchando música. No hay otra forma. Gracias por preferirnos y ayúdanos difundiendo nuestro trabajo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear some of the most influential and dynamic black leaders and thinkers as they engage in a healthy debate on the "State of Entrepreneurship in Black America". Become more conscious of the business world around you and your current role in it. Find out what it would take for you to start your own business and become your own boss.

Spunky 11-year-old Wadjda lives in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with her parents. She desperately wants a bicycle so that she can race her friend Abdullah, even though it is considered improper for girls to ride bikes. Wadjda earns money for her dream bike by selling homemade bracelets and mixtapes of banned music to her classmates. But after she's caught, she's forced to turn over a new leaf (sort of), or risk expulsion from school. Still, Wadjda keeps scheming, and with the bicycle so closely in her sights, she will stop at nothing to get what she wants.

In 1999, Munjed Al Muderis was a surgical resident working in Baghdad when the military police marched into the operating theatre and ordered the team to mutilate army deserters. When the head of surgery refused, he was executed. Munjed's choices were stark - comply and breach the medical oath, refuse and face death or flee. That day, Munjed's life changed forever. He escaped to Indonesia and boarded a boat to Australia.

"Our Choice gathers in one place all of the most effective solutions that are available now and that, together, will solve this crisis. It is meant to depoliticize the issue as much as possible and inspire readers to take action - not only on an individual basis but as participants in the political processes by which every country, and the world as a whole, makes the choice that now confronts us." (Al Gore, from the Introduction)

This was supposed to be simple. Make a nice dinner for the Chemist, a ghoul with a penchant for stand-up and utterly obsessed with all things alchemical, and fulfill my promise. But it hasn't gone according to plan, and now corpses are littering the streets - although they're getting eaten pretty rapidly too. I'm not exactly in anyone's good graces either, as it's partly my fault, and my whole life is being turned upside down and inside out.

The acme of all Quranic stories with regard to its topical unity, its artistic appeal and the lessons that lie therein. Many great scholars and commentators have written entire books on this chapter of the Quran, often becoming handbooks that shaped spiritual training programs for centuries. This audiobook is perfect for all who wish to have a better understanding of how the Quran applies to their daily lives.

In the fiercely competitive world of real estate, it takes more than just skill and knowledge to rise above the pack. The Wolf Pack Way is an inspiring and transformative guide for real estate professionals seeking to unlock their full potential, dominate their market, and create a lasting impact on their clients' lives. Drawing on decades of experience, this motivational handbook offers a powerful blend of industry expertise, practical strategies, and personal growth techniques that will help you: Master the art of persuasion, negotiation, and relationship-building to close deals with ...

Reno was the first US city to fully embrace its destiny as a gaming capital, and even before gaming was legalized in 1931 the city was the one place gangsters from Chicago and the Midwest wanted to go for safety, sanctuary, and of course the booze, the broads, and the banking services to launder their kidnapping and hold-up loot. This book tells it all, from the first casinos in 1931, to the changes that came in the 1960s. Bank robbers like Alvin Karpis, kidnappers like Ma Barker and her sons, and even “Baby Face" Nelson came to stay, play, and enjoy the show. Reno had it all, and they ...

In LA, where today's star is tomorrow's busboy, discarded 'Fictionals' - characters spun into flesh and blood by technology - are everywhere. Screenwriter Niles Golan's therapist is a Fictional. So is his best friend. So (maybe) is the woman in the bar he can't stop staring at. It's getting so you can't tell who's real and who's not. Niles isn't completely sure how real he is....