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Regine del Rinascimento
by Laurel A. Rockefeller Traduzione a cura di Laura LucardiniFinalmente tre delle biografie de “Le leggendarie donne della storia mondiale” in un unico cofanetto. Iniziate il vostro viaggio nel tempo con Caterina de Valois, la principessa francese il cui coraggio nell’affrontare la malattia mentale del padre e la guerra di Enrico V contro la Francia cambiò per sempre il corso della storia. Leggete poi la storia di due delle dirette discendenti di Caterina, ovvero la regina Maria Stuarda e la regina Elisabetta I, le quali dovettero contrastare poteri forti determinati a mettere fine alle loro vite e ai loro regni. Politica, religione e romanticismo si fondono in queste struggenti biografie delle tre donne più leggendarie del Rinascimento.
Engañando al sistema
by Jerry Bader Marina García RodríguezEsta es mi vida. Mi nombre y los nombres de la gente y lugares que menciono se han cambiado por motivos obvios, pero los incidentes y experiencias los he descrito como pasaron. Esto es la vida real, no una versión edulcorada de Hollywood que necesita envolver los acontecimientos en un ambiente familiar bonito, sin cabos sueltos. Mi vida está llena de cabos sueltos, de hecho, muchos de ellos siguen por ahí pululando. Para entender mi historia, tienes que entender los principios principales que forman mi personalidad y que me guiaron a mi existencia en el peligroso submundo que supura corrupción, codicia y peligro. Al ser judío, hijo de supervivientes de los campos de concentración Nazis, aprendí desde pequeño que la vida es frágil y la supervivencia, arbitraria. Como jockey, he desarrollado una actitud ante la vida de vivir el momento, de ir más allá, de reaccionar antes que nadie porque no reaccionar puede costarte la carrera o, incluso, hasta la vida. Los jockeys son siervos en el mundo actual que viajan a través del país buscando carreras donde sea posible, la mayoría de las veces, ganando miserias y prácticamente garantizando que van a resultar heridos. ¿He modificado las reglas? Sí. He roto muchas de ellas, mayoritariamente porque así es como se juega a esto. Las carreras de caballos son un microcosmo dentro de la sociedad, donde los ricos se hacen más ricos y el resto de nosotros hacemos lo que sea necesario para sobrevivir. No te dejes engañar con eso de que todo el mundo puede llegar a ser presidente o primer ministro, que cualquiera puede ser el próximo Steve Jobs o Warren Buffet. Aunque suene cortante, eso es una patraña. Hice lo que tenía que hacer para sobrevivir y no voy a pedir perdón por ello. He conocido a hombres sabios, hasta mi mejor amigo era uno de ellos, pero yo nunca fui lo suficiente sabio para saber que eso no lleva a ningún lado, especialmente para alguien de fuera. Y sabía de sobra que sie
Los secretos del Gran Maestro entre música y masonería
by Paolo Nuti Heredia RojasGiacomo Puccini y la masonería: ¿que vínculo hay entre uno de los mas grandes compositores italianos de todos los tiempos y la controversial institución? En un inteligente tejido entre novela y autobiografía el autor nos ofrece anécdotas personales y referencias históricas, levantando dudas, poniendo interrogantes, y acompañando al lector en un fascinante viaje de descubrimiento a los secretos del Gran Maestro.
13 Souls
by Sara De Miguel Jesus M. GonzalezIt is curious that every time someone asks me what I do for a living, and I answer that I am a palliative care psychologist, they automatically change the subject. Almost no one asks me about my work, almost nobody wants to hear about illness, much less death, when the only thing certain in our life is that we will die. My name is Sara, and my greatest learning these years has been that if we listened more to the people who are nearing death, we would help them to die better. And above all, that if we listen more to the people who are nearing death, we would learn to live better.
Histórias Divertidas de Gatos: Histórias e Experiências com Gatos Engraçados
by Leroy Vincent Gustavo PradoHistórias Divertidas de Gatos é um livro repleto de histórias e experiências divertidas e embaraçosas de pessoas com seus gatos. Este livro é ótimo para quem procura rir ou lembrar do seu gato favorito. Você vai se divertir e poderá até dizer: "Isso aconteceu comigo".
Fidarsi Di Dio Con Santa Teresa
by Elena Rovagnati Connie RossiniLe tue paure, debolezze, dubbi e rabbia ti impediscono una intimità con Cristo? Lotti con la disperazione? Lascia che S. Teresa ti insegni la fiducia perfetta. Scopri come Teresa di Lisieux si fidava di Dio attraverso tragedie, scrupoli, oscurità spirituale e sofferenze fisiche. Connie Rossini accoppia episodi della vita della santa con i ricordi della sua ricerca nel fidarsi. Con la Sacra Scrittura, il Catechismo della Chiesa Cattolica e le conoscenze della psicologia, Rossini porta i lettori a cedere completamente la propria vita a Gesù. Pratico e accessibile, Fidarsi di Dio con S. Teresa comprende domande di riflessione che lo rendono perfetto per club di libri e gruppi di fede. Il sindacato degli Scrittori Cattolici ha concesso il proprio sigillo di approvazione.
The Kill Jar: Obsession, Descent, and a Hunt for Detroit's Most Notorious Serial Killer
by J. Reuben AppelmanNow the subject of the Discovery+ series Children of the Snow, a cold case murder investigation is cracked open by &“a powerful, confident voice in the new true crime memoir genre&” (James Renner, author of True Crime Addict).Four children were abducted and murdered outside of Detroit during the winters of 1976 and 1977, their bodies eventually dumped in snow banks around the city. J. Reuben Appelman was only six years old when the murders began and even evaded an abduction attempt during that same period, fueling a lifelong obsession with what became known as the Oakland County Child Killings. Autopsies showed that the victims had been fed while in captivity, reportedly held with care. And yet, with equal care, their bodies had allegedly been groomed post-mortem, scrubbed-free of evidence that might link to a killer. There were few credible leads, and equally few credible suspects. That&’s what the cops had passed down to the press, and that&’s what the city of Detroit, and Appelman, had come to believe. When the abductions mysteriously stopped, a task force operating on one of the largest manhunt budgets in history shut down without an arrest. Although no more murders occurred, Detroit remained haunted. Eerily overlaid upon the author&’s own decades-old history with violence, The Kill Jar tells the gripping story of Appelman&’s ten-year investigation into buried leads, apparent police cover-ups, con men, child pornography rings, and high-level corruption saturating Detroit&’s most notorious serial killer case. &“Always deft, often sublime, Appelman uses his investigation to draw us into his personal journey through darkness, to light and life&” (Chip Johannessen, producer of Dexter).
101 Things You Didn’t Know about Einstein: Sex, Science, and the Secrets of the Universe (101 Things)
by Cynthia Phillips Shana PriwerLearn everything you need to know about Albert Einstein, the genius who created the Theory of Relativity and calculated mass-energy equivalence.101 Things You Didn’t Know About Einstein provides in-depth, fascinating facts about the famous scientist and mathematician—including details about his personal life, scientific discoveries, interactions with his contemporaries, thoughts on war, religion, and politics, and his impact on the world since his death. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, information, or interesting and entertaining trivia, this book contains everything you need to know about Albert Einstein!
101 Things You Didn’t Know about Da Vinci: Inventions, Intrigue, and Unfinished Works (101 Things)
by Cynthia Phillips Shana PriwerTimed to coincide with the release of Walter Isaacson’s latest biography on the famous painter and inventor, as well as the latest thriller in Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code series, this book includes 101 in-depth facts about Leonardo Da Vinci.101 Things You Didn’t Know About Da Vinci provides you with all the fascinating facts you didn’t know about the famous artist, inventor, and creator of the Mona Lisa and the Vitruvian Man, including details about his personal life, information about his inventions and art, his interactions with his contemporaries, and his impact on the world since his death. Some facts include: —Da Vinci was left handed, and wrote from right to left, even writing his letters backwards. —Da Vinci’s The Last Supper started peeling off the wall almost immediately upon completion, due to a combination of the type of paint Leonardo used and the humidity —Among Leonardo’s many inventions and creations was a mechanical lion he created to celebrate the coronation of King François I of France Whether you’re seeking inspiration, information, or interesting and entertaining facts about history’s most creative genius, 101 Things You Didn’t Know About Da Vinci has just what you’re looking for!
Forever Frida: A Celebration of the Life, Art, Loves, Words, and Style of Frida Kahlo
by Kathy Cano-MurilloRevel in the enduring legacy of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo—from the self-portraits, to the flower crown, to her iconic eyebrows—with this fun and commemorative book!With her colorful style, dramatic self-portraits, hardscrabble backstory, and verve for life, Frida Kahlo remains a modern icon, captivating and inspiring artists, feminists, and art lovers more than sixty years after her death. Forever Frida celebrates all things Frida, so you can enjoy her art, her words, her style, and her badass attitude every day. Viva Frida!
Please Stop Laughing at Me . . .: One Woman's Inspirational Story
by Jodee BlancoDiscover how beloved author and activist Jodee Blanco ignited a grassroots movement in the nation&’s schools to fight against bullying in this timely update of the seminal classic Please Stop Laughing at Me. In this timely update of the seminal classic, author and activist Jodee Blanco reveals how she simply set out to share her story—and ended up igniting a grassroots movement in the nation&’s schools. The first survivor of school bullying to look back on those experiences as an adult, Jodee brings you up to speed on her life and work since the book&’s initial release with a new chapter, all-new Letter to My Readers, and Reader&’s Guide. She also offers the latest information on digital and cyberbullying, the Adult Survivor of Peer Abuse, her in-school antibullying program, INJJA (It&’s NOT Just Joking Around!™), and provides discussion questions for schools.While other children were daydreaming about dances, first kisses, and college, Jodee Blanco was trying to figure out how to go from homeroom to study hall without being taunted or spit upon as she walked through the halls.This powerful, unforgettable memoir chronicles how one child was shunned—and even physically abused—by her classmates from elementary school through high school. It is an unflinching look at what it means to be the outcast, how even the most loving parents can get it all wrong, why schools are often unable to prevent disaster, and how bullying has been misunderstood and mishandled by the mental health community.You will be shocked, moved, and ultimately inspired by this harrowing tale of survival against insurmountable odds. This vivid story will open your eyes to the harsh realities and long-term consequences of bullying—and how all of us can make a difference in the lives of teens today.
Zheng He: China's Greatest Explorer, Mariner, and Navigator (The Silk Road's Greatest Travelers)
by Corona BrezinaZheng He was the commander of a vast Chinese fleet known as the treasure fleet. In the early fifteenth century, he led the fleet on seven journeys throughout the South China Sea and Indian Ocean, serving as ambassador to the barbarian nations in need of a civilizing influence. Under Zheng He’s command, the Chinese treasure fleet achieved one of the most impressive maritime displays the world had ever seen. This engaging volume covers the fleet’s travels, which covered more than 40,000 miles and included sea routes along the Silk Road, to cities and kingdoms from southern Asia to east Africa.
Marco Polo: Epic Traveler Throughout Asia (The Silk Road's Greatest Travelers)
by Jason PorterfieldUpon returning to his native Venice from a nearly 25-year journey through Asia, Marco Polo fueled the Western imagination with his tales about the splendors of the East. This lively biography follows Marco’s intrepid family as they navigate the spice stalls, caravansaries, and dangers that once populated the Silk Road and enter Kublai Khan’s Mongol court in China, where they served as advisors. Readers will learn about the Polos’ importance as cultural emissaries at a time of limited global exchange and how Marco’s account of their travels—whether fact or fiction—heralded the later golden age of exploration.
Everyday Hockey Heroes: Inspiring Stories On and Off the Ice
by Jim Lang Bob McKenzieAn inspiring volume of stories about Canada’s most beloved sport—hockey—and the everyday heroes who embody the spirit of the game and help shape its future, from the pros who compete in NHL arenas to the dreamers and fans who play on backyard rinks.What does hockey look like today in Canada? Who is changing the game? Canadian broadcasters Bob McKenzie and Jim Lang bring together players, from youth hockey to the NHL, and the people who support them to show us what hockey means to them. Meet Philadelphia Flyer Wayne Simmonds and Paralympian gold medalist Greg Westlake, who wouldn’t be at the top of their sport without the never-ending support of their families and communities. See how they’re giving back to show young hockey hopefuls that anything is possible. Read about players like Ben Fanelli, who overcame catastrophic injury to keep playing the game he loved and is using his story as a platform to help others, or the renowned Canadian neurosurgeon Dr. Charles Tator, who is leading the charge to protect athletes from the dangers of brain trauma and concussion. From hockey commentators Andi Petrillo and Harnarayan Singh, who broke down barriers to be on air, to Karina Potvin, the youth hockey coach welcoming Syrian boys and girls to Canada by introducing them to our national pastime, these are the stories of everyday hockey heroes—those who defy the odds, advocate for inclusion, and champion the next generation of hockey. From small-town rinks to big city arenas across the country, this collection celebrates everyone who loves our great game. Heartwarming and entertaining, Everyday Hockey Heroes is a must-read for every hockey fan.
The Look Book: Fall 2018 Sampler
by Jay Triano Bob McKenzie Dr Dave Williams Mark Abley Anna PorterCelebrate Canadians from all walks of life with The Look Book, featuring a few of Simon & Schuster Canada’s highly anticipated fall books.Meet extraordinary Canadians who have helped make our country great. Read your way into the far reaches of space with celebrated astronaut, aquanaut, and ER doctor, Dave Williams. Meet the amateurs and the professionals behind Canada’s most beloved sport with everybody’s favourite broadcaster, Bob McKenzie. Explore the weird everyday sayings we use and the stories behind them with award-winning journalist and author Mark Abley. Go behind the scenes in the publishing trenches with the iconic publisher Anna Porter. And finally, follow the rise of basketball with NBA coach, Jay Triano. Includes samples from the following fall 2018 new releases: Defying Limits: Lessons from the Edge of the Universe, Dr. Dave Williams Everyday Hockey Heroes: Inspirational Stories On and Off the Ice, Bob McKenzie and Jim Lang Watch Your Tongue: What Our Everyday Sayings and Idioms Literally Figuratively Mean, Mark Abley In Other Words: How I Fell in Love with Canada One Book at a Time, Anna Porter Open Look: Canadian Basketball and Me, Jay Triano Happy Reading! The Team at Simon & Schuster Canada If you would like to learn more about any of our authors or the titles featured, please visit us at SimonandSchuster.ca, follow us on Twitter at @SimonSchusterCA, or like us at Facebook.com/SimonandSchusterCanada.
You Are Awesome: How to Navigate Change, Wrestle with Failure, and Live an Intentional Life (The\book Of Awesome Ser.)
by Neil PasrichaFrom Neil Pasricha—New York Times, million-copy bestselling author of The Book of Awesome series and The Happiness Equation, thought leader for the next generation, and one of the most popular TED speakers in the world—comes a revelatory and inspiring book that will change the way we view failure and help us build resilience.Why is life getting harder instead of easier? How do I get back up after life knocks me down? And how do I grow stronger and live more intentionally? What happened to famines? Great Depressions? Plagues? For most of us, these are distant memories. We&’re living in an era with highest-ever rates of longevity, education, and wealth. Cars drive us home as our phones entertain us before we arrive to food delivered to the front door. We have it all! But there&’s just one side effect. We no longer have the tools to handle failure...or even perceived failure. When we fall, we lie on the sidewalk crying. When we spill, we splatter. When we crack, we shatter. We are turning into an army of porcelain dolls. A rude email from the boss means calling in sick. Only two likes on our post means we don&’t have friends. Cell phones show us we&’re never good enough. Yesterday&’s butterflies are tomorrow&’s panic attacks. Record numbers of students have clinical anxiety. And what about depression, loneliness, and suicide? All rising! What do we desperately need to learn? RESILIENCE. And we need to learn it fast. Read You Are Awesome to learn: —The single word that keeps your options open after failure —Why you need to have more one-night stands —What every commencement speech gets wrong —3 ways to dramatically accelerate your ability to learn and adapt —The 2-minute morning practice that helps eliminate worry —Why you need an Untouchable Day (and how to get one) And much, much more... Because the truth is, you really are awesome.
Hot Seat: What I Learned Leading a Great American Company
by Jeff ImmeltA memoir of successful leadership in times of crisis: the former CEO of General Electric, named one of the &“World&’s Best CEOs&” three times by Barron&’s, shares the hard-won lessons he learned from his experience leading GE immediately after 9/11, through the economic devastation of the 2008–09 financial crisis, and into an increasingly globalized world.In September 2001, Jeff Immelt replaced the most famous CEO in history, Jack Welch, at the helm of General Electric. Less than a week into his tenure, the 9/11 terrorist attacks shook the nation, and the company, to its core. GE was connected to nearly every part of the tragedy—GE-financed planes powered by GE-manufactured engines had just destroyed real estate that was insured by GE-issued policies. Facing an unprecedented situation, Immelt knew his response would set the tone for businesses everywhere that looked to GE—one of America&’s biggest and most-heralded corporations—for direction. No pressure. Over the next sixteen years, Immelt would lead GE through many more dire moments, from the 2008–09 Global Financial Crisis to the 2011 meltdown of Fukushima&’s nuclear reactors, which were designed by GE. But Immelt&’s biggest challenge was inherited: Welch had handed over a company that had great people, but was short on innovation. Immelt set out to change GE&’s focus by making it more global, more rooted in technology, and more diverse. But the stock market rarely rewarded his efforts, and GE struggled. In Hot Seat, Immelt offers a rigorous, candid interrogation of himself and his tenure, detailing for the first time his proudest moments and his biggest mistakes. The most crucial component of leadership, he writes, is the willingness to make decisions. But knowing what to do is a thousand times easier than knowing when to do it. Perseverance, combined with clear communication, can ensure progress, if not perfection, he says. That won&’t protect any CEO from second-guessing, but Immelt explains how he&’s pushed through even the most withering criticism: by staying focused on his team and the goals they tried to achieve. As the business world continues to be rocked by stunning economic upheaval, Hot Seat is an urgently needed, and unusually raw, source of authoritative guidance for decisive leadership in uncertain times.
Kyrie Irving: The Inspirational Story of Basketball Superstar Kyrie Irving
by Bill RedbanYou're about to discover the incredibly inspirational story of basketball superstar Kyrie Irving. If you're reading this then you must be a Kyrie Irving fan, like so many others. As a fan, you must wonder how this man is so talented and want to know more about him. Kyrie is considered as one of the greatest basketball players in the world and it's been an honor to be able to watch him play throughout his young career. This book will reveal to you much about Kyrie's story and the many accomplishments throughout his career. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn... Youth and Family Life High School And College Years Professional Career and Personal Life Legacy, Charitable Acts, and much more! If you want to learn more about Kyrie Irving, then this book is for you. It will reveal to you many things that you did not know about this incredible basketball star! Download today! About the Author: Inspirational Stories is a series aimed at highlighting the great athletes of our society. Our mission is to present the stories of athletes who are not only impactful in their sport, but also great people outside of it. The athletes we write about have gone above and beyond to become impactful in their community and great role models for the youth, all while showing excellence in their profession. We publish concise, easily consumable books that portray the turning points in the lives of these great athletes, while also giving the context in which they occurred. Our books are especially great for children who look up to sports figures. Hopefully these athletes can serve as a source of inspiration and their stories can provide life lessons that are practical for fans of any demographic.
The Apple Tree: Raising Five Kids with Disabilities and Remaining Sane
by Linda PetersenHer story begins not with her children but with her own childhood spent traveling the country in the backseat of her parents' car (her perpetually restless dad had post-traumatic stress disorder from WWII), often with very little money and few provisions. Where someone else might have seen deprivation and isolation, Petersen viewed her unusual childhood with a sense of wonder and gratitude. After marrying young and giving birth to a son who was legally blind (and who went on to earn a PhD on full scholarship), Petersen and her husband adopted four more special needs children and fostered many others. Each child has their own special story about overcoming tremendous physical and emotional difficulties in order to be able to succeed and enjoy life. Her honesty, wit, and terrific storytelling make this a book you want to read rather than one you feel you should read.
Invisible Warfare: How Does a Book Defeat an Empire?
by Liao YiwuAs a writer, poet, musician and dissident, Liao Yiwu is one of the most important chroniclers and analysts of contemporary China. In his books, he draws on his own experiences of imprisonment and mistreatment at the hands of the Chinese state to criticise abuses of power and give a voice to the downtrodden and disenfranchised. In this powerful memoir, Liao Yiwu reflects on his own journey from imprisonment in Sichuan to his current life in Berlin, where he now works as a full-time writer. As China’s presence and influence on the international stage grows, this small book is a poignant reminder of the human cost of authoritarianism and of the power of the written word to bear witness to evil.
Terrified: The Heartbreaking True Story of a Girl Nobody Loved and the Woman Who Saved Her
by Angela HartUnwanted and unloved, Vicky arrives on the doorstep of foster mom Angela Hart clutching only a carrier bag of clothes that were old and too small. Desperate not to return to her mother, it soon becomes clear that there are many demons haunting the frightened little girl. Driving anywhere close to where she used to live would cause Vicky to freeze, sheer terror in her grey-blue eyes. Angela would soon uncover the horrific abuse Vicky had suffered at the hands of her mother and she became determined to help. Slowly Angela begins to make progress with Vicky and is thrilled to see her blossom. But then, out of the blue, Vicky receives some tragic news swiftly followed by a shock discovery about her father which threatens to throw her off course. Can Angela rescue this terrified young girl before it's too late?
The Girl Who Just Wanted to be Loved
by Angela Hart<p>A damaged little girl and a foster carer who wouldn't give up... <p>Eight year old Keeley looks like the sweetest little girl you could wish to meet, but demons from the past make her behavior far from angelic. She takes foster carer Angela on a rocky and very demanding emotional ride as she fights daily battles against her deep-rooted psychological problems. Can the love and specialist care Angela and husband Jonathan provide help Keeley triumph against the odds?</p>
The Girl And The Ghosts: The True Story Of A Haunted Little Girl And The Foster Carer Who Rescued Her From The Past
by Angela HartThe Girl Who Ran Away is the third book from author Angela Hart. Maria meets foster parents Angela and Jonathan first when she is four and again when she is eight. Can their loving care and attention restore self-confidence in this unloved girl who thinks that she is fundamentally bad?
Brown Girl Dreaming
by Jacqueline WoodsonA mesmerising story about a young girl growing up in America, finding a home and discovering her voice - a multi-award winning New York Times bestseller and President Obama's 'O' Book Club pick.Brown Girl Dreaming is the unforgettable story of Jacqueline Woodson's childhood, sharing what it was like to grow up as an African-American in the wake of the Civil Rights movement, and discovering the first sparks of an incredible, lifelong gift for writing. It's packed with wonderful reflections on family and on place, in a way that will appeal to readers from 11 to adult.Emotionally charged and touching, each line tells the tale of one girl's search to find her voice, her identity and her place in the world.This book has been a bestseller in the US for almost a decade, winning every accolade and prize including the prestigious Newbery Honor Award, and is now made available to readers in the UK for the first time.
Brown Girl Dreaming
by Jacqueline WoodsonA mesmerising story about a young Black girl growing up in America, finding a home and discovering her voice—a multi-award winning New York Times bestseller and President Obama's 'O' Book Club pick. <p><p>Brown Girl Dreaming is the unforgettable story of Jacqueline Woodson's childhood, sharing what it was like to grow up as an African-American in the wake of the Civil Rights movement, and discovering the first sparks of an incredible, lifelong gift for writing. It's packed with wonderful reflections on family and on place, in a way that will appeal to listeners from 11 to adult. <p><p>Emotionally charged and touching, each line tells the tale of one girl's search to find her voice, her identity and her place in the world. <P><p>This book has been a bestseller in the US for almost a decade, winning every accolade and prize including the prestigious Newbery Honor Award, and is now made available to readers in the UK for the first time.(P)2014 Penguin Audio