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Unmasked: Inside Antifa's Radical Plan to Destroy Democracy
by Andy NgoIn this #1 national bestseller, a journalist who's been attacked by Antifa writes a deeply researched and reported account of the group's history and tactics. When Andy Ngo was attacked in the streets by Antifa in the summer of 2019, most people assumed it was an isolated incident. But those who'd been following Ngo's reporting in outlets like the New York Post and Quillette knew that the attack was only the latest in a long line of crimes perpetrated by Antifa. In Unmasked, Andy Ngo tells the story of this violent extremist movement from the very beginning. He includes interviews with former followers of the group, people who've been attacked by them, and incorporates stories from his own life. This book contains a trove of documents obtained by the author, published for the first time ever.
Freedom Season: How 1963 Transformed America's Civil Rights Revolution
by Peniel E. JosephA &“captivating and compelling&” (Keisha N. Blain, coeditor of the #1 New York Times–bestseller Four Hundred Souls) narrative history of 1963, the pivotal moment in America&’s long civil rights movement—the year of the March on Washington, Martin Luther King Jr.&’s &“Letter from Birmingham Jail,&” and the assassinations of Medgar Evers and John F. Kennedy In Freedom Season, acclaimed historian Peniel E. Joseph offers a stirring narrative history of 1963, marking it as the defining year of the Black freedom struggle—a year when America faced a deluge of political strife and violence and emerged transformed. Nineteen sixty-three opened with the centenary of the Emancipation Proclamation and ended with America in a state of mourning. The months in between brought waves of racial terror, mass protest, and police repression that shocked the world, inspired radicals and reformers, and forced the hands of moderate legislators. By year&’s end the murders of John F. Kennedy, Medgar Evers, and four Black girls at a church in Alabama left the nation determined to imagine a new way forward. Alongside the stories of historical giants like James Baldwin and Martin Luther King Jr., Joseph uplifts the perspectives of less celebrated leaders like playwright Lorraine Hansberry and activist Gloria Richardson. Over one heartbreakingly tumultuous year, America unraveled and remade itself as the world looked on. Freedom Season shows how the upheavals of 1963 planted the seeds for watershed civil rights legislation and renewed hope in the promise and possibility of freedom.
The Unraveling of Julia
by Lisa ScottolineAn international bestselling author crafts a gothic &“thriller with dashes of romance and excellent twists!&” (Karin Slaughter, New York Times bestselling author) in which a young widow inherits a Tuscan estate from a mysterious benefactor and finds herself thrust into the crosshairs of a dangerous conspiracy—twisty, transportive, and haunting, this is suspense with a passport. Lately, Julia Pritzker is beginning to think she&’s cursed. She&’s lost her adoptive parents, then her husband is murdered. When she realizes that her horoscope essentially foretold his death, she begins to spiral. She fears her fate is written in the stars, not held in her own hands. Then a letter arrives out of the blue, informing her that she has inherited a Tuscan villa and vineyard—but her benefactor is a total stranger named Emilia Rossi. Julia has no information about her biological family, so she wonders if Rossi could be a blood relative. Bewildered, she heads to Tuscany for answers. There, Julia is horrified to discover that Rossi was a paranoid recluse, who believed herself to be a descendent of Duchess Caterina Sforza, a legendary Renaissance ruler. Stunned by her uncanny resemblance to Rossi, and even to Caterina, Julia is further unnerved when she unearths eerie parallels between them, including an obsession with astrology. Before long, Julia suspects she&’s being followed, and strange things begin to happen. Not even a chance meeting with a handsome Florentine can ease her troubled mind. When events turn deadly, Julia&’s harrowing struggle becomes a search for her identity, a race to save her sanity, and ultimately, a question of her very survival.
Long Live Evil (Time of Iron #1)
by Sarah Rees BrennanONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES "BEST SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY OF 2024" AND "BEST ROMANCE NOVELS OF 2024" THIS IS A TALE FOR EVERYONE WHO&’S EVER FALLEN FOR THE VILLAIN… This adult epic fantasy debut from Sarah Rees Brennan puts the reader in the villain's shoes, for an adventure that is both "brilliant" (Holly Black) and "supremely satisfying" (Leigh Bardugo). Expect a rogue's gallery of villains including an axe wielding maid, a shining knight with dark moods, a homicidal bodyguard, and a playboy spymaster with a golden heart and a filthy reputation. When her whole life collapsed, Rae still had books. Dying, she seizes a second chance at living: a magical bargain that lets her enter the world of her favorite fantasy series. She wakes in a castle on the edge of a hellish chasm, in a kingdom on the brink of war. Home to dangerous monsters, scheming courtiers and her favourite fictional character: the Once and Forever Emperor. He&’s impossibly alluring, as only fiction can be. And in this fantasy world, she discovers she's not the heroine, but the villainess in the Emperor's tale. So be it. The wicked are better dressed, with better one-liners, even if they're doomed to bad ends. She assembles the wildly disparate villains of the story under her evil leadership, plotting to change their fate. But as the body count rises and the Emperor's fury increases, it seems Rae and her allies may not survive to see the final page.★ "Absolutely wonderful.&”―Kirkus (Starred)★ "Brennan's adult fantasy debut is two great stories in one: the romantasy in the background and Rae&’s adventure in the foreground."―Booklist (Starred)
Novel Photochemical Reactions in Organic and Medicinal Chemistry (Global Science Education)
by Bimal Krishna Banik Aparna DasThis book deals with chemical reactions which are triggered when light energy is absorbed by a substance’s molecules. It highlights the synthesis, molecular mechanism, chemical and biological properties of organic compounds and also focuses on recent advances in drug development related to cancer and other ailments. It will be helpful for researchers during target identification, lead identification, and optimization during the drug development process as well as in designing new molecules based on the data retrieved from the literature survey.Features: • Methods for creating carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds following green chemistry and concepts on electron-donor-acceptor pathways.• Focuses on medicinally important molecules, in particular against diverse cancers.• Describes synthesis of natural products.• Describe economical and practical pathways.• Encourages new ways to conduct research in organic and medicinal chemistry.This book will be beneficial to undergraduates, postgraduates, research scholars, and young teachers in chemistry and biological science, pharmacists, pharmacologists, clinicians, industrialists, and biochemists.
New Perspectives on Healing Collective Trauma: Towards Social Justice and Communal Well-Being
by Scherto R. GillThis book examines how historical injustices, especially enslavement, colonialism, and systemic racism, continue to impact societies today. Drawing on global case studies, from the legacies of transatlantic slavery and colonialism in the Americas to Indigenous experiences of reconciliation in Canada, racial healing initiatives in the United States, and community intergenerational dialogues in Africa, it explores how past traumas are transmitted across generations, shaping contemporary inequalities.The authors argue that addressing these enduring harms requires collective healing, involving processes of acknowledging the wounds, truth-telling, reparations, reconciliation, and inclusive dialogue across diverse generations and communities. Innovative frameworks presented include “Emotional Justice”, which emphasizes relational well-being and narrative transformation, and “intergenerational dialogue and inquiry” that reaffirms human dignity and restores traditional wisdom and communal resilience. The book also introduces ideas of “healing architecture” and “politics of dignity” that outline structural features of a just society, showing how institutions can be intentionally designed to respect the equal intrinsic value of all persons, nurture social justice, and foster collective well-being.Gathering interdisciplinary perspectives and renowned global scholars in one volume, the book offers practical strategies and hopeful narratives that demonstrate how societies can move from entrenched division towards communal healing and shared flourishing. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in creating more just, empathetic, and inclusive societies in our increasingly interconnected world.The Open Access version of this book, available at http://www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons [Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND)] 4.0 International license.
The Madman's Orchestra
by Edward Brooke-Hitching'One of the most brilliantly illustrated and totally compelling books about music ever put together' – Tom Service, BBC Radio 3From the bestselling author and former BBC QI Elf comes a fascinating and beautifully illustrated journey through the entire history of music. In The Madman&’s Orchestra, join Edward Brooke-Hitching as he lifts the curtain on the strangest episodes from the entire history of music, taking us on a backstage tour of surprising and eccentric stories. From the musical secrets of prehistoric monuments to the future of compositions by artificial intelligence, The Madman&’s Orchestra uncovers the most curious tales, madcap musicians, and unusual instruments lost in time – and answers questions including: Which composition requires four helicopters and a string quartet with strong stomachs to play it correctly?When should you feed your piano hay?What does the 'cat organ' sound like, and is it any more pleasing to the ear than the 'hog harmonium'?Discover the code-writing of musical cryptography, the beauty of Renaissance eye music, musical hoaxes, lost masterpieces, fire organs and witches flutes, compositions by the Devil, the woman who invented the 'visible voice', and the symphony designed to bring about the Apocalypse. Fascinating, funny, and at times barely believable, the abundantly illustrated The Madman&’s Orchestra is a unique compendium brimming with entertaining facts, stories and playlists of obscure music that will thrill and delight every music lover.
Forest of Hearts
by M.A. KuzniarOne touch and your heart is lost, as the hunter becomes the hunted in a dark romantasy from Sunday Times bestselling author, M. A. Kuzniar, for fans of Holly Black and Adalyn Grace. Elka has been banished to the forest by her wicked mother, who rules the city with an iron first. She is cursed to remain there forever unless she takes the hearts of seven men. Six have been slain and a wounded huntsman stumbles across her path, destined to be the seventh. But Kaz is hiding a secret of his own, arriving in the forest with another agenda and as the two get to know one another, passion begins to spark. The magic within the forest is stirring and dark forces threaten to overtake them. Elka must face the ultimate choice: relinquish her destiny or betray her heart? Step into the forest of hearts in this richly imagined take on the Snow White folklore, full of forbidden love, slow burn passion and the promise of true love's kiss.
Les onze lois de la réussite
by Anthony RobbinsLe célèbre auteur de Pouvoir illimité, Anthony Robbins, coach mondialement connu, nous offre ici des techniques de transformation puissantes. Avec simplicité et efficacité, Les onze lois de la réussite condense des années de recherche sur le potentiel humain. Des outils essentiels vous montreront comment changer votre vie en puisant dans votre force intérieure et en modifiant vos programmations cérébrales. Décidez de modifier votre destinée et obtenez des résultats spectaculaires.
La prochaine escale
by Patrick Z. PoadiagueRoméo épouvanté, apeuré à jamais par l'horrible scène voulut s'enfuir, fuir loin de ce lieu maudit, mais ses jambes engourdies lui refusèrent tout mouvement. Il voulut également crier, crib. - son épouvante, mais sa gorge se noua et aucun son n'en sortit. Il resta là, sidéré, les yeux fixés sur ce squelette et ce corps qui s'en allait en morceaux. Cette jeune femme avec laquelle il venait de danser toute la nuit et même de faire l'amour, Josiane dont il avait tout simplement oublié l'existence venait de disparaitre mystérieusement. Il y resta attaché aussi longtemps que sa tête lourde comme du plomb, ses jambes flageolantes, cotonneuses lui refusèrent leur support. Veule, il s'écroula lourdement sur le sol. Incroyable. Le lendemain aux premières lueurs du soleil, il se réveilla et se vit couché tout nu sur une tombe, dans le cimetière municipale, tenant dans sa main gauche une enveloppe qu'il déchira et dont il lut le contenu.
LES AVENTURES D'AYOULA
by Ousseni NikiemaCe livre en série souhaite briser les clichés et aprioris, aussi bien africains qu'occidentaux, en entrant très concrètement dans le quotidien chaud, agité et brut de la passionnante et attachante ville de Ouagadougou, à travers d'autres régions du Burkina Faso et d'autres pays. Il fera voyager petits et grands dans le dynamisme et la féérie de ces personnages prêts à tout pour réaliser leurs rêves les plus fous.
Le chemin de la sagesse
by Sam OleyLe Chemin de la sagesse est un recueil Conte et Slam Africain qui déroule les histoires Africaines pleines de sagesse.
LES CONTES DE DUNIA - LES MERVEILLEUX
by Ousséni NikiémaDans ces nouvelles pages, Les Contes de Dunia (Les merveilleux), l’auteur nous embarque agréablement ans' l'univers féerique, fascinant et fantastique des contes africains. Un merveilleux voyage au cœur de la savane de Dunia. À l'aube d'une carrière littéraire prometteuse, le libraire/écrivain est à présent une valeur sûre de la littérature africaine de source et d’authenticité.
La sécurité personnelle et familiale
by Elisé SorghoNous évoluons dans un monde où l'insécurité grandit de jour en jour, Personne, dans aucun coin de la planète, ne se sent vraiment à l'abri de ces revers naturels ou consécutifs à l'action de l'homme. Comment assurer ssa sécurité et celle de sa famille ? Comment se comporter en cas d'attaque ? Cet ouvrage vous donne des conseils pratiques susceptibles de vous sauver la vie. C'est suite à des communications fructueuses sur le sujet que l'auteur s'est décidé de produire cette brochure au profit du grand public.
CONTES DE LA BROUSSE ET DE LA FORÊT
by André Davesne Joseph GouinLes 35 contes de ce recueil ont été très rigoureusement sélectionnés par de jeunes lecteurs. Ils ont toutes les chances de provoquer des rires sonores et des émotions sincères chez ceux qui s'y plongeront...
Le Fils de l'autre
by Ouoba JérômeLe Fils de l'autre est un recueil de cinq nouvelles écrites dans un style élégant et accessible à tout lecteur. C'est un l’ensemble de beaux récits qui dépeignent le vécu quotidien de l'homme. L'auteur aborde sans tabou et avec objectivité et réalisme des sujets ayant trait à la vie et à ses vicissitudes. L'amour ou le désamour, les frasques juvéniles, la vie du fonctionnaire ou encore celle des religieux, la parenté à plaisanterie sont entre autres les thèmes abordés. « Claudinette ne savait plus eu mettre de la tête. Avec la complicité de sa mère, elles avaient dit à crépin que son géniteur ne vivait plus... Le père de Claudinette était donc allé voir le curé, lui avoir fait savoir qu’il venait d’apprendre par personnes interposées que sa propre fille se marierait le lendemain et disait ne pas être d'accord que celle-ci se mariât à son insu.
Antigone
by Jean AnouilhAntigone, jeune fille rebelle et idéaliste, refuse de se soumettre à l’ordre du roi Créon, son oncle, qui interdit d’enterrer son frère Polynice, considéré comme traître. Malgré la menace de mort, elle accomplit ce geste sacré, fidèle à ses convictions morales et familiales. Créon tente de la raisonner, lui offrant une chance de vivre, mais Antigone choisit la mort plutôt que le compromis. Elle devient ainsi le symbole de la résistance face à l’autorité et au conformisme.
La Terre ne ment pas
by Zounogo Léandre OuédraogoFarouchement accrochés à leurs rêves au départ du pays natal, Saaga et Guerbo malgré cette situation incertaine, décidèrent de tenter encore leur chance dans les plantations. Le premier ne voulait pus rentrer au pays sans avoir réuni l'argent nécessaire à Cachai de sa motocyclette ; le second tenait à disposer le quoi acquérir un vélo, un appareil de musique, une charrette et un âne. Toutes les économies de Saaga n'excédaient guère cent mille francs CFA, alors qu'il lui fallait huit cent mille pour revenir sans honte au bercail,…
One of Us
by Craig DiLouieKnown as "the plague generation" a group of teenagers begin to discover their hidden powers in this shocking post-apocalyptic coming of age story set in 1984."This is not a kind book, or a gentle book, or a book that pulls its punches. But it's a powerful book, and it will change you." -- Seaman McGuireThey've called him a monster from the day he was born.Abandoned by his family, Enoch Bryant now lives in a rundown orphanage with other teenagers just like him. He loves his friends, even if the teachers are terrified of them. They're members of the rising plague generation. Each bearing their own extreme genetic mutation.The people in the nearby town hate Enoch, but he doesn't know why. He's never harmed anyone. Works hard and doesn't make trouble. He believes one day he'll be a respected man.But hatred dies hard. The tension between Enoch's world and those of the "normal" townspeople is ready to burst. And when a body is found, it may be the spark that ignites a horrifying revolution.
The Twice-Sold Soul: A Second-Chance Queer Fantasy Romance (The McKenna Ellerbeck Series #1)
by Katie HallahanFans ofBuffy and Charmed will love this queer fantasy romance set in a magical high school reunion!What's a witch to do when her demon ex comes to call? McKenna Ellerbeck has been running from literal demons for ten years, including her ex-girlfriend, the Archdemon of Desire Remiel Blake. When Remi finally tracks her down and demands she return to her fantastical hometown of Arcadia Commons to attend her high school reunion, McKenna wants to refuse. But she&’s bound by a deep debt, so like it or not, it's time to stop running. As McKenna begrudgingly reconnects with old classmates, she learns the consequences of her disappearing act: Not only is her previously sweet baby brother now picking fights with the town's most prominent witch family, but her high school boyfriend is engaged to her class&’ lead mean girl, her best friend got married without McKenna there, and even more horrific are the infernal beings somehow getting past the town's magical barrier, leaving a trail of madness behind them! As it becomes clear that a much darker force is hiding in their midst, McKenna decides it&’s finally time to face her past and the witches, werewolves, demons, and friends she left behind.
Legendary Guitars: Explore the World’s Most Exceptional Guitars
by Julien BitounThe ultimate collection of 100 legendary guitarsFrom the beginnings of the American guitar in the 19th century to the avant-garde Canadian creations of a few months ago, from folk to electric to archtop; from the cheap guitar of the bluesmen of the 1960s to the Les Paul worth half a million dollars; all the instruments presented in this book are exceptional, whether it's because of their sound, their craftsmanship, the way they play, their aesthetics or the artists they inspired.Julien Bitoun, musician and great specialist in the history of rock, has lovingly selected each of the instruments. He tells the story of their creation and the reasons they entered history.Enough to make the most jaded collector pale or the most occasional enthusiast definitely addicted!
The Camera at War: 170 years of weaponizing photography
by Hilary RobertsIt is said that the first casualty of war is truth. But in the arena of war photography, the truth is never simple.Drawing on an incredible range of imagery from the Imperial War Museum's vast collection and other major archives around the globe, expert curator Hilary Roberts presents a new perspective on the role of image manipulation in this field over the past 170 years,exploring the consequences for our understanding of historic and contemporary conflicts. From the staged scenes and hand-coloured Daguerreotypes of the Crimean War at the very beginning of conflict photography to the AI-generated protest and propaganda imagery of today, Roberts explores the myriad ways in which layers of meaning can be added, erased or changed completely. As The Camera at War so powerfully reveals, sometimes this has been done in order to present a closer approximation of the truth, and sometimes for the causes of national morale, subterfuge and control of the winning narrative.
A Wildflower Year: A Guide to Wildflowers, their Habitats & Histories
by Frances TophillExperience a year through 60 wildflowers, beautifully pressed, illustrated and described.Throughout the year, Gardeners' World presenter Frances Tophill has collected and documented 60 beautiful wildflowers. For each species, she eloquently describes its importance and unique features, as well as their habitat, when they can be found, and what other species you might expect to find nearby. She also explains whether they are edible and their possible medicinal uses.Wildflowers have a crucial role to play in the fight to preserve our vital biodiversity, combat climate change and support pollinators. A Wildflower Year is both a month-by-month ode to wildflowers with illustrations by Julia McKenzie, and a useful tool for identifying and growing your own.
A Taste for Wine: A new tasting masterclass for wine lovers
by Rose Murray Brown MWThe perfect wine gift for any wine lover, A Taste for Wine is a complete home wine-tasting course from award-winning wine critic and educator Rose Murray Brown MW. - Begin with the key elements of taste, before learning how wine is made and the effect this has on flavour.- Familiarize yourself with every significant grape variety and the wine countries of the world, including a complete directory of international wineries to visit. - Dive into natural, orange and low-alcohol wines, and enjoy expert at-home food and wine matching. - Prepare for a changing world of wine, with features on everything from urban wineries to PiWI grapes. A Taste for Wine includes ten step-by-step tasting practices in which to apply your newfound knowledge, interspersed throughout the book:1. Classic Whites2. Classic Reds3. Full, Rich Whites4. Crisp, Delicate Whites5. Soft, Juicy Reds6. Sparkling Wines7. Comparing Sweetness8. Fortified Wines9. Full Rich Reds10. Taste Trends
Christopher Nolan (Iconic Directors)
by Dan JolinFew filmmakers have made such a seismic impact on Hollywood during the past two decades as Christopher Nolan. Whether mind-twisting crime thrillers or vast sci-fi epics, his films are consistently huge crowd pleasers, despite his bold and complex visions never being compromised.Featuring fresh insights from a writer who has witnessed Nolan at work first-hand on several of his films, this is the definitive guide to the most significant British director since Hitchcock. From Memento to The Dark Knight Trilogy to Inception to Oppenheimer, it takes you on a cinematic odyssey that is truly like no other.