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Sam Pickett never expected to settle in this dried-up shell of a town on the western edge of the world. He’s come here to hide from the violence and madness that have shattered his life, but what he finds is what he least expects. It seems that every inhabitant of this forgotten outpost has a story, a reason for taking a detour to this place—or a reason for staying. As the coach of the hapless high school basketball team, Sam can’t help but be moved by the bravery he witnesses in the everyday lives of people—including his own young players—bearing their sorrows and broken dreams. How do they carry on, believing in a future that seems to be based on the flimsiest of promises? Drawing on the strength of the boys on the team, sharing the hope they display despite insurmountable odds, Sam finally begins to see a future worth living. Author Stanley Gordon West has filled the town of Willow Creek with characters so vividly cast that they become as real as relatives, and their stories—so full of humor and passion, loss and determination—illuminate a path into the human heart.

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Embark on an unforgettable journey with "The Odyssey of Homer," a timeless epic that has captivated readers for centuries. Translated by Samuel Henry Butcher, this edition brings to life the incredible adventures of Odysseus as he struggles to return home after the Trojan War. Experience the trials and tribulations of a hero beset by mythical creatures, treacherous landscapes, and the wrath of gods. From the alluring Sirens to the fearsome Cyclops, each encounter tests Odysseus's strength, cunning, and resolve. This enduring tale of courage, loyalty, and perseverance remains a cornerstone of Western literature, offering profound insights into the human condition. Discover why "The Odyssey" continues to resonate with readers of all ages, inspiring awe and wonder with its timeless themes and vivid imagery. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Conclusión de los Relatos de la Tierra Media que conforman una de las grandes obras de Tolkien, El Silmarillion. La Caída de Gondolin fue, en palabras de J. R. R. Tolkien, «la primera historia real de ese mundo imaginario» y constituye uno de los tres «Grandes Relatos» de los Días Antiguos. En La Caída de Gondolin chocan dos de los principales poderes. Morgoth, el mal más absoluto, controla un enorme poder militar. En su profunda oposición está Ulmo, Señor de las Aguas, quien trabaja para apoyar a los Noldor, el grupo de elfos entre los que se contaban Húrin y Túrin Turambar. En el centro de este conflicto se encuentra la ciudad de Gondolin, bella pero oculta. Fue construida por elfos Noldor que se rebelaron contra el poder divino y huyeron a la Tierra Media. Turgon, el rey de Gondolin, es el principal objeto tanto del odio como del miedo de Morgoth, quien trata de descubrir la ciudad escondida. En este mundo entra Tuor, el primo de Túrin, como instrumento para hacer cumplir los planes de Ulmo. Guiado por el dios emprende un viaje en busca de Gondolin. En esta ciudad Tuor madura; se casa con Idril, hija de Turgon, y tienen a su hijo Eärendel. Debido a un acto de traición, Morgoth localiza la ciudad y lanza un ataque devastador. Tras el relato de la caída de Gondolin, Tuor y su familia huyen y contemplan las ruinas de su ciudad en llamas. Viajan hacia otra historia, el Cuento de Eärendel. Tolkien nunca llegó a escribirla, pero en el presente libro se incluye un esbozo de ésta.

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From everyday apps to complex algorithms, Ruha Benjamin cuts through tech-industry hype to understand how emerging technologies can reinforce White supremacy and deepen social inequity. Benjamin argues that automation, far from being a sinister story of racist programmers scheming on the dark web, has the potential to hide, speed up, and deepen discrimination while appearing neutral and even benevolent when compared to the racism of a previous era. Presenting the concept of the "New Jim Code," she shows how a range of discriminatory designs encode inequity by explicitly amplifying racial hierarchies; by ignoring but thereby replicating social divisions; or by aiming to fix racial bias but ultimately doing quite the opposite. Moreover, she makes a compelling case for race itself as a kind of technology, designed to stratify and sanctify social injustice in the architecture of everyday life. This illuminating guide provides conceptual tools for decoding tech promises with sociologically informed skepticism. In doing so, it challenges us to question not only the technologies we are sold but also the ones we ourselves manufacture.

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Oswaal CBSE Question Bank Class 10 Mathematics (Standard), Chapterwise and Topicwise Solved Papers For Board Exams 2025

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By the #1 New York Times bestselling author and unparalleled master of historical fiction, James Clavell's Shogun is soon to be a major FX/Hulu TV series! Shogun, the classic epic novel of feudal Japan that captured the heart of a culture and the imagination of the world, is now available for the first time in serial format. Part One contains the first half of the complete novel. After Englishman John Blackthorne is lost at sea, he awakens in a place few Europeans know of and even fewer have seen--Nippon. Thrust into the closed society that is seventeenth-century Japan, a land where the line between life and death is razor-thin, Blackthorne must negotiate not only a foreign people, with unknown customs and language, but also his own definitions of morality, truth, and freedom. As internal political strife and a clash of cultures lead to seemingly inevitable conflict, Blackthorne's loyalty and strength of character are tested by both passion and loss, and he is torn between two worlds that will each be forever changed. Powerful and engrossing, capturing both the rich pageantry and stark realities of life in feudal Japan, Shogun is a critically acclaimed powerhouse of a book. Heart-stopping, edge-of-your-seat action melds seamlessly with intricate historical detail and raw human emotion. Endlessly compelling, this sweeping saga captivated the world to become not only one of the best-selling novels of all time but one of the highest-rated television miniseries, as well as inspiring a nationwide surge of interest in the culture of Japan. Shakespearean in both scope and depth, Shogun is, as the New York Times put it, ‘'not only something you read--you live it.'‘ Also available: Shogun: Part Two

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The award-winning journalist and staff writer for The Atlantic follows up his New York Times bestseller American Carnage with this timely, rigorously reported, and deeply personal examination of the divisions that threaten to destroy the American evangelical movement. Evangelical Christians are perhaps the most polarizing--and least understood--people living in America today. In his seminal new book, The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, journalist Tim Alberta, himself a practicing Christian and the son of an evangelical preacher, paints an expansive and profoundly troubling portrait of the American evangelical movement. Through the eyes of televangelists and small-town preachers, celebrity revivalists and everyday churchgoers, Alberta tells the story of a faith cheapened by ephemeral fear, a promise corrupted by partisan subterfuge, and a reputation stained by perpetual scandal. For millions of conservative Christians, America is their kingdom--a land set apart, a nation uniquely blessed, a people in special covenant with God. This love of country, however, has given way to right-wing nationalist fervor, a reckless blood-and-soil idolatry that trivializes the kingdom of Jesus Christ. Alberta retraces the arc of the modern evangelical movement, placing political and cultural inflection points in the context of church teachings and traditions, explaining how Donald Trump's presidency and the Covid-19 pandemic only accelerated historical trends that long pointed toward disaster. Reporting from half-empty sanctuaries and standing-room-only convention halls across the country, the author documents a growing fracture inside American Christianity, journeying with readers through this strange new environment in which loving your enemies is "woke" and owning the libs is the answer to WWJD. Accessing the highest echelons of the American evangelical movement, Alberta investigates the ways in which conservative Christians have pursued, exercised, and often abused power in the name of securing this earthly kingdom. He highlights the battles evangelicals are fighting--and the weapons of their warfare--to demonstrate the disconnect from scripture: Contra the dictates of the New Testament, today's believers are struggling mightily against flesh and blood, eyes fixed on the here and now, desperate for a power that is frivolous and fleeting. Lingering at the intersection of real cultural displacement and perceived religious persecution, Alberta portrays a rapidly secularizing America that has come to distrust the evangelical church, and weaves together present-day narratives of individual pastors and their churches as they confront the twin challenges of lost status and diminished standing. Sifting through the wreckage--pastors broken, congregations battered, believers losing their religion because of sex scandals and political schemes--Alberta asks: If the American evangelical movement has ceased to glorify God, then what is its purpose?

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Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring. A wild and witty adventure into the depths of faith, Orthodoxy invites readers to see life as a grand cosmic mystery hiding in plain sight. With humor and razor-sharp insight, G. K. Chesterton confronts the assumptions of modern thought, revealing a worldview both challenging and refreshingly joyful. Each chapter explores paradoxes where belief and wonder thrive together, urging readers to look beyond cold facts to rediscover the enchantment of existence. By reclaiming childlike awe, Chesterton unveils a vision of faith that feels timeless and startlingly new. First published in 1908, Orthodoxy became a landmark in Christian apologetics, written at a time when faith and reason seemed worlds apart. Chesterton's clever arguments and joyful paradoxes challenged the skepticism of his age, bridging the gap between belief and modern rationalism. Its accessibility, wit, and depth inspired generations of readers to reexamine the foundations of faith. More than a theological defense, Orthodoxy endures as a classic of religious literature, calling readers across centuries to see the world with renewed wonder and conviction.

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#1 New York Times bestselling author and investigative reporter David Corn tells the wild and crazy story of the Republican Party’s decades-long relationship with far-right extremism, bigotry and paranoia. A fast-paced, rollicking account of how the GOP since the 1950s has constantly encouraged and exploited extremism and paranoia to gain power, AMERICAN PSYCHOSIS offers readers a brisk, can-you-believe-it journey through the netherworld of far-right irrationality and the Republican Party’s interactions with the darkest forces of America—which culminated in Donald Trump’s triumph. It tells the hidden history of how the Party of Lincoln forged alliances with extremists, kooks, racists, and conspiracy-mongers and fueled fear, anger, and resentment to win elections—and how this led to the GOP becoming a Trump personality cult that bolsters the most bizarre and craziest excesses of the right. The Trump-incited insurrectionist attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021, was no aberration. AMERICAN PSYCHOSIS shows it was a continuation of a long and deep-rooted tradition of the GOP: fostering and capitalizing on derangement on the right. AMERICAN PSYCHOSIS entertains and enlightens even as it presents a horrific tale of American politics gone wrong. The story told in AMERICAN PSYCHOSIS covers the last seven decades. From McCarthyism to the Birchers to segregationists to the New Right to the religious right to Rush Limbaugh to Newt Gingrich to the militia movement to Fox News to the Tea Party to Donald Trump, the Republican Party has deliberately nurtured and exploited rightwing fear and loathing dangerously fueled by conspiracy theories and political paranoia. This powerful and important account explains how the worst forces in American politics have come to poison the nation’s discourse.

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"Wedding bells are about to ring again in Greyborne Harbor, and as Addie slips into her white dress her thoughts are focused on a bright future with Dr. Simon Emerson. But a discovery in her attic leads her to startling revelations about the past. As theowner of Beyond the Page Books and Curios and a lifelong bibliophile, Addie is delighted to find a rare collection of classic children's books gathering dust in a secret room beneath the rafters, including a first edition of The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams. To her surprise, a handwritten inscription on the title page provides a clue to unraveling a complex mystery in Addie's family . . . But that's only the first surprise in a series of shocking twists that will turn Addie's vision of where her life is going and where she's come from upside down--including a suspicious death in the present that suggests foul play"--

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Fire crawls up the sides of the church. The orange glow thrashes. Blackens the siding. Climbs up onto the steeple. The flames close in on the wedding party trapped inside. When a serial arsonist terrorizes Los Angeles County, FBI profiler Violet Darger heads to California to investigate. The fires keep coming faster. The body count rises, and the threat hangs over the city as thick as the smog. The case file is brutal -- stuffed with photographs of charred bodies, human faces melted beyond recognition. And when Darger gets up close to the crimes, the real thing, that sense of savagery only intensifies. What kind of a person could carry out such cruelties? Understanding the warped psychology will be the key to solving the case. The suspect seems hellbent on creating a spectacle. Bigger targets. More deaths. He treats setting fires like a Hollywood special effects sequence, like he's building up to the shocking finale. Watch the city burn. It's entertainment. And there's one more factor complicating the investigation: Autumn is settling in over Southern California. The leaves are changing color, and the Santa Ana winds have begun to change directions. The Hollywood Hills are ripe for a forest fire. The arsonist means to make it the biggest one yet. A page-turner packed with heart-stopping suspense. Fans of John Sandford, Michael Connelly, Lisa Regan, and Lisa Gardner should check out the Violet Darger series.

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" Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett faces two different kinds of rampaging beasts--one animal, one human--in this riveting new novel from #1 New York Times bestseller C.J. Box. A rogue grizzly bear has gone on a rampage--killing, among others, the potential fiancée of Joe's daughter. At the same time, Dallas Cates, who Joe helped lock up years ago, is released from prison with a special list tattooed on his skin. He wants revenge on the people who sent him away: the six people he blames for the deaths of his entire family and the loss of his reputation and property. Using the grizzly attacks as cover, Cates sets out to methodically check off his list. The problem is, both Nate Romanowski and Joe Pickett are on it. "

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Learn how to thrive as you walk with God each day. God’s design for his children is that they live flourishing, fulfilling, joy-filled lives in Christ. This one-year journey through the Bible features daily devotionals that will help you discover your identity in Christ, God’s purpose and plan for your life, and how to flourish in a faith that is pure, genuine, and life-giving. This beautiful Bible for women features: 365 encouraging and challenging daily devotions 365 focused daily prayers 66 book introductions 50 Treasure of Truth callouts 31 profiles Optimized for use with the Filament Bible app Presentation page Elevate your Bible study with the Filament app―absolutely free! Unlock a world of knowledge and inspiration right at your fingertips! The Filament Bible app is your gateway to a deeper, more enriching Bible-study experience. Seamlessly connect every page of your Bible to a treasure trove of resources, including: 25,000+ study notes by more than 40 biblical scholars offering a deeper understanding of what you’re reading Audio Bibles to immerse you in God’s Word anytime and anywhere 350+ videos to captivate you as you unpack key information about the background and meaning of the Bible 40+ maps and infographics explaining the geography and cultural background of the Bible 400+ profiles and articles revealing the people and stories behind the verses, enriching your connection with Scripture 1,500+ devotions providing daily inspiration and numerous opportunities for reflection A library of worship music offering the perfect soundtrack for personal Bible study and praise Ready to dive deeper? Just grab your smartphone or tablet, open Filament, and let the learning begin. It’s simple, convenient, and extremely enriching. Start your enhanced Bible journey today! The New Living Translation is an accurate, understandable, and audibly enjoyable English translation of the Bible. It conveys the precise meaning of the original languages in a flowing, effortless writing style that promotes comfortable and meaningful reading.

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MP3 CD Format #1 New York Times bestselling author Danielle Steel's deeply moving novel is the story of a woman whose life is turned upside down while living temporarily in the French countryside.Oona Kelly Webster has much to be grateful for... A striking woman with red hair and green eyes, she has a loving family and a job she adores, editing a prestigious line of books. To celebrate their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary, she and her husband Charles have planned a visit to France.But then Charles drops a bombshell. He has been living a lie--hiding an affair for a year--and he is leaving Oona for a younger male lover.Although devastated, Oona decides to travel to France without Charles. She arrives in a charming village an hour outside of Paris, and settles into the house she has rented, called La Belle Florence--named after the king's mistress for whom it was built. But just as she's catching her breath, she's dealt another blow: her company's merger will eliminate her job.In the space of a few months, everything she nurtured for decades has slipped through her fingers. The only silver lining is that she can remain in France, where the simple life in beautiful surroundings slowly begins to heal her--as does the little white dog she rescues, and a friendly neighbor hailing from Trinidad, who delights her with his openness and warmth.Though she did not at first recognize him, her neighbor, she soon realizes, is a well-known actor. As their feelings begin to deepen, Oona wrestles with the risks of opening her heart again--especially with a younger, very famous man.Never Say Never is an inspiring novel about a woman who finds a second chance at happiness and love, all because she understands the importance of being brave enough to stay open to change.

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THE HILARIOUS NEW AUTOBIOGRAPHY FROM STRICTLY COME DANCING WINNER, CHRIS MCCAUSLAND Strictly star Chris McCausland was a successful stand-up, actor, TV presenter and panel show favorite long before he danced into the hearts of the nation with his ground-breaking performances on the BBC’s biggest show. After growing up in Liverpool and studying software engineering at Kingston University, Chris lost his sight at the age of twenty-two. Forced to rethink his career plans, he worked in sales before applying for a job as a spy at MI5. But, following an appearance at an open mic night in 2003, he turned his hand to stand-up. National Security’s loss was comedy’s gain. And he promises that his book ‘will be really funny’.

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A dramatic profile of Caitlin Clark and her record-breaking year in women's basketball, the unprecedented media attention this national phenom has received, and the seismic effect she has had not just on WNBA attendance and TV ratings but on the way Americans view female athletes--by award-winning television commentator and USA TODAY columnist Christine Brennan. A revolution has been ignited in women's sports. Much like Tiger Woods's arrival on the golf scene, what Clark has brought to women's basketball is without precedent. Prior to entering the WNBA, she was the highest-scoring college basketball player--male or female--in NCAA Division I history, and her last college game with Iowa was the first women's national championship final to outdraw that of the men. In her rookie season as the WNBA's No. 1 pick, league sales are up nearly 100% and Clark's team, the Indiana Fever, has emerged as the WNBA's top-trending team with ticket sales more than ten times higher than last year, sold-out arenas coast to coast, and historic TV ratings. Now, in On Her Game, we get an all-access pass to one of the most exciting and important young athletes our nation has produced. Drawing on extensive interviews and exclusive, behind-the-scenes reporting, national sports columnist Christine Brennan recounts the highlights of Clark's magnificent rookie year as the Fever star sets social media ablaze with her stunning must-see feats. A supremely confident performer, Clark has stayed serene amid the whirlwind of attention, simultaneously handling rival players eager to challenge her as well as nonstop questions from reporters about the many issues that have swirled around her and the WNBA. If there was any doubt before, there is none now: the Clark phenomenon is proving that female athletes can garner as much media attention as their male counterparts--and lucrative endorsement deals. Clark arrived as a sports and cultural icon fifty years after Title IX opened the floodgates for girls and women to play sports in America. Now, the historic interest she has received from journalists and fans of all ages is paving the way for female athletes across all sports for the next fifty years.

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Cargada de acción y personajes inolvidables, la segunda parte de esta saga superventas que se ha convertido en un fenómeno en todo el mundo entusiasmará a la enorme base de fans de Sarah J. Maas. Celaena Sardothien se ha convertido en la campeona del rey, aunque dista mucho de ser leal a la Corona. El rey es perverso, y Celaena, atrapada en la red de intrigas y misterios del castillo de cristal, no puede confiar en nadie, ni siquiera en el príncipe Dorian, en el capitán de la guardia, Chaol, o en su amiga, la princesa Nehemia. Cuando algo absolutamente inesperado suceda, Celaena se verá obligada a decidir de una vez por todas a quién ofrecerle su lealtad… y por quién luchar.

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Louis de Bernières is the master of historical fiction which makes you both laugh and cry. This book follows an unforgettable family after the Second World War. Daniel Pitt was an RAF fighter in the First World War and an espionage agent for the SOE in the Second. Now the conflicts he faces are closer to home. Daniel's marriage has fractured beyond repair and Daniel's relationship with his son, Bertie, has been a failure since Bertie was a small boy. But after his brother Archie's death, Daniel is keen for new perspectives. He first travels to Peshawar to bury Archie in the place he loved best, and then finds himself in Canada, avoiding his family and friends back in England. But some bonds are hard to break. Daniel and Bertie's different experiences of war, although devastating, also bring with them the opportunity for the two to reconnect. If only they can find a way to move on from the past. Louis de Bernieres' new novel is a moving account of an extraordinary life in extraordinary times. Daniel is a flawed but captivating hero, and this coming-of-old-age story illuminates both the effect of two World Wars on a generation and the irrepressible spirit and love that can connect

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Vida Victoria: “El Acróbata” es mucho más que un testimonio; es un manual de vida para jóvenes y adolescentes que luchan con trastornos de identidad, baja autoestima, inmadurez emocional, ansiedad, depresión y pensamientos autodestructivos, todos ellos fruto de heridas emocionales no sanadas y traumas no resueltos. En estas páginas, el autor nos comparte, de manera cruda, gráfica y profundamente honesta, su historia de supervivencia: cómo logró sobreponerse a una infancia marcada por una familia disfuncional, el abuso físico y emocional, la molestación y la violación sexual. Nos guía a través de su lucha contra el suicidio, el rencor, la adicción a las drogas y el alcohol, hasta llegar al perdón, a la sanación y a una transformación real. Este libro nos invita a practicar el arte de “dejar ir”, a perdonar incluso a quienes más nos han herido, y a alejarnos de personas y entornos que nos desvían del propósito que la fuerza superior —Dios— ha destinado para nosotros. Nos llama a escuchar más a quienes nos quieren bien, a cultivar el discernimiento, el autocontrol y el dominio propio, y a desarrollar una conciencia elevada que nos permita avanzar hacia nuestra mejor versión. “El Acróbata” nos recuerda que no somos solo una historia triste. Somos parte de la maravilla de la creación, reflejo de la gloria de Dios, con un potencial inmenso por desplegar. Cada caída, cada tropiezo, puede ser el impulso que necesitamos para elevarnos, sanar cuerpo, mente y espíritu, y cumplir el propósito divino para nuestra vida.

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A study Bible with thousands of verse commentary notes designed by women specifically for women to receive God’s truth for balance, hope, and transformation. The Woman’s Study Bible poignantly reveals the Word of God to women, inviting them to receive God’s truth for balance, hope, and transformation. Special features designed to speak to a woman’s heart appear throughout the Bible text, revealing Scripture-based insights about how godly womanhood grows from a woman’s identity as a Christ-follower and a child of the Kingdom. Now with a beautiful full-color redesign, The Woman’s Study Bible reflects the contributions of over 80 women from a wide variety of ethnic, denominational, educational, and occupational backgrounds. Trusted by women worldwide, The Woman’s Study Bible has been recognized with the ECPA Platinum Award for selling over 4 million copies across translations. Features Include: Beautiful full-color design throughout for you to enjoy as you engage Scripture Detailed biographical portraits allow you to learn from the lives of over 100 women in the Bible Thousands of extensive verse-by-verse study notes explain each passage and provide meaning to Scripture Over 300 in-text topical articles on relevant issues for you to glean wisdom from and apply to your life Insightful essays by women who are recognized experts in the fields of theology, biblical studies, archaeology, and philosophy to deepen your theological knowledge Book introductions and outlines provide an overview and context for each book Hundreds of full-color in-text maps, charts, timelines, and family trees show a visual representation of Israel and other biblical themes Quotes from godly women throughout history to encourage and guide your faith journey Set of full-page maps of the biblical world show a visual representation of Israel and other biblical locations for better context Topical index and concordance help locate words and see the number of occurrences throughout the Bible Easy-to-read large10.5-point print size

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Love this deep doesn’t come without knots. Some are worth keeping. Some will choke you if you don’t let go. In a world where love is flawed, forgiveness is conditional, and the past is never truly buried, Knycole and Noir are bound by sisterhood, secrets, and the unspoken truth: Some knots are meant to be tied. Others… you have to learn to untangle. Check everything you think you know about right and wrong at the door… nothing’s black and white over here.

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Hue: From the moment I saw Ashlynn, I knew she was mine. Didn’t matter that she had a ring on her finger or a man standin' next to her—she belonged to me, and deep down, she knew it too. I wasn’t about to play fair or fall back, not when somethin' that real was right in front of me. So I did what any n*gga would do for the woman meant to be his—I applied pressure until she had no choice but to see what we were. Forever his? Nah. She was forever mine.

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Illustré par l'auteur, un chef d'oeuvre universel de poésie, d'humanité et d'émotion. "Le premier soir, je me suis donc endormi sur le sable à mille milles de toute terre habitée. J'étais bien plus isolé qu'un naufragé sur un radeau au milieu de l'océan. Alors, vous imaginez ma surprise, au lever du jour, quand une drôle de petite voix m'a réveillé. Elle disait : "S'il vous plaît... dessine-moi un mouton !""

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"Walt Longmire faces one of his most challenging crime scenes as he tries to reckon with the revelations of his last case where he confronted the ghosts of his past and questioned the very nature of justice and mercy in the hard country of the West. Deepin the heart of the Wyoming countryside, Sheriff of Absaroka County, Walt Longmire, is called to a crime scene like few others that he has seen. This crime brings up issues that go back to Walt's grandfather's time in Wyoming, as the revelations he learns about his grandfather come back to offer clues and motives for Walt's investigation. Filled with back-country action, and with the great cast of characters that readers have come to love with the Longmire series, this new book will be sure to satisfy both long-time readers and those new to the series"--

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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She only wanted the money. He only wanted an heir. But when Khadoja Perry agrees to become a surrogate for Canyon “Cannon” Kross—a cold hearted, fine-as-hell, hood-rich thug with no interest in love—everything starts to unravel. What was supposed to be a contractual, nine-month transaction turns complicated fast. Between Doja’s ex stirring the pot, her smart mouth, Cannon’s low tolerance and heated moments of thug passion, a bond forms that neither of them saw coming.

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Junior year has come for the remaining students of Melbrook Hall, and it promises to be the most difficult one yet. With one of their own gone and another under serious investigation, none of the former Powereds knows how many days remain for them in the Hero Certification Program. The time they do have will be filled with more trials and classes, honing their skills as they work toward the increasingly difficult goal of becoming Heroes. Ample new challenges await them, and not all of them can be met on the safety of Lander's campus. Fallout from last year's final exam has stirred the interest of many parties, not all of them friendly. With enemies pressing in from all directions, it's going to take new alliances, dedication, and countless hours of training if they want to last another year.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERS • Discover one of the most beloved worlds in fiction with this hardcover boxed set featuring all three volumes of Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy: The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, and The Amber Spyglass. An Entertainment Weekly All-Time Greatest Novel • A Newsweek Top 100 Book of All Time • The Inspiration for the HBO Original Series His Dark Materials “Pullman is quite possibly a genius.”—Newsweek DON’T MISS THE EPIC FINALE TO LYRA’S STORY: THE ROSE FIELD, AVAILABLE NOW! These thrilling adventures tell the story of Lyra and Will—two ordinary children on a perilous journey through shimmering haunted otherworlds. They will meet witches and armored bears, fallen angels and soul-eating specters. And in the end, the fate of both the living—and the dead—will rely on them. Philip Pullman’s spellbinding His Dark Materials trilogy has captivated readers for decades and won acclaim at every turn. It will have you questioning everything you know about your world and wondering what really lies just out of reach. “War, politics, magic, science, individual lives and cosmic destinies are all here . . . assembled into a narrative of tremendous pace by a man with a generous, precise intelligence.”—The New York Times Book Review Lyra’s adventures continue in THE BOOK OF DUST: La Belle Sauvage • The Secret Commonwealth • The Rose Field

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Imagine giving a n*gga some p*ssy ONE TIME and yeah, the d*ck was bomb. But then, he starts stalking you and popping up at your job, the gym, the club, etc. He said your p*ssy got soul ties in it. He said y’all belong together. He said you gon’ be his no matter what.

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Ever feel lost in translation? With the NET Full-notes Edition of the Holy Bible, you don’t need to be. Modern readers can find it challenging to connect with biblical writers' ancient words and cultural contexts. This Bible offers a new solution: pairing a readable, everyday English translation with the largest set of translators’ notes ever created for a Bible. The NET’s nearly 60,000 notes bring complete transparency to every major translation decision and invite you to look over the translators’ shoulders, allowing you to deepen your understanding of the Scriptures. It is an indispensable resource for every Bible reader. The New English Translation (NET) is faithful to the text, clear to modern readers, and establishes an unparalleled accountability. Translated by a team of leading biblical scholars, the NET marries fidelity to original texts with everyday English clarity. Enrich your reading experience of Scripture with the NET: Faithful. Clear. Accountable. Trusted by Bible readers worldwide, the NET Full Notes has been recognized with the ECPA Bronze Award for selling over 100,000 copies. Features include: Faithful: The newest complete English translation based on the most up-to-date manuscript discoveries and scholarship Clear: Modern English for modern readers Accountable: A translation that explains itself—nearly 60,000 translators’ notes offer unprecedented transparency Durable Smyth-sewn binding lays flat in your hand or on your desk Notes are conveniently organized into Translation Notes (TN), Study Notes (SN) and Text Critical Notes (TC) Full-color maps show the layout of Israel and other biblical locations for better context Ribbon markers for you to easily navigate and keep track of where you are reading Easy-to-read 9-point NET Comfort Print®

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The New York Times bestselling comics series that was the inspiration for The Umbrella Academy on Netflix, now on Season 3! Catch up on the best selling comic series with this Deluxe Oversized Hardcover of the complete second series, Dallas, with the short story "Anywhere but Here" and an expanded 36-page sketchbook featuring work by Gerard Way, Gabriel Bá, designer Tony Ong, and Superman's pal Jim Lee. The Umbrella Academy is despondent following the near apocalypse created by one of their own and the death of their beloved mentor Pogo. Trouble is—each of them is distracted by their own problems. The White Violin is bedridden. Rumor has lost her voice—the source of her power. Spaceboy has eaten himself into a near-catatonic state, while Number Five dives into some shady dealings at the dog track, and The Kraken starts looking at his littlest brother as the key to unraveling a mysterious series of massacres . . . all leading to a blood-drenched face-off with maniacal assassins, and a plot to kill JFK! Now a NETFLIX original series, now on Season 3! Collects The Umbrella Academy: Dallas issues 1-6

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This wide-ranging collection of important documents, speeches, legal rulings, and other writings shaped the United States into what it is today. The U.S. Constitution and Other Writings is a collection of the crucial documents, speeches, and other writings that shaped the United States. In addition to the Constitution, readers can review the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the Federalist Papers, important presidential speeches, and many others. Both famous and lesser-known, but equally important, Americans are represented, including Benjamin Franklin, Victoria Woodhull, Frederick Douglass, Susan B. Anthony, and even the creators of the rules of baseball. The founders’ inspirational and revolutionary ideals are all here, and this is a perfect volume for anyone who finds the history of America to be a fascinating and enlightening journey.

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The spirit of Anne is alive and well in Mariah Marsden's crisp adaptation, and it's a thrill to watch as the beloved orphan rushes headlong through Brenna Thummler's heavenly landscapes. Together Marsden and Thummler conjure all the magic and beauty of Green Gables. Like Anne herself, you won't want to leave. -- Brian Selznick, author/illustrator of "The Invention of Hugo Cabret" and "The Marvels" The magic of L.M. Montgomery's treasured classic is reimagined in a whimsically-illustrated graphic novel adaptation perfect for newcomers and kindred spirits alike. When Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert decide to adopt an orphan who can help manage their family farm, they have no idea what delightful trouble awaits them. With flame-red hair and an unstoppable imagination, 11-year-old Anne Shirley takes Green Gables by storm. Anne's misadventures bring a little romance to the lives of everyone she meets: her bosom friend, Diana Barry; the town gossip, Mrs. Lynde; and that infuriating tease, Gilbert Blythe. From triumphs and thrills to the depths of despair, Anne turns each everyday moment into something extraordinary.

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Ce livre nous présente plusieurs défis : si nous réussissons à être totalement présents et à faire un pas à la fois dans le moment présent, si nous réussissons aussi à vraiment appréhender les réalités que sont notre corps énergétique, le lâcher-prise, le pardon et le non-manifeste, c'est que nous saurons nous ouvrir au pouvoir transformateur de l'instant présent.

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Manchester, December 1940. This winter, the girls boarding at Star House - Betty, Sally and Lorna - are determined to keep a stiff upper lip. But for Lorna - who is dedicated to caring for the wounded with the Women's Voluntary Service - the past is about to come calling. She is heartbroken when the devastating Christmas Blitz reunites her with her ex-fiance George. As air raids and rescue missions throw George and Lorna together time and again, it becomes clear that nothing about his visit to Manchester is what it seems. Can George and Lorna work together, despite everything that happened between them? Will Lorna's courage to do all she can for the war effort be enough to save George? And when snow begins to fall on a New Year's Day shattered by the Luftwaffe, will she allow her heart to open once more?

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