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Have you ever wondered about the grandeur and tragedy that fell upon the most majestic ship of the early 20th century? If you’re thinking about the Titanic, you’re right, but beyond the well-known tale of the Titanic, lies the story of her sister ships, the Olympic and the Britannic, whose journeys are often overlooked and nearly forgotten. Immerse yourself in the history of these vessels, and let Boro transport you to a time when ambition ran deep in the hearts of men. This book begins with the vision and the historical context that led to the inception of the Olympic-class ocean liners.

In this Very Short Introduction, now thoroughly revised and updated to take account of the most recent scholarship, Peter Marshall argues that the Reformation was a long-term process of social, political, and cultural change.

In a magical land called Ellegandia, a young boy named Promi scrapes by, stealing pies, cakes, and sweets to survive. But little does he know that his country is a pawn in an ages-old war between good and evil, battled both in the spirit realm and in the human world. Harboring secrets of his own, Promi teams up with a courageous girl named Atlanta and the two vow to save their land—and each other—no matter the cost. But their vow has greater repercussions than they ever could imagine.

The story blends a bit of imagination with the true story about six-year-old Paddy and his life in New York City, to rural Kilkenny County in Ireland, in the 1960s, and back again to New York, and how he learned that Banshees are real while also managing to navigate and survive a broken home and a variety of other early-life challenges. The boy’s name may not really be Paddy, but to tell this story, a hint of Irishness and anonymity may be necessary.

Ashley Royce is chosen to represent Smithtownon a diplomatic mission, her heart is stolen by a handsome prince. However her father begins to scheme and soon war across the continent breaks out. Ann Royce is caught in the middle and returns to Red Castle, the home of her former masters. The war takes an ugly turn and soon Ann must choose between her humanity and her people. All of our beloved characters have their moments in this exciting novel.

In the ethereal space of the Celestial Realm, where reality is shaped by will and intent, an assembly of divine beings gather to embark on the creation of a perfect order. But Lucifer, the embodiment of wisdom and balance, questions the path laid before them. As a clash unfolds between the rigid visions of Yahweh and Lucifer’s embrace of chaos and randomness, our cosmos is born from the tension. Luciphon is a thought-provoking journey that explores the tension between order and chaos, self-determination, and the delicate balance of creation.

This adorable story of elves touring the rainforest will not only entertain your child and make them laugh, it'll teach them about Puerto Rico, the tropical rainforest and the creatures that live there as well as some Spanish words! It also touches on how new situations can make you nervous, and that it's okay!

Join Sandy the elf and his friends on an unforgettable journey to Thailand in "Sandy Senses Adventure in Thailand!" As they celebrate Leon's Day, the halfway mark to Christmas dedicated to helping endangered animals, Sandy, who is visually impaired, navigates the vibrant sights, sounds, and scents of Thailand, forming heartwarming bonds with the animals along the way.

Nobody chooses to be bald. Nobody wants to look into the mirror and be confronted with an absence. Nobody gains any comfort from having a slightly better idea of what their skull looks like. Stuart Heritage has been bald for two years. But before he accepted the inevitable, he spent a number of years ineptly trying to conceal this fact with an array of expensive treatments and terrible haircuts. Can a man go bald with dignity? Maybe. But can a man go bald with more dignity than Stuart Heritage? Oh good god yes, and this book is his attempt to make that happen for you.

After dropping Santa off in Hawaii, head reindeer Skye heads home to the reindeer preserve in Scotland for a well-deserved break! But amidst all the fun reindeer games, Skye realizes her family and friends have a skewed view of Skye's life at the North Pole. Because of the "fun-only filter" on her profile, Skye's loved ones believe Skye loves her work at the North Pole more than her home in Scotland!

The Uninvited examines the reaction of governments and of the scientific community to claims from the public that they have been involved with alien interaction, looking at the world's most famous alien contact cases and highlighting the common threads that bind them together.

It's summer vacation and Elfie, Santa, and Mrs. Claus are traveling to Hawaii by sleigh! There are so many fun things to do in Hawaii, but Elfie can't seem to have fun unless he posts it on social media! As photos of beachside Santa pop up on screens around the world, all the children decide they want Christmas early! Instead of enjoying a fun, private vacation with his family, Santa feels like he must get back to work!

No more gingerbread geometry for these little elves! It's June 25th, Leon's Day, and the halfway point to Christmas! That means elf school is out and it's time to get ready for Christmas!

James Green an English R.A.F. Engineer, test pilot and specialist in artificial intelligence, with an unexpected turn of events he finds himself getting entangled into handling an existing but forgotten project for the Russians to produce the world’s most advanced artificial intelligence fighter plane. The plane is already so advanced it is; in reality creating its self. The Plane & James form a unique and unbreakable bond.

When DCI Freya Bloom and DI Ben Savage are called to an abandoned farmhouse in Billinghay, Lincolnshire, they expect the worst. The caller to emergency services had reported finding a man’s body. Yet, except for an old tent and a few personal possessions, the old house is empty. The investigation comes to a grinding halt before it’s even begun. With no body, there is no crime, and Freya’s efforts to quietly pursue the incident stall when another call comes in. 

Alex is a young boy whom faces struggling growing up with his siblings and a single mom. Until day after day he's faced with the hustle and negativity of the streets. He learns to be too smart for his own good. He trying to deal with going through depression and wanting the finer things in life. After seeing the neighborhood drug dealers having money in his face and flashy he's influenced by the streets as a teen to a grown man.

Infinite rooms, infinite danger. Trapped in a dungeon without end, Jackson resigned himself to never getting home. That is, until a chance encounter revealed the existence of an exit! Now Jackson pushes deeper, searching for that way out. Deep within the ancient tunnels and colossal chambers, Jackson meets a mysterious woman made of glass who promises to change everything. Blessed with the power to alter the dungeon in tiny ways, she believes she can make a way home for everyone if the circumstances are right.

Santa’s wife Sandra insists that they go on holiday pretending to be normal people. What could possibly go wrong? But, of course, Santa stands as an innocent bystander to his own chaos as Sandra's hopes for a quiet sunshine holiday fall into disarray

When a body is found in the fire-ravaged remains of a block of flats off Morecambe Promenade, DI Keegan and his team are sent in to investigate. But injuries to the body show that this was no accident. When the landlord of the building is found badly beaten, Keegan realises there might be a connection to a high-profile armed robbery at the nearby university. As the case unravels, DI Keegan must come face to face with an old enemy and risk his family’s safety, his life and his career in order to ensure justice is served.

From Gabriel Turville-Petre comes a comprehensive study of Scandinavian civilization as a part of European civilization, rather than an isolated phenomenon.