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Le dernier tome d'un cycle d'envergure par le maître du space opera moderne ! Vivre cachés... ou mourir en liberté. et leur technologie utopique à bras ouverts. Mais à présent, ces visiteurs extraterrestres exigent un terrible tribut. Une par une, les villes sur Terre tombent devant leurs armes dévastatrices. Ils sont des millions à fuir vers un refuge dans l'espace, tandis que d'autres continuent à mener une guerre impossible à gagner.

Nous sommes au lendemain de la Grande Guerre, le mal du siècle envahit les âmes. C'est l'époque de la Prohibition et des fortunes rapides. En 1922, Jay Gatz, désormais Gatsby, se retrouve fabuleusement riche. Mille légendes courent sur son compte, qui n'empêchent pas les gens chics - et moins chics - de venir en troupe boire ses cocktails et danser sur ses pelouses. Gatsby le Magnifique joue la carte des folles dépenses pour éblouir Daisy, mariée à Tom Buchanan, un héritier millionnaire. Le jour où l'espoir de conquérir sa bien-aimée s'évanouit, la fête prend fin brutalement.

Rin’s story continues in this acclaimed sequel to The Poppy War—an epic fantasy combining the history of twentieth-century China with a gripping world of gods and monsters. The war is over. The war has just begun. Three times throughout its history, Nikan has fought for its survival in the...

In The Sword of Deborah, a courageous woman journalist shares her poignant reflections on the remarkable women serving behind the lines in France during World War I. She vividly recounts her experiences with various convoys, each offering a unique glimpse into a shared vision of duty, resilience, and bravery. From her early encounters with the Fannies and the G.S.V.A.D. to the joyful spirit she discovered among the V.A.D. Convoys, she captures the essential truth that even in the face of overwhelming danger, the spark of joy and courage must never fade from our world. (Summary by MaryAnn)

While much has been explored about Aaron Burr, Thomas Jefferson, John Marshall, and other founding fathers involved in the landmark case of United States v. Burr, the intricacies of the trial itself have received far less attention. This compelling narrative dives into the courtroom drama of this historic treason trial, shedding light on its significance and the legal precedents it established. - Summary by Brian Fullen

What unfolds when a down-on-his-luck man stumbles upon a brass bottle and inadvertently releases the djinni trapped inside? Expect a whirlwind of misunderstandings, cultural clashes, and laughter. Will the well-meaning djinni provide the assistance his new master desperately seeks, or will his efforts spiral into chaos? (Summary by Guero)

A verse-by-verse study of the Letter to the Hebrews, with special focus on overall themes as well as word meanings. Complete in 13 lessons.

Money, ambition, and forbidden desire hide dark truths behind the glittering parties of 1920s New York. In The Great Gatsby, one man’s relentless pursuit of love and status sparks a tale of obsession, heartbreak, and moral reckoning that will linger long after you finish listening.

The Beast with Five Fingers is a masterwork of early 20th-century supernatural horror, where intellect, skepticism, and rational explanation steadily erode under the pressure of something that should not exist. Set within shadowed libraries, lonely houses, and candlelit rooms, the story follows a man of science confronted by an entity that moves with purpose, memory, and malice—yet defies every known law of nature.

Es war kurz nach halb zwölf. Jakob Neumann führte seine Schäferhündin noch einmal aus. Wiens nächtliche Straßen waren menschenleer und wirkten wie ausgestorben. Der Hund lief voraus. Er fand den Nachhauseweg allein. Jakob Neumann warf sich die Leine über die Schulter und bog einige Augenblicke später ebenfalls um die Ecke. In diesem Moment sprang ihn das eiskalte Entsetzen an. Sein Hund lag vor dem Haustor und rührte sich nicht.

Gripping tales of Norse and Icelandic adventures! The tales are partially antropomorphic in character. These vivid tales are historically accurate and compelling. Immerse yourself and the past comes to life.

Otto' s adventures in the Nordlands will captivate the listener. An epic Viking saga for all.

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HBR's 10 Must Reads on Managing Yourself will inspire you to: stay engaged throughout your fifty-plus-year work life; tap into your deepest values; solicit candid feedback; replenish physical and mental energy; balance work, home, community, and self; spread positive energy throughout your organization; rebound from tough times; decrease distractibility and frenzy; and delegate and develop employees' initiative.

No one - fictional or factual - embodies the Jazz Age as completely as F. Scott Fitzgerald's Jay Gatsby. First published in 1925, this legendary novel continues to enthrall generations as it serves as a lens to view our not-so-distant past. Many of our notions about that period are taken from this book. Bathtub gin, flappers, and house parties that last all week enliven Fitzgerald's classic tale. Stylish and engaging, The Great Gatsby is also a startling literate portrait of Gatsby's search for meaning in his opulent world.

Rebellion happens in the shadows. In the sequel to the New York Times bestseller A Language of Dragons, language is the greatest weapon in a war between humans and dragons—and one translator has the power to change the world. Perfect for teen fans of Fourth Wing and Babel. Who is Vivien...

This is the first book to present innovation and entrepreneurship as a purposeful and systematic discipline. It clearly explains and analyzes the challenges and opportunities of America's new entrepreneurial economy. Peter Drucker, the most influential and widely-read thinker and writer on modern organizations, gives us a superbly practical book that explains what established businesses, public service institutions, and new ventures have to know, have to learn, and have to do in today's economy and marketplace.