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The most dominant and technically advanced civilizations throughout history have all prospered by creating extreme power differentials between a ruling elite and masses of workers, to increase productivity and cost efficiency. This is in contrast to how, the greater the concern for fairness and transparency, the more restricted the output from laborers appears to be. Access to cheap, controllable, and interchangeable labor is as critical to the success of corporations and nations today as it was in earlier eras.

The belief in prophets is as old as religion itself. Throughout several millennia, cultures across the world have attributed special significance (and sometimes great power) to those who they believe speak to their gods, from the Ancient Greeks to followers of Zoroastrianism. The tradition of prophets is especially prevalent in Judaism and Christianity, with prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah being among the most famous historical figures in the Bible.

Young Elroy Sandy and his family take a stand against the devil and his soldiers who come knocking at their door. Who can be trusted, as a series of happenings and a letter asking him to report to a cold, isolated building come into play? The family's faith, led by their youngest child, is tested...but not broken.

No history of American pop culture in the 1940s would be complete without mention of Betty Grable, the most popular pin-up girl of the World War II era. Grable possessed the outstanding fortune of not only having an ideal body but arriving at the most fortuitous time imaginable; the famous pin-up photo of her, taken by Frank Powolny, made her the highest-earning actress in Hollywood from 1943 to 1951.

Ashley, an attractive blonde, falls in love with Trevor, a soldier. Ashley meets her demise, as Trevor kills her in his sleep one night, thinking he was on the battlefield. One of the best novels about veterans and their nightmares.

Alice in Wonderland, written by English author Lewis Carroll is a classic tale of a young girl who falls down a large rabbit hole and finds herself in a fantasy world filled with every kind of creature imaginable including the White Rabbit, the Caterpillar and the King of Hearts! Written in 1865, it has become one of the most popular books in the world.

The Good Girlfriend part 5 - and James dares to dream that he's finally getting close to Mint. It may only be a dream, though, as Mint still shows signs of serious distrust. She's seen too much emotional carnage between Thai ladies and foreigners, and doesn't want to become yet another victim. The problem James now has is trying to undo decades of damage done by guys that have gone before promising the world, and delivering heartache.

Part 2 of The Good Girlfriend series - and James is bamboozled by Mint's attitude to sex. Now he finds out what really turns Mint on, and her unusual sense of fairness. Things don't work out quite as James' expects, but then again even Mint slips up at times too. Some girls just hate being shown up by other girls.

Here, for the first time, in a brilliant, panoramic portrait by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Making of the Atomic Bomb, is the definitive, often shocking story of the politics and the science behind the development of the hydrogen bomb and the birth of the Cold War. Based on secret...

At the end of her bestselling memoir Mennonite in a Little Black Dress, Rhoda Janzen had reconnected with her family roots, though her future felt uncertain. When this overeducated professor starts dating the most unlikely of men-a weight-liftin', church-goin', truck-drivin' rocker named...

"Your child and his self-esteem" is a guide for parents, written by the child welfare expert Ravenna Wilkinson. In this book, the author demystifies self-esteem and self-confidence. As a parent, you will learn what it all means. It doesn't end there, because the aim of this book is not just to tell you what it is, but also to show you how you can build it in your children.

Keen to improve his prospects, a man impersonates a fellow traveller who had changed his mind about an engagement to a wealthy young woman. But he begins to regret his decision when he learns every suitor must face an unknown horror that the family has harboured for generations.

When the body of a man dressed in a pinstriped suit is discovered by war photographer Eva Paisley in a secluded bay on Portland Island, Dorset, Inspector Alun Ryga of Scotland Yard is sent to investigate. Recently promoted, the thoughtful, observant Ryga is on his first solo investigation outside of London and is keen to prove his worth.

Ever been tempted by running a marathon? Maybe you’re well on your way to conquering the iconic distance. In any case, you’ve come to the right place! This book explains exactly why we shouldn’t be afraid of attempting the 26-mile stretch, once and for all.

Discover how to create highly profitable online courses in just six easy steps. Unlike other online businesses, you don’t need to possess a certain set of skills to jump on this wagon - you just need one. But beware the fact that there’s a buyer for whatever you want to sell means there’s almost certainly someone who’s already selling it. That’s why you need to arm yourself with the proper knowledge on how to choose, create, and market the absolute best online course.

The world of fasting is usually frowned upon and daunting, but with the help of this book, you will learn the tips and secrets to use intermitting fasting in a safe way to rapidly lose weight, burn fat, and essentially live longer. Intermitting fasting is not a new trend, but has been around for centuries, and has a lot of scientific basis for why it is so effective.

Are you overwhelmed by clutter? Does keeping your home organized feel impossible with ADHD? The ADHD Simplified Home is here to change that narrative, offering you a fresh, compassionate approach to home organization designed specifically with the ADHD mind in focus. In this empowering guide, you’ll move from feeling overwhelmed by clutter to experiencing the freedom and focus of a well-organized, ADHD-friendly home.

Life Invitations is a soul-stirring exploration of how the Universe speaks to us—not in thunderous commands, but in the subtle language of everyday moments, inner nudges, and unexpected encounters. Through heartfelt reflections, spiritual insights, and real-life stories, Ruben Rebollar guides you into a deeper relationship with the unseen forces that shape your path. Each chapter is an invitation: to pause, reflect, and step more fully into the life you’re meant to live.

The darkness within Joseph Cooper has been in him since a few days after his birth and has lasted for 34 years. He struggles to exist while working in the mailroom of a newspaper with his brother. Joe gets a scorpion for his birthday from his neighbor. What Joe didn't know is that you shouldn't put your hands too close to those insects because they might bite, and it did, though it was his destiny!! In Scorpius home… Joe falls as an infant, out of his dying mother's arms, knocking the light out of his soul.

Nina Torres thought freedom meant safety. After surviving a year in a trafficking ring, she’s fighting to reclaim her life—one breath, one panic attack, one shattered night at a time. But the shadows aren’t done with her yet…and neither is he.