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Rachel Carsons Silent Spring is not just a bookits a wake-up call that changed the world. With the narrative force of a thriller and the rigor of science, Carson exposes how the reckless use of pesticides poisoned our soils, rivers, wildlife, and even ourselves. She reveals a chilling chain of contamination that silences birds, sickens children, and undermines the delicate balance of nature. Yet her message is not despair but choice: humanity stands at a crossroads between a poisoned road of death and a wiser path of coexistence with the natural world. More than six decades after its first publication, Silent Spring remains as urgent and compelling as everan eye-opening story of survival, responsibility, and the fight for a healthier planet. This is the book that ignited the modern environmental movement and continues to inspire generations to defend the Earth.

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Climb the tracks, collect everything, and become a Subway Surfers legend! Discover hidden secrets, master power-up combos, and unlock strategies only the best players know. This guide is your key to running further, accumulating more coins, and beating all records. Dont play in the darkplay smart. Get your guide now and conquer Subway Surfers!

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En vísperas de la Primera Guerra Mundial, Sherlock Holmes sale de su retiro para llevar a cabo una última y crucial misión. El gran detective, que vive tranquilamente en Sussex, es llamado para enfrentarse a un espia internacional cuyos planes podrian poner en peligro la seguridad de Gran Bretaña. Acompañado una vez mas por el Dr. Watson, Holmes se enfrenta a un enemigo de extraordinaria astucia. Esta historia es tanto un drama patriotico como una conmovedora despedida del legendario detective.

Llega un nuevo reinado...Romance, magia, aventura y horror se encuentran en el inicio de esta exuberante y épica trilogía inspirada en el Antiguo EgiptoCuatro vidas a punto de cambiarlo todo.Deseo, guerra, magia, monstruosEl reino de Khetara es la joya del desierto, pero, con el pueblo pidido, una terrible crisis amenaza su supervivencia. El faraon se consume debido a una misteriosa enfermedad, y las fuerzas del sur y algunos miembros de su familia empiezan a conspirar contra el. La rebelion crece y los secretos afloran, al tiempo que una antigua profecia despierta entre las dunas de las Tierras Rojas y amenaza con destruirlo todo a su paso.Una princesa, una joven sacerdotisa, un rebelde y un ladron de tumbas se encuentran en medio del conflicto. Solo juntos podran salvar el reino de la aniquilacion, pero, cuando la sangre deje de derramarse, ¿quien se sentara en el trono de Khetara?Su rostro es el sol es perfecto para fans de:*Novelas epicas que te transportan a otro mundo*Tramas politicas que te mantienen en vela hasta el final*Las novelas de Leigh Bardugo, R.F. Kuang o V.E. SchwabLa critica ha dicho... ¡Una fantasia magnifica y audaz que deslumbra con su magia e intriga!. Emily Thiede, autora de Una virtud perversaCautivadora. Una declaracion de amor para los fans de la mitologia egipcia. Aimee Carter, autora de Aprendiz de diosaUn mundo repleto de belleza, intriga y elecciones dificiles. Patricia C. Wrede, autora bestseller de The New York TimesUn precioso tapiz de un antiguo reino fantastico convertido en realidad. Como egiptologo, no queria que la historia acabase nunca. W. Raymond Johnson, director del Centro de Estudios Epigraficos de la Universidad de Chicago en LuxorEscrito con maestria, un libro que te atrapa. Ann Davila Cardinal, autora de You ve Awoken Her

Machine knitting opens up an unlimited exploration of textures, patterns and materials that are suitable not only for garments, but also for soft furnishings and statement interior pieces.By exploring combinations of both stitch structures and yarn choices, this book will introduce you to creative techniques, both familiar and new, and encourage you to push the typical parameters of knit. The extensive stitch library explores form building, textures and three-dimensional techniques that will help develop your foundational knowledge of machine knitting.Appropriate for all machine knitters who have explored the basics, each chapter focuses on the fundamentals of a technique before developing them into more creative compositions. Suitable for knitters with a single- or double-bed domestic machine, or for those with a V-bed, the techniques are described in detail alongside inspirational images and clear charts, making this book the perfect tool for students, designers, researchers and home knitters.

"Strategic Reciprocal Networking: Building Mutually Beneficial Relationships" delves into the art and science of networking where genuine connections pave the path to unique opportunities. This book takes a comprehensive approach to help you master networking skills that yield lasting benefits.- Discover how to listen actively to anticipate needs and foster deep connections.- Learn the nuances of trust-building and rapport for impactful networking experiences.- Identify your networking goals and articulate your unique value proposition.Each chapter provides actionable insights, guiding you to cultivate a diverse and inclusive network. Whether youre an introvert or a seasoned networker, these strategies are tailored to overcome common challenges and optimize your interactions. Dont just networktransform your connections into thriving collaborative opportunities that drive your success journey. Take the leap towards building a vibrant, effective network today!

"Mesmo quando o corpo vai dormir, a mente fica acordada toda a noite, a contar histórias a si própria."Vivemos em paisagens de faz-de-conta. Criamos fantasias. Devoramos romances, filmes e peças de teatro. Ate os acontecimentos desportivos e os julgamentos criminais se desenrolam como narrativas. No entanto, o mundo das historias permaneceu durante muito tempo territorio por descobrir e mapear. Com base em pesquisas em neurociencia, psicologia e biologia evolutiva, Jonathan Gottschall apresenta-nos a primeira teoria unificada do storytelling, revelando o que significa ser um animal contador de historias.Sabia que quanto mais absorvidos estivermos por uma historia, mais ela altera o nosso comportamento? Que todas as crianças encenam o mesmo tipo de historias, quer cresçam num bairro de lata ou num suburbio? E que o nosso instinto de contar historias tem, tambem, um lado mais negro, tornando-nos vulneraveis a teorias da conspiraço?As historias podem mudar o mundo, ensinando-nos a viver e unindo-nos em torno de valores comuns. Sabemos que somos mestres em narrativas, e este livro revela como as historias nos moldam.O que diz a critica:"O nosso pensador mais profundo sobre o papel poderoso das historias nas nossas vidas."Steven Pinker, autor bestseller"Um livro que explica porque gostamos de contar historias, e porque somos to propensos a distorcer a verdade quando o fazemos."The Atlantic"Com base em cantos dispares da historia e da ciencia, eis um livro que celebra a nossa compulso para historiar tudo a nossa volta."The New York Times"Storytelling e um deleite de ler. Infinitamente interessante, repleto de excelentes observaçes e ideias inteligentes sobre televiso, livros, filmes, videojogos, sonhos, crianças, loucura, evoluço, moralidade, amor e muito mais. Muito bem escrito - o que no surpreende, ja que Jonathan Gottschall e, ele proprio, um contador de historias habilidoso."Paul Bloom, Universidade de Yale"Este e um livro maravilhoso. Cativa o leitor com historias e historias sobre como contar historias, e depois junta tudo para explicar porque e que faze-lo e um instinto humano fundamental."Edward O. Wilson, Universidade de Harvard"Uma obra de filosofia popular e teoria social escrita por um professor universitario obviamente brilhante. O dom do exemplo esta em todo o lado, e em quase todas as paginas surge uma ideia fundamental."The San Francisco Chronicle"Qualquer pessoa que se tenha interrogado sobre a razo pela qual as historias nos afetam da forma como o fazem encontrara neste livro fascinante uma nova apreciaço do nosso desejo coletivo de sermos encantados."BookPage

Discover how the ancient philosophy of Stoicism is powerfully relevant in todays fast-paced world. "Stoics of Today" uncovers the enduring teachings of Stoicism through the lens of modern leaders, entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, and educators. - Learn how leaders harness Stoic virtues to guide communities toward shared goals with courage and fairness.- Explore how entrepreneurs use Stoic resilience to persist through market uncertainties.With each chapter, see how Stoicism provides the mental tools to navigate complexities with grace and resilience. Join a growing movement that finds clarity and strength in Stoic practices for a rewarding life in a chaotic world. Order your copy today and transform your perspective with timeless wisdom.

Delve into "Stoic Mourning: Accepting Loss While Honoring Emotion," where ancient Stoic wisdom meets the challenging modern experience of grief. This compelling book offers you the tools to transform mourning into a journey of personal growth and emotional resilience.- Explore the Stoic philosophy from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius and learn how their insights can guide you through the hardest of times.- Gain practical guidance on maintaining emotional balance, using logic and mindfulness to honor your feelings without being dominated by them.- Discover the importance of community in your journey and how shared understanding can bring about healing and strength.Stoicism doesnt demand you suppress emotion, but rather invites you to understand and integrate your feelings, transforming grief into a pathway toward peace and acceptance. Begin your journey of healing with "Stoic Mourning" and turn loss into a source of strength and wisdom.

Julia Kellys mother, Delphine, spent much of her life in the shadows as a politicians wife, tending selflessly to the needs of her husband, John, and five wild children. Rattling around in a draughty house, the siblings though much-loved are left largely to their own devices, tended to by a series of hapless au-pairs, dodging mouse invasions and forever in search of their exhausted mothers attention.When John collapses of a heart attack at the age of fifty-nine, it is a sad liberation for his wife. Unshackled from her domestic duties, Delphine undergoes a transformation. She embraces sea-swimming and, along with a coterie of elderly ladies, sets out on adventures to far-flung places. Her final journey is to the Galapagos Islands where, hit by an unexpected wave, she loses her balance and is forced underwater. When her body surfaces she is no longer breathing. The book left on her bedside locker in the hotel is 1,000 Places to See Before You Die.Mired in grief, the five siblings begin the long repatriation of their mothers body. But it is the post-mortem report that provides the key to Julias healing and recovery: gradually, within the clinical descriptions of limbs and eyes, heart and toes, Julia finds solace. Taking inspiration from each body part, she breathes life into Delphine finally still and fully present for the first time in her seventy-two years in gorgeous, luminous prose.What leaps from the pages of STILL is someone unforgettable: a vibrant, complex woman, whose endless capacity for love continues to inspire and comfort. In the end, She died as she had always strived to live: in the middle of a huge adventure, diving into the great unknown.

"Start Stoic: Daily Habits for Mental Clarity and Strength" invites you on a transformative journey harnessing the age-old wisdom of Stoicism to empower your modern life. Discover how ancient practices can seamlessly integrate into your daily routine, enhancing not just mental clarity and strength, but offering a profound sense of purpose and tranquility.- **Discover the Foundation**: Learn about the rich history, core principles, and key philosophers of Stoicism, including Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and Zeno, who laid the groundwork for this enduring philosophy.- **Daily Practices for Modern Life**: Convert Stoic teachings into actionable habits, providing resilience amidst lifes chaos, refining decision-making skills, and tempering desires with true wisdom.Whether you face overwhelming adversities or seek to improve emotional resilience, this book is your guide to cultivating a Stoic mindset. Let the philosophy that has inspired thousands be the beacon to your personal transformation. Embark on your Stoic journey today, and start living with renewed strength and mental clarity.

El reverenciado creador Liam Sharp se deja llevar en Starhenge: El dragón y el jabalí, una obra maestra imponente en lo visual.Un Merlín del futuro viaja a la Britania del siglo V para impedir que unos aterradores robots asesinos capaces de viajar en el tiempo despojen de magia al universo. Entretanto, la animada narrativa que Amber Weaver hace del presente revela como se ve atraida a una guerra que trasciende el tiempo?Esta epica cautivadora es una mezcla de Terminator y El caballero verde y sienta las bases de una saga original basada en las leyendas arturicas.Starhenge es un brebaje que se te sube a la cabeza, que sumerge a los lectores en el antiguo mundo celta de los mitos arturicos, [...]. Entertainment WeeklyStarhenge mina la rica veta de genio creativo y belleza ilustrativa que Liam despliega consistentemente en sus narraciones, y lo hace de una manera en la que pocos son capaces de hacerlo. Sir Richard Taylor"

Ano 2167. A humanidade não está mais sozinha entre as estrelas. Agora somos parte de uma poderosa coalizão interplanetária em expansão, explorando os confins da Via Láctea em busca de conhecimento e

"Sport-Specific Fitness Mastery" is an insightful guide designed to revolutionize athletic conditioning by focusing on precise, sport-specific strategies. This book demystifies the path to peak performance, offering an in-depth look at tailored training regimens that cater to the unique demands of various sports. Discover how to enhance your physical capabilities, reduce injury risks, and achieve optimal performance through personalized fitness programs. - Delve into the science behind conditioning to understand the biomechanics, physiology, and psychology vital for sports success. - Uncover practical strategies for building strength, endurance, speed, agility, flexibility, and mental resilience tailored to your sports demands. This book serves as an indispensable tool for athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts dedicated to pushing the boundaries of their performance. Embrace the opportunity to elevate your athletic prowess nowcommit to a future of sporting excellence today.

¡Llega una trepidante aventura de la mano de Spiuk, elgamer del momento! ¿Estás listo para la partida de tu vida?Spiuk es todo un crack de los videojuegos. Pero siempre ha jugado desde la comodidad de su casa, ¡no encerrado en una vieja maquinade recreativos del parque de atracciones! Atrapado en el videojuego noventero que lo ha absorbido, ahora su vida y la de sus nuevos compañeros de equipo esta en peligro si no logra escapar antes de que se agote su barra de vida.Acompaña a Spiuk para conseguirtodaslas gemas posibles con la ayuda de la vaquera Bella Estrella y la vieja radio Co-Op; dominar las distintas modalidades de juego y enfrentarse al Cuervo y sus compinches para escapar, ¡antes de que sea demasiado tarde!Unete aSpiuk, elcaster y gamer del momento, en una trepidante aventura digital. ¡Que empiece la partida!¿Que encontraras en este libro?* Una trepidante aventura ambientada en el mundo de los videojuegos, ideal para fans y gamers.* Ilustracionessuper brillantesy una maqueta dinamica llena de destacados para dar vida a la aventura.*Una historia llena de accion, modos de juego y partidas arriesgadas.

Welcome to Graywater, a river town taught to prize calm. When a state "Harmony" initiative arrives with friendly stickers, listening walls, and predictive kiosks, the conveniences feel harmlessuntil doors act like checkpoints, benches become "standing bars," and kindness requires tokens. A librarian with a pencil ledger, a mechanic with a rolling stool, a cafeteria worker who feeds people before forms, and a reluctant administrator who once signed the wrong memos learn to resist with ordinary tools: chairs, house rules taped at jaw height, and the stubborn claim that a door is a commons. As audits, algorithms, and budget tricks escalate, the town invents humane policy in publicunplugging devices, publishing errors in chalk, and choosing consent over compliance. Speak with Care is a civic fable about soft power, community resilience, and the practice of freedom: if the map sings, bring chairs; install supports immediately, verify later, in situ. Ducks allowed. From courtrooms to porches and library foyers to the soup line, Graywater makes rights muscle memory: benches as nodes, forecasts ask for chairsnot closuresand a blackout proves the town doesnt need dashboards. It sticks.

UN MÉTODO DE LA TEACHER PARA SPEAK ENGLISH CON LAS ESCENAS Y LOS PERSONAJES MÁS ICÓNICOS DEL CINE Y DE LAS SERIES.¿Dudas de si Rachel y Ross were on a break? ¿Alguna vez te han dejado plantada (or stood up!) por estar en la friendzone como Forrest Gump? ¿Que harias if you land a job y tu jefa fuera una tirana como Miranda Priestley en The Devil Wears Prada?Si te da un panic attack or your palms are sweaty cuando te toca hablar ingles en tu dia a dia ya sea en un ascensor, en el trabajo, de viaje, en un restaurante o incluso cuando estas en un apuro, este libro es para ti.Aprende expresiones utiles, false friends, trucos de grammar y recursos a traves de las escenas mas memorables de tus pelis y series favoritas, desde The Big Bang Theory, Mad Men y Sex and the City hasta Kill Bill, Mamma Mia! o Harry Potter.

Multimillonario… y el mejor amigo de su hermanoLucy se siente como pez fuera del agua en la oficina de Felix, el mejor amigo de su hermano. Cuando aceptó el trabajo, no imaginaba lo duro que sería el