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Durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, un grupo secreto de hombres fue lanzado tras las líneas enemigas para encender la chispa de la resistencia en la Europa ocupada.Eran los Jedburghs: voluntarios de élite de distintas nacionalidades que, tras un entrenamiento extremo, saltaron en paracaidas para organizar, armar y liderar guerrillas locales en apoyo a las fuerzas aliadas. Su despliegue comenzo despues del Dia D y fue clave para debilitar al ejercito aleman desde adentro durante la liberacion de Francia.Este libro narra sus misiones mas audaces, revelando el coraje, la estrategia y el sacrificio de quienes operaron en las sombras para cambiar el curso de la guerra.

El asesor secreto revela y analiza conflictos importantes en la mente humana. ¿Qué es la verdadera felicidad? ¿Cómo construir nuestro viaje hacia nuestros objetivos? ¿Qué vale realmente la vida? La historia de lo Divino es sin duda un gran ejemplo de como enfrentar los obstaculos de la vida, siempre con esperanza y determinacion. El libro inspira a los grandes soñadores a luchar por sus sueños y a tener una vision mas ligera de la vida. Pase lo que pase, recuerda que nuestros sueños son posibles.

My story is no different from countless other youngsters. I could easily have fallen into a life of crime, violence, alcohol, drugs and despair. I could have chosen to follow the negative path and repeat the cycle but instead I chose to dwell on the positive moments. It really doesnt matter where you start but where you finish.Under the smiling face of Glasgows Miles Better, poverty and violence still loom large. Not everyone makes it out. But Scott Kyle did.Latch-key kid from the back streets of Rutherglen to award-winning actor and producer on red carpets around the world, Scotts story is one of hope.With unflinching honesty and heart, he shares his journey, from a boy searching for belonging to a man determined to give back.Its Not Where You Start is more than a story of survival its a testament to the transformative power of love, laughter and compassion.

A pioneering female politician who thought women didnt need the vote; a conservative who shared platforms with communists; a shy public speaker who travelled the world speaking for Spanish refugees: the formidable Duchess of Atholl was full of contradictions.Born into an ancient Scottish family and married to a philandering duke, Kitty rose above the constraints of class and convention to become a tireless advocate for women and children. By her election as the first Scottish female MP in 1923, she was one of the most prominent women in Scotland and that was well before she shocked Westminster with outspoken rebellions against her own government.She stood with Spanish refugees and challenged fascism, visited war zones and campaigned with her political opponents, criticised tyrants and wrote her own political playbook. In Red Duchess Kitty Atholls extraordinary life is brought to the spotlight she has long deserved a compelling story of courage, conviction and a woman who refused to play by the rules.

Richard Holloway has been the archetypal turbulent priest. Having risen to be the Primus (Head) of the Scottish Episcopal Church, he abandoned religion and ecclesiastical office to fight for the rights of minorities and to write a string of best selling books, most famously Leaving Alexandria. He also became Chairman of the Scottish Arts Council.In this, his last book, he reflects deeply on his life, most especially as a child of desperately poor parents in Dumbartonshire in Scotland. He tells the story of how he found faith but then abandoned Christian orthodoxy after leaving office as Head of the Scottish Episcopal Church, and discovered a new life as a writer, broadcaster, journalist and public intellectual.This book opens and ends with chapters of a philosophical kind in which he explains how he lost belief in a loving God and became true to himself.

Um seguimento do meu primeiro livro, denominado Fragmentos, que me inspirou a escrever o segundo livro, Entrelinhas. É o entendimento do que há nas entrelinhas da dinâmica da vida.Entrelinhas é um re

Compulsory reading for anyone interested in the Irish Revolution. Dr Matthew Potter, curator of Limerick MuseumDuring the Irish Civil War, between the 15 and 20 July 1922, the Republican-held Strand Barracks in Limerick, on what is now Clancys Strand, came under constant ferocious attacks from Free State troops.They attacked the barracks repeatedly with armoured cars, and a non-stop bombardment of sniper, machine gun and mortar fire. All attempts to capture the barracks were resisted fiercely by the brave men inside. Finally, when everything else failed to dislodge these gallant men, the Free State turned an 18-pounder Artillery Gun on the barracks. This was the only time a siege gun was used in Limerick since the siege of 1691. The officer in charge was told to surrender the barracks or be held responsible for the loss of life. His response was "he would not surrender while he still had ammunition".This man was Captain Cornelius McNamara of A Company, 2nd Battalion, Mid-Limerick Brigade, but was known to his men as Connie Mackey. An intimate friend of the former Irish president Sean T. OKelly, Connie was part of a golden generation of unselfish Irishmen with high ideals who were prepared to risk and endure everything for the sake of their country and countrymen. This is his story.

A remarkable story of integrity, skill and survival in a world divided by war The most famous German fighter pilot of World War II, Adolf Galland was respected by both comrades and former enemies alike. A highly decorated ace with over 100 air-to-air victories in the West, he was a recipient of the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves, Swords, and Diamonds, which was awarded to only 27 men among the millions who served. After the war, he built friendships with the very Allied pilots he once fought and was admired as much for his integrity as for his prowess as a pilot and commander. In his final years, he worked closely with historian David Baker to produce this authorised biography, largely illustrated with photographs from his private albums. Offering a rare glimpse into both the air battles of World War II and the inner workings of the Luftwaffe, and now featuring new appendices that include the latest research into Gallands aerial kills, this book stands as an essential record of one of historys most remarkable fighter pilots.

De Bello Gallico is a seminal work of historical and political literature, offering a firsthand account of Julius Caesars campaigns in Gaul during the 1st century BCE. More than a simple chronicle of military conquests, the text serves as both a detailed record of strategy and a subtle piece of political propaganda, crafted to reinforce Caesars authority and justify his actions to the Roman Senate and people. Through vivid descriptions of battles, geography, and the customs of various Gallic tribes, Caesar positions himself not only as a commander of unmatched skill but also as a statesman defending Romes interests.Since its composition, De Bello Gallico has been valued as a cornerstone of classical historiography. Its clarity of style, strategic insight, and ability to merge factual narration with persuasive rhetoric have ensured its status as both a historical source and a literary achievement. The work exemplifies the Roman ideals of leadership, discipline, and tactical brilliance, while also reflecting the political tensions of the late Republic.The enduring relevance of De Bello Gallico lies in its capacity to illuminate the interplay between history and narrative, power and persuasion. By documenting his campaigns with calculated precision, Caesar invites readers to reflect on the construction of political authority, the ethics of conquest, and the delicate balance between truth and self-presentation. It remains a timeless text, simultaneously shaping and revealing the Roman vision of empire and leadership.

Este livro é um guia — não daqueles que apenas apontam caminhos, mas que convidam o leitor a viajar por Porto Seguro no tempo e no espaço. Não se trata de uma obra acadêmica no sentido estrito, pois

Livro póstumo inédito da brilhante autora de O ano do pensamento mágico e Noites azuis.Em novembro de 1999, Joan Didion começou a frequentar um psiquiatra e, por vários meses, descreveu suas sessões

Ao enfrentar o cume do Everest e a perda dos pais em um curto intervalo de tempo, Juarez Gustavo Soares descobriu que algumas montanhas so escolhidas e outras, impostas pelas circunstancias. Neste relato, ele refaz os passos que o levaram a duas grandes travessias: a fisica e mental, de quem escalou as alturas do mundo; e a existencial, de quem mergulhou na dor, na fe e no amor para compreender a morte e, assim,reencontrar o sentido da vida.Dessa longa jornada, algumas reflexes emergiram urgentes: a transitoriedade da vida, o silencio da alma, as verdades inconvenientes, o perdo e o verdadeiro cume.

Nesta edição revista da biografia de Domitila de Castro, Paulo Rezzutti conta a história de uma das figuras mais marcantes da história do Brasil, mostrando que a marquesa de Santos foi mais do que ap

Intensa, inesquecível, viva. Frida Kahlo como você nunca viu.Com um corpo marcado pela dor, uma vida de paixões e sofrimentos, e uma força criativa única, Frida Kahlo tornou-se uma figura essencial d

Aqui está a versão aprimorada, com mais refinamento estilístico, força narrativa e profundidade no fechamento: Você está prestes a descobrir o que veio antes da lenda. Antes da guerra. Antes da glóri

Um amor que permanece, mesmo quando tudo parece ruir. Neste livro inspirador, Maurílio Moura Barboza nos conduz por uma jornada profunda sobre a criação, a alma humana e o amor inabalável de Deus. Co

GAP Fulfill the Greatest Adventure PossibleLife is full of gapsmoments of emptiness, uncertainty, and searching. But what if these gaps are not failures, but invitations? Invitations to cross into deeper meaning, higher purpose, and ultimately the *Greatest Adventure Possible*.In this inspnandana Dsa shares his personal journey from restless world traveler to dedicated spiritual seeker. Drawing from lived experience, the timeless wisdom of the Bhagavad-Gt, and the guidance of his spiritual masters, he explores lifes biggest questions: Who am I beyond the body? What happens at death? How can I live with joy, meaning, and purpose?Through heartfelt reflections, practical exercises, and meditations, the reader is guided from uncertainty to clarity, from material distractions to spiritual fulfillment. Topics include:* Facing death as a change of service* Making the best of a bad bargain in material life* Awakening to the astonishing reality of the soul* Daily practices in bhakti-yoga* The power of spiritual association (sagha)* Overcoming doubts and obstacles* Travel as pilgrimage and transformationWhether you are new to spirituality or already on the path, *GAP* serves as a companion and compass, showing that the greatest adventure is not outside, but withindiscovering your eternal relationship with the Supreme.About the Author:Yaomatnandana Dsa (Jan Wolter), born in Germany in 1995, traveled to over 50 countries before dedicating his life to sharing Vedic wisdom as a Hare Ka priest and missionary. Under the guidance of senior teachers in the tradition of A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupda, he continues to write, teach, and inspire seekers worldwide.

Publicado em 1979, quando Elizabeth Hardwick tinha sessenta e três anos e uma carreira consolidada como ensaísta, Noites insones traz uma sensível e literariamente brilhante reflexão sobre a própria

Faces e Fases da Mesma Mulher é um mergulho sensível nas múltiplas versões que uma mulher pode ser ao longo da vida. Cristina Szelbracikowski compartilha suas memórias, reflexões e transformações com

What would you do if your life of freedom was stolen overnight?Twelve Years a Slave is the extraordinary true account of Solomon Northup, a free African American man living in New York, who was kidnapped in 1841 and sold into slavery. For twelve harrowing years, he endured unimaginable cruelty on Southern plantations before finally regaining his freedom.This powerful memoir is not only a story of survival but also an unflinching testimony to the brutal realities of slavery in America. With courage, dignity, and resilience, Northup exposes the injustice of human bondage while holding on to his faith in freedom and justice.Adapted into the Academy Awardwinning film, this book remains one of the most important firsthand narratives of slavery ever writtenessential reading for understanding history, injustice, and the indomitable strength of the human spirit. Click Buy Now and experience a story that will move, inspire, and never be forgotten.