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En este libro, Elino Villanueva González reconstruye con precisión histórica y sensibilidad narrativa los acontecimientos de la noche del 30 de septiembre de 1976, cuando el ciclón Liza devastó la ciudad de La Paz. A traves de documentos, testimonios y un analisis critico, el autor muestra como la desigualdad social intensifico los efectos del desastre, revelando no solo la magnitud de la tragedia, sino tambien las profundas vulnerabilidades estructurales que la hicieron aun mas destructiva.La obra no solo documenta la magnitud del desastre, sino tambien reflexiona sobre la compleja relacion de los sudcalifornianos con los ciclones tropicales, fenomenos naturales que, si bien son fuente de destruccion, tambien forman parte del equilibrio ambiental de la region. Con una narrativa que entrelaza ciencia, historia y experiencia personal, Villanueva ofrece una mirada aguda sobre la resiliencia comunitaria ante eventos extremos y las lecciones aun pendientes en torno a la prevencion, la equidad y la justicia social.A medio siglo del paso del ciclon Liza, el libro se presenta como un testimonio de memoria colectiva, un homenaje a las victimas y un llamado urgente a construir sociedades mas conscientes, solidarias y preparadas frente a los desafios de un mundo cada vez mas vulnerable.

From humble beginnings to a legacy that shaped a nation.Discover the remarkable life of Benjamin Franklin, one of Americas most brilliant minds, in his own words. Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin chronicles his journey from printers apprentice to statesman, inventor, and philosopher, sharing timeless lessons on hard work, self-discipline, and ingenuity.Filled with practical advice, personal anecdotes, and reflections on society, Franklins story continues to inspire readers seeking knowledge, motivation, and insight into the mind of a true Renaissance man.Learn from a founding father and timeless thinkerdownload Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin today and be inspired by a life well-lived.

O segundo volume de Saberes insurgentes, ao enlaçar educação e psicologia, traz ao público visões e conhecimentos frequentemente inferiorizados, mas que possuem poder de transformação para nossa real

Esta obra traz reflexões sobre o papel da ciência frente aos dilemas atuais, rumo a uma prática docente transformadora, antirracista e democrática. Os textos, ao integrarem educação e psicologia, def

The gold standard of literary ghost fiction.This influential collection defines the modern ghost story, blending scholarship, folklore, and creeping dread. Each tale builds tension with precision and restraint.A must-read for fans of classic horror and gothic atmosphere.Discover the stories that shaped supernatural fiction.Why This Edition? Complete original collection Clean modern formatting Clickable Table of Contents Optimized Kindle experience Carefully proofread

This historical and analytical text traces the development of the Athenian political system from its early origins to the democracy of Aristotles time. It provides a detailed account of the various constitutional changes, reforms, and the specific duties of magistrates and governing bodies. The work offers a unique glimpse into the practical workings of ancient democracy, distinct from the theoretical approach found in other philosophical texts. It serves as both a historical record and a critical examination of civic administration.

Definir el conservadurismo no es tarea sencilla pues es un concepto heterogéneo que ha evolucionado, al igual que el del progresismo. Abarca doctrinas y movimientos políticos que defenderían la tradicion en un sentido no solo politico, sino tambien social, cultural y religioso. Para los conservadores el Estado debia ser el instrumento fundamental para conseguir su objetivo de preservar las instituciones y estructuras del pasado. Durante el siglo XIX fueron los que añoraban el Antiguo Regimen e intentaron restaurar el orden politico perdido con las Revoluciones liberales. El conservadurismo modero sus principios y busco una alianza entre lo viejo y lo nuevo, y trato asi de evitar las posibles derivas radicales del liberalismo democratico y de los movimientos obreros. Con el tiempo esta vision evolucionaria con figuras como las de Disraeli o Bismarck, sin olvidar en España a Canovas del Castillo.

A stranger arrives in a remote village set deep in the secluded valley of Gruseltal. He is a bounty hunter seeking to capture a local werewolf.Elsewhere, an unhappy and relapsed vampire searches for love by sending out his pet bats.The arrival of a comet one night portends strange events.Meanwhile, in the city of Wurststadt, a devious, high-ranking politician plots revenge for his humiliation at the hands of the villagers a generation earlier.Ultimately, he is challenged by the local pastor, and a group of courageous villagers willing to travel to Wurststadt to thwart his divisive plans.And, throughout, local hero, Karl, uses his ingenuity to improve the living conditions of his fellow villagers.These, and other events and characters, combine to form an intertwining tale that is as thought-provoking as it is comical.

Pai contra mãe: As origens perdidas de Luiz Gama é uma biografia fundante de Luiz Gama. Por meio de uma interpretação minuciosa da autobiografia do jurista, retraça-se cada objeto, cada movimento, ca

Sefer Etz Chaim — Árvore da Vida é a obra fundamental da Cabalá lurianica e o texto que redefiniu de maneira decisiva a metafísica mística judaica a partir do século XVI. Concebido a partir dos ensin

Heikhalot Rabbati - The Greater Palaces / First Bilingual Edition (HebrewEnglish) is a foundational work of Jewish mystical literature, specifically Kabbalah, composed between roughly 100 BCE and 900 CE. It primarily describes the mystic s ascent through seven heavenly palaces (Heikhalot) to witness the Divine Chariot (Merkavah) and the Throne of Glory (Kisseh ha-Kavod). Narrated by Rabbi Ishmael, who relays the teachings of other masters like Rabbi Neunya ben Ha-Qanah and Rabbi Akiva, the text outlines the perilous methods and prerequisites for this mystical journey, emphasizing moral purity, asceticism, and the guidance of sages. Beyond celestial visions, it also intertwines eschatological themes, detailing the eventual redemption of Israel, the downfall of wicked Rome, and the role of the Messiah, often personified as Metatron, an exalted angelic figure. The text repeatedly emphasizes the centrality of Israel and the Torah in the divine plan, illustrating this through the imagery of Jacob s face engraved upon the Throne of Glory and the power of Israel s prayers.

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Cristo Místico: A Religião como Experiência Espiritual Pessoal, de Manly P. Hall, é uma leitura essencial para Maçons e Rosa-Cruzes interessados em aprofundar-se na sabedoria mística cristã e nas prá

The world was once a place of insurmountable distances until humanity learned to conquer friction. The Wheel Mandate documents the mechanical revolution that laid the foundation for every civilization. From Sumerian potters wheels to the paved roads of Romewe examine how the circular shape exponentially increased human reach. It is the story of logistics as an instrument of power.Learn how the chariot changed warfare and how the heavy cart first made trade in bulk goods possible. We analyze the physical hurdles of land transport and how the wheel fueled the emergence of the first megacities. This book shows that the wheel was not just an invention, but a law of efficiency that reordered the hierarchies of the world. Look behind the heroic battles at the wooden axles that carried empires.A fascinating account of the simplest and at the same time most powerful machine of mankind. Understand the mechanics of transport and how it made our planet shrink. Without the wheel, there would be no stagnation, but also no progress.

In the 1920s, radiation wasnt a danger; it was a cure-all. "Radithor," a patent medicine made of triple-distilled water and radium, promised to cure impotence, fatigue, and aging. Eben Byers, a wealthy industrialist and golf champion, loved it so much he drank three bottles a day. He recommended it to friends and even fed it to his racehorses.Then his teeth started falling out. Then his jaw came off. This is the gruesome but necessary story of the "Radithor" craze and the slow, agonizing death of its most famous advocate. It is a history of unregulated medicine, the publics fascination with the "energy" of the atom, and the tragedy that finally forced the government to regulate radioactive substances.

It was weighed with gold and it changed the taste of world history. The Spice Monopoly documents the rise of simple plant substances to the most valuable trading goods on earth. We examine how the hunger for pepper, cinnamon, and cloves drove explorers across the oceans and created the first true world economy.It is the story of greed, adventure, and total control over global supply chains. Learn how the Portuguese and Dutch built empires through spice monopolies based on the aroma of distant islands. We analyze the effects of the spice trade on European cuisine, medicine, and the emergence of modern capitalism. This book shows that pepper was not just a spice, but a geopolitical lever that financed wars and toppled kingdoms. Look behind the scenes of the East India Companies and discover the forensics of wealth. A fascinating account of a time when a bag of nutmeg could buy an entire life.Understand the chemistry of power and how a scent redrew the world map. Pepper was the first currency of the globalized world.

As the clock ticked down to midnight on December 31, 1999, the world held its breath. Experts warned that airplanes would fall from the sky, nuclear power plants would melt down, and the global banking system would collapseall because early computer programmers had used two digits instead of four to represent the year. This was the Y2K bug, the first global panic of the digital age."The Bug That Cost Billions" revisits the hysteria and the massive engineering effort that took place behind the scenes. It tells the story of the army of retired COBOL programmers who were called back into service to patch billions of lines of code in legacy systems. It explores the survivalist movement that stocked up on canned food and ammo, convinced that civilization would end when the calendar flipped.Crucially, the book addresses the modern misconception that Y2K was a hoax because "nothing happened." It argues that nothing happened precisely because $300 billion was spent fixing it. It is a fascinating case study in prevention paradox: when you successfully prevent a disaster, everyone assumes the danger was never real.

"The Roach of the Sea How the poor mans protein became a luxury meal" tells the improbable rags-to-riches story of the lobster. In 17th-century America, lobsters were so abundant they washed up on beaches in piles. They were considered "sea cockroaches," fit only for fertilizer, prisoners, and indentured servants. There were even laws forbidding masters from feeding lobster to their servants more than three times a week because it was cruel.Food historian Emily Cook tracks the transformation. With the advent of canning and railways, lobster could be shipped to inlanders who didnt know its reputation. Chefs rebranded it with butter and status.This book is a case study in perceived value. It illustrates how marketing and scarcity can flip an object from garbage to gold, proving that taste is often more about culture than flavor.

The factory owner expected them back by Monday. They did not come back. Instead, they stood outside the gates, arms locked, refusing to produce another unit until their demands were heard. Some strikes failed and broke the workers. Others succeeded and broke the system. All of them changed something.This book examines pivotal labor disputes throughout history. From the Match Girls of London to the Flint Sit-Down Strike, you will learn how ordinary workers with no individual power discovered that collective refusal was the only leverage they had. Some of these stories are triumphant. Others are tragedies. All are instructive.The Frozen Line is not nostalgia for a bygone era of labor militancy. It is a study of power dynamics that remain relevant. In every workplace, the question persists: who holds leverage, and what happens when those without it decide to create their own? The production line freezes. History moves.

Esse livro traz os primeiros jogos conhecidos do futebol brasileiro nos seus primórdios desde 1895 quando Charles Miller promoveu o primeiro encontro na Várzea do Carmo em São Paulo. Tem também o pri