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"Yet there was not the slightest sign of whimpering or discouragement. Ignorant of salt water as these men at that time were, they really represented about the finest raw material in the nation for this service."-William S. Sims, The Victory at SeaIn Victory at Sea (1921), Adm. William Sims, leader of the US Navy in Europe in World War I, and renowned historian Burton J. Hendrick teamed up to reveal the remarkable accomplishments of naval forces during the war. Eventually converted to a highly successful film, the book provides an exceptional piece of "living history" derived from Sims's personal experience.

What would you do if your husband was taken? Numb is a gripping and emotional tale of Azita's journey during the Iranian Revolution of 1979. As she fights to escape the grasp of the new Islamic Republic fundamentalists, Azita loses loved ones to the cruelty of those in power. This powerful story is filled with drama, tragedy, humor, and love, as Azita navigates a dangerous and uncertain world. Withheart-wrenching moments and moments of hope, Numb will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The greatest wonders of God in American history happened in the time of Charles Finney. This time was referred to as the "Second Great Awakening" and many cities and regions felt the supernatural works performed through him for decades. However, many did not know that behind this great man stood a fervent, loyal supporter who interceded for the success of Charles Finney's efforts. The book you now hold in your hands is the story of an incredibly anointed man by the name of Daniel Nash. He was a man of great vision, quiet by nature and extremely humble. He was best known as a mighty man in prayer for he prayed in ways that would make many uncomfortable. According to some researchers, he was Finney's secret ingredient. Charles Finney retired to the pastoral calling three or four months after the death of Daniel Nash. This is perhaps one of the most powerful stories on a prayer warrior ever recorded! It was difficult for me to find factual information on Daniel Nash as there were so much false information and confusion surrounding him. Did you know there were actually two great, godly men by the name of Father Nash? Yes, indeed, and I can prove it as I personally went to both gravesites in two separate cities and interviewed experts who knew. Unfortunately, some information had been credited to the wrong Father Nash, therefore giving confusing information to the public. I believe I have written the most accurate book on Charles Finney's Daniel Nash available. In this book, I have drawn many prophetic applications from the life and experiences of Father Nash that I hope will encourage you. My prayer is that this book will inspire other forerunners of revival to use their own fervent prayers to exponentially impact the world with the Gospel. That intercession would again open the way for another powerful awakening that this world has yet to see!Steve has written many books and has a special anointing to bring forth the deep truths of the Spirit, with a clarity and simplicity that draws one up into a closer walk and deeper relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ. His speaking engagements take him internationally. Steve's passion is reaching people through social media, conference speaking, and writing devotional books that draw the reader into the very presence of God. His latest devotional "He Leads Me Beside Still Waters: 50 Love Letters of Healing and Restoration from our Lord" is a special prophetic devotional where you will find Jesus in the pages of this book. Steve is a regular contributor to many prophetic publications including the Elijah List, Spirit Fuel and the Identity Network. His writings have been read worldwide by hundreds of thousands of people. He also has been interviewed by the Trinity Broadcasting Network and a few other TV programs. Steve's books, articles, and videos have touched countless lives around the world.

În 1859, a fost publicat¿ cartea de referin¿¿ a lui Charles Darwin despre originea speciilor prin selec¿ie natural¿, cu ideea revolüionar¿ c¿ toate speciile de pe P¿mânt sunt rezultatul unui proces evolutiv lent ¿i continü s¿ evolueze ca parte a luptei cunoscute ast¿zi sub numele de supravie¿uirea celui mai adaptat. Concluziile lui Darwin au fost rezultatul multor ani de observäii atente, dar s-au dovedit a fi controversate, deoarece au contestat dogmele religioase dominante ¿i au revolüionat în¿elegerea noastr¿ despre lumea din jurul nostru. În doar 50 de minute, ve¿i afla despre contribüiile lui Darwin ¿i Alfred Russel Wallace la biologie ¿i ve¿i în¿elege influen¿a major¿ pe care ideile lor au avut-o asupra gândirii ¿tiin¿ifice din secolul al XIX-lea. Aceast¿ carte simpl¿ ¿i informativ¿ ofer¿ o discüie am¿nun¿it¿ a ideilor din "Originea speciilor" ¿i a observäiilor pe care acestea s-au bazat. Include, de asemenea, biografii ale lui Darwin ¿i Wallace, o introducere valoroas¿ în contextul politic, social ¿i economic ¿i o evaluare a impactului teoriei evolüioniste, oferindu-v¿ toate informäiile esen¿iale despre dezvoltarea darwinismului.Despre teoria evolüiei a lui Darwin : Teoria evolüiei afirm¿ c¿ speciile nu sunt imuabile, äa cum sugereaz¿ creäionismul, ci sunt rezultatul unui proces lent de evolüie de la un str¿mö comun. Darwin a f¿cut observäiile care au pus bazele teoriei sale despre selec¿ia natural¿ în timpul c¿l¿toriei sale la bordul navei Beagle ¿i a petrecut urm¿torii 20 de ani perfec¿ionând-o în mod constant înainte de a-¿i publica cartea revolüionar¿.

Em 1859, o livro seminal de Charles Darwin Sobre a Origem das Espécies por Meios de Selecção Natural foi publicado e apresentou a ideia inovadora de que todas as espécies na Terra são o resultado de um lento processo de evolução e continuam a evoluir como parte da luta agora vulgarmente conhecida como a sobrevivência dos mais aptos. As conclusões de Darwin foram o fruto de muitos anos de observação cuidadosa, mas revelaram-se controversas porque desafiaram o dogma religioso dominante e revolucionaram a nossa compreensão do mundo que nos rodeia. Em apenas 50 minutos, aprenderá sobre as contribuições de Darwin e Alfred Russel Wallace para a biologia e compreenderá o grande impacto que as suas ideias tiveram no pensamento científico no século XIX. Este livro simples e informativo proporciona uma discussão aprofundada das ideias contidas em Sobre a Origem das Espécies e das observações em que elas se baseiam. Apresenta também biografias de Darwin e Wallace, uma introdução valiosa ao contexto político, social e económico e uma avaliação do impacto da teoria da evolução, dando-lhe toda a informação essencial sobre o desenvolvimento do darwinismo. Sobre a teoria da evolução de Darwin : A teoria da evolução postula que as espécies não são imutáveis, como implica o criacionismo, mas que são o resultado de um lento processo de evolução de um antepassado comum. Darwin fez as observações que lançaram as bases da sua teoria da selecção natural durante a sua viagem a bordo do Beagle, e trabalhou constantemente para as refinar durante os próximos 20 anos antes de publicar o seu livro revolucionário.

The Cruise of the Snark is a non-fictitious, represented book by Jack London chronicling his cruising experience across the south Pacific in his ketch the Snark. Going with London on this journey was his better half Charmian and a little group. London showed himself heavenly route and the fundamentals of cruising and of boats throughout this experience and portrays these subtleties to the peruser. During the journey they visited fascinating areas including the Solomon Islands and Hawaii. His first-individual records and photos give knowledge into these remote spots toward the start of the twentieth hundred years.

"Bis das Erstaunen sich in Bewunderung verwandelt"Genie, Wahnsinn, amour fou und ein legendäres Schiff: Sibylle Hallbergs biografische Miniaturen sind erzählerische Kleinode, die sich lesen wie Romane.Sie hat in diesem Band acht Leben versammelt, acht spannende Einblicke in die Welt bekannter Menschen, Ereignisse und Schöpfungen - von Shakespeare über van Gogh bis zur außergewöhnlichen Biografie der Viermastbark Peking.Es gilt für alle, dass "das Erstaunen sich in Bewunderung verwandelt" (Ambroise Vollard).Das ist echte Biografie.

The 'Iron Man of India', Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is considered as one of the founding fathers of the Republic of India who played a leading role in country's Struggle for Independence. After Independence, he influenced kings of various parts of the nation and consolidated their small kingdoms to contribute towards a 'United India'. Unique personalities like Sardar Patel are born once in a millennium to grace the motherland. In the honour of the 'Iron Man of India' - Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Gujarat government is going to build the 'Statue of Unity' at Sadhu Bet, a few miles away from the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the riverbed of Narmada. This will be the world's tallest statue and a tribute to the great patriot and architect of modern India.

Zwei Brüder, zwei Schicksale. Der ältere, Hans-Günther, aufgewachsen in der Nazi-Diktatur, ist begeisterter Anhänger Hitlers und lässt im Zweiten Weltkrieg als Soldat sein Leben für »Großdeutschland«. Der jüngere, Karl-Heinz, überlebt Krieg und alliierten Bombenhagel und zieht nach dem Untergang des Dritten Reiches in die USA, das Land der Freiheit. Hier wird er zum überzeugten Kosmopoliten und Pazifisten. Doch jetzt, gegen Ende seines Lebens, befällt Karl-Heinz Schoeps-Jensen beim Erinnern und Beschreiben der zwei so unterschiedlichen Bruder-Schicksale immer stärker die Furcht davor, dass die Vergangenheit zurückzukehren droht. Ist ein Wiederaufleben des Faschismus - diesmal in seiner Wahlheimat USA - wirklich so ausgeschlossen, wie er stets glaubte? Ihm wird bewusst: Was so weit weg schien, könnte wiederkehren in einem Amerika, in dem Donald Trump noch immer zahlreiche Anhänger hat.Im ersten Teil seiner Erinnerungen zeichnet Karl-Heinz Schoeps-Jensen das Leben seines Bruders anhand privater Dokumente nach - von der Kriegsschule in Potsdam und seinen Feldzügen als Leutnant und Oberleutnant in Frankreich, Jugoslawien und der Sowjetunion. Hans-Günther Schoeps stirbt im August 1943 im Alter von 24 Jahren bei Kämpfen in der Ukraine. Heute herrscht dort wieder Krieg, der beim 1935 geborenen jüngeren Bruder Karl-Heinz ­Schoeps-Jensen schlimme Erinnerungen weckt.Im zweiten Teil berichtet er ausführlich über den Bombenkrieg, den er am Rande des Ruhrgebiets erlebt, und die Nachkriegszeit. Sein Schlüsselerlebnis ist eine Begegnung mit einem deutschen Juden aus Essen, der mit einem Kindertransport nach England kam und nach dem Krieg als britischer Offizier die Schuldigen an der Ermordung seiner Familie vor Gericht bringt.Als junger Mann zieht Schoeps-Jensen in die USA und heiratet eine Amerikanerin, deren Vater gegen die Deutschen gekämpft hat. Deutsche Geschichte verarbeitet er in mehreren Büchern, im Mittelpunkt steht vor allem die Auseinandersetzung mit dem Nationalsozialismus. Jetzt erlebt er gegen Ende seines Lebens, wie die amerikanische Demokratie durch den Faschisten Donald Trump zu zerbrechen droht. Sein Lebenskreis scheint sich zu schließen: von Hitlers Deutschland zu Trumps Amerika.

"The oak fought the wind and was broken, the willow bent when it must and survived." -Robert JordanThis is the story of an oak and the willow within a single mother fighting for her position in life. Having come across so many experiences in life, I have learned to look into the eyes of the challenges and be prepared, not scared.Gender discrimination and workplace politics are two underlying evils of society. Even though two decades into the 21st century, we are still struggling in terms of establishing gender equity and justice. Coming from a military background and having served a great period of my life to the forces, I learned this the hard way that you cannot fight everything, but maybe 'YOU' can.My inspiration in writing this book is driven by my personal experiences; some I won, in some I learned. I realized this the harsher way that people, no matter how close they are, can be made to turn against you. In this course of life, you will fall, get bruises, lose friends, and face loneliness, but all you need to do is learn and grow from your shortcomings. Be stronger, braver, and the better version of yourself!

Schon als Kind packte ihn das Entdeckungsfieber. In Frankreichs Auftrag reist Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza durch Gabun, Angola, Algerien, in den Kongo, an die Ufer des Tanganjikasees und nach Sansibar. Brazza wird zum Nationalhelden. Als er später der brutalen Gewaltherrschaft der kolonialen Regimes begegnet, wird sein Bericht im Safe des Ministeriums weggesperrt.Brazza war der einzige der großen »Entdecker«, der nicht die Augen vor dem Unrecht verschloss. Patrick Deville reist auf seinen Spuren durchs Kongo-Becken, berichtet von den Zeitgenossen Livingston und Stanley, aber auch von Albert Schweitzer und seinem Klavier, von Patrice Lumumba, Joseph Conrad, Mobutu und besucht Humphrey Bogart am Set von »African Queen«.

¿Quiere leer sobre un presidente que tenía los pies en la tierra y hablaba claro?Harry S. Truman fue el 33º Presidente de Estados Unidos entre 1945 y 1953. Se le conoce por su firmeza y su voluntad de tomar decisiones sin consultar antes con los demás. También se le conoce por ser un hombre muy honesto; una vez dijo: "Nunca le he hecho la vida imposible a nadie. Sólo dije la verdad, y ellos pensaron que era el infierno".Harry S. Truman es recordado como uno de los grandes presidentes de Estados Unidos por multitud de razones, entre ellas su forma de hablar llana y su carácter decidido, como se vio en la convención demócrata de 1948. Allí ayudó a impulsar una plataforma que contribuiría a crear la moderna nación de Israel en un hecho histórico. Este reconocimiento de Israel como Estado independiente propio no tenía precedentes en la política internacional, y se atribuyó en gran medida a Harry S. Truman por su papel como presidente y como estadista al impulsar una medida tan audaz a pesar de la resistencia de múltiples fuentes.Esta biografía cuenta la historia de uno de los presidentes más interesantes de Estados Unidos de una forma atractiva. Si quieres aprender más sobre la historia de Estados Unidos, o si simplemente te interesa leer una buena biografía, este libro es perfecto para ti.

¿Quiere conocer la historia de uno de los inventores más importantes de la historia de Estados Unidos?Thomas Edison es conocido como uno de los inventores más prolíficos de la historia de Estados Unidos. Desarrolló y patentó muchos dispositivos que cambiaron nuestra forma de vida actual. Esta biografía cuenta su asombrosa historia, desde sus primeros días como inventor, pasando por su trabajo en el desarrollo de la bombilla y el fonógrafo, hasta sus últimos años como científico y hombre de negocios.Thomas Edison fue un genio inventor y científico estadounidense que creó algunos de los inventos más revolucionarios de la historia. Conocido como el "Mago de Menlo Park", tenía a su nombre la cifra récord de 1.093 patentes estadounidenses y se le atribuía la invención de la primera bombilla eléctrica, el fonógrafo y la primera cámara cinematográfica. Sus inventos revolucionaron el modo de vida y cambiaron el mundo para siempre.También contribuyó a los avances en la generación y distribución de electricidad, las tecnologías mineras, la ingeniería química, la telegrafía, la grabación de sonido, los dispositivos de comunicación y los motores eléctricos. A los 10 años empezó a trabajar como vendedor de periódicos en un tren para ayudar a su familia a llegar a fin de mes, pero acabó convirtiéndose en uno de los mayores innovadores de todos los tiempos en campos que van desde la tecnología a los negocios. Su impacto en la vida moderna es innegable.La vida de Edison es una auténtica historia de la pobreza a la riqueza, y este libro lo relata todo. Si le interesan los inventos, los negocios o simplemente quiere leer una gran biografía, este libro es para usted.

Do you want to read about a president who was down-to-earth and spoke plainly?Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States, serving from 1945-1953. He is known for his decisiveness and his willingness to make decisions without consulting with others first. He is also known for being a very honest man - he once said, "I never gave anybody hell. I just told the truth, and they thought it was hell."Harry S. Truman is remembered as one of America's great presidents for a multitude of reasons, including his plain speaking and determined nature seen at the 1948 Democratic convention. There, he helped to push through a platform that would help to create the modern nation of Israel in an historic move. This recognition of Israel being its own independent state was unprecedented in international politics -- and it was largely attributed to Harry S. Truman for his role as both a president and a statesman in pushing for such a bold move despite resistance from multiple sources.This biography tells the story of one of America's most interesting presidents in an engaging way. If you want to learn more about American history, or if you are simply interested in reading a good biography, then this book is perfect for you.

¿Quiere aprender de los mejores?Sócrates es uno de los filósofos más conocidos y respetados de la historia. En este libro podrá mantener conversaciones con él como si aún estuviera vivo. Conocerá su vida, sus enseñanzas y cómo cambió para siempre el curso de la filosofía.Sócrates fue uno de los filósofos más famosos de Atenas. A pesar de dejar muy pocas obras escritas, su influencia sigue viva. Era conocido por entablar conversaciones con sus alumnos, a los que solía hacer preguntas que a menudo eran incapaces de responder. Sócrates les animaba a utilizar y desarrollar su propia capacidad de pensamiento crítico para encontrar respuestas y formarse sus propias opiniones sobre el mundo que les rodeaba. Aunque han pasado muchos siglos desde su muerte, sus lecciones de vida siguen vigentes en nuestra sociedad actual. Su legado puede observarse a través de los muchos filósofos que nos rodean hoy en día y que deben recordar llevar esas conversaciones con filósofos muertos como Sócrates a través de los muros del tiempo, viviendo activamente su antigua sabiduría y transmitiéndola a las generaciones más jóvenes.Este libro está repleto de sabiduría que puedes aplicar a tu propia vida. No importa quién seas ni a qué te dediques: en estas páginas hay algo para todos. Si busca una forma de superarse a sí mismo, no busque más: Sócrates: la biografía de un filósofo de Atenas y sus lecciones de vida - Conversaciones con filósofos muertos.

The deeply moving memoir of an award-winning war correspondent turned activist--and her rousing defense of human rights in times of resurgent authoritarianism. As a broadcast journalist for Sky News and Al Jazeera, Sherine Tadros was trained to tell only the facts, as dispassionately as possible. But how can you remain neutral when reporting from war zones, or witnessing brutal state repression? For twenty-six years, Tadros grew up in the quiet surroundings of her family's London home, and yet injustice was something her Egyptian immigrant parents could never shelter her from. From her first journalistic assignment trapped inside a war zone in the Gaza Strip, to covering the Arab uprisings that changed the course of history, Tadros searched for ways to make a difference in people's lives. But it wasn't until her fiancé left her on their wedding day, and her life fell apart, that she found the courage to find her true purpose. It was the beginning of a journey leading to her current work for Amnesty International at the United Nations, where she lobbies governments to ensure that human rights are protected around the world. With the compassion and verve of a clear-sighted campaigner and a natural storyteller, Tadros shares her remarkable journey from witnessing injustice to fighting it head-on in the corridors of power.

In the 1960s, a young American president helped initiate the civil rights movement, captured the imagination of a nation with the establishment of the Peace Corps, launched the space age, nurtured the birth of the computer/digital age, and began the escalation of a war in Southeast Asia that exacted a horrific toll on the lives and emotions of his countrymen.Sheltered by the foothills of the White Mountains from the world events swirling around it, Dartmouth College resplendently approached 1969-the 200th anniversary of its founding as a school for Native Americans. As the smallest of the Ivy League schools, it was known for its dedication to a rigorous undergraduate education, its isolation from urban centers and sports prowess, and the intriguing manifestations of its all-male culture.In Days of Splendor, Hours like Dreams, author and 1967 Dartmouth College graduate Charles "Chuck" A. Hobbie offers a detailed, frank, and unpretentious memoir. Hobbie remembers the splendor and the fullness of his undergraduate days in the last decade of Dartmouth's all-male culture. He recounts the minutiae of his courses; friendships with classmates; his dates; and the faculty; academic, social, musical, and sporting events; the extraordinary beauty of the college's location; and his evolving affection for the remarkable school where hours passed like dreams.

In 1966 boys went to Vietnam because it was their duty to do so. Some fought, some supported the fighters. All knew danger because there were no front lines in Vietnam. Sleep sometimes was interrupted by incoming mortars. Days were often jarred by grenades tossed into bars or claymore mines planted beneath picnic tables. Bill Upton served as an airplane crew chief flying out of the resort city of Vung Tau. He survived the war and was changed by it. Pizza & Mortars: Ba-muoi-ba & Body Bags is about coming of age in a war zone.

Gandhi Ji had achieved dexterity in all virtues of management on the basis of his study and experiences. Every thing and thought given by Gandhi Ji is an indication of this fact-be that message, dress, life style, way of conversation or the answers to the burning questions in society. Management Guru is clearly visible in every talk and act of Gandhi Ji. He achieved every goal that he set before himself. Achieving the decided goals without obstacles is "management skill". In this book, the policies of Gandhi Ji have been explained in the contemporary context. It is a wonderful book that can give a new pinnacle and success to your industry, service and every field of your life.

Rishi Sunak has already carved a niche for himself in history books by becoming the youngest British Prime Minister in 200 years and the first of Indian origin. But how much do you know about the new Prime Minister's roots? Research into Rishi's family history reveals an amazing tale of immigration and cultural exchange, set against the backdrop of British colonialism in Asia and Africa. Carrying his heritage forward, Rishi proudly identifies himself as British Indian.So what is his history? Seven years. That's all it took for Sunak to rise to the top of British politics. SUNAK'S IS A TRULY ASTONISHING POLITICAL STORY. Professor Gopal Sharma's book is a journey starting from the 1930s when Rishi's grandparents reached East Africa from Punjab and his father was born in 1949. From Gujranwala (India) to Leicester (England) the family reached in the 1960s.One of their goals was providing their sons and daughter the best possible education. Rishi's rise from his mother's pharmacy to the best schools, to the University of Oxford, and to Stanford University where he met the daughter of Infosys chairman is a saga worth preserving. In 2015, Rishi was elected Conservative MP for Richmond, Yorkshire. At the age of thirty-nine, he was Chancellor of the Exchequer. His yeoman service during the pandemic saved lives and he became the most popular Tory minister. This is the story of how he won the hearts and minds of his people and on the auspicious Diwali day he won the Tory contest to make history as Britain's first Indian-origin PM. The tale of the Rise of Rishi Sunak is told in ten chapters with fervor and élan to make the readers exclaim: That which we are, we are!

Lord Timothy Dexter, the fortunate cynic, has made a mark in history with his many outrageous business ventures. From exporting coal to Newcastle and bed warmers to the tropics, he seemed destined to find success regardless of what endeavor he set out on. But beyond these quirky scruples and perhaps questionable assets, Lord Timothy was also known for his kind heart. He found stray cats all around federalist Newburyport, Massachusetts, and sent them all off to the Caribbean as part of a grand mission he had set out for himself - garnering quite a stir in the process! He even published a novel featuring his own semiliterate and grammatically lacking stories. His book's surprising popularity earned it eight re-prints and helped make Lord Timothy an unforgettable American folk hero of sorts, with all his eccentric behavior and surprisingly successful ventures reminding us to never underestimate true audacity and ambition. Immerse yourself in the incredible story of Lord Timothy Dexter and his brilliant rise to success! Uncover how he found the prestigious title of "Lord" within a short span. This book also includes an exciting bonus book he wrote - "A Pickle for The Knowing Ones", so you can completely immerse yourself into his extraordinary world. So don't wait any longer - turn those pages now as you have found the best book written on Lord Timothy Dexter available!

Growing Up Mad in the South is set in Atlanta, GA, during the 1950s and '60s, when racism, sexism, and personal salvation were lurking behind "Well bless your heart." Diagnosed with schizophrenia at age 17, the Mad narrator struggles with both her aberrant senses and righteous anger at a society that fails to value everyone. From a toddler learning language to an adolescent trying on love, she flowers into a creative adult who finds grace writing for a literary magazine in an all-girls college. With a widowed Methodist mother and a protective, Hard-Shell Baptist Granny, the narrator's upbringing is shaped by the lyrics of gospel music. Bonnie Schell manages to confront "Should," "Keep Quiet," and "White Only" with lyricism and laughter.

Years ago, I watched younger people than I asking questions about some things I had considered established facts. I wondered why they did not know this or that. Then, I realized they did not know because they had not been told. I decided right then and there, when I retired, I would write a book to enlighten these young minds with some words of wisdom from the past. I have assembled some stories from my life that will inform you. Some will entertain you. Others will make you laugh. Some will make you cry. Some will make you laugh so hard you will cry. And even some of our ancestry is very interesting. As you read each story, I hope you will look forward to what I might say next! It is my sincere hope that you enjoy reading this book as much as I have enjoyed writing it.