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In this fast-paced world, technology and engineering are advancing at an unprecedented rate, changing the way we live, work and interact with the world. From self-driving cars to artificial intelligence, from biotechnology to space exploration, the possibilities seem endless. But with such a rapid pace of change, it can be difficult to keep up with the latest developments and understand the impact they will have on our lives."The Future of Technology:...
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Tigers, majestic and powerful creatures, have long captured the imagination of people around the world. As the largest of the big cats, these iconic predators are characterized by their distinctive orange fur adorned with dark stripes, making them instantly recognizable. With a reputation for strength, agility, and an innate sense of grace, tigers have held a revered status in various cultures, symbolizing both awe-inspiring beauty and fearsome prowess....
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In What Shall We Learn Today, Mrs.H?, I journey back to the wonder of seeing the world through a child's eyes, rediscovering the awe and simplicity often lost in adulthood. While my own childhood was unlike those I now write about, it has highlighted the importance of nurturing a childlike mindset, especially as a Christian. This book offers young readers a joyful exploration of faith, introducing them to Jesus in a way that is both delightful and...
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National Book Award finalist and two-time Newbery Honor-winning author Gary D. Schmidt recaptures the classic tale of one man's spiritual journey in this contemporary retelling of John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress, masterfully illustrated with watercolors by artist Barry Moser.Here again is the tale of Christian's epic trek from the City of Destruction to the Heavenly Palaces - of the pitfalls that threaten to waylay him and the graces that strengthen...
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For sixty years, the perceived elegance and idealism of the Kennedy presidency has come to be known as the era of Camelot. Like the fabled reference to another time, Frozen Camelot is the incredible story of how a little-known actor, Lawrence Hinsdale, became JFK's presidential double. We learn how the double was only used from time to time, simply waiving at crowds, but as time goes on, things progress into a much more dynamic role. In the end, we...
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The Cold War, a period marked by the stark division between the capitalist West and communist East, witnessed intense geopolitical maneuverings, covert operations, and ideological battles. Yet, among the most riveting episodes were the defections of high-ranking communist officers to the United States. "Cold War Defections of Communist Officers to the United States" offers an in-depth exploration into these dramatic escapes from the Iron Curtain and...
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Memoirs of a Zoo Keeper Think you know what it's like to be a zoo keeper? Think again! Dive into the laugh-out-loud world of several different zoo keepers who navigate the unexpected chaos and heartwarming moments of their daily lives. Get ready for a wild ride through the wonders (and occasional mishaps) of the animal kingdom. But this book is more than just funny anecdotes. It's a window into the fascinating intelligence and social lives of zoo...
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The Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union and their allies lasted from the late 1940s through the late 1980s. But the armed forces of the two superpowers met only through proxies. The primary front-line soldiers in the Cold War were diplomats, political leaders, and intelligence officers. David M. Bush was a career military analyst for the Central Intelligence Agency during the last decade and a half of the Cold War. This is a first-person...
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Many industries today are struggling and living the day-to-day pressures of doing reactive maintenance and want a structured framework approach on how to achieve a level of World Class Maintenance Management. This book is specifically written for that purpose. This will be the first of a series of books I wrote and still writing about the 12 disciplines of maintenance. Some highlights of this book include.
-Why Are Most Industries Reactive?
-Can Equipment...
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Embark on a captivating journey through time and culture with "God's Own Country: A Historical Odyssey of Kerala." This meticulously crafted book unveils the rich tapestry of Kerala's history, offering a comprehensive exploration of the state's evolution from ancient civilizations to the vibrant contemporary landscape.Spanning over millennia, this historical odyssey delves into the intricate chapters of Kerala's past, chronicling the rise and fall...
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Born in privation and civil war, divided by caste, class, language and religion, independent India emerged, somehow, as a united and democratic country. This remarkable book tells the full story--the pain and the struggle, the humiliations and the glories--of the world's largest and least likely democracy. Social historian Guha writes of the protests and conflicts that have peppered the history of free India, but also of the factors and processes...
14) The Real Guide to Teenage Depression Handling Teen Depression a Book About What Matters Most for Tee
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No matter how old you are, depression is one of the most common mental illnesses there is. Think of depression like the common cold, and you'll have some idea of just how often those around you suffer from bouts of what is far more than just "the blues." Depression affects children, teens, and adults alike. However, during the teen years, when major life changes are already creating tension, recognizing and dealing with depression can be even more...
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"Read this book and discover sex again, but from a scientific perspective, and see why it evolved. It's almost as much fun, and needs less energy."
- Peter Macinnis, author of 100 Discoveries: The Greatest Breakthroughs in History
"How Sex Works manages to inject science writing with the prurient thrill of a gossip rag."
-O magazine
Medical maverick and New York Times bestselling author of Survival of the Sickest Dr. Sharon Moalem presents...
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Anxiety is an ailment that affects a great number of human beings of all ages causing several impairments and disorders that can have many causes with stress being an important one. However, at the root of those causes, fear -the opposite of love - appears to be the most important source of anxiety. Christ, the son of God, when He came to this world as Jesus of Nazareth invited us not to be anxious at all in our daily lives because we have a loving...
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Die Einführung des Markennamens „Sensiplan", der den Namen „Sympto-Thermale Methode der Arbeitsgruppe NFP" ersetzt, spiegelt deutlich die Fortentwicklung der Natürlichen Familienplanung wider.
Die Methode „Sensiplan"
Effektive Empfängnisverhütung mit einem hohen Maß an Sicherheit
Gezielte Schwangerschaftsplanung bei Kinderwunsch
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Die Autorinnen und Autoren des Buchs sind am Puls der Zeit und haben...
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The book of Galatians is one of the letters of the Apostle Paul, written to the churches in the region of Galatia. The main theme of the book is the danger of legalism, which is the belief that salvation is achieved through adherence to rules and regulations, rather than through faith in Jesus Christ. Throughout the book, Paul emphasizes the importance of salvation through faith, and warns against the dangers of legalism.
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In 1903, a young woman sailed from India to Guiana as a "coolie", the British name for indentured laborers who replaced the newly emancipated slaves on sugar plantations all around the world. Pregnant and traveling alone, this woman, like so many coolies, disappeared into history. Now, in Coolie Woman, her great-granddaughter embarks on a journey into the past to find her.
Traversing three continents and trawling through countless colonial archives,...
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