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Mike Hayes

Never Enough : A Navy Seal Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning

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In Never Enough , Mike Hayes―former Commander of SEAL Team TWO―helps readers apply high-stakes lessons about excellence, agility, and meaning across their personal and professional lives.Mike Hayes has lived a lifetime of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. He has been held at gunpoint and threatened with execution. He’s jumped out of a building rigged to explode, helped amputate a teammate’s leg, and made countless split-second life-and-death decisions. He’s written countless emails to his family, telling them how much he loves them, just in case those were the last words of his they’d ever read. Outside of the SEALs, he’s run meetings in the White House Situation Room, negotiated international arms treaties, and developed high-impact corporate strategies.Over his many years of leadership, he has always strived to be better, to contribute more, and to put others first. That’s what makes him an effective leader, and it’s the quality that he’s identified in all of the great leaders he’s encountered. That continual striving to lift those around him has filled Mike’s life with meaning and purpose, has made him secure in the knowledge that he brings his best to everything he does, and has made him someone others can rely on.In Never Enough , Mike Hayes recounts dramatic stories and offers battle- and boardroom-tested advice that will motivate readers to do work of value, live lives of purpose, and stretch themselves to reach their highest potential.

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Sun Tzu, Gerald A. Michaelson

Sun Tzu : The Art of War for Managers - 50 Strategic Rules

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Learn the strategic rules of Sun Tzu and how to incorporate them into your management style.In this translation of The Art of War readers will benefit from the interpretations from other translators and strategist, as well as the 50 strategic rules, including:How to look for strategic turns to meet the competitionHow to attain strategic superiority and crush the competitionHow to plan surprise and stay ahead of the gameAnd more timeless wisdom that will allow you to compete and win in the dynamic business environment!Business managers around the world have tapped into this ancient wisdom; it is time to master The Art of War for Managers for the existence and growth of your business!

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Rashid I. Khalidi

The Hundred Years' War on Palestine : A History of Settler Colonial Conquest and Resistance

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Shortlisted for the 2020 Cundill History Prize'Riveting and original ... a work enriched by solid scholarship, vivid personal experience, and acute appreciation of the concerns and aspirations of the contending parties in this deeply unequal conflict ' Noam ChomskyThe twentieth century for Palestine and the Palestinians has been a century of denial: denial of statehood, denial of nationhood and denial of history. The Hundred Years War on Palestine is Rashid Khalidi's powerful response. Drawing on his family archives, he reclaims the fundamental right of any people: to narrate their history on their own terms.Beginning in the final days of the Ottoman Empire, Khalidi reveals nascent Palestinian nationalism and the broad recognition by the early Zionists of the colonial nature of their project. These ideas and their echoes defend Nakba - the Palestinian term for the establishment of the state of Israel - the cession of the West Bank and Gaza to Jordan and Egypt, the Six Day War and the occupation. Moving through these critical moments, Khalidi interweaves the voices of journalists, poets and resistance leaders with his own accounts as a child of a UN official and a resident of Beirut during the 1982 seige. The result is a profoundly moving account of a hundred-year-long war of occupation, dispossession and colonialisation.

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Graham Allison

Destined for War : can America and China escape Thucydides' Trap?

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Destined for War highlights the possibility of conflict between the US and China. This book is a great read for anyone interested in international politics and history. Graham Allison provides insights into Thucydides's Trap and offers suggestions for avoiding disastrous consequences. Readers will appreciate the uncanny parallels Allison draws between past and current events.

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Ian McEwan

Atonement : Vintage 21 edition

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"Atonement" is perfect for readers who enjoy complex character development. The book delves deep into themes of love, guilt, betrayal, and redemption. The story is set in the 1930s and follows the lives of three individuals who's lives are irrevocably changed in a single day. The book is beautifully written, and the emotions of the characters are palpable to the reader. This book will leave you thinking about the choices we make, and how they impact our lives and those around us. Highly recommended for those who enjoy literary fiction.

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Boris Pasternak

Doctor Zhivago (Vintage Classic Russians Series) : Boris Pasternak

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Doctor Zhivago is the epic novel of Russia in the throes of revolution and one of the greatest love stories ever told. Yuri Zhivago, physician and poet, wrestles with cruel experience of the new order and the changes it has wrought in him, and is torn between love for his wife and family, and the passionate, beautiful Lara.Banned in the Soviet Union until 1988, Doctor Zhivago was nonetheless published covertly in Russian by the CIA and translated into many languages. In 1958 Pasternak was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.The Vintage Classic Russians Series: Published for the 100th anniversary of the 1917 Russian Revolution, these are must-have, beautifully designed editions of six epic masterpieces that have survived controversy, censorship and suppression to influence decades of thought and artistic expression.

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Anthony Doerr

All the Light We Cannot See

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Marie-Laure lives in Paris near the Museum of Natural History, where her father works. When she is twelve, the Nazis occupy Paris and father and daughter flee to the walled citadel of Saint-Malo, where Marie-Laure’s reclusive great uncle lives in a tall house by the sea. With them they carry what might be the museum’s most valuable and dangerous jewel.In a mining town in Germany, Werner Pfennig, an orphan, grows up with his younger sister, enchanted by a crude radio they find that brings them news and stories from places they have never seen or imagined. Werner becomes an expert at building and fixing these crucial new instruments and is enlisted to use his talent to track down the resistance. Deftly interweaving the lives of Marie-Laure and Werner, Doerr illuminates the ways, against all odds, people try to be good to one another.From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, the stunningly beautiful instant New York Times bestseller about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.An alternate cover for this ISBN can be found here

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Cornelius Ryan

Longest Day - The Classic Epic Of D Day

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Uno de los libros mas amenos, sugestivos y conmovedores que se han escrito sobre la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Una obra maestra en la que conocemos a los personajes que intervinieron en la hazana mas decisiva de la guerra, que es lo que pensaban los soldados de ambos bandos, cual era su estado de animo y como lucharon aquel 6 de junio de 1944.

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Adolf Hitler

Mein Kampf

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This book is not recommended due to its deeply hateful and harmful content. We do not condone the promotion of Nazi ideology or hate speech.

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Chris Cleave

Everyone Brave Is Forgiven

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The breathtaking new novel set during the Blitz by the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of the reader and bookseller favourite, "Little Bee." As World War Two begins, Mary--a newly qualified teacher in London, left behind to teach the few children not evacuated--meets Tom, a school official. They quickly fall in love, but this is not a simple love story. . . . Moving from Blitz-torn London to the Siege of Malta, this is an epic story of love, loss, prejudice and incredible courage.

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Amitav Ghosh

The Glass Palace

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The acclaimed author of The Calcutta Chromosome and The Shadow Lines has burst out on to the big stage with a major saga on that hidden country, Burma.Rajkumar is only another boy, helping on a market stall in the dusty square outside the royal palace, when the British force the Burmese King, Queen and all the Court into exile. He is rescued by the far-seeing Chinese merchant, and with him builds up a logging business in upper Burma. But haunted by his vision of the Royal Family, he journeys to the obscure town in India where they have been exiled.The picture of the tension between the Burmese, the Indian and the British, is excellent. Among the great range of characters are one of the court ladies, Miss Dolly, whom he marries: and the redoubtable Jonakin, part of the British-educated Indian colony, who with her husband has been put in charge of the Burmese exiled court.The story follows the fortunes – rubber estates in Malaya, businesses in Singapore, estates in Burma – which Rajkumar, with his Chinese, British and Burmese relations, friends and associates, builds up – from 1870 through the Second World War to the scattering of the extended family to New York and Thailand, London and Hong Kong in the post-war years.Librarian's note: See alternate cover edition of ISBN 0007427468 here.

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Ian McEwan

Atonement (Vintage War) Exp

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On the hottest day of the summer of 1935, thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis sees her sister Cecilia strip off her clothes and plunge into the fountain in the garden of their country house. Watching her is Robbie Turner, her childhood friend who, like Cecilia, has recently come down from Cambridge. By the end of that day, the lives of all three will have been changed forever. Robbie and Cecilia will have crossed a boundary they had not even imagined at its start, and will have become victims of the younger girl's imagination. Briony will have witnessed mysteries, and committed a crime for which she will spend the rest of her life trying to atone.

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Sun Tzu, Norman Stone

Sun Tzu, The Art of War

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If you're navigating complex challenges, "The Art of War" is invaluable. Its age-old tactics transcend the battlefield, offering wisdom for anyone facing a competitive situation. The commentary in this edition clarifies the cryptic text, making it accessible. It's a guide to outmaneuvering obstacles with strategic thinking and minimal conflict, perfect for thought leaders and strategists alike.

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Timeri N. Murari

The Taliban Cricket Club

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Rukhsana is a spirited young journalist who works for the Kabul Daily in Afghanistan. She takes care of her ill, widowed mother and her younger brother, Jahan. But then Rukhsana is summoned to appear at the infamous Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice, and their quiet and tenuous way of life is shattered.There, the malevolent minister, Zorak Wahidi, announces that the Taliban has found a new way to pursue the diplomatic respect it has long been denied: cricket. On the world stage of sports, the Taliban will prove they are a fair and just society. Rukhsana and several other journalists are to report that a tournament will be held to determine who will play for Afghanistan. Anyone can put together a team. Women are forbidden to play. The winners will travel to Pakistan to train, then go on to represent Afghanistan around the world.Rukhsana knows that this is a shameful, and deeply surreal, idea. The Taliban will never embrace a game rooted in civility, fairness, and equality, with no tolerance for violence or cheating. And no one in Afghanistan even knows how to play the game.Except for Rukhsana.This could be a way to get her cousins and her brother out of Afghanistan for good. But before she can organize a team, the terrifying Wahidi demands her hand in marriage. He finds her both exciting and infuriating, and wants to control her unruly, willful nature. The union would be her prison, stripping away what few freedoms she has left under Taliban rule and forcing her away from her family. Not marrying Wahidi, however, might mean her death. Her family rallies around her, willing to do anything to protect her, even if it means imprisonment or worse.But Rukhsana realizes that Wahidi may have given her a way out, too. With the help of her loyal, beloved brother and cousins, she forms her own cricket team and sets about teaching them how to win their freedom-with a bat and a ball. Inspired by the Taliban's actual and unprecedented promotion of cricket in 2000 in an attempt to gain acceptance in the global community, internationally bestselling author Murari weaves a riveting story of strength, hope, and soaring human triumph that proves no tyranny is ever absolute in the face of love. (front flap)

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Mitchel Scanlon

Descent Of Angels

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This book is a great choice for fans of military science fiction, and for those wanting to dive deeper into the history and lore of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The most unique aspect of this book is its exploration of the early years of the Dark Angels Legion and their Primarch, providing context and backstory that is integral to the overall narrative of the Horus Heresy series. Overall, Descent Of Angels is a gripping and emotional read that will appeal to both fans of the series and newcomers alike.

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Ooi Kee Beng

Chinese Strategists - Beyond Sun Zi's Art Of War

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The two Chinese classics that this volume consists of Wu Zi's 'Art of War' and 'Conversations with Tang Taizong' were written a thousand years apart. However, the latter carries regular references to the former, and the principles of warfare, leadership, strategy and organisation were themes eagerly discussed throughout Chinese history. Even a cursory reading of these books provides ample reasons why General Wu Zi, who lived in the earlier part of the Warring States period (475-221 BC) never lost a battle in his life, and why Emperor Taizong managed to found the long-lasting Tang Dynasty (AD 618-906) that southern Chinese still proudly refer to as the basis of their culture. Today, centuries later, these master strategists still overwhelm us with their insights and words of wisdom.

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James Fenimore Cooper

The Last of the Mohicans

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Knygoje pasakojama apie indėnų kovas su baltaisiais užkariautojais. Tai tikrais faktais pagrįstas kūrinys apie garsiuosius indėnus Čingačguką ir jo sūnų Unką, baltąjį medžiotoją Sakalo Akį, kupiną nuotykių gyvenimą ir likimą XIX amžiaus pradžios Amerikoje.Lietuviški knygos leidimai:+ Šviesa (1984)+ Alka (1998)+ Alma littera (2007)Paskutinis Mohikanas t.p. publikuotas dvejose knygose:+ Knyga (1991), dalis 1+ Knyga (1991), dalis 2

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Hiroshi Sakurazaka, Alexander O. Smith

All You Need Is Kill

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There’s one thing worse than dying. It’s coming back to do it again and again… When the alien Gitai invade, Keiji Kiriya is just one of many raw recruits shoved into a suit of battle armor and sent out to kill. Keiji dies on the battlefield, only to find himself reborn each morning to fight and die again and again. On the 158th iteration though, he sees something different, something out of place: the female soldier known as the Bitch of War. Is the Bitch the key to Keiji’s escape, or to his final death?

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George Friedman

The Next 100 Years : A Forecast for the 21st Century

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This book offers a captivating and thought-provoking look into the future, providing a forecast of the changes that will shape our world in the 21st century. With a focus on geopolitics and historical patterns, George Friedman takes readers on a journey through future wars, shifts in global power, technological advancements, and even a Golden Age for the United States. If you're curious about what lies ahead and want to gain a better understanding of how our world might change, this book is a must-read. It's a captivating glimpse into the future's geopolitical landscape that will leave you contemplating the possibilities that lie ahead.

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Anuk Arudpragasam

The Story of a Brief Marriage

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"The Story of a Brief Marriage" deeply immerses you in the raw reality of life during wartime. Its beauty lies in how it captures the fleeting moments of connection and humanity between two strangers thrust into an arranged marriage amidst chaos. The prose is meditative and nuanced, and it is impossible not to be moved by the characters' search for understanding in a world that seems to be falling apart around them. If you're drawn to novels that make you ponder the human condition, this book's quiet intensity and emotional depth will stay with you long after you turn the last page.

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Philip Jeyaretnam

Abraham's Promise

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If you've ever felt the pull of nostalgia or the weight of time, "Abraham's Promise" can speak to you. It's not just a voyage through Singapore's formative years; it's an intimate exploration of personal growth, loss, and redemption. Abraham Isaac's journey will resonate with anyone who's looked back on life's turning points with both fondness and regret. Engaging with history on a deeply human level, this story might just redefine how you view progress, be it personal or societal.

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Evelyn Waugh

Put Out More Flags

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What happened to the characters of DECLINE AND FALL and VILE BODIES when the war broke out? PUT OUT MORE FLAGS shows them adjusting to the changing social pattern of the times. Some of them play a valorous part; others, like the scapegrace Basil Sea, disclose their incorrigible habit of self-preservation in all circumstances. Basil's contribution to the war effort involves the use of his peculiar talents in such spheres of opportunity as the Ministry of Information and an obscure section of Military Security - adventures which incite Evelyn Waugh to another pungent satire upon the coteries of Mayfair.

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Joy Kogawa

Obasan

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Joy Kogawa, a superbly gifted poet and writer, is a Nisei, the child of Japanese immigrant parents. Obasan, her first novel, recovers the truth about what happened to her, her family, and her people in Canada during the Second World War.

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Evan Wright

Generation Kill

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Another nameless town, another target for First Recon. It's only five in the afternoon, but a sandtorm has plunged everything into a hellish twilight of murky, red dust. On rooftops, in alleyways lurk militiamen with machine guns, AK rifles and the odd rocket-propelled grenade. Artillery bombardment has shattered the town's sewers and rubble is piled up in lagoons of human excrement. It stinks. Welcome to Iraq...First Recon are the special forces of the US Marine Corps, a lean, mean fighting machine trained to perfection and spoiling for action. This is their story as they spearhead the blitzkrieg on Iraq - a story of extreme bravery, borderline lunacy, touching camaraderie and breathtaking violence on the road to Baghdad.First Recon's thankless task is to race ahead of the main coalition forces to spring enemy ambushes, earning them the nickname 'First Suicide Battalion'. Generation Kill allows an intimate look at how people fighting in war actually experience it, as the voices of soldiers on the front line are heard for the first time.

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Hillary Jordan

Mudbound - A Novel

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Mudbound's complex characters tackle racism and trauma. A gripping page-turner.

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Martin Amis

The Zone of Interest

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This book delves into the complexities of human relationships amidst the backdrop of the Holocaust. It explores the psychological aspects of characters in the story, and how they react in the face of personal struggles, societal expectations, and the larger-scale horrors that are unfolding around them. The book is recommended for those who are interested in historical fiction and examining the complexities of human nature.

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Erik Prince

Civilian Warriors : The Inside Story of Blackwater and the Unsung Heroes of the War on Terror

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No company in our time has been as mysterious or as controversial as Blackwater. Founded by former Navy SEAL Erik Prince in 1997, it recruited special forces veterans and others with the skills and courage to take on the riskiest security jobs in the world. As its reputation grew, government demand for its services escalated, and Blackwater's men eventually completed nearly one hundred thousand missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Both the Bush and Obama administrations found the company indispensible. It sounds like a classic startup success story, except for one problem: Blackwater has been demonized around the world. From uninformed news coverage to grossly distorted fictional portrayals, Blackwater employees have been smeared as mercenaries, profiteers, jackbooted thugs, and worse. Because of the secrecy requirements of Blackwater's contracts with the Pentagon, the State Department, and the CIA, Prince was unable to speak out when his company's opponents spread false information. But now he's able to tell the full and often shocking story of Blackwater's rise and fall. In Civilian Warriors, Prince pulls no punches and spares no details. He explains his original goal of building an elite center for military and law enforcement training. He recounts how the company shifted gears after 9/11. He honors our troops while challenging the Pentagon's top leadership. And he reveals why highly efficient private military contractors have been essential to running our armed forces, since long before Blackwater came along. Above all, Prince debunks myths about Blackwater that spread while he was forced to remain silent-myths that tarnished the memory of men who gave their lives for their country but never got the recognition they deserved.He reveals new information about some of the biggest controversies of the War on Terror, including:• The true story of the Nisour Square massacre in Baghdad.• The actual details of Blackwater's so-called impunity in Iraq.• The events leading up to the televised deaths of Blackwater contractors in Fallujah.

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Shaun Walker

The Long Hangover : Putin's New Russia and the Ghosts of the Past

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In The Long Hangover , Shaun Walker presents a deeply reported, bottom-up explanation of Russia's resurgence under Putin. By cleverly exploiting the memory of the Soviet victory over fascism in World War II, Putin's regime has made ordinary Russians feel that their country is great again. Walker not only explains Putin's goals and the government's official manipulations of history, but also focuses on ordinary Russians and their motivations. He charts how Putin raised victory in WWII to the status of a national founding myth in the search for a unifying force to heal a divided country, and shows how dangerous the ramifications of this have been. This book explores why Russia, unlike Germany, has failed to come to terms with the darkest pages of its Stalin's purges, the Gulag, and the war deportations. The narrative roams from the corridors of the Kremlin to the wilds of the Gulags and the trenches of East Ukraine. It puts the annexation of Crimea and the newly assertiveRussia in the context of the delayed fallout of the Soviet collapse. The Long Hangover looks to a lost the millions of Russians who lost their country and the subsequent attempts to restore to them a sense of purpose.

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Conn Iggulden

Emperor - The Blood Of Gods

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Recommended for fans of ancient Rome and historical fiction. "Emperor - The Blood Of Gods" provides a breathtaking account of Julius Caesar's assassination and Octavian's calculated pursuit of revenge against the traitors, especially Brutus. The book is filled with battle scenes and political intrigue that will keep readers engaged till the end.

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Conn Iggulden

Bones of the Hills

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"Bones of the Hills" offers readers an immersive experience into the world of Genghis Khan and his epic conquests. The book's unique feature is its ability to perfectly balance entertaining storytelling with historical accuracy. Readers will be drawn in by the complex relationships and interactions Genghis has with his family and trusted advisers. The book's intense battle scenes and exploration of new territories will keep readers on their toes and leave them craving for more. A must-read for historical fiction fans.

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George R.R. Martin

A Storm of Swords: Part 1 Steel and Snow (Reissue)

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Recommended for fans of complex world-building, political intrigue, and unpredictable plot twists. Martin's writing is vivid and intricate, allowing readers to truly immerse themselves in the world of Westeros. A unique feature of this book is its multiple perspectives, offering a multifaceted understanding of the events and characters.

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Thomas C. Schelling

The Strategy of Conflict : With a New Preface by the Author

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This book is ideal for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of strategic thinking and conflict resolution. Schelling proposes a new way of looking at negotiations, war, and criminal deterrence, showing enlightening similarities between these seemingly disparate situations. This book offers insights into human psychology and helps readers understand why we behave the way we do in certain situations, making it a must-read for anyone looking to improve their negotiation skills or enhance their knowledge of game theory.

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Téa Obreht

The Tiger's Wife

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Weaving a brilliant latticework of family legend, loss, and love, Téa Obreht, the youngest of The New Yorker’s twenty best American fiction writers under forty, has spun a timeless novel that will establish her as one of the most vibrant, original authors of her generation.In a Balkan country mending from years of conflict, Natalia, a young doctor, arrives on a mission of mercy at an orphanage by the sea. By the time she and her lifelong friend Zóra begin to inoculate the children there, she feels age-old superstitions and secrets gathering everywhere around her. Secrets her outwardly cheerful hosts have chosen not to tell her. Secrets involving the strange family digging for something in the surrounding vineyards. Secrets hidden in the landscape itself.But Natalia is also confronting a private, hurtful mystery of her the inexplicable circumstances surrounding her beloved grandfather’s recent death. After telling her grandmother that he was on his way to meet Natalia, he instead set off for a ramshackle settlement none of their family had ever heard of and died there alone. A famed physician, her grandfather must have known that he was too ill to travel. Why he left home becomes a riddle Natalia is compelled to unravel. Grief struck and searching for clues to her grandfather’s final state of mind, she turns to the stories he told her when she was a child. On their weeklytrips to the zoo he would read to her from a worn copy of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, which he carried with him everywhere; later, he told her stories of his own encounters over many years with “the deathless man,” a vagabond who claimed to be immortal and appeared never to age. But the most extraordinary story of all is the one her grandfather never told her, the one Natalia must discover for herself. One winter during the Second World War, his childhood village was snowbound, cut off even from the encroaching German invaders but haunted by another, fierce a tiger who comes ever closer under cover of darkness. “These stories,” Natalia comes to understand, “run like secret rivers through all the other stories” of her grandfather’s life. And it is ultimately within these rich, luminous narratives that she will find the answer she is looking for.

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Kathryn Harrison

Joan of Arc : A Life Transfigured

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The profoundly inspiring and fully documented saga of Joan of Arc, the young peasant girl whose "voices" moved her to rally the French nation and a reluctant king against British invaders in 1428, has fascinated artistic figures as diverse as William Shakespeare, Mark Twain, Voltaire, George Bernard Shaw, Bertolt Brecht, Carl Dreyer, and Robert Bresson. Was she a divinely inspired saint? A schizophrenic? A demonically possessed heretic, as her persecutors and captors tried to prove?Every era must retell and reimagine the Maid of Orleans's extraordinary story in its own way, and in Joan of Arc: A Life Transfigured, the superb novelist and memoirist Kathryn Harrison gives us a Joan for our time—a shining exemplar of unshakable faith, extraordinary courage, and self-confidence during a brutally rigged ecclesiastical inquisition and in the face of her death by burning. Deftly weaving historical fact, myth, folklore, artistic representations, and centuries of scholarly and critical interpretation into a compelling narrative, she restores Joan of Arc to her rightful position as one of the greatest heroines in all of human history.

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Don Winslow

The Cartel

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"The Cartel" could be a great read for anyone interested in crime fiction, especially drug wars. With a story that spans continents and is filled with violence, this book is not for the faint of heart. However, Winslow's writing is gripping and will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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Eleanor Roosevelt, Anne Frank, Barbara Mooyaart-Doubleday

The Diary of a Young Girl

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Discovered in the attic in which she spent the last years of her life, Anne Frank’s remarkable diary has become a world classic—a powerful reminder of the horrors of war and an eloquent testament to the human spirit. In 1942, with the Nazis occupying Holland, a thirteen-year-old Jewish girl and her family fled their home in Amsterdam and went into hiding. For the next two years, until their whereabouts were betrayed to the Gestapo, the Franks and another family lived cloistered in the “Secret Annexe” of an old office building. Cut off from the outside world, they faced hunger, boredom, the constant cruelties of living in confined quarters, and the ever-present threat of discovery and death. In her diary Anne Frank recorded vivid impressions of her experiences during this period. By turns thoughtful, moving, and surprisingly humorous, her account offers a fascinating commentary on human courage and frailty and a compelling self-portrait of a sensitive and spirited young woman whose promise was tragically cut short.--back cover

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Paullina Simons

The Bronze Horseman

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"The Bronze Horseman" is an emotional rollercoaster that takes readers on a journey through the hardships of war and the power of love. The book transports readers to the beautiful city of Leningrad, and through its vivid descriptions, the city itself becomes a character in the story. Readers will find themselves invested in the characters of Tatiana and Alexander as they navigate the challenges of war and their forbidden love for each other. Simons masterfully weaves together history and fiction to create a story that is both heart-wrenching and captivating.

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Jonathan Littell

The Kindly Ones

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Dr Max Aue is a family man and owner of a lace factory in post-war France. He is an intellectual steeped in philosophy, literature, and classical music. He is also a former SS intelligence officer and cold-blooded assassin. He was an observer and then a participant in Nazi atrocities on the Eastern Front, he was present at the siege of Stalingrad, at the death camps, and finally caught up in the overthrow of the Nazis and the nightmarish fall of Berlin. His world was peopled by Eichmann, Himmler, Göring, Speer and, of course, Hitler himself.Max is looking back at his life with cool-eyed precision; he is speaking out now to set the record straight.

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Art Spiegelman

Maus II : A Survivor's Tale - And Here My Troubles Began

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"Maus II" is a poignant retelling of one of history's darkest chapters in a unique graphic novel format. Highly recommended for those interested in exploring the Holocaust and its lasting effects on survivors and their families. The fusion of the author's difficult relationship with his father while detailing his father's experiences during the Holocaust makes "Maus II" a touching and emotional work of art.

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Paulo Coelho, Zoë Perry

The Spy

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When Mata Hari arrived in Paris she was penniless.Soon she was feted as the most elegant woman in the city.A dancer who shocked and delighted audiences; a confidant and courtesan who bewitched the era’s richest and most powerful men.But as paranoia consumed a country at war, Mata Hari’s lifestyle brought her under suspicion. Until, in 1917 she was arrested in her hotel room on the Champs Elysees and accused of espionage.Told through Mata's final letter, THE SPY tells the unforgettable story of a woman who dared to break the conventions of her time, and paid the price.

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Moss Roberts, Luo Guanzhong

Three Kingdoms: No. 1-4 : A Historical Novel

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A captivating read for history buffs interested in Chinese warfare and diplomacy. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is the author's portrayal of a fateful moment in Chinese history. Three Kingdoms offers a rich, unsparing view of the use and abuse of power, and its impact on the future of a great empire.

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Carol Brown Janeway, Bernhard Schlink

The Reader

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"The Reader by Prof Bernhard Schlink is a must-read for history aficionados. It offers a unique perspective on the Holocaust, seen through the eyes of a law student, who observes a trial involving his former lover, a criminal caught up in Nazi atrocities. The novel is at once a heartrending love story, a courtroom drama, and a poignant exploration of guilt and betrayal. A superbly written, thought-provoking book, The Reader will linger with you long after the last page is turned."

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Daphne du Maurier

Rule Britannia

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In this ominous novel of the future, Daphne du Maurier explores the implications of a political, economic, and military alliance between Britain and America. Emma wakes one morning to an apocalyptic world. The cozy existence she shares with her grandmother, a once-famous actress, has been shattered—there’s no mail, no telephone, no radio, and an American warship sits in the harbor. As the two women piece together clues about the “friendly” military occupation on their doorstep, family, friends, and neighbors gather to protect their heritage.

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Penelope Lively

Moon Tiger - Penguin Essentials

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Moon Tiger would be an excellent read for anyone interested in historical fiction. The unique aspect of this novel is how it tells the story of Claudia's life through the perspectives of those who knew her, giving a well-rounded and nuanced view of her character. The book captures the essence of loss and the passage of time, making it a poignant and thought-provoking read.

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Joseph Heller

Catch-22 : As recommended on BBC2's Between the Covers

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The novel is set during World War II, from 1942 to 1944. It mainly follows the life of Captain John Yossarian, a U.S. Army Air Forces B-25 bombardier. Most of the events in the book occur while the fictional 256th Squadron is based on the island of Pianosa, in the Mediterranean Sea, west of Italy. The novel looks into the experiences of Yossarian and the other airmen in the camp, who attempt to maintain their sanity while fulfilling their service requirements so that they may return home.

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Tatiana de Rosnay

Sarah's Key

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Recommendations: 1. You won't be able to put it down! "Sarah's Key" is a gripping historical mystery that uncovers family secrets and intertwines the lives of two women across time. As you follow journalist Julia Jarmond's investigation into a dark chapter in France's past, you'll be drawn into the emotional journey of self-discovery and the haunting story of Sarah, a young girl caught in the horrors of war. Prepare for a powerful and thought-provoking read that will keep you turning the pages long into the night. 2. A captivating blend of history and personal revelation, "Sarah's Key" is a must-read for both historical fiction lovers and those seeking stories that illuminate the depths of the human experience. As you delve into the painful secrets of Sarah's past, you'll witness the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love and redemption. Prepare to be deeply moved by this beautifully written and emotionally charged novel. 3. "Sarah's Key" is a captivating tale woven with historical accuracy and heartfelt storytelling. Tatiana de Rosnay masterfully reveals the horrors of the Vel' d'Hiv' roundup in Paris during World War II, while simultaneously exploring the impact of the past on the present. This novel offers a poignant exploration of identity, family, and the long-lasting effects of trauma. Get ready for a transformative reading experience that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.

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William Dalrymple

The Anarchy : The Relentless Rise of the East India Company

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"The Anarchy" sheds light on the ruthless tactics of the East India Company, which exploited India's riches for corporate gain. The book is a cautionary tale that highlights the dangers of unchecked corporate power. It is a must-read for history buffs interested in the dark side of imperialism and colonialism.

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Patrick O'Brian

The Final, Unfinished Voyage of Jack Aubrey

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Fans of Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey-Maturin series would find this book an interesting read as it gives a glimpse into the final voyage that O'Brian had planned for his two beloved characters. The book, although unfinished, showcases O'Brian's mastery in storytelling and attention to detail, making it a satisfying read for fans looking to say goodbye to these characters after their 20-book journey together.

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Simon Scarrow

Praetorian (Eagles of the Empire 11)

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Macro and Cato now find themselves members of the elite Praetorian Guard, charged with defending the emperor himself against harm. Yet, they rapidly find that the Guard is riddled with conspiracies aimed at bringing the ageing emperor Claudius down, and raising either of his two sons, one by birth, Britannicus, the other by adoption, Nero, to the purple. Needless to say, the two centurions manage to find themselves in the thick of the action. In the background is the Machiavellian figure of Narcissus, well known to both legionnaires, and also his rival for control of the emperor, Pallas.

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Bruce Henderson

Sons and Soldiers : The Untold Story of the Jews Who Escaped the Nazis and Returned with the U.S. Army to Fight Hitler

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This book is a gripping and inspiring account of the untold stories of young Jewish boys who escaped from Nazi-occupied Europe and later joined the U.S. Army to fight against Hitler. With its focus on their journey from childhood, their acts of courage during the war, and their relentless search for their missing loved ones, Sons and Soldiers offers a powerful narrative that sheds light on the resilience, heroism, and patriotism of these extraordinary individuals. It is a must-read for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in untold stories of WWII.

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