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This is a brief account of an ordinary soldier's experiences at Ypres during the early part of World War I. Reginald Davis was a young boy who worked at the publishers Hodder & Stoughton, but like many others of his generation left his workplace to join the army and fight at Ypres and the Somme. It was John Ernest Hodder Williams who, after Davis returned to the offices of Hodder & Stoughton as one of the war-wounded — minus fingers and with other injuries — decided to put Davis' experiences between two covers.

In a galaxy on the edge of war, the line between survival and destruction is razor-thin. Humanity's fledgling spacefaring civilization faces its most terrifying enemy—an alien species with devastating technology and a thirst for domination. Against impossible odds, Earth must uncover a way to fight back or risk total annihilation. When a young scientist stumbles upon a revolutionary breakthrough, it becomes clear that humanity's survival hinges on a single, unprecedented invention.

When Unity returns to port early with a bountiful harvest of whale oil, Captain Septimus Brooks and his men think they’ve earned an extended time off of the raging waves. But Pittman Whaling and Shipping sees an opportunity for a double harvest. Before the men can even take to the sea again, though, Brooks becomes injured and is forced to put his son, Seth Brooks, in charge of the ship. He imparts the wisdom earned from decades on the water, then waves his son and crew off from shore. All seems well until Unity is hailed by the Rachel, its captain calling for help.

You’ve tried the productivity hacks. You’ve read the playbooks. You’ve chased the next big thing—only to find yourself stuck, burned out, or still searching for the missing piece. Next Level Self is not another advice book. It’s a blueprint for transformation, told through the stories of real entrepreneurs who reinvented themselves by doing less, aligning more, and finally building businesses that felt like them. In this powerhouse collection, ten growth-minded experts reveal the moment everything changed—the pivot that unlocked clarity, confidence, and sustainable success.

The most vocal leaders in the United States Catholic hierarchy today embrace a culture-war Catholicism that pits them against the pastoral priorities of Pope Francis and many Catholics in the pews. Reclaiming American Catholicism makes the argument that recalibrating the Church's engagement with politics and public life is vital for both the Church and the country.

Life after death? Are you looking for some answers? This book of poetic reflections and musings will have you looking at life, death, and our soul's connection to God, life, and the hereafter.

This is an unforgettable collection of more than 75 newspaper columns by John Grogan, the New York Times best-selling author of Marley & Me. Combining humor, wit, poignancy, and affection, these columns provide insight into the intriguing and wonderful world we live in. Whether writing about animals (from dogs to elephants to geese!), life's foibles and farces, family (not just his own), or interactions with memorable people, John Grogan makes us laugh, cry, and—most of all—makes us think.

Chaos separates a piece of himself and, with certain mad glee, molds a charmingly deadly little girl to twist their minds as she follows her inevitable path toward the destruction of Harmon Waite and his friends. In the midst of that madness, the Antichrist, boasting "god level" power-ups, shows up for a showdown.

Throughout LGBTQ+ history, suburbia has been seen as somewhere to escape from: a place where heterosexuality rules; where difference will not be tolerated; where you'll never find a soulmate. But for many, those streets of twitching curtains and pebble-dashed semis were - or still are - a place to call home. From Addlestone to Wilmslow, Tales of the Suburbs explores the relatively untold twentieth century tale of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer people in suburbia.

Als Chirurgin an einer Londoner Klinik rettet Freya täglich Leben. Die Spezialistin für Hauttransplantationen hilft Brandopfern, engagiert sich für Nachwuchsmediziner und genießt ihren gesellschaftlichen Status. Doch hinter der Fassade der erfolgreichen Einzelgängerin schwelt eine düstere Vergangenheit. Tag für Tag fürchtet Freya, entdeckt zu werden. Denn seit sie als Kind einem üblen Streich zweier Spielkameraden zum Opfer gefallen ist, führt sie einen Rachefeldzug gegen die Unschuld.

Aaron Umber fällt es schwer, Nähe zuzulassen. Ein traumatisches Erlebnis in seiner Kindheit steht noch immer zwischen ihm und den Dingen, die er sich am sehnlichsten wünscht: Vertrauen, Liebe, Zärtlichkeit. Auf einer gemeinsamen Flugreise, zehntausend Meter über der Erde, erkennt er, dass sein Hang zur Einsamkeit auf seinen Sohn Emmett abzufärben droht. Schließlich fasst er sich ein Herz und spricht über das, was ihm widerfahren ist. Denn in der Enge des Flugzeugs gibt es kein Entkommen vor den Geistern seiner Vergangenheit.

A short story magazine that assembles a thrilling new mix of stories from genres including horror, science-fiction, comedy, and suspense. This issue is packed with thrillers, sci-fi, horror, action, romance, and more, offering something for everyone. Issue seven highlights the brilliant artwork of Tyler Rambie and captivating tales: action-packed thrillers, steamy romances with startling twists, provocative sci-fi, and engrossing love stories mixed with horror.

Intermittent fasting (IF) is about when you eat rather than what you eat. This popular approach to healthy weight loss has you cycle between periods of eating and fasting, and many people find it simpler than traditional diets (healthline.com). In this beginner-friendly guide, we’ll explain why IF is worth considering, break down three common fasting methods (16/8, 5:2, and OMAD), and provide practical tips on getting started.

Unlock true financial freedom and live the life you love. You don't need to remain trapped by financial limitations and an uninspired life: Always Free reveals a practical roadmap and actionable strategies for achieving financial freedom and living a deeply fulfilling life on your terms.

Jace was never supposed to enter Terra Mythica—let alone become the chosen of Hades, lead a one-man underworld club, or moonlight as an exorcist for possessed teens with god-complexes. But after months trapped in this so-called game, the boundary between code and cosmos has shattered.

It's the tale of a little boy who likes to be on his own, but that's about to change when he makes an unlikely friendship with a magical fridge. The fridge's door is adorned with brightly coloured magnetic letters, and with a whoosh and a whizz, the letters form words that might just give Jack some good advice. His world is turned upside down, getting him into all sorts of trouble when his mum and dad announce they are splitting up. Could a magical fridge possibly help solve Jack's problems?

Unplug & Pray: Finding God in a Noisy Digital World for Teens & Parents offers a practical Catholic roadmap for reclaiming prayer and presence at home. Written with Scripture, testimonies, and real-world strategies, Deacon John O’Maley equips parents and teens to build healthy boundaries, resist distraction, and rediscover God’s whisper together.

Sotto le luci miserabili e iperboliche di Hollywood, Arturo Bandini sogna il successo di scrittore mentre con la mano sinistra scrive pessime sceneggiature che non vedranno mai la luce. Potrebbe essere la premessa di una tragedia, ma come sempre, in bocca a Bandini, tutte le tragedie finiscono in commedia. Anche in quest'ultimo capolavoro colpisce l'inconfondibile voce fantiana, quell'impasto di humour, candore e cattiveria che ne ha fatto uno degli scrittori piú amati dei nostri anni.

Eigentlich hat Evan Keogh alles. Als gefeierter Fußballprofi lebt er ein glanzvolles Leben in der Londoner High Society. Ein Leben, von dem viele träumen. Doch dann muss er sich vor Gericht in einem Missbrauchsskandal verantworten. Und der Prozess fördert in Evan zutage, was er am liebsten längst vergessen hätte: die eigene Vergangenheit. Er realisiert, dass er vor Jahren nicht nur vor der Enge seiner Heimatinsel geflohen ist, sondern vor sich selbst.

Nash Carver didn't believe in gods, games, or destiny-until he was stabbed through the heart and woke up in a fantasy world where both were very, very real. Now he's got a character sheet burned into his vision, a creeping corruption growing in his soul, and a tentacled nightmare whispering promises of power in his ear. With a talking lizardman guide and a goblin alchemist tagging along, Nash is forced to fight his way through undead-infested dungeons, cursed graveyards, and vengeful orc clans.