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Pulitzer Prize, Biography, 2016. Barbarian Days is William Finnegan's memoir of an obsession, a complex enchantment. Surfing only looks like a sport. To initiates it is something else entirely: a beautiful addiction, a demanding course of study, a morally dangerous pastime, a way of life.

If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed. On May 17, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven addressed the graduating class of the University of Texas at Austin on their Commencement day. Taking inspiration from the university's slogan, "What starts here changes the world," he shared the ten principles he learned during Navy Seal training that helped him overcome challenges not only in his training and long Naval career, but also throughout his life; and he explained how anyone can use these basic lessons to change themselves - and the world - for the better.

In a clear and wonderful way, Lord Krishna describes the science of self-realization and the exact process by which a human being can establish their eternal relationship with God. In terms of pure, spiritual knowledge the Bhagavad Gita is incomparable. Its intrinsic beauty is that its knowledge applies to all human beings and does not postulate any sectarian ideology. It is approachable from the sanctified realms of all religions and is glorified as the epitome of all spiritual teachings.

The sky above the port was the colour of television, tuned to a dead channel. William Gibson revolutionised science fiction in his 1984 debut Neuromancer. The writer who gave us the matrix and coined the term 'cyberspace' produced a first novel that won the Hugo, Nebula and Philip K. Dick Awards, and lit the fuse on the cyberpunk movement.

This volume in the For Today series presents an accessible study of the familiar words of the Lord's Prayer. Well-known preacher and seminary president William Carl III interprets the prayer in light of how it was understood by Jesus' disciples and also the significant role the prayer can play in the life of Christian believers today. The discussion questions at the end of each chapter make this an ideal book for group study in churches or for individual listening and reflection.

Want to Boost Employee Loyalty and Productivity? Unlock the power of high-impact, well-designed benefits—because a thriving workforce drives success. In Unlocking Employee Well-Being: A Comprehensive Guide to Optimising Group Medical and Life Benefits, Corey Williams, a trusted adviser with SwainWoodham Group, shares proven strategies for creating impactful benefits programmes that go beyond the basics.

The Harlan Renaissance is an intimate remembrance of kinship and community in eastern Kentucky’s coal towns written by one of the luminaries of Appalachian studies, William Turner. Turner reconstructs Black life in the company towns in and around Harlan County during coal’s final postwar boom years, which built toward an enduring bust as the children of Black miners, like the author, left the region in search of better opportunities.

If you have not discovered your why, this book is a must-listen. It takes you on an experiential journey through ten chapters of stories, examples, and exercises to find your why, visualize it, and put it into words that will springboard you into the life of your dreams.

SparkNotes Audio presents … No Fear Shakespeare audio recordings! Listen to full cast performances of Shakespeare's plays in all their brilliance—and understand what every word means!

In Trajectory of Power, leading political scientists William Howell and Terry Moe provide a sweeping account of the historical rise of presidential power, arguing that it has now grown to the point where, in the wrong hands, it threatens to subvert American democracy and replace it with a de facto system of strongman rule, whether led by Donald Trump or someone else.

DIE KREATUREN RUHEN NICHT – ZEIT FÜR DAS S|SQUAD! Wieder einmal hätte es ein Routine-Einsatz werden sollen - eine Gruppe von Archäologen sicher aus der Wüste Gobi zu führen. Aber als unerwartet Regenfälle einsetzen, gerät das S|Squad in Schwierigkeiten …Da ist irgendetwas im Sand, riesig, und zieht unterirdisch seine Bahnen. Es giert nach Wasser ... und nach Menschenfleisch ... Monster. Riesige Kreaturen. Kugeln. Und Flüche ... jede Menge Flüche.

The Compassionate Guide for Dementia Caregivers is your essential roadmap to navigating the challenges of dementia care with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Whether you're a family caregiver or a professional, this guide provides practical strategies to ease daily struggles, strengthen communication, and protect your well-being.

In the secluded village of Grey Hollow, shrouded in mist and superstition, a mysterious figure arrives—a master craftsman known only as The Jeweler. He takes up residence in a long-abandoned forge, bringing with him an air of quiet mystery and creations of unparalleled beauty. His jewelry, imbued with subtle power, begins to heal wounds not just of the body but of the soul. Yet his presence stirs more than admiration; it draws the attention of powerful forces that see his craft as a threat.

Have you ever wondered if we are alone in the universe, and if not, are alien races already visiting the Earth? Only when we have a basic knowledge and understanding of the topic can we make an informed decision on whether UFOs are real, and this book will help the reader make that choice. It will offer a basic, but broad overview of the UFO phenomenon from ancient times to modern, including UFO-related topics such as crop circles and the mysterious men in black.

When Will wakes up in the back of the van–in agony and struggling for breath; his limbs cable-tied–it takes him a moment to remember the girl in the supermarket. For weeks, he had been trying to find survivors. And she had been at the middle of the dog food aisle. Just standing there.

Have you ever wished that social media came with a user manual? Whether you’re a parent concerned about your child’s online activity, a young adult wanting to get the most out of it that you possibly can, or a new business owner determined to leverage its power, there’s probably a lot you’re unsure about. Perhaps you’re eager to create a strong digital persona, or maybe you have privacy concerns. You’re not sure how to protect yourself on each platform you use. Maybe you have the basics down, but using social media to grow your business baffles you.

When a school assembly is interrupted by an ALIEN INVASION, bookworm Finley Swinnerton finds himself catapulted into an unlikely quest to save the planet, humanity and even Derek the school Guinea Pig!

Spike just wants to enjoy the spoils of his new badass reputation. He's now a legendary slayer-killer, and he's returning to London—the greatest city in the world. Unfortunately, his new abode is far from ideal (mostly a dank basement), and the rest of his strange little "family" is reeling from the fact that their patriarch, Angel, abandoned them. Spike's love, Drusilla, seems especially heartbroken over the loss and spends her time lost in her tarot cards and planning their next gruesome family dinner when they all can be reunited.

Sumérgete en un fascinante recorrido por las Escrituras que revela la verdadera naturaleza de nuestro adversario espiritual. "Desenmascarando al Enemigo" es una obra maestra que combina la sabiduría de renombrados teólogos como Arthur W. Pink, David Martyn Lloyd-Jones y Charles Spurgeon para desentrañar el misterio que rodea a Satanás. Desde el Jardín del Edén hasta el Lago de Fuego, este libro te guiará a través de las estrategias del maligno y te equipará con poderosas armas espirituales para vencer sus artimañas.

Step into the enchanting world of Korea's most beloved fairy tales, retold and expanded for a new generation. Originally collected by the renowned American scholar William Elliot Griffis, Korean Fairy Tales Revived introduces timeless stories of gods, heroes, talking animals, and spirits that have been passed down through generations.