A very short book about writing

A Very Short Book About Writing

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Others - A Very Short Book About Beliefs

Or, why you might think people not like you are strange, and why they might not be...

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book about Globalization

Conceived by Chris Grey as an antidote to conventional textbooks, each book in the ‘Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap’ series take

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Plato: A Very Short Introduction - Annas Julia

Anotace: This lively and accessible introduction to Plato focuses on the philosophy and argument of his writings, drawing the reader into Plato`s way of doing philosophy, and the general themes of his thinking. This is not a book to leave the reader standing in the outer court of introduction and background information, but leads directly into Plato`s argument. It looks ...

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History: A Very Short Introduction

An essay about how we study and understand history, this book begins by inviting us to think about various questions provoked by our investigation of

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Evolution: A Very Short Introduction

This book is about the central role of evolution in shaping the nature and diversity of the living world. It describes the processes of natural select

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Design: A Very Short Introduction

This book will transform the way you think about design by showing how integral it is to our daily lives, from the spoon we use to eat our breakfast c

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book about Studying Leadership

Conceived by Chris Grey as an antidote to conventional textbooks, each book in the ‘Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap’ series take

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book about International Business

Conceived by Chris Grey as an antidote to conventional textbooks, each book in the ‘Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap’ series take

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Cross-Cultural Management

Conceived by Chris Grey as an antidote to conventional textbooks, each book in the ‘Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap’ series take

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Human Resource Management

Conceived by Chris Grey as an antidote to conventional textbooks, each book in the ‘Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap’ series take

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book About Employment Relations

Conceived by Chris Grey as an antidote to conventional textbooks, each book in the ‘Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap’ series take

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book about Management Theory

Debunks and uncovers a number of enduring myths about famous theorists such as Adam Smith and Abraham Maslow in an informal, conversational and often

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Very Short, Fairly Interesting and Reasonably Cheap Book about Management Research

Bell and Thorpe provide a stimulating and critical overview of the key theoretical debates on research paradigms and methodologies and relate them to

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What About Men? - Moranová Caitlin

Anotace: As any feminist who talks about the problems of girls and women will know, the first question you will ever be asked is `But what about MEN?` After eleven years of writing bestsellers about women and dismissing this question, having been very sure that the concerns of feminism and men are very different things, Caitlin Moran realised that this wasn`t quite right...

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Burn After Writing (Illustrated) - Shove Rhiannon

Anotace: What would the movie of your life look like? This fun, creative illustrated journal challenges you to map out your dream life and colour it in!Social media encourages us to share everything. As a silent act of rebellion, this illustrated edition of Burn After Writing invites you to put your phone down, pick your pen up and turn sharing nothing into an art. Draw ...

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Science and Religion: A Very Short Introduction

This book explains the philosophical and historical concepts that shape current debates about science and religion. It also considers some of the them

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A Really Short Journey Through the Body - Bryson Bill

Anotace: `Offers children a series of fascinating scientific facts` Daily TelegraphWe spend our whole lives in one body and yet most of us have practically no idea how it works and what goes on inside it.Want to know why the skin is the biggest organ?Why our brains can see into the future?Or why your eyes are back to front?Packed full of facts, big numbers (such as the a...

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What About Men? - Caitlin Moran

'A must-read eye-opener that makes you laugh, cry, get angry and get happy on every page. It's magnificent' Bob Mortimer'I fall passionately in love with absolutely every single thing Caitlin Moran writes - and I've fallen very hard for this book... Eye-opener, page-turner, women-translator, guy-empowerer - put like that, I hope you'll agree it's incredibly reasonably pri...

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What About Men?, 1. vydání - Caitlin Moran

<p>As any feminist who talks about the problems of girls and women will know, the first question you will ever be asked is 'But what about MEN?' After eleven years of writing bestsellers about women and dismissing this question, having been very sure that the concerns of feminism and men are very different things, Caitlin Moran realised that this wasn't quite right,...

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An Island Wedding - Jenny Colgan

<p>'I loved this novel and every single one of its characters. Supremely heartfelt, hilarious and heartrending - it's an absolute triumph.' Sophie KinsellaDiscover Jenny Colgan's best novel yet...Olivia and Anthony are planning A Very Extravagant Wedding at the newest hotel on the tiny Scottish island of Mure. They're flying in chefs, musicians and something called ...

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Book of Mars

From myth to Musk, astrology to astronomy, the Red Planet in fact and fiction – Dr Stuark Clark selects the very best writing about Mars.

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Novelist as a Vocation: ´Every creative person should read this short book´ Literary Review - Murakami Haruki

Anotace: A unique look at the craft of writing from a bestelling master of storytelling.In this engaging book, the internationally best-selling author shares with readers what he thinks about being a novelist; his thoughts on the role of the novel in our society; his own origins as a writer; and his musings on the sparks of creativity that inspire other writers, artists,...

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Novelist as a Vocation: ´Every creative person should read this short book´ Literary Review - Haruki Murakami

<p>A unique look at the craft of writing from a bestelling master of storytelling.In this engaging book, the internationally best-selling author shares with readers what he thinks about being a novelist; his thoughts on the role of the novel in our society; his own origins as a writer; and his musings on the sparks of creativity that inspire other writers, artists, ...

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Love on the Brain - Ali Hazelwood

<p>From the New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a new STEMinist rom-com in which a scientist is forced to work on a project with her nemesis - with explosive results. </p> <p>Bee Königswasser lives by a simple code: What would Marie Curie do? If NASA offered her the lead on a neuroengineering project - a literal dream come true...

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The True Love Experiment: The escapist opposites-attract rom-com of the summer from the bestselling author! - Christina Laurenová

<p>The True Love Experiment, the next escapist romance from Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of TikTok favourite, The Unhoneymooners, is the book their fans have been waiting for, ever since Fizzy's debut in The Soulmate Equation!'My favourite kind of book to devour: something that manages to be hot and intense, yet still the very best comfort foo...

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The Ickabog - Joanne Kathleen Rowling

<p>The Ickabog is coming… A mythical monster, a kingdom in peril, an adventure that will test two children's bravery to the limit. Discover a brilliantly original fairy tale about the power of hope and friendship to triumph against all odds, from one of the world's best storytellers. The kingdom of Cornucopia was once the happiest in the world. It had plenty of gol...

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The Co-op: As seen on TikTok! The steamy second-chance renovation romance - Tarah DeWitt

<p>A steamy second chance romance about restoration and renovation, and uncovering all the things that build character within ourselves, from the popular TikTok author, perfect for fans of Lucy Score, B.K. Borison and Sarah Adams.Readers say !'Tender, vulnerable, emotional, sheer perfection''A beautifully crafted, character driven romance. An absolute joy t...

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Matilda - Dahl Roald

Anotace: *A very special edition, celebrating everyone's favourite young genius! Includes tips and activities for creating your very own story, and incredible pull-out illustrations of Matilda all grown-up* 'A true genius - Roald Dahl is my hero' - David Walliams These books gave Matilda a hopeful and comforting message: you are not alone. Matilda is a...

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Level 2: Three Short Stories of Sherlock Holmes Book and MP3 Pack - Doyle Arthur Conan

Anotace: zjednodušená anglická četba pro dospělé a mládež s poslechem na MP3 Audio CD - úroveň Elementary - příběhy Sherlocka Holmese...Sherlock Holmes is a very clever man. When people have strange, difficult problems, they come to him. Where is Mr Hosmer Angel? Which student saw the exam paper before the exam? Why is somebody following Miss Smith? Can you find the answ...

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Shooting an Elephant - Orwell George

Anotace: Introducing Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith Celebrating the range and diversity of Penguin Classics, they take us from snowy Japan to springtime Vienna, from haunted New England to a sun-drenched Mediterranea...

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Liberation Day : Stories - Saunders George, Saunders George

Anotace: The "best short-story writer in English" (Time) is back with a masterful collection that explores ideas of power, ethics, and justice and cuts to the very heart of what it means to live in community with our fellow humans. With his trademark prose-wickedly funny, unsentimental, and exquisitely tuned-Saunders continues to challenge and surprise: Here is a collect...

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A Really Short Journey Through the Body - Bill Bryson

<p>A funny and fascinating, fully illustrated new edition for children, of the bestselling book about everything inside our body, from legendary author Bill Bryson.</p> <p>We spend our whole lives in one body and yet most of us have practically no idea how it works and what goes on inside it.</p> <p>Want to know why the skin is the biggest or...

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The Book of Doors - Brown Gareth

Anotace: `Joyful, exuberant, and crackling with adventure.` STUART TURTON`A clever and beautiful novel about the power of books.` SUNYI DEAN`Full of magic, wonder and heart.` ANITA FRANK`A magical, mesmerising adventure from the very first page.` A. J. WEST ----------------------------------Because some doors should never be opened.New York bookseller Cassie Andrews is n...

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IELTS Express Upper Intermediate Course Book - Hallows Richard

Anotace: Product Description This title contains short coursebooks. It is highly focused on exam skills and techniques, paper by paper, and task by task. Flexible and expandable, with a wide range of support components, including speaking module videos, test-creation, CD-ROM Zs, workbooks with own audio and Teacher Zs books with extra photocopiables. Each level can be us...

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PER | Level 2: Three Short Stories of Sherlock Holmes Bk/MP3 Pack - Arthur Conan Doyle

<p>zjednodušená anglická četba pro dospělé a mládež s poslechem na MP3 Audio CD - úroveň Elementary - příběhy Sherlocka Holmese...Sherlock Holmes is a very clever man. When people have strange, difficult problems, they come to him. Where is Mr Hosmer Angel? Which student saw the exam paper before the exam? Why is somebody following Miss Smith? Can you find the answe...

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Level 4: The Go-Between Book and MP3 Pack - Hartley L P

Anotace: It is the summer of 1900 and Leo is staying with his friend Marcus. Leo likes Marcus´s beautiful older sister very much. To make her happy, he becomes a secret messenger for her and a local farmer. But then he realises what their messages are about, and his whole life begins to change. Penguin Readers are written by specialist ELT authors. The language, vocabula...

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Insight Pre-Intermediate Student´s Book with Online Practice, 2nd - Wildman Jayne

Anotace: Published 2022.Print Student Book and 2 years` access to Online Practice and Student Resources.Print Student Book and 2 years` access to Online Practice and Student Resources. With the Student Book with Online Practice, learners use the Student Book to participate in class, and access Online Practice to continue learning outside of class. Ideal for students who ...

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Insight Pre-Intermediate Student´s Book with Online Practice, 2nd - Jayne Wildman

<p>Published 2022. Print Student Book and 2 years' access to Online Practice and Student Resources. Print Student Book and 2 years' access to Online Practice and Student Resources. With the Student Book with Online Practice, learners use the Student Book to participate in class, and access Online Practice to continue learning outside of class. Ideal for students w...

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The Small and Mighty Book of Bears: Pocket-sized books, massive facts! - Orange Hippo!

Anotace: The Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible series for young readers who can`t get enough of their favourite topic.The Small and Mighty Book of Bears is a treasure trove of brilliant bear information. Inside, readers will discover tons of original animal art, plus a wealth of fun and fascinating bear facts. Frightening and fierce hunters,...

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The Small and Mighty Book of Bears: Pocket-sized books, massive facts! - Hippo! Orange

<p>The Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible series for young readers who can't get enough of their favourite topic.The Small and Mighty Book of Bears is a treasure trove of brilliant bear information. Inside, readers will discover tons of original animal art, plus a wealth of fun and fascinating bear facts. Frightening and fierce hunters, ...

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The Turnglass: The Sunday Times Bestseller - turn the book, uncover the mystery, 1. vydání - Gareth Rubin

<p>Pre-order HOLMES &amp; MORIARTY - the clever and intriguing new crime mystery from Sunday Times bestselling author Gareth Rubin, out in hardback Autumn 2024. 'A stunning, ingenious, truly immersive mystery. The Turnglass is a thrilling delight' Chris Whitaker Stuart Turton meets The Magpie Murders in this immersive and unique story for fans of clever crime fi...

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Young ELI Readers 4/A2: The Jungle Book + Downloadable Multimedia - Joseph Rudyard Kipling

<p>The Jungle Book + CD audio About the series: The series Young ELI Readers is divided into four levels according to the language level of the readers. It's in line with the indications of the Common European Framework of Reference for Language and comprise useful language certification exercises. This ensures that learners will meet language and structures they h...

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The Cut Out Girl : A Story of War and Family, Lost and Found: The Costa Book of the Year 2018 - Es Bart Van

<p>The extraordinary true story of a young Jewish girl in Holland during World War II, who hides from the Nazis in the homes of an underground network of foster families, one of them the author's grandparents Bart van Es left Holland for England many years ago, but one story from his Dutch childhood never left him. It was a mystery of sorts: a young Jewish girl nam...

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Liberation Day: From ´the world´s best short story writer´ (The Telegraph) and winner of the Man Booker Prize - Saunders George

Anotace: `One of the best science fiction short stories to be published in the 21st century so far` SFX Review `Saunders is funny and kind as ever, and his narrative virtuosity puts him up there with the best` Anne Enright, Guardian `A triumph of storytelling` i paper`A joy. `Effortlessly stylish, funny and smart` Daily Mail____________The first short story collection ...

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Liberation Day: From ´the world´s best short story writer´ (The Telegraph) and winner of the Man Booker Prize - George Saunders

<p>'One of the best science fiction short stories to be published in the 21st century so far' SFX Review 'Saunders is funny and kind as ever, and his narrative virtuosity puts him up there with the best' Anne Enright, Guardian 'A triumph of storytelling' i paper 'A joy. 'Effortlessly stylish, funny and smart' Daily Mail ____________ The first short story collec...

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The Book of Fire: The moving, captivating and unmissable new novel from the author of THE BEEKEEPER OF ALEPPO - Christy Lefteri

<p>A captivating, moving novel of survival, hope and redemption, THE BOOK OF FIRE is the blazing new book from the international bestselling author of THE BEEKEEPER OF ALEPPO and SONGBIRDS.AMONG THE ASHES, ONE FAMILY FOUND HOPE . . .In a tiny, beautiful Greek village, deep in an ancient forest, live a family - Irini, Tasso and their daughter, sweet Chara. One day th...

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The Storm We Made: The spellbinding WW2 sweeping book club novel ´One of the most powerful debuts I´ve ever read´ Tracy Chevalier - Vanessa Chan

<p>Destined to become a modern-day classic, The Storm We Made is a dazzling saga about the horrors of war and the power of familial love, for fans of Pachinko, All the Light We Cannot See and Wandering Souls. Her decision changed history. Now her family must survive it. British Malaya, 1930s Discontented housewife Cecily is seduced by Japanese general Fujiwara ...

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Namesake: A Novel (1250254396)

Kniha - 368 stran, anglicky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá Following the Hello Sunshine Book Club pick Fable, New York Times bestselling author Adrienne Young returns with Namesake, a captivating conclusion to the duology, filled with action, emotion, and lyrical writing. Trader. Fighter. Survivor. With the Marigold ship free of her father, Fable and its crew were set to...

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Magic Faraway Tree: A Christmas Adventure

Anotace: Explore the much-loved Magic Faraway Tree at the most special time of the year. This brand-new story by superstar author Jacqueline Wilson is set in the original world created by Enid Blyton. Milo, Mia and Birdy are excited to return to the cottage beside the Enchanted Wood for Christmas. They can't wait to visit their magical friends Silky the fairy and M...

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The Magic Faraway Tree: A Christmas Adventure - Jacqueline Wilson

<p>Explore the much-loved Magic Faraway Tree at the most special time of the year. This brand-new story by superstar author Jacqueline Wilson is set in the original world created by Enid Blyton. Milo, Mia and Birdy are excited to return to the cottage beside the Enchanted Wood for Christmas. They can't wait to visit their magical friends Silky the fairy and Moonfac...

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The Body Illustrated: A Guide for Occupants - Bill Bryson

<p>Number One Bestseller in both hardback and paperback The Sunday Times Book of the Year The ideal gift for everybody _______ 'A directory of wonders.' Guardian 'Jaw-dropping.' The Times 'Classic, wry, gleeful Bryson...an entertaining and absolutely fact-rammed book.' The Sunday Times 'It is a feat of narrative skill to bake so many facts into an entertaining and n...

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A Good Girl´s Guide to Murder, 1. vydání - Holly Jacksonová

<p>The New York Times No.1 bestselling YA crime thriller that everyone is talking about. Soon to be a major BBC series! THE WINNER OF THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS' CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020 SHORTLISTED FOR THE WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE 2020 'A fiendishly-plotted myste...

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The Body Illustrated: A Guide for Occupants - Stewart Paul, Bryson Bill

Anotace: Number One Bestseller in both hardback and paperback The Sunday Times Book of the Year The ideal gift for everybody _______ `A directory of wonders.` Guardian `Jaw-dropping.` The Times `Classic, wry, gleeful Bryson...an entertaining and absolutely fact-rammed book.` The Sunday Times `It is a feat of narrative skill to bake so many facts into an entertaining and ...

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Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: The major new hit fantasy series - Steadmanová A. F.

Anotace: HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU`VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first book in the major new hit fantasy adventure series for children age 9+, and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Amari and the Night Brothers.WATERSTONES CHILDREN`S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 `Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and h...

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Skandar and the Unicorn Thief: The major new hit fantasy series - A. F. Steadmanová

<p>HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first book in the major new hit fantasy adventure series for children age 9+, and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Amari and the Night Brothers.WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and he...

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Skandar and the Phantom Rider: the spectacular sequel to Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, the biggest fantasy adventure since Harry Potter - A. F. Steadmanová

<p>HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The epic adventure continues . . . Don't miss this sequel to Waterstones Children's Book of the Year 2022 Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Skandar and the Phantom Rider is the second book in the international bestselling SKANDAR series, an unmissable adventure for listeners age 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, ...

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Quicksand

In January 2014 I was informed that I had cancer.However, Quicksand is not a book about death and destruction, but about what it means to be human. I have undertaken a journey from my childhood to the man I am today, writing about the key events in my life, and about the people who have given me new perspectives. About men and women I have never met, but wish I had.I writ...

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Bohemia&apos;s Jews and Their Nineteenth Century - Jindřich Toman

Anotace: This book on Jewish culture and literature focuses on the "quiet" decades of the nineteenth century, a scarcely written-about period of time in Bohemian Jewish history. Using a myriad of sources, including travelers' accounts, poems, essays, short stories, guides, and newspaper articles, the volume explores Jewish expression, Jewish-Czech relations, an...

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How To Kill Vampire - Pinto Christopher

Anotace: Fun! Artistic! Great Writing! Cool Images!" Have you ever been on a dark country road, face to face with one of the evil undead, and had no idea how to defend yourself? Well, probably not if you`re still alive and reading this. Finally, there is a book that very concisely and very quickly teaches you how to defend yourself and others against Vampires, those anno...

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