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"The animating idea of The 1619 Project is that our national narrative is more accurately told if we begin not on July 4, 1776, but in late August of 1619, when a ship arrived in Jamestown bearing a cargo of twenty to thirty enslaved people from Africa....
"The Sackler name adorns the walls of many storied institutions – Harvard, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – Oxford – the Louvre. They are one of the richest families in the world, known for their lavish donations in the arts and the sciences. The source...
"The Barbizon tells the story of New York's most glamorous women-only hotel, and the women-both famous and ordinary-who passed through its doors. World War I had liberated women from home and hearth, setting them on the path to political enfranchisement...
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With the Battle of Britain won, Winston Churchill and his military chiefs faced an even more fearsome challenge in the Battle of the Atlantic. Thwarted in his plans to invade, Hitler decided he would starve Britain into submission instead. Operating ...
A journey toward understanding, active treatment, and societal prevention of trauma. Imagine, if you will, a disease--one that has only subtle outward symptoms but can hijack your entire body without notice, one that transfers easily between parent and...
An antidote to our obsession with busyness, author Madeleine Dore explores the joys of releasing ourselves from the burden of productivity guilt. Any given day brings a never-ending list of things to do. There's the work thing, the catch-up thing, the...
In Music Is History, bestselling author and Sundance award-winning director Questlove harnesses his encyclopedic knowledge of popular music and his deep curiosity about history to examine America over the past fifty years. Choosing one essential track...
We have a dead second wife and a missing first wife...we've got a huge problem here.' Detective Peter Seymour Seven Bones is the story of one of the more bizarre murder investigations in Australia's history. Two wives die in suspicious circumstances:...
Women have a long history of keeping the lights burning, from tending ancient altar flames or bonfires to modern-day lighthouse keeping. Yet most of their stories are little-known. Guiding Lights includes true stories from around the world, chronicling...
Kevin 'Dasher' Wheatley VC is one of the most extraordinary characters in Australian history. Dasher was a husband, father, champion footballer and one of the finest soldiers this country has ever produced. The story of his sacrifice is used by the ADF...
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"While the helicopter was essential for the US war effort the Vietnam experience also proved the validity of the gunship concept. This illustrated new history explores one of the hardest-worked and most effective of the helicopter types in-theater. O...
"Ju 87 dive-bombers, originally developed for pin-pointing bombing missions against land targets and Allied naval vessels were deployed by both the Luftwaffe and the Regia Aeronautica against the Allied forces. Included in such a target were perhaps ...
"The opposing heavy cruisers of the German Kriegsmarine and the Royal Navy engaged in a global game of cat and mouse during the opening years of World War II. This was a period in which the heavy cruiser still reigned supreme in open waters, with the...
"A fresh, new study on the overlooked history of the backbone of the Cold War US Navy, the go-anywhere, do-anything frigate. Though they were never the most glamorous of warships, found US Navy frigates were frequently found on the frontlines of the Cold...
"The German tank forces in Normandy in June-August 1944 had the advantage of fighting on the defensive side, as well as comprising of some of the most powerful and advanced tanks used by any side in the war. Yet success in tank warfare depends on many...
"An authoritative and fresh new study of Allied tanks' role in smashing the walls of Fortress Europe on D-Day. Allied success in invading Fortress Europe (the area of Continental Europe occupied by Nazi Germany) depended on getting armor onto the beaches...
"When Allied tanks began to roll off the landing craft on D-Day, it marked the start of one of the great periods of tank warfare in World War II. Often outgunned by the German Panzers, and fighting in the close confines of bocage country, they nevert...
"--these ships did yeoman service during World War II, fighting in both the Atlantic and Pacific, taking on both U-boat and Japanese submarines and serving as the early warning pickets against kamikazes later in the war. They also participated in such...
"The four daughters of Nicholas II and Alexandra, the last Emperor and Empress of Russia, Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana, Maria and Anastasia, often collectively called OTMA, continue to capture the imagination of people more than a century after their...
"Inside IELTS 16 Academic with Answers with Audio you'll find FOUR complete examination papers plus details of the different parts of the test and the scoring system, so you can familiarise yourself with the Academic test format and practise your exa...
Impromptu shows leaders how to think on their feet and respond eloquently in every situation. Never have there been so many opportunities to inspire and influence in everyday situations -- elevator chats, corridor conversations, networking gatherings...
"As a clinical psychologist, Dr Nicole LePera found herself frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy. Wanting more for her patients - and for herself - she began a journey to develop a united philosophy of mental, physical and spiri...
"Whether you are trying for a baby now or preparing for a family in future, The Fertility Book is the no-nonsense guide you need to help you to optimize your chances of a healthy pregnancy. World-renowned fertility consultant Adam Balen and reproduct...
"'The point of this book is to explore my ideas for sartorial satisfaction, to tell the stories associated with my love of clothes and fashion, and to share the message of accidental sustainability.' When Peta Mathias dug through the clothes she had ...
"Escape into nature with Matt Baker's fascinating journey through nature's year and family life on the farm Peppered with his hand drawn sketches and moments from his TV career throughout, this is a heartfelt and fascinating insight into Matt's life outside...
"Worried about your heart health but unsure where to start? One of the world's leading cardiologists, Dr Boon Lim, has created the go-to guide to keeping your heart in good shape for optimum health. This concise accessible book covers everything you need...
The practical guide that gives you the skills to succeed as a project manager. Discover how to improve your project management skills by defining a project brief, identifying stakeholders, and building a strong team. You'll also learn useful tips for...
In Gin Stephens's New York Times bestseller Fast. Feast. Repeat., she taught you how to fast (completely) clean as part of an intermittent fasting lifestyle. Now, whether you're an intermittent faster or not, Gin shows you how to become clean(ish) where...
In 2014, two of Australia's most high-profile journalists sat at a kitchen table, hit record on a phone and started a rambling conversation that's still going on (and on). From books to TV, music to cooking, friendship to films, there's little cultural...
"From Genghis Khan's domination on earth to Armstrong's first steps on the moon, discover the 100 moments that defined humanity and shaped our world forever. Neil Oliver takes us on a whistle-stop tour around the world and through a million years to give...
The practical e-guide that gives you the tools to improve your people-management skills. Discover how to improve your skills by learning how to motivate staff, improve performance, and create positive relationships. Learn to build confidence, communi...
The practical e-guide that gives you all the skills you need to succeed as a leader.Discover how to improve your leadership skills by establishing a vision, inspiring others, and championing high performance. Learn how to focus your energy, build...
The practical e-guide that gives you the tools you need to improve your negotiation skills.Discover how to improve your negotiating skills by defining your style, preparing properly, and designing your meeting structure. Learn how to build relationsh...
"In 1921 a Springbok rugby team toured New Zealand for the first time, captivating the country. They came clouded in a powerful mystique - blue-eyed, "beautiful giants" from a fellow British colony. Twenty-three of the team had served in World War One,...
"This book is intended to help people living directly or indirectly with epilepsy and others, interested in knowing more about the disease and its impacts an management. It covers basic information including defining epilepsy, outlines the different types...
"ROOT AND WINGS is a book packed full of stories, ideas, practical tips and parenting tools to provide stability for your children while also raising them to be independent. It’s about creating deep roots of confidence and consistency whilst giving your...
"A random collection of 100 true tales told by current and former fisheries officers and ex Navy and Air Force personnel of incidents and events that occurred as they went about enforcing our inshore fisheries and our 200 mile fishing zone.The stories...
"Angie Fitzgerald navigated the world of internet dating across 55 first dates in 365 days. It worked. She met her future husband just three days before her self-imposed deadline ran out and has now been happily married for 17 years. Angie is a sales...
"Projects are intended to spur growth for all their constituents, be it individuals, teams or organisations and leave them in a much better state than they were before. Technology projects form a sizeable portion of organisational project portfolios....
"Profiles of fame comprises brief biographies of all those sports people inducted into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame. It is a who's who of the country's greatest sports achievers. It contains information not available elsewhere and includes a c...
"Between 2010 and 2016, five destructive earthquakes hit Christchurch, New Zealand. On 22 February 2011, one destroyed the city, killing 185 people. Hundreds suffered lifelong injuries. Although over 95% of properties were fully insured, tens of thousands...
"The cold blooded murder of 51 innocent people and the attempted murder of many others at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 15 2019 sent shivers of horror down the collective spine of the nation. An act of terror such as this was tot...
"My Croatian Kitchen is a collection of recipes that have been passed down through generations, an immigrant's tale sharing the connection to heritage through food. It allows for not only the creation of authentically delicious food but an appreciation...
"A new and demographically significant generation of women as young as 35 is facing perimenopause and menopause - but not like our mothers or grandmothers did. We are hungry for information and keen to talk candidly about everything: sex, mental heal...
"Forget the myths and misinformation, respected health writer Nicky Pellegrino has done the work for you in this empowering and honest book. It includes the latest research on everything from hormone replacement therapy to natural therapies and hot f...
In the summer of 1962, fourteen-year-old Graham Young stood in the Old Bailey dock charged with poisoning family members and a schoolfriend by methodically lacing their food and drink with such substances as thallium and antimony. Diagnosed with 'a.....
From the age of eight, Ryan Wilson dreamt of being a teacher. This is the inside story of his time at the chalkface, from fresh-faced trainee with grand ideals to exhausted assistant head battling ever-changing government demands. It is a tribute to ...
"The renowned Paris-based architect and interior designer debuts a monograph capturing her signature warm, elegantly modern aesthetic. Isabelle Stanislas's interiors nod to historical sources while exuding a refreshing contemporary style. Known for her...
"Are you lacking motivation or feeling overwhelmed, burnt out or not sure where you want life to take you next? Are you feeling like a 'low res' version of yourself, having focused all your energy on your career, your family or your community? If you...
"Is it genes or lifestyle choices that determine our health and wellbeing as we grow older? How can we make sure we're in the best possible shape in the second half of our lives? In this top-to-toe guide, Alix Bradfield interviews a wide range of exp...
"There are four roles we play in life-Victim, Villain, Hero, and Guide. New York Times bestselling author Donald Miller teaches us how to recognize when we are playing the Victim or the Villain and how to shift to become the Hero or the Guide. In this...
"Live Your Truth is an empowering, healing, and inspiring journey that helps readers free themselves, find self-fulfillment, and release their ultimate potential. Colleen Gallagher created a life filled with subconscious anger and guilt as well as a ...
"A complete guide with practical information and support for parents of children from newborn to three years old, by childcare experts at the renowned Mayo Clinic. Written by doctors who are also parents. Updated and Revised 2nd edition. Mayo Clinic Guide...
"Kerry Daynes, leading forensic psychologist, opens up the case files of some of her most perplexing clients to uncover what lies buried behind some of the most extreme and disturbing behaviour. For twenty-five years, Kerry has worked on the frontline...
"Out of the thrilling and tempestuous eighteenth century comes the sweeping family saga of beautiful Maria Theresa, a sovereign of extraordinary strength and vision, the only woman ever to inherit and rule the vast Habsburg empire in her own name, and...
"An enchanting celebration of Greek provincial life-its charming culture and sublime food-captured in 100 delectable recipes and captivating stories from the Greek-American Tsakiris family, accompanied by more than 100 visually stunning full-color ph...
"From the James Beard award-winning Milk Street team, enjoy 125 easy weeknight dinners that bring the flavors of the Mediterranean into your home--with most meals ready in under 45 minutes. From Italy, Spain, and Morocco to Tunisia, Israel, and Lebanon,...
"Claire has returned from London to the dust and familiarity of her childhood home, only to realise something is wrong with her partner Maggie. Patrick is a lonely uni student, until he meets Caitlin - but does she feel as connected as he does? Ana is...
"Does your child speak a different language? Sometimes they wager for your attention, and other times they ignore you completely. Sometimes they are filled with gratitude and affection, and other times they seem totally indifferent. Attitude. Behavio...
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