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As with his previous bestseller, The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, in An Anthropologist on Mars Oliver Sacks uses case studies to illustrate the myriad ways in which neurological conditions can affect our sense of self, our experience of the world, and how we relate to those around us...

Kieron Dyer's memoir, Old Too Soon, Smart Too Late, is the first intimate and unsparing portrait of the failures and excesses of the generation of English footballers made rich beyond their wildest dreams by the post-1990 World Cup boom in the game and the explosion of the Premier League. It...

How is it possible to be surrounded by people who love me, yet I still feel alone? Everyone is falling in love, and it's like I've been left on the outside. I want that for myself, but the thought of putting myself out there is terrifying. Growing up being told you're "too much" puts a dent in your confidence, no matter how hard you try to hide it. Until one day, Lieutenant Hunter Bowen finds me trapped in an elevator. His kind words and gentle smile only heighten the crush I have on him, and when he asks me to join him one night, I push my fears aside and say yes.

If you thought the world of pro wrestling was wild, imagine what you haven’t seen on TV and in the ring. Add to that the backdrop of building a renegade production company, negotiating with impossible wrestling talent, and hosting groundbreaking, shoot-style programming, and you have the story of Sean Oliver. Sean has seen industry-wide accolades for the company he co-founded and for which he serves as front man. Watch the unpredictable and unconventional story through Sean’s eyes.

In the dark streets of Soho, London, where the nightlife pulses with energy and hidden dangers, Langdon is striving to carve out a life of his own. Having endured a tough childhood, marked by a mother who never valued him, he has found solace in the company of his four best friends, who feel like brothers. Although he thrives working in a bar, Langdon is haunted by his past, feeling like a dirty secret to the men he dates.

Detta är en konstig dag. När Erik blir arg på sin bästa vän Noah på förskolan växer en vredesbubbla upp ur hans huvud. Ju mer han tänker på hur arg han är, desto större blir den. Överallt och hela dagen är bubblan i vägen. Erik står inte ut! Då kommer han på vems fel det är...

THE MUST-READ BOOK ON THE WORLD'S BIGGEST FLASHPOINT A BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE, THE SPECTATOR AND DAILY EXPRESS BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Magnificent ... As exciting to read as it is important' Peter Frankopan 'Fascinating ... essential reading' Helen Thompson 'Alarming and uplifting' John Kampfner The...

Have you ever seen something that wasn't really there? Heard someone call your name in an empty house? Sensed someone following you and turned around to find nothing? Hallucinations don't belong wholly to the insane. Much more commonly, they are linked to sensory deprivation, intoxication...

Betrayed by the ruling families of Italy, Ezio Auditore embarks upon an epic quest for vengeance. To eradicate corruption and restore his family's honor, he will learn the art of the Assassins. Along the way, Ezio will call upon the wisdom of such great minds as Leonardo da Vinci and Niccolò Machiavelli, knowing that survival is bound to the skills by which he must live.To his allies, he will become a force for change in his fight for freedom and justice.

A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK ONE OF THE NEW YORKER'S BEST BOOKS OF 2023 INCLUDED IN THE GUARDIAN'S BEST IDEAS BOOKS OF 2023 SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2024 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR CONSERVATION WRITING ‘A gripping read that will anger as much as it fascinates’ Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall ‘An...

It is the golden age of piracy and the New World beckons. Edward Kenway—the brash young son of a wool merchant—dreams of gold and cannot resist the lure of a life of glory on the high seas. When his family homestead is attacked, there seems like no better time to escape, and Kenway soon establishes himself as one of the deadliest privateers of his day.

Before Assassin's Creed: Origins, there was an Oath. Egypt, 70 BC, a merciless killer stalks the land. His mission: to find and destroy the last members of an ancient order, the Medjay—to eradicate the bloodline. In peaceful Siwa, the town's protector abruptly departs, leaving his teenage son, Bayek, with questions about his own future and a sense of purpose he knows he must fulfill.

In the heart of the Northwest Canadian wilderness, 'Jolly' Roger McKay is an outcast on the run. His life takes a thrilling turn when he meets Nada, a captivating woman who ignites a spark of hope amid his chaos. Together, they navigate the challenges of the wild, facing dangers that test their courage and commitment. Adding depth to their journey is Peter, a loyal mixed-breed dog whose bond with Roger and Nada is as strong as any human connection. As they search for 'The Country Beyond,' they encounter breathtaking landscapes, fierce challenges, and the complexities of love in a rugged ...

Weil seine Nemesis Sherlock Holmes nach wie vor unpässlich ist, kehrt der Professor aus Frankreich ins kalte London zurück. Er muss sich einer Mordserie annehmen, die die britische Hauptstadt erschüttert. Scheinbar wahllos tötet jemand Honoratioren. Doch schon bald ahnt Moriarty, dass im Zentrum des Geschehens die neu eröffnete Tower Bridge steht … und eine mysteriöse Geheimgesellschaft, der er und Molly Miller nicht zum ersten Mal begegnen.

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Mit der Solaren Union ist ein kleines Sternenreich entstanden – nun wird es von dem mysteriösen Dunkelleben bedroht, einer unheimlichen Gefahr, über die man nur wenig weiß. Perry Rhodan muss ins Zentrum der Milchstraße reisen, hin zu Sagittarius A und zu dem riesigen Schwarzen Loch. Dort liegen die wichtigsten Welten des Compariats – in diesem geheimnisvollen Sternenreich weiß man offenbar mehr über das Dunkelleben. Mit der CREST II wagen Rhodan und seine Begleiter den entscheidenden Vorstoß.

Seit Perry Rhodan im Jahr 2036 auf dem Mond die Arkoniden Thora und Crest getroffen hat, verbindet die Menschen und das Imperium eine wechselvolle Geschichte. Ende Dezember 2089 bricht eine neue Epoche an: Im Imperium nehmen die Machtkämpfe zu, ein offener Bürgerkrieg droht. Perry Rhodan bricht mit der MAGELLAN, seinem Raumschiff, nach Arkon auf. Doch seine Mission, den Frieden zu stiften, führt ihn hinein in Intrigen und Kämpfe.

In Get Sleepy: Train Stories, you can unwind to these stories alongside the interior ambience of a train and soothing background music. These works of original fiction are specially crafted to quiet an active mind and make space for peace and tranquillity. Narrated by the soft, steady voice of Get Sleepy’s host, Thomas Jones, this collection of short stories is designed to help you release the worries of your days and snuggle up in bed. Enjoy Thomas’s slow and steady pacing, with soft, relaxing music, which will help you ease your mind and let go of the day.

Ein mehr als verlockendes Angebot: 65 Quadratmeter mit Balkon für lächerliche 200 Euro. Und dafür nichts weiter als jeden Tag einen Rundgang durch das alte, fast leerstehende Haus. Einmal täglich nachsehen, ob alle Türen geschlossen und alle Fenster intakt sind, ob kein Müll herumliegt und ob die Lichter funktionieren.

A primeira escravizada a conseguir a condenação na justiça de um senhor de escravos. Uma vida de provações e resistência, narrada no livro que marca a luta pelos direitos dos negros e das mulheres...