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From the bestselling author of The Girls comes a “brilliant” (The New York Times) story collection exploring the dark corners of human experience. “Daddy’s ten masterful, provocative stories confirm that Cline is a staggering talent.”—Esquire NAMED ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE...

Zack Lightman sempre quis que sua realidade fosse mais parecida com o universo dos livros de ficção científica, filmes e videogames. Apesar disso, Zack diz conhecer a diferença entre fantasia e realidade. Sabe que adolescentes fanáticos por videogames não salvarão o mundo. Até que um dia, durante a aula de matemática, vê pela janela uma nave parecida com o caça Glaive, do videogame online, Armada, que ele costuma jogar todas as noites. Tal nave tem como objetivo proteger a Terra de uma invasão alienígena, fato que agora parece estar realmente acontecendo.

Small towns carry big secrets, and Stanton, Michigan is no exception. With only two weeks left of senior year, the Class of 2012 should be coasting toward graduation. Instead, they’re shaken by the sudden suicide of Sam Miller—star quarterback, beloved friend, and the last person anyone expected to pull the trigger. No one feels the loss more than Jack Sampson. Sam was Jack’s anchor, the one person who understood him after his father died. Now Jack is left with nothing but questions… and a grief he can’t outrun.

Inequality. Influence. Fraud. Sabotage. These are the themes of great fiction and our modern economy. In this collection of short stories by some of today’s most scintillating writers, the rich get poorer and the poor get richer. Yeah, right! From the heartbreaking to the hilarious, here are...

Israel conjures up myriad associations for peoples of all cultures and religious backgrounds. Inextricably associated with the world's three most prominent religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam), Israel is steeped in history and conflict, much of which is known through the tales of biblical figures such as Moses, David, Solomon, and, of course, Jesus Christ.But how much of the Bible can be relied upon as accurate history? And how much of the biblical record can be verified through archaeology?

The Trojan War, captured forever in Homer's epic poem the Iliad, resonates to the present day in the popular imagination. But did Troy actually exist? And if so, where is it located? Was the Trojan War actually fought? And why? In this course, professor Eric H. Cline examines the history of Troy and delves into the archaeological discoveries that help to answer the questions above. Through an incisive analysis of known data, Professor Cline provides a fuller, richer understanding of this historic clash.

Die Zwillinge Hops und Holly können es kaum erwarten, in die Schule zu gehen! Und zusammen mit ihren Freunden Bommel, Pumpernickel, Murmel und Rosinchen stellen sie immer wieder mal die Schule auf den Kopf. Doch auch Schulleiterin Dr. Kohl-Rabi und Franz Blütenkranz, der beste Klassenlehrer der Welt, sind für Überraschungen gut.

Embark on a wackadoo parenting journey drawn from the heartwarming adventures of the Heeler Family! Inspired by the lovable show Bluey, this delightful book brings to life 10 invaluable parenting lessons drawn from the adventures of Bluey, Bingo, and their parents, Bandit and Chilli. Backed by proven data and research, this parenting guide not only unveils the positive impact of each lesson on your child's development but also real-life tips on how to infuse the Bluey magic into your own family story. 

Nord de la Californie, fin des années 1960. Evie Boyd, quatorze ans, vit seule avec sa mère. Fille unique et mal dans sa peau, elle n'a que Connie, son amie d'enfance. Lorsqu'une dispute les sépare au début de l'été, Evie se tourne vers un groupe de filles dont la liberté, les tenues débraillées et l'atmosphère d'abandon qui les entoure la fascinent. Elle tombe sous la coupe de Suzanne, l'aînée de cette bande, et se laisse entraîner dans le cercle d'une secte et de son leader charismatique, Russell.

Michael Coltrane lives a quiet, forgettable life in Oklahoma —until the night a wounded fugitive crashes into his life and changes everything. Sebastian Meyers is charming, dangerous, and running out of time. Michael is grieving, lonely, and desperate for anything to pull him out of the numbness. What begins as a forced partnership becomes something far more complicated: a strange, volatile bond between two men who need each other for very different reasons. Sebastian needs a place to hide. Michael needs a reason to feel alive.

Oklahoma, 1989. Chris always wanted his mundane life to pick up in excitement. But after getting kicked out of school, an opportunity arises. His aunt and uncle requested him to watch their house in the quaint neighborhood of Ruby Falls for a week. Excited about the change in scenery, he gladly accepts. However, it doesn't even take but a night to realize something is off about the entire neighborhood. And as the days pass, Chris begins to find the interworkings of a horrific conspiracy. At first, he only needs to protect himself and his uncle's home.

Irgendwann im nächsten Jahr wird sein Verstand ihn vollständig im Stich lassen, so die Prognose – und schon jetzt besteht die Welt für David zunehmend aus Rätseln. Was er weiß: Cody, der auf dem Sitz neben ihm schläft, begleitet ihn auf einer Reise. Ein Zwischenstopp in London. Ein...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS’ CHOICE NAMED ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF FALL BY: The New York Times, Associated Press, Goodreads, NPR, Harper’s Bazaar, Los Angeles Times, and more A mesmerizing portrait of an aging...

In 1925, James Henry Breasted sent a team of archaeologists to the Holy Land to excavate the ancient site of Megiddo - Armageddon in the New Testament. Their excavations made headlines around the world and shed light on one of the most legendary cities of biblical times. Digging Up Armageddon brings to life one of the most important archaeological expeditions ever undertaken, describing the site and what was found there, and providing an up-close look at the internal workings of a dig in the early years of biblical archaeology.

Join us on The Traveling Pilates Teacher, where we explore the exciting intersection of Pilates and travel. Hosted by Kristie, a passionate Pilates instructor herself, this podcast delves into the lives of those who blend their love for Pilates with a passion for travel. Each episode features insightful conversations with Pilates studio owners, fellow instructors—both traveling and stationary—and dedicated students. Discover the unique experiences, challenges, and rewards of teaching and practicing Pilates around the world. Whether you're a seasoned instructor, an aspiring teacher, or a ...

Im Jahr 2044 ist die Welt ein hässlicher Ort: Die Erdölvorräte sind aufgebraucht, ein Großteil der Bevölkerung lebt in Armut. Einziger Lichtblick ist die OASIS, eine virtuelle Ersatzwelt, in der man leben, arbeiten, zur Schule gehen und spielen kann. Die OASIS ist ein ganzes Universum, es gibt Tausende von Welten, von denen jede ebenso einzigartig wie phantasievoll ist. Und sie hat ein Geheimnis. Der exzentrische Schöpfer der OASIS hat tief im virtuellen Code einen Schatz vergraben.

With over 1.15 million copies sold, Peter Clines returns with a smart and propulsive novel of action and horror. Ben Getty is an LA cop banished to rural Maine, and now finds himself patrolling the streets and forest roads of Little Enoch. It’s an unremarkable town with a small summer tourist...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A rollicking alien invasion thriller that embraces and subverts science-fiction conventions, from the author of the worldwide phenomenon Ready Player One “Exciting . . . mixes Star Wars, The Last Starfighter, Independence Day, and a really gnarly round of Space...

Keri and Paula are strangers with something rotten in common: the annoying Devlin brothers. Keri is an investor whose expertise is dismissed on the entrepreneurial reality show that shot the boys to fame. Paula is the boys’ accommodating neighbor who has suffered their ingratitude for years. The world is wide open for the Devlins after their overnight success. But for Keri and Paula? For all it’s worth, they’re coming face-to-face with the maddening business of being a woman.

This audiobook contrasts this false religion with the true Christian faith. It is an attempt to flesh out some of the message found in the film By What Standard.