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The Washington Post journalist and legal expert Ruth Marcus goes behind the scenes to document the inside story of the Brett Kavanaugh confirmation battle and the Republican plot to take over the Supreme Court—thirty years in the making—in this “impressively reported, highly insightful...

Marcus Garvey (August 17, 1887-June 10, 1940) was a charismatic Jamaican-born political leader, publisher, journalist, entrepreneur, and orator. He organized the Universal Negro Improvement Association and African Communities League (UNIA-ACL) and acted as its president-general. In 1916, he moved to New York City, where his prominence grew. By 1919, he was considered to be the "Black Moses", and he claimed a following of more than two million people.

Victoria Chase is Chicago's hottest new reporter, looking to make the scoop of the century. Rumor has it that in the bowels of the city lies a private sex club for the wealthy elite. Willing to do anything for a story, she infiltrates the club, determined to uncover this urban legend. She didn't expect to run into him: Malcolm Cage.

What would you do if you knew that your next birthday might be your last? For Prince Edward, he knew he needed to break his curse to live past the age of 17, and a young witch named Abbey may be his only salvation. Hexed on his fifth birthday by his magic-wielding grandmother, Edward has been forced to rely upon a special tincture to survive. But, with magic now banned throughout the kingdom of Arthura, the supply of his elixir running short, and his 17th birthday looming, Edward must set off for the Venatys mountains to seek the help of the witches and wizards who shelter there in isolation.

Costumamos acreditar que trajetórias excepcionais, como a dos gênios que revolucionam o mundo dos negócios, das artes, das ciências e dos esportes, devem-se unicamente ao talento. Mas neste livro você verá que o universo das personalidades brilhantes esconde uma lógica muito mais fascinante e complexa do que aparenta.

“Garden Marcus is not only a trove of information if you’re looking to flex your green thumb, but a balm for the chaos happening in the world.”—Vogue “Bridgewater’s planting tips are just as valuable when applied to life.”—The Root In this transformative guide, TikTok’s most...

War ignites when Henny Bradford, a fierce supernatural hunter, encounters a rogue member of her alliance dedicated to ending her life and her legacy. Fleeing from a new breed of deadly vampires, who knows all the Bradford secrets, forces Henny to turn to an untrustworthy adversary for help. Werewolf, Cole Martin, asserts himself as Henny’s protector to save her from the enemy. But she senses his protection comes with a hidden agenda—a secret that will alter the course of Henny’s future forever.

Following the success of the landmark bestsellers First, Break All the Rules and Now, Discover Your Strengths, Marcus Buckingham offers a dramatically new way to understand the art of success. With over 1.6 million copies of First, Break All the Rules (co-authored with Curt Coffman) and Now...

One of the most common assumptions about World War II is that the Jews did not actively or effectively resist their own extermination at the hands of the Nazis. In this powerful book, Benjamin Ginsberg convincingly argues that the Jews not only resisted the Germans but actually played a major role in the defeat of Nazi Germany. The question, he contends, is not whether the Jews fought but where and by what means.

Renal Diet will show you the tricks and tips most dietitians use for dealing with most renal-related diseases. It is a known fact that the single most important factor that you can use to deal with your kidney disease is your diet. The renal diet is the only most effective way that you can easily use to manage your kidney disease and have a blissful life.

As the grandson of the one and only Genghis Khan, Kublai Khan had big shoes to fill. The Mongol Empire already spanned several countries and territories, but this didn’t satisfy Kublai. During his reign, he conquered southern China, Korea, and several other parts of southeast Asia, effectively doubling his empire. By the time of his death, people all over Asia and Europe knew his name. This book tells the life story of this infamous emperor of both Mongol and China who ruled from the legendary summer palace Xanadu.

Ob Staat, Religion oder Moral - von Nichts und Niemandem darf sich ein freier Mensch beschränken lassen. Zumindest war das die Meinung des deutschen Philosophen Max Stirner. Oft wurde der aufklärerische Radikalismus seiner Philosophie missverstanden. Seine Gegner bezeichnen Stirners 1844 veröffentlichtes Buch "Der Einzige und sein Eigentum" als Plädoyer für einen rücksichtslosen Egoismus, für Kapitalismus oder Marktwirtschaft.

The Metamorphosis, first published in 1915, has captivated readers and artists for 100 years. Studio 360's Kurt Andersen leads spirited conversation exploring the classic story and its impact on arts and culture with guests Ben Marcus ( Leaving the Sea), Helen Phillips ( The Beautiful Bureaucrat), Eric Jarosinski ( NeinQuarterly), and translator Susan Bernofsky. With a reading by Heather Burns ( Bored to Death).

The moment half-blood Laila joined the Teton pack, Cedric knew she belonged to him. Completing their bond will not be easy, but Cedric would pay any price to claim her as his mate. If she stays. The fae are luring Laila to their realm, promising to introduce her to a side of herself shrouded in mystery. If she leaves—and their bond remains unfulfilled—Cedric will experience a painful affliction unrequited male’s suffer that often ends in death.

In "True Crime - Die grausamsten Mörder" öffnet Alexander Dragone die Tür zu einer Welt unvorstellbarer Grausamkeit und psychologischer Abgründe. Bekannt für seine True Crime-Bücher, die nach Jahrzehnten geordnet die dunkle Geschichte des 20. Jahrhunderts beleuchten, schlägt Dragone diesmal einen neuen, globalen Pfad ein: Statt chronologischer Reihenfolge fasst er die abscheulichsten Serienmörder-Fälle aus aller Welt zusammen – von den eisigen Straßen Russlands über das Rotlichtviertel Pattayas bis hin zur neonbeleuchteten Metropole New York.

From an environment of mystery, murder, and romance, the author takes you inside this world from a safe distance. After you’ve finished the book, you’re on your own.

Former military investigator turned elite security operative, Jericho McKenna, is about to face the most challenging mission of his life—protecting the woman he never stopped loving. Rachel Franklin, a dedicated social worker with an unyielding commitment to justice, finds herself in the crosshairs of a relentless and cunning killer. Her past comes back to haunt her as someone methodically targets individuals connected to a case she worked on, resulting in the conviction and ultimate demise of a woman who now clearly has an avenging angel, ready to kill for her.

The ketogenic diet, also popularly referred as a keto diet, is a unique form of eating that focuses on reducing the consumption of bad carbohydrates. We focus on maximizing the consumption of healthy fats and protein to transform our overall health. The ketogenic diet promotes healthy weight loss by triggering the process of ketosis; ketosis aims to replace healthy fats instead of stored carbohydrates as a primary source of energy. It prompts our body to use healthy fats for energy requirements, and it helps to improve our health including promoting natural weight loss.

Jacob Smith is an average man that was paralegal for a prestigious firm. One day he is hit by a bus while trying to save a young girl. His death sends him to another world where he starts his life all over again. This book explores many mature topics.

Stylish Sinclair Llewelling has little contact with his family, but he loves his cousin Lilly very much, and agrees to help her plan the elegant country wedding of her dreams. There’s just one problem: the foreman of the ranch where the wedding is to take place. Former rodeo cowboy Dawson West takes his job very seriously, and he doesn’t appreciate anyone who gets in the way. Ranching is in his blood, and the people he works for are like family to him, so when Sinclair and his plans add to his work, he isn’t quiet about making his displeasure known.