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Long before stock markets and multinational corporations, medieval merchants built a global web of trade that changed the course of history. The Silk and the Silver reveals the untold stories of the daring traders, bankers, and sea captains who connected continents and cultures during the Middle Ages. From the spice routes of Venice and the fairs of Champagne to the silk markets of Constantinople and the ports of the Hanseatic League, this book explores their ingenuity, rivalry, and courage. Blending historical research with vivid storytelling, it uncovers how these early entrepreneurs laid the groundwork for capitalism, finance, and international exchange as we know them today.

Autoimmune conditions are often invisible, unpredictable, and exhaustingbut knowledge can help you reclaim control. When the Body Fights Back explains what happens when your immune system mistakenly turns against your body, breaking down complex science into clear, human-centered language. Youll learn the common triggers behind autoimmune reactionslike stress, gut health, toxins, and infectionsand find practical guidance on managing flare-ups through nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional balance. Including expert insights and empowering self-care strategies, this book helps you see your condition not as a limitation, but as a message from your body inviting healing and awareness.

Transform a simple sheet of paper into endless creative possibilities with Folded Wonders. This beautifully illustrated guide takes you through the fundamentals of origamifrom easy beginner shapes to more complex intermediate designs. Learn essential folding techniques, pattern reading, symmetry, and precision through clear instructions and diagrams. With projects ranging from classic cranes and flowers to geometric models and animals, youll build skill and confidence while discovering the meditative joy of folding. Perfect for beginners ready to grow or craft lovers seeking a soothing, creative escape.

Wicked Captain Walshawe, of Wauling is a haunting gothic short novel by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, one of the greatest masters of supernatural fiction. The story explores moral corruption, hidden crimes, and the slow, terrifying approach of supernatural retribution. Le Fanus restrained yet deeply unsettling style builds psychological tension rather than relying on shock, creating an atmosphere of dread that lingers long after the final page. Rich in gothic mood, moral complexity, and eerie suggestion, this tale is essential for readers who appreciate classic horror rooted in character and conscience.

Long-distance hiking? Alone? As a woman? After an existential crisis, the loss of her mobility, and years of pain from bilateral hip osteoarthritis, Mirandawith no hiking experienceembarks on her personal adventure with her new porcelain hips. She hikes the GR34, also known as the Sentier des Douaniers, for 24 days, from the pirate town of Saint-Malo to Lannion always with the sea in view. Not knowing exactly what to expect, she opens herself up to solitude, fascinating nature, and inspiring encounters. With every kilometer, her confidence grows in herself, in life, and in humanity. It is a personal story about setting out and searching, about daring and trusting and about realizing that life is not about arriving, but setting out.

Sobrevivente do Escuro é a história de uma mulher que carrega segredos sombrios, um passado de dor e silêncios que a acompanham desde a infância. Entre traumas escondidos e verdades encobertas, Maria

Quando pequenos temos a capacidade de sonhar, sentir e imaginar muito além da realidade. Ao chegar à vida adulta, nos limitamos a apenas sobreviver em um mundo totalmente imprevisível. Contudo, a vid

No futebol moderno, o placar final é diretamente influenciado por outra batalha, mais silenciosa e igualmente decisiva, que passou a definir o destino dos grandes clubes.É o jogo invisível travado nã

Neste livro, Edson Pissolato convida o leitor a percorrer a jornada de De Executivoa Mentor, mostrando como líderes podem deixar de ser apenas gestores de resultadospara se tornarem desenvolvedores de pessoas e construtores de legado. A partir dedecadas de experiencia em ambientes de alta presso, o autor apresenta historias,insights e ferramentas praticas para transformar autoridade em influencia genuina,cultura em diferencial competitivo e mentoria em estrategia de negocios.A obra preenche uma lacuna entre liderança tradicional e mentoria estrategica,ajudando executivos a entender que seu maior legado no so resultados pontuais,mas pessoas transformadas. Ao propor a transiço de chefe para mentor,o livro contribui para culturas organizacionais mais humanas, sustentaveise orientadas a proposito, sem abrir mo de desempenho e geraço de valor.E uma leitura-chave para quem deseja liderar com impacto sistemico e duradouro.

Fruto das pesquisas desenvolvidas conjuntamente e a partir da tese com a qual Felipe Cesar José Matos Rebêlo obteve o título de Doutor em Direito Político e Econômico pela Universidade Presbiteriana

Num presídio em que ninguém sabe que está na prisão, vive um prisioneiro acometido com a inconclusão perpétua: um transtorno mental que o afoga em graves crises de compulsão retórica desde a infância

Tetsuo continua na mira da Yakuza enquanto Kyoichi tenta provar sua culpa a todo custo. Para desviar a atenção da organização criminosa de qualquer suspeita, Tetsuo tenta incriminar o próprio Kyoichi

The Moons Forgotten BrideA Tale by Evelyne DLorienTales from the Silent Garden Book III (can be read as a standalone)On nights when the moon wanes too soon, she wakes beneath the willow by the lake a bride once loved by the heavens, and long forgotten by the world.When Lucien Vale, a quiet clockmaker, arrives in the valley, he begins to hear a womans voice calling through his dreams. Drawn to the lakes silver silence, he meets the Moon Bride not a spirit seeking rescue, but a soul waiting to be heard.In building a clock with no hands, Lucien discovers that love is not about keeping it is about releasing.A hauntingly poetic gothic fairytale about time, memory, and forgiveness.Written in lush, lyrical prose, this standalone tale (6,000 words / 2530 min read or listen) unfolds like a dream: soft, melancholic, and luminous rather than dark perfect for readers who cherish the emotional worlds of Neil Gaiman, Erin Morgenstern, Kelly Barnhill, or Isabel Greenberg.Themes & Motifs: Love and Time · Memory vs. Forgetting · The Moon, the Willow, and the Lake · The Clock Without Hands · Mercy through SilenceGenre: Gothic Fairytale · Dark Romance · Poetic Fantasy · Sleepcast / Short NovelKeywords: gothic fairytale, lyrical short story, poetic fantasy, dark romanticism, timeless love, forgiveness, moonlight, ghost bride, clockmaker, sleep story

"Há uma grande quantidade de informações neste livro, mas você não precisa absorver tudo de uma vez. Certas ideias vão lhe saltar aos olhos, portanto, trabalhe primeiro nelas. Se conseguir extrair um

Self-made millionaire Pete Wargent achieved financial independence at the age of 33. Based on three golden rules for wealth-building, this book demystifies the secrets of money and success, offering practical strategies for setting ambitious goals, mastering the psychology of achievement, and leveraging powerful investment principles.Whether youre dreaming of escaping the daily grind, building your own thriving business, or achieving security through shares and property, "Take a Financial Leap" gives you the roadmap to a life by design, not default.This book is essential for anyone ready to break free from limitations and make their financial dreams a realityno matter your age or starting point. Make today the first step toward lasting financial freedom and the life you truly deserve.

Em seu quinto livro de memórias, Maya Angelou nos conta do período em que viveu em Gana, nos anos 1960, época em que muitos afro-americanos buscavam na África uma reconexão com suas raízes. Maya tem

True success isnt just what you build its what survives after youre gone. Built to Last Beyond You is a guide for visionary entrepreneurs who want to create a business that outlives their lifetime. Combining strategy, leadership, and personal philosophy, this book shows how to build legacy-driven companies that preserve values, empower the next generation, and remain resilient through change. Youll learn how to design a succession plan, cultivate future leaders, embed your culture and ethics, and balance wealth with purpose. Featuring insights from multigenerational business owners and timeless principles of stewardship, this book helps you craft a legacy that honors your journey and impacts the future.

In a world that glorifies busyness, solitude feels radicaland yet, its where your truest self resides. Quiet Strength is a guide to rediscovering the beauty, power, and purpose of being alone. Through heartfelt reflection, psychological insight, and practical exercises, this book shows you how to turn solitude into a sanctuary for self-discovery and emotional renewal. Learn how to silence mental noise, nurture inner peace, and awaken creativity that only blossoms in stillness. Rather than something to avoid, time alone becomes a source of wisdom, confidence, and self-reliance. Whether you crave balance, healing, or deeper connection with yourself, Quiet Strength helps you transform solitude into your greatest ally.

Trade shows offer a high-stakes stage where brands are made, deals are closed, and networks expand exponentially. Showtime Advantage reveals the insider tactics to stand out, attract your ideal audience, and convert booth visitors into loyal business partners. Learn how to choose the right events, design show-stopping displays, manage logistics, and build pre-show buzz that draws crowds. This book also teaches the art of real-time networkinghow to approach potential partners, pitch with confidence, and follow up effectively for maximum ROI. Packed with marketing insights, exhibitor checklists, and proven sales psychology, its your complete guide to mastering the trade show arena and leaving competitors in the shadows.

The worlds most successful companiesNetflix, Adobe, Amazondont just sell products; they sell predictable experiences through subscription models. The Recurring Revolution reveals the core strategies behind building and scaling a profitable subscription-based business. From identifying the right niche to designing pricing tiers, optimizing onboarding, and reducing churn, this book equips entrepreneurs and business leaders with a complete roadmap to recurring success. It combines case studies, actionable frameworks, and metrics-driven insights to help you convert one-time buyers into lifelong subscribers. Whether youre launching a SaaS platform, a membership site, or a subscription box, learn how to design an experience that keeps customers coming back month after month.