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"The lake does not give up its dead easily, and the House of Mardykes has a long memory."Sir Bale Mardykes is a man of iron will and a cold heart, living in the ancestral home of Mardykes Hall near the secluded village of Golden Friars. He believes he is the master of his own fate, but he is haunted by a centuries-old prophecy of doom. When he cruelly causes the death of his secretary and distant relative, Philip Feltram, Sir Bale believes he has cleared a nuisance from his path. But when Feltram returnschanged, silent, and carrying the chill of the lakeSir Bale realizes that the dead have a way of reclaiming what is theirs. It is a slow-burn masterpiece of Gothic tension, where the environment itself seems to conspire against the living.The Environment as Antagonist: Le Fanu utilizes the "Atmospheric Gothic" to its fullest potential here. The swirling mists of the Lake District, the echoes in the mountain passes, and the bottomless depths of the lake serve as metaphors for Sir Bales mounting paranoia. The house and the land are not just settings; they are active participants in the baronets downfall.A Study in Psychological Ruin: Unlike many contemporary ghost stories, the horror in The Haunted Baronet is deeply internal. We watch Sir Bales skepticism slowly erode as the supernatural elements become undeniable. The figure of the "Returned" Feltram is one of Le Fanus most effective creationsa ghost that doesnt just haunt, but inhabits the social space of the living.The Weight of Ancestry: Le Fanu explores the idea that we are never truly free from the actions of our forefathers. Sir Bale is a victim of his own bloodline as much as his own choices. The novella builds to a tragic and inevitable climax that proves that some debts can only be paid in lifeblood.Beware the calm waters of Golden Friars. Purchase "The Haunted Baronet" today.

The Possessed, also known as Demons, is Dostoyevskys most politically charged novel, examining the rise of radical ideology and moral collapse in 19th-century Russia. Through a cast of extremists and manipulators, the novel exposes the spiritual emptiness and destructive consequences of nihilism. Fierce, prophetic, and unsettling, this work remains one of the most relevant novels ever written about political fanaticism.

The Gambler is a fast-paced and intensely personal novel inspired by Dostoyevskys own struggles with gambling addiction. Set in a fictional European resort town, the novel examines obsession, financial desperation, pride, and destructive love. Sharp, ironic, and psychologically revealing, this work offers a gripping study of human weakness and compulsion, making it one of Dostoyevskys most accessible yet disturbing novels.

Dal 1776 ad oggi, gli Stati Uniti sono stati coinvolti in unimpressionante numero di guerre da quelle fondative sul proprio suolo, passando per espansioni continentali e guerre mondiali, fino ai moderni conflitti globali contro nemici irregolari e terroristi. Le motivazioni variano: dallindipendenza e unificazione territoriale, allespansione imperialista (destino manifesto), fino allideologia del contenimento del comunismo e, piu recentemente, alla lotta contro il terrorismo e la difesa di un ordine internazionale liberale. Gli esiti sono altrettanto vari: successi netti (come WWII, Guerra del Golfo 1991), stalli sanguinosi (Corea, la lunga Guerra Fredda senza confronto diretto ma con tante vittime per procura), sconfitte costose (Vietnam, Afghanistan 2021), dubbi successi (Iraq 2003, interventi post-2011).In termini umani, il tributo delle guerre americane e elevatissimo, specialmente per le altre nazioni coinvolte. Gli Stati Uniti hanno speso forse 20 anni su 245 in pace, essendo quasi costantemente in qualche forma di conflitto. Le stime dei caduti americani in guerre dallIndipendenza fino a oggi superano 1.300.000 soldati (piu di meta solo nella Guerra Civile), a cui si aggiungono centinaia di migliaia di feriti. Le perdite dei nemici e dei civili sono contate in decine di milioni solo nel XX secolo, le guerre di cui gli USA furono attori hanno visto forse 50-60 milioni di morti (tra WWII, Corea, Vietnam, Iraq, ecc.). Come osserva uno studio, dallindomani della WWII al 2018 gli USA hanno combattuto in almeno dozzine di conflitti armati, e sono direttamente o indirettamente responsabili di milioni di morti. Il ruolo globale militare americano continua ad evolvere: il XXI secolo ha visto il peso crescente della competizione con altre potenze (Russia, Cina) e sfide come la cyber-guerra. Ma la lezione storica rimane che ogni intervento armato comporta costi e conseguenze spesso non previste. Dallindipendenza a oggi, la storia militare degli Stati Uniti riflette lascesa del paese da giovane repubblica isolata a superpotenza egemone, con tutte le responsabilita e controversie che cio comporta. Guardando al passato, si scorgono momenti di coraggio e successo come pure errori, crimini e tragedie: un retaggio composito che gli USA e il mondo intero continuano a valutare e affrontare.I mini-ebook di Passerino Editore sono guide agili, essenziali e complete, per orientarsi nella storia del mondo.A cura di Antonio Ferraiuolo.

"It was the face of a man who had died in a paroxysm of terror."Two young medical students, seeking a quiet place to study, rent a massive, dilapidated old house in Dublins Aungier Street. But the silence they seek is soon shattered by heavy, unseen footsteps, the scratching of a giant rat, and the terrifying apparition of a large man with a crimson velvet waistcoat. They soon discover the houses dark history: it was once the residence of a notorious "hanging judge" who took his own life within its walls. As the atmosphere grows increasingly oppressive, the students realize that the Judges spirit is not merely wanderingit is actively seeking a new victim.The Master of Atmospheric Dread: Le Fanu is a pioneer of psychological horror. In this story, he uses the "uncanny"taking a familiar domestic space and making it feel wrong. The horror isnt just in the ghost itself, but in the growing sense of unease, the shadows that move on their own, and the feeling of being watched by something that "ought not to be there."The Legacy of the "Hanging Judge": The figure of the Judge represents a common theme in Le Fanus work: the past refusing to stay buried. The Judges cruelty in life translates into a predatory supernatural presence in death. The storys climax is a masterclass in suspense, as one of the students finds himself paralyzed by the gaze of the long-dead jurist.A Classic for Fans of the Macabre: Often cited as one of the greatest ghost stories ever written, this tale influenced a generation of horror writers, including M.R. James. It is a brief but unforgettable journey into the heart of a haunted city.Open the door to Aungier Street. Purchase this classic of Gothic horror today.

We live in an age where economic uncertainty has become a structural condition of everyday life. Inflation, job instability, constant change and a relentless flow of information make it increasingly difficult to navigate and make calm decisions about money.Personal Finance in Uncertain Times offers a financial education programme that focuses on awareness, choices and peoples well-being, avoiding technical or prescriptive approaches. The book guides the reader through a progressive reflection on their relationship with money, the emotions that influence economic decisions and the impact that uncertainty has on daily life.Using clear and accessible language, the author addresses fundamental issues such as resource management, budgeting, saving, liquidity, debt, risk and inflation, always with an educational and informative approach. The aim is not to provide universal solutions, but to offer guidance tools to develop greater decision-making autonomy and a more balanced relationship with money.The book is aimed at those who want to get organised, better understand the economic context in which they live and make choices that are more consistent with their values and life goals. Personal Finance in Uncertain Times is not an investment manual or a guide to financial advice, but a financial education text designed for students, families, educators and training contexts.In uncertain times, personal finance becomes a life skill. This book invites you to develop it with awareness, realism and responsibility.

The Phantom of the Opera is a timeless gothic classic that blends romance, horror, and tragedy within the shadowed halls of the Paris Opera House. Gaston Lerouxs haunting tale of a brilliant but disfigured musical genius explores obsession, beauty, and isolation. Atmospheric and emotionally charged, this novel has inspired countless adaptations and remains one of the most beloved gothic romances of all time.

Great Expectations is one of Charles Dickenss most enduring novels, following the moral and emotional development of the orphan Pip. Through themes of wealth, class, love, and self-discovery, Dickens delivers a profound critique of social ambition and false ideals. Emotionally rich and unforgettable, this novel remains a cornerstone of English literature.

In the Days of the Comet presents a hopeful and unconventional vision of global transformation. When a mysterious comet alters human consciousness, society experiences a moral and emotional awakening. H. G. Wells uses this cosmic event to explore peace, cooperation, and ethical evolution, contrasting personal growth with global change. Philosophical and imaginative, this novel reflects Wellss belief in humanitys capacity for progress.

The Food of the Gods explores the unpredictable consequences of scientific discovery. When a substance that causes rapid growth is unleashed upon the world, society is forced to confront fear, progress, and generational change. H. G. Wells uses this premise to examine the conflict between innovation and tradition, making the novel both thrilling and deeply philosophical. A powerful example of science fiction as social critique.

Francis Weller ci conduce in un itinerario controcorrente, invitandoci sul margine selvaggio del dolore, dove impariamo a coltivare larte del lutto e a riconoscere la vitalita?, la comunione con gli altri e con il pianeta che possono emergere quando smettiamo di temere la perdita e la accogliamo come parte essenziale del vivere.In una cultura sempre piu? disallineata dai bisogni dellanima segnata da modelli di amnesia e anestesia che indeboliscono la nostra capacita? di attraversare il dolore personale e collettivo Weller ci aiuta a riscoprire cio? che la modernita? ha oscurato. Ci mostra come il lutto sia sempre stato unesperienza comunitaria e quanto abbiamo bisogno del contatto curativo degli altri per metabolizzare pienamente il nostro dolore. Francis Weller mette in luce come spesso nascondiamo la nostra disperazione al mondo, coprendola di un manto segreto di vergogna, e come questo dolore trattenuto nel corpo finisca per trascinarci nel territorio della depressione e della morte.Da qui nasce lurgenza, sottolineata da Weller, di recuperare pratiche, linguaggi e spazi condivisi in cui il dolore possa essere accolto e trasformato. E? da questa consapevolezza che prende forza lintero percorso proposto nel libro. Unopera che racchiude una saggezza radicale e necessaria, un rimedio essenziale per lepoca che stiamo attraversando.

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Nerone e passato alla storia come il simbolo della follia al potere: limperatore incendiario, il persecutore dei cristiani, lartista vanitoso incapace di governare. Ma quanto di questa immagine e frutto della propaganda dei suoi nemici e dei vincitori?In Nerone. Il principe maledetto, Andrea Taetti conduce il lettore dentro il cuore contraddittorio del principato neroniano, smontando i miti e interrogando le fonti antiche con rigore e spirito critico. Ne emerge il ritratto di un sovrano complesso, cresciuto allombra di intrighi di corte, sospeso tra ambizioni artistiche, riforme politiche, passioni e tragedie personali. Tra congiure, tensioni sociali, scontri ideologici e una Roma in trasformazione, Nerone appare non solo come tiranno, ma come uomo prigioniero del proprio ruolo e del giudizio implacabile della storia. Un principe maledetto, si, ma anche una delle figure piu affascinanti e discusse dellantichita. Un libro che invita a guardare oltre la leggenda nera per riscoprire, senza assoluzioni ne condanne facili, il volto autentico di uno degli imperatori piu enigmatici di Roma.Andrea Taetti (classe 1986), laureato in storia dellarte e teologia, ex insegnante,oggi imprenditore da quasi ventanni in una ditta a conduzione familiare.Impegnato nellassociazionismo e amante della natura e del trekking. Tra le passioni principali ha la fotografia e la cucina. Presso la casa editrice Passerino ha pubblicato alcuni saggi e un volume di poesie.

Una band di sei ragazzi - ognuno con una storia e un percorso di crescita -, una importante producer musicale alla ricerca di giovani talentuosi, due famiglie alle prese con le difficolta dellessere genitori, una star della musica dal passato enigmatico:sono solo alcuni dei personaggi che si avvicendano in un intreccio narrativo pieno di colpi di scena. Un romanzo che vuole coinvolgere il lettore in atmosfere narrative piene di suggestioni, pathos, sorprese, emozioni.Cinque le citta coinvolte: Alba Adriatica, Teramo, Newcastle,Londra e Stoccolma. Citta diverse e lontane che - come in un circuito magico - entrano in relazione e fanno da sfondo a tante microstorie, ognuna portavoce di una tematica, di un messaggio, di una riflessione che stimola limmaginario del lettore. E ladolescenza la dimensione predominante in queste pagine, con le paure dei ragazzi, le difficolta della crescita, la voglia di non arrendersi di fronte alle circostanze negative della vita edi reagire per realizzare i propri sogni.

CHK files in Windows are fragments of corrupted files that are created by the Check Disk (chkdsk) or ScanDisk utilities. These utilities run automatically or manually to scan the file system for errors and attempt to repair them. When inconsistencies or errors are found during this process, instead of deleting the potentially lost data, Windows saves these file fragments as .chk files within a hidden folder named "Found.000" (or similar, like Found.001, etc.) located in the root directory of the scanned drive. These CHK files essentially represent pieces of data that the system could not associate with any specific file during the repair process. As a result, they lack their original file names and extensions, making them difficult to identify and open directly.Free OpenSource CHK File Fragment Data Recovery Data Rescue Apps for Windows 11 OS is a software tool designed to recover files that have been broken into fragments (pieces) and saved as .chk files. This happens when Windows built-in utility, CHKDSK, tries to fix disk errors caused by crashes, power outages, or bad sectors. CHKDSK often moves corrupted or lost data into .chk files, but these files dont have clear names or extensions, making them difficult to open. The recovery app scans these .chk fragments and attempts to identify what type of file they were originally (e.g., a photo, document, or video). Once identified, the app can help restore the file by renaming it with the correct extension, making it accessible again.

How to Become a Profitable Angel Investor is a practical, easy-to-understand guide for anyone who wants to invest in startups and earn high returns with confidence. Written for beginners and experienced investors alike, this book explains angel investing step by stepfrom building the right investor mindset and finding quality startup deals to due diligence, valuation, term sheets, risk management, and exit strategies. Using simple language, real-world examples, and proven frameworks, it shows how to invest smartly, protect capital, and grow a profitable startup investment portfolio over time. Ideal for angel investors, entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone searching for a complete startup investing guide, this book helps you make informed decisions and succeed in the startup ecosystem.

A Universidade já tem mais de um milênio. Nos tempos recentes, ela vem mudando: aumentaram os estudantes, que em 2022 eram mais que 225 milhões. Aumentaram também as ocupações que demandam formação s

Die Stadt Oberhausen verleiht seit 2023 jahrlich die Auszeichnung Baukultur Oberhausen. Sie steht fur hervorragende Baukultur und besondere baukulturelle Leistungen. Gewurdigt werden Bauten, Bauwerke, Lebenswerke, Organisationen und Personen, die einen besonderen Beitrag zur Baukultur in Oberhausen oder aus Oberhausen heraus geleistet haben. Baukultur ist eine Gemeinschaftsaufgabe, zu deren Gelingen viele Akteure beitragen. Stellvertretend gewurdigt werden die Architekt:innen fur ihre gestalterische Leistung und die Bauherr:innen bzw. Eigentumer:innen fur die Moglichkeit und den Mut zur Umsetzung.Die zentrale Haltestelle Neue Mitte beeindruckt mit der Wurdigung der industriellen Vergangenheit des Ortes und der Ubersetzung dieser in ein modernes Bauwerk, welches urbanes Kunstwerk und Symbol fur den Strukturwandel zugleich ist.

Die Stadt Oberhausen verleiht seit 2023 jahrlich die Auszeichnung Baukultur Oberhausen. Sie steht fur hervorragende Baukultur und besondere baukulturelle Leistungen. Gewurdigt werden Bauten, Bauwerke, Lebenswerke, Organisationen und Personen, die einen besonderen Beitrag zur Baukultur in Oberhausen oder aus Oberhausen heraus geleistet haben. Baukultur ist eine Gemeinschaftsaufgabe, zu deren Gelingen viele Akteure beitragen. Stellvertretend gewurdigt werden die Architekt:innen fur ihre gestalterische Leistung und die Bauherr:innen bzw. Eigentumer:innen fur die Moglichkeit und den Mut zur Umsetzung.Das Schalendach an der St. Antony-Hutte verbindet moderne Architektur und innovative Ingenieurskunst mit der Historie und Heimatgeschichte der Stadt Oberhausen und des Ruhrgebiets.

Em um apelo para que a separação entre as ciências exatas e humanas não funcione como um muro entre as duas visões, impedindo que nasça uma colaboração frutífera, o livro Mentes brilhantes não pensam