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I was only gone a half hour. When I came back, he was gone.Puppeteer Bob Harker has wandered the grey sands of Weston-Super-Mare for as long as anyone can remember, peddling his own brand of PunchnJudy to tourists and locals alike. Now, according to Reggie Bowles, his best friend, Bob Harker is dead.The only problem is that Bobs body has disappeared.Convinced by Reggie to investigate both Bobs death and subsequent disappearance, private investigator John Slim Hardy finds himself with a tricky case on his hands.Not only can he find no trace of Bob Harker, but it turns out that the mans life was almost as mysterious as his death.If indeed Bob is even deadFrom the author of The Man by the Sea and The Clockmakers Secret, comes a twisting mystery that will keep you reading all night.

The Bobbsey Twins at Home continues the charming adventures of the Bobbsey family, focusing on the everyday life of the twin siblingsBert and Nan, and Flossie and Freddie. Set in their warm and lively household, the story highlights the childrens playful antics, imaginative games, and the strong bonds that tie the family together.Through humorous situations, small adventures, and gentle moral lessons, Laura Lee Hope captures the innocence and joy of childhood. Readers experience the fun, mischief, and learning moments that come from family life, friendship, and curiosity.Perfect for fans of classic childrens literature, The Bobbsey Twins at Home offers wholesome entertainment, timeless family values, and delightful storytelling that continues to engage young readers and nostalgic audiences alike.

Six Little Bunkers at Grandpa Fords is a charming childrens novel that follows the adventures of the Bunker children during a visit to their grandfathers countryside home. Filled with curiosity, mischief, and heartwarming moments, the story captures the innocence and playful spirit of childhood.As the children explore Grandpa Fords property, they encounter amusing situations, learn important life lessons, and strengthen their bonds as a family. Laura Lee Hopes engaging narrative and lively characters make the book a delightful read for young readers, evoking both laughter and gentle moral insights.Perfect for fans of classic childrens literature, this story combines adventure, humor, and wholesome family values, making it a timeless addition to any young readers library.

The Bobbsey Twins at Meadow Brook follows the beloved Bobbsey siblingsBert, Nan, Flossie, and Freddieon a delightful summer adventure at Meadow Brook. Away from home, the twins explore the countryside, make new friends, and encounter amusing mishaps that test their curiosity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.Filled with humor, heartwarming family moments, and gentle lessons about friendship and honesty, Laura Lee Hope captures the innocence and excitement of childhood. The story combines wholesome adventure with engaging characters, making it a timeless read for young readers.Ideal for fans of classic childrens literature, The Bobbsey Twins at Meadow Brook offers fun, moral insights, and charming storytelling that continues to delight generations.

First written over 2,500 years ago, Tao Te Ching is a foundational text of Taoism and one of the most influential works in Chinese philosophy. Composed of 81 short chapters, it presents profound insights into the nature of life, leadership, harmony, and the universe, emphasizing simplicity, humility, and balance.Through poetic and aphoristic language, Laozi explores the principles of the Taothe Wayand how humans can align their lives with its natural flow. The text addresses themes such as wisdom, virtue, action through non-action (wu wei), and the interconnection of all things, offering guidance on personal conduct, governance, and spiritual growth.Celebrated for its brevity, depth, and universal relevance, Tao Te Ching continues to inspire readers across cultures, providing timeless wisdom for navigating life with clarity, compassion, and inner peace.

A ruthless captain. A dark secret. A haunting legacy.In Wicked Captain Walshawe, Of Wauling, Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu presents a chilling Gothic tale set against the shadowy backdrop of Irish society and maritime intrigue.The story follows the sinister Captain Walshawe, whose past deeds and mysterious presence cast a long, ominous shadow. As secrets emerge and tension builds, Le Fanu masterfully blends psychological suspense with supernatural undertones.Rich in atmosphere and moral complexity, this classic Victorian tale is perfect for readers who enjoy Gothic fiction, dark legends, and eerie historical drama.Enter a world where the past refuses to stay burieddownload this haunting classic today.

An ancient manuscript. A daring expedition. A world beneath our own.In A Journey into the Center of the Earth, Jules Verne leads readers on a thrilling underground adventure. When Professor Lidenbrock deciphers a mysterious Icelandic manuscript, he and his companions descend into a volcanic crateronly to discover a hidden world filled with prehistoric creatures, vast caverns, and astonishing natural wonders.Blending scientific curiosity, suspense, and imaginative storytelling, this pioneering novel helped shape the foundation of modern science fiction.Exciting, visionary, and timeless, it remains one of Vernes most celebrated adventures.Descend into the unknowndownload A Journey into the Center of the Earth today.

A Terra está irreconhecível. Após passar por mais duas guerras mundiais, a Terceira e a Quarta, o mundo foi invadido por uma civilização que acabou dizimando boa parte da população, "recebendo" um pl

Na França, um homem é punido: seus mamilos são arrancados por tenazes, bem como parte da pele de suas coxas e de seus braços; despejam-lhe nas feridas abertas um líquido fervente; seus membros são am

For decades, it was the gaming worlds most famous urban legend: Did Atari really bury millions of unsold cartridges of "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" in a New Mexico landfill? The answer, unearthed in 2014, was yes. But the story behind the burial is far more fascinating than the plastic in the ground."The Atari Burial" chronicles the meteoric rise and catastrophic fall of Atari in the early 1980s. It details the hubris of a company that spent millions to license the E.T. brand but gave the developer only five weeks to code the game for the Christmas rush. The resulting product was practically unplayable, triggering a collapse in consumer confidence that nearly destroyed the entire video game industry in 1983.This book is a business case study on quality control and a nostalgic trip to the era of the console wars. It explains how a market flooded with low-quality "shovelware" led to a crash that paved the way for Nintendo to save the day. It is the story of the most expensive mistake in pixel history.

In 1993, a small team of misfits in Mesquite, Texas, unleashed a piece of software that changed the world. It was violent, it was fast, and it was technically impossible. It was called Doom. "The Shareware Demon" tells the adrenaline-fueled story of Id Software, focusing on the volatile partnership between the coding genius John Carmack and the design rockstar John Romero.The book explores the revolutionary business model of "Shareware"giving away the first episode for free to get players hookedwhich led to Doom being installed on more computers than Windows 95. It details the technical wizardry of the Doom engine, which brought 3D graphics to the masses, and the cultural panic it incited among parents and politicians who feared it was a "murder simulator."From the deathmatch parties that crashed university networks to the Ferrari-driving excess of the founders, this is the definitive history of the First Person Shooter. It is a story of brilliance, ego, and the chainsaw that carved a path for the entire video game industry.

In 1979, a young Steve Jobs visited the Xerox PARC research center in Palo Alto. He was given a tour of their latest projects and saw something that made him jump around the room shouting, "Why arent you doing anything with this? This is the greatest thing. This is revolutionary!" What he saw was the Graphical User Interface (GUI) and the mouse."The Xerox Raid" is the tragic business case study of Xerox, a company that invented the personal computer, the laser printer, Ethernet, and the mouse, but failed to monetize any of it because their leadership was obsessed with selling more photocopiers. They literally gave away the keys to the digital kingdom to Apple and Microsoft for pennies.This book explores the "fumble of the future." It analyzes how corporate bureaucracy stifles innovation and why being the first to invent something is useless if you dont have the vision to sell it. It is a warning to all market leaders: the thing that will kill you is probably already in your R&D lab, gathering dust.

Jane Field follows Mrs. Jane Field and Amanda Pratt as they navigate family obligations, social expectations, and rural community life. The story opens in Amandas cottage, where her careful routines and interactions reveal her character and foreshadow the struggles ahead. Freeman examines resilience, loneliness, and moral courage, portraying the quiet tensions and personal trials that shape womens lives in a small New England village.

Silence and Other Stories gathers New England local-color tales exploring womens inner lives under social and spiritual strain. The title story follows Silence Hoit, whose lover David is taken during a frontier raid, leaving her to endure months of fear, longing, and suspense until his eventual return. Other stories, like The Buckley Lady, examine family sacrifice, social ambition, and the subtle pressures shaping womens lives.

Contabilita generale: impara la contabilita con la gamificationLa contabilita e spesso vista come un campo ostico e noioso, ma cosa accadrebbe se diventasse un gioco? In questo libro innovativo, lautore presenta un nuovo approccio per imparare la contabilita arricchito dalla gamification. La Contabilita a Colori e un metodo che trasforma lapprendimento in unesperienza unica nel suo genere: grazie a tecniche pratiche e interattive, i lettori scopriranno come il gioco, i colori, le dinamiche ludiche possano rendere comprensibili anche i concetti contabili piu complessi, migliorando la memorizzazione e riducendo la frustrazione. Un percorso che non solo insegna i fondamenti della disciplina, ma li integra in modo concreto, sia nella vita professionale che quotidiana.Dai principi base fino ad applicazioni avanzate, ogni capitolo offre spunti per imparare in modo divertente, utilizzando sfide e feedback immediati per stimolare la curiosita, la motivazione e la perseveranza. Che tu sia uno studente, un docente o un professionista, questo libro ti guidera passo dopo passo, rendendo la contabilita un argomento accessibile e, perche no, anche allegro.Pronto a giocare con la Contabilita a colori? Scopri come trasformare questa materia da ostica a affascinante con un metodo semplice, sintetico, simpatico e, soprattutto, coinvolgente. Buona lettura e buon gioco!________________________________________LautoreMichele Della Valle e un esperto di contabilita e gamification, appassionato nel rendere lapprendimento piu semplice e gioioso. Con questo libro, intende portare un approccio innovativo e pratico nelle mani di studenti, docenti e professionisti per rivoluzionare il modo in cui la contabilita viene studiata

La plupart des gens vivent en réagissant aux événements plutôt quen les planifiant. Ce livre transforme la pensée stratégique dun concept abstrait en un outil pratique au quotidien. À travers 14 chap

A maioria das pessoas vive reagindo aos acontecimentos em vez de planejá-los. Este livro transforma o pensamento estratégico de um conceito abstrato em uma ferramenta prática para o dia a dia. Ao longo de 14 capitulos, voce aprendera a distinguir tatica de estrategia, calcular o custo de oportunidade de cada escolha, automatizar decises recorrentes para liberar energia mental, aplicar a teoria dos jogos as relaçes e escolher deliberadamente quais batalhas travar. No se trata de teoria abstrata, mas de estruturas replicaveis testadas em carreiras, finanças, tempo, relacionamentos e decises cotidianas. Este livro transformara radicalmente sua maneira de pensar, decidir e agir passando de viver por padro para viver deliberadamente.

The Bobbsey Twins in Washington takes Bert, Nan, Flossie, and Freddie on an exciting trip to the nations capital. Surrounded by historic landmarks, government buildings, and fascinating museums, the twins eagerly explore the city while learning about American history and civic life.Amid sightseeing adventures and unexpected surprises, the children encounter small mysteries and amusing mishaps that test their curiosity, courage, and teamwork. Guided by their strong family values, they discover important lessons about responsibility, honesty, and helping others.Blending education with wholesome adventure, this classic installment in the beloved Bobbsey Twins series offers young readers an engaging and heartwarming journey through Washington, filled with charm, discovery, and timeless appeal.

Uma peça de teatro.Um ingresso encontrado ao acaso.Uma plateia silenciosa diante de algo grandioso.E uma montanha… que só pode ser escalada com coragem, energia e consciência.Em O Segredo da Montanha

The decipherment of ancient writing systems represents intellectual breakthroughs that transformed archaeological finds into historical testimony, giving voice to civilizations silent for millennia. This exploration examines major decipherment achievementsfrom Egyptian hieroglyphs to Linear B, from Maya glyphs to cuneiformusing scholarly correspondence, breakthrough discoveries, and methodological analyses to reconstruct how patient research unlocked languages no living person could read.Through the Rosetta Stones trilingual key, Jean-François Champollion cracked Egyptian hieroglyphs after decades of false starts by predecessors. Michael Ventris revealed Linear B as Greek centuries before scholars expected alphabetic writing in the Aegean. Yuri Knorozov demonstrated Maya glyphs were phonetic despite entrenched scholarly resistance. Henry Rawlinsons copying of the Behistun inscription enabled cuneiform decipherment that opened Mesopotamian history.Documentary evidencedecipherment notebooks, scholarly debates, incremental publications, verification processesreveals the painstaking detective work behind breakthroughs often misrepresented as sudden inspiration. Each decipherment required identifying script types, finding bilingual texts, recognizing phonetic versus logographic elements, and systematic testing of hypotheses against expanding textual corpora.Each case study examines specific challenges and breakthrough methodologies. Understand how different script types demanded different approaches, how scholarly preconceptions hindered progress, how collaboration and competition both accelerated research, and how decipherment transformed static archaeological artifacts into dynamic historical sources that continue yielding new insights as scholars refine translation techniques.