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A Game of Thrones: The Story Continues (A Song of Ice and Fire #1)
by null George R.R. MartinHBO’s hit series A GAME OF THRONES is based on George R. R. Martin’s internationally bestselling series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE, the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age. A GAME OF THRONES is the first volume in the series. Summers span decades. Winter can last a lifetime. And the struggle for the Iron Throne has begun. As Warden of the north, Lord Eddard Stark counts it a curse when King Robert bestows on him the office of the Hand. His honour weighs him down at court where a true man does what he will, not what he must … and a dead enemy is a thing of beauty. The old gods have no power in the south, Stark’s family is split and there is treachery at court. Worse, the vengeance-mad heir of the deposed Dragon King has grown to maturity in exile in the Free Cities. He claims the Iron Throne.
Mary Poppins: Slipcase (Collins Modern Classics Ser. #No. 1)
by null P. L. TraversDiscover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures! The original best-loved classic about the world’s most famous nanny – Mary Poppins. When the Banks family advertise for a nanny, Mary Poppins and her talking umbrella appear out of the sky, ready to take the children on extraordinary adventures. Mary Poppins is strict but fair, and soon Michael and Jane are whisked off to a funfair inside a pavement picture and on many more outings with their wonderful new nanny! Needless to say, when at last ‘the wind changes’ and she flies away, the children are devastated. But the magic of Mary Poppins will stay with the Banks family forever. The original story of the world’s most famous nanny, Mary Poppins, is a timeless classic that has enchanted generations.
Night of Power: The Betrayal of the Middle East
by null Robert Fisk'ROBERT FISK HAS BEEN REPORTING FROM THE MIDDLE EAST WITH INCOMPARABLE DEPTH AND UNDERSTANDING…AND EXTRAORDINARY COURAGE' NOAM CHOMSKY In this final work from renowned journalist Robert Fisk, he picks up reporting on the Middle East where his internationally bestselling The Great War of Civilisation left off. An extraordinary chronicle of Fisk's trademark rigorous journalism, historical analysis and eyewitness reporting. Fully immersed in the Middle East and critical of the West's ongoing interference, Fisk was committed to uncovering complex and uncomfortable truths that rarely featured on the traditional news agenda. With a foreword from fellow Middle East correspondent and former colleague Patrick Cockburn, Night of Power delivers an essential and final account from one of the world's finest journalists, and proves itself timely as ever. ‘Every sentence of Robert Fisk radiates his loathe of wars and the inevitable dehumanization they produce, which makes his (sadly) last book an everlasting warning, beyond its value as a meticulous historical recount and analysis of today's events’ Amira Hass, journalist, Haaretz 'Fisk's reporting is clear-eyed and unflinching, a model for what journalists should aspire to practice in their ever more important and widely threatened craft' Anthony Arnove, editor, Iraq Under Siege and author, Iraq: The Logic of Withdrawal
Wrath of a Mad God: Flight Of The Night Hawks, Into A Dark Realm, Wrath Of A Mad God (Darkwar #3)
by null Raymond FeistThe final book in The Darkwar series from the world-wide best-selling author of Magician.Wrath of a Mad God witnesses the cataclysmic end to one of Feist’s best-loved worlds. The Darkwar has fallen upon the worlds of Kelewan and Midkemia; a time of heroes, trials and destruction. Following their dangerous mission to the realm of the alien Dasati, Magnus and the other members of the Conclave must now find a way to use what they discovered to help save their own people from the wrath of a mad god.
The Year of Magical Thinking (Sparknotes Literature Guide Ser.)
by null Joan DidionFrom one of America's iconic writers, a portrait of a marriage and a life – in good times and bad – that will speak to anyone who has ever loved a husband or wife or child. A stunning book of electric honesty and passion. Several days before Christmas 2003, John Gregory Dunne and Joan Didion saw their only daughter, Quintana, fall ill. At first they thought it was flu, then pneumonia, then complete sceptic shock. She was put into an induced coma and placed on life support. Days later – the night before New Year’s Eve –the Dunnes were just sitting down to dinner after visiting the hospital when John suffered a massive and fatal coronary. In a second, this close, symbiotic partnership of 40 years was over. Four weeks later, their daughter pulled through. Two months after that, arriving at LA airport, she collapsed and underwent six hours of brain surgery at UCLA Medical Centre to relieve a massive hematoma. This powerful book is Didion’s ‘attempt to make sense of the weeks and then months that cut loose any fixed idea I ever had about death, about illness … about marriage and children and memory … about the shallowness of sanity, about life itself’. The result is an exploration of an intensely personal yet universal experience: a portrait of a marriage, and a life, in good times and bad.
Caravan to Vaccares
by null Alistair MacLeanThe classic tale of suspense set in Provence, where an English tourist investigates a series of mysterious deaths, from the acclaimed master of action and suspense. From all over Europe, even from behind the Iron Curtain, gypsies make an annual pilgrimage to the holy shrine of their patron saint in the Provence region of southern France. But something is different about this year's gathering, with many suspicious deaths. Cecile Dubois and Neil Bowman decide to investigate. Eavesdropping, Bowman discovers that a man named Gaiuse Strome is financing the gypsies, and his suspicions on the real identity of Strome center on a highly wealthy aristocrat, distinguished folklorist and gastronome, Le Grand Duc Charles de Croytor, whose girlfriend Lila Delafont is a friend of Cecile. As they follow the caravan, Bowman and Cecile find that their lives in danger many times in an effort to uncover the secret the gypsies are so determined to hide, and before long are running for their lives.
Nobody’s Girl
by null Kitty NealeAbandoned and alone, you'll do anything to survive… The dramatic novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author. ABANDONED On the cold stone steps of an orphanage, only a few hours old and clutching the object which was to give her name, Pearl Button had a hard start to life. ALONE Now 16, she's finally managed to escape the cruel confines of the orphanage. Finding work at a nearby café, Pearl is thrilled to start earning her own money, even if she must contend with sharp-tongued Dolly Dolby and her menacing son Kevin. AT RISK Soon, though, Pearl's life is thrown into jeopardy when she becomes entangled in the murky South London underworld. Can gentle giant Derek Lewis protect vulnerable Pearl from handsome but cruel Kevin – and her own heart? Meanwhile, at the orphanage where Pearl spent her wretched childhood, a terrible secret that she has guarded is about to be unleashed… A gripping and heartrending saga from the Sunday Times bestseller. Perfect for fans of Katie Flynn and Dilly Court. Originally published 2007 Praise for Nobody's Girl: 'I couldn't put this book down! The characters really come to life.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I enjoyed this so much I went on to read another six of Kitty's books in quick succession, reading until the early hours…' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I really enjoyed this book … It had twists and turns that I hadn't expected!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A brilliant story … The characters are well thought out and Kitty had you believing you knew them, a great author!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I did not want it to end!' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Joshimath - Vikas ya Vinash?: जोशीमठ - विकास या विनाश?
by Shivendra Suryavanshi"जोशीमठ - विकास या विनाश?" शिवेन्द्र सूर्यवंशी द्वारा लिखित एक पुस्तक है जो उत्तराखंड के जोशीमठ क्षेत्र में हो रहे पर्यावरणीय और विकासात्मक परिवर्तनों पर केंद्रित है। पुस्तक का मुख्य उद्देश्य जोशीमठ के विकास और पर्यावरणीय प्रभावों के बीच के संबंधों की गहराई से जांच करना है। यहाँ इस पुस्तक का सारांश प्रस्तुत है: परिचय और पृष्ठभूमि, विकास की यात्रा, विकास के सकारात्मक पहलू, विनाश के चिन्ह, स्थानीय निवासियों की आवाज़, विकास और पर्यावरण के बीच संतुलन और निष्कर्ष और भविष्य की राह। शिवेन्द्र सूर्यवंशी ने इस पुस्तक में गहन शोध और स्थानीय अनुभवों के माध्यम से जोशीमठ के विकास और पर्यावरणीय चुनौतियों को प्रस्तुत किया है। यह पुस्तक उन सभी के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है जो विकास और पर्यावरण के बीच के जटिल संबंधों को समझना चाहते हैं और जोशीमठ जैसे संवेदनशील क्षेत्रों में टिकाऊ विकास की संभावनाओं का अन्वेषण करना चाहते हैं।
The Wonderful World of Relationships
by Poonam MalikIn "The Wonderful World of Relationships," Poonam Malik delves into the multifaceted nature of relationships and their profound impact on our lives. Through her insightful exploration, Malik emphasizes the significance of friendship, family, marriage, and professional interactions, particularly in the context of recent global changes. She also considers the influence of fictional relationships and the essential connections we have with ourselves and with a higher power. Drawing from her experiences as a homemaker and career woman, Malik underscores the necessity of nurturing these bonds through mindfulness, acceptance, and understanding. This book is a heartfelt guide to fostering positive and harmonious relationships in all areas of life.
Mathematics class 10 - Tamil Nadu Board
by State Council of Educational Research and TrainingThe 10th Standard Mathematics textbook under the Free Textbook Programme of the Government of Tamil Nadu, India, offers a comprehensive and interactive learning experience. Covering topics such as Relations and Functions, Numbers and Sequences, Algebra, Geometry, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Mensuration, and Statistics and Probability, the textbook provides a detailed list of mathematical symbols used throughout. It emphasizes diverse learning methods, including Thinking Corners, practical Activities, Multiple Choice Questions, and an ICT Corner for integrating technology. A significant focus is placed on explaining relations and functions with real-life applications and illustrative exercises, fostering a deep understanding of mathematical concepts among students.
Political Science class 12 - GSTB
by Gujarat State Board of School TextbooksThe political science curriculum provides an insightful overview of political parties and systems in India, emphasizing their crucial role in a democracy as intermediaries between the people and the government. It explores India's party system, particularly the historical one-party dominance of the Congress party. The text also examines challenges to Indian democracy, including social inequalities, literacy rates, regionalism, and terrorism, and suggests constitutional remedies. Additionally, it highlights India's contributions to the United Nations, the concept of peace, and conditions justifying war. Environmental issues are addressed, focusing on global protection efforts like the Stockholm conference. This comprehensive overview aims to enhance students' understanding of political and environmental issues in India and the world.
The Wonderful World of Relationships
by Poonam MalikIn "The Wonderful World of Relationships," Poonam Malik delves into the multifaceted nature of relationships and their profound impact on our lives. Through her insightful exploration, Malik emphasizes the significance of friendship, family, marriage, and professional interactions, particularly in the context of recent global changes. She also considers the influence of fictional relationships and the essential connections we have with ourselves and with a higher power. Drawing from her experiences as a homemaker and career woman, Malik underscores the necessity of nurturing these bonds through mindfulness, acceptance, and understanding. This book is a heartfelt guide to fostering positive and harmonious relationships in all areas of life.
Jobs Done By Persons With Disability
by EnAble IndiaEnAble India's document celebrates the achievements of persons with disabilities in the workforce, focusing on job opportunities in its 2020 edition. Acknowledging a wide range of stakeholders—individuals with disabilities, their families, professionals, workplace experts, and supportive companies—the document offers practical guidance on promoting employability. It features analytics, case studies, and best practices for inclusive hiring, alongside job role lists and self-employment options. Notably, it identifies 291 job roles across sectors and maps them to 11 types of disabilities, advocating for workplace solutions that enable accessibility. Serving as a vital resource, the document empowers employers and organizations in the disability sector with insights into fostering inclusive workplaces and emphasizing the value of accessibility and inclusion in employment.
Accessibility Tests Extended Descriptions
by Daisy Consortium The DIAGRAM Standards WGTests for accessible extended descriptions of images in EPUBs
Accessibility Tests Mathematics
by Daisy Consortium The DIAGRAM Center Standards WGMath Recommendation for EPUB
Advanced Accessibility Tests: Media Overlays
by Daisy ConsortiumAccessibility tests for Media Overlays in a reflowable context
Fundamental Accessibility Tests: Basic Functionality
by Daisy ConsortiumThese tests include starting the reading system and opening the titles, navigating the content, searching, and using bookmarks and notes.
Fundamental Accessibility Tests: Non Visual Reading
by Daisy ConsortiumThese tests are for evaluating the reading experience with an assistive technology tool such as a screen reader or refreshable Braille display. Tests include continuous reading, pause and resume, reading order, alternative text, table and hyperlink navigation, copying text.
Fundamental Accessibility Tests: Read Aloud
by Daisy ConsortiumThese tests include start, pause and resume Read Aloud, reading order, punctuation support and visual emphasis of the spoken text.
Fundamental Accessibility Tests: Visual Adjustments
by Daisy ConsortiumThese tests include changing the font and text size, colors, brightness, compatibility with magnification utilities and support for high contrast and SVG images.