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  A Small Stubborn Town - Life...

  Andrew Harding

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  A Telegraph Book of the Year, soon to be a BBC Radio 4 dramatisation.'Extraordinary.' Philippe Sands'We are touched by the courage and dignity of Andrew Harding's characters - qualities that the author must surely possess in equal measure.' - Andrey Kurkov'A  story of extraordinary heroism by ordinary people. - James Meek'This gripping account is the Russian invasion of Ukraine in microcosm.' - Lindsey HilsumIt's March 2022 and Russian tanks are roaring across the vast, snow-dusted fields of Ukraine. Their destination: Voznesensk, a town with a small bridge that could change the course of the war.The heavily-armed Russians are expecting an easy fight - or no fight at all. After all, Voznesensk is a quiet farming town, full of pensioners. But the locals appear to have other ideas.Svetlana, a grandmother with arthritis, reacts in fury when Russian troops turn her cottage into their blood-soaked headquarters. Valentin, a quick-talking lawyer, joins the town's 'Dads Army' defenders, crouching in a trench with an AK47. Meanwhile, 21-year-old Sergei grabs a Molotov cocktail and lies in wait for Russian tanks as they push towards Dead Water Bridge.The odds are terrible. But a plan is emerging, and there's a chance it could save not just Voznesensk, but the rest of southern Ukraine. Meanwhile, inside the tanks, an inner battle rages. As Russian officer Igor Rudenko prepares to invade, he has a secret. He is Ukrainian himself.A gripping work of reportage that tells the story of a pivotal moment in Ukraine's war, this is a real-life thriller about ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances with resilience, humour and ingenuity.'[Andrew Harding is] one of our most gifted and sensitive journalists' - Jon Snow

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  Sign-Language and Mythology as...

  Gerald Massey

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  “Myth-making Man” did not create the Gods in his own image. The primary divinities of Egypt, such as Sut, Sebek, and Shu, three of the earliest, were represented in the likeness of the Hippopotamus, the Crocodile, and the Lion; whilst Hapi was imaged as an Ape, Anup as a Jackal, Ptah as a Beetle, Taht as an Ibis, Seb as a Goose. So it was the Goddesses. They are the likenesses of powers that were super-human, not human…. A huge mistake has hitherto been made in assuming that the Myth-Makers began by fashioning the Nature-Powers in their own human likeness. –from “Sign Language and Mythology as Primitive Modes of Representation” It goes unappreciated by modern Egyptologists, but it is embraced by those who savor the concept of a “hidden history” of humanity, and those who approach all human knowledge from the perspective of the esoteric. Gerard Massey’s massive Ancient Egypt: The Light of the World–first published in 1907 and the crowning achievement of the self-taught scholar–redefines the roots of Christianity via Egypt, proposing that Egyptian mythology was the basis for Jewish and Christian beliefs. Here, Cosimo proudly presents Book 1 of Ancient Egypt, in which Massey argues that “primitive man” found no human agency in the phenomena of the natural world, which led to a woeful misinterpretation of Egyptian hieroglyphics by the Greeks and Romans as well as a misunderstanding of the essence of Egyptian mythology. As a consequence, Massey contends, a deep fount of wisdom of the ancients has been lost, and he goes on to reveal how it can be rediscovered. Peculiar and profound, this work will intrigue and delight readers of history, religion, and mythology. British author GERALD MASSEY (1828-1907) published works of poetry, spiritualism, Shakespearean criticism, and theology, but his best-known works are in the realm of Egyptology, including A Book of the Beginnings and The Natural Genesis.

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  Prince The (Fingerprint Classics)

  Nicolo Machiavelli

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  The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli is a timeless political treatise that explores the dynamics of power, leadership, and statecraft. Written in the early 16th century, this concise yet provocative work offers pragmatic advice to rulers on how to gain, maintain, and consolidate authority, often advocating for realism over idealism. Machiavelli examines historical examples and human behavior to present strategies that prioritize effectiveness over morality, making the book both influential and controversial. Its insights into political maneuvering and the nature of authority have cemented it as a foundational text in political philosophy and realpolitik.

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  Paying The Price 2 - Another...

  Paul Amann

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  Master Matchek is a Czechoslovakian maths teacher in his mid-fifties who has two great passions. He loves maths and he loves spanking women's bottoms, both young and old. He has a reputation for getting his girls very high marks in their final exams but his reputation for spanking girls who do not do their homework or wear the wrong clothes for his extra lessons is also well known. Samantha Baker knows her daughter Julie will not get into her chosen Uni unless she gets a higher maths mark in the finals, so she enrols Julie for the extra maths lessons.  
  Verified Purchase: Another great story 
  Another great story well written. I really enjoyed reading this book and can not wait for the sequel. Keep up the great writing

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  The Prince

  Nicolo Machiavelli

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  Power is never given freely—it is taken, protected, and mastered.
  Written for rulers navigating danger and ambition, The Prince strips leadership down to its hard realities. Machiavelli explores how power is gained, maintained, and lost, arguing that effectiveness often matters more than virtue. With bold clarity, he examines deception, authority, fear, loyalty, and the price of control in a world ruled by uncertainty.
  
  Regarded as "the most influential political treatise ever written," this classic has shaped leaders, thinkers, and strategists for centuries. Its insights remain unsettling, provocative, and strikingly relevant in modern politics, business, and leadership.
  
  If you want to understand how power truly works—and why appearances can matter more than intentions—this book is essential reading.
  
  Open the book—and confront the realities behind leadership and power.

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  Echoes of Existence: The Quest...

  Henry J. Howes

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  Description: "Echoes of Existence: The Quest for Purpose in a Chaotic World" 
  In a world overwhelmed by chaos and uncertainty, the human spirit seeks meaning and purpose amidst the noise. Echoes of Existence is a profound exploration of the universal quest for significance in the face of life’s unpredictabilities. It delves into the intricate interplay of identity, connection, and transcendence, weaving together themes of introspection, resilience, and self-discovery. 
  The chaotic world serves as both a challenge and a canvas for finding clarity. The journey is not linear—it’s a winding path through moments of doubt, wonder, and revelation. By embracing the echoes of our existence, we learn to navigate life with courage and purpose, transforming chaos into a meaningful and fulfilling narrative. 
  This work invites readers to embark on their own odyssey of self-reflection and to discover how the search for purpose is both deeply personal and profoundly universal.

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