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  A Mudlark's Treasures - London...

  Anonimo

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  Mudlarking enthusiast Ted Sandling takes us on a riveting journey along the Thames foreshore and back into the past.'A beautiful book.' Daily Mail'Exhilaratingly curious.' Evening Standard'Gripping.' Spectator'Brilliant.' Penelope Lively'Indefatigably researched.' Country Life'Wonderful, quirky.' Tracy Chevalier Mudlarking, the act of searching the Thames foreshore for items of value, has a long tradition in London. In the late 18th and 19th centuries, mudlarks were small boys grubbing a living from scrap. Modern-day mudlark Ted Sandling shares his passion for unearthing relics of the past from the banks of the Thames and describes his fifty most evocative finds. From Roman tiles to elegant Georgian pottery, these objects create a mosaic of everyday London life through the centuries, touching on the journeys, pleasures, vices and industries of a world city. This book celebrates the beauty of small things, and the intangible connection that found objects give us to the past. The Thames presents treasures with a delightful serendipity: it gives up a hundred random objects, and it is up to the finder to discover their stories. That is the joy of mudlarking: that after every trip to the river you know more than you did before. Chance connections with something that was once treasured, that was once lost and has now been found again. Even the meanest broken fragments tells a story of this great city. 'The significance of these fragments lies in the stories they tell us about the everyday lives of the people to whom there are no monuments or blue plaques.' TLS A fully illustrated edition of this book is also available under the title LONDON IN FRAGMENTS: A Mudlark's Treasures.

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  Goddie

  Robert Picart

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  In Robert Picart’s debut novel Goddie, we read the story of Goddie, a young girl born in the mid-1900s in the picturesque Blue Mountains of Jamaica. With the sudden loss of both parents, Goddie finds herself indentured to strangers in order to pay for school. Heartbroken, weary and alone, she forms a plan to escape to Great Britain as the Windrush movement escalates.Will Goddie be able to escape the depths of betrayal for good and start over again? Will she succumb to despair? Or will she find the strength to find her place in a new and turbulent world?

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  Emotional Intelligence -...

  Wesley Felt

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  This bundle has two titles. Here is a preview of both: 
  1 - Deception, as defined by the dictionary, involves intentionally leading someone to believe something that is untrue. This act is deeply ingrained in human nature, allowing anyone to practice it. Deception can engage either the mind or emotions, leveraging our desire for knowledge or information to manipulate us. When deception targets the mind, it often comes in the form of false or distorted information presented as "knowledge." 
  When aimed at the body, deception involves persuading someone to undertake actions that have concealed negative consequences. However, the gravest form of deception affects the human spirit. This form is particularly serious because it can influence one’s ultimate fate, even though many people trivialize spiritual matters due to deceptive beliefs. 
  2 - How do you encourage someone to eagerly make a purchase from you? How can you ensure the sale? 
  The most effective way to gain someone’s trust and motivate them to buy from you or join your team is to "carefully enter the conversation already happening in their mind." By doing so, you help your prospect see the value of your service through the information you provide, leading them to recognize their need for what you offer.

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  The 2024 Israeli-Palestinian...

  Fredrich Hazelton

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  The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is one of the most complex and enduring disputes in modern history. Rooted in competing nationalist aspirations, territorial claims, and historical grievances, the conflict has shaped the Middle East and drawn international attention for over a century. To understand the events of 2024, it is essential to examine the historical context that underpins this struggle. 
    
  The origins of the conflict can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, during the rise of nationalist movements among both Jews and Arabs. For Jews, Zionism emerged as a response to widespread anti-Semitism and sought the establishment of a homeland in Palestine, which was then part of the Ottoman Empire. For Arabs, the decline of Ottoman rule and growing European influence spurred their own nationalist aspirations, with Palestine viewed as integral to a future Arab state. 
    
  Following World War I, Britain gained control of Palestine under a League of Nations mandate, which complicated the situation. The 1917 Balfour Declaration expressed British support for a "national home for the Jewish people" in Palestine, fueling Jewish immigration to the region. However, this increased tensions with the Arab population, who viewed the declaration as a betrayal of their aspirations for self-determination. Clashes between Jewish and Arab communities became more frequent in the 1920s and 1930s, setting the stage for further conflict.

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  Spanish Short Stories for...

  LDFU Academy

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  Don't waste any more time in your quest to learn Spanish quickly and engagingly. Dive into the vibrant world of language with this audiobook. 
  Spanish stands as the second most spoken language globally, with over 35 countries and 600 million speakers. Learning it is undeniably a wise choice, yet the journey can be arduous and uninspiring without the right resources. 
  Traveling to immerse oneself in the language isn't always feasible, making effective learning tools essential. Science reveals that storytelling enhances memory and learning, aligning perfectly with our brain's natural inclination. By integrating stories into language learning, retention becomes more intuitive and enjoyable. 
  This audiobook stands apart from the rest by offering an optimal learning experience tailored for beginners. Unlike other resources, it steers clear of convoluted terms, lengthy stories sans English parallels, vocabulary deficits, grammatical errors, and other pitfalls. 
  Divided into two parts, the audiobook encompasses: 
  Tips and techniques for language acquisition, providing key insights into learning Spanish 
  Fundamentals and complexities of the Spanish language, including verb conjugations in the present tense 
  25 dual-language lessons with parallel text, meticulously crafted to aid comprehension and memorization 
  Core vocabulary applicable in various contexts 
  Exploration of the present simple tense with verbs like "ser" and "estar," regular verb conjugations, and more 
  Even if Spanish is entirely foreign to you, fret not. This audiobook caters to beginners, offering the unique advantage of parallel translations in English. Say goodbye to comprehension barriers and embrace a seamless journey to mastering Spanish. 
  Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to learn Spanish effectively and effortlessly. Click the "buy now" button and embark on your linguistic adventure today!

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  Walking Towards Gold

  Sally Cook

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  Walking  Towards Gold tells the story of the author's pioneer colonist forebears who arrived in newly formed Adelaide , South Australia from Portsmouth,  in June 1838 and how thirteen years later three of them walked 580 miles from Adelaide to the Victorian goldfields pushing a wheelbarrow.. There are intrepid accounts and interesting descriptions of early Adelaide and life on the Victorian goldfields. This is part of the Downer family's story.

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