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  Kargil - From Surprise To Victory

  V.P. Malik

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  In February 1999, Pakistani Army personnel, disguised as jihadi militants, infiltrated into mountainous Kargil and occupied key vantage points. Their intrusion triggered a limited war between the world's newest nuclear states. It was a bitter battle, and one that threw up important lessons for India's defence preparedness, as also its responses to conflicts such as this. This incisive book by General V.P. Malik, former Chief of the Army Staff, analyses the reasoning behind the Pakistani Army's moves and tactics and reviews crucial issues such as the extent of intelligence and surveillance failure on the Indian side and the measures necessary to redress these failings. Away from questions of strategy and tactics, however, Kargil is also a reminder of the unalloyed heroism that was on display during those grim weeks, heroism that become a benchmark for valour.

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  Beyond the Red Zone: How a Super...

  BJ Daniels

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  From the euphoria of the gridiron, to the depths of stress, isolation and depression - and back again. 
   
  For as long as he can remember, BJ Daniels ate, slept and breathed football. He became a star quarterback at the University of South Florida and went on to play professionally in the NFL, winning the Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks in 2013. 
   
  In many ways, it seemed like BJ was living every athlete's dream. However, he also saw first-hand the lows that accompany being a football player at the highest level. The mental health struggles both he and his teammates faced – often in silence – have inspired a new passion and purpose in him: to share his story, from setbacks to success, and encourage others to face their wellbeing head-on. 
   
  Here, with raw vulnerability, through his own lived experience, BJ explores the importance of resilience, mindset, dedication, passion and perseverance – all of which can help you to rise above your circumstances. 
   
  This audiobook embodies BJ’s mission to "Leave No One Behind", and shows us that, beyond all our obstacles, there’s a life worth living.

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  The Golden Toad - An Ecological...

  Trevor Ritland, Kyle Ritland

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  As young boys, Trevor and Kyle Ritland were fascinated by the golden toad of Costa Rica, a brilliant species their biologist father showed them in his projector's slide shows. Native to only one wind-battered ridgeline high on the continental divide above the cloud forests of Monteverde, thousands of golden toads would congregate for a few weeks each year in ephemeral pools among the twisted roots to mate, deposit their offspring, and retreat again beneath the earth. But from one year to the next, the toads disappeared without a trace. Since then, only rumors remain, which beg the question: could the golden toad still be alive? 
   
   
   
  In The Golden Toad, Trevor and Kyle set off to investigate an environmental mystery with unexpected revelations, a story that speaks to our own collective and uncertain future. Guided by Costa Rican naturalists—including the last person to have seen the golden toad alive—Trevor searches for survivors while Kyle hunts the killer, and their paths lead them through an imperiled forest, a deadly pandemic, and a changing climate, intertwining at the site of the golden toad's last emergence deep in Monteverde's Bosque Eterno de Los Niños. 
   
   
   
  The Golden Toad changes the conversation around extinction, climate change, and conservation while exploring environmental grief, resurrection, and hope in a changing world.

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  Ocd workbook for adults -...

  MIKE ABRAHAM

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  More than six million Americans have OCD. If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it is likely that your persistent, obsessive thoughts and time-consuming compulsions prevent you from fully enjoying life. But when you are accustomed to avoiding the things you fear, the thought of facing them head-on can be frightening and overwhelming. 
  Life can be really tough for those suffering from OCD, but here's the good news, with the right knowledge and guidance, you can manage your OCD. 
  Combining cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness practices and imaginary exposure exercises, this book offers practical and accessible tools to manage the unwanted thoughts and compulsive urges associated with OCD. 
  You will learn about exposure exercises and strategies to accept your emotions and perform activities which will help you to overcome your compulsions and avoidance behaviors. 
  This workbook shows that fears, worry and nervousness are a part of life, it will give you the skills to choose how to respond to your obsessions and move towards the stuff that you really care about. Making applying ACT and CBT skills fun, it encourages you to face your fears and live life to the fullest. 
  Workbook Exercises included 
  This book contains multiple workbook exercises to better understand yourself and your condition. This book also contains journal so that you can track your progress and not relapse. 
  About Author 
  Mike Abraham is a psychotherapist in private practice specializing in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders. He has been practicing meditation and mindfulness for many years, and has a special interest in the integration of mindfulness and self-compassion principles with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for OCD, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders.

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  Bed Bugs - Prevention and...

  Hector Frasers

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  This book is your essential guide to understanding, preventing, and effectively dealing with one of the most troublesome pests – bed bugs. 
    
  In recent years, bed bug infestations have become increasingly prevalent, causing distress and discomfort for countless individuals and families worldwide. These tiny parasites are notorious for their ability to thrive in various environments, from homes and hotels to public transportation and workplaces. Their elusive nature and rapid reproduction make them a formidable foe for anyone facing an infestation. 
    
  But fear not, for this book is here to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to tackle the bed bug menace head-on. Whether you're a homeowner, a frequent traveler, or simply someone concerned about the possibility of encountering bed bugs, this book is tailored to meet your needs. 
    
  In the following chapters, we will delve into the basics of bed bugs, including their identification, behavior, and life cycle. We will explore proven strategies for preventing infestations and minimizing the risk of bed bug encounters in your daily life. Additionally, we will discuss various methods for exterminating bed bugs, ranging from do-it-yourself approaches to professional treatments.

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  Hydrology - Water's Journey in...

  Mike Crawford

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  The water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is a continuous and dynamic process that moves water throughout the Earth's atmosphere, surface, and underground reservoirs. This cycle plays a vital role in sustaining ecosystems, regulating climate, and supporting human life. Water undergoes various transformations as it moves through different stages, driven by the energy of the sun and the force of gravity. 
  One of the fundamental processes of the water cycle is evaporation, where water from oceans, lakes, rivers, and even soil turns into water vapor due to heat from the sun. Plants also contribute to this process through transpiration, where they release moisture from their leaves into the air. Together, these processes add significant amounts of water vapor to the atmosphere. As the air rises and cools, this vapor undergoes condensation, forming clouds composed of tiny water droplets or ice crystals. 
  When these droplets combine and become heavy enough, precipitation occurs in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail. Precipitation is the primary way water returns to the Earth's surface, replenishing water bodies and providing essential moisture for plant and animal life. Depending on the terrain and environmental conditions, this water can take several different paths. Some of it infiltrates into the ground, recharging underground aquifers in a process known as groundwater recharge. Other portions of the water flow overland as surface runoff, eventually collecting in rivers, lakes, and oceans. This runoff helps shape landscapes by eroding and transporting sediments over time.

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