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  Call Of Duty - The Ultimate...

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  CALL OF DUTY 
  THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA AND CURIOUS FACTS COLLECTION 
    
  CREATED BY TRIVIA HUB 
    
  The Call of Duty franchise is a military first-person shooter video game series published by Activision, beginning in 2003. Initially developed by Infinity Ward, the series expanded with contributions from Treyarch and Sledgehammer Games. It has become a massive commercial success, with over 500 million copies sold and $30 billion in revenue generated. Call of Duty is recognized by Guinness World Records as the best-selling first-person shooter series. The franchise has explored different settings from World War II to modern and futuristic conflicts. The series includes various spin-offs, free-to-play games, esports, and other media, expanding the franchise beyond its main titles. 
    
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  The Call of Duty franchise is a military first-person shooter video game series that began in 2003 and has sold over 500 million copies. It has become the best-selling first-person shooter game series, according to Guinness World Records. 
    
  Infinity Ward was the first developer of the series, creating the first two titles before Treyarch and Sledgehammer Games also began developing titles. The series has seen other developers create spin-offs and handheld games. 
    
  The original Call of Duty games were set in World War II, but the series shifted to a modern setting with the release of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. This change led to the creation of the Modern Warfare sub-series. 
    
  The Modern Warfare sub-series was rebooted, with Modern Warfare in 2019, followed by Modern Warfare II in 2022, and Modern Warfare III in 2023. Sledgehammer Games was the lead developer for Modern Warfare III, which is the third entry in the rebooted series.

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  In Scoring Position - 40 Years...

  Bob Ryan, Bill Chuck

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  Bob Ryan has scored every baseball game he's attended, at every level, since the start of the 1977 season. It's a deeply personal tradition still going strong at more than 1,400 games and counting. The tattered scorebooks he's filled are worn from age, travel, and countless summer days, but their grids and scrawled symbols tell the stories of milestones, rivalries, rare historic achievements, and more. In Scoring Position captures the incomparable spirit of baseball, with its infinite possibilities and madcap anomalies. Ryan, alongside baseball historian and statistician Bill Chuck, has scoured his scorecard archives for the most singular events—a switch-hitter being hit by a pitch from both sides of the plate in the same game; a player batting for the cycle off four different pitchers; even back-to-back pinch-hit home runs with two outs in the 9th. Featuring some of the game's biggest names and wildest scenarios, this is a fascinating romp through baseball history, exuding a pure zeal for this sport that fans of all teams will recognize in themselves.

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  Goddess Alpha - Directions Home

  Jessica Theroux

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  Goddess Alpha: Directions Home is a textile compendium of embroidered images and stories about goddesses, beginning with Artemis, the virginal hunter, and progressing to the ostentatious Eos, the goddess of dawn, and Hecate, the healer. It concludes with Xihe, the mother of ten Suns (sons) who take turns bringing light to Earth, and the Zorya sisters, who are responsible for watching over the beast in the sky to prevent it from devouring the universe. Each of the 26 goddesses provides guidance on homing in on our direction in life, as well as on how to creatively undertake tasks of invention and inspiration. Furthermore, the stories of these goddesses lead to insights that help us discover our own soulful nature and the profound truths residing within our innermost being.

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  The Eighty Years War - The...

  Kelly Mass

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  The war between the protestant Netherlands, mostly led by William of Orange, and Catholic Spain, was one of the marks in Dutch history. This war has determined the beliefs of many people who now live about the three rivers that go through the country: Most of the people north of the rivers are protestant, and most of the believers below them (even throughout Belgium as well) are Catholic. This is no coincidence. 
  The war in the 1600s has become a symbol of Dutch resistance, independence, and the royal family (of Orange). In that sense, traditions date back hundreds of years, some them that have their roots in this century. Learn more about what caused the 80 years of war between these two countries, how France was involved, and how it helped form the boundaries and borders of those countries today.

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  Delhi Sultanate - Muslim...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Delhi Sultanate was a defining era in Indian history, marking the establishment of Muslim rule in northern India. Its rise was shaped by a series of invasions, strategic conquests, and the formation of a centralized administration. The foundation of the Sultanate can be traced back to the late 12th century when Muslim forces, primarily from Central Asia, began making inroads into the Indian subcontinent. These incursions set the stage for a new political order that would influence the region for centuries. 
  One of the earliest significant Muslim invasions was led by Mahmud of Ghazni in the 11th century. Although he did not establish permanent rule, his raids weakened Indian kingdoms and demonstrated the vulnerability of the region. However, it was Muhammad Ghori in the late 12th century who laid the groundwork for the Delhi Sultanate. Unlike Mahmud, Ghori aimed for long-term control rather than mere plundering. His victory over Prithviraj Chauhan at the Second Battle of Tarain in 1192 was a turning point, allowing Muslim forces to establish a foothold in northern India. 
  Following Ghori’s assassination in 1206, his general, Qutb al-Din Aibak, took control of his Indian territories and proclaimed himself the first Sultan of Delhi. Aibak, originally a slave who rose through the ranks, became the founder of the Mamluk or Slave Dynasty. He consolidated his rule by strengthening administrative structures and commissioning architectural marvels like the Qutb Minar, which symbolized the establishment of Muslim rule. However, his reign was short-lived, and his successor, Iltutmish, played a more crucial role in shaping the Delhi Sultanate into a powerful and stable empire.

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  French Bulldogs - What French...

  Jane Eastoe

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  This beautifully illustrated guide to French Bulldogs is packed with tips and tricks to keep your furry friends happy and healthy.
  A companion dog par excellence, the French Bulldog now ranks as the most popular breed in the USA and the second most popular in the UK. This immense popularity is hardly a surprise; Frenchies are incredibly loyal and form deep attachments to their owners, they don't need a huge house or exhaustive exercise and are generally happy curled up in your arms. However, there are many things to consider when you bring a French Bulldog into your home:
  • How often should I walk them?
  • How much training will they need?
  • Am I overfeeding them or are the frequent gaseous emissions quite normal?
  • How do I manage separation anxiety?
  This playful and informative book, written from the perspective of your dog, covers everything you need to know about this ultimate companion while celebrating their affectionate personalities that demand attention. The puppy months, diet and training are covered along with advice on grooming, maintaining good health and identifying illnesses. 
  Richly illustrated by Meredith Jensen and packed with adorable photographs of beloved pets, dog lovers, owners and enthusiasts will adore this playful celebration of French Bulldogs.
  Also available in this adorable series on dog breeds are Whippets and Labradors.

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