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  The Unreachable Riches -...

  John Harpoon

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  Throughout history, the allure of hidden treasure has captured the human imagination like few other pursuits. Tales of vast riches buried beneath shifting sands, concealed within uncharted jungles, or locked away in remote mountain fortresses have been passed down through generations. These stories, often shrouded in mystery, promise more than mere material wealth; they offer the thrill of discovery, the romance of adventure, and the tantalizing possibility of rewriting history. 
  What makes the pursuit of treasure so compelling is its intersection of myth and reality. While some caches are purely the stuff of legend—stories crafted to entertain or to warn—others are firmly rooted in historical fact. The line between these two realms is often blurred, with legends growing over time as details are exaggerated, misunderstood, or simply lost to the passage of years. Yet, the faint possibility that a hoard of gold, jewels, or ancient artifacts could be lying undiscovered somewhere in the world continues to ignite the spark of curiosity in countless individuals. 
  The search for hidden riches is not just a quest for monetary gain. It is an expression of humanity's enduring desire to explore the unknown, to solve mysteries, and to leave a mark on history. Treasure hunters are often driven by a profound sense of purpose, believing that their discoveries might unveil truths about the past or provide new insights into forgotten cultures. Some searches span decades, even lifetimes, as these seekers devote themselves wholly to their pursuits, undeterred by failure or skepticism.

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  The Debates on the Adoption of...

  James Madison, The...

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  "The Debates on the Adoption of the Federal Constitution," edited by Jonathan Elliot, is a comprehensive five-volume collection that meticulously documents the deliberations and discussions held in various state conventions during a pivotal period in American history. As the United States grappled with the adoption of the Federal Constitution, these state conventions played a crucial role in shaping the nation's political landscape. Jonathan Elliot, through careful compilation and editing, presents a rich tapestry of the debates that unfolded across different states, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of the diverse opinions, concerns, and arguments surrounding the ratification of the Constitution. This volumes remain the best source for materials about the national government's transitional period between the closing of the Constitutional Convention in September 1787 and the opening of the First Federal Congress in March 1789.

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  Tusculan Disputations

  Cicero

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  "Tusculan Disputations" by Cicero is a captivating philosophical work that dives into the realms of human emotions, suffering, and the pursuit of tranquility. In this profound dialogue-based treatise, Cicero explores the nature of human existence and offers philosophical insights to help individuals navigate the challenges and tribulations of life. The book takes its name from the town of Tusculum, where Cicero is depicted as engaging in discussions with his friends on various philosophical topics. Through these dialogues, Cicero tackles fundamental questions regarding grief, pain, fear, and the pursuit of happiness. He draws upon the wisdom of ancient Greek philosophers, including Epicurus, Stoics, and Peripatetics, to shed light on these topics. Read in English, unabridged.

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  Karma Yoga

  Bhikshu

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  The lessons included in this book are written by an Asiatic for the English-speaking peoples of the world, and suffer from the fact that the mother tongue of the writer is not English nor Sanskrit and that his metaphysic is oriental. Much of the teaching that 1s given here has been given out privately in the Yogic schools of the select, though not in the practical form herein presented. The excuse for the book is the need of arrangement before doubting, enquiring minds prepared to question every argument and assertion; of facts and theories so that they fit in with the composite scheme presented by the Yogi philosophy.

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  Lost Loot - Cursed Treasures and...

  Jim Willis

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  Legendary treasures. Mythical robberies. Lost riches. Buried plunder and fabulous wealth. Hidden dangers. Ancient curses and deathbed jinxes. Captivating tales of lost fortunes, hidden caches, the eternal allure of wealth, and the heartbreak of mysterious curses! 
   
   
   
  Hear about the pursuit of riches turning to grief in this mesmerizing story collection! A thrilling exploration of the world's most intriguing and dangerous treasure hunts, Lost Loot: Cursed Treasures and Blood Money collects dozens of fascinating stories of reward, riches, greed, and ruin, including curses, deaths, and centuries-old treasure on Oak Island; searchers hunted down and killed before finding a gangster's stolen riches; the eternal quest for D. B. Cooper and his hijack ransom; elaborate booby traps protecting ill-gotten gains; cursed Aztec wealth lost as it journeyed to Spain; mysterious caves holding secrets in the Grand Canyon; Montezuma's revenge; the train-robbing Robin Hood myth of the Sam Bass Gang; the missing Fabergé eggs; John Dillinger's suitcase; King Kamehameha's burial chamber; Captain Kidd's buried treasure; and more stories of doomed pursuits of plundered riches. 
   
   
   
  Tales of bewitching riches and hunts gone wrong, yet hope springs eternal. Lost Loot unfolds like a treasure map—but beware of the hidden, deadly obstacles!

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  Gangster's Paradise - The much...

  Jared Savage

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  The much anticipated follow-up to the bestseller that exposed the escalation of organised crime in New Zealand. 
    
  Gangster's Paradise is about drugs, guns, gangs and money. Lots of money. 
  A gang which took over a small rural town. A police officer shot and killed in a routine traffic stop. A port-worker who helped a gang whisk a shipping container off a wharf in the middle of the night. A crew of corrupt baggage handlers smuggling meth into the country during Covid lockdowns. A shooting inside a 5-star hotel in broad daylight. Turf wars, retaliation, and retribution: new gangs like the Mongols and Comancheros have brought with them better connections with international syndicates, challenging the established gangs like the Head Hunters - so dominant for many years - who have had to up their game in response.  
  Jared Savage's bestselling book Gangland was about the evolution of gangs in New Zealand. Gangster's Paradise is about the deadly escalation.   
  HarperCollins Australia 2023

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