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  20 Peculiar Facts About Albert...

  John Harpoon

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  Albert Einstein is widely celebrated as one of the greatest scientific minds in history, yet his brilliance was accompanied by a host of peculiar habits, unconventional beliefs, and eccentric behaviors. While most people recognize him for his groundbreaking theories, such as the theory of relativity and his famous equation, *E = mc²*, fewer are aware of the strange and fascinating aspects of his personality. From his distaste for socks to the secret study of his brain, Einstein’s life was filled with quirks that make him an intriguing figure beyond just his scientific achievements.  
    
  Understanding Einstein’s peculiarities offers a deeper insight into how his mind worked and why he approached problems in such an unconventional way. Many of his habits, which seemed odd to outsiders, were actually reflections of his deep commitment to intellectual simplicity and efficiency. He rejected societal norms, preferring comfort and practicality over formality. His unique way of thinking, combined with his rebellious spirit, allowed him to challenge traditional ideas and revolutionize physics.  
    
  Despite his scientific genius, Einstein was not immune to controversy and personal struggles. His relationships were often complicated, marked by letters revealing his emotional conflicts and a personal life that was far from perfect. He also found himself at the center of political debates, using his influence to speak out on issues such as racial inequality, pacifism, and nuclear weapons. Even after his death, Einstein’s brain became the subject of scientific curiosity, as researchers sought to uncover what made him so intellectually extraordinary. 

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  Land With No Sun - A Year in...

  Ted G Arthurs

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  A first-person history of the action seen by the United States airborne infantry brigade in Vietnam, from a Silver Star awarded Command Sergeant Major. A no-holds-barred, straight-in-your-face account of combat in Vietnam. You know it's going to be hot when your brigade is referred to as a Fireball unit. From May 1967 through May 1968, Ted Arthurs was in the thick of it, humping an eighty-pound rucksack through triple canopy jungle, chasing down the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam. As sergeant major for a battalion of eight-hundred men, it was his job to see them through this jungle hell and get them back home again.

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  Charles Dickens: The Complete...

  Charles Dickens

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  This Audiobook contains The Complete Christmas Collections of Charles Dickens:1. A Christmas Carol Start at Chapters 12. A Message From The Sea Start at Chapters 73. Doctor Marigold Start at Chapters 154. Going Into Society Start at Chapters 175. Mrs Lirripers Legacy Start at Chapters 186. Mugby Junction Start at Chapters 217. No Thoroughfare Start at Chapters 258. A Christmas tree Start at Chapters 389. Nobody's Story Start at Chapters 3910. The Child's Story Start at Chapters 4011. The Poor Relation's Story Start at Chapters 4112. The Schoolboy's Story Start at Chapters 4213. What Christmas is as We Grow Older Start at Chapters 4314. Somebodys Luggage Start at Chapters 4415. The Battle of life Start at Chapters 4816. The Chimes Start at Chapters 5417. The Cricket on the Hearth Start at Chapters 6018. The Haunted Man and the Ghosts Bargain Start at Chapters 6619. The Holly Tree Start at Chapters 7220. The Perils Of Certain English Prisoners Start at Chapters 7521. The Seven Poor Travellers Start at Chapters 8022. The Wreck of The Golden Mary Start at Chapters 8323. Tom Tiddlers Ground Start at Chapters 85

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  Jim Morrison 3 Complete Works -...

  Jim Morrison

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  Jim Morrison, the enigmatic frontman of the iconic rock band The Doors, lived a life filled with artistic expression, rebellion, and introspection. Born in 1943, Morrison's raw talent as a singer, songwriter, and poet was matched only by his charismatic stage presence and unconventional lifestyle. His music, poetry, and provocative persona continue to captivate audiences, making him an enduring figure in rock and roll history. 
   
  Morrison's legacy lies in his ability to push boundaries and challenge societal norms through his art. As the lyricist and vocalist of The Doors, he explored themes of love, darkness, freedom, and the human condition with profound intensity. Songs like "Light My Fire," "Break On Through (To the Other Side)," and "Riders on the Storm" showcased Morrison's poetic prowess and his willingness to delve into the depths of the human psyche. His performances were characterized by a raw, uninhibited energy that captivated audiences, establishing him as one of rock's most iconic and controversial figures. 
  In addition to his music, Morrison's poetry and writings reflected his profound introspection and artistic vision. He published two collections of poetry, "The Lords and the New Creatures" and "An American Prayer," which revealed his talent for blending vivid imagery, introspective musings, and social commentary. Morrison's exploration of themes such as identity, mortality, and spirituality added depth to his artistry and provided insight into his complex worldview. 
   
  Jim Morrison's life was cut tragically short when he passed away at the age of 27, joining the infamous "27 Club" alongside other legendary musicians. However, his impact on music, poetry, and the counterculture of the 1960s continues to resonate.

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  Patrice Motsepe - An appetite...

  Janet Smith

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  Business tycoon Patrice Motsepe is never shy to shake up the status quo. He has always followed his instincts to stay ahead of the curve. An icon of corporate South Africa, he is as much known for his leadership in the world of football as for his philanthropy.
  He was a top lawyer when he pursued his dream of being an entrepreneur, making a deal with Anglo American in the late 1990s that marked the beginning of a series of unique relationships which today define his African Rainbow Minerals empire.
  As the owner of Mamelodi Sundowns, he led it to becoming one of the most accomplished clubs in Africa. Then came the powerful seats of president at the Confederation of African Football and vice-president of FIFA, football's global governing body, in 2021.
  Yet questions linger about his political ambitions because of his close links to the ANC and particularly his brothers-in-law, Cyril Ramaphosa and Jeff Radebe.
  In this unauthorised biography, best-selling author and journalist Janet Smith mines public archives, academic papers and international media to find what lies behind this hugely successful, intensely private man, and what may lie ahead.

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  Edgar Allan Poe - Six of the...

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  Six has always been a number we group things around – Six of the best, six of one half a dozen of another, six feet under, six pack, six degrees of separation and a sixth sense are but a few of the ways we use this number. 
   
  Such is its popularity that we thought it is also a very good way of challenging and investigating an author’s work to give width, brevity, humour and depth across six of their very best. 
   
  In this series we gather together authors whose short stories both rivet the attention and inspire the imagination to visit their gems in a series of six, to roam across an author’s legacy in a few short hours and gain a greater understanding of their writing and, of course, to be lavishly entertained by their ideas, their narrative and their way with words. 
   
  These stories can be surprising and sometimes at a tangent to what we expected, but each is fully formed and a marvellous adventure into the world and words of a literary master. 
   
   1 - Six of the Best - Edgar Allan Poe - An Introduction 
  2 - Edgar Allan Poe - An Introduction 
  3 - The Fall of the House of Usher - Part 1 by Edgar Allan Poe 
  4 - The Fall of the House of Usher - Part 2 by Edgar Allan Poe 
  5 - The Pit and the Pendulum by Edgar Allan Poe 
  6 - The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe 
  7 - The Premature Burial by Edgar Allan Poe 
  8 - The Masque of the Red Death by Edgar Allan Poe 
  9 - The Murders in the Rue Morgue - Part 1 by Edgar Allan Poe 
  10 - The Murders in the Rue Morgue - Part 2 by Edgar Allan Poe

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