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  1967 – The World of Brian...

  Gary Kemp, Simon Halfon

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  When I first saw Brian Epstein’s black Twinlock binder, I was struck by how small and unassuming it was – just 160 by 100 millimetres, the kind of thing you could slip into a coat pocket. But inside, it held a universe. The book felt alive, buzzing, ready and waiting to be explored. So I dug deeper. 
  1967 – The World of Brian Epstein and the Beatles is a remarkable fusion of biography and detective story, offering a vivid portrait of The Beatles' inner circle and the cultural energy of the 1960s. This engaging work delves into the extraordinary cast of characters – from Mick Jagger to David Bailey – a dazzling mix of celebrities, musicians, icons, power players and the occasional shady character. Everyone who was anyone in the 1960s found their way into its pages. 
  When Gary first acquired the book, he was seized by an irresistible curiosity. Who was Brian Epstein, really? And who were all these fascinating names? This project offers an intimate and unprecedented exploration of the connections he forged and the figures who helped define a generation. 
  More than just an address book, it is a time capsule of one of the most electrifying years in modern culture: 1967. 
  Perfect for Beatles fans, music historians, and anyone curious about the electric culture and untold stories of the 1960s. 
  For fans of Shirlie Kemp (Pepsi & Shirlie), Peter Crouch (How to Be an Ex-Footballer), and Dylan Jones (Loaded).

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  William Powell and Myrna Loy:...

  Editors Charles River

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  It is something of a cliché to say that an actor’s life was like a movie he or she might have starred in, but in the case of Myrna Loy, the cliché is true. It is easy to picture her as a little girl, riding the range with her rancher father, sitting around the table and participating charmingly in family discussions of current events. It is not hard to imagine the camera panning to her first and then second visits to Hollywood, her backlot tour, and starry-eyed decision to become an actress. There would have to be some drama, which the story of her father’s untimely death would provide, along with some sort of deathbed promise made to him to care for the rest of the family. Her mother would be brave but resolute as she moved her young family to California. The lighting on set would brighten and the tempo of the background would pick up as she walked down the Los Angeles streets. Then, her big break would come. The camera would show her first comical meeting with William Powell and then a spinning scene of ticket after ticket being sold to their new picture, The Thin Man.  
  While older silent film stars like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton reached the peak of Hollywood, some actors born near the beginning of the 20th century were ready to capitalize. Though actors like Humphrey Bogart and Cary Grant remain household names, and actresses like Greta Garbo are still widely remembered, few had careers that enjoyed the success of William Powell. In a career spanning several decades, Powell would receive three Oscar nominations for Best Actor for critically acclaimed movies, so it is somewhat ironic that he is mostly remembered today for his association with the more famous Myrna Loy. One thing that helped Powell’s career along in the old days when Hollywood would only cast white actors in major roles, no matter what the nationality of the character was supposed to be, were his dark good looks.

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  Light Aircraft Radio Equipment -...

  Askhat Khafizow

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  There is a wide range of radio equipment installed on light aircraft that can be used by pilots when flying under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). This reference guide provides information on the most commonly used equipment.The radio equipment is considered in terms of its purpose and operating principle. If the equipment is part of a system, such as a navigation system, the system as a whole discussed first, followed by the specific aircraft equipment. The functions of the controls and the issues related to the operation of the equipment are discussed according to its circuit design.This reference guide can be useful not only for pilots but also for flight school students as a study guide.

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  How to Read People Like a Book -...

  Chase Hill

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  Stop racking your brain to figure out what others are really trying to say… know how to instantly decode the meaning behind their unspoken messages. 
  You don’t have to be a communication expert, detective, or superhero to learn how to recognize and decode social cues. All you need to do is to know exactly what to look for and what they really mean. 
  Fortunately, this book contains everything you need to know about deciphering other people’s silent messages. 
  Inside, here is just a fraction of what you will discover: 
  ●     How to interpret facial expressions, body language, tone of voice, and other nonverbal cues – spare yourself from any miscommunication! 
  ●     50+ social cues that will clue you in on what a person is thinking or feeling… 
  ●     What “clusters of gestures” are and why they are crucial to reading other people 
  ●     25+ effective ways to tell if someone’s lying – make any seasoned detective proud with your skills 
  ●     Factors that affect how you read people – avoid getting the wrong conclusion about someone! 
  ●     How to read between the lines using verbal cues… their choice of words matters more than you think! 
  ●     Fool-proof ways to identify the tone of a text or email 
  Every day, you encounter dozens of social cues without knowing how powerful they are or how you can use them to your advantage. 
  It’s time to flip the narrative – by learning how to accurately read other people, you will not just boost your communication skills… you’ll foster deeper connections and enjoy improved relationships more than ever. 
  Master the art of nonverbal communication and read people like a pro!

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  And Goliath - The Littlest Navy...

  David Brown, Robert Gettlin

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  Former US Navy SEAL David Brown was the unlikeliest of candidates for the world's most grueling military selection process. Standing just 5' 3" and weighing 110 pounds, he was unlike any of the others around him who aspired to be SEALs. But through dogged determination and an iron will, he overcame every obstacle that life put in front of him to achieve his dream of becoming a SEAL. 
   
   
   
  David Brown's life has been one of perseverance, tenacity, and achievement—from childhood adventures, to love lost and found, to BUD/S, the Teams, an exciting career at NCIS, and then a steady climb to the top echelons of federal law enforcement. And Goliath is his story through military life and what comes after—the good and the bad. 
   
   
   
  Told with raw honesty and unwavering courage, And Goliath is more than just a memoir—it's a testament to the power of perseverance. David's inspirational tale reveals how facing your own Goliaths can lead you to live your biggest life possible.

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  Britain's Secret Defences:...

  Andrew Chatterton

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  The narrative surrounding Britain's anti-invasion forces has often centered on "Dad's Army"-like characters running around with pitchforks, on unpreparedness and sense of inevitability of invasion and defeat. The truth, however, is very different. 
   
   
   
  Top-secret, highly trained civilian volunteers were being recruited as early as the summer of 1940. Had the Germans attempted an invasion they would have been countered by saboteurs and guerrilla fighters emerging from secret bunkers, and monitored by swathes of spies and observers who would have passed details on via runners, wireless operators, and ATS women in disguised bunkers. Alongside these secret forces, the Home Guard were also setting up their own "guerrilla groups," and SIS (MI6) were setting up post-occupation groups of civilians to act as sabotage cells, wireless operators, and assassins had the Nazis taken control of the country. 
   
   
   
  The civilians involved in these groups understood the need for absolute secrecy and their commitment to keeping quiet meant that most went to their grave without ever telling anyone of their role. There has been no official and little public recognition of what these dedicated men and women were willing to do for their country in its hour of need, and after over eighty years of silence the time has come to highlight their remarkable role.

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