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  They Always Score - The...

  Ryan Baldi

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  Fascinating and original ... will tell you things even the most ardent United fan will not know' - Jim White, The Telegraph
  
  On 26 May 1999, Manchester United sealed their historic Treble of league, FA Cup and Champions League in the most dramatic fashion imaginable, scoring twice in stoppage time to snatch an unthinkable victory from Bayern Munich at the Camp Nou in Barcelona.
  
  The story of what happened on the pitch is well known, enshrined in the annals of football history. But less in known about how this rollercoaster campaign played out behind the scenes. Thanks to unparalleled insight gleaned from hundreds of exclusive interviews, with United players, coaches, opponents, backroom personnel, club staff, journalists and commentators, They Always Score: The Unforgettable, Improbable, Iconic Story of Manchester United’s Treble Winners peels back the curtain to give readers the most comprehensive, illuminating and entertaining picture ever painted of one of the all-time great sports teams.

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  The Will to Power -...

  Friedrich Nietzsche, Tim Zengerink

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  What drives humanity to create, innovate, and dominate? How can we harness our inner strength to achieve greatness? 
  The Will to Power is Friedrich Nietzsche’s exploration of the fundamental force that drives all life: the will to power. More than a philosophical text, it is a bold examination of human nature, ambition, and the pursuit of meaning in a world shaped by chaos and conflict. 
  This modern translation brings Nietzsche’s ideas to today’s reader with clarity and accessibility while staying true to the depth of the original. He challenges us to rise above complacency, embrace struggle, and achieve self-overcoming through creativity, strength, and ambition. 
  What You’ll Discover: 
  - The Essence of Ambition and Power – Understand Nietzsche’s concept of the will to power as the driving force behind human action and creativity. 
  - Self-Mastery and Overcoming Challenges – Learn how to confront obstacles, harness inner strength, and reach your full potential. 
  - A New Perspective on Morality and Meaning – Challenge traditional values and forge your own path to fulfillment. 
  - Philosophy for Growth and Leadership – Apply Nietzsche’s insights to modern challenges in personal development, relationships, and leadership. 
  Imagine unlocking the strength to overcome adversity, redefine your purpose, and embrace life’s chaos with confidence and clarity. For more than a century, The Will to Power has shaped philosophical thought, offering timeless guidance on ambition, strength, and self-overcoming. 
  Start your journey today. Get your copy now and transform the way you think, act, and lead.

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  White Lies Matter - The Gospel...

  Rev. Micaiah Wright

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  White Lies Matter: The Gospel of MAWA isn’t just a book—it’s a sermon, a roast, and a history lesson rolled into one blistering satire of American politics. Beneath the bright red MAGA cap, the author exposes what the slogan really meant: Make America White Again. 
  With wit as sharp as Twain, the bite of Carlin, and the unflinching honesty of Chappelle, this audiobook takes listeners on a journey through America’s not-so-secret gospel of racial nostalgia. From the election of Barack Obama that shook the foundations of white exceptionalism, to Steve Bannon and Donald Trump baptizing a movement in fear, grievance, and privilege, WLM uncovers how the “American Dream” was fenced off and sold as exclusive property. 
  Each chapter functions like a scripture reading from the Church of MAWA, complete with commandments, proverbs, and revelations that peel back patriotic veneers to reveal the machinery of exclusion underneath. It’s biting, it’s funny, and it’s devastatingly honest—because America’s greatest myths are also its greatest lies. 
  This is not a quiet audiobook. It’s meant to provoke laughter, outrage, and reflection in equal measure. Whether you’re a believer in the gospel of MAWA or a skeptic watching from the pews, White Lies Matter insists you confront the uncomfortable truth: racism was never a glitch in the system—it was the system. 
  At once irreverent and illuminating, this is satire that cuts to the bone and asks the question no campaign slogan dares to touch: Whose America are we really trying to make “great” again?

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  Zeppelins of World War I The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  While airplanes had never before appeared above the field of war, other aerial vehicles had already been in use for decades, and balloons had carried soldiers above the landscape for centuries to provide a high observation point superior to most geological features. The French used a balloon for this purpose at the Battle of Fleurus in 1794, and by the American Civil War, military hydrogen balloons saw frequent use, filled from wagons generating hydrogen from iron filings and sulfuric acid.  
  	In fact, with advances in dirigible technology, many military thinkers and even aeronautical enthusiasts believed that blimps would remain the chief military aerial asset for the foreseeable future. These men thought airplanes would play a secondary role at best and might even prove a uselessly expensive gimmick soon to fade back into obscurity, leaving the majestic bulk of the dirigible as sole master of the skies.  
  	The Zeppelins, slow and large as they were, proved to be easy targets for fire from the ground, so they were too vulnerable for reconnaissance in the warzone. Instead, they were used for the task of bombing targets. Bombs were dropped on Paris in August 1914, and Zeppelins bombed Belgian forces as the Germans advanced on Liège. The Germans also used them to bomb England’s eastern ports and London in an attempt to disrupt military supplies. On the other side, British pilots destroyed a Zeppelin on the ground at Düsseldorf.  
  	This was bombing at its simplest; the explosives were kept on hooks on the side of the machines and dropped by a crew member by hand. These small forays into aerial bombardment barely even hinted at the bombing campaigns to come, but Zeppelin raids on Britain would continue for nearly four years, killing more than 500 people and injuring 1,300. These raids and the attempts to stop them would be carried out at the cutting edge of new technology. 

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  It's Our School It's Our Time -...

  Geraldine Rowe

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  It's Our School, It's Our Time outlines a whole-school approach to teacher–pupil collaboration, illustrating how aspects of social inequality can be addressed by involvement in the school community and active participation in decision-making from an early age. The book presents insights into the psychological processes that are at work when pupils and teachers share decision-making, and how this can harness and increase motivation for teachers and pupils. 
   
   
   
  Combining both theory and examples of practice, this book provides clarity about the impact of collaborative decision-making and how it can help pupils to take ownership of their classrooms and promote greater cooperation and productivity. This book: 
   
   
   
  ● Draws on stories from Dr. Rowe's own study and experiences, and the accounts of other educators and researchers 
   
   
   
  ● Shows how teachers and school leaders have overcome common hurdles that those in conventional schools might encounter 
   
   
   
  ● Provides research-evidence and practical examples from real-life classrooms 
   
   
   
  This companion guide will help teachers to transform achievement, behavior, and motivation through greater collaboration with their pupils.

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  Empowering Personality Types for...

  Ivy Castillo

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  Are you struggling with difficult coworkers or confusing personalities at work? 
  You’re not alone. When you don’t understand the different personality types around you, communication breaks down, tension rises, and your job becomes harder than it needs to be. 
  This practical workplace personality types book shows you how to decode behavior, communicate clearly, and turn daily frustrations into opportunities for collaboration. It’s ideal for employees, team members, and professionals in office or hybrid workplaces who want to work smarter with people, not just tasks. 
  Empowering Personality Types for Professional Success helps you: 
  - Understand personality types in the workplace and why people think and react so differently 
  - Communicate more clearly with coworkers, managers, clients, and stakeholders 
  - Reduce conflict before it escalates and build stronger professional relationships 
  - Turn personality differences into a genuine asset for your team and career 
  Inside, you’ll find: 
  - A simple overview of key personality patterns, including ideas from DISC, MBTI, and other tools 
  - How to spot useful traits in yourself and others without a long test 
  - Easy communication techniques and MBTI-style tips for emails, meetings, and tough conversations 
  - Motivation strategies for different personality types 
  - Tools to strengthen your emotional intelligence and self-awareness at work 
  Whether you’re early in your career, part of a busy team, or starting to lead others, this book gives you a clear roadmap for understanding people without jargon or fluff. Learn to decode personalities, reduce friction, and build stronger professional relationships starting today.

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