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  Ardennes - The Secret War

  Charles Whiting

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  On the morning of 16 December 1944, a monumental German force of six hundred thousand men crashed into the Allied lines in the snowbound hills of the Belgian Ardennes. Why were Allied forces so surprised by this counterattack? And why have the German sabotage and deception operations that disrupted supply lines and outwitted Allied intelligence been so overlooked by historians? 
   
   
   
  Through interviews with three key German officers undertaken shortly after the end of the war, Charles Whiting examines the Battle of the Bulge from a new perspective. Hermann Giskes, a German Army counterintelligence officer, sheds light on his activities directing spies and saboteurs. Paratrooper Freiherr von der Heydte tells how his men were blown over great distances but managed to engage and tie down thousands of Allied troops who thought Nazi paratroopers were landing everywhere. And SS commando leader Otto Skorzeny recounts how he led a handful of special forces, wearing US uniforms and driving US equipment, behind enemy lines to wreak havoc. 
   
   
   
  Ardennes: The Secret War exposes the weaknesses of Allied intelligence and shows how, even when it seemed that the war would be over by Christmas, the Germans nearly turned defeat into victory.

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  Palmistry - Your Plain & Simple...

  Sasha Fenton

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  Your Plain & Simple Guide to Reading Destiny in Your Hands.   This delightful and practical guide demonstrates how easy it is to read hands for fun and insight. The basic premise here is that our hands provide a glimpse of our personalities, health, strengths, and weaknesses—and even what may happen to us in the future. Each line, mound, and finger is a clue that can easily be deciphered if you have the right information.   In Palmistry, Fenton covers the basics of hand reading, including the lines, mounts, fingers, and thumb. She shows readers how to judge someone’s character, health, love and relationship interests, moneymaking ability, and long-term destiny.   Chapters include:  The Map of the Hand  The Phalanges (bones between the fingers and joints)  The Major Lines  The Minor Lines  Love and Relationships  How to Make Handprints    With this plain and simple guide, you’ll be reading hands like a pro in no time!   This book was previously published as Palmistry Plain & Simple.

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  Lawfare

  Geoffrey Robertson

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  How Russians, the Rich and the Government Try to Prevent Free Speech and How to Stop Them. 
  ‘ESSENTIAL’ Amal Clooney 
  ‘AUTHORITATIVE’ Sir Geoffrey Bindman KC 
  ‘IMPORTANT ’Baroness Helena Kennedy KC 
  ‘COULD HARDLY BE MORE TIMELY’ Alan Rusbridger 
  The British tradition of “free speech” is a myth. From the middle ages to the present, the law of defamation has worked to cover up misbehaviour by the rich and powerful, whose legal mercenaries intimidate investigative journalists. 
  Now a new terror has been added through misguided judicial development of the laws of privacy, breach of confidence and data protection, to suppress the reporting of truths of public importance to tell. 
  Drawing upon the author’s unparalleled experience of defending journalists and editors in English and Commonwealth courtrooms over the past half-century, the book describes the hidden world of lawfare, in which authors struggle against unfair rules that put them always on the defensive and against a costs burden that runs to millions. Law schools do not teach freedom of speech and judges in the Supreme Court do not understand it. 
  This book identifies and advocates the reforms that will be necessary before Britain can truly boast that it is a land of free speech, rather than a place where free speech can come very expensive. 
  Robertson's latest exploration into media censorship is a political exposé of the new forms of litigation. His best work yet, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the fight for free speech. 
  For fans of Anne Applebaum (Autocracy, Inc), Mariana Mazzucato (The Big Con), Ian Dunt (How Westminster Works . . . and Why It Doesn't), Bob Woodward (The Trump Tapes), and Oliver Bullough (The Last Man in Russia). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  Power of habits the:...

  Henry J. Howes

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  The Power of Habits: Transforming Your Life One Small Change at a Time 
  This concept explores the profound impact that consistent, incremental changes can have on an individual's life. Habits shape our behaviors, influence our mindset, and determine our long-term outcomes. The idea emphasizes the importance of starting small, as even minor adjustments can lead to significant transformations over time. 
  The journey begins by identifying habits—both positive and negative—and understanding their triggers and effects. By consciously replacing unhelpful routines with empowering ones, individuals can gradually align their daily actions with their goals and values. 
  This topic delves into the science of habit formation, highlighting the role of repetition, cues, and rewards in solidifying new behaviors. It underscores the cumulative power of persistence, showcasing how small steps, taken consistently, can lead to monumental achievements in areas like health, productivity, relationships, and personal growth. 
  Ultimately, the message is clear: anyone can transform their life by embracing the power of habits, proving that success is not about drastic changes but about the steady accumulation of positive actions over time.

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  Mi familia es especial My Family...

  Kim Mitzo Thompson, Karen Mitzo...

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  A los niños les encantará esta divertida historia sobre lo que hace que una familia sea especial y única. Disfrutarán escuchando esta adorable historia que presenta efectos de sonido y voces profesionales para ayudar a los niños a desarrollar vocabulario y mejorar sus habilidades auditivas. La historia se presenta primero en español y luego en inglés, lo que lo convierte en un recurso maravilloso para que los niños aprendan un idioma diferente. Las oraciones simples, la enunciación clara y las palabras repetitivas alentarán a los niños a enamorarse de contar historias y aprender un nuevo idioma. 
   
  Kids will love this playful story about what makes a family special and unique. They will enjoy listening to this adorable story that features sound effects and professional voices to help children develop vocabulary and improve listening skills.  The story is first presented in Spanish and then in English making this a wonderful resource for children learning a different language.  Simple sentences, clear enunciation, and repetitive words will encourage children to fall in love with storytelling and learning a new language.

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  My March Through Hell - A Young...

  Halina Kleiner, Edwin Stepp

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  A young girl is suddenly all alone and on the run from the Nazis in her hometown in Poland. Having survived an aktion that was intended to completely rid Czestochowa of all the Jews, she and her father try to make their way back to their home during the late hours of the night. 
   
   
   
  Confronted by a policeman, Halina Goldberg unexplainably runs away from her father and begins her long journey of survival. When tired of fleeing, she volunteers to go into a work camp. That decision buys her some time because the Germans need labor for the war effort. Halina works in three different camps from the Fall of 1943 to January 1945. At first, the camps are bearable, even though the prisoners are worked hard and fed very little. But as the Germans begin to lose the war, the conditions turn deathly. The Jews become overrun with disease and their captors grow crueler and crueler. 
   
   
   
  As it becomes clear that the war is lost, the SS empty the camps and set over 2,000 women on a four-month long march that would cover over 800 kilometers during one of Europe's coldest winters on record. Halina was one of the only 300 who survived the Volary Death March and finally felt the need to record her hellish story of survival.

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