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  Confession & betrayals

  A.C Cumberland

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  In the small, seemingly idyllic town of Hermiston, Oregon, Ethan Brandt's world is torn apart in a single, devastating moment—the murder of his parents. As Ethan returns home to confront his grief, he quickly learns that their deaths are only the tip of an iceberg of secrets. With whispers of corruption, betrayal, and criminal empires lurking beneath the town's surface, Ethan is thrust into a dark conspiracy that shakes the foundation of everything he thought he knew about his family, his friends, and himself. 
  From shadowy meetings to chilling confessions, Ethan finds himself caught in a dangerous web of lies spun by those he trusted most. With his best friend Mark by his side, Ethan embarks on a harrowing journey to uncover the truth. But as secrets unravel, each revelation forces him to confront his own morals, his faith, and the haunting question: how far will he go to protect the ones he loves—and to save himself? 
  A gripping tale of loyalty and deception, Confessions and Betrayals is a powerful exploration of the ties that bind us, the choices that define us, and the ultimate cost of seeking redemption in a world steeped in sin.

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  Sulla and Caesar: The History of...

  Charles River Editors

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  Julius Caesar is still remembered for winning a civil war and helping bring about the end of the Roman Republic, leaving a line of emperors in its place, but it’s quite possible that none of what Caesar did would’ve happened without the template for such actions being set 40 years earlier. At the time, when Caesar was in his teens, war was being waged both on the Italian peninsula and abroad, with domestic politics pitting the conservative, aristocratic optimates against the populist, reformist populares, and this tension ultimately escalated into an all-out war. One of the leading populares was Caesar’s uncle, Gaius Marius, a military visionary who had restructured the legions and extended the privileges of land ownership and citizenship to legionaries on condition of successful completion of a fixed term of service. In the late 2nd century B.C., Marius had waged a successful campaign against several Germanic tribes, and after earning eternal fame in the Eternal City, Marius was appointed a consul several times. In 88 B.C., he entered into conflict with his erstwhile protégé, the optimate Sulla, over command of the army to be dispatched against Mithridates VI of Pontus, a long-time enemy of Rome and its Greek allies.  
  Ironically, Marius’s reforms had made the legions fiercely loyal to their individual generals rather than the state, which allowed Sulla to march his army against Rome and force Marius into exile. With that, Rome’s first civil war was officially underway, but Sulla’s triumph proved short-lived. Just as Sulla departed for a campaign, Marius returned at the head of a scratch army of veterans and mercenaries, taking over the city and purging it of Sulla’s optimate supporters, and though Marius died in 86 B.C., his party remained in power. After Sulla finished mopping up the last scraps of resistance, he intended to take back Rome for himself at the head of his legions. 

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  Master HSK 1 Grammar: Volume 2 –...

  Letitia Wu

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  Continue your Mandarin journey with the second volume of the Master HSK 1 Grammar series! 
  This audiobook builds on the foundations of Volume 1, guiding you through 10 new beginner-friendly lessons. You’ll master essential grammar for talking about time and dates, measure words, “how many/how much,” and polite everyday phrases.  
  Each lesson includes real examples, step-by-step breakdowns, and guided “repeat after me” practice to help you speak naturally and with confidence. 
  If you’re just starting out, we recommend beginning with Volume 1 for the basics. But if you’re ready to go further, Volume 2 is your next step toward fluency in Mandarin Chinese. 
  Learn clearly, practice actively, and take your Chinese to the next level!

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  A Pocket History of Venice -...

  Maurizio Vittoria

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  Embark on a journey through time, tracing the history of Venice from its legendary origins to the MOSE, the city's modern defence system against the now famous lagoon "high waters". This journey is accompanied by splendid images, works of art, and fascinating insights into the world's most unique and beloved city. 
  
  Universally recognised as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Venice never ceases to amaze, even when retracing the more than a thousand years of history carried on its shoulders. 
  
  The adventures and vicissitudes of Venice's past unfold like a cinematic epic: its obscure beginnings and internal organisation; its battles with pirates and struggles in Greece and the East, to devastating storms and the recent surge in tourism and construction of its sea defences. 
  
  All these events have shaped its very distinctive appearance: a small city that has always been a stronghold for intellectual and religious freedom, teeming with artists, poets, artisans, and enlightened minds who have helped shape its beauty. 
  
  It is a story that, after all, continues to be written.

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  Techno-Capitalism - The Rise of...

  Loretta Napoleoni

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  The respected Italian economist and journalist offers a bold and provocative argument that the speed of technological transformation is threatening our future 
   
   
   
  At the dawn of the digital revolution, the internet was going to be the great equalizer, a global democratic force. Instead, Wall Street ended up funding a new breed of serial capitalists, the Techtitans, who embraced rapid, transformational change while stripping their workers of rights and enriching themselves beyond anybody's wildest imagination; and the Space Barons, who mine new frontiers for precious resources. 
   
   
   
  Tech pioneers like Google, Facebook, Apple, Uber, and Microsoft never had any intention of spreading democracy. Those who control and own the technology are the absolute masters. As artificial intelligence enters the labor market, companies like Uber are able to cut labor costs to the barest of minimums, by squeezing workers' privileges and rights. 
   
    
   
  Technological transformation is occurring at a speed that is existentially unbearable for most of us. We must fight for our common good to address today's real challenges of global warming and militarism and the soulessness of capitalist endeavor. Napoleoni shows us how.

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  Binaural Alpha Waves for Mental...

  Binaural Beats Studios

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  Step into a higher state of clarity. Awaken the creative genius within.
   
  
   
  This transformative 11-part audio collection is more than just sound – it’s a key to unlocking your fullest mental potential. Each session is infused with precisely tuned Alpha brainwave frequencies designed to gently shift your mind into a flow state – where thinking becomes effortless, ideas spark naturally, and distractions fall away.
   
  
   
  Whether you’re brainstorming, writing, designing, or simply trying to organize your thoughts, these tracks are your sanctuary – a place where mental fog clears, confidence rises, and your creative energy flows freely.
   
  
   
  Let each wave of sound clear space in your busy mind, connect you to your inner voice, and light up the pathways of insight, innovation, and brilliance.
   
  
   
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  	•	11 immersive audio tracks, each focusing on a different aspect of mental clarity and creative performance
   
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  You don’t need to force clarity. You just need to tune into it.
   
  Start your journey now – and experience the joy of effortless focus, calm confidence, and the beautiful rhythm of a fully awakened mind.

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