Casa editrice: Big Game Books
The Most Dangerous Game is about a big-game hunter from New York City who falls from a yacht and swims to what seems to be an abandoned and isolated island in the Caribbean, where he is hunted by a Russian aristocrat. Filmed numerous times, it has been called the "most popular short story ever written in English." Upon its publication, it won the O. Henry Award.
Soviet victory over Germany was the most fateful development of World War II. The purpose of this book is to investigate one aspect of the Soviet victory - how the war was won on the battlefield. The author sought, in following the march of the Soviet and German armies from Stalingrad to Berlin, to depict the war as it was and to describe the manner in which the Soviet Union emerged as the predominant military power in Europe. Content: Invasion Retreat Stalingrad the Encirclement Stalingrad the Turning Point The Countermarch The Center and the North Operation Zitadelie The First Soviet Summer Offensive The Battle for the Dnepr Line. The Rising Tide Offensives on Both Flanks- the South Flank Offensives on Both Flanks-the North Flank Paying the Piper Prelude to Disaster The Collapse of the Center The South Flank Retreat and Encirclement Defeat in the North The January Offensive The Defense of the Reich Earl F. Ziemke is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, where he received a Ph. D. degree in history. In World War II he served with the U.S. Marine Corps in the Pacific theater.Mostra libro
In QAnon and On, Guardian columnist Van Badham delves headfirst into the QAnon conspiracy theory, unpicking the why, how and who behind this century’s most dangerous and far-fetched internet cult. From Gamergate to Pizzagate and beyond to QAnon, internet manipulation and disinformation campaigns have grown to a geopolitical scale and spilled into real life with devastating consequences, entangling everyone from politicians to Hollywood celebrities. But what would motivate followers to so forcefully avoid the facts and surrender instead to made-up stories designed to influence and control? It’s a question that has haunted Van, herself a veteran of social media’s relentless trolling wars. In this daring investigation, Van exposes some of the internet’s most extreme communities to understand conspiracy cults from the inside. QAnon and On is the story of the modern internet, the farscape of political belief and a disinformation pipeline built between the two that poses an ongoing threat to democracy itself. Shocking and mesmerising in equal measure, this book will open our eyes to the dangers of partisan belief. 'Van Badham is one of the most lucid, insightful and witty journalists in Australia, and seeing her expose the dark rising madness of conspiracy theories is both a joy and a panic attack all at once.' Johann Hari, New York Times best-selling author ‘Van Badham’s research is rigorous, her argument revealing and her writing absolutely impeccable. A chilling reveal on the world’s newest cult.’ Jamila Rizvi, best-selling author and presenter 'This book will compel you – and indeed all of us – to act to reclaim the internet for the good of humanity.' Ginger Gorman, multi-award winning journalist and author 'As gripping and terrifying as a thriller, but the really chilling twist in the tale is that none of it is fiction.' Jane Caro, Walkley-award winning author 'From Cosplay to QAnon, a terrifying, fascinating look at how an unregulated space of geeks and gamers became fertile ground for deliberate misinformation and political manipulation.' – Dee Madigan, campaigner, author and speaker 'A moving cry for reason in the chaos of a twilight world… a book that deserves - or perhaps, more pointedly, demands - to be widely read.' Ian McFarlane, The Canberra TimesMostra libro
Do you feel like your voice isn't being heard? Struggling to get buy-in at work, connect with potential clients, or build strong personal relationships?You're not alone. In today's fast-paced world, effective communication and persuasion skills are essential for success. The good news? You can learn the powerful tactics used by the most influential people. Psychology of Persuasion unveils the secrets to influencing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This comprehensive guide goes beyond theory, offering practical strategies you can implement right away.Here's what you'll discover: ● The 3 Modes of Persuasion ● Science-Backed Persuasion Theories ● Ethical Persuasion vs. Manipulation ● The 5 Pillars of Emotional Intelligence ● CBT Techniques for Goal Achievement ● 10 Essential Social Skills Psychology of Persuasion isn't just another theoretical book. It's a practical toolkit packed with actionable steps to: ● Increase your influence in all areas of life ● Command respect and recognition for your ideas ● Build trust and rapport with anyone you meet ● Close more deals and achieve your career goals ● Navigate challenging conversations with confidence ● Develop strong, lasting relationships that enrich your life Stop feeling unheard and unseen!Get Psychology of Persuasion today and unlock the power of persuasion. Start influencing others and achieving the success you deserve now!Mostra libro
Thanks to smartphones, war is everywhere, all the time. Anyone can view, analyze, and comment on photos, videos, or other warzone media. Where did this technology come from? And what does it mean for the future of war?This book explains why you see what you do on your phone, and how these devices shape our knowledge, conduct, and representation of war in the 2020s. It shows why smartphones are indispensable in peace and wartime: every device is a potential weapon, lines blur between war and daily life, and conflict becomes a shared digital experience. Social media platforms displace state-controlled narratives, amplifying violence and shaping war's legitimacy. Apps democratize conflict, enabling anyone to identify and attack perceived enemies. As the Ukraine war has shown, this new reality involves complex, unevenly distributed infrastructures, merging civilian communication with military targeting.With war accelerating beyond our comprehension, militaries have raced to benefit from and adapt to the smartphone age. Matthew Ford explores critical questions about today's hyper-connected battlefield.Mostra libro
At the beginning of 1941, it was unclear whether the Allies would be able to remain in the war for much longer. British Prime Minister Winston Churchill had already immortalized the men of the Royal Air Force with one of the West’s most famous war-time quotes, but the potential of a German invasion of Britain still loomed. With the comfort of hindsight, historians now suggest that the picture was actually more complex than that, but the Battle of Britain, fought throughout the summer and early autumn of 1940, was unquestionably epic in scope. In the warm predawn darkness of June 22, 1941, 3 million men waited along a front hundreds of miles long, stretching from the Baltic coast of Poland to the Balkans. Ahead of them in the darkness lay the Soviet Union, its border guarded by millions of Red Army troops echeloned deep throughout the huge spaces of Russia. This massive gathering of Wehrmacht soldiers from Adolf Hitler's Third Reich and his allied states – notably Hungary and Romania – stood poised to carry out Operation Barbarossa, Hitler's surprise attack against the country of his putative ally, Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin. All Americans are familiar with the “day that will live in infamy.” At 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor, the advanced base of the United States Navy’s Pacific Fleet, was ablaze. It had been smashed by aircraft launched by the carriers of the Imperial Japanese Navy. All eight battleships had been sunk or badly damaged, 350 aircraft had been knocked out, and over 2,000 Americans lay dead. Indelible images of the USS Arizona exploding and the USS Oklahoma capsizing and floating upside down have been ingrained in the American conscience ever since. In less than an hour and a half the Japanese had almost wiped out America’s entire naval presence in the Pacific.Mostra libro
A story of an abused woman's journey through life; from the dreary post-war days to the present day. Her struggles with her narcissistic husband at home, and during her employment with a retail giant that portrays a wholesome public image; which masks the corruption within including Green Teeth; Mrs Hitler, Pocket Billiards, Cockers, Giant, Disciplinarian and Sparkle Pants. She then has to fight both her abusive husband and her employer through the courts to protect her teenage children and herself. Culminating in her escape to a life that's safe and free in her own home while reflecting on how much she has achieved in her 16 years of freedom since leaving her abusive husband, tinged with a little sorrow that she had not had the courage to leave her old life sooner as she knows things could have been so different.Mostra libro
