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  Samuel Morse and the Telegraph

  David Seidman

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  Tells the story of how Samuel Morse developed a working telegraph in 1844 that changed the way people communicated. Written in graphic-novel format.

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  Dating Makes You Want to Die -...

  Daniel Holloway, Dorothy Robinson

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  You have two choices: Be attacked by a wolverine or go on a date If you're smart, you chose wolverine. If not—well, wait, are you sure you don't want the wolverine?Happily ever after isn't so easy anymore. It's all speed dating, matchmaking terror, and visits to your therapist. Whether it's the mortification, frustration, or just plain exhaustion that's got you ready to give up on love, this book is here to help. After all, there are only two ways out of the dating scene. One involves giving up all your possessions and taking a vow of chastity. The other involves finding a permanent (or semi-permanent, anyway) partner. This book will help you get through the latter. From the bar scenes and the first sexual encounter to deciding whether to move in together, Dating Makes You Want to Die walks you through every stage of the dating process—and, like a Belarusian arms dealer, provides the heavy artillery you'll need to destroy the potential problems lurking in each one. Each chapter discusses the problems that can arise when dating, offers a remedy, and includes hilarious sidebars and quizzes to further help you prepare for the jungle out there. Some sanity-keeping tips include:How to make a first impression that is more "good" than "totally crazy."How to not panic the moment you realize you're actually in an honest-to-God relationship.Helpful, foolproof breakup lines for total damage control.Intelligent, snarky, and entertaining, Dating Makes You Want to Die may make you actually want to live through a relationship.

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  Hamlet

  William Shakespeare

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  Hamlet, probably written between 1599 and 1601, takes place in Denmark, recounts how Prince Hamlet carries out his revenge on his uncle Claudius, who murdered his father, the king, marrying his mother, Gertrude, and showing the crown of Denmark . The work is drawn vividly about madness (both real and feigned) and it is perceived in the mind over the prince of the deep pain to excessive anger. Also explores the themes of betrayal, revenge, incest, and moral corruption.

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  There Will Be Blood

  Rachel Lawson

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  "Why are you here to insult me again!" Moaned Dr. Alexander. 
  "No Astra, Queen of Vampires had a vision on a crime scene!" said Lance. 
  "What's new my granddaughter is a medium!" Dr. Alexander moaned. 
  "But what she saw wasn't real!" said Lance 
  "Then why tell us, if it is not real!" said Dante who was trying to clean the blood off the pages of the bloody papers. 
  "What did she see?" asked Dr. Alexander. 
  "A white raven sitting on a human skull blood running from the nose hole of the skull in a dark place," said Lance turning white. 
  "It means you Dad your symbol is a white raven, the skull symbol of death." 
  "What is that meant to mean?" said Dante. 
  "Blue Midnight is going to die or I am King of the grim reapers!" snapped Blake shortly. 
  "What about the bloody nose?" asked Dante. 
  "Blood of death!" said Lance. 
  "What does that mean!" said Dante. 
  "There will be blood!" said Blake. 
  "Don't be a drama queen!" scoffed Lance. 
  "It's just an omen they happen someone is trying to reveal me, the Emperor of the solar system as a grim reaper!" Blake moaned, "and my blood relatives! Wouldn't put it past this guy on the slab! He has the motivation and he didn't know Astra was one of my kin who knew who I was! Come with me you two!" a portal of darkness swirled in the air. 
  beware there will be blood

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  The Sweet Spot - Asian-Inspired...

  Pichet Ong, Genevieve Ko

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  When it comes to Asian desserts, most Americans think of fortune cookies. But, in fact, the Far East is home to a dazzling array of sweets rich with tropical fruits, crunchy nuts, aromatic spices, and, yes, even chocolate.In The Sweet Spot, renowned pastry chef Pichet Ong presents a collection of one hundred recipes for cakes, cookies, pies, tarts, puddings, ice creams, candies, and more. There are traditional Asian desserts with innovative twists, such as Sesame Balls, Mango Sticky Rice, and Almond Tofu, and classic American favorites, like Spiced Coconut Brownies, Banana Cream Pie, and Cream Puffs, livened up with Asian ingredients and cooking techniques. Eschewing the heavy use of butter and sugar, Ong instead highlights the vibrant flavors of Asia—jasmine, lychee, orange blossom water, passion fruit, yuzu, mangosteen, and sesame, to name just a few. And despite the complexity of flavors and textures, all of the recipes are easy enough to make in home kitchens, requiring minimal effort for maximum results. Dazzle dinner-party guests with elegant showstoppers—Thai Tea White Chocolate Tart, Coconut Cream Pie with Toasted Jasmine Rice Crust—or delight the family with simple weeknight treats—Pomegranate Sherbet, Ginger Oatmeal Raisin Cookies.The Sweet Spot includes lush color photographs of almost all of the finished dishes, and a foreword from legendary restaurateur and chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. Savory Asian cuisine has been popular in America for years. Now it's time to embrace the enticing range of exotic desserts.

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  Third gate part 1 the

  Curtis Yost

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  The Third Gate Part 1 is the first in the Amercian Isekai series. Some people found the first edition to be long from chapter to chapter. I reduced it and added some extra information in the book, but skill the same story. I this version is designed for the people that want a quick chapter before bed. Jacob Smith was killed in a freak accident in the first world. He is brought to a place called the Void. Where he is sent to a second world by an angel. The angel's job is to help build him up as he gains abilities and grows strong enough to defeat the Demon Lord. A being that is works from the shadows and has his evil presence in everything in the world. Due to some scenes listener discretion is advised.

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