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This is the story of a bush legend of the 20th Century. A man who shunned society and chose to live a life alone with nature, with the mighty Murray River as his lifeline for 54 years. Max Jones, a Detective Sergeant with the South Australian Police Force became interested in "The Possum" and to why he had "gone bush."
Was he a murderer on the run?
Had he committed serious crimes that lead to him avoiding all human contact for years? Max Jones instincts...
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If you have a father, mother, sister, brother, grandmother, auntie or any close relative or friend incarcerated in any form of secure lockdown, one of your first thoughts is probably, "when will I get to see them again free?" Now just imagine, if your loved one physically ends up
imprisoned (or have even escaped the system) but they have been locked up spiritually their entire life? In this book, I will share my powerful testimony that will demonstrate...
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How am I supposed to carry on like normal when half of my soul has been taken from me? Losing my wife of 53 years changed who I am, and nothing will ever be the same again. I have never experienced such bitterness, heartache, and loneliness before. I struggle to find purpose and hope in the future. I've always been a happy guy, but now I'm facing the biggest battle of my life to be that person again. Although sometimes tempted, I can't give up. I'll...
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El arquitecto narra la historia acerca de la vida de Lavrenti Beria, el cual nació el 31 de marzo de 1899 en Merkheuli, una aldea del ókrug de Sujumi, situado en la región georgiana de Abjasia, por entonces una de las zonas más atrasadas del Imperio ruso. Proveniente de una familia de campesinos pobres, Beria pertenecía al grupo étnico georgiano mingreliano y a la Iglesia ortodoxa georgiana, una rama independiente de la Iglesia ortodoxa. Los...
6) Exile Child
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Based on a true story, Exile Child conveys the pain, heartache and inner strength of Sarah Bartmann (the Hottentot Venus) in a way that will leave you feeling both angry at the less glorious side of history and also humbled by a sense of wonder at how anyone could tolerate a life of slavery without losing that most precious of human needs...hope.
"Exile Child is a historically correct flesh-and-blood portrayal of one of our most tragic heroines."...
7) Nikola Tesla
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A lo largo de este audiolibro, seremos testigos de la infancia de Tesla, su fascinante educación temprana y las influencias que lo llevaron a explorar los misterios de la electricidad y el electromagnetismo. Descubriremos cómo su enfoque en la corriente alterna cambió el mundo y cómo sus sueños de energía inalámbrica y comunicación global prefiguraron la era moderna de la tecnología.
Nikola Tesla, un nombre que evoca misterio y maravilla,...
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The quality of life that we enjoy today is a function of the actions of many individuals in different spheres of life. Some of these people came before us many years ago, while others live amongst us. This book explores the lives of some significant historical figures to find out whether they had any common attributes that we can emulate.
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One overlooked figure in the Punic Wars is Hamilcar Barca, who is now best remembered for being Hannibal's father. However, before Hannibal marched out of Spain, it was Hamilcar who had positioned forces there, and he was already a significant historical figure in his own right. Indeed, had it not been for his death, his legacy likely would have been more important than that of his illustrious son, who is now remembered as one of history's greatest...
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Freddie Steinmark was starting safety for the undefeated University of Texas Longhorns in 1969. In the thrilling "Game of the Century," a come-from-behind victory against Arkansas that ensured Texas the National Championship, Steinmark played with pain in his left leg. Two days later, X-rays revealed a cancerous bone tumor so large that it seemed a miracle Steinmark could walk, let alone play football. Within a week of the Arkansas game, his leg was...
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At the age of 56, she retired as a federal government manager, leaving behind a six-figure salary and great benefits, to make drastic changes in her life. Was this logical or reasonable? She had experience in accounting, finance, policy, procedures, real estate, supervision, and management. What was it that enticed a veteran, mother, grandmother, and successful business woman, who still had a bright future ahead of her, to chase after something greater...
12) The Bush Wars
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This is a book of letters between a soldier, RIP, and his family and friends during the wars with Iraq, first with President George H. W. Bush, then with George W. Bush - the "Bush Wars".
When RIP first deployed for Desert Storm, his baby daughter, Vicky, was three months old. RIP wrote heartfelt letters to her for posterity, not knowing if he'd get to see her grow up but wanting to tell her of his hopes and dreams. She grew into a teenager before...
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DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT THE OFFICIAL BOOK.
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In "Tucker" by Chadwick Moore, readers gain an intimate understanding of the influential and polarizing figure Tucker Carlson, who became a powerful counternarrative voice on cable news for tens of millions of Americans. Carlson's unique perspective challenged the establishment, Washington, and the mainstream media on crucial issues like the COVID-19...
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Join us on a journey through the life of Rosa Parks, the woman who changed history with a single act of courage. From her childhood in Alabama to her role as a leader in the civil rights movement, Rosa Parks' story is one of determination, resilience, and a deep commitment to justice. Along the way, you'll learn about the segregation laws of the time, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, and the impact of the civil rights movement on the world we live in today....
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Entre la pérdida y el amor - Nuestro viaje en busca de la libertad es una celebración de nuestras vidas y examina todos los recuerdos, creencias y circunstancias que nos llevaron al exilio en los Estados Unidos.
Nuestras experiencias distintivas pueden reflejar las experiencias de otras familias cubanas que abandonaron la isla en busca de libertad. Pero, como muchos, vemos nuestras vidas y elecciones a través del prisma de ser innegablemente cubanos,...
16) Five American Women Rebels: The Lives and Legacies of Some of the Women Who Decisively Changed Ameri
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For much of American history, women were second-class citizens in the sense they could not vote or run for office and had few property rights. However, women were often able to overcome social restrictions and forcefully affect the world around them, sometimes nationally. This took a real force of character, determination, and sometimes bravery.
Women were discouraged from becoming involved in politics, and the majority of American men thought women...
17) French Illusions
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"This is a wonderful debut memoir, made much more appealing because it is true. A well written, fast-paced book enhanced by sprinkles of French..."
A futile lie. She does not speak French. She knows it was wrong to accept the nanny position.
You'll find this unusual story, based on Linda's diary from 1979, even more engaging because it reads like a novel.
Twenty-one-year-old Linda needs to learn a language fast in order to fulfill her lofty dreams....
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During World War II, greatly increased engine power allowed these aircraft to slice through the sky at speeds of 200 miles per hour (mph), 300 mph, or even in excess of 400 mph when flying flat-out. Service ceilings jumped to 30,000 feet, altitudes unthinkable to World War I's aviators.
pilots had to adapt to countless technological improvements, and a select few truly mastered the art of dogfighting during history's deadliest war. In the United States,...
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The journey through grief is unique and does not follow a set time line or a clearly defined path.
In this raw, vulnerable memoir, Katty Douraghy chronicles her personal experience through grief after the death of six family members, including her parents and her stepparents, within a very short time frame.
The Butterfly Years infuses hope and lessons learned along the way to show a different perspective on grief and mourning. Whether you are experiencing...
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From Croatia to the Canefields. Marija's idyllic early childhood on the beautiful Croatian island of Korčula is brutally disrupted by the invasion of the Italians and then the Nazis in 1941, bringing death and destruction. The devastation has left families struggling to survive years after the war has ended. In 1950 an opportunity arrives for 17-year-old Marija to escape the hunger and despair all around her by committing herself to a complete stranger...