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Over 4, 000 years ago, in ancient Egypt, a young boy named Imhotep was born. From a young age, he excelled and quickly became known as a genius. Imhotep had the ability to see through difficult problems and was often trying new techniques and experiments. He had many talents, and as an architect, Imhotep designed the step pyramid at Sakkara -- one of the most incredible structures in ancient history. The step pyramid still stands strong today....

It had been foretold that Sunjata would become king. However, many doubted he had the skills to fulfill the prophecy. This story is an adaptation of an epic poem that has been told by jali poets since the 13th century. It tells of a young boy overcoming self-doubt and becoming the founder of the Mande Empire, one of the richest empires in African and Malian history. Sunjata's story is one of perseverance, resilience, and a commitment to the ri...

A modern-day Faust embarks on a wild romp through the peculiar and preposterous American landscape When the Devil shows up in Wakefield’s living room to announce that his time is up, the bookish “de-motivational” speaker tries to strike a deal. The Devil agrees to prolong Wakefield’s life—for now—on the condition that within the next year he finds a more authentic existence. For Wakefield, who is estranged from his family, nearly friendless, a...

The NPR reporter offers an “engaging and enlightening” window into late-90s Cuba, “from the cafes in Havana to the mysterious lairs of Santiago de Cuba” (Kirkus Reviews). For NPR commentator Andrei Codrescu, reporting from Cuba on the eve of Pope John Paul II’s 1998 visit was an opportunity to understand the realities of life in a country that has long been the subject of stereotypes and misconceptions. Following the collapse of the Soviet Uni...

At the end of the millennium, as Armageddon looms, two young women from opposite sides of the world unite as humanity’s last hope for salvation In New Orleans, private investigator Felicity LeJeune has made it her mission to bring down the corrupt televangelist Reverend Mullin, leader of the United Ministries, who filched two million dollars in lottery winnings from Felicity’s unassuming grandmother. Meanwhile, Mullin’s flock of religious fund...

An erotic, comedic, and compulsively readable historical novel depicting the beguiling Giacomo Casanova as he looks back on a life of love and ribald adventure In Count Waldstein’s far-flung Bohemian castle, an aging Casanova spends his days as a librarian cataloging the count’s extensive collection of books. Or at least that’s what he’s supposed to be doing. Ever the storyteller, Casanova instead dedicates himself to his own writing, for whic...

Robert Harcliffe is an average twenty-something who works for his uncle’s business in New Orleans. When a letter arrives from a Brazilian client inquiring after an American secretary, Robert takes the job. On Dom Miguel’s plantation, the young man participates in a plot to overthrow the Empire of Brazil. The Fate of a Crown is a novel by L. Frank Baum.

Determined to accumulate wealth no matter the cost, the American Construction Syndicate hopes to build a state-of-the-art railroad across Baluchistan. Appointed by the company to conduct preliminary research and negotiations on the ground, Colonel Moore travels to Baluchistan with his friend Dr. Warner and their three adult children. Daughters of Destiny is a novel by L. Frank Baum.

This pocket-sized reference book arranges passages from The Message by topic, making it easy to find out what God's Word says about relevant subjects.

Digging deep into city politics gets your hands filthy dirty. When Sherry Proper takes on a case that could expose some of the most influential people in the city, she quickly finds herself in way over her head. With her assistant, Cela, and the help of out-of-favor vice cops, Sherry has to navigate a web of crime, politics, and high drama. As the stakes get higher, it becomes clear that those with something to hide will go to great lengths to...

MTM-13 Tourism Operations Topics Covered Block 1 - All Units Unit 1 - Understanding Tourism Operations (Inter-Sectoral Linkages) Unit 2 - Respecting Resident Concerns in Tourism Operations And Development Unit 3 - Quality Management And Customer Care Unit 4 - Managing Tour Operations - I (In-house Operations - Inbound and Use of Technology) Unit 5 - Managing Tour Operations - II (Field Operations - Inbound and Outbound) Unit 6 - Managing Tour ...

MS-61 Consumer Behaviour Topics Covered Block 1 - Consumer Behaviour - Issues and Concepts Unit 1 - Consumer Behaviour - Nature, Scope and Applications Unit 2 - Consumer Behaviour and Lifestyle Marketing Unit 3 - Organisational Buying Behaviour Block 2 - Individual Influences on Buying Behaviour Unit 1 - Perceptions Unit 2 - Consumer Motivation and Involvement Unit 3 - Attitude and Attitude Change Unit 4 - Learning and Memory Unit 5 - Persona...

MES-32 Communication and Information Technology Topics Covered Block 1 - Communication Process Unit 1 - Models and Processes of Communication Unit 2 - Communication for Education and Training Unit 3 - Classroom Communication Unit 4 - Interactivity in Communication Block 2 - Technology for Education and Training Unit 1 - Technology and Educational Transactions Unit 2 - Technology for Design, Development and Delivery of Materials Unit 3 - Techn...

MSWE-03 Disaster Management Topics Covered Block 1 - Introduction to Disaster Management Unit 1 - Hazard, Risk, Vulnerability and Capacity Analysis Unit 2 - Types of Disaster-I (Hydro-meteorological Disasters and Geo-hazards) Unit 3 - Types of Disaster-II (Other including Human Made) Unit 4 - Institutional Mechanism for Disaster Management Block 2 - Mitigation and Preparedness Unit 1 - Community-Based Disaster Management Unit 2 - Early Warnin...

JMC-03 Reporting, Writing and Editing Topics Covered Block 1 - News Reporting Unit 1 - What is News, News Value Sources of News Unit 2 - Types of News Reporting: Objective, Interpretative, Investigative and Crime Unit 3 - Qualities and Responsibilities of a Reporter Unit 4 - Interviewing Skills Required for Reporting Block 2 - Specialised Reporting Unit 1 - Court Reporting Unit 2 - Legislature Reporting Unit 3 - Science and Technology Reportin...

A sexy enemies-to-lovers romance set in the world of the Wrights about Hollin & Piper from USA Today bestselling author K.A. Linde... No one on this planet pushes my buttons like Hollin Abbey. I don't know if it's the rugged, sexy cowboy look or the Harley Davidson motorcycle or the cocky swagger. Or just him. But whenever we're together we fight like cats and dogs. Now our vineyards are rivals in the annual wine competition, and I'm det...

A Battle for Truth and Justice!After a computer explosion at the library, Josiah King takes cover in a room full of Bibles. As he reads God's Word for the first time, mysterious radioactive fumes transform him into a superhero--Captain Absolutely! Now, he must stand up to battle evil villains and defend God's truth.This award-winning comic was created by Wooton Z. Bassett, who has also created other comics including Drake the Cosmic Copper and...

Grace Tonquin is an American Quaker who works tirelessly in Vichy France to rescue Jewish children from the Nazis. After crossing the treacherous Pyrâenâees, Grace returns home to Oregon with a brother and sister whose parents were lost during the war. Though Grace and her husband love âElias and Marguerite as their own, echoes of Grace's past and trauma from the Holocaust tear the Tonquin family apart. More than fifty years after they disappe...