What if the greatest treasure wasn't gold... but the power of unity?In a world fractured by loss, fear, and isolation, one small town dares to dream again.Join Tang and Rita on an unforgettable journey through the Enchanted Forest and beyond, where ancient secrets, mystical trials, and legendary treasures await. When a mysterious pendant, a weathered map, and a guardian spirit converge, the young heroes must awaken the dormant power of their community to overcome n...

The landmark text that has guided generations of hematologists and related practitioners―updated with the latest research findingsFor more than fifty years, Williams Hematology has set the standard as the field’s most trusted and comprehensive reference. This eleventh edition continues to serve as both an authoritative resource and a practical, go-to guide for students, residents, fellows, and clinicians seeking clear, reliable answers in patient care....

"Those who philosophize correctly practice dying and death."— Socrates, PhaedoWhat does it mean to live a philosophical life until the very end? In this remarkable portrait of Immanuel Kant's final years, Thomas De Quincey explores how one of history's greatest thinkers confronted old age, decline, and mortality.Philosophers are often remembered only by their ideas and dates: born here, died there. Yet the closing chapter of a life can reveal as much as a l...

Behind Eden follows the lives of four extraordinary adventurers as they make the most of the years following World War I. What starts with a split-second decision in 1925 explodes into an epic tale of love, war, betrayal, and regret as one pull of a gun's trigger ripples from a desolate canyon in Syria, through the lush scenery of Italy's Lake Como, and onto the darkened streets of occupied Paris. Along the way, meet the diverse cast of characters, human and otherwise who blur the...

The social world is full of collective entities. But how do collective entities emerge, and what are they made of? What supports their public existence? This book offers a theoretical and empirical response to these questions, through the case study of one of these entities: the national economy in France. The national economy exists as an entity, with its own agency and sometimes even its own personality, in France as in almost every country. Journalists, politicians, trade unionists, bus...

A riveting, in-the-room account of the pivotal six months in 1941 that turned the tide of World War II, as Churchill and Roosevelt forged a crucial alliance and Hitler squandered his early advantage—from the New York Times bestselling author of Road to Surrender“A vital, compelling story told brilliantly and beautifully by a master of dramatic narrative . . . No one does minute-by-minute history better than Evan Thomas.”—Jon Meacham

The Lord is good,a refuge in times of trouble.Nahum 1:7aNahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, and Haggai proclaim the sobering reality of divine judgment and the deep comfort of divine mercy. They confront violence, idolatry, pride, and injustice, while calling God's people to persevere in faithful trust when evil appears to triumph and suffering lingers. Yet these prophets also offer hope: the Lord is righteous and present with the humble, he remains a refuge...

How many daily calories would you need to feed a Charizard?Could the Death Star's laser actually blow up a planet?What is the half-life of the Incredible Hulk?And is the meaning of life really ‘42’?Join Dr Tom Crawford on a tour through the real-world maths of the most absurd fantasy universes. Drawing on a decade's research at some of the world's leading universities, he answers all the mos...

Bake the Best of the BestWhether it’s a buttery, perfectly flakey croissant or an ooey-gooey chocolate chip cookie, there’s magic in mastering iconic recipes. In this must-make collection, baking expert Heather Thomas reveals the secrets to perfecting 55 of the world’s most iconic pastries, cakes, cookies, breads, and desserts.- Satisfy your carb cravings with French Baguettes, Classic Sourdough, New York-Style Bage...

A bold, research-backed call to replace individual grind with collective leadership—and build teams that thrive long after the leader steps away.What if leadership wasn’t about carrying everything alone—but about building a team that thrives without you?In sports and small business, teams routinely underperform despite having the right talent. What’s missing isn’t ability. It’s a defined team identity—the pack—and a system to turn that iden...

Design, build, ground, test, and govern your first AI agent without coding using Microsoft Copilot Studio, Power Platform, and enterprise dataKey FeaturesLearn how to spot practical business opportunities where an AI agent can save time, handle information, and support everyday work.Create your first AI agent step by step with everyday Microsoft Tools without writing a single line of code.Understand how to give your agent the right knowledge an...

In a perfect partnership, the songs, prayers, and philosophies of eight western American Indian tribes are paired with photographs taken by the incomparable Edward S. Curtis. This carefully curated collection is an inspirational and educational journey of respect for their cultures, ideals, and images. The beautiful historical pictures included in this book are by the photogravure artist Edward Sheriff Curtis. Between 1900 and 1927, Curtis visited eighty tribes across North America and too...