Rarely in history has a great city arisen in a less likely place than the islands and mud flats of the Venetian lagoon. But they provided the city's founders with a refuge from the barbarians who had invaded their mainland homes. With energy and ingenuity, these displaced people created a maritime empire of unequaled splendor. At its height, the Republic of Venice was said to encompass "one quarter and one half of one quarter" of the known world. During those years, its merchant princess l...

Aviation is one of the most competitive industries in history.Some canceled aircraft programs still arouse strong feelings among those serving at the time as well as those who worked in the aerospace industry. Sometimes projects were canceled despite showing great promise. All of these make it interesting to look back on history.For every military aircraft that makes it into service, a thousand projects only live on as tattered blueprints in filing cabinets, artworks or sit silently...

Are you ready to break free from the patterns of narcissism and embrace a more authentic, compassionate, and fulfilling life? How to Stop Being a Narcissist offers a powerful roadmap for anyone seeking to overcome narcissistic tendencies and transform their relationships and sense of self.This guide provides practical strategies, expert insights, and empowering exercises designed to help you:Build Self-Awareness: Learn to identify and acknowledge narcissistic...

Do you struggle to start conversations, keep them flowing, or turn small talk into something more meaningful? Whether you're networking at work, making new friends, or deepening relationships with loved ones, How to Talk to Anyone About Anything is your essential guide to mastering communication.Packed with practical tips, proven strategies, and insightful examples, this book will help you:Build confidence in any social situationMaster the art of active liste...

In a distant galaxy, planets are on the brink of civil war. While the totalitarian Legion prepares its troops, Captain Adam Michaels sees opportunity in the field of smuggling. Now, along with the rest of the Gunship's crew, Adam will chase their biggest payday yet. Of course, they'll have to face vampires, orc, true love, and plenty of other perils along the way. Gunship is the perfect mix of whiskey, saloons, spaceships and alien races.

From the author of Gigs and The Reservist, John Davis's new poetry collection Guard the Dead explores the consequences of war and the struggles of the human spirit to endure. As a former Coast Guard veteran, Davis brings an authentic voice to his verses on military life, violence, trauma, and the perseverance of love amidst unimaginable hardship.Populated with vivid imagery and unflinching honesty, Davis's poems transform the personal into the universal. ...

Invaders threaten us from above, below, within, and beyond. Not scared enough yet? This anthology will help! From the Horrific Scribes web archive of original short fiction (and some poetry) come 24 selections that involve horrific invasions. Only 23 are short stories--one is a group of poems--and that's not the only way the book cover deceives you. None of the stories involves UFOs attacking Earth. Horrific Scribes seeks "the provocative, scary, and strange," and these w...

He promised he would come home. She believed him. Then his final letter arrived after his death.Tony Balbados was only a boy when he first noticed Marry Nockdown standing in the doorway with a poetry book pressed against her chest.He had come to tutor her sister in mathematics. He never expected that an ordinary afternoon would become the beginning of the greatest love of his life.Years later, Tony and Marry marry and build a small, imperfect, happy...

Introducing "Healing Complex PTSD and Codependency: A Guide for Women" – a groundbreaking and transformative guide that will empower readers to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. This book is a beacon of hope for those seeking to conquer the shadows of their past and embrace a brighter future filled with resilience, self-love, and authentic relationships.Discover Freedom from PTSDIn the pages of "Healing Complex PTSD and Codependency," read...

This book contents the complete history of Italian Air Force 1930-2019 including Regia Aeronautica era of World War II and Aeronautica Militare of Cold War era and the evolution up to our days.Inside the book you can find all the conflicts that took place,the missions,and all the types of most important airplanes in this Air Force inventory.From the Breda Ba.25 to the modern aircraft such as F-35 are all in this book,most of them in colour photos and schematics.A must have for Aviation ent...

Ashes Over Normandy is the devastating first installment in the Cruel Love series, a World War II romance tragedy that follows the emotional collapse and transformation of love under the weight of war. Set between New York and the European front during WWII, the story traces the relationship between John McNemmara and Victoria James—two young people who fall in love before history tears them apart.What begins as a hopeful connection in New York slowly evolves into...