Now a major motion picture starring Guy Pearce, The Last Vermeer* is a revelatory biography of the world’s most famous forger—a talented Mr. Ripley armed with a paintbrush—and a deliciously detailed story of deceit in the art world.It’s a story that made Dutch painter Han van Meegeren famous worldwide when it broke at the end of World War II: A lifetime of disappointment drove him to forge Vermeers, one of which he sold to Hermann Goering in mockery of the...

A History of the Samurai tells the complete story of Japan's legendary warrior class from beginning to end—an epic tale of intrigue, bloodshed and bravery that is central to an understanding of the Japanese character and of Japanese history. It describes in detail the core Samurai philosophy of Bushido—"the way of the warrior"—a complex code of conduct embracing ideals of honor and loyalty that continues to govern the Japanese way of life today.Historian Jonathan L...

Adjust your crown and rise above the noise of life. In a world filled with distractions and chaos, it is crucial that you maintain your stand and remain levelheaded. Just like a crown sits gracefully on your head, it symbolizes your inner strength, resilience, and God’s calling; we were created with a purpose, we are called to be limitless, the only limitation is created by you. In the middle of the noise and chaos, it is easy to lose sight of your true worth and potential. The noise can b...

The darkness can be described as a bad experience, a time where your dreams seem to crumble down, your goals seem too far from you, and everythingn you have accomplished in life is over. It is extremely important to understand that the dark feeling and the pain is temporary. During the first 3 chapters you will get to know and understand the story of Johan and Ella; it brings a reality that most of us have dealt with before represented in a fictional love story that did not ended well. In ...

In this book, I broke down the idea and myths about the concept of creating a habit in 21 days. What does it takes to become a successful person and improve yourself? Discipline is the most common trait in a successful person or leader. By presenting you with scientific and medical facts and personal experiences, I opened myself up to you in this book to provide you guidance in your journey to success. By being a part of the military and law enforcement, I have seen some common mistakes of...

A new game has turned the world into an augmented playground where Loren hopes to win first place and the attention of the girl she likes. Bored with daily chores, Loren grinds levels in Holo Heroes and local meet-ups serve as a jumping-off point to a new augmented world around her. But what started as casual fun turns into an accidental rivalry with a veteran champion of the game. Soon she's racing towards the national stage to see who will take the grand title.Can Loren survive t...

EFT Tapping is appropriate for all ages, starting from beginners who know nothing about EFT to well experienced individuals. When using EFT Tapping for anxiety, the beauty of this, one can use it anywhere, anytime. It's very discrete and offers relief almost immediately.EFT Tapping will allow for one to confront personal uncertainties and weaknesses without worrying about judgment and then helps them to clean them out. That quiets one's mind and offers genuine healing. Chasing away...

If you're a survivor, it's important to take one day at a time. Let 101Tips for Survivors of Sexual Abuse be your companion in healing andyou'll be reminded of the strength and wisdom that's already inside you.This book will help you celebrate the good days and develop solid copingstrategies for the bad times. Most importantly, this book will remindthat you're not alone and it was never your fault.Acclaim for 101 Tips For Survivors of Sexual Abuse: A Pocket Boo...

Finding love can be difficult for some due to fears originating from childhood (watching dis-functional parental relationships) or previous relationships with other people. However, most of us do want someone to be around to share our good and bad times without complaining.If love is what you are looking for than EFT Tapping for a Soul Mate might be just what you need to start sending right vibes out to the universe to attract the perfect partner for you.It's finding out to...

Learn to speak in Italian about the things that matter to you.Massively improve your Italian vocabulary and speaking skills through reading about these 32 everyday topics.Who is it for?If you are a high beginner with a good understanding of basic grammar and vocabulary then this is the book to help you to take your Italian to the next level.How does it work?Each article covers a topic that you would ...

Female sexuality is really important to a woman's self-image as well as her self-worth. If at any time her sex drive wanes, the impacts sometimes reach far beyond the bedroom. Her sense of importance as a woman is often affected as well as her understanding of her relationship with her significant other. Not to mention her overall satisfaction of life.With EFT tapping women can learn to increase their libido to gain the full satisfaction as a sexually fulfilled being. By incorporat...

"An unmissable series!" –Samantha Young, New York Times bestselling author of On Dublin Street“This is the stuff swoons are made of.” Wendy Higgins, New York Times bestselling author of Sweet EvilIn this special eBook version, experience OBSIDIAN, ONYX, and OPAL as told by Daemon Black…This book is enhanced with exclusive content—two original son...