A prologue to a longer tale. A novel of courage and sacrifice.A drama of love and lost hope renewed.A story of a boy who fears his life is running out of time, a man with a second chance, and the bond they form in the time they share...Sometimes you must give your life, to get it back...

Hilarious series about life in Butterthwaite's local newspaper officeLaugh out loud as you listen to this six-part satirical comedy series about a hapless news reporter trying to make his way in the tight-knit Butterthwaite community – starring Robert Beck and Jeffrey Holland, with guest appearances by Mark Gatiss and Peter SerafinowiczGraham Carpenter has big dreams of being a serious journalist, but he doesn’t quite have the skills to match. Starting a new...

As the application of object technology--particularly the Java programming language--has become commonplace, a new problem has emerged to confront the software development community. Significant numbers of poorly designed programs have been created by less-experienced developers, resulting in applications that are inefficient and hard to maintain and extend. Increasingly, software system professionals are discovering just how difficult it is to work with these inherited, "non-optimal" appl...

Zum 1.1.2021 ist das neue Sanierungsgesetz (StaRUG) in Kraft getreten und hat erhebliche Auswirkungen auf die Bank-, Sanierungs- und Insolvenzpraxis. Die Neuauflage stellt u.a. den Anwendungsbereich und Umfang des Stabilisierungs- und Restrukturierungsrahmens nach dem StaRUG vor. Das neue Kapitel zum vorinsolvenzlichen Restrukturierungsverfahren greift aktuelle Fragestellungen auf, das Thema Eigenverwaltung wird vor dem Hintergrund der Ergebnisse der ESUG-Evaluation vertieft dargestellt. N...

Embark on an epic literary voyage with "140 Sea Adventure Novels", a meticulously curated anthology that captures the essence and thrill of nautical escapades from some of the greatest minds in classic and adventure literature. Spanning a wide range of literary styles from the fantastic tales of Edgar Allan Poe to the intricate and action packed stories by Jules Verne, this collection invites readers into uncharted waters teeming with pirates, shipwrecks, and heroic exploits. From the haun...

Black Flags and Broken Maps: 4 Classic Corsairs, Islands, and Sea Mysteries dives into the tumultuous waters of literary maritime adventure, weaving together tales of piracy, enigmatic islands, and deep-sea secrets. The collection explores themes of exploration, deception, and the unknown, offering a varied tapestry of narrative styles from suspense to swashbuckler. Readers will find themselves captivated by the richly detailed worlds and the tension of high seas escapades, as each piece o...

Vier Könige sind drei zu viel. Niemand von uns will dich wirklich für sich, aber wir wollen wissen, für wen dein Herz am meisten schlägt. Denn so sind nun einmal die Regeln. Bist du endlich dazu bereit, einen Namen zu nennen? Oder müssen wir dich … zwingen? Mable hat sich unbeliebt bei der Elite gemacht und muss jetzt lernen, was es bedeutet, dem reichen It-Girl Clarisse Cunningham im Weg zu stehen. Nicht nur einer der Kings ist Mable verfallen. Sondern alle. Was muss Mable als Strafe durc...

Die Machtergreifung der Nationalsozialisten im Januar 1933 ist ein Schlüsselereignis der Weltgeschichte. Die rasche Konsolidierung der Macht durch Hitler und die Beseitigung der Demokratie praktisch über Nacht erstaunen und erschüttern bis heute. Und bis heute sind sich Historikerinnen und Historiker über die Gründe für das Ende der Weimarer Republik und den schnellen Erfolg der Nationalsozialisten uneinig.Dieses Buch wirft 90 Jahre später eine internationale Perspektive auf das Epo...

This is the first book to systematically describe the range of approaches used in music imagery and Guided Imagery and Music across the lifespan, from young children through to palliative care with older people.Covering a broad spectrum of client populations and settings, international contributors present various adaptations of the Bonny Method of Guided Imagery to accommodate factors such as time restraints, context (including hospitals, schools, and the wider community), client ...

Mutiny Under Moonlit Sails - 8 Classic High Seas Stories of Pirates & Peril sails through treacherous waters of literary exploration, capturing the allure and danger of the pirate's life. This anthology encompasses an array of storytelling styles, from the robust journalism of Jack London to the imaginative adventures of Robert Louis Stevenson. Engaging in themes of rebellion, survival, and the eternal battle between man and sea, the collection artfully compiles narratives showcasing the d...

Space Travelers and Nothing But Space Travelers 8 - Eleven Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60sArena by Fredric BrownYellow Streak Hero by Harlan EllisonThe Space Beasts by Clifford D. SimakIn The Walls of Eryx by H. P. Lovecraft and Kenneth SterlingPotential by Robert SheckleyCollision Orbit by Clyde BeckCollision Orbit by Katherine MacLeanMr. Meek—Musketeer by Clifford D. Simak...

In 'The Sea's Ruthless Gamble,' readers will embark on a journey through the turbulent waters of classic maritime adventure. This anthology, featuring six riveting novels, captures the multifaceted nature of seafaring life. From the harrowing challenges faced by intrepid sailors to the enchantments of distant shores, this collection explores the relentless power of the sea. The narratives vary from suspenseful adventures and moral dilemmas to romantic escapades and mystical encounters, cre...