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Laurent Binet

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Sam Taylor

One of The Washington Post's 50 Best Novels of the Year**A finalist for the 2026 Dublin Literary Award“As full of epic characters as the Sistine Chapel ceiling . . . Sinfully fun to read.” —Jennifer Wilson, The New Yorker**“[A] thorough success . . . A dazzling romp.” —Steven Poole, The Guardian“Historical fiction doesn’t get much better than this.” —George Cochrane, The Telegraph (...

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Laurent Binet

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Sam Taylor

“Captivating . . . [HHhH] has a vitality very different from that of most historical fiction.” —James Wood, The New Yorker**The basis for the major motion picture, "The Man with the Iron Heart " available on streaming and home video.HHhH: "Himmlers Hirn heisst Heydrich," or "Himmler's brain is called Heydrich." The most lethal man in Hitler's cabinet, Reinhard Heydrich seemed indestructible—until two exiled operatives, a Slovak an...

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Laurent Binet

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Sam Taylor

An ambitious and highly entertaining novel of revisionist history from the author of the international bestseller HHhH, Laurent Binet's Civilizations is nothing less than a strangely believable counterfactual history of the modern world, fizzing with ideas about colonization, empire-building, and the eternal human quest for domination. It is an electrifying novel by one of Europe's most exciting writers.Freydis is a woman warrior and leader of a b...

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Laurent Binet

"A cunning, often hilarious mystery for the Mensa set and fans of Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose and Tom Stoppard's Arcadia." —Heller McAlpin, NPRParis, 1980. The literary critic Roland Barthes dies—struck by a laundry van—after lunch with the presidential candidate François Mitterand. The world of letters mourns a tragic accident. But what if it wasn't an accident at all? What if Barthes was . . . murdered?In The Seventh Function of...

An ever-increasing thirst for information in recent years among consumers, researchers, and the general population has necessitated continuous growth of internet architecture and accessibility, an issue which, if not addressed properly, may inhibit the growth of the internet as a whole. Solutions for Sustaining Scalability in Internet Growth investigates current issues impeding the growth of information architecture and explores methods for developing a wider-reaching and ever-evolving int...

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Alfred Binet

"The Mind and the Brain" by Alfred Binet explores the intricate relationship between mental processes and the physiological workings of the brain. Binet, a pioneering psychologist, delves into the nature of intelligence, memory, and cognition, emphasizing the importance of empirical research in understanding the mind. His work laid the groundwork for future psychological studies, particularly in the realms of intelligence testing and educational psychology. Binet's insights challenge reade...

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Alfred Binet

In "The Mind and the Brain," Alfred Binet, a pioneering psychologist, delves into the intricate relationship between mental processes and neurophysiological functions. Structured as a critical exploration, the book combines empirical research with philosophical inquiry, offering profound insights into cognition, consciousness, and the workings of the human mind. Binet employs a clear, engaging prose style that demystifies complex scientific ideas, situating his work within the burgeoning f...

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Alfred Binet

Only a few years ago the general public was in almost total ignorance of the great truth of Thought Transference, Thought Projection, Telepathy, or Mind Reading. It is true that here and there were to be found a few scientists earnestly investigating and eagerly uncovering the hidden truths concerning the subjects. But the mass of the people were either entirely ignorant of the subject, or else were intensely skeptical of any thing concerning the matter, laughing to scorn the daring thinke...

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Alfred Binet, Théodore Simon

The authors discuss the characteristics of "mentally defective" children, addressing their cognitive limitations, behavioral tendencies, and challenges in adapting to conventional education systems. Their work emphasizes the need for specialized teaching methods tailored to these children, advocating for early identification and intervention to support their unique developmental needs. The text reflects the authors' commitment to understanding such children not as "broken" but as individua...

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L. Mühlbach

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W. Binet

L. Mühlbach's "Empress Josephine" delves into the complex life of Josephine de Beauharnais, the first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte. Set against the rich tapestry of early 19th-century Europe, Mühlbach employs a vivid narrative style that intertwines historical accuracy with engaging character development. The novel captures the political and social upheavals of the time while presenting Josephine as a woman of resilience and grace, navigating a tumultuous marriage and a rapidly changing worl...

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L. Mühlbach

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W. Binet

L. Mühlbach's 'Empress Josephine' is a captivating historical novel that delves into the life of Napoleon Bonaparte's beloved first wife, Josephine. Through vivid storytelling and detailed historical accuracy, Mühlbach paints a rich and immersive portrait of the tumultuous era of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. The novel is written in a lyrical and descriptive style, transporting readers to the opulent courts of Europe and the battlefields of the early 19th century. The author's...

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L. Mühlbach

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W. Binet

In "Empress Josephine," L. Mühlbach intricately weaves historical narrative with vivid character exploration, illuminating the life of Josephine Bonaparte, the first wife of Napoleon. The book presents a rich tapestry of the political intrigues and personal struggles that shaped Josephine's existence against the backdrop of a tumultuous France. Mühlbach employs a lyrical prose style that enhances the emotional depth of Josephine's journey, capturing both her resilience and vulnerabilities ...