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...

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.

A revised and expanded edition of the definitive guide to the Diamond Approach, the modern contemplative practice that integrates psychology and spirituality and emphasizes the importance of self-inquiry.The Diamond Approach has been developed and taught over the last forty-five years by Hameed Ali, who is known chiefly by his pen name, A. H. Almaas. This book, the first to offer a full overview of the Diamond Approach, is now revised and expanded with a new forewo...

A kaleidoscopic history of how the 1960s and 1970s changed London foreverWaterloo Sunrise is a panoramic and multifaceted account of modern London during the transformative years of the sixties and seventies, when a city still bearing the scars of war emerged as a vibrant yet divided metropolis. John Davis paints lively and colorful portraits of life in the British capital, covering topics as varied as the rise and fall of boutique fashion, Soho and the se...

The Diamond Approach has been developed and taught over the last twenty-five years by Hameed Ali (known chiefly by his pen name, A. H. Almaas), who is widely recognized as a leader in the integration of spirituality and psychology. This is the first book to introduce the complete spectrum of his teachings to a general audience.

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...

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...

This book is a complete encyclopedia of experimental aircraft from 1950 until today.The book is illustrated with colour photos for each airplane and some B&W,enlisted by country.Here you can find all the famous NASA'S X-planes and planes with most peculiar shapes and functionality.A useful guide for all aviation enthusiasts.

Have you ever felt trapped by your own behaviors, pushing away the people you love or sabotaging your own happiness? Do you want to break free from toxic patterns and build healthier, more meaningful relationships with others—and yourself?How to Stop Being Toxic: A Journey to Healthier Relationships and Inner Peace is your ultimate guide to transformation. Whether you're seeking to heal strained relationships, cultivate empathy, or develop emotional resilience, this book provides th...

A world where anything is possible. Vampires battle organized crime factions for control of the underground, while armies field regiments of both Mech and Orc warriors. Pirates rule the skies, watching Zombies decimate what remains of Humanity below.And what story would be complete without love? True love. The kind of love that steals the heart of a ship's captain, and places his crew in the middle of sword battles and saloon fights aplenty.

With the Skyla System at war, the unlikeliest of heroes are about to step up and become legends. Prepare to discover the true meaning of adventure as vampires, saloons, epic sword battles and personal quests for cigars and good whiskey creep up at every turn.