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Every modern Illuminati theory descends from three books. Here they are — complete, unabridged, and undiluted by commentary. 1797: Edinburgh professor John Robison — no pamphleteer, but secretary of Scotland's Royal Society — publishes Proofs of a Conspiracy, charging that the Bavarian...

Die Hörbuchbox "Höhepunkte" aus der "Bibliothek Europa" präsentiert Meisterwerke der Literatur und Philosophie in großer Vielfalt der Genres, Themen und Epochen, jeweils kuratiert und mit Einleitung versehen von Sven Görtz. Wie ein Sohn seinen berühmten Vater literarisch übertrumpfen kann...

Während der Feldzug des Kriegsherrn, die Galaxis zu erobern, weitergeht, suchen seine Generäle nach neuen Schlachtfeldern, auf denen sie sich beweisen können. Perturabo, der rachsüchtige Primarch der Iron Warriors, begibt sich nach Tallarn und entfesselt dort ein verheerendes Bombardement auf die Welt, mit dem er Millionen Menschen tötet und die Überlebenden zwingt, sich in befestigte Stellungen zurückzuziehen. Ein brutaler Panzerkrieg beginnt, der bislang größte des Krieges, der beide Seiten im Verlauf eines Jahres harter Kämpfe zermürbt.

Behind every battle fought during the American Civil War stood ordinary men and women whose lives were forever changed by extraordinary circumstances. In these seventeen classic stories and historical sketches, young soldiers confront the harsh realities of war, families are divided by loyalty...

México insurgente representa el preludio de su labor como corresponsal de guerra y sus posteriores obras sobre los conflictos bélicos. Es un relato en primera persona, un testimonio de carácter épico de sus vivencias como acompañante de las tropas villistas y carrancistas en sus victorias y desventuras durante la Revolución mexicana, desde que en el otoño de 1913 fuera enviado a la frontera sur con la finalidad de atestiguar la segunda oleada revolucionaria tras el derrocamiento del gobierno de Francisco I. Madero por parte de los huertistas.

“The book I most often give as a gift to cheer people up.” —Hilary Mantel * “A deceptively smart comic gem.” —The New York Times Book Review Set in a 1950s Sydney department store during the holiday rush, this “witty and delicious” (People) comedy of manners follows four women...

This book focuses on three important aspects of body language: leadership, reading hints, and making eye contact. It sounds so simple, but these are three of the most important factors in conversations between two people, or in a group, and they define who we are, what message we convey, and how to interpret those messages every day. 

A heartwarming series of stories and practical wisdom on entrepreneurship and wealth in the vein of Rich Dad, Poor Dad, written by a financially independent father for his ambitious son. Soon after he opened his vineyard for business many years ago, the Wealthy Gardener noticed a puzzling fact...

Explore the profound themes of individual freedom, societal norms, and the delicate balance between liberty and responsibility in this engaging podcast inspired by On Liberty. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into the complexities of personal rights, the impact of social control, and the enduring struggle for self-expression in a rapidly changing world. This rotating collection invites listeners to reflect on the timeless relevance of these ideas, as they resonate with contemporary discussions surrounding free speech and the limits of authority. With each new episode,...

The irresistible story of a one-man cultural phenomenon. Minister for the Counterculture, Mancunian mainstay and alternative national treasure John Robb has lived a life in music. In this book he charts his adventures on the cultural frontline, chronicling the making of a DIY icon.

Time travel is real—and used for high-end tourism. Every moment of the past is open to visitors, and no matter what they do then, everything now waits for them, thanks to the sure hand of an experienced time travel technician. Come spend a day behind the controls of the time machine, and discover why, this day of all days, it’s time for this technician to make a change. Because sometimes, time travel is more than just an adventure. Sometimes, it’s a moral imperative.

What does it mean to have a heart that endures to the very end? In A Heart for the Stretch, John Saunders weaves together powerful Christian allegories, spiritual reflections, and kingdom-centered teachings that challenge believers to pursue a deeper walk with Christ. Through unforgettable...

63 vor Christus, eine Zeit des Friedens und des Wohlstands: Die Legionen der mächtigen Römischen Republik haben alle Feinde in die Knie gezwungen. Doch auf den Straßen Roms fließt das Blut. Während die Obrigkeit wegsieht, führt Decius Caecilius Metellus der Jüngere, Hauptmann der Vigiles, einen einsamen Kampf gegen die grassierende Gewalt. Als ein Silberwechsler und ein Bauunternehmer ermordet aufgefunden werden, erkennt Metellus die bedrohlichen Vorzeichen einer großangelegten Verschwörung – einer Verschwörung, die ihre Wurzeln im Zentrum der Macht selbst hat.

I Mexiko, nära den Mexikanska golfen, lever pärlfiskaren Kino en fattig, men förhållandevis lycklig tillvaro tillsammans med sin hustru Juana och deras lille son Coyotito. En ödesdiger dag sticks Coyotito av en skorpion och hans föräldrar tar honom till staden, så han kan undersökas av...

Ladies and gentlemen, step right up… On 23 March, 1844, General Tom Thumb, at 25 inches tall, entered the Picture Gallery at Buckingham Palace and bowed to Queen Victoria. On both sides of the Atlantic, this event marked a tipping point in the nineteenth century: the age of the ‘Freak’ was...

It’s 5 November, and a woman awakens to a nightmare. Bound and gagged, she lies trapped in the heart of a towering bonfire. As the smoke thickens, panic sets in–she’s moments away from being engulfed in flames. How did it come to this? Rewind eleven months: Margot, a faded TV star, and her long-suffering friend Anna watch as glamorous Liv and her flawless family move into their street. The three women soon fabricate the perfect pretence of friendship, but each harbours her own deadly secret–and newcomer Liv senses something is terribly wrong beneath the polished exteriors.

The Conservation Essentials Collection brings together six classics of American nature writing, wilderness reflection, and early conservation thought. Together these works trace a line from personal communion with nature to the broader conservation ethic that helped shape modern environmental thought.

An active participant in the debates over same-sex marriage for three decades, philosopher John Corvino built strong relationships, and even friendships, with many on the other side. In this urgent and thought-provoking book, Corvino draws lessons from that experience to make the case for how to...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty of the early works that shaped English poetry, as this podcast brings to life the themes of reverence, nature, and personal reflection. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of poignant poems that resonate with the influences of poetic predecessors while exploring the poet's own familial and political ties. Delve into the pastoral landscapes and contemplative musings that characterize this era, where classical references intertwine with profound insights into the human experience. This is not a single story but a...

The murdered man had been an agent - once, long ago. But George Smiley's superiors at the Secret Service want to see the crime buried, not solved. Smiley will not leave it at that, not when it might lead him all the way to Karla, the elusive Soviet spymaster . . . Smiley's People is a thrilling...