The Legend of Captain Kidd: Pirate or Hero: The Shocking Tale Of Skulldugery and Politics on the High Seas by Noel Young (14 Reviews)    Price verified 15 minutes ago

In the annals of piracy, few figures are as enigmatic and controversial as Captain William Kidd. His journey from a reputable seaman to one of the most infamous pirates encapsulates the blurred lines and moral ambiguities of 17th-century piracy and privateering. But he also lived through seismic times in the history of England, Scotland, the Caribbean and of the Americas, especially New York. It's an incredible journey, scuppered by those in high places with wealth and power that all began with maritime tradition dating before Julius ...

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My Non Mathematical Biography: A memoir of a scientist by Vitali Milman Price verified 2 hours ago

Vitali Milman, a world-renowned mathematician who was selected in 2018 by the Milner Global Foundation and the Marker magazine as one of the 70 most influential scientists in Israel, shares his unique and extraordinary journey in the world. In his concise style, Professor Milman describes his remarkable life path, which spans on six decades of accomplished academic career. He recounts the ups and downs, the hardships and the fantastic strokes of luck which saved his life many times. The narrative focuses on the emotional impact the ...

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Lyrics of a Tangled Heart : An Ode to Romance & Heartbreak by Sanyam Jain (12 Reviews)    Price verified 45 minutes ago

Within these pages, you'll embark on a profound journey through the intricacies of - Falling in Love, Heartbreak, Hope, & Healing. These poems, or 'lyrics,' as the poet prefers to call them, will make you feel the magic of love, the pain of heartbreak, the mystic power of hope, and the bittersweet path to healing. Though it's a poetry book but it has been written in a way that it reads like a story. The book has been divided into three parts - Falling in Love; Heartbreak; and Healing. Here's hoping that these lyrics will resonate ...

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The Biggest Idea Ever: Trade anxiety, fear, and burnout for peace, purpose, and significance. by Denis Beauséjour (62 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This business and spirituality memoir tells the story of a successful international executive with consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble. This adventurous odyssey follows Denis through a near-death experience in Japan into a series of awakenings that made him a sought-after spiritual mentor. The book embodies four decades of accumulated wisdom that will help you look at every aspect of your life and chart a fresh journey filled with peace, purpose, and significance. If you are experiencing anxiety, fear or burnout, or you just want ...

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Rapid Riposte: A memoir of my remarkable recovery, revival and resurgence (Bonny Voyage Book 3) by Harry 'the dog' Roberts (Colour2Go Ltd) (2 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

This is the third instalment of Harry Robert's memoirs. The others being 'Bonny Voyage' and 'Gute Fahrt'. Harry is in a 'spot of bother' having walked out of his job so he now has to get his life back together. The story follows Harry on his journey as he recovers from his ordeal. He is determined to fight his way back after his indiscretion. Trying to keep all the different parts in his life happy and content often proves difficult to manage but with good support and a loving family Harry endeavours to make something of himself.

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Unbelievable Crimes Volume One: Macabre Yet Unknown True Crime Stories by Daniela Airlie (340 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

Step into some of the most heinous (yet relatively unknown) crimes ever committed and delve into twelve twisted tales of murder in Unbelievable Crimes. From the deplorable abduction and imprisonment of young women by James Jamelske, who kept his victims in his basement, to the tale of charismatic charmer Charles Schmid who boasted about his savage murders, each story in this anthology dives into pure evil. In one case, I'll take you back to 1993, to the city of Houston, where two teenage girls, Jennifer Ertman, and Elizabeth Peña, ...

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Contending with Paul: The Hidden Story Behind the Writing of Matthew, Mark, and Luke by William Joseph Cobble Price verified 5 minutes ago

Awarded Amazon's "#1 New Release in Biographies of Judaism" Contending with Paul: The Hidden Story Behind the Writing of Matthew, Mark and Luke, is not a book that easily fits into existing genres. Within its pages one will find history, theology, biography, and literary criticism. This book focuses primarily on the first two generations of the Christian movement. The first generation includes the Apostles, Jesus' family members, and Paul. It is this generation who would first debate how the message of Jesus should be presented to ...

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The Villains Who Snapped My Spine: A Memoir by A. H. Nazzareno (15 Reviews)    Price verified one minute ago

"Filled with determination, an honest sense of mortality and enviable vitality, A. H. Nazzareno and his memoir The Villains Who Snapped My Spine set the benchmark for how to cope with a life-changing diagnosis." -- IndiesToday In June 2021, a typical 30-year-old self-proclaimed car and coffee enthusiast's life was suddenly derailed. The humor-laced and nostalgia-infused debut memoir follows A. H. Nazzareno in his attempt to make sense of a rare diagnosis. Written in a hospital bed and in the immediate weeks following major surgery, ...

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Joan Crawford A Talent for Living by Jennifer Bitman (38 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The Hollywood spotlight shines on this intimate biography of screen legend Joan Crawford. From the forgotten child to the Jazz Age flapper to the winner of Best Actress for her role in Mildred Pierce, Joan Crawford's life continues to capture the attention of generations of classic movie fans and a wave of millennials who have crowned her the queen of old Hollywood. But if you think you've read everything about The Legend, think again. Abandoning a traditional approach, Joan Crawford A Talent for Living is a creative non-fiction ...

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Female Prisoners of World War Two (Women Prisoners of War Series) by Nikki McDove (1 Review)    Price verified 5 minutes ago

True Stories of 5 Incredible Women Who Pushed the Boundaries of Women's Roles in War So often, women are ignored in military chronicles, especially those that took place during war where women were barred from participating in military occupations outside of office work and nursing. Herein lies the stories of women who pushed through these stereotypical roles and ended up being taken captive by the enemy. We remember war heroes as men completing great feats of strength on the battlefield, saving the lives of their fellow soldiers. ...

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Rule by The HANDS of The CLOCK by Deane Russell (1 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Perhaps the only book written about Prime Minister Mackenzie King from a personal perspective. Deane Russell spent seven and a half years (1939 to 1945) as principle secretary to Prime Minister Mackenzie King. Although Deane started this book while still serving the prime minister, he never finished until decades later. Deane passed away before he could get his book published. This, the Family Edition, is a joint effort between Deane's son, Lorne and Deane's nephew, Brian Borgford. A formal annotated version has been published by the ...

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