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It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism
A progressive takedown of the uber-capitalist status quo that has enriched millionaires and billionaires at the expense of the working class, and a blueprint for what transformational change would actually look like.
It’s OK to be angry about capitalism. Reflecting on our turbulent times, Senator Bernie Sanders takes on the billionaire class and speaks blunt truths about our country’s failure to address the destructive nature of a system that is fueled by uncontrolled greed and rigidly committed to prioritizing corporate profits over the needs of ordinary Americans.
Sanders argues that unfettered capitalism is to blame for an unprecedented level of income and wealth inequality, is undermining our democracy, and is destroying our planet. How can we accept an economic order that allows three billionaires to control more wealth than the bottom half of our society? How can we accept a political system that allows the super rich to buy elections and politicians? How can we accept an energy system that rewards the fossil fuel corporations causing the climate crisis? Sanders believes that, in the face of these overwhelming challenges, the American people must ask tough questions about the systems that have failed us and demand fundamental economic and political change. This is where the path forward begins.
It’s OK to Be Angry About Capitalism presents a vision that extends beyond the promises of past campaigns to reveal what would be possible if the political revolution took place, if we would finally recognize that economic rights are human rights, and if we would work to create a society that provides a decent standard of living for all. This isn’t some utopian fantasy; this is democracy as we should know it.
Young Queens
WATERSTONES' BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: HISTORY
The boldly original, dramatic intertwined story of Catherine de' Medici, Elisabeth de Valois and Mary, Queen of Scots – three queens exercising power in a world dominated by men.
Sixteenth-century Europe: Renaissance masters paint the ceilings of Florentine churches, kings battle for control of the Continent, and the Reformation forever changes the religious organisation of society. Amidst it all, three young women come of age and into power in an era of empires and revolutions.
Catherine de' Medici's story begins in a convent stormed by soldiers intent on seizing the key to power in Florence – Catherine herself, a girl barely 11 years old. It ends with her as the controversial queen mother of France, a woman both revered and reviled.
Mary, Queen of Scots' story begins in Scotland and ends in England. A queen turned traitor, from the confines of her English prison she longs for the idyll of her childhood in France.
Elisabeth de Valois' story begins in France, where she is born the beloved daughter of a king. It ends tragically in Spain as a cherished queen consort and mother – one who must make the ultimate sacrifice for her kingdom.
Catherine, Mary and Elisabeth lived at the French court together for many years before scattering to different kingdoms. These years bound them to one another through blood and marriage, alliance and friendship, love and filial piety; bonds that were tested when the women were forced to part and take on new roles. To rule, they would learn, was to wage a constant war against the deeply entrenched misogyny of their time. A crown could exalt a young woman. Equally, it could destroy her.
Drawing on new archival research, Young Queens masterfully weaves the personal stories of these three queens into one, revealing their hopes, dreams, desires and regrets in a time when even the most powerful women lived at the mercy of the state.
Pane, čo mám robiť?
Ako možno živú a osobnú vieru odovzdávať ďalším generáciám? Bude ešte o pár rokov možné povedať o našej spoločnosti, že má kresťanské základy? Nebudú sa naše kostoly postupne vyprázdňovať? Aký bude život našich farností?
Autorka knihy Pane, čo mám robiť? sa pokúša odpovedať na tieto otázky tým, že povzbudzuje kresťanov, aby nielen chodili do kostola, ale aby sa stali naozajstnými uvedomelými Ježišovými učeníkmi. Učeníkmi sú ľudia, ktorí majú osobný vzťah k Bohu, ku Kristovi, ktorého sa rozhodli nasledovať. Sú to ľudia, ktorým záleží na tom, aby aj v ich okolí bolo cítiť autenticky prežívané kresťanstvo, ktorí si všímajú hľadajúcich, čo prichádzajú do kostola, čo chcú pristúpiť k sviatostiam, čo sú hladní po čomsi viac ako ponúka konzumná spoločnosť, čo si kladú otázky a sú zvedaví. Byť Ježišovým učeníkom, nasledovať Ježiša, to je tá cesta od tradičného kresťanstva, od zvykového chodenia do kostola ku kresťanstvu, ktoré je atraktívne, ktoré má vplyv na okolie, ktoré oslovuje hľadajúcich a ponúka im blízkosť a pomoc. Formovanie takýchto učeníkov je našou osobnou úlohou voči sebe i úlohou kňazov, rehoľníkov i laikov angažovaných v pastorácii.
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The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook
'Mickey's authentic journey with her autoimmune disease flavours her recipes from beginning to end. Anyone on an AI wellness 'trek' knows that simplicity, earthiness and a gentle, nourishing approach to food (and beyond) are absolutely key. This book should be part of every wellness traveller's kit!' Sarah Wilson, best-selling author of I Quit Sugar
'Mickey's nutrient-rich recipes are very much staples in our home and will no doubt become staples in yours. So if you're keen to heal your body, nourish your soul and enjoy delicious, wholesome food, this is definitely the book for you.' Pete Evans, best-selling author of Going Paleo
One in five of us will be diagnosed with an autoimmune disease at some point in our lives; a condition that occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissue. Conventional medicine has yet to find a cure, so is there anything you can do to help yourself?
In an effort to alleviate the symptoms of her own autoimmune conditions, author Mickey Trescott began following a version of the paleo diet specifically designed for those struggling with autoimmune diseases. By eliminating certain food groups and embracing others, Mickey finally rediscovered her health and vitality.
The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook features 115 of Mickey's most delicious recipes as well as lots of clear information for anyone who wants to explore this version of the paleo diet. Guidelines for the diet are clearly outlined and there are four-week meal plans as well as tips for shopping, batch cooking and preparing ahead. This book is a fantastic first step towards taking control of your health and happiness.
Tajomstvá nedokonalého trhu
Autor jednoduchou, prístupnou formou vysvetľuje zákonitisti a princípy dokonale konkurenčného trhu a odhaľuje tajomstvá fungovania nedokonalého trhu v podmienkych monopolistickej, duopolistickej a oligopolistickej konkurencie. Osobitnú pozornosť venuje základným princípom regulácie a kontroly, formovaniu konkurenčného prostredia v slovenskej ekonomike, opatreniam protimonopolnej politiky, protimonopolným a protitrustovým zákonom, ako aj základným princípom a pravidlám, ktorými sa Protimonopolný úrad SR snaží ochraňovať hospodársku súťaž. Určené pre študentov ekonomických fakúlt i pre podnikateľov.
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Válka s mloky, 3. vydání
Válka s Mloky se dlouho rozvíjí jako koláž novinových výstřižků a jiných skvěle parodovaných záznamů o podivuhodných Mlocích, kteří se naučí mluvit, pracovat, chovat se jako lidé, chybí jim jen schopnost tvořivě myslet. Za zdánlivě pouze zábavnou a vtipnou satirou na novinové senzace se postupně odkrývá to, co Čapek považoval za největší nebezpečí pro lidskou civilizaci. Totiž snahu vydělat na všem, co slibuje zisk, i kdyby to vzápětí mělo přinést zkázu. Také potřebu většiny lidí usnadnit si život, pokud možno nepracovat a jen si užívat, jen se bavit a nedomýšlet nic z toho, co se jeví jako hrozba vší kultuře a nakonec i existenci lidstva samého.
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Světovou slávu KARLA ČAPKA (1890–1938) založilo jeho utopické drama R.U.R., které během několika let oběhlo světové scény. Čapek se pak k utopickým námětům několikrát vrátil: v románu Továrna na Absolutno, svým způsobem i ve svých dalších dramatech, naposledy a nejpůsobivěji v románu Válka s Mloky. Čapkovy vize budoucnosti jsou spíše pesimistické, jeho analýzy příčin katastrof jsou však tak hluboké a přesné, že za desetiletí, která uplynula od jejich vzniku, neztratila nic ze své působivosti a aktuálnosti.
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Psychológia a reklama + CD
Pocity, ktoré v čitateľovi zanechá táto knižka, možno vari najlepšie vyjadriť parafrázovaním posudku jedného z recenzentov: rukopis knihy som si prečítal s radosťou – autorka dokázala nájsť aktuálnu tému, problém, ktorý sa stáva témou dňa pre ľudí v reklamnom biznise; so záujmom – naliehavou potrebou v reklame je dnes hľadanie hlbšieho zmyslu vlastnej činnosti, profesionalizácia a špecializácia; s hrdosťou – vyplývajúcou z faktu, že ide o pôvodnú prácu, ktorá môže konkurovať prekladovej literatúre. Kniha je zdrojom užitočnej inšpirácie najmä pre pracovníkov reklamných a mediálnych agentúr, kreatívnych štúdií, médií, výskumných inštitúcií, ale aj pre marketingových pracovníkov firiem a podnikov. Umožní im lepšie si vzájomne porozumieť pri zadávaní kampaní, realizácii, kontrole a hodnotení efektívnosti reklamného pôsobenia na človeka. No a pre študentov reklamy a marketingu je to jedna zo základných učebníc.
Ven nuevo 3 Libro del Alumno+CD
Se estructura en 12 unidades organizadas de acuerdo con unas secciones que responden a una clara idea del proceso de aprendizaje. Cada unidad empieza por secciones de compresión auditiva y de comprensión lectora de manera alternada en las que se trabajan diferentes tipos de textos y audiciones mediante actividades de control de la comprensión y trabajo del léxico. En la sección Lengua se consolidan las formas y estructuras gramaticales que aparecen en la unidad. En el Taller de escritura el alumno redacta diferentes tipos de escritos a partir de un modelo. En 8 de las 12 unidades aparece la Tertulia en la que los alumnos se expresan y debaten a partir del tema de la unidad. En las otras 4 unidades, el alumno descubre varias realidades socioculturales de Espaa a través de secuencias del vídeo Espaa en Directo. La cultura está presente en todas las secciones a través de los diferentes documentos que permiten analizar distintos fenómenos, usos o realidades de la cultura de Espaa o Hispanoamérica. Los temas se han seleccionado teniendo en cuenta los centros de interés del público meta. Se trata de temas de sociedad y cultura esencialmente en los que el alumno se siente implicado: Hispanos en América, Estar en forma, Nuevos estilos de vida, Justicia, Formación universitaria, Gastronomía, Festivales de cine, Relaciones personales, Ciencia y futuro, Consumismo, Medioambiente y Medios de comunicación.
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BIS ZUM MORGENGRAUEN
Es gab drei Dinge, deren ich mir absolut sicher war: Erstens, Edward war ein Vampir. Zweitens, ein Teil von ihm - und ich wusste nicht, wie mächtig dieser Teil war - dürstete nach meinem Blut. Und drittens, ich war bedingungslos und unwiderruflich in ihn verliebt. Bella und Edward - die Geschichte einer berauschenden, berückenden, betörenden Liebe, einer Liebe gegen jede Vernunft.
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Absolute Dark Nights: Death Metal
When the Earth is enveloped by the Dark Multiverse, the Justice League is at the mercy of the Batman Who Laughs—who is reborn as the Darkest Knight!
Humanity struggles to survive in a hellish landscape twisted beyond recognition, and Wonder Woman, Batman and Superman are trapped in nightmare worlds within the Dark Multiverse! It all comes down to the Darkest Knight versus Wonder Woman, in the most metal-est DC event of all time—paving the way for the future of the DC Universe!
This brilliant Absolute edition collects Dark Knights: Death Metal #1-7!
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Absolute Batman: Three Jokers
Who are the three jokers?
Batman doesn't understand how or why, but the fact is certain: the man he has spent a lifetime chasing isn't one man at all. There are three Jokers. Now that he knows the unbelievable truth, Bruce needs real answers. Joined by Barbara Gordon and Jason Todd, two former victims of the Joker's brutality, the Dark Knight is finally on a path to defeat the madman once and for all. Every last one of him.
Geoff Johns (Doomsday Clock, Batman: Earth One) and Jason Fabok (Justice League: The Darkseid War) reunite to present one of the most highly anticipated comics events in years! Collects Batman: Three Jokers #1-3 in the stunning Absolute Edition format.
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Absolute Power
Set at the heart of political power in Washington DC, Absolute Power is the book which launched David Baldacci’s career as a worldwide bestseller of thrilling fiction. As adapted to the screen, directed by and starring Clint Eastwood.
In a heavily guarded mansion in the Virginian countryside, professional burglar and break-in artist Luther Whitney is trapped behind a one-way mirror. What he witnesses destroys his faith not only in justice, but in all he holds dear.
What follows is an unthinkable abuse of power and a criminal conspiracy, as a breathtaking cover-up is set in motion by those appointed to work for one of the most important people in the world – the President of the United States.
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Rebel Fire
The second in a pacy and lyrical fantasy adventure trilogy set in a world of flying ships, sky cities and rebel uprisings.
Kurara and her shipmates have escaped the grasp of the princess, whose wish to control and command them as her own human shikigami would be a fate worse than death. Travelling through the forests and across the seas of Mikoshima, they finally the Grand Stream, where their old airship – and old enemies – await.
Both parties seek the greatest shikigami of all: Suzaku, a paper phoenix. But will it be saved – or destroyed?
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Barbarella Woman Untamed
The Siren of Space returns for a series of all-new adventures by a dynamic new creative team! Multi-award winning author SARAH HOYT and rising star artist MADIBEK MUSABEKOV are at the controls as Barbarella leaves space dock on a new mission fraught with unseen layers of danger, duplicity and perhaps a dose of romance! Camelot is home to the rich and powerful class seeking escape from an increasingly crowded and decaying galactic empire. Desperate clandestine transmissions from an enslaved underclass bring Barbarella to investigate, uncovering secrets that lead to more secrets—and the distinct possibility that someone knew she was coming.
High concept sci-fi meets the greatest aspects of the human soul in a series that will reveal wonders that both terrify and delight,
Reprints issues 1-5 of the Dynamite series by Dragon-Award winning author Sarah Hoyt and artist Madibek Musabekov along with a complete cover gallery by such incredible talent as Lucio Parillo, Derrick Chew, Brian Bolland and more!
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So Close
From the No 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of the Crossfire saga comes the beginning of a twisty tale of obsession and fury, as a trinity of women protect what they covet at any cost.
You can't believe all of them . . . But can you trust any of them?
Widower Kane Black has never got over the death of his wife, Lily. Until he sees a woman with her inimitable beauty on Manhattan's streets, and whisks her up to his towering penthouse.
But not everyone is ready to accept Lily's return.
Aliyah, Kane's mother, thinks that "Lily" exerts dangerous control, and there is only room in this family for one queen.
While Kane's sister-in-law, Amy, has been hurt in the past, and now is out for revenge.
Three women, linked by buried secrets, circle the man who so willingly accepts the return of his dead wife.
But Kane is happier than he has ever been, and will do anything to keep it that way.
Dark Persuasion
This gripping book traces the evolution of brainwashing from its beginnings in torture and religious conversion into the age of neuroscience and social media. When Pavlov introduced scientific approaches, his research was enthusiastically supported by Lenin and Stalin, setting the stage for major breakthroughs in tools for social, political, and religious control.
Tracing these developments through many of the past century’s major conflagrations, Dimsdale narrates how when World War II erupted, governments secretly raced to develop drugs for interrogation. Brainwashing returned to the spotlight during the Cold War in the hands of the North Koreans and Chinese. In response, a huge Manhattan Project of the Mind was established to study memory obliteration, indoctrination during sleep, and hallucinogens. Cults used the techniques as well. Nobel laureates, university academics, intelligence operatives, criminals, and clerics all populate this shattering and dark story?one that hasn’t yet ended.
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OVERTHINKING
Since his adventure in Grunsby-on-Sea, Steven Percival has been thriving. He's kept his powers under control, come out of the closet, and been with his handsome American boyfriend, Troy, almost every day this summer. He can't wait to start uni in London with his best friend, Freya, especially as Troy is going to a different university just a quick train ride away.
But Grunsby won't let him go. Around every corner, he's convinced that he's seeing Zachary, the evil emomancer who tried to leech his powers away. Steven also suspects Alice, a girl on his course, of being an emomancer, but the truth is even more surprising when it comes out: she can read and implant thoughts in people's minds, and has been causing a rift between Steven and his friends.
Steven, Freya, and Troy turn to DEMA for help, but even the secret organisation may not be safe anymore. Steven was right: Zachary has been keeping a close eye on the three friends, and from deep inside the organisation too...
That Self-Same Metal
Swashbuckling, romantic, and full of the sights and sounds of Shakespeare’s London, this sweeping YA fantasy trilogy debut is perfect for fans of Holly Black, Leigh Bardugo and J. Elle.
Joan touched her fingers to the blade, felt the metal sing to her. It whispered its secrets . . .
Sixteen-year-old Joan Sands is a gifted craftswoman and an exceptional swordsmith.
So skilled is her technique that she is one of very few women employed at the Globe Theatre, directing William Shakespeare and his troupe of actors in fierce scenes of combat. Of course, it helps that Joan is blessed with the power to control metal, thanks to Ogun, head deity of all Orishas.
But when a pact between the ancient Yoruba spirits and Fae is broken, only she can save the streets of London from peril. Joan must find a way to defeat them in battle by herself . . .
Okay, perhaps her twin brother James, blessed with gifts from Oya, can be of some help! And, despite the simmering tensions of a love triangle between herself, Rose, and Nick, Joan has a community of people to protect and who will protect her in return.
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Coming Wave
We are approaching a critical threshold in the history of our species. Everything is about to change.
Soon you will live surrounded by AIs. They will organise your life, operate your business, and run core government services. You will live in a world of DNA printers and quantum computers, engineered pathogens and autonomous weapons, robot assistants and abundant energy.
None of us are prepared.
As co-founder of the pioneering AI company DeepMind, part of Google, Mustafa Suleyman has been at the centre of this revolution. The coming decade, he argues, will be defined by this wave of powerful, fast-proliferating new technologies.
In The Coming Wave, Suleyman shows how these forces will create immense prosperity but also threaten the nation-state, the foundation of global order. As our fragile governments sleepwalk into disaster, we face an existential dilemma: unprecedented harms on one side, the threat of overbearing surveillance on the other.
Can we forge a narrow path between catastrophe and dystopia?
This groundbreaking book from the ultimate AI insider establishes “the containment problem”—the task of maintaining control over powerful technologies—as the essential challenge of our age.
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