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V kráľovstve ovládanom mocou zvieracích totemov je mladý chlapec Kael bez totemu verejne ponížený a vyhlásený za vyvrheľa bez budúcnosti. V jeho vnútri sa však ukrýva niečo oveľa temnejšie, mocnejšie a nebezpečnejšie, než si ktokoľvek v kráľovstve dokáže predstaviť. Vydajte sa spolu s Kaelom na cestu za hľadaním vlastnej identity vo svete, kde byť iný znamená byť nepriateľom.

Východní divize Japonských sil obrany stále čelí koordinovanému útoku velestvůr. Jak Narumi, tak Kikoru již své cíle zlikvidovali, ale Hošina stále čelí Nestvůře číslo 12, finální verzi prototypu, kterým bylo Číslo 10. Ani Hošinova spolupráce s Číslem 10 přeměněným na nestvůrnou zbraň nejde podle jeho představ – přes veškerou snahu se jim nedaří sehrát natolik, aby v boji využili svůj plný potenciál. Podaří se Hošinovi zvítězit v nejtěžším šermířském souboji svého života?

ONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S FAVOURITE BOOKS OF 2025 NAMED A BEST BOOK OF 2025 IN THE Financial Times, Economist, New Statesman, Bloomberg, TIME, Washington Post and The New York Times 'Superb... brings the great drama to life' Martin Wolf, Financial Times From the bestselling author of Too Big to Fail, "the definitive history of the 2008 banking crisis,"* comes a spellbinding narrative of the most infamous stock market crash in history one with ripple effects that still shape our society today In 1929, the world watched in shock as the unstoppable Wall Street bull market went into a freefall, wiping out fortunes and igniting a depression that would reshape a generation. But behind the flashing ticker tapes and panicked traders, another drama unfolded-one of visionaries and fraudsters, titans and dreamers, euphoria and ruin. With unparalleled access to historical records and newly uncovered documents, New York Times bestselling author Andrew Ross Sorkin takes readers inside the chaos of the crash, behind the scenes of a raging battle between Wall Street and Washington and the larger-than-life characters whose ambition and naivety in an endless boom led to wreckage. The dizzying highs and brutal lows of this era eerily mirror today's world-where markets soar, political tensions mount, and the fight over financial influence plays out once again. This is not just a story about money. 1929 is a tale of power, psychology, and the seductive illusion that "this time is different." It's about disregarded alarm bells, financiers who fell from grace, and skeptics who saw the crash coming-only to be dismissed until it was too late. Hailed as a landmark book, Too Big to Fail reimagined how financial crises are told. Now, with 1929, Sorkin delivers an immersive, electrifying account of the most pivotal market collapse of all time-with lessons that remain as urgent as ever. More than just a history, 1929 is a crucial blueprint for understanding the cycles of speculation, the forces that drive financial upheaval, and the warning signs we ignore at our peril. *The Atlantic Monthly

Oxford, 1920. For the first time in its 1,000-year history, the world's most famous university has admitted female students. Giddy with dreams of equality, education and emancipation, four young women move into neighbouring rooms on Corridor Eight and find themselves thrust into an unlikely, life-affirming friendship. They have come here from all walks of life, but Dora, Beatrice, Otto and Marianne all long to move on from the Great War, whose ghosts, grief, and secrets still feel very real indeed. But Oxford is a place caught between tradition and change, where centuries of misogyny and exclusion clash with the promise of new freedoms. And as the group navigate this tumultuous moment in time under the city's dreaming spires, their friendship will become more important than ever. The Eights is a captivating debut novel about sisterhood, self-determination, courage, and what it means to come of age in a world that is forever changed.

The blockbuster bestselling leadership book that took America and the world by storm. Jocko Willink and Leif Babin are ex US Navy SEAL officers who led the most highly decorated special forces unit of the Iraq War. Now they demonstrate how to apply powerful leadership principles from the battlefield to business and life. Combat teaches the toughest leadership lessons, with absolutely everything at stake. Jocko Willink and Leif Babin learned this reality first-hand in Iraq. As leaders of SEAL Team Three's Task Unit Bruiser, their mission was one many thought impossible: help US forces secure Ramadi, a violent, insurgent-held city deemed 'all but lost'. In gripping, first-hand accounts of heroism, tragic loss and hard-won victories, they learned that leadership - at every level - is the most important factor in whether a team succeeds or fails. Today Willink and Babin train leaders and work with hundreds of companies in virtually every industry across the US and internationally, teaching them how to develop their own high-performance teams. Detailing the resilient mindset and total focus principles that enable SEAL units to accomplish the most difficult combat missions, Extreme Ownership demonstrates how to apply them to any team or organization, in any leadership environment. A compelling narrative with powerful instruction and direct application, Extreme Ownership challenges leaders everywhere to fulfil their ultimate purpose: lead and win. The first book in the phenomenally successful Extreme Ownership series.

Wrocław, 1963. Na psychiatrické oddělení je v pozdních odpoledních hodinách 9. srpna přivezen pacient považovaný za šílence. Tvrdí, že jeho nebožka žena vstala z mrtvých. Poté spáchá sebevraždu. Čin muže zmítaného horečnatými bludy se stane rozbuškou řetězce krvavých událostí, jimž se bude muset postavit personál nemocnice – už na první pohled příliš malý na to, aby dokázal odrazit smrtící hrozbu. Nemocnice umožňuje čtenáři nahlédnout na mrazivé události zcela z jiné perspektivy. Nemocnice je skvělým vstupem do neuvěřitelně rozmáchle vytvořeného světa, v němž se děsivá fikce prolíná s temnou realitou, a to vše v krvavých, tragických, napínavých, ale především mimořádně strhujících kulisách.

Although mammoths and straight-tusked elephants once roamed Britain before extinction, and there is reference to Roman war elephants being used in Britain, the first elephant explicitly recorded arrived in 1255 as a gift to King Henry III. The creature was kept in the Tower of London and was a source of wonder and entertainment: the role the elephant would play in Britain from that time on.In A History of Elephants in Britain, author Barclay Price takes the reader on a fascinating exploration of the animal’s associations with Britain through the ages. He charts mediaeval views of the first elephants seen, the early menageries and circuses and performing elephants to famous elephants such as Jumbo in Victorian London, elephants in popular culture and representations in public sculptures and paintings. Full with unusual tales and fascinating facts, this well-researched history will introduce readers to the fascinating history of elephants in Britain up to the twenty-first century.

Mytologická cesta deseti archetypy psychedelického léčení: starodávné příběhy, konkrétní nástroje a vhledy hlubinné psychologie. Kniha Psychedelika a duše je koncipována pro novou generaci psychedelických průvodců a hledajících. Vzývá tradice jungovské hlubinné psychologie, mytologii a moudrost domorodých kultur, aby dokázala odpovědět na zásadní otázku naší doby: Jak může nově vznikající obor psychedelické medicíny uzdravit duši v době planetární krize a zároveň kolektivní příležitosti? Psychedelický terapeut Simon Yugler ve své první knize utkal mytopoetickou tapiserii zkoumající deset univerzálních témat, jež přesahují naše osobní zkušenosti: Studna: Nevědomí, symbolika a mytické neznámo Chrám: Nad rámec vnitřního a vnějšího nastavení Podsvětí: Stín, žal a sestup do duše Had: Psychedelická somatika a svlékání kůže Netvor: Trauma, vyhnanství a rána, která se zahojí Šibal: Marginalita, křižovatky a liminální cesta Průvodce: Moc, autenticita a vnitřní autorita Posvátná hora: Vize, extáze a stávání se nikým Strom života: Animismus, změna klimatu a Země mající duši Cesta domů: Integrace, společenství a tanec s vesnicí Každý archetyp působí jako prizma, které prostřednictvím mýtů, bájných příběhů a univerzální moudrosti odráží směrem ke čtenáři kolektivní zkušenosti a nevědomé pravdy, jež formují naši psychiku – a jež se díky psychedelikům stávají hlubokomyslnějšími a přístupnějšími. Simon Yugler se s námi dělí o zkušenosti, jak entheogeny a rostlinná medicína otevírají bránu k porozumění naší kultuře, nám samým a propojené realitě, a jak můžeme směřovat i k možnému uzdravení společnosti či celé planety.

Doubt, Hope, Action is Uffe Elbak’s journey in search of hope and an invitation to a gentle revolution. In this thoughtful and provocative book, Elbak explores many of the challenges and contradictions that define our time – especially the urgent question: What kind of world are we leaving for future generation? hapter by chapter Elbak confronts the planetary endgame we face. A collapse of both outer and inner structures. From climate collapse, epidemics and violent social, political and technological conflicts, through the weakening of democratic institutions, right-wing radicalisation and fighting over resources, to regional warfare and the reemergence of something looking very much like old-fashioned imperialism. He refuses to accept despair. Why? Because he knows that another world is possible. And that it is already here in the values-driven entrepreneurs, democratic businesses, citizen groups, cooperatives, cultural initiatives, organic farming collectives and a whole new generation of progressive political voices. Every one of them is a pledge that a green, democratic, post-capitalist society is possible. Blending sharp social analysis with heartfelt optimism, Doubt, Hope, Action urges progressive movements and all people to recognise their shared purpose—and to unite, mobilise, and act. Now is not the time to sit on the sidelines.

Pokračování Spalující rivality – jiskřivá MM romance, kterou nebudete chtít odložit! Navenek jsou rivalové. Ve skutečnosti jsou pro sebe vším. Deset let. Tak dlouho se Shane Hollander a Ilja Rozanov tajně vídají. Deset let se skrývají před rodinou, přáteli… i před ligou. Pokud chce Shane zůstat na vrcholu, nesmí dovolit, aby jejich láska vyšla najevo. Miluje Ilju, ale co kdyby pravda všechno zničila? Ilja má tajemství po krk. Shane je ve skrývání tak dobrý, až Ilja občas pochybuje, jestli jeho city vůbec existují. Touží po blízkosti a otevřenosti. Po všem, co by znamenalo konečně se přestat schovávat. Teď se oba musí rozhodnout, co je důležitější – hokej, nebo láska? Je čas si vybrat.

Marika, Jirka a jejich dva kluci byli krásná rodina. Pak si Marika nahmatala bulku v prsu. Jirkovo vyprávění a Maričiny autentické deníkové zápisky skládají příběh, který může potkat každého z nás. Jaké to je vyslechnout si fatální diagnózu? Jak s ní bojovat, když léčba nezabírá? Odkud brát sílu, když se cítíte bezmocně? Jak pomáhat, když není jak pomoct? Jak říct synům, že máma už tu není? Navzdory všemu smutku je tu stále naděje: „Protože ráno zase vstanu a udělám palačinky.“

Ještě nedávno měla třicetiletá Paige pocit, že jde všechno přesně podle plánu – pohledný manžel, skvělá práce, roztomilá dcerka. Ale pak se to během jediného roku pokazilo. Po manželově tragické nehodě se Paige s dcerou vrací do rodného domu v malebné skotské vesničce, kde se chce pokusit dát si život opět do pořádku. Rozhodně neplánuje, že zde potká Johnnyho, veselého a vtipného bývalého šéfkuchaře s jiskrou v oku a s dolíčky ve tvářích. Společně ochutnávají nejrůznější dobroty, hrají si s Johnnyho štěnětem, vyrážejí na výlety – a Paige zase nachází chuť do života. Dokáže se ale odpoutat od minulosti a znovu otevřít své srdce lásce?

Vuk Markovic má moc, peníze a pověst muže, který nikdy neprohrává. Může mít všechno, až na ženu, po které zatoužil jako první: snoubenku svého nejlepšího přítele. Ayana Kidane je supermodelka se zdánlivě dokonalým životem. Nikdo však netuší, že plánovaná svatba je jen výhodný obchod, který má být její cestou ke svobodě. Předstírat lásku je snadné, dokud nezačne toužit po zakázaném ovoci. City, které mezi ní a Vukem vzplanou, jsou až příliš nebezpečné. A mezi loajalitou a posedlostí vede tenká hranice.

Čo všetko sa môže nachádzať na konári? A čo možno z neho vidieť? Na konári v tejto knihe sú verše pre najmenších, pre predčitateľov a začínajúcich čitateľov. Na konári môže rásť ovocie, sedieť vtáky a z konára vidieť kvety, zvieratá, deti, ktoré sa hrajú... To všetko v básničkách Evy Hetényiovej a v nádherných ilustráciách Jitky Součkovej.

Rediscover the bestselling Magic Tree House series with easy-to-read full-colour graphic novels, packed with adventure and perfect for readers aged 5–7. Magic. Mystery. Time-travel. Ninjas!!When siblings Jack and Annie discovered a magic, time-travelling tree house at the end of their garden, they stumbled upon an adventure that would launch them through time and space. This time, Jack and Annie have been whisked back to ancient Japan, where there are whispers in the shadows ... Their friend, Morgan le Fay, has disappeared, so it’s up to the siblings to learn the secrets of the ninja and rescue them. But how do you find a warrior that hides in the shadows? Simple! You DON’T find a ninja . . . a ninja finds YOU! This fun-filled series of graphic novel adaptations allows younger readers to develop their reading confidence while solving exciting magical mysteries alongside Jack and Annie. Perfect for young readers aged 5–7.

From the award-winning author and former New York Times opinion writer and columnist comes a fresh vision for navigating burnout and weariness through ancient Christian practices'Honest, wise and persistent in imagination, this is a book to refresh the seasoned spiritual traveler. A beautifully crafted weave of both resilience and wonder' Martin Shaw, author of Liturgies of the WildHow do we cultivate faith that endure? arly Christians often grappled with a reality we rarely talk about in contemporary life: that God seems to abandon the soul at times, leaving us feeling as if we are alone and left to our own resources. For centuries, times of 'aridity' were seen as necessary – prerequisites for growth and maturity. Yet in our culture fixated on speed and optimisation, we risk losing this deeper sense of the human journey and the resilience that comes with it. Drawing from her own season of exhaustion and also from the rich well of Christian tradition – particularly the earliest Christian monks – Warren explores the habits and mindsets that anchor us through doubt, difficulty and spiritual dryness. She helps us see that nothing is wasted – that, even in desert seasons, something good is growing, rooted in grace and reaching toward glory. What Grows in Weary Lands speaks to anyone longing for a life of depth in a distracted age and guides us toward lives of resilience, renewal and flourishing. Ebury Vine: The Home Of Christian Living. Drawing on the deep roots of Christianity to cultivate curious minds and inspire faith-informed growth.

‘Superbly imagined. As tautly strung as quivering bow before it shoots its poisoned arrow…A Dickensian delight.’ Essie FoxDaughter. Murderer. Saviour. London, 1835. To high society, Estella is the perfect lady. But her fair face hides dark secrets. What has she done with her husband? And will her past crimes come back to haunt he? esperate to escape her troubled life, she visits her friend, Lady Taykall. But when a servant girl disappears, Estella stumbles on a horrifying web of crimes and feels the old fire for vengeance burning inside her. To mete out her own brand of dark justice she must risk everything. Even if it means she cannot survive. Great Expectations meets Killing Eve in this stunningly dark Gothic crime thriller perfect for fans of Elizabeth Macneal, Stacey Halls, and Jessie Burton. Readers are obsessed with Estella's Fury:'She is the daughter of Miss Havisham X Sweetpea. Dark, twisty and absolutely thrilling.' Jessica Bull'This unputdownable, breathless Gothic tale is dark, dangerous and urgent.' Lesley McDowell‘Estella’s Fury is a top-notch Gothic thriller. The prose is rich and multi-layered, full of darkness and fear…from dark satanic mills to the prisoner in the attic, this is a journey that isn’t for the fainthearted. Roll on the next instalment.’ Nicky Downes‘Gothic, thrilling and brimming with feminist rage. It was exhilarating to see Estella shake herself free of Great Expectations and step fully into her dark side. It's Dickens meets Dexter and I am very much here for it.’ Andreina Cordani, author of A Scrooge Mystery‘An outstanding read and another amazing nod to the great Charles Dickens' Great Expectations.’ 5 star Reader Review‘Secrets, lies, betrayals, Estella’s Fury has it all… .‘ 5 star Reader Review‘The twisty plot kept me intrigued and spellbound.’ 5 star Reader Review‘All characters felt simply alive and very convincing…An excellent novel which I highly recommend!’ 5 star Reader Review‘It's got a bit of everything - there's history and it's based off a classic, but it's also a thriller, with a hint of whodunnit…I planned to take my time with this…but I flew through it in a day because I just had to know what happened next.’ 5 star Reader Review‘A very enjoyable Gothic adventure in which Estella Havisham continues her quest to destroy cruel men. It was a terrific, well-paced story with a deliciously Dickensian feel and plenty of twists and turns.’ Reader Review‘A deliciously dark plunge into the underbelly of Victorian London…For readers who crave Gothic thrillers with emotional resonance and a heroine who refuses to be tamed, Estella's Fury is a triumph.’ Reader ReviewPraise for Barbara Havelocke:'Gloriously Gothic' Daily Mail'The genius concept behind this book is so irresistible, it makes the novel feel like magicCharles Dickens's spirit would be definitely securing his copy now!' Sophie Hannah'A deliciously dark Gothic treat' Janice Hallett'Loved it from the very first page.' Frances Quinn'This is an absolute must-read.' Rebecca Netley'Thrillingly dark and beautifully written, this twisty Gothic tale will grip you to the last page and beyond.' Bella Ellis'Deliciously creepy and decidedly darkIt's so beautifully written, it gripped me from the very first sentence and would not let me go until I finished reading.' Jessica Bull'I truly cannot rave about this book enough! Estella's Revenge is a dark, cunning story full of twists and turns and with plenty of heart.' Victoria Hawthorne'A darkly ingenious take on a classic character, Estella's story had me gripped. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough.' Susi Holliday'Utterly beautiful.' Louise Beech'Meticulously researched and full of dark intrigue A page-turning delight.' Sarah Ward

* THE NEW NOVEL FROM THE PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE MIDNIGHT KING *'A brilliantly unsettling piece of purest American Gothic' - JAMES OSWALD'The master of the small-town thriller at the top of his game' - JANICE HALLETT'An atmospheric thriller. I loved this book' - SARAH PINBOROUGHTwo children lost. The wrong one found. The town of Aurora is waiting to die. A few miles away a deep seam of coal burns underground, the fire creeping closer ever year. Businesses close. Families leave. Hope dwindles. And then one day, nine-year-old Danny Yates comes back from the dead. He walks into town half-starved and silent, ten months after he and his best friend Will Keefe were presumed drowned. But when Danny does finally speak, he swears that he's not Danny anymore. He's Will. Danny's mother is convinced that her boy has come back wrong, and that the town itself is now at risk from whatever dark force returned her son. Chief of Police John Deacon is more interested in how the sinister disappearance of two boys could have been written off as a tragic accident, and who was responsible. What happened to Danny to make him take on his friend's name, his personality? And does Danny's return mean there's a chance that Will is still alive?

An ambitious history of masculinity and family, from the Bronze Age to the contemporary 'crisis of men', Fatherhood dares to offer a more caring and affirmative vision of the roles men play at home and in the world. What is fatherhood, and where did it come from? How has the role of men in families and society changed across thousands of years? What does the history of fatherhood reveal about what it means to be a dad today? From the anxious philosophers of ancient Athens and Henry VIII's obsessive quest for an heir, to Charles Darwin's theories of human origins, Bob Dylan's take down of 'The Man', and beyond, historian Augustine Sedgewick shows how successive generations of men have shaped our understanding of what it means to be and have a father, and in turn our ideas of who we are, where we come from and what we are capable of.