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From British fantasy’s rising star comes this astonishing novel for both adults and children.The iron wheel began to spin, slowly at first, then faster and faster. The room grew darker. As the light lessened, so did the sound. Deeba and Zanna stared at each other in wonder. The noise of the cars and vans and motorbikes outside grew tinny . . . The wheel turned off all the cars and turned off all the lamps. It was turning off London.Zanna and Deeba are two girls leading ordinary lives, until they stumble into the world of UnLondon, an urban Wonderland where all the lost and broken things of London end up . . . and some of its lost and broken people too. Here discarded umbrellas stalk with spidery menace, carnivorous giraffes roam the streets, and a jungle sprawls beyond the door of an ordinary house.UnLondon is under siege by the sinister Smog and its stink-junkie slaves; it is a city awaiting its hero. Guided by a magic book that can’t quite get its facts straight, and pursued by Hemi the half-ghost boy, the girls set out to stop the poisonous cloud before it burns everything in its path. They are joined in their quest by a motley band of UnLondon locals, including Brokkenbroll, boss of the broken umbrellas, Obaday Fing, a couturier whose head is an enormous pincushion, and an empty milk carton called Curdle.The world of UnLondon is populated by astonishing frights and delights that will thrill the imagination.
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Pan
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"Un Lun Dun" is a novel for those who love urban fantasies. This book is about two ordinary girls, Deeba and Zanna, who find themselves in a city called UnLondon where they encounter strange creatures such as carnivorous giraffes and broken-umbrella stalkers. The unique and distinctive feature of this book is its setting. The author, China Mieville, paints an incredibly vivid picture of the world of UnLondon, which is both a fright and delight to the imagination. If you're a fan of Neil Gaiman's "Neverwhere" or Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland," then "Un Lun Dun" is the perfect read for you.
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After grappling for two decades with the realities of the post–Cold War era, the UN Security Council must now meet the challenges of a resurgence of great power rivalry. Reflecting this new environment, The UN Security Council in the 21st Century provides a comprehensive view of the council's internal dynamics, its role and relevance in world politics, and its performance in addressing today's major security challenges.
Una LaMarche
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Unabrow: Misadventures of a Late Bloomer
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If laughter sparked by honest, self-deprecating humor is what you're after, "Unabrow" by Una LaMarche won't disappoint. Una's tales are like sitting down with your funniest friend, sharing stories that are as cringeworthy as they are endearing. It’s the perfect pick-me-up that will make you feel a little less alone in your own awkward moments.
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If you have a taste for elegantly crafted prose and heartfelt stories, "Unaccustomed Earth" by Jhumpa Lahiri could be just the book you're looking to curl up with. The characters are as complex as they are relatable, navigating through familial bonds and personal growth. You'll find yourself transported not just to different parts of the world, but into the very souls of these characters. It's an anthology that manages to be both profound and accessible, resonating with readers long after the last page.
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Random
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"Everyone has their secrets. In her stunning new collection of stories, Jhumpa Lahiri gently lifts the veil to reveal how even the most ordinary lives have their dramas and tragedies and then, as gently, lets it fall back down again. A middle aged man discovers that the death of his wife opens up his world in unexpected ways— his daughter worries that she will now have to look after him but finds that the tables have, in fact, turned; a housewife falls in love with a younger family friend—her child ascertains her secret many years on; a son is revulsed by his father’s second marriage to a young woman who has none of the sophistication and elegance of his mother; a sister tries to save her brother from alcoholism and finds herself rejecting him like everyone else. A young man and woman whose lives cross over the years, finally and fatedly fall in love. Unaccustomed Earth returns to the terrain—the heart of family life and the immigrant experience— that Jhumpa Lahiri has made utterly hers, but her themes, this time around, have darkened and deepened. Poised, nuanced, deeply moving, here is a superb collection: the finest she has written yet."
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Christine Caine
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Zondervan
Unashamed : Drop the Baggage, Pick up Your Freedom, Fulfill Your Destiny
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In Unashamed, Christine Caine reveals the hidden effects of shame many women face and invites you to join her in moving from a shame-filled to a shame-free life. She helps women find freedom from believing they're flawed and unworthy and prepares them to step into the future confident, dearly loved, and empowered to be shame-lifters for others.
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Stephen Roach
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Yale
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Unbalanced : The Co-dependency of America and China
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The Chinese and U.S. economies have been locked in an uncomfortable embrace since the late 1970s. Although the relationship initially arose out of mutual benefits, in recent years it has taken on the trappings of an unstable codependence, with the two largest economies in the world losing their sense of self, increasing the risk of their turning on one another in a destructive fashion. In The Codependency of America and China Stephen Roach, senior fellow at Yale University and former chairman of Morgan Stanley Asia, lays bare the pitfalls of the current China-U.S. economic relationship. He highlights the conflicts at the center of current tensions, including disputes over trade policies and intellectual property rights, sharp contrasts in leadership styles, the role of the Internet, the recent dispute over cyberhacking, and more. A firsthand witness to the Asian financial crisis of the late 1990s, Roach likely knows more about the U.S.-China economic relationship than any other Westerner. Here he In the wake of the 2008 crisis, both unbalanced economies face urgent and mutually beneficial rebalancings. Unbalanced concludes with a recipe for resolving the escalating tensions of codependence. Roach argues that the Next China offers much for the Next America—and vice versa.
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Atria
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Unbearable Lightness: A Story of Loss and Gain
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Portia de Rossi's "Unbearable Lightness" might resonate with you if you're interested in the raw and genuine experiences that come with battling anorexia and the search for self-acceptance. Her courage in detailing both her struggles and triumphs provides a voice and comfort to those who may face similar battles. Moreover, the book can be an eye-opener, offering a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding eating disorders and the aspects of fame that often go unseen.
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Jenny Crompton
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Michael
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A lighthearted compilation of stories of coincidence that shows what a strange place the world can be Chance encounters, history repeating, divine interventions—it's strange how things turn out. With a host of funny, weird, and bizarre stories of coincidence, this is a fascinating collection of tales of synchronicity. The odd anecdotes collected here include the creepy goings-on on the set of The Exorcist , the estranged twins who ended up marrying each other, and the writer who predicted his own death. Strange but true, the stories contained in this book could happen to anyone.
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If you're drawn to the raw honesty of a life laid bare, Toni Braxton's "Unbreak My Heart" might resonate with you. It's not just a habitual celebrity tell-all; it's a hopeful narrative that interweaves Braxton's uphill battle against personal and health challenges with her journey toward healing and self-forgiveness. Her openness about her struggles, especially about her son's autism and her own health, could offer a sense of kinship and inspiration.
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Product Description The new book from the author of the bestselling and much-loved Seabiscuit. On a May afternoon in 1943, a bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared. It was that of a young lieutenant, who struggled to a life raft and pulled himself aboard. So began one of the most extraordinary odysseys of the Second World War. The lieutenant’s name was Louis Zamperini. In boyhood, he’d been an incorrigible delinquent, breaking into houses, brawling, and fleeing his home to ride the rails. As a teenager, he had channelled his defiance into running, discovering a prodigious talent that had carried him to the Berlin Olympics and within sight of the four-minute mile. But when war had come, the athlete had become an airman, embarking on a journey that led to his doomed flight, a tiny raft, and adrift into the unknown. Ahead of Zamperini lay thousands of miles of open ocean, leaping sharks, a foundering raft, thirst and starvation, enemy aircraft, and, beyond, a trial even greater. Driven to the limits of endurance, Zamperini would answer desperation with ingenuity; suffering with hope, resolve, and humour; brutality with rebellion. His fate, whether triumph or tragedy, would be suspended on the fraying wire of his will. The long-awaited new book from Laura Hillenbrand, ‘Unbroken’ is a gripping account of human endurance and the resilience of one remarkable individual.
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"Uncanny Valley" could resonate with you if you're fascinated by the tech world's allure and its hidden underbelly. Anna Wiener's candid storytelling might give you an intimate glimpse of the tech bubble's realities. This book isn't just about tech; it's a personal narrative that mirrors the broader societal shifts we're all part of. If you're pondering the socio-cultural impact of the tech industry, this memoir doesn't spare any punches.
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Uncanny Valley - A Collection Of Short Stories
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Uncanny Valley is a thought-provoking and multi-layered collection of short stories that offer a vivid portrayal of life in future Singapore. Each story provides a different perspective, exploring issues about identity, society, and what it means to be human. The most unique and distinctive feature of the book is its ability to transport the reader to a not-too-distant future that is both fascinating and disturbing. If you are interested in speculative fiction that challenges your worldview, then Uncanny Valley is the perfect read for you.
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Kieron Gillen, Greg Land, Carlos Pacheco |
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Uncanny X-men By Kieron Gillen Vol. 2
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A nuclear explosion has ripped a small Montana town to shreds. Cyclops has no idea what his Extinction Team will find inside the 10-mile-wide geodesic dome that has risen up inside the blast zone, or who caused it. Psylocke and Magneto do, but they're not telling. Can the X-Men solve the mystery of Tabula Rasa - and survive the experience? If they do, the worst of the worst galactic criminals are waiting for them, courtesy of an explosive jailbreak from S.W.O.R.D.'s orbiting prison. Will the combined might of the X-Men and Avengers be enough to bring them all in? COLLECTING: UNCANNY X-MEN #5-10
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Kieron Gillen, Carlos Pacheco, Terry Dodson |
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Magneto is an X-Man. This may not be news to you, but only a handful in the Marvel Universe know that the poster boy for Fearing Mutants is now living just off the coast of one of the United State's largest cities. How on Earth are the X-Men going to explain the presence of one of the world's most infamous super villains? Next, when the X-Men left the militaristic alien Breakworld, its political structure was reduced to ashes. It didn't stay that way forever. Now a warship is crossing the gulf of space, with a mission that will strike the lives of star-crossed lovers Colossus and Kitty Pryde with all the force of a meteor. Join them as they discover what the vessel them means for them, mutantkind and the rest of the Earth.Collects Uncanny X-Men #534.1 and #535-539.
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Daniel Acuña, Matt Fraction, Mitch Breitweiser |
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In the depths of his heartache over Kitty Pryde, Colossus goes looking for something - anything - to stop his pain...and finds a nightmare from the Old Country running rampant in the States. What's their connection? Elsewhere, Angel and the Beast begin a worldwide quest gathering some of the most unique minds on Earth and run across a hero long thought dormant. Emma checks into a hotel you have to see to believe, while poor Scott sits idly by...oh, and then footage showing the Alaskan Massacre that kicked off Messiah Complex is released to the media. Just another day in the life of the all new, all different X-MEN.Collects Uncanny X-Men #504-507 & Uncanny X-Men Annual.
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Greg Land, Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction |
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Witness the biggest shake-up in X-Men history! With the mansion in Westchester destroyed, the X-Men are moving to San Francisco. But it's not just a change in the zip code. Come see what the momentous change in status quo means to the X-Men.
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Andy Park, Chris Claremont, Alan Davis |
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Uncanny X-Men: The New Age - Volume 2
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Wolverine's 30th Anniversary Celebration starts off with a bang as the X-Men investigate a series of mysterious murders in New York City. All the victims seem to have been cut to pieces by blades... Adamantium blades But if Wolverine didn't murder these people, then who did? Plus: While on assignment to track down missing teammate Sage, the X-Men discover more than they bargained for: the birth of a newer and deadlier Hellfire Club Collecting Uncanny X-Men 450-454.
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Greg Land, Matt Fraction |
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X-Men under siege!The X-Men get up to the delicate art of living as the Sisterhood get up to the delicate art of killing. The Science Team gets to work, trying very hard not to kill one another first. Simon Trask gains traction in the California state legislature, muscling Proposition X to an emergency ballot vote. If it passes, mutants past and present, powered and otherwise, won't be allowed to breed... all this and a friend returns as a foe and ready for murder. Oh, things are getting ugly.Collecting Uncanny X-Men #508-512 - written by Matt Fraction (Immortal Iron Fist), and illustrated by Greg Land (X-Men: Phoenix - Endsong) and Yanick Paquette (Ultimate X-Men).
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Uncertain Lives - Changing Borders and Mobility in the Borderlands of the Upper Mekong
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If you're intrigued by the complexities of border lives and how political lines impact everyday existence, "Uncertain Lives" offers a deep dive into that reality. This book captures the essence of the Upper Mekong, its communities, and their constant adaptation to changing borders and policies. It's not merely informative but also a thought-provoking journey into a world where mobility is both a way of life and a challenge.
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Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception - The Complete Official Guide
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This book is a must-read for gamers who want to immerse themselves in the world of Uncharted 3. With step-by-step visual guidance and behind-the-scenes commentaries from the Naughty Dog team, this book provides a complete walkthrough of the game, including all collectible treasures. The hi-res top-down maps and annotated maps with tactical advice make it easy to navigate through challenging combat encounters. The book also offers expert-level playing strategies and techniques for the unlockable Crushing difficulty setting, making it a valuable resource for seasoned players. Additionally, the 64-page multiplayer chapter packed with detailed tables, diagrams, maps and countless useful tips will provide players with the ultimate gaming experience.
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Margaret Heffernan
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Simon
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Uncharted : How to Map the Future
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Uncharted by Margaret Heffernan is a timely and insightful read that explores the challenges of uncertainty and unpredictability in today's world. Heffernan draws on a wide range of examples from history and different industries to show how individuals and organizations can build resilience and create new possibilities for the future. Her emphasis on human creativity and preparedness offers a refreshing perspective on how we can navigate our way through complex environments and forge new paths. Uncharted is highly recommended for anyone seeking a thought-provoking and inspiring read on navigating uncertainty.
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Thomson
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Uncle Anthony's Unabridged Analogies : Quotes and Proverbs for Lawyers and Lecturers
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Uncle Anthony's Unabridged Analogies offers an extensive and unique collection of thousands of topically-organized proverbs, quotations, and sayings drawn from a wide range of well-known and time-honored sources as the Bible, Shakespeare, Lincoln, Churchill, and hundreds more, as well as some lesser-known, but insightful, observers of life and the individual and collective challenges, frailties, and strengths that we all encounter. The author's fascination with collecting quotations began in high school and continued through college and law school; and over the past 30 years his high school index box has become a foot locker filled with quotes that he has found useful for writing or speaking on legal and other topics. Since ancient Egypt every civilization has collected proverbs. In the English language, The Proverbs of Alfred, (1150-80), is one of the earliest known collections of proverbs. In North America, Poor Richard's, (1732-57) by Benjamin Franklin is probably the most celebrated collection of proverbs. Proverbs often contradict one another. You can easily find one maxim that cancels another. The wisdom that advises us to look before we leap also warns us that if we hesitate all is lost; that absence makes the heart grow fonder, but out of sight, out of mind. So what can we learn from that? Simply that life is full of contradictions, and that proverbs and maxims, etc., reflect and express these disagreements, and that many apothegms are more witty than true. All of us, not just trial lawyers, recite famous quotes and proverbs to better express ourselves. Adages are the wit of the inarticulate. Proverbs are the gospel of the poor. Folk sayings are the college of the masses. More Proverbs are what a people any people believe, cherish, and teach their young. They are those harvested crops of knowledge and experience with which the dead dower each generation of the living. Shakespeare has a phrase that We patch grief with proverbs. The author has tried to do more than that. He has patched his ignorance and verbal impotence with them. The Proverb is often reason laid bare, arguments stripped of fat, complexity clarified beyond this interpretation. The author views proverbs as the precious distillation of what many great men have learned from centuries of experience. Aristotle considered apothegms the product of intellectual maturity and, recognizing their enormous power, declared it unbecoming for the young to utter maxims! As the author's Uncle Anthony used to say, echoing the sentiments of Peter Anderson, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Quotations found in books of that stuff are like bullpens for lawyers when you find yourself in a jam you can go to your best quote like a good closer or middle relief pitcher. The author has included his personal favorites for each category; that is, for almost every topic in this book he has found an extract from the Bible, Ambrose Bierce, Winston Churchill, Will Rogers, William Shakespeare and Mark Twain; and on purely legal topics he has added two of his all-time heroic former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., and former Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Michael A. Musmanno. The great thing about a reference book of quotations (whether they are proverbs or sayings) is that if you don t have an Uncle Anthony from Philly or an Aunt Mary from Brooklyn, you can borrow any of the sayings in this book and loan them to one of your own aunts and uncles.
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Portable
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Aficionados of the Bathroom Reader have long remarked on Uncle John's ability to select quintessential quotations. The ever-accommodating Uncle John has responded to this shameless praise by flushing out the all-time best and most hilarious quotes to form this cunning compilation. Highlights include Five Things You Should Never Do ("Never test the depth of a river with both feet"), Seven Classic Shakespearean Insults ("Thy food is such as hath been belch'd on by infected lungs"), and pithy rock talk from the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, Neil Young, and Frank Zappa ("Rock journalism is people who can't write interviewing people who can't talk for people who can't read.").
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Uncle Montague lives alone in a big house and his regular visits from his nephew give him the opportunity to relive some of the most frightening stories he knows. But as the stories unfold, a newer and more surprising narrative emerges, one that is perhaps the most frightening of all. Uncle Montague's Tales of Terror, it transpires, are not so much works of imagination as dreadful lurking memories. Memories of an earlier time in which Uncle Montague lived a very different life to his present solitary existence.
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If you delight in a shiver down your spine, Uncle Montague's collection of eerie stories is one you shouldn't miss. Each tale weaves into a greater, even more sinister narrative that unravels Uncle Montague's mysterious past. It blurs the line between fiction and his haunting memories, making it a perfect read for those who appreciate a chilling touch to their nighttime reading.
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Jane Smiley, Harriet Beecher Stowe |
Modern
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Uncle Tom's Cabin : or, Life among the Lowly
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When Uncle Tom's Cabin was published in 1852, it became an international blockbuster, selling more than 300,000 copies in the United States alone in its first year. Progressive for her time, Harriet Beecher Stowe was one of the earliest writers to offer a shockingly realistic depiction of slavery. Her stirring indictment and portrait of human dignity in the most inhumane circumstances enlightened hundreds of thousands by revealing the human costs of slavery, which had until then been cloaked and justified by the racist misperceptions of the time. Langston Hughes called it "a moral battle cry," noting that "the love and warmth and humanity that went into its writing keep it alive a century later," and Tolstoy described it as "flowing from love of God and man."
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Vintage
Uncle Tungsten : Memories of a Chemical Boyhood
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Oliver Sacks's luminous memoir charts the growth of a mind. Born in 1933 into a family of formidably intelligent London Jews, he discovered the wonders of the physical sciences early from his parents and their flock of brilliant siblings, most notably "Uncle Tungsten" (real name, Dave), who "manufactured lightbulbs with filaments of fine tungsten wire." Metals were the substances that first attracted young Oliver, and his descriptions of their colors, textures, and properties are as sensuous and romantic as an art lover's rhapsodies over an Old Master. Seamlessly interwoven with his personal recollections is a masterful survey of scientific history, with emphasis on the great chemists like Robert Boyle, Antoine Lavoisier, and Humphry Davy (Sacks's personal hero). Yet this is not a dry intellectual autobiography; his parents in particular, both doctors, are vividly sketched. His sociable father loved house calls and "was drawn to medicine because its practice was central in human society," while his shy mother "had an intense feeling for structure ... for her [medicine] was part of natural history and biology." For young Oliver, unhappy at the brutal boarding school he was sent to during the war, and afraid that he would become mentally ill like his older brother, chemistry was a refuge in an uncertain world. He would outgrow his passion for metals and become a neurologist, but as readers of Awakenings and The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat know, he would never leave behind his conviction that science is a profoundly human endeavor. --Wendy Smith
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Uncle Vanya
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Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet’s Uncle Vanya is a sparkling restoration of a masterpiece of the modern stage, marked by Mamet’s finely tuned ear for dialogue and memorable poetic imagery.In "Uncle Vanya," a retired professor and his beautiful young wife return to the country estate left by his deceased first wife to find themselves overwhelmed by the stagnant inevitability of the rituals of their life and class, and mercilessly taxed by the encroachment of age at the expense of youth. All of the play’s characters are plunged into that precarious state where, in Beckett’s words, “the boredom of living is replaced by the suffering of being.”Working from a literal translation by Vlada Chernomordik, Mamet, who has also adapted Chekhov’s Three Sisters and The Cherry Orchard, opens the way for a contemporary audience to establish immediate contact with a classic, infusing the power of Chekhov’s play with the potent precision of his own modern voice.
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Thomas
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Uncommon Ground: Living Faithfully in a World of Difference
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If you're trying to navigate the complexities of aligning your faith with a diverse society, "Uncommon Ground" could be illuminating. It's not just theory; it's a collection of real-world experiences and thoughtful approaches from various contributors showing you how to live confidently and joyfully while respecting others' beliefs. This book is an invitation to understand tolerance and humility as virtues, offering you wisdom from a range not only of religious, but also cultural and intellectual voices.
Anthony Sturgess, Phil Higson |
Kogan
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Uncommon Leadership: How to Build Competitive Advantage by Thinking Differently
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If you're itching to stand out in your professional sphere, "Uncommon Leadership" might be the gem you're looking for. Higson and Sturgess offer refreshing takes on familiar leadership tasks, which could reframe your approach to management and team dynamics. It's the idea of doing ordinary things extraordinarily well that could give you that sought-after edge in your career.
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This book could be a good read for you if you're searching for a refreshing perspective on life. It takes you on a journey of self-discovery, guiding you to tap into your own unique potential. Through the principles of uncommon sense, this book encourages you to break free from the constraints of conventional thinking and embrace a more empowered and fulfilling life. Prepare to be inspired and reinvigorated as you embark on this transformative reading experience.
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Uncommon Sense for Parents with Teenagers
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As your kids enter their teen years, navigating the shift in your relationship can be tricky. 'Uncommon Sense for Parents with Teenagers' provides an unconventional perspective that could feel refreshingly practical. Rather than dictating rules, it guides you toward a consultant role in your teen's life, fostering independence and stronger connections. This approach is particularly helpful if traditional parenting methods haven’t resonated with your family dynamic.
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If you're charmed by Tom Hanks's on-screen presence, imagine how his creativity translates into writing. "Uncommon Type" is a mosaic of America, its quirks, and its humanity, with Hanks's wit and heart stringing each story together. It's perfect for anyone who enjoys narratives that feel both grand and intimate, familiar yet wondrous.
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Ryder, a renowned pianist, arrives in a Central European city he cannot identify for a concert he cannot remember agreeing to give. But then as he traverses a landscape by turns eerie and comical – and always strangely malleable, as a dream might be - he comes steadily to realise he is facing the most crucial performance of his life.Ishiguro's extraordinary and original study of a man whose life has accelerated beyond his control was met on publication by consternation, vilification – and the highest praise.
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Richard Cluff Edwards, William G. Shepherd, Samuel Bowles |
Houghton
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Unconventional Wisdom : Essays on Economics in Honor of John Kenneth Galbraith
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Discusses the works and viewpoints of the world-famous economist, through the eyes of modern authors in the field
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Uncover the Human Body
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Filled with interesting facts and information, this book offers a comprehensive approach to teaching children about anatomy and functions of the human body. Beginning with the dermal system each layer addresses the skeletal system, digestive system, urinary system, circulatory system, repiratory system, muscular system, and nervous system. Children will learn why bones can bend without breaking, how blood travels thru the body and protects against germs, how different parts of the brain controls different functions of the body and what smoking does to your lungs.
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Undaunted Courage - Meriwether Lewis Thomas Jefferson And The Opening Of The American West
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In this sweeping adventure story, Stephen E. Ambrose, the bestselling author of D-Day, presents the definitive account of one of the most momentous journeys in American history. Ambrose follows the Lewis and Clark Expedition from Thomas Jefferson's hope of finding a waterway to the Pacific, through the heart-stopping moments of the actual trip, to Lewis's lonely demise on the Natchez Trace. Along the way, Ambrose shows us the American West as Lewis saw it -- wild, awsome, and pristinely beautiful. Undaunted Courage is a stunningly told action tale that will delight readers for generations.
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Undead and Unappreciated : A Queen Betsy Novel
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"WHAT CAN YOU SAY ABOUT A VAMPIRE WHOSE LOYALTY CAN BE BOUGHT BY DESIGNER SHOES? CAN WE SAY, OUTRAGEOUS? -The Best ReviewsAt least Betsy Taylor's priorities are clear. While most women would love to live as royalty, Betsy has found that being vampire queen has more problems than perks, except for always being awake for Midnight Madness sales. And the employees at her nightclub Scratch have been giving her nothing but grief since she killed their former boss. Some people...But Betsy's "life" takes an interesting turn at a shower for her wicked stepmother, who lets it slip that Betsy has a long-lost half sister. Now twenty years old, this woman just so happens to be the devil's daughter - and destined to rule the world...
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Undead And Uneasy : Number 6 in series
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This book is a great read for fans of paranormal romance and fantasy. The unique aspect of the book is the author's ability to weave humor and drama into the story. The plotline is centered around Betsy's wedding planning and her search for her missing fiancé. The characters are well-developed and the dialogue is witty, making it an enjoyable read for those looking for a lighthearted escape.
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MaryJanice Davidson
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Piatkus
Undead And Unemployed : Number 2 in series
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And the first who shall noe the Queen as a husband noes his Wyfe shall be the Queen's Consort and shall rule at her side for a thousand yeares.' The Book of the Dead. 'If that rat bastard Sinclair thinks I'm going to be his wife for a thousand years, he's out of his f***** mind.' From the private papers of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth I, Empress of the Undead, Rightful Ruler of the Vampires, Consort of Eric I, Lawful King. Nothing can make Betsy Taylor give up her shoe fetish - even dying and rising as the new Queen of the Vampires. Only being royally undead doesn't mean there aren't still credit card bills to be paid. Things couldn't be better - except for her new friends who keep pestering her while she's at work. As if she has time to socialise when there are deliciously sinful shoes to try on - and buy at a discount. It seems there's been a string of vampire murders in town and they're all clamouring for Betsy to do something about it. The worst part is she'll have to enlist the help of the one vamp who makes her blood the oh-so-sexy Eric Sinclair. Only the last time she ran into Sinclair she accidentally fulfilled an ancient prophesy - and ended up married to him
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Berkley
Undead and Unpopular : A Queen Betsy Novel
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Listening length: 5 hours, 35 minutesAs Vampire Queen Betsy Taylor approaches the big 3-1 (in human years, that is), she has a lot on her plate. There are wedding plans to finalize, with no help from her fiance Eric. And Betsy's decided to stop drinking blood, something Eric, the vampire king, may not understand...So when some guests show up uninvited, and they happen to be the powerful European vampires who have finally come to pay their respects the week before her birthday, Betsy gets really cranky...
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MaryJanice Davidson
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Berkley
Undead and Unreturnable : A Queen Betsy Novel
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As if she needed yet another reason to shop, Queen of the Vampires Betsy Taylor is in the middle of planning the perfect wedding to drop-dead gorgeous vamp Eric Sinclair. And she’s not about to let little things like death and blood-drinking get in her way.But all is not bouquets and bridal showers—Betsy is plagued by ghosts who demand her help in rectifying their past mistakes, and a serial killer is on the loose. With his victims all being tall, blond women, Betsy fits the profile exactly…
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Under A Blood Red Sky : 'Escapism at its best' Glamour
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Under A Blood Red Sky is a poignant story about the power of love and hope in the face of adversity. Recommended for historical fiction readers who enjoy complex characters and vivid settings. The unique feature is its exploration of Communist Russia from a personal perspective, with a focus on the resilience of the human spirit.
