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In the depths of an ancient Mayan jungle, James, a young village leader, faces a daunting challenge: to confront the fearsome Aztec god of rain, Tlaloc. Driven by a legacy of harsh divine demands that have plagued his people for generations, James ventures into mystical landscapes rife with supernatural perils. As he navigates haunted ruins and encounters enigmatic creatures, James seeks to uncover ancient secrets that might sway the gods. With the ominous rise of the blood moon, his quest grows ever more perilous, pushing him towards a historic confrontation that could alter the destiny of...

Avril 1945. Le Troisième Reich est sur le point de s'effondrer. Sur ordre de dignitaires nazis, un convoi SS quitte Berlin en flammes pour évacuer de mystérieuses caisses. Au même moment, un professeur de neurologie franc-maçon est sauvagement assassiné par des SS, suivant un rituel évoquant la mort d'Hiram, l'architecte du temple de Salomon, fondateur légendaire de la maçonnerie. Un coup de masse sur l'épaule, un sur la nuque, le dernier sur le front.

The femme fatale seeks vengeance for her family and takes up the mantle of "The Mantis" as she wields the dual karambits intended for her before her father was brutally murdered by members of Jakarta's dark underworld.

Pendant qu'au Québec l'Église de la Réconciliation Universelle recrute secrètement des personnalités influentes, à Ottawa, un nouveau parti politique, l'Alliance progressiste-libérale et démocratique, veut prendre le pouvoir afin de maintenir l'unité du pays et de garantir la sécurité du territoire. Or, la campagne électorale québécoise est marquée par une violence ethnique et linguistique sans précédent, ce qui fait craindre le pire à la population et fournit de l'eau au moulin de l'APLD.

"Je forme une entreprise qui n'eut jamais d'exemple, et dont l'exécution n'aura point d'imitateur. Je veux montrer à mes semblables un homme dans toute la vérité de la nature ; et cet homme, ce sera moi. (...) Que la trompette du jugement dernier sonne quand elle voudra, je viendrai, ce livre à la main, me présenter devant le souverain juge. Je dirai hautement : Voilà ce que j'ai fait, ce que j'ai pensé, ce que je fus."

Take a tour through nine of the finest minds of all time, with "900 Quotations from Modern Philosophy". With words of wisdom, reflections, and observations on everything from life and love to death and hatred, and everything in between, this is a superb book for those looking for inspiring and self-questioning thoughts to gain a new perspective on our existence. A superb read for fans of modern philosophy and those who simply want something fascinating to dip in and out of.

Paris, 1355. Un homme est brûlé vif en place publique. Nicolas Flamel assiste à l'exécution : l'horreur ne fait que commencer car celui qui deviendra un célèbre alchimiste est sur le point de plonger dans les terribles révélations d'un livre interdit.Paris, 2007. Le commissaire franc-maçon Antoine Marcas découvre deux crimes rituels commis par l'un des siens, baptisé le "Frère de Sang". Un indice le met rapidement sur la piste d'un secret séculaire, entourant le mystère de l'or pur.

Ce recueil établi à partir de notes manuscrites et d'ébauches de travail de l'auteur sur des sujets très divers tels que l'état de nature, le droit naturel, le pacte social, l'histoire ancienne, l'étude des mœurs..., se devait de figurer dans notre catalogue en supplément des textes politiques et discours de l'auteur tous disponibles dans notre collection : "Le contrat social", "Discours sur les sciences et les arts", "Discours sur les fondements de l''inégalité parmi les hommes", "Discours sur l'économie politique". À écouter sans modération.

L'intérêt du livre audio ne se révèle jamais tant que par des lectures de lettres : l'auteur apparait alors comme surgi d'outre-tombe.

Jean-Jacques Rousseau initiated the modern genre of autobiography, vastly influenced the development of the Enlightenment through his political philosophy, and helped develop modern educational thought, although his book on the question outraged the French parliament so much that an arrest order was issued against him.

From Jean-Jacques François Reibel (MBA, M.S. Cybersecurity, M.S. Data Analytics), the author of titles such as "Data Science," "Swift Programming," "Perl Programming," and many others, comes "Information Technology." Written for anyone wanting to know more about how the technology around them operates and comes into being, "Information Technology" is appropriate to a wide audience, making the mystery of IT more comprehensible for the average reader and the everyday techie that wants a more well-rounded understanding of the technological space in regards to the computing environment and ...

"Statistical Finance" is an expertly crafted textbook that demystifies complex financial concepts using clear, accessible language. Covering topics from time series analysis to machine learning in finance, the book is organized logically, making it easy for readers to follow and absorb. This is an essential resource for anyone looking to master the essentials of financial statistics effortlessly.

The Online Course Show is all about exchanging knowledge and helping course creators succeed. I LOVE going straight to the source and hearing people’s firsthand knowledge about what has worked for their business. And it’s always great to share my own observations and bounce ideas off other people in the same entrepreneurial space. There is something for everyone on the show. Funnel hacking, high level strategy, nitty gritty processes, book reviews, productivity tips… the list goes on. My guests and our discussions run the gamut: we leave no niche uncovered and no online course topic ...

The darkness is a malevolent, supernatural force that thrives on fear, growing stronger as it consumes the souls of those who surrender to their deepest fears. Mo is something far more terrifying, a twisted embodiment of evil that transcends even the darkness itself. In this chilling tale, survival depends on facing your worst nightmares—or being devoured by them.

In "Zombie Chronicles 5: Strain," J embarks on a daring journey westward, driven by the hope of uncovering a solution to the ongoing apocalypse. The world remains in the grip of the undead scourge, with the fearsome Predators at the forefront of the threat, devouring humans and zombies indiscriminately. Amidst this chaos, the once simmering tensions of the rekindled Cold War have diminished in significance, as the remnants of humanity band together in a desperate bid for survival. J's quest is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, as he navigates a landscape where alliances are...

La Trinité, Johnny Hallyday, Les Play-Boys, les premiers galas, Jacques Lanzmann, Serge Gainsbourg, les escapades marocaines, Maurice Pialat, Claude Sautet, Jean-Luc Godard, Merde in France, les cigares, l'alcool, la Corse... À sa façon inimitable, Jacques Dutronc se souvient et raconte.

Dive into the high-stakes world of "The Night Trade," where the sharp minds of a secret financial firm unearth patterns that could topple an empire of wealth. In the shimmering shadows of a city that never sleeps, Victor, Lucinda, and Edward manipulate the pulse of the market with precision—but at what cost? As ethical lines blur and a looming crisis threatens to erupt, these brilliant minds confront the darker side of ambition. Will their quest for supremacy yield fortune or folly? "The Night Trade" is a thrilling ride through the corridors of power and greed—perfect for fans of ...

In a Japanese tea ceremony, when a treasured bowl breaks, it is not discarded. The shards are instead rejoined with lacquer and gold, celebrating the beauty in imperfection, and creating splendor from misfortune. This celebration of imperfection and authenticity is known to the Japanese as “wabi-sabi”. In this same spirit, Wabi-Sabi Wisdom: Inspiration for an Authentic Life shares the author’s own perfectly imperfect reflections on living a life that moves beyond success, striving, and competition to living in integrity with oneself, others, and the world.

As a reporter, Jacques Peretti has spent his life investigating important stories. But there was one story, heard in scattered fragments throughout his childhood, that he never thought to investigate. The story of how his mother survived Auschwitz. In the few last months of the Second World War, 13-year-old Alina Peretti, along with her mother and sister, was one of 13,000 non-Jewish Poles sent to Auschwitz. Her experiences there cast a shadow over the rest of her life. Now 90, Alina has been diagnosed with dementia.

Jacques Cazotte (1719-1792) è stato uno scrittore francese, ghigliottinato durante il regime delTerrore. La sua celebrità si lega al racconto “Il diavolo innamorato”, pubblicato nel 1772, racconto immerso nell’esoterismo, in cui è evidente l’esortazione alla prudenza nell’avvicinarsi alla magia e alla cabala. La bellissima donna che turba i sonni del protagonista, Don Alvaro Maravillas, è reale o fantastica? O appartiene ad un regno che è diverso sia dalla realtà fisica che da quella immaginaria?