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Papa adore nous prendre en photo avec son appareil tout neuf. Il faut dire qu'il se passe toujours quelque chose chez les Jean! La colo de ski où cette banane de Jean-B a franchi le mur du son, l'arrivée dans la famille du seul chien qui ressemble à Sherlock Holmes, la séance de cinéma archi-secrète avec Hélène (mais ça, ce n'est pas dans l'album photo de papa), sans parler de la balade en mer où on a attrapé le scorbut... Un vrai feu d'artifice !

Quantitative Finance is an exploration of the intricate intersection between mathematics, economics, and financial markets. Authored by J.J.F. Reibel (MBA, MS Cybersecurity, MS Data Analytics), the author of Data Science, which was the #1 New Release in Mathematical Analysis on Amazon, this book delves deep into the quantitative techniques that drive modern finance, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the tools and models that underpin investment strategies and risk management. From stochastic calculus to Monte Carlo simulations, the book covers a wide range of ...

El Trastorno Obsesivo-Compulsivo (TOC) es una condición mental compleja que afecta a millones de individuos en todo el mundo. Este libro ofrece un análisis exhaustivo sobre el TOC, abordando sus fundamentos neurobiológicos y psicológicos, así como las estrategias terapéuticas más contemporáneas. Dirigido a profesionales de la salud mental, investigadores y estudiantes, esta obra compila décadas de investigación y experiencia clínica, ofreciendo una visión equilibrada entre teoría y práctica.

June is the "growing up" moon: when fox pups emerge from the safety of their den. It is also the month fox parents teach their pups everything, from the mysteries of a box turtle to the wily ploys of the woodchuck. In Thirteen Moons - a spellbinding wildlife series - Newbery Award-winning author Jean Craighead George has captured 13 North American animals in their natural environments and chronicled their fight for survival.

When Mia Turner's life becomes tethered to a mysterious billionaire who she swears is the devil himself, she knows that she must break free. It doesn't matter if everything about him - those sinful lips, those pale-gray eyes, that perfect male body - keeps her awake at night. He's evil, and she has to get away.

Si l'on n'y prenait garde, la vie se retirerait vite des landes de Haute-Provence, et le plateau de la lavande retournerait au désert. Elzéard Bouffier a voulu l'empêcher. Berger paisible et obstiné, toute sa vie il a planté des arbres, des milliers d'arbres et, au fil des ans, la région est redevenue verdoyante, fraîche, parfumée. Jean Giono a imaginé qu'au cours d'une de ses promenades, il avait rencontré ce personnage extraordinaire. C'est l'un des textes dont il était le plus fier. Un grand texte simple et généreux, un portrait émouvant et un hymne à la nature.

Mandy Frey has always longed to see Hawaii. So before joining the Amish church and considering marriage to her boyfriend, Gideon, she convinces three friends to join her on a cruise of the Hawaiian Islands. Captured by the enchanting scenery and culture in Hawaii, their vacation turns into an extended stay. Special friendships are soon made, but home, family, and Gideon await Mandy back in Indiana. Will time away from the Amish community change Mandy's view of the world, her faith, and true love?

First published in 1923, Jean Toomer's Cane is an innovative literary work powerfully evoking black life in the South. Rich in imagery, Toomer's impressionistic, sometimes surrealistic sketches of Southern rural and urban life are permeated by visions of smoke, sugarcane, dusk, and fire; the northern world is pictured as a harsher reality of asphalt streets.

Modern Christianity is in the midst of a veritable schism along the fault lines of society's culture wars. Only if we understand the origins of this split can we find our way to unity. Though few may realize it today, Jesus's ministry unfolded in a crisis very similar to the one society is now battling. In fact, were it not for the truly catastrophic conditions in early first-century Galilee, his reimagining of the three quintessential virtues of the Torah—social justice; compassion toward one another; and an abiding love of God—would have likely failed to attract a wide following.

Long ago, Damien Greystone hung up his guns and knives for the quiet life of a tailor. It’s just him, his demonic chihuahua, and his Chinese takeout. Forever. Oh, did he mention that he’s cursed, and everyone he cares for dies? So when an insane goddess blackmails him into dusting off his tracking skills to locate a rabid fairy, Damien just wants to get the job done quickly and return to his mundane life. Until he meets Sky. She’s beautiful, smart, and up to her ears in danger. He has no choice but to dig out his weapons.

When world-renowned wine expert Benjamin Cooker's elderly father needs him most, the erudite consultant and his dashing assistant Virgile Lanssien are called away to Burgundy to orchestrate the harvest. More than just picking grapes, the Winemaker Detective must keep a delicate balance between an old-time vintner and his heir as a catastrophic hailstorm endangers some of France's most celebrated wines. Adding insult to injury, the brutal and mysterious murder of a grape picker sends shock waves through the winemaking world.

In a world consumed by the relentless dead, survival is more than just a battle—it’s a way of life. Against the frozen wastelands and endless horrors, a pair of survivors fights not just to endure but to build something lasting. With every barricade reinforced and every hard-won victory, they carve out a place of safety in a land where the risen never stop. But in a world ruled by the undead, is survival enough, or is there still room for hope? Land Of The Risen is a gripping tale of resilience, defiance, and the unbreakable will to reclaim a future from the ruins of the past.

Kukum recounts the story of Almanda Siméon, an orphan raised by her aunt and uncle, who falls in love with a young Innu man despite their cultural differences and goes on to share her life with the Pekuakami Innu community. They accept her as one of their own: Almanda learns their language, how to live a nomadic existence, and begins to break down the barriers imposed on Indigenous women. Unfolding over the course of a century, the novel details the end of traditional ways of life for the Innu.

Carla is stuck. In her twenties and working for a landscaper, she’s been told she’s on the wrong path by everyone—from her mom, who wants her to work at the hospital, to her boyfriend, who is dropping not-so-subtle hints that she should be doing something that matters. ­Then she is hired for a job at the home of Viridian, a lauded and lovely aging poet who introduces Carla to an eccentric circle of writers.

In 1846 a baby girl is born to a young Irish fisherman and his wife. It is the second year of the Great Hunger and the young couple choose to remain in Ireland, while family and friends are leaving. Their story takes place in the fishing village of Blackrock, Dundalk, but with the cities of Liverpool and Sunderland playing a critical part in their lives. Is their love for each other and their homeland enough to sustain them, or will they be forced to join the one and a half million who emigrate?

In the rugged landscape of 1840s Wisconsin, a new state emerges, but the promise of a fresh start is overshadowed by personal tragedy. When the Wachsmann family faces an unimaginable loss, young Seth and his wife, Hannah, are thrust into a battle to sustain the family unity. Amidst the turmoil, Hannah gives birth to a son who is afflicted with a mysterious condition, forcing the couple to confront heart-wrenching choices about their child’s future. Can they defy societal expectations and raise him themselves, or will fear and stigma dictate their decision? In A State In The Wilderness, ...

Six of the nine sitting justices of the Supreme Court are current or former members of The Federalist Society - a private, conservative legal organization which has grown to dominate modern American jurisprudence. Takeover tells the story of how The Federalist Society started as a student club and grew to become the most influential legal organization in US history. Over the last three decades, they managed to shape judicial policy and secure numerous seats for its members on courts of appeals and the Supreme Court.

In the rugged landscape of 1840s Wisconsin, a new state emerges, but the promise of a fresh start is overshadowed by personal tragedy. When the Wachsmann family faces an unimaginable loss, young Seth and his wife, Hannah, are thrust into a battle to sustain the family unity. Amidst the turmoil, Hannah gives birth to a son who is afflicted with a mysterious condition, forcing the couple to confront heart-wrenching choices about their child’s future. Can they defy societal expectations and raise him themselves, or will fear and stigma dictate their decision? In A State In The Wilderness, ...

"Dr. Brown Friendship Poems: A Collection" is a set of poems that were initially shared via texting. They are so powerful and will resonate to the listener. Please enjoy!

Born in the British West Indies, Hamilton arrived in New York as an "outsider". He fought in the Revolution and became Washington's most valuable aide-de-camp. He was there with Washington, Madison, and the others writing the Constitution. He was the first secretary of the treasury as the country struggled to become unified and independent.