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This novel is a major literary discovery, and Odrach is drawing favorable comparisons with such eminent writers as Chekhov and Solzhenitsyn. Odrach wrote in Ukrainian, while living an exile's life in Toronto. This remarkable book is a microcosm of Soviet history, and Odrach provides a first-hand account of events during the Stalinist era that newsreels never covered. It has special value as a sensitive and realistic portrait of the times, while capturing...
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The Elliott Wave Principle, formulated by Ralph Nelson Elliott in the 1930s, stands as a prominent tool in technical analysis, aiming to forecast market trends by discerning recurring wave patterns in financial markets. Rooted in the idea that market price movements aren't random but rather follow identifiable patterns shaped by investor psychology, this theory has gained significant traction.
Elliott's framework categorizes waves into two main types:...
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In the heartfelt film "A Wave of Kindness," a young journalist embarks on a quest to find the happiest story amid his own personal struggles. As his sister distances herself from the family unit and his father battles alcoholism following their mother's passing, he immerses himself in capturing tales of resilience and compassion. Along the way, he discovers that pursuing happiness is not a destination but a path. This poignant exploration of love,...
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"Waves of Wanderlust: Stories from Coastal Retreats" invites readers to embark on a journey of exploration and relaxation along the world's coastlines. This captivating collection of tales follows travelers as they seek solace and adventure in picturesque coastal retreats. From quaint seaside villages to sun-kissed beaches and hidden coves, each narrative captures the allure of coastal living and the sense of freedom found where land meets sea. Join...
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Whilst researching his earlier book Sea Killers in Disguise, the author unearthed a rich stem of incidents at sea which happened during the two World Wars that shocked and surprised him. This book is the result of further in-depth study covering the Second World War. It reveals a long catalogue of atrocities perpetrated not just by Germany and Japan but, sensationally, by the British and her Allies.
Thanks to Tony Bridgland's meticulous research,...
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Waves of Glory follows four British men of privilege watching the decimation of their generation in the trenches of the World War I battlefields. As the soldiers try to cope with the blood, violence, and death all around them, their world falls apart and nothing seems real except the overwhelming urgency of survival. The home front is no less compelling, as Albano illustrates the pain and uncertainty of waiting for the daily casualty lists that might...
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Indulge in the serene harmony of "Waves and Earth Vibrations," where the rhythmic crash of ocean waves against rugged lava cliffs intertwines with the deep resonance of earth tremors. This captivating recording offers a soothing ambiance, perfect for relaxation and meditation, as you immerse yourself in the tranquil embrace of nature's symphony.
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The mermaid Lí Ban has long studied humans, fascinated by their culture and strange ways. But when she begins to have dreams in which she lived a human life, she decides she must have once lived in the surface world, in a past life. Determined to regain what she has lost, she makes a dangerous bargain, trading her tongue for legs. But the bargain has a catch: she must win the heart of the man once she once saved from drowning. If he should ever wed...
11) Waves
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The epic emotional journey of a suburban African-American family as they come together after a loss-a heartrending story of compassion in dark times.
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Samantha Rite is in desperate need of a vacation. Her life is shattered when after 21 years of marriage, her husband walks out on her, leaving her for another woman.
As Sam is trying to pick up the pieces and start over, her family decides now would be the perfect time for her to take a relaxing vacation.
Before she can change her mind, she and her older sister are booked on a weeklong Caribbean cruise. Just days before the trip, her sister is involved...
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Three delightful historical romances.
Experience the passion of the Waverly Women, sisters who have been raised to stand up against the iniquities of the male sex. Fanny, Frederica, and Felicity meet their matches in this three-volume Regency romance collection that includes The First Rebellion, Silken Bonds, and The Love Match.
The First Rebellion (Book 1): Though she tends to think of all men as cruel and lustful beasts, the beautiful and shy...
14) Waverider
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2024
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IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 2
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The highly anticipated, thrilling conclusion to Kazu Kibuishi's #1 New York Times bestselling series!After her confrontation with Ikol, Emily finally understands the stone's power and what she must do to defend Alledia from the shadows. As she travels to Typhon to help her mom and Navin, Prince Trellis returns to the Kingdom of the Elves to save his countrymen — and confront the fraud who has seized power in the absence...
15) Wavewalker
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'A seven-year old girl on a seventy-foot yacht, for ten years, over fifty thousand miles of sailing . . . a fantastic story of a truly Odyssean journey across all the world's great oceans – but is also the inspiring story of the developing of a restless and inquiring mind' Simon Winchester 'A jaw-dropping and thrilling real-life adventure on the high seas' SARAH BROWN 'This is a story of an epic childhood journey, so exciting and so shocking it...