Ten years ago, Earth was invaded by a hostile alien race. Humanity could not stand against them and within two years the planet lay in ruins with most of the population dead.Kimberly Schwartz, a survivor of the war is alone. Working as a hunter for a brutal, remorseless boss, she tracks down her targets with her unique GDF rifle Kali. After a disagreement on a contract, Kim is forced to go on the run where she discovers a conspiracy involving her former boss and the virtual utopia ...

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The Routledge Companion to Working-Class Literature provides an overview of the history, theory, and analysis of working-class literature. Taking a global and intersectional approach, the Companion demonstrates that literature is central to the (re)interpretation of the working class, a process that involves rereading the past as well as mapping the present.The collection examines how working-class literature is defined and the functions the term serves. It maps c...

"A soul needed a few lies to comfort the pain. Without sweet, innocent lies, one would be driven to a state like that. One would eventually be tortured out of life."Wandering around art galleries is the only time Nodo feels anything truly worthwhile. Art communicates with him in ways that humans cannot.Throughout his life, Nodo has known little joy, experienced a lack of emotions, and faced a dull existence. One day, he stumbles upon a painting tha...

Nature is full of wisdom. Tapping into this can be as simple as stepping into a garden - observing, listening and feeling. Nature's Whispers encourages us to do just that.Through delightful descriptions and visuals, this book reveals how connecting to nature can be a way to peace, joy, creativity and more. The affirmations supporting this intention are powerful and uplifting.Let Nature's Whispers be your inspirational companion.

Over the last half century, historic preservation has been on the rise in American cities and towns, from urban renewal and gentrification projects to painstaking restoration of Victorian homes and architectural landmarks. In this book, Nancy R. Hiller brings together individuals with distinctive styles and perspectives, to talk about their passion for preservation. They consider the meaning of place and what motivates those who work to save and care for places; the role of place in the fo...

The British government has embarked on an ambitious and legally-binding climate change target: reduce the country's greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2050. The Net Zero policy was subject to almost no parliamentary or public scrutiny, and is universally approved by our political class. But what will its consequences be?Ross Clark argues that it is a terrible mistake, an impractical hostage to fortune which will have massive downsides. Achieving the target is predicated on the...

Petra Durst-Benning's captivating historical novel pays homage to the trailblazing women of the early twentieth century—like Elizabeth Arden and Estée Lauder—who shaped culture, shattered convention, and strived to make the world around them more beautiful.Despite all that Clara Berg has achieved as a wife, mother, and chemist—especially for a woman in turn-of-the-century Berlin—ending her abusive marriage comes at great cost. The judge hands her inheritance—her pa...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Customer Success from the Ground UpA Practical Guide for Founders and First CS LeadersThis no-fluff, actionable guide is built for those tasked with creating or scaling Customer Success in fast-moving SaaS environments. Whether you’re a founder wondering when to invest in CS, a first hire laying the groundwork, or a team lead shaping a maturing function, this book gives you the structure, clarit...

When Isabelle took a chance and eloped with Leon Feininger, her true love, she hadn’t stopped to consider what would happen next. Winter on his family’s isolated vineyard proves tougher than she expected, and Isabelle finds herself daydreaming, envisioning the wines she and Leon will make when they have their own land.An unexpected inheritance opens a door for the newlyweds—Leon’s uncle has left them a vineyard, and in champagne country no less! But all is not as it seems. The decr...

The Sunday Times Children's Book of the Year. Children's Book of the Week in both the Times and Guardian.The Misadventures of Frederick is a funny, joyful story about friendship and the delights of outdoor adventures (even for the accident-prone) – wonderfully written by the talented Ben Manley and beautifully illustrated by Emma Chichest...

Professional services firms - from the legal sector to accountancy, consulting and beyond - face increased disruption. Service delivery models are under pressure to adapt to changing client expectations. Technology offers new ways of working with clients, but changes the skills profile required of professionals, and threatens the traditional people-centred business model. The Professional Services Leadership Handbook equips leaders, and aspiring leaders, with tool...