Winner of the Royal Philharmonic Society Music Award for Creative Communication 2015There is a treasure trove of underappreciated music out there; this book will convince many to explore it. The EconomistWhatis classical music? This book answers the question in a manner never before attempted, by presenting the history of fifteen parallel traditions, of which Western classical music is just one. Each music is analysed in terms of itsmodes, scales, and theory; its instrument...

Is it possible to make a living swing trading? Yes, it’s most definitely possible, and easier than you might think.Have you been scouring the internet for information on swing trading and the stock market but found yourself hitting a wall? If you have, the information inside this book will be invaluable to you.This isn’t a book that will tell you what you already know and that is going to give you the runaround."Stock Trading" is going to provide you with methods and a...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Unlock the secrets to flourishing gardens even in the smallest of spaces. This comprehensive guide transforms aspiring gardeners into green-thumb experts, offering the essential tools to cultivate a bountiful harvest of fruits and vegetables right on your balcony, patio, or any little patch of sunshine you can find.Begin your journey with a solid foundation in container gardening—understand the myriad benefits, ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.How to Save BIG on Traveling::: "Strategies and Hacks to Spend LESS and Stay LONGER While Enjoying Your Trips" [Save on Your Accommodation, transportation, and Airline Tickets.]Have you ever wished you knew how to save on your travels, but had no idea where to start from? In this book, we are about to embark on a journey that will transform the way you think about exploring the world. If you've ever dreamed of wande...

When I was claimed by a monster who said my Strega witch blood was powerful, I didn’t believe him - because nothing shows you how powerless you are like a forced marriage to a vampire. Girls like me are cautionary tales, not the heroine of the story.Then my mother walked out of the shadows and into Italy on a ray of light.This time, her lessons lead to power instead of pain. All the vagueness of my sixth sense suddenly has a shape… and I can sculpt it into a weapon....

The Kraken's Lament, by Mark Wright“Gather round, wretched peoples of Atlantis, for Acanthus the Talesmith has a story to tell! A story of adventure, of courage, of a Winged Goddess searching for truth and sanctuary in a friendless city… On the streets of this fair city, the Goddess searches for a path to the child of two worlds, but finds instead only questions and danger. Be astonished as she defies the rage of the dreaded Kraken! Wonder as she sups with the tragic Queen in her ca...

A COLLECTION OF AMERICAN SOLDIER MILITARY HEROICSJOHN BASILONEWar brings out the best and the worst in people. With the United States participating in countless wars over the years, there have been quite a few exceptional soldiers who have been able to shine during combat, having done their due diligence to protect their country and fellow troop members. Giovanni "John" Basilone was a war hero whose actions in the Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima campaigns of the WWII earned him two ...

The Baby Boomer's Motivational Guide to Weight Loss is not a “diet” book—no recipes will you find among these pages. It is a guide that will teach you how to ask the right questions. Filled with usable tips, fun activities, fresh insights, and even a laugh or two (as well as countless references to the times in which we grew up), The Baby Boomer's Motivational Guide to Weight Loss is just that:a guide—to the body you seek as we live through the prime years of our lives.

In Arab culture, at the ineffable point where music meets emotion, lies ṭarab. Often glossed as the ecstasy experienced and expressed when performing or listening to singing, instrumental works, and recitations of poetry, ṭarab is both a practice and an orienting concept central to musical aesthetics and spirituality characteristic of Middle Eastern cultures.Gathering fifteen essays by scholars of music, affect, literature, religion, and education, Ṭarab extends the study ...

In the pulsating heart of Neon Ward, light and shadow dance an intricate ballet of technology and mysticism. Sorren Ives, a reserved data analyst, leads a life seemingly mundane but unknowingly suffused with ancient secrets. The encrypted sigils woven into the digital fabric—cryptic messages that meld forgotten runes with cutting-edge code—beckon him to awaken from his structured reality.Guided by an anomaly he discovers in a navigation app, Sorren steps into a clandestine realm wh...

"The Drunken Preacher" is a raw and deeply personal journey of faith, struggle, and redemption. In this powerful memoir, the author takes readers on an unflinching exploration of the battles faced growing up with a Christian upbringing, navigating the expectations of manhood, and wrestling with the conflict between fleshly desires and divine purpose. As life unfolds, achievements in the military and business world mask a simmering storm of depression, self-doubt, and alcohol abuse. It's a ...

Renegade Beauty: Discover Proven Tips and Techniques On How to Enhance Your Natural BeautyWho doesn’t want to look their best everyday? Everyone wants healthy and glowing skin. Even though it may not seem so, our skin is very delicate and extremely sensitive to sun damage, strong chemicals, products and cosmetics. That's why it's extremely important to protect it, treat it well and look for natural ways to help prevent damage and slow down the aging process.This audiobook w...