Mario Yepes is a familiar name, not just inside his native Colombia but throughout the soccer-playing world. The current captain of Colombia's National Team has enjoyed a distinguished career with some of the best teams in Latin America and Europe. He dazzled fans in Argentina while playing for the Club Atlético River Plate, then went on to become the highest-paid player in France. Since 2010 Yepes has been a standout for the powerhouse A.C. Milan club. He's been dubbed "El Rey" for his ex...

For Uruguayans, Diego Forlán is a true idol. The forward is the all-time leading goal scorer for Uruguay's National Team. During the 2010 World Cup, he won the Golden Ball award as the tournament's best player and was named to the all-star team. Forlán has starred on such top European clubs as Manchester United and Inter Milan, twice winning the coveted Golden Shoe award. Though he currently lives in Europe, he remains deeply connected to his homeland. Among his various humanitarian endeav...

A Real Man's Guide to Weight Loss, or, How My Fat A** Lost 20 pounds in 2 months. Back woods humorist, Grady J. Daniels recounts his real life journey to weight loss, in a way that only he can. The Liquor Is Quicker Diet could be the quickest, funnest, and funniest way to lose weight ever found. Recipes included

Long-shortlisted, 2017 ReLit AwardsFacing the dwindling years of his life, an old man waits for his turn on the auction block, hoping to be sold to a family as decent as the one he is leaving. It is not the first time he has been here, and it may not be the last.Mute in life but loquacious on the page, the old man tells the colourful story of his rootless life. Abandoned by his family and first auctioned off at the age of seven — "Ladies and gentlemen, this...

Para los uruguayos, Diego Forlán es un ídolo. El delantero del Inter de Milán es el mayor goleador de la historia de su país. Dos veces ganó la Bota de Oro, el prestigioso premio que se entrega al mejor jugador de Europa. En el 2010 compartió el mejor gol de la Copa del Mundo, y fue seleccionado del "equipo de las estrellas". Recibió muchos otros premios también. Actualmente vive en Italia por su trabajo, pero está muy conectado con su país. Trabaja en diversas actividades de beneficencia,...

Mario Yepes es un nombre conocido en el fútbol, tanto dentro de Colombia como afuera. El capitán actual de la Selección Nacional ha tenido una destacada trayectoria en poderosos equipos latinoamericanos como europeos. Jugó y deslumbró la hinchada del River Plate de Argentina, y escaló hasta ser el jugador mejor pagado de Francia. Es conocido como El Rey por su excepcional habilidad defensiva y dominio del balón en el juego. Tanto carismático como humilde, Yepes ha tenido varias victorias y...

How My Fat A** Lost 20 pounds in 2 months, or a Man's Man's Guide to Weight Loss. A true and humorous recount of one man's journey to successful weight loss as told by Grady J. Daniels. Recipes included.

Embark on a journey to colonial India in E. M. Forster's captivating novel, "A Passage to India." Step into the bustling city of Chandrapore, where social barriers simmer beneath the surface. Meet Adela Quested, an Englishwoman yearning for authenticity, and Dr. Aziz, a charming Indian doctor caught in a web of misunderstanding. A mysterious incident in the Marabar Caves shatters their fragile connection, sparking a trial that inflames racial tensions. Can true friendship bridge the cultur...

Use the English you already know to quickly learn the basics of Spanish with this unique, accessible guide featuring original illustrations by Andy Warhol—from one of America’s most prominent language teachers.Read, write, and speak Spanish in only a few short weeks! Even the most reluctant learner will be astonished at the ease and effectiveness of Margarita Madrigal’s unique method of teaching a foreign language. Completely eliminating rote memorization and painf...

El Pibe de Oro. The Golden Boy. Diego Maradona's unwaning shadow looms large over world football. In 2007 the brilliant Argentine chose Lionel Messi as his successor to the famous No. 10 shirt. But you can never be sure that potential will be fulfilled.Three years later, Messi – El Pulga, the Flea – is a European Champion, Olympic Gold Medallist, the most naturally gifted footballer on the planet and a hero to millions of fans across the globe. Champions, reporters and coaches blund...

Complete Spanish is a comprehensive language course that takes you from beginner to intermediate level.This ebook just features text. An ebook + audio edition is also available with the ISBN 9781444154726.The new edition of this successful course has been fully revised and is packed with new learning features to give you the language, practice and skills to communicate with confidence.-Maps from A1 to B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for langu...

Fear and Loathing in La Liga is the definitive history of the greatest rivalry in world sport: FC Barcelona vs. Real Madrid.It's Messi vs. Ronaldo, Guardiola vs. Mourinho, the nation against the state, freedom fighters vs. Franco's fascists, plus majestic goals and mesmerizing skills.It's the best two teams on the planet going head-to-head. It's more than a game.It's a war. It's El Clásico.Only, it's not quite that simple. Spanish soccer exp...