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A History of Axe Murder

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A brilliant and bloody examination of the axe's foundational role in human history, from prehistoric violence, to war and executions, to newspaper headlines and popular culture.For as long as the axe has been in our hands, we have used it to kill.Much like the wheel, the boat, and the telephone, the axe is a transformative piece of technology—one that has been with us since prehistory. And just as ... Read more

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A brilliant and bloody examination of the axe's foundational role in human history, from prehistoric violence, to war and executions, to newspaper headlines and popular culture.For as long as the axe has been in our hands, we have used it to kill.Much like the wheel, the boat, and the telephone, the axe is a transformative piece of technology—one that has been with us since prehistory. And just as
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That Curious Fellow - Captain Basil Hall, RN

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A fascinating account of an extraordinary life, this book records naval history in the early 19th century and the adventures of an indefatigable traveller. Famous for his early descriptions of Korea, China, and Borneo, he also provides vivid insights into naval life. Previously unpublished correspondence offers a revealing glimpse of Edinburgh and London high society, making this both a historical ... Read more

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A fascinating account of an extraordinary life, this book records naval history in the early 19th century and the adventures of an indefatigable traveller. Famous for his early descriptions of Korea, China, and Borneo, he also provides vivid insights into naval life. Previously unpublished correspondence offers a revealing glimpse of Edinburgh and London high society, making this both a historical
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Michael Jackson - Uncensored On the Record

by James McCarthy ...

This is the definitive story of the trials and tribulations of Michael Jackson, the biggest star in the history of pop music, but he was also a man who fought a life-long battle against his own inner demons. From his early childhood and tough upbringing at the hands of his father, this eBook covers Michael's meteoric rise from backing singer to stellar solo artist. Also included is an in-depth ... Read more

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This is the definitive story of the trials and tribulations of Michael Jackson, the biggest star in the history of pop music, but he was also a man who fought a life-long battle against his own inner demons. From his early childhood and tough upbringing at the hands of his father, this eBook covers Michael's meteoric rise from backing singer to stellar solo artist. Also included is an in-depth
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Liverpool FC - You'll Never Walk Alone

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Liverpool are one of the most successful English clubs of all time. From their five European Cups to their eighteen League titles, they are one of the finest clubs in the history of the game. From their diehard fans, who will always get behind their team to their legendary players this book will explore the history of Liverpool Football Club from the highs to the lows. This book charts the early ... Read more

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Liverpool are one of the most successful English clubs of all time. From their five European Cups to their eighteen League titles, they are one of the finest clubs in the history of the game. From their diehard fans, who will always get behind their team to their legendary players this book will explore the history of Liverpool Football Club from the highs to the lows. This book charts the early
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The Man from the Train

The Solving of a Century-Old Serial Killer Mystery

by Bill James, Rachel McCarthy James ...

An Edgar Award finalist for Best Fact Crime, The Man from the Train is an “impressive…open-eyed investigative inquiry wrapped within a cultural history of rural America” (The Wall Street Journal). In this groundbreaking work of historical true crime, legendary statistician and baseball writer Bill James applies his analytical genius to crack an unsolved century-old mystery surrounding one of the ... Read more

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An Edgar Award finalist for Best Fact Crime, The Man from the Train is an “impressive…open-eyed investigative inquiry wrapped within a cultural history of rural America” (The Wall Street Journal). In this groundbreaking work of historical true crime, legendary statistician and baseball writer Bill James applies his analytical genius to crack an unsolved century-old mystery surrounding one of the
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Blood Meridian

Or the Evening Redness in the West

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One of The Atlantic’s “Great American Novels of the Past 100 Years,” now with a new foreword by Marlon JamesWidely considered one of the finest novels by a living writer, Blood Meridian is an epic tale of the violence and corruption that attended America’s westward expansion, brilliantly subverting the conventions of the Western novel and the mythology of the “Wild West.” Its wounded hero, the Kid ... Read more

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One of The Atlantic’s “Great American Novels of the Past 100 Years,” now with a new foreword by Marlon JamesWidely considered one of the finest novels by a living writer, Blood Meridian is an epic tale of the violence and corruption that attended America’s westward expansion, brilliantly subverting the conventions of the Western novel and the mythology of the “Wild West.” Its wounded hero, the Kid
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The Gospel According to Rome

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When Catechism of the Catholic Church broke onto the N.Y. Times bestseller list, its astonishing success confirmed the overwhelming interest of Catholics and Protestants in understanding modern Catholicism. Has the recent openness among denominations affected Catholic teachings? In the new spirit of cooperation, is there any reason why Catholics and Protestants should remain divided?This powerful ... Read more

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When Catechism of the Catholic Church broke onto the N.Y. Times bestseller list, its astonishing success confirmed the overwhelming interest of Catholics and Protestants in understanding modern Catholicism. Has the recent openness among denominations affected Catholic teachings? In the new spirit of cooperation, is there any reason why Catholics and Protestants should remain divided?This powerful
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Manchester United FC - Born Winners

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Football is about winning; and all of the greatest triumphs in the history of Manchester United are recalled in this highly compelling account of the club which has learned to make winning a glorious tradition.This illustrated edition features all of the most important events in the history of a footballing institution. Nothing is missed from the early days as a railway company works team through ... Read more

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Football is about winning; and all of the greatest triumphs in the history of Manchester United are recalled in this highly compelling account of the club which has learned to make winning a glorious tradition.This illustrated edition features all of the most important events in the history of a footballing institution. Nothing is missed from the early days as a railway company works team through
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The Coffin Maker

by James McCarthy ...

From behind the headstones the laser beams from the machine guns settle on the target; coffin maker, Pat O’Donnell. He is unwillingly digging a grave in the old colony cemetery on Achill Island for these thugs, and they will not hesitate to use their fire power. Who is he digging the grave for and why are they pointing their guns at him?This nocturnal grave digging puzzles him, but he might well ... Read more

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From behind the headstones the laser beams from the machine guns settle on the target; coffin maker, Pat O’Donnell. He is unwillingly digging a grave in the old colony cemetery on Achill Island for these thugs, and they will not hesitate to use their fire power. Who is he digging the grave for and why are they pointing their guns at him?This nocturnal grave digging puzzles him, but he might well
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Neoliberal Environments

False Promises and Unnatural Consequences

Edited by Nik Heynen, James McCarthy, Scott Prudham, Paul Robbins ...

This volume explores the nexus between nature, markets, deregulation and valuation, using theoretically sharp and empirically rich real-world case studies and analyses of actually existing policy from around the world and across a range of resources. In short, it answers the questions: does neoliberalizing nature work and what work does it do? More specifically, this volume provides answers to a ... Read more

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This volume explores the nexus between nature, markets, deregulation and valuation, using theoretically sharp and empirically rich real-world case studies and analyses of actually existing policy from around the world and across a range of resources. In short, it answers the questions: does neoliberalizing nature work and what work does it do? More specifically, this volume provides answers to a
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Monkey Puzzle Man

Archibald Menzies, Plant Hunter

by James McCarthy ...

Archibald Menzies was one of a legion of intrepid Scots plant collectors in the 18th and 19th centuries who roamed the world and, by a combination of toughness and knowledge, established the foundations of the botany of the British Empire. This is a fascinating tale of how he brought the monkey puzzle to England for the first time and provides an insight to international plant collecting in the ... Read more

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Archibald Menzies was one of a legion of intrepid Scots plant collectors in the 18th and 19th centuries who roamed the world and, by a combination of toughness and knowledge, established the foundations of the botany of the British Empire. This is a fascinating tale of how he brought the monkey puzzle to England for the first time and provides an insight to international plant collecting in the
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Take That - Uncensored On the Record

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This is the true story of the worlds greatest pop band. This uncensored and independent title has not been viewed or approved by the band or its management and is completely free to tell the unvarnished story of Take That as it really happened. Featuring a masterful and comprehensive text by James McCarthy packed with great photographs of the band, the departure of Robbie Williams, the split, the ... Read more

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This is the true story of the worlds greatest pop band. This uncensored and independent title has not been viewed or approved by the band or its management and is completely free to tell the unvarnished story of Take That as it really happened. Featuring a masterful and comprehensive text by James McCarthy packed with great photographs of the band, the departure of Robbie Williams, the split, the
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