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The Cambridge Medieval History - Book IV

The Fall of the Western Roman Empire

by F.J. Haverfield, F. Beck, Ernest Barker, Maurice Dumoulin, E.W. Brooks, Alice Gardner, E.C. Butler, Paul Vinogradoff, H.F. Stewart, W.R. Lethaby, J.B. Bury-020edt ...

This process of history may be said to have entered on its effective stage in the West with Alaric's invasion of Italy. But it had been present, as a potentiality and a menace, for many years before Alaric heard the voice that drew him steadily towards Rome. The frontier war along the limes was as old as the second century. The pressure of the population of the German forests upon the Roman world ... Read more

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This process of history may be said to have entered on its effective stage in the West with Alaric's invasion of Italy. But it had been present, as a potentiality and a menace, for many years before Alaric heard the voice that drew him steadily towards Rome. The frontier war along the limes was as old as the second century. The pressure of the population of the German forests upon the Roman world
... Read more
The Royal Regiment of Artillery at Le Cateau

Wednesday, 26th August, 1914

by Major A. F. Becke ...

This book, first published in 1919, represents a study undertaken by former Royal Artillery Major Archibald Frank Becke on the action fought by General Sir H. Smith-Dorrien and the troops under his command on August 26th, 1914 at Le Cateau—a critical day that proved not only a triumph for the British arms, but had a most important bearing on the whole retreat.The book served to show Officers of ... Read more

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This book, first published in 1919, represents a study undertaken by former Royal Artillery Major Archibald Frank Becke on the action fought by General Sir H. Smith-Dorrien and the troops under his command on August 26th, 1914 at Le Cateau—a critical day that proved not only a triumph for the British arms, but had a most important bearing on the whole retreat.The book served to show Officers of
... Read more
Hidden Paradigms

Comparing Epic Themes, Characters, and Plot Structures

by Brenda E.F. Beck ...

Understanding an epic story’s key belief patterns can reveal community-level values, the nature of familial bonds, and how divine and human concerns jockey for power and influence. These foundational motifs remain understudied as they relate to South Asian folk legends, but are nonetheless crucial in shaping the values exemplified by such stories’ central heroes and heroines.In Hidden Paradigms, ... Read more

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Understanding an epic story’s key belief patterns can reveal community-level values, the nature of familial bonds, and how divine and human concerns jockey for power and influence. These foundational motifs remain understudied as they relate to South Asian folk legends, but are nonetheless crucial in shaping the values exemplified by such stories’ central heroes and heroines.In Hidden Paradigms,
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The Onyx Seed - A Story of Survival

by Beck ...

The world is dead, but the earth lives on as humanity is brought to the edge of extinction by a well-orchestrated bio-terrorist attack. But in the bowels of Los Angeles, Marty and Lucas, working in a small restaurant, are unaware of the unfolding events that will soon force them into a life of survival. During their escape, they meet Julie. She is a beautiful woman who has spent a considerable ... Read more

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The world is dead, but the earth lives on as humanity is brought to the edge of extinction by a well-orchestrated bio-terrorist attack. But in the bowels of Los Angeles, Marty and Lucas, working in a small restaurant, are unaware of the unfolding events that will soon force them into a life of survival. During their escape, they meet Julie. She is a beautiful woman who has spent a considerable
... Read more
Nery, 1914

The Adventure of the German 4th Cavalry Division

by Major A. F. Becke ...

Fascinating account of the apparently minor chance encounter between German and British cavalry, supported by artillery, in the opening stages of the First World War as the German army wheeled through Belgium and Northern France. The engagement was a tenacious struggle and L Battery of the Royal Horse Artillery won three VCs and the honour title "Nery" during this clash.Illustrated with 4 sketches ... Read more

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Fascinating account of the apparently minor chance encounter between German and British cavalry, supported by artillery, in the opening stages of the First World War as the German army wheeled through Belgium and Northern France. The engagement was a tenacious struggle and L Battery of the Royal Horse Artillery won three VCs and the honour title "Nery" during this clash.Illustrated with 4 sketches
... Read more
Napoleon and Waterloo

The Emperor's Campaign with the Armée Du Nord, 1815 [Revised Edition]

by Major A. F. Becke ...

This is the 1936 revised edition of the 1914 two-volume account of Napoleon's last campaign by Britain's pre-eminent military historian of the early 20th century, now combined in one handy single volume.This first part takes the story of the Hundred Days from the Emperor s return from exile in Elba up to his despatch of the incompetent Marshal Grouchy to head off the Prussians while he faced ... Read more

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This is the 1936 revised edition of the 1914 two-volume account of Napoleon's last campaign by Britain's pre-eminent military historian of the early 20th century, now combined in one handy single volume.This first part takes the story of the Hundred Days from the Emperor s return from exile in Elba up to his despatch of the incompetent Marshal Grouchy to head off the Prussians while he faced
... Read more
The Devil's Daughter

by Beck ...

The Carpathian Mountains have long stood as the jewel of Eastern Europe, with their magnificent peaks, steeped in folklore and mystery. But in the village of Gura Haith, something lurks in the night, screaming out in maddening hunger. Now, Nelu, one of the village's most skilled hunters, tries to devise a plan to eliminate what has become a threat to the lives of everyone in the small mountain ... Read more

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The Carpathian Mountains have long stood as the jewel of Eastern Europe, with their magnificent peaks, steeped in folklore and mystery. But in the village of Gura Haith, something lurks in the night, screaming out in maddening hunger. Now, Nelu, one of the village's most skilled hunters, tries to devise a plan to eliminate what has become a threat to the lives of everyone in the small mountain
... Read more
Beyond Anxiety

Curiosity, Creativity, and Finding Your Life's Purpose

by Martha Beck ...

**INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERINDIE BESTSELLERUSA TODAY BESTSELLERFrom bestselling author Martha Beck, a new path to overcoming anxiety by awakening the creativity within**We live in an epidemic of anxiety. Most of us assume that the key to overcoming it is to think our way out. And for a while it works. But there is always something that sends us back into the anxious spiral we’ve been ... Read more

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**INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERINDIE BESTSELLERUSA TODAY BESTSELLERFrom bestselling author Martha Beck, a new path to overcoming anxiety by awakening the creativity within**We live in an epidemic of anxiety. Most of us assume that the key to overcoming it is to think our way out. And for a while it works. But there is always something that sends us back into the anxious spiral we’ve been
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The Way of Integrity

Finding the Path to Your True Self (Oprah's Book Club)

by Martha Beck ...

**OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICKAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“A roadmap on the journey to truth and authenticity… [The Way of Integrity] is filled with aha moments and practical exercises that can guide us as we seek enlightenment.” –Oprah WinfreyBestselling author, life coach, and sociologist Martha Beck explains why “integrity”—needed now more than ever in these tumultuous times—is the key to a ... Read more

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**OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICKAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“A roadmap on the journey to truth and authenticity… [The Way of Integrity] is filled with aha moments and practical exercises that can guide us as we seek enlightenment.” –Oprah WinfreyBestselling author, life coach, and sociologist Martha Beck explains why “integrity”—needed now more than ever in these tumultuous times—is the key to a
... Read more

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Evil

Inside Human Violence and Cruelty

by Roy F. Baumeister, Aaron Beck ...

"A worthy synthesis both for victims who want to know why and for policymakers who need to know what to do" about violence in society ( Scientific American ).Why is there evil, and what can scientific research tell us about the origins and persistence of evil behavior?Considering evil from the unusual perspective of the perpetrator, Roy F. Baumeister asks, How do ordinary people find themselves ... Read more

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"A worthy synthesis both for victims who want to know why and for policymakers who need to know what to do" about violence in society ( Scientific American ).Why is there evil, and what can scientific research tell us about the origins and persistence of evil behavior?Considering evil from the unusual perspective of the perpetrator, Roy F. Baumeister asks, How do ordinary people find themselves
... Read more
Audiobook

Embrace Me: Love in the Pacific Northwest Book 2

by Beck Grey ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Love in the Pacific Northwest
Unabridged

9 hours 9 min

Sometimes, the best way to overcome differences — is to embrace them.QuinnNothing is more important than family. Someday I’ll have my own, if I can ever find the right guy. For now, I'm concentrating on my career and a promotion. That is until my company hires a hot-shot with the right credentials to snag the position.I should resent him, but Tadhg Byrne is talented. And gorgeous. And though my ... Read more

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Sometimes, the best way to overcome differences — is to embrace them.QuinnNothing is more important than family. Someday I’ll have my own, if I can ever find the right guy. For now, I'm concentrating on my career and a promotion. That is until my company hires a hot-shot with the right credentials to snag the position.I should resent him, but Tadhg Byrne is talented. And gorgeous. And though my
... Read more
Finding Your Own North Star

Claiming the Life You Were Meant to Live

by Martha Beck ...

New York Times bestselling author and Life Designs, Inc. creator Martha Beck shares her step-by-step program that will guide you to fulfill your own potential and create a joyful life.In this book, you'll start by learning how to read the internal compasses already built into your brain and body--and why you may have spent your life ignoring their signals. As you become reacquainted with your own ... Read more

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New York Times bestselling author and Life Designs, Inc. creator Martha Beck shares her step-by-step program that will guide you to fulfill your own potential and create a joyful life.In this book, you'll start by learning how to read the internal compasses already built into your brain and body--and why you may have spent your life ignoring their signals. As you become reacquainted with your own
... Read more

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The Devil's Daughter

Beyond Anxiety

The Way of Integrity

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