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#1 New York Times Bestseller: The true story behind Netflix's Society of the Snow —A rugby team resorts to the unthinkable after a plane crash in the Andes.Spirits were high when the Fairchild F-227 took off from Mendoza, Argentina, and headed for Santiago, Chile. On board were forty-five people, including an amateur rugby team from Uruguay and their friends and family. The ski... ... Read more

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On the Third Day

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Archaeologists in Jerusalem make a revolutionary discovery in this "beautifully written" thriller from the #1 New York Times –bestselling author (Ruth Rendell).John Lambert, Catholic priest and professor of biblical archaeology, returns to London from an archaeological dig in Israel—and not long after, he's found dead, hanged in his room. It's only the first shocking discovery for his assistant, ... Read more

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Learn the complete basics of Tai Chi with this illustrated and friendly guide to the Tai Chi form. This book presents a customisable 10-step Tai Chi form that is designed to be easy and quick to learn for beginners. No strict rules, just adaptable Tai Chi moves that fit your own needs and abilities. The book has 4 sections:Gain an understanding of Tai Chi and its benefits through a concise ... Read more

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Alice in Exile

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Scarpia

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A History of the Catholic Church

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