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For anyone who wants to know the truth about organized crime and understand the violent forces that have shaped it over the last century, this book is an indispensable guide.Organized crime is perhaps the most fascinating phenomenon of our time. From Al Capone, who boldly claimed his bootlegging activities were a public service, to the flamboyant Teflon Don, the criminals of the underworld have garnered headlines and captured our imagination with their violent and extravagant lifestyles.Arthur Martin provides an absorbing introduction to the mob's most influential personalities - their lives, loves and terrible crimes. Featuring shocking photographs of these gang members, Mafia Wars offers shocking insight into the role of the mob in Sicily and America.

Kyoto is Japan's ancient capital and modern-day center of tourism and traditional culture. Founded nearly 1,300 years ago and undamaged by the war, Kyoto today is one of the world's most beautiful and historic cities, home to 17 World Heritage sites and over 2,000 temples and shrines.Kyoto presents 29 easy-to-follow walking tours through the city's 1,300 years of history, its many unique districts and scenic areas full of charm and character. This updated, greatly expanded guide features over 100 color photos, as well as approximately 40 brand new, full-color guide maps and diagrams of individual sites.

Exploring the intersection of faith and doubt, this work delves into personal narratives and philosophical inquiries that challenge conventional beliefs. It examines how individuals navigate their spiritual journeys, often confronting societal norms and expectations. The author weaves together poignant stories that highlight the struggles and triumphs of those seeking meaning beyond traditional doctrines, ultimately encouraging readers to reflect on their own beliefs and the nature of faith in an increasingly complex world.

The collection features three interconnected novels blending humor and mystery, culminating in the uncovering of a chilling secret from World War II. Each story intricately weaves together elements of suspense and wit, engaging readers in a thrilling exploration of the past and its lingering effects.

An award-winning historian's revisionary account of the early modern world, showing how apocalyptic ideas stimulated political, religious, and intellectual transformations

Ztracený ráj je považován za jedno z nejvýznamnějších literárních děl napsaných v angličtině. Jedná se o rozsáhlou, dvanáct knih čítající, epickou báseň Johna Miltona psanou v blankversu – nerýmovaném verši o pěti jambických stopách. Příběh začíná v pekle, kde se Satan – hlavní protagonista eposu – a jeho následovníci vzpamatovávají z porážky ve válce vedené proti Bohu. Satan jim říká o stvoření nového světa a nového druhu bytostí dle dávného proroctví. Lidem – Evě a Adamovi – je v ráji zakázáno jediné – jísti ze Stromu poznání. Satan se vydává na pouť rájem, kde převtělen za hada svede Evu k prvnímu hříchu – ochutnání jablka ze Stromu vědění zakázaného. Bůh posílá svého Syna soudit viníky – Eva s Adamem jsou vyhnáni z ráje. Tento překlad od Josefa J. Davida (s původní gramatikou a pravidly pravopisu) je novější (r. 1909) verzí překladu, který se, na rozdíl od toho staršího Jungmannova (r. 1811), věrně drží rozměru Miltonova Ztraceného ráje. Kniha obsahuje správné řádkování pro snadnější orientaci a případné porovnání s anglickým originálem. Toto vydání je také obohaceno o 50 nádherných ilustrací – dřevorytů – od Gustava Dorého.

Sieben Kurzgeschichten laden zu philosophischen Gesprächen und lyrischer Beschaulichkeit ein. Sie behandeln Themen wie Gott, Religion, den Kreislauf der Schöpfung und das menschliche Schicksal. Die Erzählungen reflektieren die Sehnsucht nach dem ewigen Licht und dem Ziel unserer Reise, betonen jedoch, dass der Tod notwendig ist, um in den Himmel zu gelangen.

This thought-provoking and ambitious book is a sustained critique of the conventional understanding of what it means to "explain" something in the social sciences. This paperback edition includes a new preface, in which Martin connects The Explanation of Social Action to deep neural networks that are important to the study of artificial intelligence and to the development of computational social science.

Physiotherapist John Sheridan has seen it all since entering professional football in 1979 with Luton Town. In 1986, he moved to Tottenham where he nursed Gazza back to fitness after his 1991 horror injury. Despite playing an integral part in Gazza's rehabilitation, John has stayed silent about what happened in this traumatic period - until now.

Three elderly men set out on a quest to uncover their family histories, delving into the past to connect with their roots. As they navigate their personal stories, they confront memories, secrets, and the bonds that tie them together. Their adventure becomes a profound exploration of identity, heritage, and the significance of family, highlighting the importance of understanding one's lineage while fostering friendship and camaraderie among the trio.