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They entered history as outsidersmobile clans on the margins of the great river citiesthen, in a single turning of centuries, they helped remake the entire map of Mesopotamia. The Amorite Revolution follows the rise of Amorite power from the steppe into the courts and temples of the Euphrates, tracing how shifting alliances, trade routes, warfare, and diplomacy produced a new political orderand laid the foundations for Babylons ascent.Inside youll explore the world behind Hammurabis age: the letters and intrigue of Mari, the mechanics of kingship, the role of law and administration, and the social realities that linked pastoral life to urban ambition. Written for readers who love ancient history, lost worlds, and the high-stakes drama of early civilizations, this book turns a distant era into a vivid, human story of movement, power, and the making of an empire.

NOUVELLE ÉDITION - Le guide essentiel pour découvrir le MarocPays de contrastes où désert, montagnes et villes animées se côtoient, le Maroc séduit par son histoire riche et sa culture vibrante. Entr

In the shifting landscapes between Mesopotamia and Persia lay one of the worlds most enduring frontier civilizations Elam, a kingdom whose gods, kings, and cities shaped the boundaries of ancient power. Elam: The Sacred Frontier of the Ancient World takes readers deep into the temples, treaties, and sacred systems of a forgotten empire where divine authority was not a myth but a living institution. Through wars, alliances, and the rhythm of trade routes, Elams priests and kings built a civilization that survived by balancing faith and politics at the edge of the known world.This book reveals how geography, religion, and power intertwined to create one of the most complex sacred orders in antiquity. Richly written and meticulously researched, its for readers fascinated by ancient civilizations, Near Eastern religion, and the politics of legitimacy. Journey into the world of borderland gods, mountain sanctuaries, and divine kingship where Elam stood as both neighbor and rival to the empires that defined history.

Everything in life rises or falls on its foundation. In a world marked by instability, spiritual attacks, and shifting values, Upon This Rock is a prophetic and practical guide to building a life that cannot be shaken. Drawing from Scripture, revelation, and real-life spiritual insight, K Samuel Mohlala unveils the eternal truth that only a life built on Jesus Christ can withstand the storms of life. Using Jesus teaching in Matthew 7:2427 and the powerful revelation of Christ as the Rock, this book equips believers to move beyond shallow faith into spiritual authority, resilience, and dominion. Inside this book, you will discover: Why many believers struggle despite faithand how to fix a faulty foundation How revelation of Christ unlocks spiritual authority and victory Practical ways to build your life, family, finances, and ministry on Christ How to stand unshaken during trials, warfare, and seasons of uncertainty How to enforce kingdom authority and overcome the gates of hell This is more than encouragementit is a construction manual for spiritual stability. Whether you are a believer seeking deeper roots, a leader building lasting impact, or someone facing intense life storms, Upon This Rock will empower you to build wisely, stand firmly, and live victoriously. Storms may comebut those built on the Rock will never fall.

Governação do Império – O Empreendimento Português oferece uma exploração ampla e sofisticada de como um pequeno reino ibérico se transformou numa potência marítima global, edificando extensas e dura

NOUVELLE ÉDITION - Le guide essentiel pour découvrir MajorqueÎle méditerranéenne aux plages dorées et aux villages charmants, Majorque séduit par ses paysages variés et sa culture locale. Entre monta

Book F of The Alphabet Series 26 Letters, 26 StoriesThe fluorescent lights of the Madrid station hummed, a low, persistent throb that usually blended into the background noise of clicking keyboards and hushed phone calls. Today, it felt like a physical pressure against Oscar Torres temples. He stared at the chron, the red numbers mocking him with the simple fact of Ethan Mitchells absence: 21 hours, 47 minutes. Twenty-one hours and forty-seven minutes since the last blip of signal from Mitchells secure phone. Twenty-one hours and forty-seven minutes since a ghost slipped through their fingers.Mitchell hadnt been a glamorous asset. No field ops, no charming informants, just a quiet, almost invisible presence in the IT support team. The kind of guy who fixed your printer without being asked, who knew the network inside and out, and who you only really noticed when something went wrong. Which, now, everything had. A seasoned agent, Oscar knew better. He had to investigate on his own.The initial search revealed littlea meticulously clean departure, as if Mitchell anticipated a search. But a minor credit card transaction flagged by financial oversight led Oscar to Cape Town, to a beacon of luxury overlooking the harbor. It was a long shot, but Oscar needed someone to follow the trail, someone who could operate outside the established channels. Fiona Jones. A scalpel, dispatched when blunt force wouldnt do.Fionas arrival in Cape Town soon uncovered a connection to a former SVR agent, Igor Golubev, a player in a far more complex game than a simple missing person. As Fiona dug deeper, she stumbled onto evidence of a data breach, a compromised network, and a conspiracy that reached the highest echelons of power. The leak of Project Coriolis, a NATO project, would destroy the trust between Europe and the United States.But in a world of shadows and deception, loyalties are fluid, and the lines between friend and enemy are blurred. As Fiona hunts for the truth, she finds herself caught in a web of betrayal, where every move is calculated, and every alliance is a potential trap. Sea Spider is a relentless thriller, a tale of espionage, conspiracy, and sacrifice, where the price of truth may be higher than anyone is willing to pay.Sea Spider delivers relentless suspense, global intrigue, and a desperate race against time an unforgettable chapter in The Alphabet Series.

One Hill. Millions of Promises. Fifteen Stories of Faith.Tirupati is not just a destination; it is a force of gravity. It pulls in the heartbroken millionaire, the hopeful farmer, the skeptic archaeologist, and the nostalgic NRI with equal magnetism. In the shadow of the Seven Hills, amidst the scent of camphor and roasting coffee, ordinary lives collide with extraordinary grace.In "Whispers of the Seven Hills," best-selling author Rajesh Seshadri takes you beyond the temple queue and into the beating heart of Indias spiritual capital. Stand with Ramesh, a retired clerk climbing 3,550 steps on bad knees to keep a promise to his grandson. Laugh with a Mumbai CEO who learns the true meaning of "time management" from a farmer in a crowded waiting cage. Feel the liberation of Ananya, a bride who trades her vanity for peace at the barbers chair. Taste the forbidden sweetness of a stolen cashew in the Temple Kitchen and discover the secret ingredient of the world-famous Laddu. Hold your breath on the misty Ghat Road as a ghost story takes a hilarious turn. From the chaotic weddings at the foot of the hill to the silent tears shed in the airport departure lounge, these fifteen tales traverse the spectrum of human emotion. They are stories of love, loss, surrender, and the quiet dignity of belief.This is Tirupati as you have never seen it beforestripped of the crowds, revealed in the intimate moments where logic meets magic.Open the book. The pilgrimage begins now.

NOUVELLE ÉDITION - Le guide essentiel pour découvrir Maurice et RodriguesArchipel aux plages de sable blanc et aux lagons turquoise, Maurice et Rodrigues séduisent par leur nature luxuriante et leur culture metissee. Entre villages authentiques, marches colores et paysages varies, chaque visite offre des experiences uniques et memorables. Ce guide pratique vous accompagne dans la decouverte de leurs tresors et de lieux moins connus.Actualise par nos experts Petit Fute, ce guide vous propose dexplorer Maurice et Rodrigues :- Des circuits a travers plages, montagnes et villages typiques : Decouvrez des itineraires qui revelent la diversite des paysages, des jardins tropicaux aux sentiers cotiers, tout en visitant des lieux emblematiques et des coins secrets.- Un regard historique et culturel : Plongez dans lhistoire fascinante de larchipel, des traditions locales aux influences coloniales, en explorant musees, monuments et fetes traditionnelles.- Des cartes, des adresses futees et nos coups de coeur : Profitez de cartes detaillees, de bonnes adresses pour savourer la gastronomie locale et didees descapades hors des circuits touristiques habituels.Ce guide Petit Fute est loutil ideal pour les voyageurs curieux qui souhaitent combiner decouvertes culturelles, experiences locales et immersion dans la nature preservee de Maurice et Rodrigues.

High on the shoulders of the ancient Near East stood a kingdom unlike any othera mountain-built power forged from stone, water, and unbroken will. Kingdom of Stone: Urartu and the Rise of the Highland Empire takes readers deep into the world of Urartu, the formidable civilization that rose between rival empires and reshaped the highlands into a landscape of fortresses, canals, and sacred authority. This book uncovers how Urartu mastered its harsh terrain, engineered stability where nature offered none, and built a network of power that challenged the greatest forces of its age. Through vivid storytelling and immersive historical insight, the forgotten kingdom of the north emerges with new clarity, strength, and significance.Inside, readers will find a sweeping exploration of Urartus geography, kingship, warfare, engineering, religion, and legacywoven into a compelling narrative that brings its stones, mountains, and memory back to life. Perfect for fans of ancient history, archaeology, and lost civilizations, this book reveals a world where survival became statecraft and where every fortress and canal testified to the ambition of a people determined to endure. Whether youre a history enthusiast or a curious newcomer, Kingdom of Stone invites you into a realm of towering citadels, sacred landscapes, and the relentless human drive to build order against the odds.

Faites gaffe, les méchants ! Il est encore là pour ruiner vos plans !L’Agent 9 est de retour ! Fraîchement réintégré au S4, il rêve déjà d’être sacré « agent secret du mois ».Mais cette fois, la miss

À la veille de son vingtième anniversaire, Karys se réveille pour voir une créature divine mourir devant sa maison. Deux semaines plus tard, sa sœur disparaît, ne laissant derrière elle qu’une traîné

Lavant-garde du nouveau gouvernement est arrivée à Edo. Lentrevue de Takamori Saigô et Kaishû Katsu permet déviter une guerre sanguinaire. Les soldats impériaux, qui brûlent denvie de venger leurs ca

Youve got a new puppy or dogor desperately want to get one. Now what? Whether you have a dog, are dreaming of a new puppy, or just love anything with four paws, this guide is packed with the essential advice and fun facts every dog-loving kid needs. Every chapter begins with a short real-life story to introduce the topic and show why it matterscovering everything from puppy chewing and house-training to how to connect with your pup and understand what they need. Over 100 adorable pictures will keep young readers interested in these life-long lessons for both ends of the leash.The Best Beginners Guide to Dogs and Puppies for Kids covers a lot of important topics, including the following: Preparing your home for a dog Dog breeds and their characteristics Real-life heroes and amazing dogs in movies and books House-training Basic obedience and manners Nutrition and health care Unique needs of puppies and young dogs Grooming basics And so much more! This guide will help you learn how to build a wonderful relationship, avoid common mistakes, and keep your new pet healthy and happy!

Discover how real spiritual transformation takes rootnot through striving, but by letting the Spirit cultivate lasting change in the soil of your everyday life. Use this interactive guide to exploring the fruit of the Spirit as a group or for individual devotions.Cultivate invites you to experience real spiritual transformationnot by trying harder, but by allowing God, the Master Gardener, to do his renewing work in you.When God planted the garden of Eden, his cultivating work had only just begun. That same work continues today as he grows the fruit of his Spiritlove, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-controlin the soil of our lives. Gods purpose is not just right beliefs or good deeds, but a whole-life restoration into who we were created to be.Out of his own experience with challenge and renewal, Dr. Richard Kannwischer, pastor of Peachtree Church in Atlanta, discovered a hopeful truth: real change is possible, even in the hardest seasons. With vivid biblical imagery and practical wisdom, he guides readers into the slow, steady, life-giving process of cultivation.Each chapter explores one aspect of the Spirits fruit, not as a checklist to achieve, but as the natural outgrowth of a life rooted in Gods love. Along the way, youll find prayers, journaling prompts, and simple spiritual practices to help clear away distractions and create space for Gods renewing work.Whether read alone or with a group, Cultivate offers encouragement, clarity, and a clear path forwardtoward deeper faith, lasting change, and a flourishing life even in difficult seasons.

Launch Clinical Trials That Boost Your Practice, Reputation, and Patient CareYoure a busy ophthalmologist or optometrist with ideas that could advance patient carebut limited time, staff, and resources make clinical research feel out of reach.Eye-dea to Impact offers a clear practical blueprint to change that. Ophthalmology clinical research expert Dr. Brad Hall shows eye-care professionals how to design, launch, and complete successful investigator-initiated trials without derailing their practice. Drawing on more than a decade of experience helping independent clinics turn ideas into results, he presents a proven framework to take you from concept to lasting impact.Dr. Hall has helped dozens of ophthalmology and optometry practices secure funding, achieve publication in top journals, and take the stage at international conferences. His mission is simple: to democratize research and empower eye-care professionals to lead innovation in their own clinics.Inside youll discover how to: Streamline regulatory compliance so approvals happen in weeks, not months. Recruit and retain patients without overwhelming staff or disrupting care. Collect and analyze data effectivelysometimes with paper forms that outperform expensive systems. Publish and present results that elevate your reputation and attract future trials. Build a research culture that enhances patient outcomes and secures your standing as a leader in eye care. Dont let great ideas languish in your charts or conference notes. With Eye-dea to Impact, youll gain the clarity, confidence, and tools to transform insights into innovations that matterfor your patients, your practice, and the future of eye care.

He gambled his kingdom. Now he must win his wife.When duty calls, King Arthur surrendered his life in Camelot to protect the future of his people. Now hes in a modern world he barely understandswithout his crown or his queen.Gwen is in no hurry to resume her throne. Left behind while the knights rode off to save the world, shed still be stuck in the Dark Ages if Merlin hadnt intervened. Now, for the first time, she has choices. Why not forge a future all her own?But old and dangerous enemies have the new Camelot in their sights, and Arthur needs the unfailing courage of his wife. This time, he cant take her love for granted. To win her back, he must put everything on the linehis sword, his realm, and especially his heart.

Alpha protector. Fated obsession. Biteasintimacy. I came to Landslide to disappear.Mom was chasing another summer romance. I just needed space. Safety. A place my past couldnt reach.Then I met Theron "Hunter" Rabane.The Midnight Rider who saved me once before. The vampire biker I should fear but cant resist. Cold skin. Dangerous smile. A hunger that mirrors my own.Hes been watching me for years. Waiting for me to come back. Now Im here, and the islands rules, curfew, waivers, invitationonly feeding, feel less like protection and more like a cage I want him to lock me inside.But my ex just arrived on the island. The man who swore hed kill me if I ever left.And Therons possessive, predatory instincts are about to collide with a decade of my lies.Can I give my throat to a monster who loves mewhen the last man I trusted promised to pull the trigger?

Duck Prints Press presents 22 delightfully fluffy, happy, odd, snug, and cozy stories about queer characters pursuing academic excellence! From field research shenanigans to cooking adventures, from space station education departments to eldritch libraries, creators brought their vivid imaginings to life in these charming fantasy and science fiction stories. Settle into your favorite research carrel or prepare to read on the sly under your desk as you join us for Scholarly Pursuits: A Queer Anthology of Cozy Academia Stories.

Nadine Krause took in boarders to help her family climb out of debt after her fathers death. Business has gone well, and shes earned enough to expand the house. When her brothers friend agrees to take the job - the only man in town willing to work for a woman - sparks fly. But not the good kind. Or are they? Looking for something different, Leo Albrecht takes a project working for Nadine Krause, the spunky owner of Cocoavilles favorite boarding house. An easy job. Then he manages to injure himself and needs her help to finish making it nearly impossible to ignore his growing attraction. Should he break his rule of not mixing work and his personal life?