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When Hari begins to question the life he is leading, he soon finds himself on an unfamiliar journey with his partner Heti to uncover the truth about his colony – and a great danger which will threaten the lives of everyone he knows and loves.

11 days, 11 women's lives: how the events of September 11, 2001 changed everything for women across the globe číst celé

This is the story of what 'Britain's last colonial war' was really like, told from the perspective of both military and supporting personnel.

The complete story of the Pilgrims, whose vibrant self-determination inspired generations of migrants the world over číst celé

Ayrton Senna details and profiles the extraordinary life of this beloved Formula 1 race car driver with expertly written text, historic photographs, and interactive memorabilia. During his lifetime, Brazilian Formula 1 racing champion Ayrton Senna was widely recognized as a leader in his sport, a pioneer in driving technique, ahard racer and a compassionate man. Since his fatal crash during the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, Senna's remarkable career and humanitarian outlook have continued to inspire the world. Since his death the Ayrton Senna Institute, his most important legacy, has helped educate more than 7.8 million Brazilian children. The Senna family has opened its archives, sharingnever-before-seen photographs of private moments at home and at the racetrack. A true collector's item this book also includes special ephemera from Senna's life: readers can pull out and examine replicas of his baptism certificate, handwritten letters and race agendas, a keepsake formal photo, autographed team stickers, and more than 20 other special items. In exclusive interviews, Senna's family and teammates sharepersonal anecdotes and favourite memories from a life truly lived at full speed. Fully illustrated and uniquely interactive, Ayrton Senna: A Life Lived at Full Speed will be a cherished addition to any fan's collection.

Personal narratives from the Falklands War provide a powerful insight into the experiences of those who fought. The book captures the emotional and physical challenges faced by soldiers, highlighting their bravery and resilience amidst the conflict. Through these firsthand accounts, readers gain a deeper understanding of the human side of war, showcasing both the camaraderie and the hardships endured during this pivotal moment in history.

The worst crash in motor racing history - killing more than 80 people - was produced by a ferocious and haunting combination of circumstances: nationalism, raw speed, the nature of a 24-hour race, and chance. This is why and how it happened. The crash dre

Tazio Nuvolari (1892-1953) is widely regarded as the greatest racing driver of all time. In this fascinating assessment of Nuvolari's life, Christopher Hilton seeks to understand Nuvolari the man - and the Nuvolari legend as it unfolded During the 1930s i

'"Adolf Hitler understood the importance of sport, and exercised his malign and dangerous influence to try to co-opt it for the Nazi cause. He intended to own the Olympic movement, housing it permanently in Berlin from 1940 in a stadium seating 450,000 people. His hijack of the 1936 Games remains one of sport's most controversial events. Austria was forced to withdraw from the 1938 football World Cup just days before it started because the country no longer existed. The boxing matches between Joe Louis and Max Schmeling in 1936 and 1938 came to represent democracy versus fascism. German technology crushed all comers in Grand Prix racing, as well as the Isle of Man TT. Hitler even set up a government ministry to use physical fitness to prepare the population for war. He understood that sport has many uses: this is how he used it." --Publisher description.

By October 1990 East Germany and West Germany were united. How did combining two telephone systems, two postal services, hospitals, farm land, property, industry, railways, roads and speed limits work? How were women's rights, welfare, pensions, trades unions, arts, rents and housing affected? This book tells the story of this unification.