Global Age

Collection of short stories for beginners and intermediate learners, with English translation, inspired by true facts. A bilingual book for all ages to understand environment issues and improve Italian language. The author: Alessandro Ghebreigziabiher, author, storyteller, stage actor and director, was born in Naples in 1968 and currently lives in Rome. His first book, Sunset (Tramonto, Italian edition, Lapis, 2002, Tempesta, 2017), in 2003 was selected by the International Youth Library (IYL), in Munich, Germany, for the White Ravens, a mention for books from around the world that they ...

A dramatic 3 Book Set for Girls aged 9-12.Book 4: The List...Finally, Sandy seems to have backed off on her bullying of Remmy. She is on a mission to help Remmy fit into the 'cool group' at school. To begin with...this was a welcome change for Remmy. After all, living with a step-sister who hates you isn't easy! Sandy comes up with a List for Remmy. A list for how to be 'cool'. Remmy works through the list of 7 rules for cool girls. Along the way she discovers that some of the rules are fine while others are disastrous!Book 5: The Silence of Being Friendless...Mean Girls seem to surround ...

Another fantastic book in the Diary of an Almost Cool series. Join Petra the vampire as she attends an Academy for non-humans. Meet her friends who are witches, vampires, and even a werewolf named Kevin. Petra has always wanted a human friend. Has she finally found the opportunity, or will her arch-enemy Victoria and the Zombies, ruin everything? A funny story for kids aged 8 to 12.

Everyone loves a sleepover!!! Don't they? But what about when something really strange and scary happens? Sydney's sleepover isn't your normal 12-year-old overnight stay! Sure the girls do the usual things, but then it takes a sudden turn for the worst possible scenario. However, I'm not going to spoil the surprise by telling you what happens!!! A game or truth or dare leads to a new girlfriend/boyfriend relationship. Who will it be? Sydney, Sandy, Rach, Bridget or Susie.... Girls aged 9-12 will love the suspense and drama in this book. You won't be able to put it down!!!

At the stroke of dawn on July 16, 1945 and exactly at 15 seconds before 5:30AM, for the first ever time in the history of mankind, the sun rose twice in New Mexico within a span of 10 minutes, marking a testimony to the fact that the Laws of Physics and the Universe had indeed been reappraised successfully by the human beings. The world was changed forever following the successful explosion of the world’s first atomic bomb under the ‘Trinity’ tests conducted at Los Alamos which unleashed the nuclear age for humans. With full scale, world-wide destruction now assured within seconds at ...

A funny book for boys and girls aged 7 and up. This fantastic book includes two stories. Perfect for kids who like to laugh. Hi, my name is AJ...well, actually, it is Arthur. This is my story. I'm not cool. I'm the middle, just your average 6th grader. My best friend is Mike, and my worst enemy is Cedric. Don't tell anyone, but I really like a girl called Julia, and I don't get on with my sister. Mom is a fitness instructor, and Dad is a real estate salesman. In book 2, AJ goes to camp. Summer Camp is supposed to be fun...right? AJ is not so sure, especially when he arrives and sees his old...

In Climate Hope, journalist David Geselbracht blends in-depth research, expert interviews, and on-the-ground reporting in multiple countries, revealing remarkable efforts to identify the causes and impacts of climate change—and devise crucial ways to address them. The scale of the challenge is clear in the range of fields he covers, from glaciology and climate science to law and diplomacy. But in drawing these approaches together, he shares stories of hope, awe, and wonder that encourage us to confront this long-term, world-warping phenomenon with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility.

Nations, peoples and neighbourhoods across the globe imagine and invent themselves through playing and following the game. In The Age of Football, David Goldblatt charts football’s global cultural ascent, its economic transformation and deep politicisation, taking in prison football in Uganda and amputee football in Angola, the role of football fans in the Arab Spring, the footballing presidencies of Bolivia’s Evo Morales and Turkey’s Recep Erdogan, China’s declared intention to both host and win the World Cup by 2050 and the FIFA corruption scandal.

Richard's war path will determine the fate of two worlds, and the path starts with an act of kindness. To grow in a war camp is not the best of beginnings, but Richard tried to make the best of it. He became Little Brother to the infamous warlord, Rowida. A life of strife and suffering, is prone to change a man, but will it strip him away from all that is good and kind? Little Brother grows to be Lord Dragon, a warlord himself. He has to walk a path of war, and his path will be one to be remembered. Love, such a noble emotion. Could love change Richard's path, or will it force him to travel...

In an eminently clear-sighted reckoning, The Fractured Age lays out the threats and opportunities confronting the world economy over the next decade and maps the uneven blocs that are set to emerge from a world in flux. The geopolitical tectonic plates of the planet have shifted back into action and the increased pressures their movements are bringing to bear will stress all our existing financial and commercial structures, habits and orthodoxies.

In a clear and far-reaching reckoning, The Fractured Age lays bare the threats and opportunities that will shape the world economy over the coming decade. It charts the emergence of geopolitical blocs in a world undergoing profound change - blocs whose relative size and economic diversity will be pivotal in reordering everything from goods trade and investment flows to technology transfers and access to critical minerals.

The Age of Pluralism is a clarion call for pluralism in an age of increasing tribal and nationalist defensiveness. To drive this multicultural world, David Clive Price offers the leaders of the future a global leadership toolkit - for increasing teamwork and innovation, and for leveraging diversity of generations, backgrounds, and cultures.

"Blueprint for Building a Successful Brand" by Arthur Harrison is an essential guide for creators, influencers, startups, and businesses aiming to navigate the complex world of brand-building in the digital age. This book provides listeners with actionable insights into crafting a compelling brand identity, positioning themselves in a competitive market, and creating meaningful connections with their audiences.

Moving beyond Fareed Zakaria's best-selling The Post-American World, veteran international correspondent Paul Starobin masterfully mixes fresh reportage with rigorous historical analysis to envision a world in which the United States is no longer the dominant superpower.

☆☆☆☆☆ 'Satisfying, brilliant, thrilling and funny!' (Marcia, Goodreads) Crikey mate! It’s 1983. Wham! are top of the charts. Two besties are on their Big O.E. in London. Then one of them meets a bloke and things turn to shit. Jafa, Jennie Agatha Frances Arthur, is a bit pissed off, to say the least. She can’t understand it. It’s not like he, the bloke – Nigel - is George Michael, or anything. Not even close. Jennie and Evie had planned this trip of a lifetime since the school production of Joseph and his Technicolour Dreamcoat, for heaven’s sake. And now Evie tells her ...

Global poverty, social inequality. Famine, conflict and climate change. These are just some of pressing challenges we face, and why we need you to turn your passion for social justice into a global career of conscience. This extraordinary guide will help you learn how the international system works, the key problems and players, and how to kick-start your do-gooder career. Whether you’re a budding diplomat, an aspiring international development expert or anything in between, this is a must-listen book for the changemakers of tomorrow.

¡Sumérgete en el universo del derecho al silencio! Esta obra completa ofrece un análisis profundo sobre este derecho fundamental, crucial en la búsqueda de la justicia y la protección de la privacidad individual en un mundo globalizado.

Join the Journey of Human Progress: "Nukes Jets and Chips" - A Thrilling History of Global Enlightenments!Imagine a world where human ingenuity and curiosity have propelled us from the dawn of civilization to the threshold of a utopian solarpunk future. Nukes Jets and Chips takes you on a breathtaking ride through the epic story of global enlightenments, from the earliest sparks of innovation in pre-history to our present day to understand what causes enlightenments and dark ages. This inspiring narrative weaves together the threads of science, technology, and humanism, revealing how our ...

In Unwalled World: Belonging in a Borderless Age, readers are taken on an insightful journey exploring the concept of cosmopolitanism in the digital age. The book examines how our increasing interconnectedness is redefining our notions of identity, culture, and ethics. Unwalled World delves into topics like: The History of Cosmopolitanism: Discover the roots of cosmopolitan philosophy and its limitations. The Impact of the Internet: Learn how digital connectivity blurs geographical borders and fosters new communities. Cultural Fusion and Friction: Explore the positive and challenging ...

Drama! Drama! And more Drama!!! Luke has certainly caused many problems for the girls and Elliot. He contacts Harper again, will he be able to smooth-talk his way back into her heart? A catastrophe happens, involving Harper and Luke. Miss Braun becomes involved and things get messy. Then an offer comes along that changes the whole vibe at the school. It's a competition and the winner gets to swap places with a girl from India for a week. Of course, everyone is excited. A trip to India, that would be amazing!!! Who will win? What will the new girl be like? And how are Luke and Harper? We ...