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Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey-Maturin tales are widely acknowledged to be the greatest series of historical novels ever written. Now, for the first time, they are available in electronic book format, so a whole new generation of readers can be swept away on the adventure of a lifetime. This is the eleventh book in the series.The Reverse of the Medal is in all respects an unconventional naval tale. Jack Aubrey returns from his duties protecting whalers off South America and is persuaded by a casual acquaintance to make investments in the City on the strength of supposedly certain information. From there he is led into the half worlds of the London criminal underground and of government espionage – the province of his friend, Stephen Maturin, on whom alone he can rely.Those who are already devoted readers of Patrick O’Brian will find here all the brilliance of characterisation and sparkle of dialogue which they have come to expect. For those who read him for the first time there will be the pleasure of discovering, quite unexpectedly, a novelist of unique character. Получить ссылку |
An essay on medals. Vol. 2
Автор: John Pinkerton
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Полный вариант заголовка: «An essay on medals : Vol. 2 : or, an introduction to the knowledge of ancient and modern coins and medals, especially those of Greece, Rome, and Britain : in 2 volumes / by John Pinkerton».
An essay on medals. Vol. 1
Автор: John Pinkerton
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Полный вариант заголовка: «An essay on medals : Vol. 1 : or, an introduction to the knowledge of ancient and modern coins and medals, especially those of Greece, Rome, and Britain : in 2 volumes / by John Pinkerton».
Gold Medal Strategies. Business Lessons From America's Miracle Team
Автор: Jim Craig
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Business lessons from one of the greatest Olympic teams of all time It's been called the greatest upset of all time, the most memorable Olympic moment ever, the «Miracle on Ice.» No matter which superlative is used, no one can deny that the U.S. men's hockey team's defeat of the Soviet Union in the medal round of the Lake Placid Olympic Games was a defining moment for Cold War America. The U.S. team's goalie was a Boston University student named Jim Craig, who is now a leadership expert and keynote speaker to business audiences. Gold Medal Strategies gives you Craig's unique lessons from the «Miracle» team on team dynamics, leadership, motivation, and other important management topics. With his unparalleled perspective, Craig dissects and analyzes the elements of a successful team, how to assemble one, and what philosophies will keep the team's shared goal a reality. This book outlines the necessary skills and details the specific techniques you need to maximize your business readiness, hone competitive cooperation, gather your strategies, and attack your challengers.
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