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Inspiré par les écrits de Hobbes et de Montesquieu, ce petit traité aux principes atemporels est un véritable bréviaire de citoyenneté.

In the shadow of Mt. Fuji, a legendary warrior battles a fearsome enemy. Secrets are unearthed, alliances forged, and honor tested. Join White Oni in an epic tale of bravery and resilience that will leave you breathless. Discover the dawn of a new era in "Ninja Shinigami."

A rollicking conversation between British author Brian Jacques and Jon Scieszka about the newest installment in Jacques' beloved Redwall series, Eulalia!. Redwall's heroes are peace-loving mice, moles, shrews, squirrels, and their friends who exhibit human characteristics in a medieval setting. They face the dark side of the animal world, represented by rats, weasels, stoats, foxes, and their villain allies, in the day-to-day struggle of good versus evil.

This books focuses on the history, techniques, and applications of Computer Vision.

Pour l’inspecteur-chef Théberge, tout débute avec la découverte, dans la voiture d’un gestionnaire, du corps totalement exsangue d’une danseuse de club. Qui donc aurait intérêt à faire croire qu’un vampire hante les rues de Montréal? Quelque temps plus tard, le milieu financier en entier est secoué par le décès – mort suspecte, suicide, assassinat - de plusieurs gestionnaires et par la disparition de 750 millions de dollars des coffres de la Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec.

The Definitive Guide to Python Programming

A lean strategy is about gaining a competitive edge by offering better quality products at competitive prices and making a sustainable profit by eliminating waste through engaging employees in discovering deeper ways to think about their own jobs and smarter ways of working together. In its current form, lean has been radically effective, but its true powers have yet to be harnessed. The Lean Strategy harnesses that power and delivers a new way of creating value from lean.

Pendant qu'au Québec l'Église de la Réconciliation Universelle recrute secrètement des personnalités influentes, à Ottawa, un nouveau parti politique, l'Alliance progressiste-libérale et démocratique, veut prendre le pouvoir afin de maintenir l'unité du pays et de garantir la sécurité du territoire. Or, la campagne électorale québécoise est marquée par une violence ethnique et linguistique sans précédent, ce qui fait craindre le pire à la population et fournit de l'eau au moulin de l'APLD.

In the world of chess, where strategy meets intellect, "Chess: A Dimensional Odyssey" emerges as a monumental work, redefining the ancient game through the eyes of mathematics. From the author of "Checkers: A Journey Through Strategy and Complexity", this book transcends traditional boundaries, merging deep mathematical insights with the intricate strategies of chess. Spanning the historical evolution of the game to the cutting-edge advancements in AI and quantum computing, this book offers a comprehensive exploration of chess's multifaceted nature. From the combinatorial complexities of ...

Sherlock Holmes may have been the most famous detective of the 19th century, but he had many worthy rivals.

Seen as godless by the religious and weak by the atheists, secularism mostly has been misunderstood. In How to Be Secular, Berlinerblau argues for a return to America’s hard-won secular tradition; the best way to protect religious diversity and freedom lies in keeping an eye on the encroachment of each into the other. Berlinerblau passionately defends the virtues of secularism, reminds us what it is and what it can protect, and urges us to mobilize around its cause, which is for all Americans to continue to enjoy freedom for - and from - religion.

Cluny’s army has been driven back, but is poised for a second invasion. The mice must find the resting place of Martin the Warrior, and regain possession of the ancient, legendary sword - only then will victory be assured….

Meester Jaap is een echte meester, maar af en toe een beetje gek... In de klas van meester Jaap wordt veel geleerd, maar dan wel op een originele manier. De kinderen en hij trekken lootjes voor surprises, en voor het kerstdiner staat er boerenkool op het menu. Maar meester Jaap zorgt er ook voor dat er niet gepest wordt en dat de kinderen respect hebben voor elkaars achtergrond. Als Fatima op een dag op school komt met een hoofddoekje en iedereen begint te lachen, zet meester Jaap een oude dameshoed op zijn hoofd, en mag iedereen iets uit de verkleedkist pakken.

This book offers an overview of computer science from a perspective that is accessible to those without an extensive technical background. While the field of computer science encompasses a vast array of complex topics and applications, this work endeavors to present these concepts in a clear and approachable manner. Through the exploration of various aspects of computer science, readers will gain a foundational understanding of this rapidly-evolving field, even in the absence of prior experience or technical expertise. This literary work is not intended to serve as a technical reference or ...

In a neon-drenched Neo-Edo, the cyber samurai face their ultimate challenge against Copper Yatagarasu, the Nanite Demon. As ancient samurai codes clash with advanced cyber warfare, a group of brave warriors must navigate a world of honor, betrayal, and cutting-edge technology. With breathtaking action and heart-pounding suspense, "Cyber Shinigami" explores the timeless struggle between tradition and innovation. Will the cyber samurai protect their city from a new era of chaos? Discover a thrilling saga of resilience and heroism in this captivating cyberpunk adventure.

"Zombie Chronicles 6: Evolution" ushers readers into an adrenaline-fueled journey through a post-apocalyptic world on the brink of transformation. As humanity teeters on the edge of extinction, a glimmer of hope emerges through the darkness, hinting at the possibility of a new dawn. The survivors, tested by the relentless horrors that have ravaged the earth, find themselves at a pivotal crossroads. With the remnants of society crumbling around them, they are faced with the ultimate challenge: evolve or perish. In this gripping installment, alliances are forged in the heat of battle, and the...

Été 2010. Le commissaire franc-maçon Antoine Marcas est plongé dans un profond coma, après une blessure par balle. À son réveil, il ne se souvient de rien, hormis des cauchemars, de ce tunnel sans fin. Une Expérience de Mort Imminente... Lancé sur la piste de son agresseur, traqué par des fanatiques religieux, le frère Marcas remonte aux origines des rites d'initiation égyptiens. Pour comprendre, il va devoir à nouveau franchir les portes de la mort.

Zwei tote Polizisten liegen neben ihrem Streifenwagen auf einem Waldweg. Sie wurden mitten in der Nacht erschossen, und niemand kann sich vorstellen, wer das getan haben könnte. Das größte Rätsel aber stellt der Tatort dar, der nicht in ihrem Revier, sondern viele Kilometer entfernt vom Einsatzort liegt. Polizeirat Kischkewitz ergreift eine ungewöhnliche Maßnahme: Er lässt den Tatort "einfrieren" - Mordkommission und Spurensicherung erhalten mehrere Stunden lang keinen Zutritt zum Geschehen.

Survivors left to die after a zombie outbreak are forced to work together to overcome zombies, raiders, and other trials of the apocalypse.

In a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a zombie pandemic, lone survivor Ralf navigates the treacherous Arizona desert. Facing not only hordes of the undead but also terrifying, mutated Proto-Predators, Ralf must use his wits and skill to stay alive. With society in ruins and danger at every turn, survival is a relentless battle. Dive into "Mutantz," a gripping tale of endurance and hope in the darkest of times.