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The Jamestown settlers imagined life in the New World would be flowing with abundance, but things were not as they expected. Not only were they agriculturally inexperienced, but they had bad luck negotiating with the natives and faced delays of their food shipments from England. In “The Starving Time”, Captain John Smith recounts the bleak conditions of the winter of 1609-10, including tales of people so desperate they resorted to cannibalism. It was a time of starvation indeed - of the colony’s 500 residents, only 60 lived till spring.

James McLaughlin worked as an Indian agent for most of his life. His most infamous act, however, was ordering the arrest of Sitting Bull for fear that his participation in the Ghost Dance movement would inspire Indian rebellion. “The newspaper reports regarding the arrest and death of Sitting Bull have nearly all been ridiculously absurd”, he wrote to the United States Indian Service. With this account, he attempts to defend his role and set the record straight on the circumstances that led to the death of this influential Native American leader.

Unlock the keys to get motivated and stay motivated! Have you ever felt like a failure for being unable to motivate yourself? Does your lack of ability to complete tasks leave you feeling frustrated like you aren't good enough? Self-motivation can help alleviate these problems. Your self-motivation is a combination of passion, enthusiasm, and action that you foster from within yourself. It allows you to dig for positivity and accomplish goals to become more fulfilled and happy.

Deepen your faith with this extraordinary retreat. Whether you are a layperson of faith or a clergy member, this inspiring series is for you. Although we sometimes think of holiness as belonging to the realms of the consecrated religious, clergy, and certain saints, being a lay Christian is just as powerful a vocation. And as Vatican II's Lumen gentium reminded us, we are all called to be holy, no matter what our walk of life.

Unlock the keys to optimize, speed up and make computer faster. Computers can be both a blessing and a never-ending source of frustration. With the Internet, Skype, email, and other software programs, computers are great for accessing all sorts of information and the world around us; hence, it's no surprise that these machines have become an integral part of everyday life. However, constant computer use can cause an infinite number of problems for users.

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This play takes place in the 1900s in Russia, at a time when it was experiencing a severe economic crisis. A crowd of ruined peasants and workers roam the country and, in the end, sink to the "bottom". The desperate situation of these discarded from people's lives is taken advantage of by the owners of fetid cellars. In one such flophouse Mikhail Kostylev is ready to squeeze the very last penny from his unfortunate and disadvantaged guests. And there are further developments....

The Learn in Your Car language series is the first system ever designed to teach a language in your car...or anywhere...without a textbook. And now with Learn in Your Car from audible.com, you can turn your PC, your Rio, or any mobile device into your own personal language tutor. Browse more Learn in Your Car.

Love Letters to a House on Fire is a collection of stories, letters, poems, and ransom notes that contain thoughtful and quirky observations on the world we live in. Follow along through science fiction- and fantasy-inspired tales of adventure, conspiracy, betrayal, and determination. Enjoy poems exploring themes of love, life, nature, faith, and mental health. Finish by listening to the ransom notes documenting a botched kidnapping that blossomed into a family blood feud.

This book revisits some simple scientific research data which could be considered as the equivalent to Chicken Little's alarm call that the sky is falling. Based on materials widely distributed in the press, the author examines how the superstitions gain a place in the scientific research work, debunking some of them with simple arguments that can be taken from most high school manuals.

One of the most powerful ways to inspire and motivate others is by sharing your own personal story. By opening up about your struggles, triumphs, and journey towards success, you can show others that they too have the power to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.

I extend this call to action to regular everyday people. Educate yourselves on the realities of violence against black doctors and the systemic issues that perpetuate it. Engage in conversations, both online and offline, to raise awareness and challenge the status quo. Support organizations and initiatives that fight for equality within the healthcare system. Breaking the silence is the first step towards eradicating violence against black doctors and creating a healthcare system that truly values diversity and inclusivity.

The 1918 to 1919 H1N1 influenza pandemic is among the most deadly events in recorded human history, having killed an estimated 50 to 100 million persons. Recent H5N1 avian influenza epizootics associated with sporadic human fatalities have heightened concern that a new influenza pandemic, one at least as lethal as that of 1918, could be developing.

Having enough energy is vital to getting through the day. For professionals, that means being able to check off the to-do list and clear off the desk of work that has been piling up. For students, that means being able to manage all that studying while also being able to maintain a social life.

Stop losing sales and income! This fast, effective program shows how to identify and correct the most common errors made by salespeople. Find out what more than 100,000 top sellers have already learned: how to eliminate the number one cause of discontinued orders, turn low-potential "dry runs" into an avalanche of new and profitable business, and make a quick, positive impression on potential buyers - even those hard-to-impress prospects who shy away from salespeople. Boost your career and commissions with these proven sales techniques.

Princess Cloudy loves her life. She plays in the courtyard, dances in the rain in her bathing suit, and has a special power: Summoning cloud buddies, tiny clouds with faces that fly around and drop rain. Everything seems well, until she sees a unicorn who needs help.

Things are looking up for Caleb! He's got two smoking-hot girlfriends, a place of his own, and a job. Then his best friend's dad comes to town, bringing with him some dark allies. Worse, he's possibly involved in a human-trafficking ring that's got hold of two of Scarlett's friends.

There is something nefarious going on in 1966 Monte Carlo. The extravagant casino owner Gerard Legrand has been charged with human trafficking. But coincidentally, all the evidence is destroyed. Unable to accept the ruling, two judges join together with a team of ex-military special services men to bring Legrand to justice by any means necessary.

The Paleo Diet has been embraced by millions Worldwide. For a number of reasons. But perhaps the most important is that simply by eating the "Paleo Way" you will lose weight. In this book, the noted English Nutritionist, Doctor Phillip Osmond Clark guides you through everything you need to know about losing weight with the Paleo Diet. With more than a touch of humor in his narration.

Kleists Erzählung aus dem Jahre 1808 erzählt die Geschichte des Rosshändlers Kohlhaas, den ein Junker um zwei Pferde betrügt...