Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took on the West
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER A Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year 2020 A Daily Telegraph Book of the Year 2020 The Putin book that weve been waiting for Oliver Bullough author of Moneyland Books about modern Russia abound Belton has surpassed them all. Her much-awaited book is the best and most important on modern Russia The Times A chilling and revelatory expose of the KGBs renaissance Putins rise to power and how Russian black cash is subverting the world. In Putins People former Moscow correspondent and investigative journalist Catherine Belton reveals the untold story of how Vladimir Putin and his entourage of KGB men seized power in Russia and built a new league of oligarchs. Through exclusive interviews with key inside players Belton tells how Putins people conducted their relentless seizure of private companies took over the economy siphoned billions blurred the lines between organised crime and political powers shut down opponents and then used their riches and power to extend influence in the West. In a story that ranges from Moscow to London Switzerland and Trumps America Putins People is a gripping and terrifying account of how hopes for the new Russia went astray with stark consequences for its inhabitants and increasingly the world. A fearless fascinating account Reads at times like a John le Carr novel A groundbreaking and meticulously researched anatomy of the Putin regime Beltons book shines a light on the pernicious threats Russian money and influence now pose to the west Guardian
Algorithms to Live By: The Computer Science of Human Decisions
A fascinating exploration of how computer algorithms can be applied to our everyday lives. In this dazzlingly interdisciplinary work acclaimed author Brian Christian and cognitive scientist Tom Griffiths show us how the simple precise algorithms used by computers can also untangle very human questions. Modern life is constrained by limited space and time limits that give rise to a particular set of problems. What should we do or leave undone in a day or a lifetime? How much messiness should we accept? The authors explain how to have better hunches and when to leave things to chance how to deal with overwhelming choices and how best to connect with others. From finding a spouse to finding a parking spot from organizing one's inbox to understanding the workings of human memory Algorithms To Live By is full of practical takeaways to help you solve common decision-making problems and illuminate the workings of the human mind.
The World of Ice and Fire: The Official History of Westeros and the World of a Game of Thrones
The never-before-seen history of Westeros and the lands beyond. With hundreds of pages of all-new material from George R.R. Martin. If the past is prologue then George R.R. Martin's masterwork-the most inventive and entertaining fantasy saga of our time-warrants one hell of an introduction. At long last it has arrived with THE WORLD OF ICE AND FIRE. George R.R. Martin in collaboration with Elio M. Garcia Jr. and Linda Antonsson has written a comprehensive history of the Seven Kingdoms featuring the epic battles bitter rivalries and daring rebellions that lead up to the events in the bestselling A Song of Ice and Fire series. Collected within this volume is the accumulated knowledge scholarly speculation and inherited folk tales of maesters and septons maegi and singers including over 170 full-colour illustrations and maps family trees for the Houses Stark Lannister and Targaryen and in-depth explanations of the history and culture of Westeros. This is the definitive companion volume to George R.R. Martin's dazzlingly conceived universe; THE WORLD OF ICE AND FIRE is indeed proof that the pen is mightier than a storm of swords. HINWEIS! Dieses Buch hat kleine Mngel auf dem Cover. Dank fr das Verstndnis.
We Should All Be Feminists: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
A personal and powerful essay from Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie the bestselling author of Americanah and Half of a Yellow Sun. I would like to ask that we begin to dream about and plan for a different world. A fairer world. A world of happier men and happier women who are truer to themselves. And this is how to start: we must raise our daughters differently. We must also raise our sons differently What does feminism mean today? In this personal eloquently argued essay adapted from her much-admired Tedx talk of the same name Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie offers readers a unique definition of feminism for the twenty-first century one rooted in inclusion and awareness. Drawing extensively on her own experiences and her deep understanding of the often masked realities of sexual politics here is one remarkable authors exploration of what it means to be a woman now an of-the-moment rallying cry for why we should all be feminists.
A Game of Thrones: The Story Continues. 7 Volumes Boxed Set: The Complete Boxset of All 7 Books (A Song of Ice and Fire)
HBOs hit series A GAME OF THRONES is based on George R R Martins internationally bestselling series A SONG OF ICE AND FIRE the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age. George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series has set the benchmark for contemporary epic fantasy. Labelled by Time magazine as one of the top 100 most influential people in the world Martin has conjured a world as complex and vibrant as that of J.R.R. Tolkien populated by a huge cast of fascinating complex characters and boasting a history that stretches back twelve thousand years. Three great storylines weave through the books charting the civil war for control of the Seven Kingdoms; the defence of the towering Wall of ice in the uttermost north against the unearthly threat of the Others; and across the Narrow Sea the rise to power of Daenerys Targaryen and the last live dragons in the world. A Song of Ice and Fire is the inspiration for HBOs Game of Thrones the most-watched TV series of all time. The box set includes:A GAME OF THRONESA CLASH OF KINGSA STORM OF SWORDS 1: STEEL AND SNOWA STORM OF SWORDS 2: BLOOD AND GOLDA FEAST FOR CROWSA DANCE WITH DRAGONS 1: DREAMS AND DUSTA DANCE WITH DRAGONS 2: AFTER THE FEAST
The Lord of the Rings Boxed Set. 60th Anniversary edition: J. R. R. Tolkien
Four-volume boxed-set edition of The Lord of the Rings in hardback featuring Tolkien's original unused dust-jacket designs together with fourth hardback volume The Lord of the Rings: A Reader's Companion. Includes special features and the definitive edition of the text. Since it was first published in 1954 The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic and otherworldliness its sweeping fantasy has touched the hearts of young and old alike with one hundred and fifty million copies of its many editions sold around the world. In 2005 Tolkien's text was fully restored - with the full co-operation of Christopher Tolkien - with almost 400 corrections the original red and black maps as fold-out sheets a fully revised and enlarged index and for the first time a special plate section containing the pages from the Book of Mazarbul making this set as close as possible to the version that J.R.R. Tolkien intended. This Diamond Anniversary reissue of the prized boxed set marks 60 years since the first publication of The Fellowship of the Ring. These hardback editions feature Tolkien's original unused dust-jacket designs from the 1950s reworked for this edition and some additional text corrections. The four-volume boxed set includes The Lord of the Rings: A Reader's Companion a unique annotated guide to the text fully updated since its first publication in 2005 and is a book which will enhance the reader's enjoyment and understanding of one of the most influential books of the 20th century.
Seuss D: Oh The Places You'll Go! (Dr. Seuss)
Celebrate lifes ups and downs in this gorgeous paperback edition of the bestselling Dr. Seuss classic! Congratulations! Today is your day. Youre off to Great Places! Youre off and away! For more than thirty years this Dr. Seuss classic has carried us through lifes ups and downs from fun times and triumphs to lurches and slumps! Take an entertaining look at the adventures life has in store for all of us in this very special paperback edition of the beloved classic. The perfect gift for every moment in life from graduations weddings and birthdays to those when you just need a little lift.
The Colour Illustrated Hobbit
The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien is a timeless classic. The unforgettable story of Bilbo a peace-loving hobbit who embarks on a strange and magical adventure is brought to life by Jemima Catlins charming and lively colour illustrations in a way that will entice and entertain a new generation of readers. Bilbo Baggins enjoys a quiet and contented life with no desire to travel far from the comforts of home; then one day the wizard Gandalf and a band of dwarves arrive unexpectedly and enlist his services as a burglar on a dangerous expedition to raid the treasure-hoard of Smaug the dragon. Bilbos life is never to be the same again. Seldom has any book been so widely read and loved as J. R.R. Tolkiens classic tale The Hobbit. Since its first publication in 1937 it has remained in print to delight each new generation of readers all over the world and its hero Bilbo Baggins has taken his place among the ranks of the immortals of fiction.
One Direction: The Official Annual 2016
The must-have Christmas gift for all 1D fans dont miss the years only official book from the worlds favourite band Harry Liam Louis and Niall have had one busy year from touring the world to writing their new album and racking up even more awards to add to their trophy cabinets they have lots to share! With tonnes of never-before-seen photos the latest news and goss from their on- and off-tour adventures plus buckets of exclusive interviews get to know One Direction on a whole new level: the ultimate present for fans everywhere!
An Ember in the Ashes (Ember Quartet Band 1)
Review PRAISE FOR THE EMBER QUARTET: The writing is as smooth as silk and keeps one reading long after the lights should have been out Robin Hobb bestselling author of Assassins Apprentice Sabaa Tahir shows us light in darkness hope in a world of despair and the human spirit reaching for greatness in difficult times Brandon Sanderson bestselling author of the Mistborn and Stormlight Archive series A harrowing haunting reminder of what it means to be human Washington Post Takes you into a world as bloody and ruthless as Game of Thrones but theres a tender and humane heart to these books too New York Times An explosive heartbreaking epic debut that will keep you glued to the pages Marie Lu bestselling author of Legend This book is dark complex vivid and romantic?expect to be completely transported MTV About the Author Sabaa Tahir grew up in Californias Mojave Desert at her familys eighteen-room motel. There she spent her time devouring fantasy novels raiding her brothers comic book stash and playing guitar badly. She began writing An Ember in the Ashes while working nights as a newspaper editor. She likes thunderous indie rock garish socks and all things nerd. Sabaa currently lives in the San Francisco Bay area with her family.
