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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Updated and revised the story of American rapper Jay-Z's glass-shattering rise from the Brooklyn projects to the top of the business world. Beyond the award-wining albums and chart-topping hits, Jay-Z s business savvy has cemented his legacy as one of the most successful artists of our time. Now with new insights into how he recently achieved hisForbes-certified billionaire status,Empire State of Mindreveals the inside story behind the rapper's meteoric rise.With a sprawling network of investments ranging from fashion, technology, and top-shelf liquor to nightclubs, streaming services, and record labels, it s possible for Jay-Z to profit at every turn of your day. So how did a kid from the projects turn himself into a one-man conglomerate Through the eyes of the people who lived it with him including the childhood friend who got him into the drug trade, the DJ who persuaded him to stop dealing and focus on his music, and industry collaborators like Alicia Keys and J. Cole we see how Jay-Z not only honed his craft but transformed each setback into an opportunity for more. For every hustler, mogul, and businessperson who seeks to build something spectacular, this book is the blueprint.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -A brilliant collection of photographs that brings together two of the world's favorite things: hot men and cute kittens. Based on the chic French Tumblr Des Hommes et des Chatons,Men & Catspresents an original collection of 50 pairs of sexy men and adorable cats. Each clever match-up shows a heartthrob posing alongside a catin a similar pose or with a similar expression. Not sure if you want to look at sexy men or cute cats With this book, you don't have to choose. 112 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware 368 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Dazzling and instructive . . . [a] magisterial new book. Walter Isaacson, Time'An astute analysis that illuminates many of today's critical international issues.' Kirkus ReviewsHenry Kissinger offers inWorld Ordera deep meditation on the roots of international harmony and global disorder. Drawing on his experience as one of the foremost statesmen of the modern era advising presidents, traveling the world, observing and shaping the central foreign policy events of recent decades Kissinger now reveals his analysis of the ultimate challenge for the twenty-first century: how to build a shared international order in a world of divergent historical perspectives, violent conflict, proliferating technology, and ideological extremism.There has never been a true world order, Kissinger observes. For most of history, civilizations defined their own concepts of order. Each considered itself the center of the world and envisioned its distinct principles as universally relevant. China conceived of a global cultural hierarchy with the emperor at its pinnacle. In Europe, Rome imagined itself surrounded by barbarians; when Rome fragmented, European peoples refined a concept of an equilibrium of sovereign states and sought to export it across the world. Islam, in its early centuries, considered itself the world s sole legitimate political unit, destined to expand indefinitely until the world was brought into harmony by religious principles. The United States was born of a conviction about the universal applicability of democracy a conviction that has guided its policies ever since.Now international affairs take place on a global basis, and these historical concepts of world order are meeting. Every region participates in questions of high policy in every other, often instantaneously. Yet there is no consensus among the major actors about the rules and limits guiding this process or its ultimate destination. The result is mounting tension.Grounded in Kissinger s deep study of history and his experience as national security advisor and secretary of state,World Orderguides readers through crucial episodes in recent world history. Kissinger offers a unique glimpse into the inner deliberations of the Nixon administration s negotiations with Hanoi over the end of the Vietnam War, as well as Ronald Reagan s tense debates with Soviet Premier Gorbachev in Reykjavík. He offers compelling insights into the future of U.S. China relations and the evolution of the European Union, and he examines lessons of the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Taking readers from his analysis of nuclear negotiations with Iran through the West s response to the Arab Spring and tensions with Russia over Ukraine,World Orderanchors Kissinger s historical analysis in the decisive events of our time.Provocative and articulate, blending historical insight with geopolitical prognostication,World Orderis a unique work that could come only from a lifelong policy maker and diplomat. Kissinger is also the author of On China. 432 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Tenniel, John (illustrator). Neuware -A deluxe edition of Lewis Carroll's timeless tale of wondrously charming nonsense, in time for its 150th anniversaryWhen Alice follows the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole, little does she know that she is traveling to a world of magic where common-sense is turned upside-down. The dream worlds of nonsensical Wonderland and the backwards Looking-Glass kingdom are full of the unexpected: a baby turns into a pig, time is missing at a tea-party, and a wild chess game makes the seven-year-old Alice a queen. Displaying Lewis Carroll's gift for sparkling wordplay, puzzles, and riddles, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass offer magical adventure, pointed satire of Victorian England, and playful explorations of sophisticated logic. Yet amid Carroll's antic humor and joyful creation, poignant moments of nostalgia for fleeting childhood give the stories extraordinary emotional depth. And wherever Carroll takes Alice, John Tenniel's iconic illustrations follow with whimsical depictions of her tizzying journeys. Original, experimental, and unparalleled for pure delight, the adventures of Alice in Wonderland are tales to be read and shared across generations. 272 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -A brilliant collection of photographs that brings together two of the world's favorite things: hot men and cute kittens. Based on the chic French Tumblr Des Hommes et des Chatons, Men & Cats presents an original collection of 50 pairs of sexy men and adorable cats. Each clever match-up shows a heartthrob posing alongside a cat in a similar pose or with a similar expression. Not sure if you want to look at sexy men or cute cats With this book, you don't have to choose.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -From the New York Times-bestselling author of Where Good Ideas Come From and Unexpected Life, a new look at the power and legacy of great ideas.In this illustrated history, Steven Johnson explores the history of innovation over centuries, tracing facets of modern life (refrigeration, clocks, and eyeglass lenses, to name a few) from their creation by hobbyists, amateurs, and entrepreneurs to their unintended historical consequences. Filled with surprising stories of accidental genius and brilliant mistakes-from the French publisher who invented the phonograph before Edison but forgot to include playback, to the Hollywood movie star who helped invent the technology behind Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-How We Got to Now investigates the secret history behind the everyday objects of contemporary life.In his trademark style, Johnson examines unexpected connections between seemingly unrelated fields: how the invention of air-conditioning enabled the largest migration of human beings in the history of the species-to cities such as Dubai or Phoenix, which would otherwise be virtually uninhabitable; how pendulum clocks helped trigger the industrial revolution; and how clean water made it possible to manufacture computer chips. Accompanied by a major six-part television series on PBS, How We Got to Now is the story of collaborative networks building the modern world, written in the provocative, informative, and engaging style that has earned Johnson fans around the globe. 320 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -#1 New York Times bestseller Essential reading for anyone interested in understanding and treating traumatic stress and the scope of its impact on society. Alexander McFarlane, Director of the Centre for Traumatic Stress StudiesA pioneering researcher transforms our understanding of trauma and offers a bold new paradigm for healing in thisNew York TimesbestsellerTrauma is a fact of life. Veterans and their families deal with the painful aftermath of combat; one in five Americans has been molested; one in four grew up with alcoholics; one in three couples have engaged in physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, one of the world s foremost experts on trauma, has spent over three decades working with survivors. InThe Body Keeps the Score, he uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma literally reshapes both body and brain, compromising sufferers capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust. He explores innovative treatments from neurofeedback and meditation to sports, drama, and yoga that offer new paths to recovery by activating the brain s natural neuroplasticity. Based on Dr. van der Kolk s own research and that of other leading specialists,The Body Keeps the Scoreexposes the tremendous power of our relationships both to hurt and to heal and offers new hope for reclaiming lives. 464 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -'Smart, important, and, as always, exquisitely written.' -Daniel Gilbert, author of Stumbling on HappinessReaders of Daniel J. Levitin's two previous New York Times bestsellers have come to know and trust his unique ability to translate cutting edge neuroscience into an informative and entertaining narrative. Now Levitin turns his attention to an issue that affects everyone in the digital age: organization. It's the reason that some people are more adept than others at managing today's hyper flow of data. The Organized Mind explains the science behind their success and-with chapters targeted specifically to business readers-shows how all of us can make small but crucial changes to regain mastery over our lives. 544 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A brilliant collection of photographs that brings together two of the world's favorite things: hot men and cute kittens. Based on the chic French Tumblr Des Hommes et des Chatons,Men & Catspresents an original collection of 50 pairs of sexy men and adorable cats. Each clever match-up shows a heartthrob posing alongside a catin a similar pose or with a similar expression. Not sure if you want to look at sexy men or cute cats With this book, you don't have to choose.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -The best introductory book on wine to come along in years (The Washington Post) from the creators of the award-winning Wine Folly website Red or white Cabernet or merlot Light or bold What to pair with food Drinking great wine isn t hard, but finding great wine does require a deeper understanding of the fundamentals. Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Winewill help you make sense of it all in a unique infographic wine book. Designed by the creators of the Wine Folly website, which has won Wine Blogger of the Year from the International Wine & Spirits Competition, this book combines sleek, moderninformation design with data visualization and gives readers pragmatic answers to all their wine questions, including: Detailed taste profiles of popular and under-the-radar wines. A guide to pairing food and wine. A wine-region section with detailed maps. Practical tips and tricks for serving wine. Methods for tasting wine and identifying flavors. Packed with information and encouragement,Wine Folly: The Essential Guide to Winewill empower your decision-making with practical knowledge and give you confidence at the table. 240 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -The instant #1 NEW YORK TIMES Bestseller'A must read for anyone hoping to live a creative life. I dare you not to be inspired to be brave, to be free, and to be curious. PopSugarFrom the worldwide bestselling author of Eat Pray Love and City of Girls: the path to the vibrant, fulfilling life you ve dreamed of. Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration and empowerment from Elizabeth Gilbert s books for years. Now this beloved author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity. With profound empathy and radiant generosity, she offers potent insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She asks us to embrace our curiosity and let go of needless suffering. She shows us how to tackle what we most love, and how to face down what we most fear. She discusses the attitudes, approaches, and habits we need in order to live our most creative lives. Balancing between soulful spirituality and cheerful pragmatism, Gilbert encourages us to uncover the strange jewels that are hidden within each of us. Whether we are looking to write a book, make art, find new ways to address challenges in our work, embark on a dream long deferred, or simply infuse our everyday lives with more mindfulness and passion, Big Magic cracks open a world of wonder and joy. 288 pp. Englisch.