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        SNOWFLAKE RIVER

        A Voyage into the Great Spirit

        by Ben Ami Eliahu

        The Great Spirit – the common spirit of all mankind, which contains all its emotions and thoughts and enables their transition from one generation to the next – is in danger. It is bleeding. And the consequences can already be felt: a strange, ominous, body-cooling phenomenon is spreading throughout the world, causing a significant decrease in people’s body temperatures.  Omer, a sensitive and intelligent boy who suffers from this phenomenon, sets out to investigate it and gets caught up in a worldwide, multi-dimensional adventure. A scientist who has lost his memory reveals to him the spiritglow – the material that connects humanity with its mysterious roots. Obscure characters accompany Omer to the depths of our common memory and thought. They tell him of the all-important snowflakes, and teach him to look from high above into the infinite river of life, for only there, alone and from a distance, will he be able to understand a terrible secret. Snowflake River is an adventure story, yet at the same time it is an allegory of a world haunted by greed, and of the damage that has been inflicted on its delicate equilibrium. In this highly imaginative, surprising, and poetic story, the author describes the struggle between good and evil, old and new, free will and domination, while highlighting the power of simplicity, innocence, and love. This book is intended for adult and young readers alike.  Ben Ami Eliahu, 46, is married with one daughter. He lives in Israel and is the son of parents of Indian origin. The novel was mostly written in India, in a cabin within the heart of the forest; the creative process involved has made the author, a software designer by training, move to the country and start growing grapes... 310 pages, 14.5X21 cm

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        1988

        Pedalkraft

        Menschen, Muskeln und Maschinen

        by Herausgegeben von McCullagh, James C

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        September 2013

        Kolumbus' Erbe

        Wie Menschen, Tiere, Pflanzen die Ozeane überquerten und die Welt von heute schufen

        by Mann, Charles C. / Übersetzt von Kober, Hainer

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        October 2016

        Amerika vor Kolumbus

        Die Geschichte eines unentdeckten Kontinents

        by Mann, Charles C. / Übersetzt von Rullkötter, Bernd

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        Humanities & Social Sciences

        Yellow River

        Image Files of the Natural and Humanistic Heritages of China’s River Sources, III

        by Ge Jianxiong, Zheng Yunfeng

        In Chinese history, the Yellow River is much more than a river; it stands for the origins of Chinese civilization and is often referred to as "The Mother River". Image Files of the Natural and Humanistic Heritages of China's River Sources: Yellow River systematically records the nature, history, and humanity in the Yellow River Basin from the perspective of "visual anthropology". It contains a large number of precious photos taken in the 1980s, not only showing the originality, diversity, and uniqueness of the Yellow River culture but also strengthening the environmental protection awareness, which is considered of high cultural and historical value.   The series has three volumes: Memories of Mountains and Rivers, Memories of Old Days, and Memories of Ours. Memories of Mountains and Rivers records in images the geological features of the Yellow River from the source towards the sea and reveals the natural magnificence of the Yellow River. Memories of Old Days tells the rise and fall of Chinese history in the Yellow River Basin throughout thousands of years, from the primitive society to the feudal dynasties, from cultural relics underground to above-ground. Memories of Ours records the residence, grazing, farming, clothing, and sacrifice of the Chinese nation in the Yellow River Basin and reveals the cultural prosperity of the Yellow River Civilization.

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        September 2003

        Was würde Salomo tun?

        Die Weisheit des Alten Testaments für den Alltag von heute

        by Manz, Charles C; Manz, Karen; Marx, Bob

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        Business, Economics & Law
        May 2008

        The contemporary law of armed conflict

        by Leslie C. Green, Iain Scobbie, Jean D'Aspremont, Dominic McGoldrick

        Green's The contemporary law of armed conflict has been acclaimed as one of the most significant works on the law of armed conflict to appear in recent years. The first edition was adopted as a basic text by military institutions and educational establishments throughout the world and is among the most comprehensive and readable works on the subject. This new edition brings the work up to date, examining the significance of the World Court's Opinion on the legality of the nuclear weapon. It also considers the importance of such matters as the laser weapon agreement, the mines treaty and the jurisprudence of the two war crimes tribunals, that for the former Yugoslavia as well as for Rwanda, and assesses the role of the proposed International Criminal Court as it may affect the law of armed conflict. The book applies a practical as well as a theoretical approach, and draws on an extensive range of national and international practice. It is thus an indispensable reference for the armed forces and government defence organizations, as well as academics and students interested in the modern law of war. ;

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        1987

        Manhattan Blues

        Paris /New York - Reisen mit und ohne Rückfahrkarte

        by Charles, Jean C

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        1988

        Im Zickzack durch Paris

        Eine Liebesgeschichte von heute

        by Charles, Jean C

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        Business, Economics & Law
        July 2018

        The contemporary law of armed conflict (3rd edn)

        by Leslie C. Green, Iain Scobbie, Jean D'Aspremont, Dominic McGoldrick

        Green's The contemporary law of armed conflict has been acclaimed as one of the most significant works on the law of armed conflict to appear in recent years. The first edition was adopted as a basic text by military institutions and educational establishments throughout the world and is among the most comprehensive and readable works on the subject. This new edition brings the work up to date, examining the significance of the World Court's Opinion on the legality of the nuclear weapon. It also considers the importance of such matters as the laser weapon agreement, the mines treaty and the jurisprudence of the two war crimes tribunals, that for the former Yugoslavia as well as for Rwanda, and assesses the role of the proposed International Criminal Court as it may affect the law of armed conflict. The book applies a practical as well as a theoretical approach, and draws on an extensive range of national and international practice. It is thus an indispensable reference for the armed forces and government defence organizations, as well as academics and students interested in the modern law of war.

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        May 2024

        Breed Differences in Dog Behavior

        Why Tails Wag Differently

        by Renee L Ha, Tracy L Brad, James C Ha

        Humans have bred dogs for physical and behavioral characteristics for millennia. These efforts can have unintended side effects, however, which may be either advantageous or cause issues - such as a predisposition to certain medical complaints, or, controversially, behavioural issues. The scientific study of domestic dogs is still in its infancy, but public demand for this information is at a record high as more and more pet owners seek to understand their canine family members. Focusing on the behavioral differences and tendencies that have arisen in different breed lines, this book explores, summarizes, and explains the scientific evidence on what breed can tell us about behaviour - and, crucially, what it cannot. This book covers: - the impact of inbreeding, how it contributes to problematic behavioral issues such as anxiety and aggression, and how it potentially affects the future health of the breed; - the limits of predicting a dog's behavior based upon breed, individual differences within breeds, and thus the corresponding limitations of breed-specific legislation; - guidance for professionals to help their clients better understand behavioral issues, traits, and appropriate expectations around the right breed for their household. Providing a comprehensive and approachable view of the science behind breed-specific behaviors, this book gives dog enthusiasts from all professional and personal backgrounds a better understanding of why dogs do what they do, and how we can improve our relationships with our canine companions. Covering genetics, phylogeny of canids, temperament, aggression, social behavior, and the history of dog breeding, it is an important read for researchers, students, veterinary practitioners and animal behaviourists, as well as shelter staff, dog trainers, or anyone looking for a greater understanding of dog breed differences.

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