Book type: non-fiction (1192)


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Letters to a Young Gymnast

Letters to a Young Gymnast by Nadia Comaneci EN

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Country: Europe / Romania flag Romania
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If there were such a thing as an "elder" stateswoman in women's gymnastics today, Nadia Comaneci would win that title as readily as she once won gold medals. Olga Korbut came before her, and many other medalists would follow, but none has ever been as dominant in winning the hearts of millions around the world. With grit and determination, Nadia Comaneci ushered in a new era for women's sports, one where young girls could vault into the arena of superstardom. Even today, almost thirty years after her greatest triumphs, you need only mention the name "Nadia" and gymnastics fans know instantly w... continue

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Letters to a Young Muslim by Omar Saif Ghobash EN

Rating: 5 (1 vote)
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**A New York Times Editor's Pick** From the Ambassador of the UAE to Russia comes Letters to a Young Muslim, a bold and intimate exploration of what it means to be a Muslim in the twenty-first century. In a series of personal and insightful letters to his sons, Omar Saif Ghobash offers a vital manifesto that tackles the dilemmas facing not only young Muslims but everyone navigating the complexities of today’s world. Full of wisdom and thoughtful reflections on faith, culture and society. This is a courageous and essential book that celebrates individuality whilst recognising it is our shared h... continue

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Letters to a Young Novelist by Mario Vargas Llosa EN

Rating: 5 (1 vote)
Country: South America / Peru flag Peru
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In the tradition of Rilke's "Letters to a Young Poet," Mario Vargas Llosa condenses a lifetime of writing, reading, and thought into an essential manual for aspiring writers, revealing in the process his deepest beliefs about the world of letters. A literary apprenticeship in eleven letters, by the internationally acclaimed master of the novel In the tradition of Rilke's Letters to a Young Poet, Mario Vargas Llosa condenses a lifetime of writing, reading, and thought into an essential manual for aspiring writers, revealing in the process his deepest beliefs about our common literary endeavor. ... continue

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Lettres à un jeune poète et autres lettres by Rainer Maria Rilke FR

Rating: 5 (1 vote)
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En 1903, Rainer Maria Rilke entame une correspondance avec un jeune homme de vingt ans, Franz Kappus, un élève du prytanée militaire, qui lui a envoyé ses premiers essais poétiques. Plusieurs lettres suivront, sue Kappus publiera en 1929, trois ans après la mort de Rilke. Ces textes sont devenus immédiatement célèbres et comptent parmi les plus beaux de Rilke ; au fil du temps et des réponses, ils composent une superbe méditation sur la solitude, la création, l'amour, m'accomplissement de l'être. Au-delà de ce recueil, d'autres lettres ont été ajoutées, adressées à Lou Andréas-Salomé, Friedric... continue

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Lichtungen : Roman by Iris Wolff DE

Rating: 4 (1 vote)
Country: Europe / Romania flag Romania
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Shortlist Deutscher Buchpreis 2024 »Du hättest zurücksehen müssen, dachte er, allein um zu wissen, ob sie sich nach dir umgewandt hat.« Zwischen Lev und Kato besteht seit ihren Kindertagen eine besondere Verbindung. Doch die Öffnung der europäischen Grenzen weitet ihre Lebensentwürfe und verändert ihre Beziehung für immer. Voller Schönheit und Hingabe erzählt Iris Wolff in ihrem großen neuen Roman von zeitloser Freundschaft und davon, was es braucht, um sich von den Prägungen der eigenen Herkunft zu lösen. ... continue

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Life : Selected Quotations by Paulo Coelho EN

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This collection of selected quotes from Paulo Coelho's impressive body of work is a must–have item for fans of this celebrated and internationally bestselling author. A beautiful book with four–colour artwork by the renowned Norwegian artist Anne Kristin Hagesaether, it contains inspirational quotes from such beloved Coelho titles as Eleven Minutes, The Valkyries, The Devil And Miss Prym, The Zahir, and the mega bestseller The Alchemist. Whether read in one sitting or savoured gradually, this is a visually stunning and enlightening look into Coelho's extraordinary perspective on life –one that... continue

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Life Without Limits : Inspiration for a Ridiculously Good Life by Nick Vujicic EN

Rating: 3 (1 vote)
Country: Oceania / Australia flag Australia
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ECPA BESTSELLER—Over one million copies sold! • What Would Your Life be Like if Anything Were Possible? Born without arms or legs, Nick Vujicic overcame his disabilities to live an independent, rich, fulfilling, and “ridiculously good” life while serving as a role model for anyone seeking true happiness. Now an internationally successful motivational speaker, Nick eagerly spreads his message: the most important goal is to find your life’s purpose and to never give up, despite whatever difficulties or seemingly impossible odds stand in your way. Nick tells the story of his physical disabilities... continue

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Light in Gaza : Essays for the Future by Jehad Abusalim, Jennifer Bing, Mike Merryman-Lotze EN

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Country: Asia / Palestine flag Palestine
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Light in Gaza gathers a collective Palestinian vision of what a future Gaza could be.

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Light on Pranayama : The Definitive Guide to the Art of Breathing by B. K. S. Iyengar EN

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Country: Asia / India flag India
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The definitive guide to yogic breathing from B.K.S. Iyengar, the world's most respected yoga teacher.

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Like a Love Story by Abdi Nazemian EN

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Country: Asia / Iran flag Iran
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Stonewall Honor Book * A Time Magazine Best YA Book of All Time "A book for warriors, divas, artists, queens, individuals, activists, trend setters, and anyone searching for the courage to be themselves."--Mackenzi Lee, New York Times bestselling author of The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue It's 1989 in New York City, and for three teens, the world is changing. Reza is an Iranian boy who has just moved to the city with his mother to live with his stepfather and stepbrother. He's terrified that someone will guess the truth he can barely acknowledge about himself. Reza knows he's gay, but ... continue