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Sure, you can learn English with a language course or a textbook just fine, and climb up the ranks in terms of your grasp of the language....but are you sure you can talk like a native? For starters, many expressions used by fluent speakers of English can’t exactly be learned in a book, and it can be frustrating to realize that your formal learning hasn’t been enough to teach you the way people talk in real life. Sometimes, it’s all about having the right tools at your disposal...and this is where The Great Book of American Idioms comes in!

Have you been trying to learn Japanese and simply can’t find the simple way to discover new words? Are you tired of having to pore through boring textbooks and complicated material that you don’t really understand? Are you looking for a way to learn the language more effectively without taking shortcuts? If you answered “Yes!” to at least one of those previous questions, then this book is for you! We’ve compiled the 2000 Most Common Words in Japanese, a list of terms that will expand your vocabulary to levels previously unseen.

Hundreds of movies and thousands of books have been written about the heroes of World War II. For dozens of years, however, few people knew about one of the greatest heroes of the war - a mild-mannered, eccentric mathematician from the University of Cambridge. This man, an undeniable genius whose later life was plagued by controversy and tragedy, probably played a greater role in the eventual Allied victory than anyone else. Until quite recently his contribution to the war effort was barely recognized. This is his incredible story.

Do you want to be “ahead of the curve” in business vocabulary in time for your next big company meeting? Do you want to “get the ball rolling” on improving your communication with employees, employers, and possible clients who will work alongside you? In the world of business and finance, proper communication is key to achieving success, expanding your frontiers, and reaching your goals.

Meet the economic architects behind the world's most exciting political movement, and gain insight into their platform. Policymakers, informed voters, and those who need to know what the future holds for their country, must listen to this audiobook. The New School of Economics discusses a future in which incomes can be raised dramatically through elegant policy solutions, and was published before other attempts at such a comprehensive platform were made (such as Andrew Yang's platform and publication).

In the year 1917, in a mountainous region at the center of Portugal, the Mother of God appeared six times to three young children. Elsewhere on the continent the “Great War” raged, that would cost Europe an entire generation, over 37 million lives. Besides sending her own sons to die (in France and North Africa) Portugal was in political chaos at home. There was a dizzy succession of governments following a revolution in 1910.

You may have found the best teacher in town or the most incredible learning app around, but if you don’t put all of that knowledge to practice, you’ll soon forget everything you’ve obtained. This is why being engaged with interesting learning material can be so essential for somebody wishing to learn a new language. Therefore, in this book we have compiled 20 easy-to-follow, compelling, and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to improve your grasp of the wonderful Japanese language.

Las Vegas was the Mob's greatest venture and most spectacular success, and through 40 years of frenzy, murder, deceit, scams, and skimming, the FBI listened on phone taps and did virtually nothing to stop the fun. This is the truth about the Mob's control of the casinos in Vegas like you've never heard it before, from start to finish.

The incredible forgotten story of the WWII female bomber regiment. From 1942 until the end of World War II, the Soviets had a secret weapon: Women. The 588th Night Bomber Regiment was one of the most decorated units; each member had flown more than 800 missions by the end of the war, and 23 were awarded the Hero of the Soviet Union (the highest distinction). Despite all the awards, the unit is largely forgotten now. This audiobook looks at the history of one of the most daring aviation units ever commissioned.

One of the toughest languages to learn, it’s never been easy to find story material in Chinese.… However, we’ve created a book that will change all of that. Language learning isn’t just about lessons or practice – it’s about consistency. You may have found the best teacher in town or the most incredible learning app around, but if you don’t put all of that knowledge to practice, you’ll soon forget everything you’ve obtained. This is why being engaged with interesting material can be so essential for somebody wishing to learn a new language.

Dealing with certain students can turn your smile off in a few seconds, unjustly sending your whole day up in the air. Feeling attacked by some students who should be showing you the right respect can be one of the most frustrating (and embarrassing) things that can happen to you. Unfortunately, today, the education of some children is absolutely nonexistent, often due to absent, or even submissive, parents. In fact - just like you - millions of teachers find themselves playing an incorrect game, in which only the opponent can make all his moves.

Are you aspiring to lead a team or a group of people? Are you already a leader who wishes to bring out the best in your employees? Read on to know how you can excel in being a leader, incorporating the emotional skills. The goal of the audiobook is simple: The audiobookook is a perfect guide to help in improving the leadership skills with the help of emotional intelligence. It lets the listeners know about emotional intelligence and various historical references related to the same.

During their professional lives spent caring for, writing about, and riding horses, top equestrian experts Marty Becker, Audrey Pavia, Gina Spadafori, and Mikkel Becker have witnessed some amazing stories about the bonds between people and their beloved equines - true stories of love, loyalty, laughter, courage, connection, and camaraderie. This audiobook compiles amazing true stories that will make you laugh and cry as you celebrate how much horses bring to our lives emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

Jeff Coats was incarcerated at the age of 14 and sent to adult prison for 17 years. Released in 2011, he quickly became a successful real estate broker. This book covers his story (and the stories of others who have succeeded against all odds), told through the perspective of a life philosophy that emphasizes changing your mindset to change your life. Drawing from his own experiences, Jeff has introduced eight principles for living a better life - a life that puts you on the path to achieving your biggest goals. 

The tranquil continent of Andalon descends into chaos when pirates and outlaws form an alliance against tyranny. Warfare ensues as they uncover dark secrets involving a superior society, and centuries of stability unravel under the watchful eye of magic-wielding Falconers. This sect of administrators captures and farms children who can potentially manipulate the elements, and the eerie specters steal the latent telepathic abilities for their own use.

Fasting is a cleansing, a washing of the spirit. It cleanses the mind, knocks down ego, and raises humility. Fasting is a positive good, a washing rain leaving the air clear, therefore, the mind crisp, the haze in the mind gone with perception, no different than looking to a sky without clouds. As high as the sky is, fasting from the heart is as deep, in that it brings prayer deeper still because it comes forth more deeply from the heart.

Here’s how you can engineer your career in just 13 simple steps! When it comes to landing your dream engineering job, you cannot afford to be unprepared. Remember, this next job interview might be that crucial first step towards your ultimate goal: A successful career in engineering. That’s exactly why you need a plan that will help you avoid common pitfalls, promote your skills, and sell yourself as the perfect candidate. Discover the complete guide to landing a job in engineering.

Those feelings of depression and anxiety that prevent your relationships and work performance in a valid and manageable way can be managed in order to achieve the necessary balance in your life. You will begin to understand what lies behind your problems, what techniques to use to learn how to manage your moods and in general how cognitive behavioral therapy can help you overcome your problems.

God has always dealt with men in a way consonant with their nature - by drawing them to His Holy Will by promises of reward. It was so with His dealings with the chosen people under the Old Dispensation. It was the way of Christ in the New, promising even a hundredfold return for compliance with His desires. And so it is in the history of the revelation and propagation of the devotion to the Sacred Heart.

Do you dream of retiring and making a living as a writer?  The goal of this book isn’t to tell you how to write your story. There are plenty of books on that. The goal of this book is to help you with that next step in the journey. Publishing it. And by publishing it, I don’t mean helping you find a publisher or agent who will do the heavy lifting for you - I mean helping you do it yourself through self-publishing and bring home the income most writers only dream of!