Gangster Redemption: How America's Most Notorious Jewel Robber Got Rich, Got Caught, and Got His Life Back on Track
Larry Lawton - 2012
Larry and Peter show the world a life of a straightforward, no excuses man who refused to let a broken system keep him down. Think "Goodfellas," only better."Gangster Redemption" tracks Larry's life growing up in the Bronx, his connection to organized crime, and how he went on to steal over 15 million dollars in jewels, ultimately landing himself in one of America's most brutal maximum-security prisons where he was exposed to unbelievable torture.Through reading this book, readers will discover:a vivid account of Larry's crimes and how he managed to evade law enforcement and the FBI for nearly six yearsa secret life of corruptionthe truth about prison life, what is lost, how to avoid and dissolve bad associations, and how to turn ones life aroundhow Larry developed the #1 program in the country designed to steer teens away from a life of crimeLawton's Reality Check Program is nationally recognized and used by judges, law enforcement, government officials, attorneys, and parents all over the country. It has kept thousands of teens and young adults from going to prison. His success rate is incredible and well documented. So is Larry Lawton's story.
The Explainer
Slate Magazine - 2004
Often inspired by events in the news, the "Explainer" column asks the questions we never think to ask, or that we're too embarrassed to admit we don't know how to answer. Filling in these overlooked blanks of our daily lives, the book provides memorable tidbits for conversations, further rumination, or important context as we follow current events from day to day. Full of fascinating information about unlikely but important subjects, The Explainer will entertain and inform anyone who has ever stopped to wonder who runs Antarctica, how cell phones can reveal your location, or whether one can live off lizard meat.
The Ultimate Guide To IELTS Writing
Parthesh Thakkar
The book covers all the topics that are important while studying for the exam.the ultimate guide to ielts writing is divided into four sections that each deal with the academic writing test task 1, general training writing task 1, general training writing task 2 and a list of linking words or cohesives.the book also contains more than fifty sample answers of ielts academic writing task 1 and general training writing task 1 while general training writing task 2 has more than 200 sample answers. These sample answers will help to give the reader a brief understanding about the type of questions asked and the perfect way to answer them. Each of these sections also contain a step by step guide and several tips on what you should do and what you should avoid while answering the questions. The book is so organised that it also provides the reader with a proper structure to follow while answering the questions. It even contains writing band descriptors.the ultimate guide to ielts writing is perfect for students who are appearing for the exam and need to train for it. The book also contains a few pages in the book dedicated to recommendations of other books that you can refer to while preparing for the exam. The book is available in paperback format. About the author: parthesh thakkar has authored and published two books: the ultimate guide to ielts speaking and the ultimate guide to ielts writing. He is currently working as a visa consultant for students and immigrants who want to study and/or settle in canada, australia, nz, uk, south africa, georgia, spain and singapore. He is also an ielts, toefl trainer.
You are the Best Friend
Ajay K. Pandey - 2017
No amount of medication or therapy seems to help him as he struggles with his grief. He has only one wish—he wants to immortalize his wife. Then, he meets Anisha, who is shocked at Ajay’s hatred towards God. How can a person hate God? Where would that hatred lead him? Anisha is ready to judge Ajay harshly, when a simple, caring and guileless gesture changes her perception of him. So begins the journey of two people who are poles apart. A journey which will change their outlook towards life. A bittersweet tale, told very simply, by a man who lost everything, except his ability to find humour in the world. This is the story of Ajay who finds a second lease of life. What helps him? A friend? Or the love that he finds again?
Bestselling author Ajay Pandey takes you on another emotional rollercoaster with his scintillating new book that will reaffirm your faith in life.
Stories of Ourselves: The University of Cambridge International Examinations Anthology of Stories in English
University of Cambridge - 2008
Stories of Ourselves is a set text for the Cambridge Literature in English courses at IGCSE, O Level, AS and A Level. The anthology contains stories by writers from many different countries and cultures.
Financial Accounting (South)
T.S. Reddy
The book house of Margham publications presents, Financial Accounting (South).
Storm
Colbie Kay - 2020
Take care of her, protect her, get her to talk, that was my only responsibility as the vice president.But I let the job become personal and developed my own agenda: keep her and claim her. Even though I know I shouldn't, I've let her live in fear just to keep her close.HavenStorm has been my protector, my savior, the man I have fallen for. He's all I need in this world besides my sister, or is he? I'm starting to wonder what's really true. Has he really tried to help me, or has he kept me right where he wants me? It's time for both of us to get the answers we seek.
SSB OIR : Complete Guide to Stage 1 SSB interview
DDE-DEFENCE DIRECT EDUCATION
It contains all kinds of verbal and non verbal topics asked in SSB. These topics have easy explanations to introduce you with the variations. Further, the book has ample amount of practice sets with detailed explanation. It has some of the never answered explanation to curious questions related to Stage 1. It also includes secrets to picture perception, narration and GD. Lastly, link to practice slides is also available at the end for download. No doubt, the book is a key to SSB screening.
Sanjana's Seduction
Chetna Khanna - 2019
As she tries to recover from Rohit’s corrosive impact on her life, Sanjana reaches out to her sister Radhika for solace. With Radhika's help, Sanjana rediscovers the pleasures of casual sex and in doing so, rediscovers her own sexuality and happiness.
Twenty Four Hours in the Life of a Woman & The Royal Game
Stefan Zweig - 2006
'Twenty-four Hours in the Life of a Woman' is the story of a middle-aged English widow who travels through Europe to escape loneliness and boredom.