Mean (Mehr als 24.000 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. On assignment for Earth Illustrated magazine in Northern Pakistan, Monica Cross stumbles upon a deadly secret that makes her the target of a dark web outfit known as the Greenwich Global Group. As they dispatch a team of hired assassins to ensure she never makes it home to New York, Rōnin Phythian-once considered the most lethal man alive and long presumed dead-emerges from self-exile in his remote African camp and vows to save her life, while taking down the brutal hit squad for good. At the same time, freelance blogger (and former Washington Post reporter) Carter Logan gets word that the wreckage of the airplane crash that killed his fianc has finally been found, and vows to bring justice for all those who died-and revenge to those who killed her. Spanning ten time zones, nine countries, and four continents, Greenwich Mean Time is a tightly spun thriller that plays out against a violent plot designed to change the course of history forever.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Steve Jobs, Dov Charney, Lance Armstrong, Donald Trump. Each one has reached the pinnacle of American success. Is it because they were ambitious visionaries and talented entrepreneurs? Most Americans would say yes to both. But what else do they have in common?They're known for being mean.Though heralded as great leaders, each of these men and many more have also been exposed as toxic, raging, and manipulative. Yet, because America loves a winner, we look past even the most outrageous behavior from our heroes if it generates a gold medal, a windfall IPO, or a political victory. But at what price does our complicity come? And what role does gender play--is meanness at this level reserved for men?Drawing on author Mark Lipton's extensive experience as adviser to major corporations, start-ups, government agencies, and not-for-profits, Mean Men synthesizes decades of psychological research to expose what really drives this subset of America's leaders. As surprising as it is alarming, the book reveals dark truths about a psychological disorder that rules many of our boardrooms, and challenges the status quo with a more effective humanistic approach to leadership.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. The BBC Between the Covers Book Club Pick 'Sentence by sentence, Ben Hinshaw offers wit, sensitivity and sharp observation. Then slowly the reader sees the grand design - the intricate, braided storylines, sustained with energy and relish. It is entertaining, and something more - truly involving, like a whole novel sequence cleverly condensed' Hilary MantelSurrounded by the dramatic beauty of Guernsey, a teenager discovers a secret and finds his betrayal has the power to ruin adult lives. In London, a marriage shot through with infidelity leads to a quest for revenge, resulting in a series of simultaneously comical and catastrophic events. And in California, as wildfires threaten landscapes and lives, a young veteran struggles with the trauma of war, seeking solace at a local ranch.In this extraordinary debut, a cast of characters grapple with unexpected betrayal, the loss of innocence and the lies we tell. With sharp insight, Ben Hinshaw illuminates the unnerving nature of what it means to grow up, to be a teenager playing at adulthood and an adult playing games.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. 'A beautifully written emotional story to make you laugh and cry' - Jacqueline WilsonThe problem with Wales, he thought, was that it was too far away.But that was the point. To leave Southend behind. To get so far that no one would think to look for them there.Max wants to be just like his dad - fun, loud and strong.Instead, he always seems to be accidentally getting into fights and breaking things.But when his dad starts bringing home mysterious boxes, even more mysterious wads of cash starts turning up.Then Dad disappears. And it's up to Max to look after his sisters until he comes home.When they run away to a remote village in Wales, he's convinced that no one will find them.He's Max Kowalski. Of course he can look after three kids with no grownups around!Although, he can't stop thinking about where Dad really went. And the whispers of a golden dragon, asleep under the Welsh mountains.A funny and exquisitely written story, perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Ross Welford.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. This handy bedside book, packed with dream descriptions and their meanings, as well as fascinating facts about the brain and sleep, will help you pinpoint what your subconscious is trying to tell you quicker than waking up from a dream where you are butt naked.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Bold, practical strategies that will shatter the glass wall in the workplace, and boost any woman's career.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Bartholomew (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Real-life sexual dreams of both men and women, from the romantic and sensual, to the very sexy, and the bizarre.

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Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Quinn Littleton was a mean girl--a skinny blonde social terrorist in stilettos. She was everything Emma MacLaren hated. Until she died.  A proud geek girl, Emma loves her quiet life on the outskirts, playing video games and staying off the radar. When her nightmare of a new stepsister moves into the bedroom next door, her world is turned upside down. Quinn is a queen bee with a nasty streak who destroys anyone who gets in her way. Teachers, football players, her fellow cheerleaders--no one is safe.  Emma wants nothing more than to get this girl out of her life, but when Quinn dies suddenly, Emma realizes there was more to her stepsister than anyone ever realized.  A meaningful and humorous exploration of teen stereotypes and grief, Dead Little Mean Girl examines the labels we put on people and what lies beyond if we're only willing to look closer.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Ladies- Here's to claiming what's ours, one affirmation at a time Because I Said So provides one hundred affirmations throughout five categories- Self-love, Gratitude, Career, Peace + Positivity, and Environment. Boss up, throw on some lipstick, and affirm your way to your dream life.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. We all dream, but our dreams often seem to be bizarre and confusing experiences that make little sense to us, no matter how much we try to analyse them. This title explains why you dream them, and suggests how you can use them to help you realise your cherished hopes and aspirations in everyday life.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Steve Jobs, Dov Charney, Lance Armstrong, Donald Trump. Each one has reached the pinnacle of American success. Is it because they were ambitious visionaries and talented entrepreneurs? Most Americans would say yes to both. But what else do they have in common?They're known for being mean.Though heralded as great leaders, each of these men and many more have also been exposed as toxic, raging, and manipulative. Yet, because America loves a winner, we look past even the most outrageous behavior from our heroes if it generates a gold medal, a windfall IPO, or a political victory. But at what price does our complicity come? And what role does gender play--is meanness at this level reserved for men?Drawing on author Mark Lipton's extensive experience as adviser to major corporations, start-ups, government agencies, and not-for-profits, Mean Men synthesizes decades of psychological research to expose what really drives this subset of America's leaders. As surprising as it is alarming, the book reveals dark truths about a psychological disorder that rules many of our boardrooms, and challenges the status quo with a more effective humanistic approach to leadership.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Level 3: Reading Alone From the earliest stages of sounding out words to the excitement of reading a whole book without help, Ready-to-Read books open up a world of possibilities to children at three different levels: Level 1: Starting to Read Level 2: Reading Together Level 3: Reading Alone Pinky and Rex's neighbor Mrs. Morgan isn't really a mean old witch. But she sure acts like one, yelling and waving her broom around every time the kids step onto her lawn. Now she's taken their ball, just because it accidentally rolled into her yard. So Rex and Pinky and Pinky's sister, Amanda, come up with the perfect trick to play on the Mean Old Witch. But somehow, seeing Mrs. Morgan sitting all alone in her living room makes Pinky think getting even isn't such a good idea after all. He tries a different plan, with results that surprise the kids as well as their neighbor. Sweet, Melissa (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Is everything in the Bible true? Why are there bad people in the world? Can't God stop them? Why do I need to learn to read, write, and speak Hebrew? Why do we fast on Yom Kippur? Where do we go after we die? This classic reference--updated for the 21st century--provides answers to more than 180 questions that Jewish children most frequently ask about their faith. The authors cover not only the basics of Jewish belief, custom, and practice but also the kinds of questions that arise from the unique way that children view the world, such as "Will the Messiah have superpowers like Batman or Superman?" And perhaps most important for our time, What Does Being Jewish Mean? tackles the knotty philosophical questions that often leave parents stumped for quick and appropriate responses.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The titles in the "Mr Men Little Guides" series offer a dry, ironic and witty take on a range of subjects like DIY, food, fitness and management. In this book, Mr Mean gives his tips on management.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Bold, practical strategies that will shatter the glass wall in the workplace, and boost any woman's career.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Description The possibilities of where we can go when we decide to go alone are endless. This is the roadmap of one dreamers' adventures into the core of their truths and their best self. This personal account of reflection, growth and goal-chasing will inspire young adult readers to forge ahead toward adulthood and stimulate mature minds to realize dreams deferred or gain traction on their bucket-list for living. The Journey Through a Thousand Lies is a unique and thought-provoking approach to empowerment, sure to spark conversation and internalization. Laced with the authors memories and infused with poetry, this is a work of heart truly designed for the people. This trail is sure to lead to further self-discovery, triggering vivid moments of clarity and even memories of prior routes which lead the reader to the space affording them this treasure. Full of realistic ideologies, candid points of view and real-world reference, the dialogue guarantees a bold approach and encourages the reader to live, and enjoy the journey, every step of the way. DuBois, Marcus (illustrator).…

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Zustand: Good. According to University of Washington paleontologist Peter D. Ward, all but one of the major extinction events in the history of the world have been brought on by climate change-the same global warming that occurs today. In Under a Green Sky, he examines the causes of the Permian extinction, an event more than 200 million years ago so cataclysmic that it destroyed more than 90% of all species and nearly 97% of all living things. This near-total devastation was caused by a warming of the earth due to rising levels of carbon dioxide. Ward explains how that extinction, as well as four others, happened, and then applies those chilling lessons to the present day, showing how the ancient past may hold the key to earth's future.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Rotten Apple Books: Unexpected. Unforgettable. Undead. Get bitten! If Megan thought life at her new boarding school was going to be easy, she was dead wrong. All the students have the same mysterious virus--one that's slowly turning them all into zombies. The teachers at Zombie Academy are lifeless and the food stinks. Literally. And worst of all, the clique of popular mean girls who rule the school have already decided that Megan's dead to them. All Megan wants is to get back to her old school and her old friends. But until a cure is found, she'll have to figure out how to survive middle school.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Rotten Apple Books: Unexpected. Unforgettable. Undead. Get bitten! If Megan thought life at her new boarding school was going to be easy, she was dead wrong. All the students have the same mysterious virus--one that's slowly turning them all into zombies. The teachers at Zombie Academy are lifeless and the food stinks. Literally. And worst of all, the clique of popular mean girls who rule the school have already decided that Megan's dead to them. All Megan wants is to get back to her old school and her old friends. But until a cure is found, she'll have to figure out how to survive middle school.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Rotten Apple Books: Unexpected. Unforgettable. Undead. Get bitten! If Megan thought life at her new boarding school was going to be easy, she was dead wrong. All the students have the same mysterious virus--one that's slowly turning them all into zombies. The teachers at Zombie Academy are lifeless and the food stinks. Literally. And worst of all, the clique of popular mean girls who rule the school have already decided that Megan's dead to them. All Megan wants is to get back to her old school and her old friends. But until a cure is found, she'll have to figure out how to survive middle school.…