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Thugs, a term used interchangeably with “gangsters” at times, are hardcore outlaws of the street, and like most criminals, tend to find strength in numbers. As it turns out, the Thuggee, the group that influenced this now controversial word, is far more fascinating than one might have imagined. The Thuggee explores both the etiological myth and origin story of this prolific cult of murderous bandits, and takes an in-depth look into its practices and their ultimate demise.

The world is filled with mysteries, and even in the modern age, much of the planet remains unexplored. The depths of the oceans and the intricate and extensive cave systems that honeycomb some parts of the Earth are still largely unknown. Thus, it should come as no surprise that when it comes to this terra incognita, people have projected all sorts of ideas.

One of World War II's most crucial struggles happened in the realm of the unseen, inside the human mind, and amid the invisible flow of radio waves. Every war is a battle of wits as intelligence-gathering, tactics, and strategies clash, from the level of individual action up to the grand, overarching schemes of generals and statesmen. Intelligence took on a freshly urgent aspect in World War II, however, as the fate of nations came to hang on the struggle to decrypt vital enemy communications.

Divine Encounters is a collection of inspirational short stories with the full intention of drawing you closer to God, as you discover life and some of its solutions through the characters as their stories unfold before you. Feelings of joy, heartache, amusement, fear, forgiveness and grace are but a few of the emotions captured in the stories.

Are you looking for a way to revitalize your body, shed pounds, repair your mind, and achieve a long life of health and vigor? Do you struggle with stubborn weight, prematurely aging skin, and brain fog that no amount of dieting or working out can cure? Intermittent fasting is the answer! For thousands of years, human beings have lived without the chronic inflammatory illnesses that have now begun to ravage our health, sap our energy, and destroy our minds.

Set in a not-so-distant future USA, a socialist mass movement is growing fast and strong enough to win the national elections, rise to power, and implement a radical socialist regime. Conservatives, feeling threatened and deeply alarmed, set out to seize power in order to avert it, establishing a brutal dictatorship.

War has always led to prisoners. In ancient times, many were turned into slaves by the victorious armies, while in medieval Europe, they were often returned to their families in return for a ransom, leading to fortune or poverty depending upon which side one was on. By the Napoleonic era, as armies grew in size and professionalism, many were kept in camps for the duration of the fighting, their captors not wanting to restore their enemies' manpower while the fate of nations hung in the balance.

Machine learning is fast becoming an important technique used by multiple industries, and in applications and research. But you don’t have to be part of a massive organization with an endless pot of money to get involved. Even beginners using the Python programming language can be a part of machine learning, and that is what this book is for. Today, the only limit to machine learning is your imagination. In this book, I provide you with an overview of machine learning and some practical work to get your hands dirty.

Throughout the history of warfare, the practice of placing blame on innocent parties in order to justify attacking them has been a constant feature. In the 20th century, this practice began to be commonly referred to as a “false flag” operation. The essence of a false flag scenario is that it is conducted by one party or government and “made to appear as though another party sponsored it".

While the age of the mythical, ethereal musician fades with each new generation, Johnny Cash resided in American culture for more than 40 years as a folk legend. Steeped in the gospel, his tale always had the qualities of prophecy and retribution. Some remember Cash as a slack-jawed ballad master who took on issues like civil rights, sovereignty, and social justice. Others recall his youth as a folk outcast who sang the lord’s music during the day and trashed hotel rooms at night. No matter which way you take it, Cash defined the word enigma.

With a concise exploration of the remarkable world of blockchain technology, this thought-provoking biography dispels the myths and mysteries behind Ethereum, retracing the fascinating life and career of key founder Vitalik Buterin. Breaking down this intriguing field into a simple approach that beginner crypto investors and tech enthusiasts can understand, The Biography of Vitalik Buterin illuminates the origins of Ethereum, providing an unparalleled glimpse into the man who made it happen.

With a straightforward and down-to-earth introduction to the fascinating world of mobile homes, this complete handbook offers you an easy-to-digest approach to investing in your first mobile home. Ranging from firsthand insights and anecdotes to practical advice on buying, selling, renting, and flipping a wide variety of mobile homes, Mobile Home Investing for Beginners reveals how you can tap into this lucrative market and use it to achieve financial security. This guide will give you the confidence and knowledge you need to begin investing in mobile homes like an expert.

World War I, also known in its time as the Great War or the War to End all Wars, was an unprecedented conflict in terms of its sheer scale. Before 1914, flying machines were objects of public curiosity. By 1918, all the major belligerents were fielding squadrons of fighting aircraft. Bombs were dropped on Paris in August 1914, and Zeppelins bombed Belgian forces as the Germans advanced on Liège. Zeppelin raids on Britain would continue for nearly four years. These raids and the attempts to stop them would be carried out at the cutting edge of new technology.

On Islam and American Democracy is an articulation of Imam Mohammed’s commentary on why America and its ideal of democracy is the best place in the world today for Muslims to live out the ideals and principles of Islamic democracy as outlined in the holy book of Islam, the Qur’an, and the life and example of the Prophet of Islam, Muhammed, who lived a little more than 1,400 years ago.

Celebrants of the first Independence Day took little time to ponder the status of equality between the races. Primarily, their attention was taken up with the overthrow of a foreign colonial power, one not accomplished through the will of an overwhelming majority. The bold move shaped by colonial legislators and promoted to the colonies by the founding fathers represented a first-of-its kind emancipation, as no European colony had so completely faced down its mother country in a test of wills.

It’s the mid-1800s, and William Chestnut is thrown into an epic adventure that leads to betrayal, epidemic plague, Indian aggression, and a city on fire. What could go wrong? As he raises his family amidst the St. Louis Saints, William struggles to forgive those who have wronged him.

Attention residential contractors. Ever wonder how to get as many leads and sales as possible from your website? This book is for you. This is the ultimate guide on how residential contractors can make more money with their business by using a smart online presence. You'll find out secrets like how to build an effective lead-generating website, get listed on search engines to start driving leads to your website, and more!

Caring for young children is one of the most challenging tasks a parent will ever face. No matter how much you love your child, there will be moments filled with frustration, anger and even desperation. Over the years the amazing effective strategies of Positive Discipline has helped to raise happy, well-behaved, and successful children. This book will teach you the needed techniques for your children to develop the life and social skills you hope for them...such as respect, problem-solving abilities, and self-discipline.

What if you could prove that Santa Claus was real? And what if Old Saint Nick's reaction to this was, well, less than jolly?

The Marketer's Guide begins by looking at basic marketing precepts and tackling the many kinds of markets and sales methods that exist today. Without losing sight of fundamental principles, Maziar then describes how these elements combine to form a successful sales system that is as simple as it is effective.