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A groundbreaking guide to rejecting the default path and designing your dream life—a life centered aroundThe 5 Types of Wealth. Launch your journey to fulfillment with this transformative system from inspirational writer of “The Curiosity Chronicle” newsletter, speaker, and entrepreneur Sahil Bloom.Harsh truth: You’ve been lied to. Throughout your life, you’ve been slowly indoctrinated to believe that money is the only type of wealth. The reality: Your wealthy life may involve money, but in the end, it will be defined by everything else.InThe 5 Types of Wealth, Sahil Bloom offers a transformative guide for redesigning your life around five types of wealth—Time Wealth, Social Wealth, Mental Wealth, Physical Wealth, and Financial Wealth—that will lead to a durable satisfaction and happiness you can build and maintain across the seasons of your life.Whether you are a recent college graduate, mid-life warrior, or a retiree, this playbook will unlock new levels of freedom and fulfillment, i

In an epic historical story that talks directly to our times, Cross and Dragon dramatizes the life of one of the most famous Western figures in China: Italian Jesuit Matteo Ricci. Sent by the Pope in the late 16th century to convert the Chinese Emperor, Ricci was faced with a “mission impossible” as China in the Ming Dynasty did not allow foreigners to enter the country.

The twelfth Branches early chapter book featuring everyone's favorite pug, Bub, and his human, Bella!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Bub is so excited to perform in Bella's pet choir with Duchess and Luna. But then Bub hurts his leg and he has to wear a BIG BAD CONE! He's crushed that the cone doesn't match his costume. Can Bub's friends convince him that the show must go on?With full-color artwork throughout, this funny and charming diary-format early chapter book is perfect for anyone who believes a furry pal is the best kind of friend.

America's favorite series returns with a new look and a Netflix TV show.It's official — Mary Anne's father and Dawn's mother are getting married! The Baby-sitters think it's so romantic, especially since Mr. Spier and Mrs. Schafer first fell in love when they were in high school.But nothing can top Mary Anne and Dawn's excitement. They want a huge wedding with beautiful dresses, lots of presents, and a five-layer cake. After all, this isn't just any wedding. Mary Anne and Dawn are going to be baby-sitters, best friends, and sisters, too!

Bo and the unicorns meet a majestic griffin who is guarding an ancient secret in this early chapter book from the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Owl Diaries!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!In this eleventh book in the USA Today bestselling Unicorn Diaries series, a terrible storm ruins homes all across Sparklegrove Forest. Bo and the unicorns go to the castle to seek help from Queen Juniper. They learn there is an ancient spell that can restore everyone's homes. But in order to perform that spell, they need to find a cave of ancient gold that is guarded by a mythical creature. Will Bo and the other unicorns be able to save the forest? With full-color artwork through

This beautiful box set includes all three books in Suzanne Collins's internationally bestselling Hunger Games trilogy together with The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. This paperback edition features gorgeous sprayed edges with stencilled artwork. This is a breathtaking collectible perfect for the long-time fan or new Hunger Games reader."I was so obsessed with this book. . .. The Hunger Games is amazing." Stephenie Meyer, author of the Twilight saga "I couldn't stop reading." Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly "At its best the trilogy channels the political passion of 1984, the memorable violence of A Clockwork Orange, the imaginative ambience of The Chronicles of Narnia and the detailed inventiveness of Harry Potter." New York Times Book Review Pre-order Sunrise On the Reaping - the fifth Hunger Games book - releasing March 2025 There is only one rule: kill or be killed. In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded b

抽象水影照片的構圖比畫家畫出的抽象畫更自然與奇特，因為它是水的波動畫出的，又因為它是照片，所以也比抽象畫更精細，這是現代新奇美妙的藝術作品。Because my abstract water image photographs are based on water waves, I believe each photograph is more unique and natural than any painting art. More precise and delicate than a painting too because it is a photograph. I hope readers can enjoy this new, amazing contemporary art from this book.

Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.Series features:

Growing Up is a collection of poetry surrounding themes of love, life, and loss. This is an exploration of what it means to learn about the world and ourselves.內容為青少年成長歷程，如壓力、愛情、及對死亡的看法，以及對女權主義、希臘神話的反思.

《泥與火的藍調 － 從唐代藍彩瓷到元代青花瓷》 The Blues of Clayand Flame The Blue-and-white from the Tang Dynasty to Yuan Dynasty 以物讀史，博古通今，辨真識偽，鑑知中國古代青花瓷的誕生、成長與興盛。從歷史、工藝技術、材料與藝術風格等等角度，剖析其藝術風格與文化意涵。 作者以多年的鑑識與研究經驗，行旅中國各地古代窯場遺址以及海內外各地著名的博物館，蒐集了青花瓷樣本與圖文資料，也親自參訪了從事高仿青花瓷的工藝師們，更結合了目前最新的考古成果與知識，結合理論與實務經驗匯聚於本書，對提升欣賞的素養與收藏鑑識的眼光，有著一定的助益。 ◆提升欣賞的素養與收藏鑑識的眼光 本書的撰寫是作者在台灣師範大學藝術史研究所以及阿賴耶藝術講堂的「文物鑑定學」課程的教學講義為基礎，在出版社的邀請之下，加入了更多更新的資料使其內容更為豐富，同時加入許多圖片，並在文字上加以潤飾，捨棄一般冗長而晦澀的學術寫作方式，力求行文順暢，深入淺出。

《愛自己的力量（中英文對照）》願意愛自己就會愛自己更多，那種由內在自然而然所散發肢體語言，是最純真也最被接受的，這樣的「愛自己」，當然可以愛別人。反向思考，人生無限寬廣！I will love myself more, if I am willing to love myself. Such body language emitting naturally from within is the most naive and acceptable.We can love others if we “love ourselves” in such a way.We can enjoy an infinitely immense life, if we think in a reverse way!愛自己的起點：從內心出發《愛自己的力量（中英文對照）》是許立田先生又一部充滿正向能量與深刻反思的作品。透過中英文對照的方式，書中探討了如何認識自我、愛自己，並進一步將這份愛延伸至他人與世界。全書架構清晰，分為六個部分，從自我探索到愛的傳達，最終指向內在成長與對世界的關懷。作者從最基本的「愛自己」開始，帶領讀者透過認識自身優缺點、照顧健康、建立自信與人生規劃等方式，奠定自愛的基礎。在此基礎上，書中強調「愛的傳達」，探討擁抱、文字、行動與心靈感應等不同層面的愛的表達。隨著書籍的深入，作者進一步帶領讀者思考「自我修煉與成長」，其中「我是三歲小孩」、「音樂滋潤心靈」、「哭、蛻變與成長」等章節，讓讀者從不同的角度審視自己，並學習如何從經驗中成長。接下來的「反向思考、無限寬廣」則引導讀者以更開放的思維看待世界，挑戰傳統思維定勢，例如對年齡、成就、學歷等價值觀的重新審視。後兩部分「認識自己、提昇內在」與「大自然心靈之旅」，進一步將個人層次的愛擴展到更深遠的生命思考與自然體悟，使讀者在與自己和解的同時，也學會與世界和諧共處。 書中哲理與實踐性：許立田的寫作風格溫暖而富有啟發性。他以簡單易懂的文字，搭配富有哲理的思考，讓讀者能夠輕鬆理解「愛自己」的真正意涵。特別值得一提的是，書中不僅提供了理論性的思考，也穿插了許多實際的方法，例如如何透過改變習慣、培養積極態度來達成內在成長。 雙語對照的特色與價值：本書的另一大亮點是中英文對照的編排方式。這不僅讓讀者在閱讀中文內容時，也能透過英文版本進一步思

由母親巧吟與七歲女兒芮熙創作的《我的萬能機器人》，是一個充滿想像力的故事，描述一位小朋友夢想發明一台能做所有事情的機器人，從做家務到陪伴成長，它無所不能。然而，最後主角驚訝地發現，這台機器人他其實早就認識！這是一本充滿溫馨與幽默的繪本，讓孩子與父母一同體會愛與感恩的美好。EnglishCreated by mother Charlene and her 7 year old daughter Audrey, “My Super-Duper Robot” is an imaginative story about a child who dreams of inventing a robot that can do everything—from household chores to daily tasks. This amazing robot becomes an indispensable companion, but in a heartwarming twist, the child realizes the robot resembles someone very dear! This charming picture book is a celebration of love, gratitude, and the magic of family bonds.◎代理經銷：白象文化更多精彩內容請見http://www.pressstore.com.tw/freereading/9786269935000.pdf

太麻里圖幅（以下簡稱本圖幅或本區）位於中央山脈南部，主要出露板岩與一部分片岩。這個區域最早的調查是宇佐美衞與松本隆一（1940）的大武山圖幅（比例尺十萬分之一）。光復後，顏滄波（Yen, 1970）曾經進行板岩層的區域地質調查。探勘知本溪至金崙溪的地熱資源，工業技術研究院能源與礦業研究所（1984）也出版一張小比例尺地質圖；之後，本區有一些地質構造相關的研究（Lu et al., 2001；Chang et al., 2009；徐乙君，2008；林啓文等，2010）。另外，有孔蟲的研究結果，圖幅內大多數板岩層的時代為中新世（Chang and Yen, 1958；Chang, 1970）。中央地質調查所為了執行「易淹水地區上游集水區地質調查與資料庫建置」計畫，進行圖幅內高山地區的一些路線調查（中興工程顧問股份有限公司，2009），並完成一張「太麻里」圖幅區域的地質草圖（比例尺五萬分之一），提供編製本圖幅的重要基本資料。圖幅內部分河流不易溯溪調查，因此在編製本圖幅過程中，作者未到達的區域是採用前人的資料：知本溪上游，一部分採用大武山圖幅（宇佐美衞與松本隆一，1940）的調查資料，可惜的是該圖幅並未附說明書；大南溪上游與知本溪中游，是採用顏滄波未發表的路線地質底圖以及出版資料（Yen and Yang, 1991）；知本主山附近，部分採用陳其瑞（臺灣省礦務局，1986；Chen, 1998）的調查資料。太麻里溪中上游至知本溪上游、北大武山及東斜面等，是採用中興工程顧問股份有限公司（2009）「易淹水地區上游集水區地質調查」的原始路線地質資料，加以編繪而成；他們的地質師在調查過程中拍攝許多附有座標的野外照片，提供岩性組合的參考與比對。中央山脈東斜面，屬於大武山自然保留區的部分（範圍如圖1），山路與林道等不再修復，因此大南溪、知本溪源頭區域更難以到達，資料相對稀少，有待日後再作補充。林偉雄、高銘健、梁勝雄、范力仁、莊釗鳴、林揚閔等先生協助野外地質調查，作者敬致謝忱。

This rich and enjoyable book recounts the tangled, dynamic encounters through which Asia has influenced Europe and North America over centuries'A rich history… Harding writes with energy and insight, wearing a tremendous amount of learning lightly' - Rana Mitter, Financial TimesThis rich and enjoyable book by the acclaimed author of Japan Story explores the many ways in which Asia has influenced Europe and North America over centuries of tangled, dynamic encountersFrom the time of the ancient Greeks onwards the West's relationship with Asia consisted for the most part of outrageous tales of strange beasts and monsters, of silk and spices shipped over vast distances and an uneasy sense of unknowable empires fantastically far away. By the twentieth century much of Asia might have come under Western rule after centuries of warfare, but its intellectual, artistic and spiritual influence was fighting back.The Light of Asia is a wonderfully varied and entertaining history of the many ways in

Book 2 in the next official illustrated Minecraft children’s gaming fiction series, new for 2025 – perfect for kids aged 6, 7, 8 & 9!A group of friends go on an amazing Minecraft adventure to save a friend while also navigating the halls of their new school – the Ironsword Academy!The Ironsword Academy is the third series of official Minecraft chapter books that are perfect for readers 6 to 9 and Minecraft fans of all ages!Morgan, Ash and the rest of the team discover that their new friend Eek has travelled into the Nether alone. Well, not exactly alone – there’s a hostile skeleton that Eek thinks is his friend following him every step of the way! To make matters worse, in the real world, the team gets stuck in detention, leaving Ash to go after Eek alone.Find out what happens in this epic series that takes a group of intrepid Minecraft players on amazing journeys, where they solve problems and unravel mysteries in the real world and in the world of Minecraft.

An irresistible series about chosen family, high stakes thievery, and what it really means to do good. Perfect for fans of M.G. Leonard and Anthony Horowitz.It’s Gabriel’s fourth year at Crookhaven School for Thieves, and it’s the most challenging one yet. Along with mastering a new class – Lay of the Land – Upper Delinquents are supposed to start thinking about life after Crookhaven. Their schoolwork is beginning to have real world implications, and this year’s Break-In challenge is set in an external location known to be impenetrable – the Impossible Fortress.But the world outside their school grounds can be a dark and dangerous place. And with the most powerful crew in the underworld, infamously known as the Nameless, out to get Gabriel and his friends, the stakes have never been higher.The crew need to put everything they’ve learned so far to the test outside of Crookhaven’s gates. But there may be something lurking within those gates that the crew should be wary of too…The fourth

The Famous Five are back as a new group of kids head to Kirrin Island to help crack the mystery of the forgotten treasure. Join the Famous Five in this brand-new adventure by bestselling author Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton and featuring original and new characters.'A rip-roaring delight. Captures the spirit of Blyton with a fresh, fun new story.' Anna James, author of Pages and Co and Alice With a WhyCan the new Famous Five catch the thief and find the forgotten treasure before it's too late? Join the original Famous Five and a new group of children in this thrilling adventure series by bestselling author Chris Smith, inspired by Enid Blyton.When Fran, Tom, Maddy and Gilbert the dog stay with Professor George Kirrin for the holidays, they soon find themselves caught up in a robbery of a top-secret treasure map. Professor George will have to tell them about an old case of the Famous Five if they're ever going to catch the thief and rescue the forgotten treasure...The Famous Five

Fans of Pokémon won't want to miss this cool graphic novel with 2 new stories!This 128-page, full-colour graphic novel includes two stories jam-packed with adventure and Pokémon battles.First, Ash is determined to help his friend's mum who has been taken by a mysterious Ultra Beast through an Ultra Wormhole! But when he finally reaches her, only a Z-move can get her back. Is Ash up for the challenge? Then, Ash takes on his first assignment as an Ultra Guardian on an action-packed Ultra mission!With tons of art on every page from the animated show airing on Disney XD, this comic book is the perfect new format for Pokémon fans.

Grab your pens and pencils and embark upon your very own LEGO® Star Wars™ adventure with this awesome colouring and activity book. Bring your own choice of colours to heroes, villains, starships, droids and all your favourite characters from Star Wars: The Mandalorian™. There are fun puzzles to complete, too!© & TM 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2024 The LEGO Group.

TheSuzumesaga reaches its climax in this thrilling adaptation of the worldwide blockbuster hit by Makoto Shinkai, director of5 Centimeters per SecondandYour Name!Suzume and Souta catch up to the capricious godDaijinafter chasing him all over Japan, only to find that the earthquake-inducing Worm he was meant to seal away has broken free of its final binds. As certain disaster threatens to decimate Tokyo,Soutaasks Suzume to help him make the ultimate sacrifice and take Daijin’s place in the Ever-After. Now, desperate to save Souta from an eternity in the cold,Suzumesets off on one last trip back to the site of her greatest tragedy in hopes of digging up memories that could provide the key to rescuing Souta—and to the door to her destiny.

**《間諜學徒：麥克斯的秘密任務》** ⭐ **驚險刺激 × 幽默冒險 × 魔幻奇遇** ⭐ **德國正變得危險，猶太少年麥克斯被迫搬到倫敦。** 孤身一人的他，竟發現肩上多了兩位不速之客——一隻頑皮的哥布林與一個碎念不休的幽靈。可麥克斯心中只有一個目標：**回到柏林，找到父母！** 他的計劃？**成為英國間諜！** 在二戰倫敦，他將展開一場膽大妄為的間諜行動，與時間競賽，直面戰火與陰謀…… **紐伯瑞榮譽作家 Adam Gidwitz 全新歷史冒險小說！** **幽默、奇幻、緊湊劇情，適合所有熱愛冒險的讀者！**“Max in the House of Spies is everything you could hope for in a book,” -R. J. Palacio, #1 New York Times bestselling author of WonderFast-paced and hilarious, with a dash of magic and a lot of heart, the first book Adam Gidwitz's thought-provoking World War II duology is now available in paperback!Max Bretzfeld doesn’t want to move to London.Leaving home is hard and Max is alone for the first time in his life. But not for long. Max is surprised to discover that he’s been joined by two unexpected traveling companions, one on each shoulder, a kobold and a dybbuk named Berg and Stein.Germany is becoming more and more dangerous for Jewish families, but Max is determined to find a way back home, and

The first in a hilarious middle-grade series about a whip-smart inventor and amateur sleuth with a taste for adventure—a recipe for fun sprinkled with mystery, villainy, silliness, heart, and hope.Bridget Baxter is the very last orphan at the Orphanage for Errant Childs, left at the mercy of the awful Ms. Acrid and her foul-smelling fish sandwiches. Ms. Acrid's mission is to make Bridget's life a misery. But Bridget is more than a match for her.When kindly Mr. Vanderpuff arrives at the Orphanage in search of a child to care for, Bridget thinks her luck has finally turned. Mr. Vanderpuff is the village baker, and his shop is a world of wonders. But they soon discover that Bridget is absolutely terrible at baking. When Ms. Acrid returns for the ultimate revenge, Bridget must open the Locked and Secret Door, navigate Ms. Acrid's spiderweb of booby traps, and use her unique baking skills to save herself—and Mr. Vanderpuff—from certain disaster.Join Bridget as she dons her chef whites and g

Follow the brilliant Bridget Vanderpuff on a thrilling new adventure as she investigates the mystery of the ghost train haunting her town—perfect for fans of Katherine Arden and Beth Lincoln!Belle-on-Sea is getting ready for the Night of the Hungry Ghosts, the most frightfully fun time of the year. Mr. Vanderpuff's bake will be the centerpiece of the whole parade, but he needs a new creation and he's totally stumped. To make matters worse, salty old seadog Captain Lufty and his Hat Rat, Barry, have warned that something is coming to Belle-on-Sea. Something terrible…After a ghost train is seen rattling into town, people start to go missing—first the librarian, then the mayor. Bridget and Tom begin tracking the train's tracks, delighted to be in the thick of another mystery.Then the unthinkable happens: the ghost train takes Mr. Vanderpuff! Someone—or something—is out to destroy Belle-on-Sea. But they've forgotten one important detail… This is Bridget's town.

A brand new psychological thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden!The nightmare she's running from is nothing compared to where she's headed.Tegan is eight months pregnant, alone, and desperately wants to put her crumbling life in the rearview mirror. So she hits the road, planning to stay with her brother until she can figure out her next move. But she doesn't realize she's heading straight into a blizzard.She never arrives at her destination.Stranded in rural Maine with a dead car and broken ankle, Tegan worries she's made a terrible mistake. Then a miracle occurs: she is rescued by a couple who offers her a room in their warm cabin until the snow clears.But something isn't right. Tegan believed she was waiting out the storm, but as time ticks by, she comes to realize she is in grave danger. This safe haven isn't what she thought it was, and staying here may have been her most deadly mistake yet. And now she must do whatever it takes to save herself--and he

Rafe is finally getting a taste of the cool life – but his problems are red-hot. Rafe Khatchadorian has never been cool. But all that changes when he becomes the guitarist in an awesome rock band and wrangles a part-time job at Hills Village's trendiest new coffee shop slash yoga studio.No more being at the bottom of middle school food chain – Rafe is finally going to be popular!He just has two teeny problems: the awesome rock band is led by none other than the school bully. And the band actually isn't awesome – they absolutely stink, and Rafe has to whip them into shape for the Best Band Competition. With Rafe's newfound coolness on the line, will he find a way to hit the stage in style, or is he doomed to dorkdom forever?

《臺灣創業型大學之發展：理論與個案》這本專書詳細闡述了臺灣創業型大學的發展歷程，從理論基礎、政策與組織發展、商業化策略的分析，與成功要素的剖析，均有深入探討。本書回顧了發展創業型大學相關的8大重要理論，其中包括：(1)三絞螺旋創新模型（Triple-Helix Model of Innovation）、(2) 體制理論（Institutional Theories）、(3) 科學治理（Governance of Science and Technology）、(4) 科技經濟學（Economics of Science and Technology）、(5)學術創業（Academic Entrepreneurship）、(6) 產學合作（Industry-University Relation）、(7)寬裕資源論（Organizational Slacks）、與(8)組織雙元（Organizational Ambidexterity）等理論內容。書中提出的研究架構包括創業型大學的三個前置因子、四大商業化策略及其綜合性績效評估。前置因子涵蓋體制、組織及個人層面；商業化策略則包括專利活動、技術授權/移轉、產學合作及新創事業。研究指出，這些商業化策略間的相互影響對創業型大學的教學－研究－商業化績效至關重要。書中分析了遠東科技大學（已更名為中信科技大學）、國立臺灣科技大學、逢甲大學、國立清華大學及國立交通大學（已更名為陽明交通大學）五所大學的案例，深入解析各校在推動創業型大學過程中的前因、過程及對各校發展成創業型大學的結果與影響。整體而言，本專書具備豐富的理論基礎，還結合了實務個案，希望為推動創業型大學的研究者，以及大學研發、產學合作、技術移轉與創新育成主管和政策制定者，提供參考和借鑒。

一堂市值兩兆美元的領導課為什麼亞馬遜能成為全球電商龍頭？讓企業成長、創新的最簡單答案：亞馬遜的14條領導力原則領導力是解決各種商業挑戰時，最一致且可歸因的關鍵因素。從亞馬遜的大小專案，了解全球電商龍頭亞馬遜的經營管理成功法則，為自己的職涯、公司再創高峰。作者6週內經歷23場面試後入職，從無到有打造獲利比重超過五成的「第三方平台」，後成功將亞馬遜的經營管理觀點活用於美國《財富》五百大企業。本書揭露亞馬遜如何在數位顛覆時代競爭，發展多元觸角，持續啟動成長飛輪的祕密。◎讓亞馬遜穩坐神壇的方法：持續實踐、打磨、活用領導力原則原則是亞馬遜年度績效考核的標準，是對（潛在）領導者的期望，是讓所有員工都擁有和領導者一樣腦袋的方法。貝佐斯不錯過大小教育員工的機會，讓原則不只是海報上的標語，而是切實活用於亞馬遜的每個角落、每場例會、每個面試、每個層級的核心精神和所有辯論、決策。◎第一條：客戶至上（Customer Obsession）透過三大支柱：價格、選擇性和可取得性，維持客戶需求，是公司持續成長與創新的基礎。透過把空椅子帶進會議室，提醒團隊聆聽客戶聲音。讓生產線立刻停工的安燈繩制度，是強迫員工注意內、外部客戶需求的手段。將廣告費改為免運，願意犧牲公司短期利益，養出鐵粉。◎第二條：主人翁精神（Ownership）員工當公司的主人，是平衡企業長期承諾與短期成果的方法。透過合約、服務水準協議和罰則，持續、主動的溝通管理、辨別依賴對象（同事、團隊、外部供應商、合作夥伴），為結果負責。◎第三條：發明與簡化（Invent and Simplify）作者認為亞馬遜最重要、最具特色的原則。建立創新平台，將複雜的流程變簡單。第三次才成功的亞馬遜商城，高度整合複雜的基礎系統，創造無縫、簡單，讓賣家和客戶都滿意的平台，是此原則的最佳典範。◎第四條：決策正確（Are Right, A lot）高度容忍犯錯，但不接受重蹈覆轍或因錯誤原因導致的失敗。貝佐斯主張PPT無法促成團隊深入思考，因此禁用，由撰寫六頁的紙本報告取代。同時，以未來新聞稿和運用即時數據指標來養成卓越的判斷力。◎第六條：選賢育能（Hire and Develop the Best）員工代表公司，為避免招募不適任員工和收拾爛攤子，採取極端嚴格的徵才標準。「抬桿者」是代替貝佐斯維持聘用標準的最後一道防線。薪酬政策專注於提升A+員工的正面影響力。◎

Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book, perfect for curling up with and getting cosy!Penguin Books edition - updated with exclusive new drawings!Step into the calm and comforting world of Girl Moments, with 45 unique illustrations to help you pause and take in the little joys – from a warm cup of tea in the morning to cosying up in bed with a book. Drift away into the soft, soothing vibes and rediscover the simple comforts that make every day a little brighter. Girl Moments has sweet and irresistible images for colouring fans, and also includes:45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativityLarge, bold designs that are easy to colourConvenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhereCrisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to lifeSuitable for children.

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!NPR 2024 "Books We Love" Selection"Shuster crafts an intimate account of the Russian invasion, which vividly captures Zelensky's transformation from a clean-cut funnyman into a war hero out of central casting." --New York Times Book Review; Editors' Choice Selection"The Showman surpasses all similar efforts to date and is set to be the standard by which all other works on Mr. Zelensky and Ukraine's wartime politics will be judged." --Wall Street JournalA monumental account of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the forging of a leader, The Showman provides an insider's perspective on the war reshaping our world, based on unprecedented access to Volodymyr Zelensky and the high command in Kyiv.Time correspondent Simon Shuster chronicles the life and leadership of Volodymyr Zelensky from the dressing rooms of his variety shows to the muddy trenches of Ukraine's war with Russia. Based on four years of reporting; extensive travels with President Zelensky to th

In the HeightsmeetsFront Deskin this heartwarming and funny illustrated story about the friendship between a bodega owner's kid and his newly-adopted furry friend, with a focus on family and community.Miguel Rosado wants nothing more than to see and draw the world… or, at least anywhere beyond the four walls of his family’s bodega in Washington Heights. Too bad his mami and papi have him working long hours after school, hoping he’ll appreciate the sacrifices they’ve made to keep the store afloat. For street-savvy and newly-adopted cat Lolo, that sounds just perfect if it means he’s far, far away from the hungry, lonely nights he once spent in the freezing cold outdoors.But when Miguel ditches his responsibilities and lies to his parents about joining art club, his dream of juggling it all comes crashing down. Lolo will have to decide if he's willing to be there for his new friend Miguel through anything―even venturing back into the frightful outdoors and busy New York City sidewalks. C

With a colorful cast of characters and a cellar full of wine, anything can happen--from murder to a second chance at love--in Jenny Elder Moke's half mystery, half romance adult debut set at a lavish destination wedding. A high-end wedding on a private island off the coast of Seattle sounds like something out of a magazine. But for bestselling mystery author Kate Valentine, it's more like a nightmare. Why Kate agreed to attend her ex-fianc?s wedding is its own enigma, but she'll plaster on a fake smile for two nights, with the aid of free champagne, naturally. And because the groom happens to be her editor, she'll try to finish a draft of her latest Loretta Starling mystery as a wedding gift. But when the bride is poisoned and Kate stumbles across a dead body, she finds herself in a real-life mystery that eerily echoes the plot of her latest novel. And the only person who seems willing to help Kate catch the killer is Jake Hawkins, aka: the Hostralian; aka: Kate's biggest romantic regr

A 12-year-old girl wins an invitation to train as an apprentice to immortals in the first book of the new must-read magical series destined to take the world by storm—perfect for fans ofAmari and the Night Brothers, SkandarandEragon.Let the competition begin!“A new classic fantasy adventure.”—Eoin Colfer, author of the internationally best-selling Artemis Fowl seriesAn outsider in her village above the cloud sea, 12-year-old orphan YeungZhi Ging’s only hope of escape is to win the single invitation to train as aSilhouette: an apprentice to the immortals. After her ill-fated attempt toimpress the Silhouette scoutleads toa dragon attack on the jademountain, Zhi Ging is sure that her chances, and her life, are over. Butthe scout spots her potential and offers her protection and a secondchance. She’s in.In herlessons in Hok Woh, the underwater realm of the immortals,Zhi Ging must face the challenging trials set by her teachers to prove thatshe’s worthy of being a Silhouette—despite her riv

薇兒特在戰火中成長，也在選擇中堅定。隨著敵人逼近，她必須離開保護她的城牆，尋找新的力量與真相。這趟旅程，充滿未知與危險，但也是她守護所愛之人的唯一希望。《第四翼》《鐵焰》後的全新篇章，作者以細膩筆觸，描繪出在黑暗中尋找光亮的勇氣與信念。DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT:Get ready for the breathtaking follow-up to global phenomenons Fourth Wing and Iron Flame from the no. 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros.ARE YOU READY TO BRAVE THE DARK?After nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there's no more time for lessons. No more time for uncertainty. Because the battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their ranks, it's impossible to know who to trust.Now Violet must journey beyond the failing Aretian wards to seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre. The trip will test every bit of her wit, luck, and strength, but she will do anything to save what she loves - her dragons, her family, her home, and him.Even if it means keeping a secret so

The Alden children were searching for a home – and found a life of adventure! Beloved by generations of families, the second book in the Boxcar Children series—adapted into this Step 2 leveled reader—is full of wholesome fun, perfect for children who are learning to read simple sentences.The Aldens spend the summer on Grandfather's island! Joe, the island's friendly handyman, helps them with anything they need, but as the children continue to explore their summer home, they realize there is more to the island―and to their new friend―than meets the eye. Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner'sSurprise Islandchapter book, this early reader allows children to step into reading with a Boxcar Children classic.Step 2 Readersuse basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

每個人的內在都有看不見的能量正在流動著——我們稱它為陰性yyin.收錄了獨特且迷人的陰性敘事，主題圍繞當代尚未被充分挖掘及探索的性別議題，採中英雙語出版。本刊邀請LGBTQ+社群及關注相關議題的創作者們，與平面設計師合作，展開實驗性的視覺藝術創作。計畫團隊來自台灣，發起人Yagi相信，陰性是存在於每個人內在的流動能量，並與情感緊密相連，藉由反思個人身上具備的陰性特質，能幫助自身在多元性別的光譜中，取得身心的平衡及和諧。23位創作者及平面設計師參與第一期，背景多元，包含視覺及食物藝術家、表演藝術創作者、自媒體創作者、攝影師。首期以「陰性」為主題，講述8則超越傳統東方哲學的陰性敘事。 本期參與者：王昱惟、羅健宏、林明進、58kg、昶維、楊傑懷、古翔宇、黎偉翰、蘇河、張維佐、劉育齊、Dannison Wong、陳建威、楊慧欣、周語韜、郭于寧、陳楷恩、滕孟哲、王東岳、羅慶陽、垃圾文美少年、徐毅驊、漢娜Within each of us flows an unseen energy known as yyin.yyin. a bilingual English-Chinese art publication, captures and explores the enigmatic narratives of yin, and brings together the creative talents of the LGBTQ+ community and its advocates to develop experimental graphic artworks that express society’s gender diversity and provide a global platform for such stories to be heard.Originating from Taiwan, the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage, our team is inspired by traditional Eastern yin-yang philosophy. Founder, Yagi Wang, titled the publication yyin. reflecting upon the

尼羅河．三大金字塔．卡迭石戰役．克麗奧佩脫拉七世．英雄薩拉丁馬木路克王朝．穆罕默德．阿里帕夏．奧拉比運動．以阿戰爭．2011年埃及革命【本書特色】◎一冊認識埃及，穿越考古挖掘的遺跡與遺物，探索這片土地上數千年的錯綜複雜。◎全書依時間脈絡分成8個章節，各章均附小專欄，介紹各領域的埃及偉人。◎隨主題搭配簡易的地圖、好懂的關係簡表與生動插圖，不必死背，讀歷史也能像看話劇一樣有趣！提到埃及，你可能會想到壯麗的金字塔、神祕的人面獅身像以及法老的詛咒。但在這些古老的象徵背後，埃及的歷史是一部波瀾壯闊的文明史。從尼羅河畔的古埃及文明，到伊斯蘭時代的興衰。本書將帶你深入探索這片位於非洲與亞洲交匯處的土地，了解數千年來的歷史變遷。本書涵蓋了從古埃及王朝到現代埃及的各個重要歷史階段，揭示了這片土地上不同文化與宗教的交織與衝突，包括古埃及文明的輝煌，亞歷山大大帝與羅馬的統治、伊斯蘭教的傳播，以及近代的殖民統治與獨立運動……★★早期的埃及金字塔不是四角錐型？★★大家所熟悉的金字塔都是完整的四角錐型，但是最早期的金字塔其實是分6層的「階梯金字塔」，後來才建造出上半部與下半部傾斜角度不同的「曲折金字塔」，最後才固定成四角錐型。★★埃及國王其實是昔日的奴隸？★★13世紀統治埃及的埃宥比王朝，在戰爭中派出了「馬木路克」奴隸兵。其中一位將領擊敗了蒙古軍而聲名大噪，最後成為當時的蘇丹國王──拜巴爾一世。★★蘇伊士運河的收益歸英國所有？★★1869年，連接地中海和紅海的蘇伊士運河竣工。然而修建當時，埃及政府面臨財政困難，於是將經營運河的公司股票大部分都賣給了英國，導致建成後無法獲得收益。本書為所有對埃及歷史感興趣的讀者而寫，無論你是第一次接觸這段歷史，還是希望深入了解埃及的過去與未來，這本書都將帶給你豐富的故事與深刻的洞察。讓我們一起踏上這段歷史旅程，探索埃及的無盡魅力！

以孩子的眼睛看石器時代——糧食危機、家族嫌疑、神話與權力衝突，每篇故事都取材自真實歷史場景，節奏輕快、角色鮮明。搭配插畫與延伸學習內容，讓孩子在笑聲中了解人類最早的生活樣貌。'Deary's storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.' – The i newspaper on The Silver HandFrom the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Stone Age tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don't know they're history fans yet) aged 7+.The Great Flood Jay loves to listen to his grandfather's stories of the Great Spirit and the Earth Mother, but outside, danger is at their door. Food is getting scarcer, tribes are at war and the river water is rising...The Great Storm On the cold and windy island of Skara Brae, Tuk and his sister Storm are hunting. But when a thief steals half their tribe's winter food stores, it's up to the siblings to solve the mystery. What

小女孩 Liddy 興奮得睡不著，因為明天全家要去飲茶。就在飢腸轆轆之際，空氣裡飄來點心香氣，引她踏入一座真正的「點心宮殿」。蒸籠裡滿是包子、燒賣、餃子與糕點，她卻一不小心跌進了餃子餡裡，被廚師包成一顆「莉蒂餃」——還成了皇后御膳的主菜！X. Fang 以柔潤的色彩與細膩筆觸，描繪童年記憶中熱鬧又溫暖的飲茶時光，讓食物、家庭與文化交織成一道奇想的夢。・榮獲 2023 年 Society of Illustrators「Dilys Evans Founder’s Award」・入選 Chicago Public Library、Brightly 年度最佳繪本・2024 BRAW Amazing Bookshelf 精選作品WINNER of the 2023 Society of Illustrators' Dilys Evans Founder's AwardOne of Chicago Public Library's Best Board & Picture Books of 2023One of Brightly's Best Picture Books of 2023Selected in the 2024 BRAW Amazing BookshelfLiddy is too excited to sleep!Tomorrow she’s going to the Dim Sum Palace with her family, so when a tempting smell wafts into her bedroom, she has no choice but to follow it… to a real palace!There are dumplings, baos, buns and more tasty treats than one girl can possibly eat. But before Liddy can take a bite, she slips and falls into a bowl of dumpling filling. The chefs are so busy making dim sum, they don’t notice they’ve prepared a most unusual dish

【內容簡介】美國廣播公司（ＡＢＣ）著名評論員喬‧莫里斯說：「哈佛大學的影響力，足以支配整個美國！」這所美國歷史最悠久的大學，以不到4％的錄取率，培養出四十八位諾貝爾獎得主、四十八位普立茲獎得主、八位美國總統，是全世界的年輕人最想進入的夢幻學校！◎ 哈佛，不僅是一所大學的名字，更是一種品格與智慧的象徵！哈佛大學，這座有三百多年歷史的著名學府，是世界各國莘莘學子神往的聖殿和夢想的天堂，哈佛大學在人們的心中已經成為一個符號。人們渴望走進哈佛大學，不僅是因為哈佛大學的名氣，更重要的是哈佛人的思想魅力和文化精髓，正如哈佛大學著名教授威廉‧詹姆斯所言：「真正的哈佛是——無形的、內在的、精神的哈佛。」可以說，哈佛是一種品格與精神的傳承。◎ 哈佛大學——美國歷史最悠久的大學，被譽為「美國政府的智庫」。美國獨立戰爭以來，幾乎所有的革命先驅都是出自於它的門下，它被稱作「美國政府的智庫」，先後誕生了八位美國總統、數十位諾貝爾獎、普立茲獎得主，他們的一舉一動決定美國的政治走向與經濟命脈。它以超越實用性的長遠眼光，致力於文理融合的「通才教育」，致力於喚起對新思想、新事物的好奇心，鼓勵自由探索、自由審視、自由創造，並且因此而奠定它的名望和深厚根基。德克斯特拱門（Dexter Gate）是位於哈佛大學南面的校門，以其刻於門楣上的銘文「ENTER TO GROW IN WISDOM」，以及另一側的「DEPART TO SERVE BETTER THY COUNTRY AND THY KIND」著名，意思分別是「進入哈佛是為了增長知識」，以及「離開哈佛是為了給國家和人民提供更好的服務」，就可以體會到哈佛大學要傳達的理念與精神。

「原本該是史上最完美的生日，直到...每件事都失控了。」Daffodil 迎來了她的 8 歲生日。她決定這場派對必須是「閃亮等級」的完美，並列出了一份詳盡的生日清單。然而，她的家庭成員顯然不是最完美的神隊友：她的哥哥有一支名為「Toxic Waste」的糟糕樂團，而家裡的寵物一隻永遠處於飢餓狀態的格雷伊獵犬 Colin，這些都是派對的隱形炸彈...像是消失的生日蛋糕、樂團噪音、混亂的充氣城堡、以及一隻吃掉所有東西的狗...這本書精確捕捉了孩子對於「生日期待值」與「現實殘酷面」的落差。並教導孩子：即便派對一團糟，只要有家人和笑聲，依然可以是一個難忘的生日。Daffodil Patterson is a small girl with BIG plans - it''s really not her fault that they always seem to go wrong … The start of a brilliantly funny new series for young readers, from the author and illustrator of The Worst Class in the World, shortlisted for the Laugh out Loud Book Awards 2024.Soon-to-be eight-year-old Daffodil likes the dictionary, the middle bit in custard cream biscuits, and thinking BIG. She does NOT like her cousin Hugo Patterson-Dent, who has ten more gold stars than she does; the biscuit bit of custard creams (but that’s OK because her friend Nirmal-Next-Door eats that); or any sort of catastrophe. The trouble is that somehow Daffodil''s ambitious plans tend to go pear-shaped …Daffodil i