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Catching all the fascination and humour of travel in out-of-the-way places, One's Company is Peter Fleming's account of his journey through Russia and Manchuria to China when he was Special Correspondent to The Times in the 1930s. Fleming spent seven months with the "object of investigating the Communist situation in South China" at a time when, as far as he knew, "no previous journey had been made to the anti-communist front by a foreigner", and on its publication in 1934, One's Company won widespread critical acclaim.

In der Waldheimat erinnert sich Rosegger an die ersten zweieinhalb Jahrzehnte seines Lebens...

For neoclassical economists, Homo economicus, or economic human, represents the ideal employee: an energetic worker bee that is a rational yet competitive decision-maker. Alternatively, one could view the concept as a cold and selfish workaholic endlessly seeking the accumulation of money and advancement - a chilling representation of capitalism. Or perhaps, as Peter Fleming argues, Homo economicus does not actually exist at all. Fleming presents this controversial claim with the same fierce logic that launched his Guardian column into popularity.

Best-selling crime writer Peter May joins Gabriel Fleming in the Audible Studios to discuss his latest chiller.

Mit über 15 Millionen verkauften Büchern und Übersetzungen war Rosegger neben Jules Verne der meistgelsesene Schriftsteller seiner Zeit...

For most travellers, and all merchants, the road from China to India lies as it has lain for centuries, through Singkiang along that ancient Silk Road which is the most romantic and culturally the most important trade route in the history of the world. In 1935 Peter Fleming set out to travel that route, from Peking to Kashmir. It was a journey which swept him and his companion 3500 miles across the roof of the world. It took them seven months to complete the journey.

Building a legacy is not about your name on a building. In this book, authors Fleming and Jansen describe how to make a legacy goal and discuss the value of difficult physical challenges like hiking the Camino de Santiago as a way to examine virtues, values, and a code of ethics so that legacy oriented people can think through how they want to live out their legacy.

On 16 July 1940, Hitler issued Directive No. 16, setting in motion Operation Sea Lion: his plan to invade England. The success of Operation Sea Lion hinged entirely on the destruction of the RAF and the Royal Navy, but even as Hitler's plans swung into action and England, barely recovered from Dunkirk, rallied her defences, the Battle of Britain began and in just a few months Germany had lost all hope of dominating England's skies and with it, the key to the invasion. On 17 September, 1940, Hitler postponed Operation Sea Lion indefinitely and the entire episode faded from memory.

In 1925 Colonel P. H. Fawcett embarked on a journey into a dangerous and largely unexplored region of Brazil in search of a fabled lost city and was never seen again. Journalist Peter Fleming's interest in Fawcett's disappearance led him to answer an advertisement to join an expedition to explore the rivers of Brazil with the aim of ascertaining the explorer's fate. Though Colonel Fawcett's disappearance remains a mystery to this day, Peter Fleming's wild adventure in the jungles of Brazil is recognized as one of the 20th century's best-loved travel classics.

In one year Admiral Kolchak fell from being Supreme Ruler of All the Russias to the victim of a show trial. This text traces his downfall, whilst providing a broader history of Russia in a time of crisis and revolutionary change.

In April 1932 Fleming replied to an advertisement in the personal columns of The Times: “Exploring and sporting expedition, under experienced guidance, leaving England June to explore rivers central Brazil, if possible ascertain fate Colonel Percy Fawcett; abundant game, big and small; exceptional fishing; Room Two More Guns; highest references expected and given.” The result of this trip was Brazilian Adventure, his best known book. Fleming kept traveling and published nine books altogether.

In June 1900 the foreign legations at Peking were attacked by troops of the Boxer rebellion and Imperial Chinese troops. The ensuing siege lasted 55 days and shook the world. In this work, Peter Fleming traces its history and impact.

A collection of Peter Fleming’s essays written for The Spectator.

Peter Fleming, brother of James Bond author Ian Fleming, was one of the greatest adventurers and travel writers of the 20th century and author of several classic and best-selling books. This is the first paperback edition. It presents an exciting adventure that could never be made today - it will appeal to all interested in the region.

What is a gift worth? Does it depend on the gift itself or on what the gift means to the person receiving it? An uplifting short story about an unwanted gifts' impact in the lives of the ones that encounter the gift. These lives experienced life-altering circumstances that thrust them into the depths of despair, where they remained. The gift reveals a new hope and so, the choice is theirs; to stay where they are, or to receive the gifts' inspiration to finally live.

Very silly comedy about lost TV classics. Retired BBC children's pioneer Peter Fleming searches for his legendary missing programmes. Features episode reconstructions, surviving clips, and almost no cries for help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Getting your first pet is a big step, and it requires a lot of responsibility. Filled with easy-to-understand text, these books give kids an introduction to all the tasks involved with pet care. This volume inclues Birds, Cats, Chinchillas, Dogs, Fish, Gerbils, and Guinea Pigs.

Getting your first pet is a big step, and it requires a lot of responsibility. Filled with easy-to-understand text, these books give kids an introduction to all the tasks involved with pet care. This volume includes Hamsters, Hermit Crabs, Horses, Lizards, Rabbits, Rats, Snakes, and Turtles.

Furry and feathered friends abound in this fun series! These simple introductions to common pets engage beginning listeners. Which is your favorite pet?

In Family Pets, beginning listeners are introduced to young characters as they care for their family pets. Repetitive sounds help first-time listeners develop listening skills while learning about the responsibilities, challenges, and fun that come with caring for a family pet.