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SIDEWAYS TO THE TOP
₨ 2,195Do women lead differently than men? Are they inherently more nurturing? Do women rely on the “women’s network”, and is there really a glass ceiling that needs breaking?
Sideways To The Top is a unique, thought-provoking book that addresses these questions along with other long-standing assumptions about women. It chronicles the experiences of 11 women leaders some of whom are Australian icons who challenged the status quo and took alternative career pathways to the top.
The book also features discussions on the realities and current issues facing women through conversations with and essays by experts in career transitions and gender differences. Sideways To The Top brings case studies and expert analysis together into a practical checklist and action plan to help women navigate their careers and achieve success.
ISBN: 9781922129178
AUTHOR: NORAH BREEKVELDT
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ONLY GODS NEVER DIE
₨ 1,795A gripping adventure story based on real historic quests for the priceless buried treasures of ancient Egypt.
How do you lose an army of fifty thousand without a trace?
Napoleon’s invasion of Egypt turned into a treasure hunt with ancient sites plundered to enhance France’s museums and palaces. When, in 1799, Napoleon learned his position in Egypt was untenable due to the British blockade, Bonaparte ordered that the best gold and jewel encrusted loot be buried to be retrieved at a later date. In 1805, when the political situation allowed, Bonaparte organised a large caravan to set out in secrecy with armed escort into the Great Sand Sea, south of the Siwa Oasis to recover the treasure and transport it back to France. The entire caravan marched into oblivion, swallowed by a fierce sandstorm and lost without trace in a sea of burning sand.
Since then, others such as the memorable team of Carter and Lord Carnarvon have attempted to uncover the hidden secrets beneath the sands of Egypt and adventurers and amateurs have sniffed around like bloodhounds to uncover leads and pay locals for information. Negotiations were carried out with intrigue and clandestine deals to thwart rivals.
It is against this factual historic background that the two main characters of this story embark on a journey from Prague to Cairo and through the Sahara to the remote oasis of Siwa to fulfill a promise, to solve a mystery and avenge their uncle’s murder.
ISBN: 9781877096778
AUTHOR: KARL HUDOUSEK
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ATTACK ON THE BLACK CAT TRACK
₨ 2,495Seven Australians and one New Zealander set out on an epic adventure to trek Papua New Guinea’s remote Black Cat Track. As they make their first steps toward the track, they have no inkling of the disaster that will enfold them. Situated to the north of the Kokoda Track, the Black Cat Track is reputed to be much more demanding than its more famous neighbour, and these intrepid trekkers are keen to test themselves against its gruelling terrain. They share an avid interest in WWII military history, and with some excitement they learn that the Black Cat Track is littered with evidence of the savage battles between Australian and Japanese forces. The trekkers are also keen to experience the culture of the local people. Suddenly, events take a violent turn. Tribal tension erupts around them, and the trekking party is subjected to a horrifying attack. In its blood-stained aftermath a strong bond develops between the trekkers and the PNG porters. Ultimately, this is a story about culture shock, tragedy, heroism, generosity, and of an unlikely yet enduring bond of friendship that has develop out of a shared traumatic experience.ed traumatic experience.
ISBN: 9781925556018
AUTHOR: MAX CARMICHAEL