Frauds in the Pond


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A BESTSELLER IN THE MAKING Democristan-Where democracy becomes a mockery and political theories are fabricated as per personal will, the ultimate idea is about making money. The opposition leader Vikraman rules the state as the designated next Chief Minister when it happens… The arrival of a lovechild from the underground period of the communist leader turns the tables. In a night bus from Chennai to Trivandrum, an old man sits with his head packed in muffler looking down as a failed man in life. Who is he? A political satire of rare quality where social criticism is boundless. An original novel of unparalleled kind that laughs at behind the scenes in politics and media. Mumbai to Varanasi and Punjab to Kanyakumari, this pan-Indian novel takes you through the dens of frauds. For those who enjoyed The God of Small Things, Q and A (Slumdog Millionaire), and The White Tiger, another treat from Indian realities. The funny, shocking truths from the desk of an extremely experienced journalist.




The Fraud


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1765. Filipo di Vecellio of Florence, portrait painter, is the toast of London: rich, successful, and married to Angelica, known as the most beautiful woman in the city. Their Pall Mall home is the hub of the art world; their impressive social gatherings run so smoothly by Filipo's silent sister, Francesca. But beneath the surface, the house conceals a swarm of dangerous secrets. Where does Francesca di Vecellio go as the sun sets over Covent Garden? And why are there always candles lit in her attic, while no candles burn for her brother's exquisite wife? Within the bustling artistic lives of the di Vecellios hides corruption and lies; love and tragedy. And wild ambition unbalances the capital's art world as, finally, a wonderful portrait battles for the right to paint the truth . . .




Pond Life


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This eBook is best viewed on a color device. This guide describes and illustrates, in full color, the plants and animals that live in or near ponds, lakes, streams, and wetlands. It includes surface-dwelling creatures as well as those of open water, the bottom, and the shore and tells how various animals and plants live together in a community. Plus suggestions for: Where and when to look Observing and collecting specimens Making exciting discoveries




The Great American fraud


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Massachusetts Reports


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The South Western Reporter


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Includes the decisions of the Supreme Courts of Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Texas, and Court of Appeals of Kentucky; Aug./Dec. 1886-May/Aug. 1892, Court of Appeals of Texas; Aug. 1892/Feb. 1893-Jan./Feb. 1928, Courts of Civil and Criminal Appeals of Texas; Apr./June 1896-Aug./Nov. 1907, Court of Appeals of Indian Territory; May/June 1927-Jan./Feb. 1928, Courts of Appeals of Missouri and Commission of Appeals of Texas.







Waste, Fraud, and Abuse at K-Town


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