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An agile organization is not created by completely optimizing elements isolated from one another — in most cases, this involves teams. Often, though, agile odysseys start with this local (sub-)optimization, where at the same time their chosen agile method becomes the golden calf. Then the only attempt is to do the method justice rather than asking what creates more value for the customer. Typically, collaboration between the development areas of an organization and the business decision makers isn't taken into consideration.

The great mystery story.

Le livre audio répond d'abord à une intention pédagogique. Léopold Sédar Senghor s'associe au romancier Abdoulaye Sadji pour mettre au point un livre de classe qui permettrait aux enfants africains d'apprendre à lire et d'acquérir les rudiments de la langue française en puisant dans le trésor des contes de leurs pays.

This is the best known work of this Austrian writer and poet who based this tale of love, humiliation and obsession largely on his own life and gave the English language the word masochism. A compelling well written story it has inspired and influenced many psychologists, artists, writers and musicians from Thomas Mann to the Velvet Underground and even Freud, since its first publication in 1870.

Kelsey Grammer portrays J. Edgar Hoover in this irreverent and hilarious musical spoof about one of the most powerful men in 20th century America. As head of the FBI, Hoover was privy to the secrets in the lives of many men. Now you learn about his secret love live, his need for personal privacy, and his obsession with knowing the private affairs of others.

Une délicieuse compilation des plus grands classiques de la littérature érotique, lus avec talent par Nicolas Planchais, William Cros et Cléane Valon. "La Vénus à la fourrure", de Sacher-Masoch : œuvre fondatrice du sadomasochisme, ce roman est le tout premier à mettre en scène un homme et une femme qui décident de vivre leurs fantasmes de domination et de soumission sexuelle. "Justine, ou les malheurs de la vertu", du marquis de Sade : une héroïne candide et vertueuse, tente de survivre dans un monde qui se révèle injuste et cruel, et se retrouve malgré elle dans des situations qui ont donné tout son sens au mot sadisme.

If you've ever been curious about where the term "masochism" comes from, you will find it laden in the pages of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch's masterpiece, Venus in Furs, for whom the term was named. Drawn in part from his own life experiences, Sacher-Masoch's novel develops an eroticism unlike any other. The book's protagonist, Severin, is so infatuated and obsessed with the object of his desire, Wanda, that he asks to be her slave. Although hesitant at first, Wanda's treatment of Severin becomes more and more depraved, fueling Severin's own desires for cruelty.

Mladý muž Severin von Kusiemski se vášnivě zamiluje do Wandy von Dunajev, která v jeho očích ztělesňuje dokonalou ženu – chladnou krásku třímající v ruce bič. Wanda Severinovo přání stát se jejím otrokem zpočátku nechápe, pak ale zjistí, že výhody této metody jsou zajímavé a trýzní Severina s rostoucí rafinovaností. Společně se propadají stále hlouběji do víru moci, nadvlády a podřízenosti. Hranice mezi jejich sexuálními fantaziemi a realitou přestává existovat.

Severin is a passionate man who falls head over heels in love (or maybe lust?) with the beautiful young widow Wanda, begging her to treat him as her slave. Torn between pleasure and the fight against his own self-esteem, Severin submits to his mistress while Wanda discovers her own pleasure in her domination, an action that previously made her scoff. Deemed scandalous at the time of publication, this novel is a classic that opens a dialogue about human attraction and gender power struggles.

A must-listen for every classic erotica fan! Performed as a duet by Zachary Johnson and Verla Bond. The term “Masochist” comes from Austrian author Leopold Von Sacher-Masoch, whose fantasies inspired him to write Venus in Furs in 1870. The story is an account of a man named Severin, who is obsessed with being enslaved by a despotic woman in furs. He finds his ideal in a young widow named Wanda: a reluctant domme who discovers her sadistic tendencies through their twisted love affair. Venus in Furs was translated into English by Fernanda Savage in 1921.

Brother Strauss discusses the importance of the letter “G” that all masons will recognize as prominently appearing in every lodge room they have ever met in. He discusses the symbolism and significance, as well as why in foreign lands where English isn’t the primary language, the same letter exists instead of a substitute. He touches on the Kabbalah, references Albert Pike, and cites some biblical passages, as well. Enjoy this essay and check out other audio titles in the Foundations of Freemasonry series.

On 3 October 1987 Charlie Squadron – the iron fist of 61 Mechanised Battalion Group – led the way in a decisive battle on the Lomba River in southern Angola, as part of the South African Defence Force’s Operation Moduler. Although SADF tactical doctrine dictated that the tanks of the Angolan 47 Brigade be countered with tanks, the young conscripts of Charlie Squadron were forced to face their enemy in vastly inferior Ratels, significantly handicapped by the vehicles’ thin armour and low-velocity guns.

Leopold von Ranke, einer der bekanntesten deutschen Historiker des 19. Jahrhunderts, beschreibt in seinem Buch die politischen, religiösen und kulturellen Herausforderungen, die Europa in der Renaissance prägten. Der Aufstieg der Familie Medici in Florenz und ihre Verflochtenheit mit der Person des Dominikanermönches Girolamo Savonarola, der zum Ende des 15. Jahrhundert großen Einfluss gewinnen konnte durch seinen Populismus und seine "politische Netzwerkarbeit". Savonarola war der Erste in einer Reihe von Reformatoren, die die katholische Kirche damals herausforderten.

In this series we explore the many facets of love through literary talents that span both time and country. When two people meet, when eyes glance and lock. And we often say something ‘clicks’; ‘it feels like I’ve known you forever’. Romance begins to brew and to blossom. In this volume our masterful writers take on the task of describing and revealing the beginnings of a romance, and some may even lead to love.

In Wall Street’s War on Workers, Les Leopold, co-founder of the Labor Institute, provides a clear lens with which we can see how healthy corporations in the United States have used mass layoffs and stock buybacks to enrich shareholders at the expense of employees. With detailed research and concise language, Leopold explains why mass layoffs occur and how our current laws and regulations allow companies to turn these layoffs into short-term financial gains.

Harry Shearer’s fantasy about a World’s Fair held in Kansas City. Told in quick blackouts, it resembles a profane Simpsons episode. An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Fran Adams, David Arnott, Lewis Arquette, James Avery, Hank Azaria, Dan Castellaneta, Timothy Fall, David L. Lander, Tom Leopold, Edie McClurg, Julie Payne, Mary Kay Place, John Randolph, Erika Schickel, Harry Shearer, and Fred Willard. Directed by Harry Shearer. Recorded before a live audience in February, 1995.

This book gives you the answers in a twelve-step guide to accumulating vast riches the way hedge fund managers do - by playing trillion-dollar poker with a marked deck. Through each easy step, you'll learn the sleight of hand and disregard for basic morality you'll need to move from making tens of dollars an hour to millions an hour!

*Ich stelle mir vor, wie tausende kleine Seifenblasen vor mir schweben, gefüllt mit den glücklichen Momenten. Wenn man nur genug davon sammelt, reicht es vielleicht für ein ganzes Leben.* Manche Fehler macht man besser nur einmal... Als Rose nach zwei Jahren unerwartet wieder auf ihre Affäre Jérôme trifft, reißt es ihr den Boden unter den Füßen weg. Denn Camilles Bruder ist immer noch verdammt heiß, und sein grüblerischer Blick lässt ihr Herz immer noch schneller schlagen – und doch ist er immer noch ein großer Fehler. Heute mehr denn je, immerhin hat er ein Menschenleben auf Gewissen.

Anders als seine Geschwister hat Feuerwehrmann Micah mit Social Media nichts am Hut. Das ändert sich erst, als die energiegeladene Quinn ihren Dienst auf der Feuerwache antritt. Mit ihrem Social-Media-Aktivismus geht sie ihm zwar gehörig auf die Nerven, doch insgeheim ist er auch fasziniert von ihr. Erst fliegen die Fetzen, dann sprühen die Funken – und Micah verliert sich in heimlichen Küssen mit seiner Kollegin. Doch Quinn hält ihn auf Abstand. Nach den Erfahrungen an ihrer letzten Arbeitsstelle hat ein Mann in ihrem Leben keinen Platz – erst recht kein Kollege.

Er zeigt ihr die verborgenen Seiten der Stadt. Sie zeigt ihm die verborgenen Seiten ihres Herzens. Nach "The Colors of your Soul" geht es auch im zweiten Band von Kim Leopolds "California-Dreams"-Reihe wieder um Social Media, zärtliche Küsse unter der Sonne Kaliforniens und ganz viel Herzklopfen! Fotograf Maverick führt ein Doppelleben: Meistens lichtet er schillernde Hochzeiten ab, manchmal taucht er jedoch unter dem Namen Ricky in Skid Row, dem Problembezirk von Los Angeles, ab, um das Leben abseits der schillernden Hollywood-Boulevards zu dokumentieren.