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Down and Out in Paris and London
George Orwell's vivid memoir of his time living among the desperately poor and destitute, Down and Out in Paris and London is a moving tour of the underworld of society 'You have talked so often of going to the dogs - and well, here are the dogs, and you have reached them.' Written when Orwell was a struggling writer in his twenties, it documents his 'first contact with poverty'. Here, he painstakingly documents a world of unrelenting drudgery and squalor - sleeping in bug-infested hostels and doss houses of last resort, working as a dishwasher in Paris's vile 'Hôtel X', surviving on scraps and cigarette butts, living alongside tramps, a star-gazing pavement artist and a starving Russian ex-army captain. Exposing a shocking, previously-hidden world to his readers, Orwell gave a human face to the statistics of poverty for the first time - and in doing so, found his voice as a writer.
Homeless: The Untold Story of a Mother’s Struggle in Crazy Rich Singapore
Ten years ago, Liyana Dhamirah was in a precarious situation: at 22, she was heavily pregnant and had no place to call home.For Liyana, home was often unstable. Once a bright teenager full of optimism, she faced uncertainty and found no support from family, government agencies and welfare groups. She had nowhere to go, no one to turn to. When she started living on a beach in Sembawang, she discovered a community of people — families — who were homeless just like her. They stuck together and watched out for each other, even when there were raids. She learned that in prosperous Singapore, the homeless are not always identifiable by appearance alone.Months later, journalists eventually uncovered Liyana’s story and how she navigated a bureaucracy of obstacles. Today she is a successful entrepreneur and this is her memoir.
Let's Buy the Land and Cultivate It in a Different World (Manga) Vol. 2
Kidan, (formerly Norio) our hero, has charmed a mermaid, a lich, and a young dragon with his welcoming personality, cooking abilities, and his skill: Supreme Wielder. Things get a little more complicated when it turns out Platy, the mermaid who has decided to become his wife, is actually a mermaid princess! Now that she's marrying Kidan instead of one of the leaders of the warring factions, the mermaid nation, the demons, and the humans are all after Kidan! How is cooking going to save him from an all-out war over the woman he loves?!
A Cave King’s Road to Paradise: Climbing to the Top with My Almighty Mining Skills! (Manga) Volume 2
Alone, shunned, and powerless—that was how Heale would describe his past self in Sanphales. But in a strange twist of fate, all of that changes after his banishment. The Sheol Reef community continues to grow, packed with slimes, goblins, spiders, a naked guy, and more—each with a unique talent! Together, they develop their once-barren island into a thriving domain in its own right.Armed with the power of Cave King and the otherworldly minerals he discovers, Heale finds a happy life finally within his grasp. Feasting, building farms, forging bonds—life is looking up for the residents of Sheol Reef. But then, Heale learns that the surrounding ocean currents may bring more than blessings to their shores... Heale must face challenges new and old: defending his idyllic domain and putting his own demons to rest!
A Cave King’s Road to Paradise: Climbing to the Top with My Almighty Mining Skills! (Manga) Volume 1
In a world where crests grant powers that decide one’s fate, Prince Heale is born with Cave King—a crest just as obscure and useless as he is. Deemed a disgrace to his family, he’s exiled to a barren, deserted island without a single living thing in sight. Alone and miserable but determined to survive, he reaches for a pickax to expand the cave he takes shelter in—and uncovers the true power of his crest!It turns out Cave King makes mining and building within caves as easy as breathing. Useless no more! Instead of a life in limbo waiting for rescue, what Heale finds on this island are otherworldly discoveries and life-changing encounters!
I’m Capped at Level 1?! Thus Begins My Journey to Become the World’s Strongest Badass! (Manga) Volume 1
I’m Tetsuya Takahashi. I was transported to a different world while trying to save a girl from some thugs. In this world, I’m “defective,” and they tossed me out—all because my level caps at 1! Luckily, I’ve got an ability called Corpse Absorb, which lets me grab stat boosts and abilities off of any dead body I can get my hands on. With the help of an energetic cat-sith and a stuffed bear, my journey to make it to the top awaits! I’ll prove to everyone that I’m not defective—I’m a badass!
Headhunted to Another World: From Salaryman to Big Four! Vol. 5
Uchimura tried to negotiate a deal with the Merchant's Guild to solve the post-calamity food shortage, but his attempts were all foiled by the wicked Viper and his tricks. Determined to turn the tables, Uchimura pulls out the aces up his sleeve: a former enemy and a frail young girl with the courage to come forward with the truth. "By the power invested in me as a Heavenly King for the Demon Army, you're under arrest." Viper finally faces the hammer of justice--only for the Demon Army to find itself in a new and unexpected bind!
I’m Capped at Level 1?! Thus Begins My Journey to Become the World’s Strongest Badass! (Manga) Volume 2
I finally managed to make it out of the Valley of Death, but the journey to becoming a badass is always filled with trouble. News is spreading that the humans, one of the weakest races, are taking back their domain. Meanwhile, I join a guild to travel around and make some cash. There are some hiccups along the way, but it’s smooth sailing until I’m faced with a terrifying ritual. I’m suddenly plunged into the deep unknown, where I learn a thing or two about my unique skill, Corpse Absorb. I’m gonna gamble everything to save my friends, no matter where that path may lead. I may be level 1, but I’m no pushover!
I Got Caught Up In a Hero Summons, but the Other World was at Peace! (Manga) Vol. 7
The sudden appearance of War King envoys Eta and Zeta has caught Koito off guard. They're intent on bringing him before the War King, even if it means they have to drag him there. Just as things get dicey and Koito is sure he's about to wind up as a missing persons, Sige and Anima appear to rescue him! When things go south for the War King's envoys, more notable faces get involved--why has Noface, the Illusion King, shown themselves here?!
Dungeon Builder: The Demon King's Labyrinth is a Modern City! (Manga) Vol. 8
A mastermind's shadow looms overhead, and Procel intends to thwart any malicious plans! After saving Marco from near death, Procel swears to always be with her. As he enjoys a peaceful life for the first time in a long while, Stolas, the Demon Lord of Wind, faces her first war against a rookie demon lord. Unbeknownst to her, a trap awaits! When Procel attempts to join her battle, Stolas opposes: "This is my war and I'm going to win this on my own!"
I'm the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! (Manga) Vol. 3
Nothing can stop Liam's rise to power! He crushed the space pirate Goaz! Wealth and prestige followed. But his success has caught the attention of other nobles. Whether it's his deadbeat parents wanting debts paid off or wary neighbors eyeing a future rival, his reputation precedes him. Liam's next steps must be carefully made or the galaxy will learn about the key to his found fortune.
Hunting in Another World With My Elf Wife (Manga) Vol. 2
Shin Nakajima and his elf wife Saran have headed out to the city of Sarprast. The newlyweds are set on finding who is responsible for the kidnapping of elf children. But to get access to the likely perpetrators, Shin and Saran have to rise through the ranks of the Hunters' Guild. Luckily, Sarprast has a pigeon problem. Shin and Saran take aim at the solution!