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Text in Arabic. Inquisitive kids should look no further to find all of the amazing answers to the unique questions that may have ever crossed their minds. With page after page of eye-catching illustrations, fun facts, and a variety of puzzles, these books are a great reference for curious kids. Each series has four books that are sure to delight and inform young readers at any age.

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Text in Arabic. With the advent of the Justice and Development Party to power in 2002, the party managed to lead the political, economic, and social scene in Turkey in a distinctive manner. This book provides an overview of the Justice and Development Party's political, economic and social experience through elitist academic and political contributions to their experience, such as ideology, democracy, development, justice, relations between politics and military, foreign policy, relations with the Arab environment, economic reforms and developments for the independence and impartiality of the judiciary.

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Text in Arabic. Farmer Khalil is the hardest working and most successful farmer in the village. His crops thrive under his patient care and his business is booming as the local merchants always choose to buy produce from him, something not lost on the other farmers in the village. When the other jealous farmers burn down Farmer Khalils crops in a malicious act, he is despaired for a time but is determined to rebuild his life. Through hard work and perseverance, he is able to rebuild his livelihood and never shies away from helping others in need, regardless if they are the very people who harmed him. A thoughtful tale about the importance of perseverance and compassion, even under the most trying circumstances.

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Alphabet City is a playful, homegrown, and alliterative approach to learning the alphabet made for curious kids, magnificent mothers, golden grannies, fantastic fathers, and everyone in between. It enriches the connection between children, parents, and our cities with an uplifting and original educational approach. At its very heart and soul, Alphabet City aims to strengthen our children's vocabulary while nurturing their imaginations. Aesthetically gorgeous and stunningly illustrated, each page paints an inspirational narrative to reinforce a child's growing library of words, while teaching them inventively about the place in which they live.

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Text in Arabic. Daniel is heading north. He is looking for someone. The simplicity of his early life with Daddy and Cathy has turned sour and fearful. They lived apart in the house that Daddy built for them with his bare hands. They foraged and hunted. When they were younger, Daniel and Cathy had gone to school. But they were not like the other children then, and they were even less like them now. Sometimes Daddy disappeared, and would return with a rage in his eyes. But when he was at home he was at peace. He told them that the little copse in Elmet was theirs alone. But that wasn't true. Local men, greedy and watchful, began to circle like vultures. All the while, the terrible violence in Daddy grew.

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Text in Arabic. The Qatar Nature Explorer series offers a unique insight into Qatars natural history and wildlife, and is an essential resource for schools and parents. This latest edition includes six books in one: Sea and Shore Life of Qatar, Insects and Arachnids of Qatar, Plants of Qatar, Mammals of Qatar, Reptiles and Amphibians of Qatar, and Birds of Qatar.

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Andy is feeling very sad... all his pets have run away! His dog, his cat, and even his furry little hamster have left him. But Andy will not give up hope. He visits the pet shop in search of a pet that doesnt run. But, does a pet like that even exist? A delightfully imaginative tale about finding exactly what you want in the most unexpected places.

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In April 2016, Dr. Nasser Al-Mohannadi became one of the first Qataris ever to complete a full Ironman race. He swam 3.8km, biked 180km and ran 42.2km on one of the most difficult Ironman courses in the world. It was the fulfilment of a childhood dream and the climax of 28 years of preparation and training. In this book, Al-Mohannadi shows how he overcame childhood fears, cultural misunderstanding, and physical injuries to reach his goal. Through careful planning, persistence and learning through mistakes, he achieved what seemed impossible.

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Text in Arabic. The series of four books takes a look at different geopolitical, historical, and socio-economical aspects of China and its development as a country. Asrar Altanmiat Al Iqtisadiat Alsiynia provides an overview of Chinas economic development over a period of more than a century.

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Text in Arabic. As Alma travels down the dark and rugged road to her house, she faces many difficulties to the point of despair. But as she navigates the forest, she finds light in her determination and courage to keep moving forward despite her struggles. Her journey through the darkness lit by stars and over dams on bridges built of hope, mirrors the ups and downs that we all encounter on the journey of life. A poignant tale, stunningly illustrated, on the importance of never losing hope no matter how dark the path before you may seem.

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Text in Arabic. This is the story of the famous Arhama when he was a child. He starts out not wanting to attend school and thinking that he can be the greatest sailor alive using only his talent. He comes to understand the value of science and the knowledge he needed to learn to be able to set sail across the seas.

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Text in Arabic. Azzan introduces us to his grandmother, who he loves very much. He loves visiting her, listening to her tell him stories, and her big hugs. But one day, Azzan has to say goodbye to his grandmother will he be able to understand where she has gone and what it means to lose her?

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Thisis a collection of fifteen short stories,based on real events. But what does it mean to be based on ones memory of the past? It means, simply put, that no matter how accurate they feel, they work only as fictions.Funny, powerful, intense and frivolous all at the same time,MischiefDiarysteps outside of the markets expectations for the Young Adult genre to take readers on a journey that addresses different issues with humor and laughter as guides.

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Text in Arabic. With a career in international politics and diplomacy that spans decades, Dr. Hamad Al-Kawari offers his unique perspective to the complex social and political issues facing Qatar and the Arab world. A mixture of personal stories, professional biography, and intellectual observations, The Global Majlis covers themes ranging from methods of negotiation to cultural diplomacy, education, art and literature, and the path to freedom. In doing so, Dr. Al-Kawari offers cultural solutions to pressing political and social dilemmas seen in both the Middle East and the world at large, such as injustice and intolerance. The Global Majlis is a must read for anyone passionate about cross-cultural dialogue, global citizenship, and the Middle East as seen through the eyes of a decorated diplomat and a statesman.

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Text in Arabic. Families can be overwhelming, and for Majid, one of four kids, its a positive nightmare! His sister always bosses him around, while his other sister plays with his toys without asking. Even his older brother takes pleasure in teasing him and playing pranks on him. Majid is angry and hes had enough. He wishes more than anything that he was an only child. But what would that really mean? Majid and his mother explore the pitfalls of being an only child, in the hopes of changing his mind.

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Alwaleed is a struggling Jordanian youth, searching for meaning and soon seduced by the Recruiters promises, fighting the Syrian regime. But is this how he can fight the materialistic excess he despises? There is only one person in this world who is of your own flesh and blood: your son. He will appear to you because your death will come at his hands. The fortunetellers words made the Bashas blood run cold. This successful businessman living at the pinnacle of Ammans elite didnt have a son, or did he? What secrets were hidden in his raucous, excessive past? A gripping story of coming of age, defiance, and the struggle to understand a world dominated by crumbling Arab regimes. With nuance and precision, Naji captures the characters and landscape of a post-Arab Spring Middle East, taking readers from Jordan to Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan and even India.

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Amwaj tells the story of a young Ibrahim who was born and raised in Kirkuk to a family of farmers and landowners. Kirkuk of his childhood was an idyllic place, where a mosaic of people from many different places and regions lived together and were neighbours in every sense of the word. But things changed with the start of the Iran-Iraq War when Ibrahim was conscripted into the Iraqi army to fight for Iraq. After the war, he left the country to escape the political tensions, ending up teaching Arabic Literature in Libya, then in Qatar. Passing through these countries accentuated Ibrahims memories of home, as did his sadness at each successive wave of violence that engulfed it and his memories.

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Ghosoun and her brother, Salem, live with their parents in peace and harmony, along with their loyal dog, Salfa. But with the sudden death of their mother, the childrens father marries another woman who quickly conspires with an evil crow to be rid of the children and faithful Salfa. And so begins the childrens mysterious journey away from their home. But on a journey fraught with hardships, deceit, and magical enchantment, will Ghosoun and her brother ever live, once again, happily ever after?

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Text in Arabic. Suad Amiry traces the lives of individual members of Palestinian families and, through them, the histories of both Palestine and the émigré Palestinian community in other countries of the Middle East. Amiry mixes nostalgia with anger while mocking Israeli doublespeak that seeks to wipe out any trace of a Palestinian past in West Jerusalem. She juxtaposes serial bombardments and personal tragedies; evokes the sights and smells of Palestinian architecture and food; and weaves for us the tapestry that is the Palestinian reality, caught between official histories and private memories. Through poetry and prose, monologue and dialogue, we glimpse the lost Palestinian landscape, obscured by the silent battle between remembering and forgetting.

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Carissa is a lovable cow who just can't seem to stop bumping into things! What could the trouble be? Off she goes on an adventure to find out what makes her so clumsy. Can you guess what it is? She makes a surprising new friend along the way, and who has quietly guessed her exact problem. An endearing tale all about discovery and not giving up until you have the answer. Carissa's happy-go-lucky personality encourages readers to champion her until the very end, when she finds the solution to her roblem that should have been right before her very eyes!

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Text in Arabic. In the name of the Cross, Portuguese fleets head to the Gulf. In the name of Allah, Arabian tribes must resist. Portugal, 1486: Europe is emerging from the Dark Ages, and new lands are being discovered every day. But the East is still unchartered territory. Oblivious to the invasions, massacres and religious fanaticism that characterise the 15th century, a young girl falls in love with a noble Arabian tribal leader. But all eyes are on the Portuguese fleets in the Arabian Gulf, intent on securing the profitable spice trade. Abdulaziz Al-Mahmoud weaves a tapestry of momentous historical events with stories of love, honour and nobility, while guiding us around the world of Lisbon, Cairo, Jeddah and Istanbul.

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Text in Arabic. Drawing on 15 years of research from Chile to India, Kenya to Indonesia, authors Banerjee and Duflo have identified new aspects of the behaviour of poor people, their needs, and the way that aid or financial investment can affect their lives. Their work transforms certain presumptions: that microfinance is a cure-all, that schooling equals learning, that poverty at the level of 99 cents a day is just a more extreme version of the experience any of us have when our income falls uncomfortably low.

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Text in Arabic. A highly original novel by one of Mexicos most important storytellers, Kal Maa Lil-Shukulatas chapters each start with a traditional northern Mexican recipe. Cooking is the exclusive means of expression open to the female protagonist, who does not conform to the limited role that both society and her family have given her. Tita is trapped in a destiny predetermined at birth: family tradition dictates that the youngest daughter must renounce marriage and devote herself to the care of her mother. Tita, however, is passionately in love with Pedro, her eldest sisters husband.

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Text in Arabic. Books in this series introduce children to the character values that embody citizenship. Playful, engaging illustrations are used to reinforce students understanding of the concepts.

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Text in Arabic. Theres no such thing as a free market. Globalization isnt making the world richer. Poor countries are more entrepreneurial than rich ones. This fact-packed book about money, equality, freedom and greed proves that the free market isnt just bad for people -- its an inefficient way of running economies, too. Here Chang lays out the alternatives, and shows theres a better way.

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This book reveals the intricacies of inter-civilisational relations between Northern and Southern countries and details the resultant mistreatment of Southern nations. It discusses the North's centralizing and condescending approach that has greatly harmed both stability and peace in the modern world. Starting with the author's own personal experience and proceeding to offer a succinct historical overview, the West's blatant disregard for many contributions from other human civilizations - including the Arab-Islamic civilisation - appear in stark contrast. Having worked in the fields of diplomacy and culture for decades, the author aims to remind this generation of Arabs of their own heritage, hitherto overshadowed by conflicts and neglect of their role in building human civilization. The author calls for building bridges instead of erecting barriers and a completely new approach to relations between the North and the South; a message which resonates globally. "Bridges, not Barriers" is already in circulation in Arabic, German, French, Spanish and Farsi.

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Text in Arabic. When the palm trees start complaining that the sidr trees take up too much space and consume too much food, Nasser's father removes the sidr trees and replants them in a field far away. Soon after, the dates' harvest declines and the palm trees are weakened to the point of suffocation. Why has this happened? Will Nasser be able to solve this problem and succeed in helping the palm trees breathe and thrive once again?

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Text in Arabic. Juha, the most famous comic character of Arabian tales, lived his life sarcastically, facing life circumstances with a simple yet smart way. His endless incidents and unique attitude made him loved by the little and old ones, where he merged intelligence with moral values. In this series of tales, we are about to discover some of Juha's funny but educational tales!

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Text in Arabic. The "Blood and Flesh" novel might seem an ordinary story about wealth and poverty, love that have not be attained, or even the excessive attachment to life's amenities instead of seeing the true essence of matters; but in fact it carries a more far and deep meanings than these as it triggers questions about life, death, love and how important believing in Allah is. Francois Mauriac, the famous French novelist, succeeded in drafting each character in his novel, who all struggled with themselves to find their identities, despite their social differences, cultural backgrounds, their customs, and belief. A novel worth reading for what is carried between its pages on revelation, confession, secrets, and search for elusive answers.

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Text in Arabic. Is there always an endless question of (why?) in your little one's heads, now, satisfy the children's desire for knowledge and work together to find answers to their questions and look at the interesting knowledge hidden in these pages! Why must you keep your teeth clean?

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Text in Arabic. Not only by its liveliness is Fereej Bin Derhem distinguished, yet too by the heartfelt emotions that revolves in the souls of its residents, all the events taking place on its land, and the vibrant features it is bearing. Fereej Bin Derhem perhaps seemed quiet to others while the harmonies of life flew through its ramified paths, looking for new hope, new life, and promising future. If one sees it is packed with chaos, drowned in monotony, despite how contradicting these two conditions are, I see it as the chance to race with life, releasing him from chaos and freeing him of monotony, thus a new face is born, which may not be attainable in any other Fereej; a face that has its own features, and distinctive mark!

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Text in Arabic. Is there always an endless question of (why?) in your little one's heads, now, satisfy the children's desire for knowledge and work together to find answers to their questions and look at the interesting knowledge hidden in these pages! The taste of green vegetables is so strange, why do you have to eat it?

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Text in Arabic. This book addresses the matter of Urbanism in Islamic civilization, and the role of society and endowments in Islamic architecture, as it presents to the reader a legacy of the Islamic civilization that remained hidden for ages, during which the society-members exerted important roles towards the renaissance of their society. It was the Endowments Foundation that financed education and secured everyone's entitlement to it, especially the orphans. They maintained health too through hospitals, ensuring that every patient receives the treatment and medicine they needed. The foundation ensured that vulnerable and poor families were provided with food, they invented care homes for elderly, orphans and poor. They built water fountains for humans to drink from and basins for animals, back when water was a right for everyone.

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"Adam had no clue what adventure awaits him after losing his ball! In fact, he could not guess because you will write this story's ending. It is left to yourself to choose the course of events and determine Adams fate. Will you let him meet a Robot, or a Bunny? Are you going to make him a Spy or a Theatrical Star? Enjoy altering your choices and read a different story with every pick!"

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As the need for economic growth takes a salient role in the political discourse of society's welfare and progress, the middle class, as a social grouping existing within socioeconomic structures, has a multiplier effect - politically and culturally. The middle class serves a vital role in supporting a country's growth through stimulating economic development and promoting a politically engaged society. By examining Vietnam and Serbia as ideologically attuned countries which differ in economic development, the author draws on functionalist, dimensional paradigms to underline how critical the rise of middle class is in understanding the political stability of modern societies before concluding that society's sub-social challenges and cultural determinants do affect the course of development and growth. This comprehensive study will appeal to social scientists with interests in political stability, ideological states and development narratives.

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An insightful examination of the various communication strategies that Qatar has undertaken in recent times to enhance its brand image and engage in practices of nation-branding. Through analysis of contextual examples, this book explores the role of reputation, identity and image in shaping Qatari domestic politics, along with its foreign policies. The book explains advances in relevant technologies including Artificial Intelligence, as well as best communication practices learned from the private sector. The authors relate in detail how Qatar invented, re-invented, and solidified its image, and the benefits emerging from Qatar's communication strategies on a domestic and global level.

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Join Ahmed, along with his friends, Nasser, and Aisha, as they take a tour around the most famous museums in Qatar. The perfect pre-reader book for tiny tots looking to explore the wonderful world of museums in Qatar.

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Text in Arabic. Does anything feel better than the joy of winning? What if we shared the win with others? Well, if it was possible.why not? Explore the answers to these questions with Qatari athlete "Mutaz Barshim", champion and high jump gold medallist.

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We are all exposed to stress, whether at work or at home, stress has become the most common modern disease! Although stress is a natural reaction that protects us and motivates us to progress, when it lasts, it weakens our energy, breaks our psyche, and makes our immune system fragile. But, hey, do you want to know some good news? We can learn how to manage it well throughout the day to regain our health and peace, and look on the positive side of life!

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Some people get through the year without ever catching a cold, while others suffer from all diseases around us. What is the reason? The weakness of our natural defenses against microbes. Would you like to know the good news? The level of our protection against diseases, especially winter viruses, can be improved when we take care of our health and keep our immune systems in the best condition.

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Join Ahmed, along with his friends, Nasser, and Aisha, as they take a tour around the most famous museums in Qatar. The perfect pre-reader book for tiny tots looking to explore the wonderful world of museums in Qatar.

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Sugar has become the number one enemy of good health. Since it is so addictive, we find it everywhere from the small sugar cube in our coffee to deli meats and ready-made meals. Were all aware that were consuming too muchWould you like to know the good news? By applying some small, gradual changes we can reduce the amount of food we consume without sacrificing pleasure!

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Text in Arabic. Since I was a child I have been racing the wind on the roads of (Sijilmassa), since I overcame my little fear, and climbed the branches of the Great Oak Tree west of the town, and while I cast my frayed nets on the bird who was exhausted by the long hours of earning his living, my soul has been pushing me forward, not pushing me to try my luck in reaching what settled in it, rather it pushes me to reap the fruits of her certain convictions to definitely reach what she wanted. None of the stations that I have passed through in my life was an exception to this, even while I settled in Al Attarine School in (Fez), and becoming the most prominent, brightest and most intelligent student through my journey to seek knowledge, (Ibn Abi Mahli) the student who became famous in and around Fez, the student who was chosen by Sheikh (Al Zaari) to be handed his stick, robe and his own sandals. It is strange how all these fates were prepared for me during what was left of the sixteenth century, and even stranger how (the window of fate) have found me after that to pave my way towards my greatest dreams. The divine conditions are looming on the horizon of the days in front of me, the blessings do not cease to flow on my tongue, fingers, and the roots of my feet, and it is not long before fates respond to what concerns myself.

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Osteoarthritis is a disease very few may know about. More than simply the wear and tear of joints due to age, it is a disease that attacks the cartilage and gradually develops. The good news? It is a disease that can be managed, and the means to prevent and mitigate it are constantly developing. Osteoarthritis is a painful disease, but fortunately there are solutions within our reach that enable us to manage and live with it.

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Text in Arabic. Sometimes we must stay home, for many reasons and for a long time. And at home, we can study, explore, imagine, laugh, play, and have fun. We thrive on the closeness with our parents and family, too. Walls dont limit us from doing anything we want. What have you been doing at home?

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Text in Arabic. A Bedouin tribe travels in search of fertile pastures for its livestock, choosing to pitch its tents near the Valley of the Birds. But soon, the sheppards are distracted by mysterious birds causing them to lose their sheep in the fields. The tribe is divided in their opinion of how to deal with the birds: some want to eliminate them, though others are weary of the consequences this may result in. What is the secret of these little birds and of their sinister home deep in the valley? An adventurous novel detailing the life, myths, and legends of Bedouin tribes of the past and their encounters and travels across the barren desert landscapes and other desolate places.

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Text in Arabic. Borders have various forms. Some begin with the crude, physical form of barbed wire, and end with the very limits of a soul. The deadliest frontiers are the prisons we carry inside us where ever we go, the cages that hold our buried grudges that wait patiently for the right time to build more walls and spawn more grudges. Originally, borders were a way to determine how to serve justice and to preserve freedoms, but now instead they serve to build the pride and greed of insatiable tyrants at the expense of the dignity of their brothers from the rest of humanity within the borders they have built up. In a world of masters and followers separated by borders both real and imagined, can our protagonist Mohsen Al-Wakeili find peace within his hatred of borders or will he declare a relentless war against them? In her preparations, our hero relives the past believing it a new start and reconciliation with all life. But how can she reconcile with the thing she hates the most: herself?

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Swish the Shark is on his way to football practice when he comes across a frightening sight: a net pulling up a group of helpless hamour fish out of the ocean! Swish quickly enlists his teammates to help and comes up with a plan to rescue their trapped friends. But will they be able to pull it off in time?

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