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She keeps the roads honest—and the spirits on speaking terms. When wagons bog down, animals panic, or the Wilds turn hostile, caravan shaman Anya Stormbloom does what ledgers and swords cannot—she bargains with Air, Earth, Fire, Water, and Spirit. What should have been a routine run to Redstone turns into a gauntlet: shade-tainted paths, wildfire country, flooded crossings, and a market town on the brink. Each solution adds a line to her oath-ledger—and reveals a storm no shaman should face alone. Now, a rival shaman is weaponizing the elements, cutting off trade routes to silence the...

At a run-down brothel in Caudal, Spain, the prostitutes are collecting stray dogs. Each is named after a famous male writer: Dante, Chaucer, and Bret Easton Ellis. When a john is cruel, the dogs are fed rotten meat. To the east, in Barcelona, an unflappable teenage girl is endeavouring to trace the peculiarities of her life back to one woman: Alba Camb, writer of violent short stories, who left Caudal as a girl and never went back.

The story of a fervent atheistic communist woman in Moscow who was denied entrance to medical school because she was Jewish. She applied to leave Russia and was denied, thus becoming a Refusenik. It describes her two-year tortuous struggle to leave, her humorous adjustment to American society, and her challenging journey to become a physician and learn what it meant to be Jewish. Her historian husband interweaves her life with the history of Soviet Russia and the Cold War period, including the fail of the Soviet Union.

Will Mary find what she has alwas wanted? Or will her past drag her back down? Mary has finally found a home in Salmisara, a place where she can heal, rebuild, and maybe even belong. With new friends and a family to call her own, she dares to believe her life is moving forward. But just as hope takes root, letters from her past arrive—reminders of the life she left behind in Dermes. As old wounds resurface and unanswered questions demand her attention, Mary must decide: will she fight for the future she’s begun to build, or is she still the same broken soul who ran away?

The Christian life is marked with great suffering. We live in a fallen and broken world full of disappointments and the loss of dreams. And there is a cost to following Christ—often painfully felt in close relationships. In her book, Still Standing Lina AbuJamra shares how God’s refining process makes Him bigger in our hearts and transforms us into people who are like Him. Our pain can lead to despair and bitterness, or it can make us more like Jesus. But we must be willing to undergo the refining process—and this hurts.

Tolstoy's monumental historical epic recounts the Napoleonic invasion of Russia and is hailed as one of the greatest literary works of all time. Translated by Aylmer and Louise Maude.Volume 1 comprises Books 1 to 3, set in the year 1805.Volume 2 comprises Books 4 to 8, spanning the years 1806 to 1812.Volume 3 comprises Books 9 to 11, focusing on the year 1812.Volume 4 comprises Books 12 to 17, covering the period from 1812 to 1820.

It’s a dreary February in post-World War I London when Mrs. Wilkins spots an advertisement in The Times for a small Italian castle for rent in April. She sees another member of her women’s club, Mrs. Arbuthnot, reading the same advertisement and manages to convince her that the two of them should rent it. Both are miserable and lonely in their marriages. They can’t afford the cost of the villa, San Salvatore, on their own and must advertise for two others, eventually recruiting an elderly widow named Mrs. Fisher, and Lady Caroline Dester, a beautiful young socialite desperate to escape ...

Dante's Divine Comedy, an epic poem, takes readers on a transformative journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. This timeless literary masterpiece intertwines theology, philosophy, and politics, offering profound insights into human nature and divine justice. Dante’s vivid allegorical narrative captivates with intricate symbolism and richly imagined landscapes. Revered for its poetic brilliance, the Divine Comedy remains a cornerstone of world literature, inspiring literature, art, and cultural discussions with its enduring themes of redemption, moral growth, and spiritual ...

Published in 1879, this play was a bombshell, exposing the tragic hypocrisy of Victorian like middle class marriage. The play is significant for the way it deals with the fate of a married woman, who at the time in Norway lacked reasonable opportunities for self-fulfillment in a male-dominated world. - A wife was almost literally a bird in a cage for display by the husband. Note that this is a solo reading of the entire play by one person. We have an excellent dramatic reading of this play in our catalog also if a more traditional performance is more to your taste.) Summary by phil c

Sofia Hjortén ist in ihre Heimat Ulvön, eine kleine Insel im Schärengarten der Höga Kusten zurückgekehrt. Nach einem Schicksalsschlag steht ihre Karriere als Kommissarin in Stockholm still, der Polizeidienst in der malerischen Küstenregion ist unaufgeregt. Doch dann wird an Mittsommer ein Mann grausam am Bootssteg erschlagen. Die Mordermittlungen spülen für Sofia vergessene Gefühle an die Oberfläche, denn dringend tatverdächtig ist ihr ehemaliger Freund Fredrik Fröding.

Blessed with the power to protect. A princess born to two worlds. But despite being the star pupil at Veras Academy for superpowered young adults, all she wants is to be “normal”. Bryony Haddix is the heir to the Nelian throne, but the world of elves from which one of her fathers hails is a strange, mystical place, and Bryony is much more comfortable at Veras Academy on Earth, home to the rest of her family. Born a Natch with superhuman abilities, she’s called on to protect and defend Earth’s Natches from prejudice so that they may flourish on a once-doomed Planet Earth.

Andy Thorne is ruthless. Steel-gray eyes. Billion-dollar empire. A scowl sharp enough to curdle cream. The entire town warns me to stay away. But when his lakefront mansion starts falling apart, guess who he hires? Me. The girl who sings while baking and names her cat after biscuits. One sarcastic bet turns into stolen glances. One thunderstorm turns into almost-kisses that leave me breathless. And one reckless summer fling spirals into something dangerous. Because Andy isn’t just hiding from the world. He’s hiding secrets big enough to shatter mine.

Described as the Great Book of Wonders by Arthur Miller, this everyday tale of fraternal affection, sibling rivalry, obsession, lust, parricide, family intrigue, spiritual faith, death by economic deprivation and ultimate salvation in the soul, boasts (among other wonders) the perfect role for Marilyn Monroe, had Arthur only ever written the play. Madness, murder, mayhem and the courtroom drama to end all courtroom dramas it may be, but it is also (strangely) hilariously funny. It's all in the point of view. - Summary by Tony Addison

Es ist ein heißer Sommer in Gullspång. In der in den schwedischen Wäldern gelegenen Kleinstadt geht das Leben seinen Gang bis eines Nachts nach einer aus dem Ruder gelaufenen Party die 17-jährige Annabelle verschwindet. Das Dorf ist in Schockstarre, und die überforderte Polizei ruft nach Verstärkung. Stockholm entsendet seine fähigste Ermittlerin: Charlie Lager. Was niemand weiß: Charlie ist in Gullspång aufgewachsen. Nie wieder wollte sie an diesen Ort zurückkehren, der nur schlechte Erinnerungen für sie bereithält.

The modern British philosopher, Anthony M. Ludovici, said that this text “is unquestionably Nietzsche’s opus magnum.” However, he warns the reader that since “the book with the most mysterious, startling, or suggestive title, will always stand the best chance of being purchased by those who have no other criteria to guide them in their choice than the aspect of a title-page … ‘Thus Spake Zarathustra’ is almost always the first and often the only one of Nietzsche’s books that falls into the hands of the uninitiated.” He therefore recommends reading this text alongside some ...

In einer verschneiten Winternacht verschwindet an der schwedischen Schärenküste ein vierjähriges Mädchen spurlos aus dem Ferienhaus ihrer Familie. Die Eltern der kleinen Ellie Svensson sind außer sich vor Sorge, Polizei und Einwohner des Ortes organisieren sofort die Suche. Auch für Kommissarin Sofia Hjortén wird der Fall zur emotionalen Zerreißprobe, ist sie doch selbst hochschwanger. Kurz darauf verschwindet ein weiteres Mitglied der Familie Svensson. Während der nordische Winter unbarmherzig tobt, ermittelt Sofia fieberhaft und stößt auf eine düstere Wahrheit.

Warum treffen uns bestimmte Menschen so sehr – im Guten wie im Schmerzhaften? Und was, wenn jede Begegnung uns etwas über uns selbst erzählen will? „Beziehungen im Spiegel“ begibst du dich auf eine berührende, ehrliche und tiefgreifende Reise zu dir selbst – durch das, was uns alle am stärksten prägt: unsere Beziehungen. Ob in Partnerschaft, Familie, Freundschaft oder Beruf – überall, wo Nähe entsteht, begegnen wir nicht nur dem anderen, sondern auch unseren Mustern, Ängsten, Sehnsüchten und alten Geschichten.

Discover the enchanting world of Grimms' Fairy Tales by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, a timeless collection of classic folklore and captivating narratives. This influential anthology blends magic, adventure, and moral lessons that continue to inspire generations. Immerse yourself in tales of brave heroes, clever heroines, and mystical creatures that traverse dark forests and magical realms. These legendary stories offer cultural insights and imaginative storytelling, perfect for literary enthusiasts and educators. Experience the rich heritage of German tradition and the enduring magic of folklore ...

Her life was ordinary, working in the castle kitchen. Until one day it wasn't, now she need to make a decision. Love, heartbreak, friendships, they are all on the line. Is she brave enough? Mary's life began in the artisan quarters. She lived with her parents and had friends she explored the city with. But life takes an unexpected turn when her parents pass away, and Mary finds herself working in the castle kitchen. Mary has to adapt and find a new way of life. New friends come into her life and old ones gives her comfort. But it's hard navigating heartbreak and the feeling of never being ...

Mit dem Herbst brechen dunkle Tage über die schwedische Schärenküste herein. Die Feier einer Gruppe von Jugendlichen am Meer endet im Entsetzen, als um Mitternacht eine von ihnen bewusstlos und blutüberströmt an einem nahe gelegenen Bachlauf gefunden wird. Für Kommissarin Sofia Hjortén, selbst Mutter einer Tochter, und ihren Kollegen Fredrik Fröding wird der Fall zur Zerreißprobe. Denn die Freunde des schwer misshandelten Mädchens schweigen beharrlich.