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From mystery and crime to romance and tragedy, in this collection you will discover award-winning writing that effortlessly spans genre and style. Witness the excess and luxury of 1920s America in The Great Gatsby, experience profound meditations on death in The Bridge of San Luis Rey, as well as Poirot's very first murder case in The Mysterious Affair at Styles.

Carli Morris is looking forward to a quiet retirement. With more money than she can imagine earned from the sale of her Madison Avenue ad agency, she dreams of spending her golden years painting and giving back to society. But the heartbreaking discovery of a homeless woman poisoned to death in Carli’s neighborhood not only opens her eyes to others but reopens the wounds of Carli’s own tragic loss.

The Gift of Black Folk is an analysis of the role of African Americans in the development of American culture. The author provides examples of the ways in which the culture was shaped and enriched by Blacks on many levels, including their economic, religious, and cultural contributions.

Trudy’s life is a wreck. She has no job, no husband, no college degree, a sick son, and a stack of medical bills. Her family and friends keep trying to set her up, but Trudy turns them down flat. She’s got a foolproof plan this time around. She won't go out for so much as a latte until she graduates, finds steady work, and pays off all her debt. Mr. Perfect will have to wait, because Trudy has no time for nonsense.

Is Sex Necessary? was originally published in 1929 as a satirical and comedic exploration of romantic and sexual relationships, co-authored by iconic comedic writers E.B. White and James Thurber. Written in the aftermath of the Jazz Age and amidst changing societal norms regarding gender and relationships, Is Sex Necessary? parodies the burgeoning field of psychological and sexual analysis, poking fun at the over-seriousness with which such topics were increasingly dissected in the early 20th century.

Some 100,000 soldiers fought in the April 1862 battle of Shiloh, and nearly 20,000 men were killed or wounded; more Americans died on that Tennessee battlefield than had died in all the nation's previous wars combined. In the first book in his new series, Steven E. Woodworth has brought together a group of superb historians to reassess this significant battle and provide in-depth analyses of key aspects of the campaign and its aftermath.

African American literature is the body of literature produced in the United States by writers of African descent. It begins with the works of such late 18th-century writers as Phillis Wheatley. Before the high point of enslaved people narratives, African-American literature was dominated by autobiographical spiritual narratives. The genre known as slave narratives in the 19th century were accounts by people who had generally escaped from slavery, about their journeys to freedom and ways they claimed their lives.

Over the years, W.E.B. Griffin's stories of the military and police, told with crackling realism and rich characters, have won him millions of fans and acclaim as "the dean of the American war adventure" (Publishers Weekly). Now he vaults into the present day with a series as exciting as...

Published in 1924 in response to growing racial tensions, W. E. B. Du Bois’ The Gift of Black Folk explores the contributions African Americans have made to American society, detailing the importance of racial diversity to the United States. He chronicles their role in the early exploration of America, their part in developing the country’s agricultural industry, their courage on the battlefields, and their creative genius in virtually every aspect of American culture.

Battered and betrayed, Vespera has become what she always feared - a burden. Pursuing revenge against the Bloodied Men in Caneesho only uncovered more questions than answers. Why would King Karrolei plot against Rokellia? Why does he desperately need an army when the kingdoms are at peace? And the most important question • What are the Genmari? Vespera turns her sights east to Jahilta, the capital of the kingdom of Rokellia, where Prince Aleron has promised refuge and resolutions. But the journey is long and she must revisit her old haunts: the Nitalla Forest, Rogue City, and Ameris.

No existe una historia de amor con final feliz. Si es verdadero amor, no tiene final. Y si lo tiene… jamás será feliz. Valentina Carter está aprendiendo a golpes que en la vida no hay finales de cuento, solo pruebas que deben superarse. La parte “sencilla” de su inesperada relación con su enigmática jefa, Casandra Makris, fue aceptar la atracción y el deseo que nació entre ambas. Lo difícil será descubrir si, pese a todo, podrán mantenerse unidas. Porque el amor entre ellas no solo implica pasión, sino también enfrentar diferencias irreconciliables: personalidades opuestas...

Between 1947 and 1957, Ealing Studios produced a series of immensely popular, darkly funny film comedies that made the West London borough famous throughout the world. Almost 50 years later, four of these timeless films were recreated for BBC Radio 4, and are now collected together for the first time.

There is no escape. He forces her to marry him, branding her as his property. She throws the ring in his face—he has a tattooed wedding band etched into her skin. Every protest, every tear, is swallowed by his need to possess her. She is his in every way that matters—and when she dares to look at another man, he kills without hesitation. No one touches her. No one looks at her. No one speaks to her unless he allows it. Warning: This is a dark romance that explores intense themes of obsession, possessiveness, and control. For mature readers only. Note: This book ends in a cliffhanger. ...

Retirement is often celebrated as a joyful milestone — a time of freedom, flexibility, and long-awaited possibility. Yet until you begin the journey, you may not fully realise how deeply this transition unfolds. Stepping away from a long career is more than a lifestyle change — it is an evolution. Alongside excitement, many people experience unexpected questions about identity, purpose, daily structure, and what comes next. This is not a sign that something is wrong. It is a normal and natural part of the retirement transition. Living Your Best Life in Retirement is a warm and ...

Life is simple for Vespera. Despite her family being forced into seclusion for her safety, she is thankful for the peace. If only her lifelong, debilitating headaches weren't getting worse. The last thing she wants for her twentieth birthday is to be even more of a burden on her family. When her headaches finally do begin to subside, her eerie pale eyes, blood red hair, and too pale skin are no longer the only things that make Vespera strange. Her reflexes are sharper, her vision and hearing are heightened, and her strength increases tenfold. Vespera doesn't know anything about magic.

The Silver Fleece, cotton, could be the answer to Zora and Bles' prayers in overcoming poverty. While attending Miss Smith's School in rural Alabama, they lovingly nurture their crop. But, the white aristocracy is determined to control the price of cotton and monopolize the market. Can two young lovers prevail despite the daunting obstacles laid before them?

Embark on an epic journey through the ages with this first volume in E.B. Brown's Time Walkers World series. This masterful tale weaves together the unbreakable bonds of family, enduring love, and the fabric of real historical events into a rich and vibrant narrative. Readers will find themselves captivated by a beloved cast of characters in a world where history breathes, adventures await at every turn, and the heart of the saga beats strongly in the ties that bind. THE LEGEND OF THE BLOODSTONE Maggie is a modern-day woman with all her flaws, thrust back into a time when men were carving ...

An unexpected, poignant, and personal account of loving and losing pets, exploring the singular bonds we have with our companion animals, and how to grieve them once they’ve passed. E.B. Bartels has had a lot of pets—dogs, birds, fish, tortoises. As varied a bunch as they are, they’ve...

We are a people of stories. We use them to entertain, to teach, and to instruct. Sometimes they warn us of the dangers of wandering too far into the woods, or they can be a detailed story to explain how magnificent landscapes came to be. Story has always been the way we pass time, the way we connect to each other, and most importantly, how we promote our values. Parables, especially, have a dual purpose. Not only do they keep us entertained, but they also make a point. Consider Aesop’s fables—tales of talking animals who learn valuable life lessons.

In this essay, W. E. B. Du Bois raises questions such as: What is the real meaning of race? And what has, in the past, been the law of race development? He describes the American Negro Academy, which aimed to be the epitome and expression of the intellect of African Americans. He concludes by outlining a proposed creed for the Academy.