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From Colm Tóibín, “one of the world’s best living literary writers” (The Boston Globe), comes a brilliant collection of nine short stories, many never-before-published, set across Ireland, Spain, and America—about the complexities of family, longing, loss, and love. Celebrated as...

In the wild heart of the American frontier, young Silas loses everything—but finds a new life among the Lakota. Taken in by a warrior and raised in a world far from the one he knew, he earns a new name: Kohana, the quick one.

All'apparenza il racconto di un'esperienza scolastica, un semplice aneddoto con un inizio appena abbozzato ma privo di un reale finale, all'apparenza molte cose innocenti... di fatto un racconto intenso e pregno delle sensazioni provate durante la Guerra Civile Spagnola e l'immediato periodo del dopoguerra; una storia che non ha un inizio, perché già noto, e che non ha fine, perché era ancora in via di sviluppo quando il racconto fu pubblicato, confrontando più o meno velatamente vincitori e vinti; una storia piena di cose innocenti solo in apparenza.

Jack Roberts is back from the Sudan and with a crippling wound, no longer an active soldier. When he is sent to Iran to help find oil for British battleships he has to leave home once more. This time he leaves a son who is about to embark on a military career too. The Roberts family is soon going to war again.

भारतावर अनेक परकीय आक्रमकांनी सत्ता गाजवली. कपटी औरंगजेब व धूर्त इंग्रजांनी ह्या देशातील रयतेचे अतोनात हाल...

Levi found out how much void a woman could fill in his heart. But the heartache and betrayal wasn’t worth it. He was better off alone…wasn’t he?

*Note: this is a prequel related to the Devil & Angel stories. Tall, dark and devilishly handsome footman Kent Lynch takes the new hall-boy, young comely Gavin under his wing… brooding his with instruction in his duties and methods, and giving him discipline when needed, which Gavin quite enjoys. In the grand, bustling halls of Westbury Estate, a tale of forbidden love and unexpected connection unfolds. At the center of this story are Kent, a seasoned and disciplined servant, and Gavin, a young hall boy whose arrival at the estate brightens footman Kent Lynch's days… and nights.

A novella exploring the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, this addictive story offers a mix of comedy, conspiracy and Chicagoans that provides listeners a fresh perspective on a long-held belief. “I love history! And, being a former Girl Scout who sang the camp song about ‘Old Lady O’Leary’ as a little girl, I wondered often if the story was made up or real,” the artistpreneur confesses.

Dive into a world of laughter, nostalgia, and heartfelt connections with this delightful audiobook, crafted especially for seniors. Each story is brought to life through engaging narration, offering lighthearted yet meaningful tales that entertain, inspire, and uplift.

Regret. It is a feeling that knows no bounds, an emotion that transcends time, place, and the very limits of human achievement. In "Tears of the Titans," you are invited to embark on a groundbreaking exploration of the profound regrets that haunted the lives of some of history's most iconic figures. From the sorrowful reflections of Mahatma Gandhi on the partition of India to the soul-searching of Napoleon Bonaparte on his decision to invade Moscow, each story offers an intimate glimpse into the hearts and minds of those who shaped our world.

It’s 1865 and a band of renegade deserters left over from the American Civil War abduct newlywed Judith Johansen and head to the wilds of Rupert’s Land, soon to become Western Canada. They are about to find out that they have made a huge mistake. Judith is the granddaughter of Moses Munro, a wily old mountain man who survived as a trapper in the Rocky Mountains during the 1820s and ‘30s.

Оповідання Мати Миколи Хвильового є яскравим прикладом української літератури XX століття. У центрі сюжету знаходиться героїня, мати, яка намагається справитися з трагічною втратою свого сина в результаті політичних репресій.Автор досліджує глибокі емоційні переживання матері та показує, як вона впорядковує своє життя в умовах репресивного режиму. Через призму розповіді про одну жінку Хвильовий описує страх, біль та мучення, що переживають багато людей у подібних ситуаціях. Розповідь вразливо розкриває теми жертовності, втрати і боротьби з тоталітарним режимом.

Contiene: La muerte de Iván Ilich, El diablo, Felicidad conyugal, El cafe de surat, De lo que vive el hombre.

Jerry got caught up in a war he wanted no part of; one that left him paralyzed from the waist down on the day of Lee’s surrender. Now he stood the risk of losing his ranch if he wasn’t married by the deadline. But what woman wanted a man who may never walk again? Leanne was left destitute as the war raged. Her hometown was now taken over by a wealthy criminal…and he had his sights set on her.

Фавст — новела українського письменника Григорія Косинки, написана в 1923-му році й опублікована в журналі "Український засів". У ній головний герой проведений крізь тюремні випробування: муравйовські застінки і білогвардійську катівню.Розповідається про трагічну долю селянина з Поділля Прокопа Конюшини, який, не стерпівши наруги, створив загін і боровся проти нападників.

La vida está hecha de historias; no sólo nos ayudan a darle sentido a nuestras vidas, sino que también, en muchas ocasiones, contienen lecciones y enseñanzas valiosas que, vistas en términos prácticos y aplicadas con inteligencia, nos pueden ayudar a mejorar nuestra calidad de vida y a alcanzar nuestras metas. Juan Antonio Razo, autor exitoso de múltiples libros de autoayuda, regresa con un audiolibro que compila las mejores fábulas, cuentos y narraciones, nos guía de nuevo en esa búsqueda de la plenitud, del éxito, la abundancia y de la felicidad.

Jack London relata la historia de Felipe Rivera, un joven mexicano consumido por el fervor revolucionario. En medio de la opresión y la lucha por la libertad de su país, Rivera encuentra su llamado en el boxeo, no por pasión deportiva sino como medio para financiar la causa revolucionaria. En Estados Unidos, enfrenta desafíos que ponen a prueba su determinación y sus habilidades en el ring. Con cada golpe, Rivera no solo busca ganar un combate, sino también apoyar la revolución para liberar a su pueblo.

Welcome to a world where the mists of time part to reveal ancient heroes, fearsome gods, and the mystical landscapes of Ireland. As you listen to this audiobook, you are stepping into the heart of Irish mythology, a realm where history and legend intertwine, and where the stories of the past continue to shape the present.

Through Time and Conflict - The Max Chronicles is an historical adventure that follows the extraordinary lineage of three generations of a courageous whippet named Max, whose loyalty and bravery shape pivotal moments in history.

Brought to you by Penguin. The air glitters with hope as the snowy village of Merrywake celebrates the Christmas season after the tumult of the Napoleonic Wars. As the Viscount’s famous Twelfth Night Ball draws closer, many of the villagers have a story to tell – we meet a lovelorn vicar and...