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In this Audible Exclusive performance by Matt Lucas of Great Expectations, Charles Dickens demonstrates that conscience, loyalty and empathy are virtues far more valuable than intellect, wealth and social standing. First published in Dickens’ own periodical, All the Year Round, the novel was divided into nine monthly instalments, from December 1860 to August 1861. Unsurprisingly, it was an instant success and managed to sell over 100,000 copies per week. Though written at a challenging time in Dickens’ life, when the impending breakdown of his marriage loomed over him, Great Expectations proves to be one of his most optimistic, comical and romantic novels.

First published in 1843, it tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean and unpleasant man who dislikes people generally and Christmas especially. One Christmas Eve he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come and given a glimpse of the many homes and lives which Scrooge has touched in his wretched life to date. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.

Every parent wants two things for their children: One is to have a rich, imaginative life; the other is to have everything they need to be physically healthy. Well, as far as colorful lives and staying healthy are concerned, Short Stories or Kids by Kids Club is just the thing! Using the most famous children's stories—including Aesop's Fables, The Three Little Pigs, Hansel and Gretel, and many more—this book will help your child enrich their life through the magic of storytelling and provide a wonderful, gadget-free sleep routine to help them recover from long, hectic days!

This enticing ensemble of children’s classic stories with sound effects and original songs features a full cast of voice actors, including multi-award-winning voice talent Barbara Rosenblat and ATC Seneca Award-nominee Georgia Lee Schultz. Included in the collection are Alice in Wonderland, Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Little Red Riding Hood, and International Radio Festival-winner Scourge of the Desert.

Candid, short, and accessible, Winning the Loser's Game walks you through the process of developing and implementing a powerful investing strategy that generates solid profits year after year. In this eagerly awaited new edition, Charles D. Ellis applies the expertise developed over his long, illustrious career. This updated edition includes: new chapters on bond investing, how investor behavior affects returns, and how technology and big data are challenging traditional investment decision; and more.

yellow bird project制作、世界の童話シリーズ第150話。大人も子供も楽しめる童話オーディオブックを、多彩なキャストとBGMでお届けします。『深いイバラに包まれた森の奥にある、古い大きなお城。このお城には、ある言い伝えがありました。それは100年も昔、恐ろしい魔法使いによって死の呪いをかけられたお姫様を守るため、妖精が魔法をかけて、お城ごと、お姫様を永い眠りにつかせたというもの。偶然その話しを耳にしたとある国の王子は、その言い伝えを確かめるため、一人イバラの森に足を踏み入れました。』

Audible’s bold new addition to the Sherlock Holmes universe dares to ask: What if Holmes’ most villainous nemesis was actually an innocent man?

The classic samurai novel about the real exploits of the most famous swordsman. Miyamoto Musashi becomes a reluctant hero to a host of people whose lives he has touched and by whom he has been touched. Inevitably, he has to pit his skill against the naked blade of his greatest rival.

The siege is over, but the war is far from won. After narrowly defending the Black Witch’s castle from a monstrous assault, Nick Gallows returns home to a city in mourning. But War waits for no one. A brutal power struggle, a dangerous rescue, and a marriage forged in the heart of conflict push Nick to his limits.

Most people believe rest is the same as sleep. But true restoration goes deeper. You can wake up tired if your mind is cluttered, your emotions are bottled, or your spirit feels empty. Rest is not just about closing your eyes; it is about renewing every part of who you are. In Beyond Sleep, author Denise St. Charles reveals the 9 types of rest that restore energy, balance, and peace. Drawing on real-life case studies, reflection prompts, affirmations, and practical checklists, this book is a complete guide to living restfully in a busy, demanding world.

Saying all priests and preachers are good people is like saying all politicians are honest. That is a bridge too far. So, have a laugh at this bewildering congregation of ghosts who were in limbo, the name of the place between Heaven and Hell where they were free of their vows of silence and were able to giggle at the confessions they had heard and even their own follies that they owned up to when the pressure was off.

Albert Einstein est l'une des plus grandes icônes de notre époque : ce scientifique fuyant l'oppression, avec ses cheveux en bataille et ses yeux pétillants, son humanité attachante et son intelligence hors du commun, est devenu synonyme de génie.

The Homefront Sleuths thought their biggest challenge would be planning Blake and Katherine's perfect autumn wedding. But when a mysterious government inspector turns up dead at the Harvest Festival, their cozy village celebration becomes the scene of something sinister. What starts as a puzzling murder quickly becomes a race against time. Missing microfilm, coded messages, and suspicious "diplomats" suggest this case is far more dangerous than anything the Sleuths have faced before. With potential Nazi spies lurking behind familiar faces, no one in Crofter's Green is above suspicion.

Hors Marché, le podcast de Charles Collas qui explore l’investissement immobilier sous toutes ses formes, avec un focus sur les locaux commerciaux et l’immobilier commercial. Des discussions concrètes entre investisseurs : analyse de deals, retours d’expérience, conseils pratiques sur la négociation, le financement ou encore la gestion. Un regard sur les stratégies d’investissement du terrain, loin des discours théoriques. Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

When Matt stops at a diner on the edge of a strange town, it seems that everyone in the restaurant knows him personally, though he’s never seen any of them before. As he wonders how they know his dining preferences and other intimate details of his life, someone appears who makes him contemplate his reality. His wife makes a terrible confession regarding their marriage on her death bed. He’s angry and bitter and seeking answers as the world around him crumbles into ruin. What will he do though, when he realizes she isn’t quite done with him yet?

It’s Not Too Late: A Quick Guide for Rewriting Life in Your 40s and Beyond is a warm, encouraging guide for anyone standing at midlife and wondering what comes next. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by regrets, stuck in old patterns, or uncertain about your future, this book is for you. Author Denise St. Charles invites you into a conversation filled with compassion, honesty, and hope. Through ten thought-provoking chapters framed as guiding questions, you will explore where you are, what you want, and how to embrace change with courage.

Le grillon, esprit protecteur de la maison, symbolise la fidélité et la chaleur domestique. Après épreuves et révélations, l'harmonie revient : l'amour sincère triomphe et tous se réconcilient. La nouvelle joue sur l'humour et l'ironie pour montrer que l'intelligence pratique et le bon sens permettent parfois de déjouer des contraintes sociales ou financières.

Shards of Fate is the compelling story about the immortal Kamae Caineson. A man whose three-century-long slumber has recently come to an end one cold and rainy night in a Los Angeles museum. Kamae struggles with adjusting to life in the modern world with only his children and their friends to aid him. He must once again thrust himself into the very fight he tried to escape at the beginning of the 18th century, in order to rescue his beloved from the grasp his ancient enemy has mystically placed her in.

This engaging collection of seven classic children’s stories presented by Voices in the Wind Audio Theatre includes Alice In Wonderland, Alice Through the Looking Glass, Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, The Secret Garden, and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Each story is performed by a full cast of award-winning voice actors enhanced by sound effects and music. Timeless classics that are sure to entice the imagination of the very young and the young at heart!

In this classic children's tale of triumph over adversity, Cinderella is condemned to a life of servitude by an uncaring stepmother and the constant torment of her jealous stepsisters. Throughout her suffering, Cinderella maintains her kindness, until one day she is rewarded by meeting her true love - the handsome Prince. Featuring Georgia Lee Schultz as Cinderella, Mary Ellen Herder as the Stepmother, and Michael Dick as the Narrator. This dramatized version features a full cast of characters, music, and engaging sound effects.