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A satiric novel by Evelyn Waugh, published in 1930. Set in England between the wars, the novel examines the frenetic but empty lives of the Bright Young Things, young people who indulge in constant party-going, heavy drinking, and promiscuous sex. At the novel's end, the realities of the world intrude, with Adam Fenwick-Symes, the protagonist, serving on a battlefield at the onset of another world war.

The wellsprings of desire and the impediments to love come brilliantly into focus in Evelyn Waugh's masterpiece - a novel that immerses us in the glittering and seductive world of English aristocracy in the waning days of the empire. Through the story of Charles Ryder's entanglement with the Flytes, a great Catholic family, Evelyn Waugh charts the passing of the privileged world he knew in his own youth and vividly recalls the sensuous pleasures denied him by wartime austerities.

Volume 5 of this popular series consists of the following stories: "The Books of Beasts" by Edith Nesbit, "Prince Sneeze" by Henry Beston, "Kind Little Edmund" by Edith Nesbit, "The Plate of Pancakes" by Maude Lindsey, "The Castle of Life" by Edward Deboulyea, "The Glass Dog" by L. Frank Baum, "The Country Called Nanomia" by Evelyn Sharp, "The Sea Dragon" by Alan McCall, "The Professor of Practical Jokes" by Evelyn Sharp...

A boon for booklovers, this audio set features funny, fantastical and poignant stories about people with unique and passionate connections to the written word.

Tony Roberts reads a hilarious Walter R. Brooks story about how Ed - a talking horse - became a voracious reader of adventure tales and mysteries. In a story by Italo Calvino, read by John Shea, a man tries to make the most of his beach holiday by reading and making love at the same time.

After seven years of marriage, the beautiful Lady Brenda Last has grown bored with life at Hetton Abbey, the Gothic mansion that is the pride and joy of her husband, Tony. She drifts into an affair with the shallow socialite John Beaver and forsakes Tony for the Belgravia set. In a novel that combines tragedy, comedy, and savage irony, Evelyn Waugh indelibly captures the irresponsible mood of the "crazy and sterile generation" between the wars.

Keira D’Amato was an all-American runner who used to chase success. But after being injured in her early twenties, she assumed her running career was over, and settled into life as a military spouse and mother of two young children. In her early thirties, she found herself overweight, out of shape, and battling postpartum depression. She knew that improving her fitness would make her feel better, and told herself to just get out and run ninety seconds, down her street and back.

Evelyn Waugh’s first novel, Decline and Fall, is the daring and hilarious tale of Paul Pennyfeather, a theology student expelled from Oxford and sent to teach at a private boys’ school in Wales. Previously a modest young man, Paul finds himself a bit out of place amongst the teachers of Llanabba, who are all misfits, fools, and derelicts themselves: Prendy (the anxious) and Captain Grimes (the drunk), just to name two.

The Heart She Holds is a profound exploration of the essence of womanhood and the quiet, transformative power it brings to relationships. Rooted in emotional intelligence, empathy, and intuitive strength, this book delves into the nature of the feminine spirit—not as a role, but as a living force that nurtures connection, heals conflict, and fosters deep intimacy.

The Ultimate Modern Classics Collection: Volume One is the first instalment in our classics collection focusing on the most important and iconic novels, stories, and poems of the 20th century. Featuring 18 essential modern classics from Orwell, Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Woolf, and many more, and read by a cast of incredible narrators including Iwan Rheon, Ben Allen, Karen Cass, Nathan Osgood, amongst others, this is an essential addition to your library.

This is a podcast for dads and husbands who want to lead with heart, not just habit. I’m here to talk about what really matters—emotional intelligence, presence, and building trust at home—one episode at a time.

Tinker Bell and I have lived a life no one remembers, including her. I was supposed to die, take my secret and our time together to the grave. But fate had a crueler plan. Immortality. Bought for a price I’m intent on never paying. But when the horrors from our past come back to haunt her, there’s nothing I wouldn’t do to defend her honor. Unfortunately, I soon learn protecting her comes with a costly burden that rivals my first.

This audiobook bundle offers you the ultimate guide to achieving a cleaner, more organized home with expert techniques and practical strategies for maintaining a tidy living environment.

It is said that kelpies are creatures born of shadows and moonlight. Mysterious spirits that haunt the rippling surface of lochs and rivers and lure fair maidens into a watery grave. It is also said that a kelpie's beauty is as irresistible as it is deadly and many unwary travellers have been charmed and carried into the depths, only the faintest echoes of their cries lingering above the marshes. Yet many tales speak of a different side to the creature—one that is ancient, a symbol of the untamed forces of nature, wild and unpredictable like the very soul of the water.

Shattered Vows is a raw, redemptive memoir that walks listeners through the aftermath of betrayal, the depths of emotional trauma, and the uncertain road to healing. When Evelyn discovers her husband’s hidden double life, she’s forced to confront not only his deception, but her own unraveling. Through therapy, music, and fiercely honest reflection, she begins to piece together a new identity—not just as a survivor, but as a woman learning to stand again.

To hold the line against racism, we need to know it when we see it. And as the dominant racial group in our society, White people must take up the charge. Racism is more than using racial slurs or overt, hateful speech, and it's more than unintentional slights; it's about an entire system that upholds Whiteness as the preferred standard. Fortunately, detecting it is a skill that can be learned.

La protagonista, Adela Ulloa, se refugia en este rincón de la Selva Negra buscando un paréntesis que suponga un bálsamo en su vida. Allí conocerá la historia de amor que vivieron en 1864 la baronesa Chloris Von Friedman y su amante, el zar Alejandro II. Entre las bambalinas opera una organización secreta internacional que basa sus pilares fundamentales en las doctrinas de Vladímir Ilich Uliánov, alias Lenin, y que pronto se regirá por el fanatismo más radical.

When it was first published, Intuitive Eating was revolutionary in its anti-dieting approach. The authors, both prominent health professionals in the field of nutrition and eating disorders, urge listeners to embrace the goal of developing body positivity and reconnecting with one’s internal wisdom about eating—to unlearn everything they were taught about calorie-counting and other aspects of diet culture and to learn about the harm of weight stigma. Today, their message is more relevant and pressing than ever.

Selah Bailey, an anxious, risk-averse, homebody determined to finally become the main character in her own story, created a list filled with goals and experiences to force her out of her comfort zone and introduce her to a life outside of her front door.

Welcome to Mindful Moments with Dr. Evelyn Davis, a podcast dedicated to inspiring conversations around mental health, social work, self-growth, and encouragement. Hosted by Dr. Evelyn Davis, LCSW, this podcast is a space to pause, reflect, and grow—one mindful moment at a time. Whether you're a social worker, a mental health professional, or simply someone looking for thoughtful encouragement, you’ll find insight, support, and empowerment here. Join us each week for honest conversations, expert advice, and inspiring perspectives to help you thrive!

Als die Physiotherapeutin Mia vor den Scherben ihrer Ehe steht, kreuzt ein Jobangebot gerade zur rechten Zeit ihren Weg: An der Ostsee soll sie sich um Frederik Strothbergs widerspenstige Großmutter Elisabeth kümmern. Elisabeth erweist sich als hartnäckige Patientin, doch ihr kleines Fördehaus entschädigt Mia auf ganzer Linie. Langsam scheint auch ihr Herz zu heilen, als es zwischen ihr und Frederik knistert.