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A thrilling, darkly comic journey of a Black musician making his way from the trenches of the Somme, to the jazz clubs of Harlem, to the illicit inner sanctum of Woodrow Wilson’s White House, by the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award-winning author of James. In 1918, Arthur Champion is one...

This work has grown out of the desire frequently expressed to the writer when he has been lecturing on the American Revolution, that in some way the experiences of the people as well as the deeds of the armies in that trying period might be presented to the present generation. The author has given to the public this narrative, in which the course of the armies in the various campaigns is followed and, at the same time, many of the forgotten or ignored experiences and deeds of the common people are also incorporated. (Summary by the author)

We have seen that as mankind rises in the scale of civilization the body becomes increasingly less important. Nevertheless, I wish it to be clearly understood, that I do not maintain that it is preferable to be ill than well, but only that each state has its own peculiar privileges, which are rarely interchangeable. Health and sickness are merely different roads to achievement. The earth requires rain as well as sunshine; we need both tears and laughter; navvies are necessary and so are philosophers. The book details how people from many professions who had some or other physical disability or...

From “one of the brightest stars in the British crime writing firmament” (John Connolly, New York Times bestselling author), a twisty thriller that combines Agatha Christie with Shutter Island as it follows a group of strangers in a race against time to stop a serial killer. Ten strangers...

Since the publication of Le Bons’ book, The Crowd, little has been added to our knowledge of the mechanisms of crowd behavior. As a practical problem, the habit of crowd-making is daily becoming a more serious menace to civilization. Events are making it more and more clear that, pressing as are certain economic questions, the forces which threaten society are really psychological.

After another failed gallery opening, struggling artist, Wyatt Brone, receives the sudden news that his world-renowned, artist uncle has committed suicide. As part of his inheritance, Wyatt receives a painting from his uncle's collection. This painting also comes with a mysterious letter that says as long as Wyatt obeys these three simple rules, all of Wyatt's dreams will come true. Wyatt obeys the simple rules, and everything about his life begins to turn around, seemingly overnight.

You’ve never heard of Roman Ganzha. But if you lived or worked in America between 1997 and 2016, there’s a good chance he stole from you. The Spider King is the never-before-told true story of a Ukrainian child prodigy who became one of the most dangerous cybercriminals and real-world...

Discover the incredible journeys of courageous teenaged girls and young women throughout history in this collection of twenty inspiring short stories. Each tale highlights their heroic deeds and unwavering spirit. - Summary by Beeswaxcandle

A crime festival on a remote Scottish island. A crumbling Victorian hotel. Eight authors . . . and a ruthless killer. Welcome to Holly Island, where the annual Christmas crime-writing festival is about to begin. Eight writers are already in residence at the island’s solitary hotel. But before...

This engaging narrative stems from the authors desire to share the untold stories of everyday people during the American Revolution. While highlighting the pivotal campaigns and military strategies of the time, the author also shines a light on the often-overlooked experiences and contributions of the common folk. This captivating account aims to connect the past with the present, offering a fresh perspective on a defining moment in history. (Summary by the author)

Enjoy a cozy conversation with players and hear all about what is going on in the Silvertips next to a blazing fire thanks to our sponsors of Anthony's Woodfire Grill. Production support provided by the Snohomish Podcast Network.

Grace in the Breaking is a faith-anchored podcast for anyone walking through loss, uncertainty, or seasons that feel overwhelming. Hosted by Elizabeth Everett, the show explores what happens when life strips away what once felt secure—and God reveals what truly remains.After a rapid unraveling of health, marriage, career, relationships, and watching her son battle addiction, Elizabeth found herself at the end of her own strength. It was there—pressed, undone, and surrendered—that she discovered a deeper truth: God was enough, and she was never alone.Each episode creates a safe, honest ...

Discover the untamed heart of America’s Southeast, where misty mountains meet endless wetlands and history whispers from every trail. In Southeast National Parks Adventure: Exploring Nature’s Best in the Southeast, Everett Wilder takes you on an unforgettable journey through the region’s most breathtaking national parks, from the towering peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains to the mysterious depths of the Everglades.

Un afamado pintor de mediana edad nos cuenta cómo se ha librado del peso de un secreto que no le permitía vivir. Un secreto lleva a otro y a otro hasta que la comunicación con los más cercanos resulta imposible. El protagonista cuenta su viaje juvenil a El Salvador atravesado por la muerte y la violencia, un affair amoroso en París y su fracturada vida familiar en los Estados Unidos. Una historia actual contada con una sencillez de lenguaje llamativa y que alcanza una gran profundidad.

In 1992—when Amy Fisher dominated every news channel—there lived two men. The first was a once-prominent cartoonist who had a very public fall from grace. The other was an alcoholic who worked in a landfill. Both lived in different parts of the country and led completely separate...

After a ruthless act leaves beautiful young police woman Lauren fighting for life, her family points the blame at her brand new boyfriend, Justin Whitlock. Drowning in his own guilt and disheartened by the life path he’s chosen, the anguished young man decides to leave everything behind and start anew. Having no real plan and nothing but time, he heads out on the open highway in search of answers; attempting to discover the motive and men responsible for his friend’s tragedy. But he's also doing some serious soul searching as well.

In the idyllic surroundings of Trevlyn, Monica finds joy in her life with her father and step-brother. However, their happiness hangs by a thread as the estate is set to pass to a distant cousin, an arrangement entailed strictly to the male line. Can she bear the thought of her invalid brother being uprooted from the only home he’s ever known? Faced with a heart-wrenching choice, should she marry this distant cousin to secure their future at Trevlyn? Is love even possible under such circumstances? And what of her old childhood friend, whom her cousin seems to despise? With secrets lurking ...

Truth be told, in his ongoing battle with the Threetrees Cleaning Company, Mr. Gitting, couldn’t be doing more badly if he tried. Except it turns out that he could… The terrible fact is, Mrs. Threetrees and her little yellow van are having an effect across the neighbourhood that is nothing short of catastrophic - and only getting worse! Last man standing in a world he barely recognises any more, it can only be a matter of time before they get him too.

Eight glorious stories of love and loss, drama and glamour, and hope and rejection from the acclaimed actor and “supremely gifted writer” (The Sunday Times, London) Rupert Everett. In his first, “engrossing and delightful” (Town & Country) collection of stories—drawn from the wealth of...

Micah has done the research and has all but proven his theory. He's confident that he can single-handedly solve the world's devastating water crisis—he just needs the funding. After a shocking financial setback to his own non-profit's crucial fundraising attempt, Micah takes the world's fate into his own hands. Convinced his discovery of a freshwater well deep within the Pacific Ocean is the solution to the world's depleting water sources, Micah recruits his wife, a scientist and philanthropist in her own right, two professional acquaintances and one stranger to help him achieve his goal.