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In the enchanting sixth volume of the Twilight Animal series, join Bobby the Gray Squirrel and his woodland friends as they embark on heartwarming adventures, spreading joy and kindness to a very special new companion. - Summary by Foon

In the captivating seventh volume of the Twilight Animal series, we follow the journey of Buster the Bear, a young cub who lives in a cozy cave in the heart of the woods with his mother. After a run-in with an unfriendly forest creature, Buster finds himself lost and captured, embarking on incredible adventures with humans. Will he find his way back to the safety of the forest, or will his journey lead him to an unexpected fate? (Summary by Foon)

In the exciting second volume of the Twilight Animal series, join our beloved friends Bumper, Fuzzy Wuzz, Goggle Eyes, and the rest of the gang as they embark on new adventures following the thrilling events of Bumper the White Rabbit. Discover what lies ahead for these charming characters in a world filled with wonder and excitement!

Discover the intriguing world of the kea (Nestor notabilis), the only alpine parrot on the planet and a unique treasure of New Zealands South Island. Known for its playful intelligence and cheeky antics—like tearing apart unsuspecting campers tents or raiding their packs—this large parrot holds a special place in the hearts of many New Zealanders. However, the keas story is bittersweet; once revered, it now faces the threat of extinction. Its decline began in the 19th century, driven by European settlers, their sheep, and the bounties placed on kea beaks. Written in 1907, The Kea a New ...

Join us as we embark on a delightful journey into the world of animals with Bumper the charming white rabbit. Alongside his friends—Mr. Blind Rabbit, Fuzzy Wuzz, and Goggle Eyes—Bumpers adventures unfold in the enchanting woods. Meet Bobby Gray Squirrel, Stripe the chipmunk, and Webb the flying squirrel, as well as the ever-popular Buster and White Tail, who are surrounded by an abundance of companions. These captivating Twilight Animal Stories are a heartfelt tribute to all the little boys and girls who cherish wild animals. So step outside and immerse yourself in nature, where listening ...

Immerse yourself in this captivating fictionalized biography of Cardinal Richelieu, a figure shrouded in mystery and controversy. Based on a purportedly authentic manuscript from someone closely connected to the events, this three-volume narrative explores the life of one of Frances most powerful statesmen. Was Richelieu a brilliant strategist or a cunning villain? Perhaps he embodied both roles. Rising to prominence under the regency of Mary de Medici, he skillfully maneuvered to keep Louis XIII under his control. Renowned for his foreign policy, he also engaged in complex schemes to foster ...

Discover the musicians, music and venues behind America's vibrant Northeast singer-songwriter scene. Interviews and live performances every episode!

Step into the world of George Eliots timeless Victorian classic, published in 1876, where two captivating narratives intertwine. The first follows the journey of Gwendolen, a striking young beauty who evolves from a self-absorbed figure into a thoughtful woman with a broadened perspective on life. The second narrative centers on Daniel Deronda, the adopted son of an English aristocrat, whose life takes a transformative turn when he encounters the ailing Jewish philosopher Mordecai and his compassionate sister, Mirah. Join us as we explore themes of identity, culture, and the human experience ...

A wide-ranging selection of George Orwell's essays, written in the clear-eyed, passionate and uncompromising style that has earned him a reputation as one of Britain's greatest writers.

Bill, an IT manager at Parts Unlimited, has been tasked with taking on a project critical to the future of the business, code named Phoenix Project. But the project is massively over budget and behind schedule. The CEO demands Bill must fix the mess in 90 days, or else Bill’s entire department will be outsourced. With the help of a prospective board member and his mysterious philosophy of the Three Ways, Bill starts to see that IT work has more in common with manufacturing plant work than he ever imagined.

Written as private reflections rather than a formal treatise, Meditations offers timeless insight into discipline, clarity of thought, and inner resilience. This audiobook presents a curated selection of passages from the public-domain writings of the Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius, drawn from the classic English translation by George Long. These reflections focus on personal responsibility, impermanence, emotional control, and the practice of reason in daily life.

Give your child a full year of peaceful bedtime moments with 365 calming stories—one for every day of the year. Each short tale is gentle, easy to follow, and thoughtfully designed to help little listeners slow down, relax, and settle in for sleep. Your child will drift into simple adventures filled with friendship, courage, curiosity, problem-solving, and kindness. Every story is read in a warm, real human voice that engages without overstimulating, paired with steady, soothing pacing to support a smooth transition into rest.

The Richest Man in Babylon, based on "Babylonian parables", has been hailed as the greatest of all inspirational works on the subject of thrift, financial planning, and personal wealth. In simple language, these fascinating and informative stories set you on a sure path to prosperity and its accompanying joys. A celebrated bestseller, it offers an understanding and a solution to your personal financial problem. Revealed inside are the secrets to acquiring money, keeping money, and making money earn more money.

This delightful collection of 13 children’s classic stories features Alice in Wonderland, The Bell, A Christmas Carol, Cinderella, Emily of New Moon, The Little Match Girl, The Little Mermaid, Little Red Riding Hood, Scourge of the Desert, The Secret Garden, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

The now-classic Metaphors We Live By changed our understanding of metaphor and its role in language and the mind. Metaphor, authors George Lakoff and Mark Johnson explain, is a fundamental mechanism of mind, one that allows us to use what we know about our physical and social experience to provide understanding of countless other subjects. Because such metaphors structure our most basic understandings of our experience, they are "metaphors we live by"—metaphors that can shape our perceptions and actions without our ever noticing them.

"1984", le livre légendaire écrit par George Orwell, enfin disponible dans une nouvelle traduction française. Un regard terrifiant sur l'avenir et une menace très claire sur ce que pourrait être notre futur, avec un État omniprésent et ultra-répressif. 1984 est le livre incontournable de l'anticipation distopique. L'histoire : Dans le futur, le monde a été divisé en trois empires qui se combattent en permanence : L'Océanie, l'Asie de l'Est et l'Eurasie. "1984" se passe à Londres, dans l'Océanie, une dictature.

One of the most significant books ever written by a head of state, the Meditations are a collection of philosophical thoughts by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius (121-180 ce). Covering issues such as duty, forgiveness, brotherhood, strength in adversity and the best way to approach life and death, the Meditations have inspired thinkers, poets and politicians since their first publication more than 500 years ago. Today, the book stands as one of the great guides and companions—a cornerstone of Western thought.

Listen on if you dare! This unique in-world collection hallows the spooky tales and ghost stories that would have kept young Luke and Leia up at night. Created by George Mann and Grant Griffin—the same team behind the stunning Star Wars: Myths & Fables—these seven frightful fables have been carefully woven from the expansive fabric that is the Star Wars galaxy.

In The Next 100 Years, Friedman turns his eye on the future. Drawing on a profound understanding of history and geopolitical patterns dating back to the Roman Empire, he shows that we are now, for the first time in half a millennium, experiencing the dawn of a new historical cycle.

THE BOOK BEHIND THE SECOND SEASON OF GAME OF THRONES, AN ORIGINAL SERIES NOW ON HBO. In this sequel to A Game of Thrones, George Martin pursues the embattled Seven Kingdoms through a bitter 10-year winter in which good and evil contend for power. When cruel Queen Cerisi's son takes the Iron...