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Scotland's Story: A History Of Scotland For Boys And Girls is both a history of Scotland as well as delving into some of its legends. Written with younger readers in mind, it begins with the legend of Prince Gathelus and continues through King George IV (1762 —1830). The author writes, “And here I think I must end, for Scotland has no more a story of her own – her story is Britain's story.” Within the book we will learn of Macbeth, of Robert the Bruce, of the Stewart kings, as well as a romanticized depiction of William Wallace. - Summary by James R Hedrick

This short book was originally written for children, though adults will also find it worthwhile. It tells interesting history of Hereford in western England, its cathedral, and its people. - Summary by david wales

Adapted from a talk given for various New England historical societies and chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), this short book elaborates on the importance of of the spinning wheel as a technology of independence and a symbol of women's labor throughout the centuries, but especially during the American Revolution. The work of spinning is described in thorough detail, along with the processes of preparing flax, wool, and cotton fibers, with a closing call to readers that we should be grateful for (and emulate in our own time) the examples our foremothers set of ...

Dedicatory Letter. Dear Doris, I could not tell you all the things which have ever happened in the world, but I have tried to tell you shortly about all the most important things from the very beginning, even before people had come into the World at all, right down to our own wonderful times. I have chosen the greatest men and women to tell you about, and in reading their stories I hope you will understand better something of what the times were like in which they lived, and what the other people too were like who were not so great and the kind of lives they led. The pictures in the book are ...

Author Elizabeth Latimer synthesizes notes from a variety of sources to produce this summary of the nation of France in the 19th century. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

Sylvia Robson is a beautiful young woman living on a farm in Yorkshire at the end of the 18th century. Many love and are loved by her, most importantly: her parents; their farmhand Kester; her cousin Philip Robson, a shopkeeper in the nearby town of Monkshaven whom Silvia marries; and Charley Kinraid, a whaling harpooner to whom Silvia is secretly engaged before he is pressed into the British navy and mysteriously disappears. The course of true love does not run smooth for Silvia and those who love her. But in the end all find at least some degree of peace.

North and South is set in the fictional industrial town of Milton in the North of England. Forced to leave her home in the tranquil rural south, Margaret Hale settles with her parents in Milton where she witnesses the brutal world wrought by the industrial revolution and employers and workers clashing in the first organized strikes. Sympathetic to the poor whose courage and tenacity she admires and among whom she makes friends, she clashes with John Thornton, a cotton mill manufacturer who belongs to the nouveaux riches and whose contemptuous attitude to workers Margaret despises. (Summary ...

LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of Are The Children at Home? by Margaret Elizabeth Sangster. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for August 5, 2012.Margaret Elizabeth Sangster was an American poet, author, and editor. She was popular in the late 19th and early 20th century. Among Sangster's prose works are several volumes of stories for children, and of these, Little Jamie was written when she was seventeen years old. Hours with Girls and Winsome Womanhood were her most popular works. Her volumes of poetry include, Poems of the Household, Home Fairies and Heart Flowers, On the ...

Immerse yourself in the profound exploration of love, longing, and devotion that resonates through the timeless themes of "Sonnets from the Portuguese." This podcast invites listeners to delve into a rotating collection of audiobooks that celebrate the beauty and complexity of romantic relationships, inspired by the intimate expressions found in love poetry. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering unique interpretations and perspectives on the nature of love, connection, and the human experience. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that capture the ...

I've watched Grace for years. Through every Sunday dinner at the ranch. Every club party where she smiled at men who weren't me. Through her engagement to that VP who thought he could take what was mine. He learned different. Her brother put him in the ground, but I would have made it last longer. Would have carved my name into his corpse for touching her. The president's daughter is supposed to be off-limits. Untouchable. Sacred.

In Elizabeth Bear's All the Windwracked Stars the last of the Valkyries has come to the last city at the end of time, to reclaim the ancient swords of her dead brothers and sisters It all began with Ragnarok, with the Children of the Light and the Tarnished ones battling to the death in the ice...

Listeners can set sail for adventure with this full-length retelling of the live-action Disney film. They’ll follow every swashbuckling step as a brave young man teams up with a high-seas scoundrel to rescue the woman he loves from the clutches of a band of cursed pirates...

Belle wants more out of life than the small provincial town of Villeneuve can offer. There she stands out from the crowd with her unique point of view, her strong-willed independence, and her love of books. She longs for travel and adventure, for a life as exciting as the stories she reads. But...

True wisdom begins with a heart that is willing to say, "Lord, show me Your ways." The Teachable Podcast is a weekly opportunity for women to slow down, lean in, and listen to the truth of God's Word. Through scripture-rich discussions and interviews, we explore what it looks like to live with a "teachable" spirit in a world that tells us we should already know it all. From navigating seasons of waiting to finding beauty in the refining fire, we’re learning to see every circumstance as a classroom for God’s glory. Listen, Learn, and Grow in your daily walk with Jesus Christ

The family seemed intricately bound together with threads frayed with age, yet still strong and permanent . . . until he came. Despite the “crinkled pink petals strewn in the path of those who would have preferred red,” four generations of Eliots have survived the War and are moving forward...

The War had left him a shattered man, but its toll was not nearly so great as losing the love of his life. Few understand Elliot’s anguish at losing Nadine. He came back from the War a shattered and lonely man. But his return to the Eliot family refuge on England’s Hampshire coast is...

Explore the intricate dynamics of love, commitment, and societal expectations in "Lovers' Vows," where the complexities of relationships take center stage. This podcast delves into themes of passion, sacrifice, and the often tumultuous nature of romantic entanglements, inviting listeners to reflect on the vows we make and the consequences that arise from them. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that captures the essence of love in its many forms, from historical tales of forbidden romance to contemporary narratives that challenge traditional notions of partnership. This is not a ...

Jaxon is daring, curious, and thrives in the unknown. He has an insatiable appetite for uncovering mysteries, and his knack for solving ancient puzzles often gets him into (and out of) trouble. Jaxon’s family has a lineage of historians, but unlike his ancestors who remained within libraries, Jaxon has taken his search for knowledge to the farthest and most dangerous corners of the world. To find the legendary "Eternal Atlas," a mystical artifact said to grant its possessor the knowledge of all that has been and all that will be. This search takes him on adventures across continents, ...

Vilka föremål ur ditt liv hade du lämnat in på ett museum för krossade drömmar? Elizabeth Buchan har skrivit en riktig sträckläsningsroman om kärlek, sorg och längtan som sträcker sig från kalla krigets Prag till dagens Paris. PRAG, 1986. Laure arbetar som au pair i en tjeckisk...

Journey back in time to the New England of yesteryear, where the charm of a Puritan village unfolds through the voices of its diverse inhabitants. This podcast invites listeners to explore the rich tapestry of life in a bygone era, characterized by strong contrasts and heartfelt narratives. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that delves into the complexities of human nature, faith, and community, reflecting the strength and tenderness of the period. The unique structure of these stories allows characters to reveal themselves, offering personal insights into the incidents and ...