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The classic tale of three little pigs who venture out into the big, wide world and build themselves houses of straw, sticks, and bricks. But when the big bad wolf comes to call, will these little porkers let him in? Not by the hair of their chinny-chin-chins!

High in the mountainous rain forests of Burma and India grow some of the world's last stands of mature, wild teak. For more than a thousand years, people here have worked with elephants to log these otherwise impassable forests and move people and goods (often illicitly) under cover of the forest canopy. In Giants of the Monsoon Forest, geographer Jacob Shell takes us deep into this strange elephant country to explore the lives of these extraordinarily intelligent creatures.

My new billionaire boss looks like he needs something sweet in his life. I graciously offered to let him stick his hand in my candy jar. It has salt water taffy and gummy worms! I can't believe he thought it was inappropriate! In an effort to redeem myself, I set out to show Mace that I wasn't a clumsy, car-destroying, electronic-killing, accident-prone, walking disaster. That lasted all of five minutes before I set his seaweed and quinoa lunch on fire. Yeah, I didn't know that was a thing either.

In Let Them Eat Tweets, best-selling political scientists Jacob S. Hacker and Paul Pierson offer a definitive answer: the Republican Party serves its plutocratic masters to a degree without precedent in modern global history. Conservative parties, by their nature, almost always side with the rich. But when faced with popular resistance, they usually make concessions, allowing some policies that benefit the working and middle classes. After all, how can a political party maintain power in a democracy if it serves only the interests of a narrow and wealthy slice of society?

Die Kinder- und Hausmärchen der Brüder Grimm sind in der ganzen Welt beliebt und prägen den Stil von Märchen bis heute. Hören Sie sich das klassische Märchen „Der Froschkönig“ an, das Ihr Kind faszinieren wird.

From the time of his childhood in rural Kansas, Dwight D. Eisenhower's vision of himself and his country was one of confidence and hope. His hard-working parents taught him self-reliance and nothing that happened in his long career ever eroded this trait. During nearly half a century of service to his country and the world, Eisenhower displayed a deep understanding of the nation's problems, aspirations, and fears that prevailed during both war and peace.

We all know that the very rich have gotten a lot richer these past few decades while most Americans haven't. In fact, the exorbitantly paid have continued to thrive during the current economic crisis, even as the rest of Americans have fallen behind. Why do the "have-it-alls" have so much more? Lots of so-called experts claim to have solved this great mystery, but no one has really gotten to the bottom of it---until now.

What happens when an evil queen envies a princess for her beauty? How does the poor son of a farmer become the killer of giants? And what price is too high for a mermaid to become a human?

Light: Medicine of the Future challenges the modern myth that the sun is dangerous to our well-being and claims that technological advancements, such as most fluorescent lighting, sunglasses, tanning lotions, and our indoor lifestyles, may be more harmful than helpful. Integrating scientific research, clinical experience, and his own insights, Dr. Jacob Liberman has worked effectively with more than 15,000 individuals, from the learning disabled and physically/emotionally traumatized to business executives and Olympic athletes.

Die Märchen der Brüder Grimm faszinieren seit Generationen Kinder und Erwachsene gleichermaßen. Das klassische Märchen Rotkäppchen ist lehrreich und zeitlos zugleich, sie regt die Fantasie an und vermittelt wichtige Werte.

Our first foray into World Heritage sites, World Heritage Sites: Exploring the World’s Greatest Places, celebrated UNESCO’s remarkable initiative, exploring a rich sampling of these sites across the globe. In this exciting sequel of 12 thrilling lectures, World Heritage Sites II: 12 More of the World’s Greatest Places, expert historian Professor Jacobs introduces you to a dozen more extraordinary treasures of archaeology, architecture, art, engineering, and the natural world.

Enter the enchanting world of Sleeping Beauty (Briar Rose), a timeless fairy tale written by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm, now brought to life through the captivating narration of Jynelle Brown. Follow the magical story of a beautiful princess who falls into a deep sleep, cursed by a wicked fairy. Only true love’s kiss can break the spell and awaken her from a century-long slumber.

Embark on a thrilling adventure with the timeless tale of Jack and the Beanstalk, narrated by the captivating voice of Jason Tibor. This classic story follows Jack, a young boy who trades his family’s cow for magical beans, only to discover a towering beanstalk that leads him to a world of wonder—and danger.

We are in the midst of a devastating takeover of our world. The Global Coup d’Ètat shows how, why, and what we can do to stop it.

Journey into the magical world of the Brothers Grimm with the beloved fairy tale "Little Red Riding Hood," brought to life by the engaging narration of Kyle Snyder. This classic story follows the adventures of Little Red Riding Hood, a kind-hearted girl who sets off through the forest to visit her grandmother.

Der preisgekrönte Hollywood-Schauspieler Stanley Tucci lässt uns in sein Leben und in seine Kochtöpfe schauen.

Complimentary Chips & Salsa is a savage, smart, and sharply hilarious guide to getting what you want—and getting away with it. Derrick Jacobs turns bar tabs, college antics, and real-world wins into tactical lessons in charm, confidence, and strategic audacity. This isn’t a self-help book. It’s a playbook. And the first rule? Assume the offer exists.

En lejemorder kommer til den lille svenske by December, og John Wagner bliver trukket ind i endnu en hæsblæsende og dødsenfarlig jagt på liv og død. Er hun nødt til at sælge sin sjæl til djævlen for at fortsætte sin intense private efterforskning? I denne serie er der ingen, der holder sig tilbage, hverken hovedpersonerne eller deres modstandere.

En kvinde findes myrdet i sit hjem i den lille svenske by. John Wagner står over for en tilsyneladende umulig opgave. Han har brug for hjælp til at logge sig ind på Saras computer. Kim Cordell graver i fortiden og tager alle midler i brug for at få styr på de uretfærdigheder, hun har været udsat for. Men hun er på randen af et nervøst sammenbrud, og helvede er så tæt på at bryde løs.

Good health doesn't happen by accident. It's the age-old magic potion which doctors and nutritionists have attempted to conjure up since the beginning of time — the perfect balance of mind and health. It's the perfect blend of nutrition and exercise. With countless diets and workout plans sweeping the nation, it can be difficult to find which ones are legitimate, let alone the one that is the most beneficial to you. The truth is there is no magic potion. Dr. Jacob Rosenstein has analyzed modern diet through years of his personal experience.