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A New York Times bestseller John Urschel, mathematician and former offensive lineman for the Baltimore Ravens, tells the story of a life balanced between two passions For John Urschel, what began as an insatiable appetite for puzzles as a child developed into mastery of the elegant systems and...

Timeless poetry for moments of reflection and contemplation. The masters of literature brought together in this unique program.

John Donne, Andrew Marvell, George Herbert, Thomas Carew, and Henry Vaughan: these were some of the 17th-century writers who devised a new form of poetry full of wit, intellect and grace, which we now call Metaphysical poetry. They wrote about their deepest religious feelings and their carnal pleasures in a way that was radically new and challenging to their readers. Their work was largely misunderstood or ignored for two centuries, until 20th-century critics rediscovered it, finding in it a deep originality and a willingness to experiment.

Midnight. Some call it the witching hour. Others call it the devil’s hour. Here in the graveyard, midnight is a very special time. It is a time when ghostly spirits are at their strongest, when the veil between our world and theirs is at its thinnest. Legend has it, that while most of the world is asleep, the lack of prayers allow the spirits to communicate under the cover of darkness, among the headstones, their whispers rustling in the leaves of the old oak trees. But if you’re here in the graveyard, you can tell yourself it’s just the wind....

The 21st century is a world in constant change. In A New Culture of Learning, Doug Thomas and John Seely Brown pursue an understanding of how the forces of change, and emerging waves of interest associated with these forces, inspire and invite us to imagine a future of learning that is as powerful as it is optimistic.

This anthology looks back over some of the great love affairs of literary history. It includes readings of poetry, letters and scenes from fiction written by British poets and authors from Shakespearian times to the twentieth century. Here are real-life romantic couples, such as Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley, John Keats and Fanny Brawne, Lord Byron and Lady Caroline Lamb, Oscar Wilde and Lord Alfred Douglas, and Elizabeth Barrett Browning and Robert Browning.

Brought to you by Penguin. Danny is a paisano, descended from the original Spanish settlers who arrived in Monterey, California, centuries before. He values friendship above money and possessions, so when he suddenly inherits two houses, Danny is quick to offer shelter to his fellow gentlemen of...

William Collins Books and Decca Records are proud to present ARGO Classics, a historic catalogue of classic fiction read by some of the world’s most renowned voices. Originally released as vinyl records, these expertly abridged and remastered stories are now available to download for the first...

A collection of the greatest war poetry ever written, read by some of the 20th century’s most renowned actors. Tragedy, war and humanity are played out in these timeless readings of poetry written about, or on, the battlefield.

Connecting leaders to leaders.

In this gripping tale, Mother Elizabeth Sawyer stands as a symbol of societal injustice—a poor, lonely old woman shunned by her community. Frank, a struggling farmer, is torn between his love for the pregnant Winnifred and the pressures of marrying Susan, the wealthy daughter of a yeoman. Young Cuddy Banks, a hapless clown, yearns for a love that remains unreturned. When Mother Sawyer is wrongfully accused of witchcraft, she turns to dark magic, summoning a talking devil-dog named Tom, her only ally in a world that has forsaken her. As she seeks revenge, she discovers that many around her ...

Ashton-Kirk is a master at unraveling mysteries, yet to those closest to him, he remains an enigma. Young, affluent, and well-connected, he immerses himself in his work with an unyielding passion. Though he brushes off the label of detective, preferring to call himself an investigator, his remarkable contributions have drawn a diverse array of visitors to his door. Scholars, scientists, and those steeped in ancient lore often seek his insights, but it’s the myriad of individuals grappling with criminal conundrums that truly pique his interest. “I’m just more curious than most,” he ...

Distance to the Pin is the first performance-driven golf podcast created by a junior golfer for junior golfers and their parents. Hosted by John Svogun, 2025 U11 Under Armour Golf Spring New England Champion, this show breaks down the practice drills, mindset prep, and challenges specific to junior golfers looking to lower their scores, earn brand sponsorships, and compete at the next level. Each episode goes beyond traditional practice advice to explore what actually moves the needle in junior golf development, from smarter technical training and strength work, to nutrition, recovery, mental ...

In this volume we bring together men of the cloth, those people of faith who spent most of their lives in devotional duties in the service of one so they could, in their spare time, serve another.

For centuries England has always had a leading and admired reputation for its poets and poetry. In this volume we explore those born in the East of England who created such revered, enduring and respected verse.

In this volume we gather together those 17th Century poets and their poems which took poetry in a different but very revealing direction, with their artistry and verse.

In the explosive finale of the Maxx King trilogy, former Army Ranger Maxx King, a cybersecurity expert, faces a conspiracy that could end humanity. From Seattle’s secret labs to Beijing’s frenetic streets and Afghanistan’s war-torn mountains, Maxx and his team of allies—fierce Gabby, steadfast Andres, and loyal Glen—hunt a rogue ex-DARPA scientist, traitor CIA operatives, and an Iranian physicist wielding technology that could trigger chaos on a cataclysmic scale.

George III King of England, a tyrannical and oppressive monarch, forced the 13 colonies of America to declare their independence after many years of intense negotiation to no avail. This audiobook narrated by Mike Vendetti is an extremely important listen, particularly if you fear that our nation is in danger of electing a president with dictatorial powers.

The remaining US aviation forces, along with the US Air Force and US Navy and Marine aviation assets, would not be easily removed from the battle. For the US forces still in-country, this is an untold story of heroism, dedication, and refusal to yield the battlefield despite being largely considered by US political leaders as "expendable."

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