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In this charming 1877 book of grammar instruction for children, we are introduced to the nine parts of speech and learn about the rules that govern them in Grammar-Land. "Judge Grammar is far mightier than any Fairy Queen, for he rules over real kings and queens down here in Matter-of-fact-land. Our kings and queens have all to obey Judge Grammar’s laws, or else they would talk what is called bad grammar; and then, even their own subjects would laugh at them, and would say: “Poor things! They are funny fellows, these nine Parts-of-Speech. You will find out by-and-by which you like best ...

Victoria was a young, naïve, single school teacher. Her only desire was to be respected at her job. The boys in her class teased and jostled for her approval. At first it appeared little more than classroom banter. All teachers were warned that it was every young boy's dream to entice a young, pretty teacher into a sexual tryst. Very soon male students became rivals.

A collection of Christmas, Winter, and New Year tales and poems compiled by Ada M. Skinner and Eleanor L. Skinner (Summary by RomaSingh)

Alana Eldralin had everything a young Stravad could ask for: a loving family, a powerful legacy, and the leadership of Temeron in her future. She wanted nothing more than to follow in her father’s footsteps, becoming Stravad Leader in his stead. She wasn’t prepared for her entire life to be turned upside down.

Millie Hargrove traut ihren Augen nicht, als sie die Transportkiste für das neue Theaterstück öffnet: Statt eines chinesischen Glücksdrachen liegt darin ein toter Koch – mit einem japanischen Hackmesser in der Brust. Während Sheriff Rick Moreno wegen Zahnschmerzen kaum weiß, wo ihm der Kopf steht, nimmt Millie die Ermittlungen einfach selbst in die Hand. Doch nichts ist so, wie es scheint: Der Restaurantbesitzer übernimmt kurzerhand das Kochen für seinen ermordeten Angestellten, bevor eine zweite Leiche auftaucht.

La fragilidad del campamento emprende un recorrido histórico y filosófico, partiendo de la antigüedad, cuando un hombre podía ser condenado a muerte por motivos de disidencia religiosa, hasta nuestros tiempos, donde la aceptación de las diferencias es el componente básico para la construcción de cualquier democracia verdadera.

No one will hire me to work in their toxic workplace. Worse, with the Bellicose gone, the city is eerily quiet, and my biological family won’t leave me alone. While scoping out the too-quiet city and practicing my new skills, I discover something much more dangerous than the Bellicose. The human government is snooping around our battle sites and knows about us. When I make a big mistake, I once again find myself in Allure and discover the Queen is missing. Needing to focus on my own life, I decide to let the purebloods handle it.

Tras la desaparición de Erica Sands, la policía se enfrenta a una escena desconcertante: una casa reducida a cenizas, un bote hallado a la deriva y ninguna pista clara de lo ocurrido. Mientras intentan recomponer los hechos, una figura del pasado vuelve a actuar. Más impredecible. Más...

Four American Indians by Edson L. Whitney and Frances M. Perry, gives a short history of King Philip, Sachem of the Wampanoags; Pontiac, an Ottawan chief; Tecumseh, a Shawnee chief; and Osceola, a Seminole chief. Along with the history of each leader, insights on daily living among these different tribes is given. (Summary by Laura Victoria)

Un podcast de izquierda, irreverente y latinoamericano.Voces hartas de callar, que se ríen, analizan y desahogan sobre lo que nos tiene hasta la M.Humor, conciencia y verdad.🎙️ No nos quejamos… solo decimos la verdad.

From the Introduction: "Nature stories, legends, and poems appeal to the young reader’s interest in various ways. Some of them suggest or reveal certain facts which stimulate a spirit of investigation and attract the child’s attention to the beauty and mystery of the world. Others serve an excellent purpose by quickening his sense of humour." This is a charming collection of stories, legends, and poems about autumn harvest, Halloween, and Thanksgiving translated from the Danish, French, German, and others. There are animal stories and poems by some very famous authors and poets. All in all...

A book compiling stories, legends, and poems about summer and nature, piquing reader's interests by appealing to the reader's fancy, quickening his/her sense of humor, or attract his/her attention to some spiritual significance. - Summary by RomaSingh Proof-listeners: Aysh & Michele Eaton

Orphaned as a babe, Alix has known only the mission in Marsino. It has been both a sanctuary and a prison. As the only full-blooded Stravad in residence, she has suffered prejudice and isolation, except at night. That’s when her dream lover visits. Beyond the dreams, Alix feels certain that this is the life she’s meant to lead, until the day she’s ordered to translate for a Stravad prisoner. Suddenly her dream is now a nightmare and she is caught in the middle of it. Survival means she must betray everything she believes to save herself, but saving herself means he must die!

In retelling the mythological story of Orpheus the musician, Winifred Hutchinson covers the singer's education by the nine Muses in Part 1, covering the Creation, the Gods vs. the Titans, Prometheus, Deucalion and Pyrrha, Cadmus, and other stories; in Part 2 she recounts Orpheus' life, including the marriage of Orpheus and Eurydice, and Eurydice's death. Hutchinson's retelling of classical myths were popular at a time when classical topics were gradually deemphasized. The author's rendering of the stories often add an unexpected but refreshing angle for the reader/listener. - Summary by Mark ...

Una novela épica sobre los secretos familiares y el poder del amor Por la autora del aclamado best-seller La luz entre los océanos «Una historia grande y valiente. [ ] Me cautivó desde el principio.» Bonnie Garmus De la autora de La luz entre los océanos , un aclamado best-seller traducido a cuarenta y cinco idiomas y convertido en un éxito internacional, llega Una vida lejana , una novela ambiciosa y profundamente conmovedora en la que M. L.

M. R. L. Sharpe, (Maud Russell Lorraine Carpenter) was Boston socialite and activist for animal rights and vegetarianism. These ethical considerations are the basis for these meatless recipes rather than considerations of health. They cover a wide range of culinary creations from nuts, rice, and eggs through cheese, salads, and desserts. - Summary by Larry Wilson

A thrall is supposed to be a grateful, willing servant, and constant source for their Vampyre Lord. I am not willing and I despise being in his presence. The days have blurred together ever since he forced his blood down my throat. This is supposed to be illegal in society, but the laws don’t apply to the Vampyre King. It doesn’t matter how much I fight him off and refuse to bend to his will despite his blood running through my veins–it only makes him want me more. Apparently I’m an anomaly. No one has ever refused the call of a Vampyre’s blood.

The Monarchs of Hell have reigned over our realm with a brutal iron fist since the Devil himself went to sleep. They have spent centuries in power, ostracizing hybrids to purify bloodlines. I refuse to sit on the sidelines any longer—I’m the daughter of the Grim Reaper and Princess of the House of Death, a hybrid demon with a voice that demands to be heard. I'm determined to change it all and to fight for a future of equality and freedom for everyone in Hell.

Rediscover the magic of a Prince Edward Island winter in this enchanting collection of holiday classics from the beloved author of Anne of Green Gables. From frost-dusted pines and crackling hearths to the unmistakable warmth of kindred spirits, L.M. Montgomery weaves her signature magic in...

The time for our final fight is upon us... but how does one prepare to go against Heaven itself? My father tried to kill me. Yet in the same moment the blade met my throat, the rot beneath Alfemir's carefully constructed front was laid bare for all to see. With Alfemir liberated, the upper...