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Spring 1905, England. When Helen Schlegel goes to stay at Howards End - the country home of the Wilcox family, her own life, along with that of her sister Margaret, is changed forever. This is the tale of three families at the beginning of the twentieth century: the rich Wilcoxes, the gentle...

For young dance lovers, a picture book about a young boy whose father has the unique position as a ballet dancer. Written by American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Thomas Forster. Ben and his friends are playing in their favorite part of the classroom-- the dress-up corner! They are talking...

A new authorial voice relaying true stories that are likely to both horrify you and make you laugh out loud. Events and conversations are told with pace, humour and humanity as the author shares with you her memories of the situations she has lovingly endured while at the mercy of her numerous foster boys. It is heart warming, heart breaking and heartfelt in equal measures.

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Christmas is coming and the world is joyful for everyone but Josie Bates. A devastating miscarriage, her employer's pending retirement, and her husband's overseas job have left her alone and adrift—until Lily Daye dies and names Josie executor of her estate. Josie has no idea who this woman is, but her will is simple and her possessions meager. In the spirit of the season, Josie accepts the job. Yet behind Lily's seemingly modest existence lies a complex, mysterious life.

Collected here are three of E.M. Forster's classic novels: "A Room With a View," "Howards End" and "A Passage to India," each a stand-alone masterpiece and all of them celebrated as among the finest novels of early 20th century literature.

The story - one of Forster's darkest tales - revolves around a trip to India by British schoolmistress Adela Quested and her companion, Mrs. Moore. After meeting with a local physician, Dr. Aziz, the two visitors travel with him on a tour of the famous Marabar Caves. While exploring a dark cave alone, Adela is forced to fend off a mysterious attacker and Dr. Aziz - who became separated from the party - is accused of assault.

Long hailed as one of the most brilliant and beloved authors of the Edwardian era, E.M. Forster's works have become among the most critically acclaimed and cherished novels of the past hundred years and have been adapted numerous times for the stage and screen. "A Room With a View" and "Howards End" are presented here in their original and unabridged formats, narrated by renowned audiobook performer Sara Nichols, best known for her readings of Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" and Willa Cather's Prairie Trilogy.

The story revolves around three disparate families: the idealistic Schlegels (consisting of Margaret, Helen and brother Tibby), the wealthy Wilcox family (parents Henry and Ruth and their children) and the impoverished Basts (Leonard and his wife Jacky). When the Wilcox family moves to London and discover they are living close to their new acquaintances the Schlegels, a friendship is kindled between the infirm Ruth Wilcox and Margaret Schlegel. Ruth - who has a strong attachment to her country house called Howards End - pens a note leaving the house to Margaret.

High-Speed-Wandel überall. Die Welt ist konfrontiert mit tiefgreifenden Umbrüchen, geopolitisch ebenso wie wirtschaftlich. Digitale Technologien krempeln die Arbeitswelt um. Die Wellen des Wandels lassen sich nicht aufhalten, aber wir können und müssen lernen, auf ihnen zu surfen. Um in dieser Welt voller Umbrüche und tiefgreifender Disruptionen erfolgreich zu navigieren, werden wir sieben Superkräfte benötigen. Welche das sind, welche Wirkung sie erzeugen und wo wir diese finden können, beschreibt die Managementvordenkerin und Bestsellerautorin Anja Förster.

The most romantic literary lovers in history: Anne Elliot and Captain Wentworth. Lucy Honeychurch and George Emerson. Helen Graham and Gilbert Markham. Now, all three of their classic stories are collected in one volume: the Classic Romance Collection - Volume III featuring Jane Austen's "Persuasion," E.M. Forster's "A Room With a View," and Anne Brontë's "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall."

In 1961, an adventurous law student gets a passport and picks up where Jack Kerouac left off, undertaking an unparalleled trip, pre-drug cartel, hitchhiking solo from Wisconsin through middle America to Texas, then thousands of miles down the Pan-American Highway through Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama to the Panama Canal – likely the first time, and maybe the only time, such a journey has been done, particularly alone.

One of E.M. Forster's most beloved and critically-acclaimed works, "A Room With a View" follows the journeys—both abroad and romantically—of young Lucy Honeychurch, a British girl during the Edwardian era with a distinctly independent nature. On a trip to Italy, with her chaperone Miss Charlotte Bartlett in tow, Lucy encounters a Mr. Emerson and his son George.

Georg Forster war gerade einmal 17 Jahre alt, als er an der zweiten Weltumseglung von James Cook teilnehmen durfte. Er war aber auch kein gewöhnlicher Jugendlicher. Schon mit 13 machte er sich als Autor und Übersetzer einen Namen – selbst Goethe bewunderte Sprache und Erkenntnisschärfe des jungen Schriftstellers, der später auch noch Naturforscher und Revolutionär wurde. Frank Arnold liest aus Georg Forsters 1777 publiziertem Werk "Reise um die Welt", auf der er Eisberge mit den eigenen Händen berührte oder sich am Strand von Tahiti für die Bewohner der Südsee begeisterte.

"In the fast-paced world of ideas and innovation, the ability to convey your thoughts concisely and compellingly is more critical than ever. "How to Deliver a Winning Elevator Pitch" by Joshua Forst is an essential guide for anyone looking to make an impact with their words in a limited amount of time. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or a student stepping into the world of opportunities, this book equips you with the tools to present your ideas confidently and effectively.

In den Öfen prasseln die Holzscheite, draußen wirbelt großflockiger Schnee - die Bewohner des englischen Örtchens Byford freuen sich auf besinnliche Festtage. Doch mit der Besinnlichkeit ist es nicht weit her: Der heftige Schneefall droht das Dorf von der Außenwelt abzuschneiden und dann versetzt auch noch die Nachricht von einem Mord im Pfarrhaus die Gemeinde in Angst und Schrecken.

Ein niveauvolles, spannendes und schonungslos "gesprochenes Verständnis" zum Tabuthema "Callboy". Alles über Menschsein, Leben, Sexualität, Vorurteile, Freiheit und Liebe als größte universelle Macht. Tina & Nick erzählen sehr lebendig, mutig, humorvoll und ehrlich ihre abenteuerliche Liebesgeschichte, als wäre man selbst hautnah dabei. Nick gibt Einblicke in seine erotische Arbeit, lässt Kundinnen zu Wort kommen , warum sie ihn buchen. Tina erklärt, wie sie mit Eifersucht, Angst, Zweifel und möglicher Lüge umgeht.

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In the 1960s, a relentless school bully makes Catherine's life a living hell. She retreats inward, relying on a rich fantasy life–swinging through the jungle wrapped in Tarzan’s protective arms–and fervent prayers to a God she does not trust. She fasts until she feels faint, she ties a rough rope around her waist as penance, hoping God will see her worthy of His help.

Nichts interessiert den Menschen so sehr wie der Mensch Im Psychologie Hörbuch der ZEIT Akademie macht Sozialpsychologe Prof. Dr. Jens Förster uns mit den Grundzügen des menschlichen Verhaltens bekannt. In einer Art Einführung in die Grundlagen der Psychologie des »normalen« Menschen zeigt er, dass das Gedächtnis als Basis allen Denkens und Fühlens funktioniert. Was treibt uns an und warum? Anhand faszinierender Beispiele aus der Forschung zeigt der Sozialpsychologe, dass Gefühle viel häufiger im Spiel sind, als wir meinen. Dennoch ist es der Verstand, der uns Menschen einzigartig macht.