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One of the greatest novels of the 19th century. Jean Valjean, who for decades has been hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert after breaking parole, agrees to care for a factory worker's daughter. The decision changes their lives forever.

Beatrix Potter's most famous tales in one wonderful collection.

Accompanied by Lucy Renshaw, Edwards toured Egypt in the winter of 1874. They journeyed southwards from Cairo in a manned houseboat. The two women visited Philae and ultimately reached Abu Simbel, where they remained for six weeks. Their boat joined a flotilla with another female English traveler, Marianne Brocklehurst, also travelling with a female companion.

The stories in this collection can be traced back to Middle Eastern folk tales compiled in Arabic during the Islamic Golden Age The works were collected over many centuries by various authors, translators, and scholars across West, Central, and South Asia and North Africa. Some tales themselves trace their roots back to ancient and medieval Arabic, Persian, Greek, Indian, Jewish, and Turkish folklore and literature.

Meditations is former U.S. President Bill Clinton's favorite book. This audio consists of a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor 161-180 AD, setting forth his ideas on Stoic philosophy.

The Book of Tea by Okakura Kakuzo is a long essay linking the role of tea (teaism) to the aesthetic and cultural aspects of Japanese life. Addressed to a western audience, it was originally written in English and is one of the great English tea classics. Okakura had been taught at a young age to speak English and was proficient at communicating his thoughts to the Western mind. In his book, he discusses such topics as Zen and Taoism, but also the secular aspects of tea and Japanese life.

This special edition of A Book of Five Rings contains one hour of traditional Japanese flute (shakuhachi) and 43 minutes of music by traditional japanese ensemble. The music appears track by track at the end of the two and a half hour audiobook and is included as wonderful compliment to this dynamic and elegant listening experience. Legendary 17th-century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi’s exposition of sword fighting, strategy, and Zen philosophy.

After surviving an assassination attempt tied to a massive Medicaid fraud investigation, Webb Espy returns home to rebuild his life. But peace will not last long. Espy is approached with an extraordinary proposal: create a Medicaid fiscal agent operation capable of secretly diverting funds to covert missions designed to destabilize dangerous regimes in Central America. The request places Espy at the center of a moral dilemma, commit fraud to serve what may be a greater national purpose, or refuse and risk leaving global threats unchecked.

Although Heart of Darkness was one of the first literary texts to provide a critical view of European imperial activities, it was initially read by critics as anything but controversial. While the book was generally admired, it was typically seen either as a condemnation of a certain type of adventurer who could easily take advantage of imperialism’s opportunities, or else as a sentimental novel reinforcing domestic values: Kurtz’s Intended, who appears at the novella’s conclusion, was roundly praised by turn-of-the-century reviewers for her maturity and sentimental appeal. A classic.

Time magazine described the work as one of the 100 best novels ever written. The story comes to a boil around racial tensions and prejudices. All is set against the backdrop of the British Raj and the Indian independence movement in the 1920s.

Struggling with the grip of pornography and masturbation addiction? Is your willpower waning as you seek a way out of this cycle? The answer to your struggle might just be a transformative audio book away—introducing the No Fap: Stop Masturbation & Porn Addiction Sleep Hypnosis Meditation. Imagine breaking free from the chains of addiction, one restful night at a time. This powerful audiobook is expertly designed to guide you into a state of deep relaxation, addressing the root causes of your habits and paving the way for lasting change.

In the final chapter of the trilogy, the stakes are no longer just financial, they are a matter of life and death. As corruption within the healthcare system deepens, investigator Webb Espy uncovers disturbing evidence surrounding dialysis treatment programs and the systemic failures that threaten vulnerable patients. Behind the scenes, powerful organizations manipulate the system for profit while hiding their actions behind layers of bureaucracy and influence.

It's the early '90's, and Florida's Medicaid program has become fertile ground for corruption and someone is making millions exploiting it.. When investigator Webb Espy begins uncovering suspicious activity within the state’s Medicaid billing system, what appears to be routine oversight quickly expands into a massive web of healthcare fraud, political maneuvering, and organized deception. As Espy and his team dig deeper, they uncover a scheme far larger than anyone expected. The investigation brings Espy into conflict with powerful figures who will do anything to protect their operations.

In A Long Path, Peter T. Bromley traces his remarkable journey from nearly forgotten crossroads in rural Upstate New York to an accomplished wildlife biologist whose career spanned decades, states, and continents. Through vivid childhood memories, stories of academic struggles and triumphs, and reflections on fieldwork, he shares how nature shaped not only his career but his identity.

The Strange Case of Doctor Jekyll and Mister Hyde was an immediate success and is one of Stevenson's best-selling works. Within a year of its publication, stage adaptations began in Boston and London, and soon moved all across England and then towards his home in Scotland. The novella has gone on to inspire scores of major film and stage performances. The work centers around Dr. Jekyll, one man with two personalities, one apparently good and the other evil.

Hemingway’s greatest novel. American and British expatriates travel from Paris to the Festival of San Fermín in Pamplona to watch the running of the bulls and the bullfights. Hemingway investigates the themes of love and death, the revivifying power of nature, and the concept of masculinity. The novel is well known for its style, which is variously described as modern, hard-boiled, or understated.

First published in 1776, the book offers one of the world's first collected descriptions of what builds nations' wealth. A fundamental work in classical economics. The book touches upon such broad topics as the division of labour, productivity, and free markets.

When it's time for your baby to start eating, you can trust Katja Leccisi's expertise and experience as a childhood nutritionist and a mom. The information is up-to-date and reliable, and the question and answer format of her latest book is easily accessible. Even though you're a busy parent, you can easily skim through it a little at a time during your rare quiet moments. The knowledge you gain from this will empower you to nourish your baby confidently from first foods onwards, and answer any questions.

Divine Deliverance is a book of knowledge that was birth from the revelation of God's voice. God is speaking, but are you listening? Do you truly have an ear to hear what the Spirit of God is saying to you? In Divine Deliverance, God speaks to the minds and hearts of those who will submit to hearing His Voice and yielding to His instructions. Listening to this book will challenge your thinking, heal your wounds, and change your perception if you allow it to. Divine Deliverance can address any situation and can lead you to freedom.

The original American entrepreneur! One of the great historical business leaders shares his observations on making money. A must-listen for anyone interested in business.