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  Chicago Days Hoboken Nights

  Daniel Pinkwater

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  As millions of radio listeners already know, no one has had a life quite like storyteller Daniel Pinkwater. In this comical collection of memories, Pinkwater tells of how he grew into the beloved figure he is today: a robust genius of the printed page and rotund genie of the radio. He shares a conversation with his father about art school that changed the course of his career, describes his inauguration as a sculptor in a sleazy Chicago art factory, and recounts setting off for a bright center of the American art scene— or at least as close as Hoboken, New Jersey. Finally, we hear as Pinkwater pictures his first true audience, children. Chicago Days / Hoboken Nights is a memoir about how a visual artist turned to writing, only to be hailed as a "comic master" by the Washington Post Book World.

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  Breakthroughs in Science

  Isaac Asimov

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  Isaac Asimov, known primarily for his science fiction stories, was also a scientist. In cooperation with the Senior Scholastic magazine, he composed this wonderful and fascinating work of historical nonfiction. 
  Twenty-six far-reaching discoveries and the twenty-nine scientists who made them—from Archimedes, who boasted he could move the world, to Goddard, who sent the first liquid-fuel rocket toward space. 
  These men of vision and genius set their sights beyond the known to bring about hold advances in scientific thinking and enlarge our knowledge of man and his environment. 
  Masterfully narrated by award-winning narrator Mike Vendetti. This work is an inspiration to young and old alike. Who knew Thomas Alva Edison lost his hearing in one ear because he lost his balance hopping a train, and a trainman grabbed him by the ears to pull him onto the train?

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  KNOW ABOUT "Voltaire" - A French...

  Saurabh Singh Chauhan

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  This is small introduction of the book: In the annals of intellectual history, the name "Voltaire" stands as a beacon of enlightenment, a multifaceted figure whose life and ideas continue to shape our understanding of the world. François-Marie Arouet, better known by his pen name Voltaire, emerged as a pivotal force in 18th-century France, leaving an indelible mark as a writer, historian, and philosopher. 
  Born on November 21, 1694, in the heart of Paris, Voltaire's journey traversed the corridors of power, the confines of prison walls, and the intellectual salons of Europe. His story unfolds against the backdrop of a time marked by profound social and philosophical transformations—the Enlightenment. 
  As we embark on this exploration of Voltaire's life, we delve into the tumultuous yet captivating events that shaped his character and fueled his intellectual pursuits. From his early years at the Jesuit College Louis-le-Grand to the transformative sojourn in England, where he imbibed the spirit of liberty and reason, each chapter in Voltaire's life reads like a riveting narrative. 
  In Chapter 2, "Birth and Early Life - 1694," we delve into the origins of this influential thinker, exploring the circumstances of his birth and the early influences that set the stage for his intellectual curiosity. Chapter 3, "His Education," uncovers the formative years of Voltaire's learning, providing insights into the foundations that would support his later literary and philosophical endeavors.

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  Veer Savarkar

  Abhijeet Mukesh

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  Veer Savarkar was one of the many fascinating characters in the Indian freedom movement. Listen to his story in a fictionalised interview format.
  This is a work of fiction. This feature doesn't support or oppose any political party. Its purpose is only to entertain.

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  Head Strong - Through Life Love...

  Heather L. Rendulic

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  Life never goes as planned. Follow the unique story of a young woman who suffered through five uncontrollable brain hemorrhages and brain surgery that left her paralyzed. Gain insight and perspective from her and her family as she chose to embark on the fight of her life to regain independence. Hard times are inevitable, but you have control over how you react to them. Learn how to change your perspective and feel empowered amid your toughest battles. Learn how to control an uncontrollable situation. Learn how to be Head Strong. 
  Endorsement: 
  I work with many authors to help them get their story out to the world. I am incredibly proud and honored to have worked with Heather and her wonderful parents as this story evolved into the book you are holding in your hands now. Of all the books I have been involved with, this book is one of the most inspiring I have ever read. Heather is courageous, determined and has a true heart to use the setbacks and challenges in her life as a way to inspire people and help them transform their own lives. Headstrong will have a global impact on many people and I look forward to working with Heather for many years to come. 
  -Andrew Jobling, Bestselling Author and International motivational speaker. 
  About the Author: 
  Heather L. Rendulic wants to live in a world where everyone feels empowered when they face life's challenges. She knows how hard life can get. As a young stroke and brain surgery survivor, she learned the tools needed to become an overcomer. When she's not working as a Human Resources Professional, Heather is sharing her message of hope as a motivational speaker/mentor, and sharing the art of finding beauty in the chaos.

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  The Man Who Consumed Everything...

  John Harpoon

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  Tarrare, a name that echoes through medical history as the embodiment of insatiable hunger, was a Frenchman whose life and condition baffled both his contemporaries and generations of scientists that followed. Born in 1772 in Lyon, France, to a poor farming family, Tarrare’s early years were marked by an extraordinary appetite that seemed to grow with him, quickly surpassing the needs of a typical child. His insatiable hunger was not a mere curiosity—it was a symptom of a condition that would haunt him throughout his short life, leaving behind a trail of mystery, tragedy, and fascination. 
    
  Tarrare’s hunger was unlike anything the world had ever seen. From his teenage years onward, his body demanded far more than the normal intake of food; he consumed vast quantities that would overwhelm any ordinary person. In a single sitting, he could eat the food intended for fifteen people. His consumption ranged from the normal—meats and vegetables—to the bizarre and horrifying: live animals, including cats, snakes, lizards, and even puppies. The most unsettling aspect of his condition was his ability to devour inanimate objects, such as stones, corks, and litter. He seemed to have an insatiable urge to eat anything in sight, a drive that could not be quelled by typical methods of nourishment. 
    
  Despite consuming vast amounts of food, Tarrare’s body remained gaunt, almost skeletal, which perplexed doctors and those around him. His unusual condition led him to be admitted to a military hospital, where he became the subject of study by doctors intrigued by the sheer scope of his hunger. Tarrare’s case was not merely one of gluttony; it was an intricate puzzle that pointed to deeper medical and psychological conditions, which, at the time, were beyond the understanding of the medical community.

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