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  Alfred Lichtenstein - A Short...

  Alfred Lichtenstein

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  Alfred Lichtenstein was born on the 23rd August 1889, in Berlin-Wilmersdorf, the son of a Jewish manufacturer.  He grew up in Berlin before studying law at Erlangen in Bavaria.   
   
  A writer in the Expressionist style his poems and stories are short but beautifully honed works.  His tragically curtailed life allowed only a small part of his talents to rest with us.  Undoubtedly a full life would have given the world a very gifted literary force. 
   
  Alfred Lichenstein volunteered for duty in the German Army for World War I.  He died on the front at the Somme in the early months of combat on the 25th September 1914.  He was 25. 
   
  01 - Alfred Lichtenstein - A Short Story Collection - An Introduction 
  02 - The Winner by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  03 - The Café Klösschen by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  04 - The Virgin by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  05 - The Suicide of the Pupil Mueller by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  06 - Mieze Meier by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  07 - Kuno Kohn by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  08 - Mabel Meier by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  09 - Siegmund Simon by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  10 - The Friend by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  11 - Konrad Krause by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  12 - The Family by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  13 - Leopold Lehmann by Alfred Lichtenstein 
  14 - Conversation About Legs by Alfred Lichtenstein

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  The Lost Girl - The...

  Rosie Goodwin

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  1875With their father missing and their mother suddenly passing, Esme and Gabriel are forced to track down their estranged grandfather in Lincolnshire. Cold and unwelcoming, he is reluctant to take them in, but aware of his standing as the village vicar, he knows must protect his reputation, and allow the children to stay with him.Esme's relief at finding refuge soon turns to despair when Gabriel is sent to boarding school, leaving her alone in their grandfather's unhappy home. But the house isn't as empty as it first appeared and Esme, with her unusual gift of being able to see spirits, begins to encounter the ghosts of young women in the abandoned rooms and dark corridors of the rectory. The women are trapped between this world and the next, seeking help from Esme and leaving her with a mystery to solve if she is to stand a chance of establishing a peaceful, happy life. Can Esme lay the ghosts to rest to save herself and find the life she deserves?

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  Summary of The Heaven and the...

  Francis Thomas

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  The Heaven and the Earth Grocery Store 
    
  James McBride's novel "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" skillfully incorporates a murder mystery into the fabric of a compelling American novel. 
  Set in 1972 in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, the story revolves around workmen excavating a new development's foundation, where they unexpectedly discover a skeleton in a well. 
  This discovery sets off a narrative that explores the long-held secrets of Chicken Hill, a rundown neighborhood where African Americans and immigrant Jews live together, sharing both hopes and tragedies. 
  The central characters are Moshe and Chona Ludlow, homeowners on Chicken Hill. Chona manages the Heaven & Earth Grocery Store, while Moshe operates a theater in the area. 
  The story introduces characters like Nate Timblin, a black janitor at Moshe's theater and an unofficial leader of the black community on Chicken Hill, delving into their lives and the broader community.

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  Lost Apothecary The: Book...

  Margot Langley

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  This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas.
  
   
  In an enchanting blend of historical intrigue and empowering discovery, a hidden London apothecary dispenses more than poisons—it offers women the chance to rewrite their destinies. Two eras collide as a 18th-century apprentice and a modern scholar uncover secret recipes that transform grief into resilience and despair into purpose. Poignant and pulse-quickening, this tale of courage, redemption, and collective strength will inspire listeners to reclaim their agency and turn life’s darkest chapters into catalysts for growth.

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  The Tenderfoot

  Robert Vaughn

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  Master of the Western adventure, New York Times bestselling author Robert Vaughan is back with another must-listen sure to please Western fans of all ages. 
   
   
   
  When Turquoise Ranch hand Curly Stevens went into Flagstaff to meet a new employee arriving on the train, his first impression of Rob Barringer is of how big and strong the tenderfoot is. Rob's eagerness to learn and his willingness to take on the most difficult jobs wins everyone over, including ranch foreman Jake Dunford, and Melanie Duford, his beautiful daughter. 
   
   
   
  Rob is well-educated, and his demeanor and intelligence catches the attention of Melanie, causing him difficulty with ranch manager Lee Garrison, who believes he has an exclusive right to Melanie. Garrison makes life difficult for the ranch hands, and Rob in particular. 
   
   
   
  When Jake Dunford makes a public accusation that the ranch manager is stealing from the ranch, Garrison reacts by firing everyone, but it is Garrison who is in for a big surprise.

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  The Novels of Jane Austen

  Jane Austen

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  The novels of Jane Austen have been celebrated for centuries. In this unique collection, listeners will be able to experience her wit, irony, and social commentary at its best. In this bundle listeners will be able to experience the following novels from Jane Austen: Sense and Sensibility Pride and Prejudice Mansfield Park Emma Northanger Abbey Persuasion Lady Susan

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