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  Allan Quatermain

  H. Rider Haggard

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  "Allan Quatermain" is an 1887 novel by H. Rider Haggard, featuring his recurring character Allan Quatermain. This adventure novel serves as the sequel to Haggard's earlier work, "King Solomon's Mines". Let's delve into the plot of this captivating tale:    Background:  Haggard wrote "Allan Quatermain" during his summer holiday in 1885, immediately after completing "King Solomon's Mines".  The novel was first serialized in Longman's Magazine before being published as a complete work.  Plot Summary:  At the beginning of the book, Allan Quatermain mourns the loss of his only son and longs to return to the wilderness.  He persuades his friends—Sir Henry Curtis, Captain John Good, and the Zulu chief Umslopogaas—to accompany him on an expedition.  Their journey takes them from the east coast of Africa into the territory of the Maasai.  While staying with a Scottish missionary named Mr. Mackenzie, they encounter a group of Maasai who kidnap Mr. Mackenzie's daughter.  The Maasai demand a life as ransom, but instead, the group launches a surprise attack, defeating the Maasai.  The adventurers then travel by canoe along an underground river to a sacred lake in the kingdom of Zu-Vendis.  In Zu-Vendis, they encounter a warlike race of white-skinned people ruled by two sisters, Nyleptha and Sorais.  Both sisters fall in love with Sir Henry Curtis, leading to a civil war.  After a victorious battle, Queen Nyleptha becomes the ruler, while Quatermain dies from a wound sustained in the fight.  Reception:  "Allan Quatermain" is considered one of Haggard's most successful works.  It exemplifies the lost-race novel genre, setting the stage for many subsequent works in this subgenre.  In this thrilling adventure, Allan Quatermain's courage and loyalty are put to the test as he navigates treacherous lands and encounters powerful queens. "

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  Charles Darwin and the Theory of...

  Jordi Bayarri Dolz

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  Charles Darwin's scientific work transformed the way people think about life on Earth. From his childhood in England to his pivotal ocean voyages, he took every opportunity to study the natural world. And he helped shape a new understanding of how life forms change over time. This graphic biography highlights Darwin's youthful push to become a naturalist—against the wishes of his stern father. It also shares a look at his field research, collaborations, and scientific breakthroughs.

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  A Slow Rain Begins to Fall on...

  Hoang Nguyen

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  🎧 Dive into *A Practical Guide to Taming Your Anxiety with Science and Stories*, a captivating audiobook that will transport you into a world of imagination, reflection, and wonder. 🌙✨ 
  Immerse yourself in an unforgettable story filled with emotion, insight, and mystery — perfect for anyone seeking inspiration, escape, or transformation. 
  💫 Whether you listen on a quiet night or during a morning commute, this audiobook will stay with you long after the final word.

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  Four Eyes: A Graphic Novel (Four...

  Rex Ogle

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  A humorous and heartwarming middle-grade graphic memoir audio adaptation about fitting in, facing bullies, and finding the right pair of glasses.Sixth grade isn't as great as Rex thought it would be. He's the only kid who hasn't had a growth spurt, and the bullies won't let him forget it. His closest friend is unreliable, at best. And there's a cute girl in his class who he can't stop thinking about. With so much going on, everything is a blur -- including Rex's vision! So when he discovers that he needs glasses, and his family can only afford the ugliest pair in the store, any hope Rex had of fitting in goes completely out of focus.In this true coming-of-age story, Rex has his sights set on surviving sixth grade, but now he's got to find a way to do it with glasses, no friends, and a family that just doesn't get it!

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  Getting Away With Murder

  Pat Herbert

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  In 1913 suffragette Emily St John-Carstairs and her husband disappear from their South London home under mysterious circumstances. The scene shifts to 1958, where Teddy Bean, a former juggler turned private detective, is hired by Emily's sister to find her. 
  As the story unfolds between the two decades, we follow the fortunes of an unprincipled parlour maid, an unemployed alcoholic cook and a mysterious gentleman known only as ‘Bob’, all of whom are in some way linked to Emily’s fate. Added into the mix, is the ex-juggler's schizophrenic, knife-wielding wife but what part does she play in Emily’s story?

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  Sammy the Silly Spider's...

  Kelly Johnson

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  "Sammy the Silly Spider's Surprise Party" by Kelly Johnson is a heartwarming tale about Sammy, a spider known for his wacky antics. When his friend Sally's birthday approaches, Sammy uses his web-spinning skills to create a magical surprise party in the garden. As Sally arrives, Sammy's goofy performance steals the show, filling the night with laughter and joy. Through Sammy's antics, the story celebrates friendship, laughter, and the magic of making others smile. Join Sammy and his insect friends on a journey filled with love, laughter, and the joy of friendship.

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