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  Queens Who Ruled England The:...

  Editors Charles River

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  Until the implementation of new legislation on March 26, 2015, men were given preference to women in the British royal line. This system of male primogeniture meant that women seldom inherited the throne, and even when they did, they were often dominated by male councillors. Those women who married British kings gained the title of Queen, but they were queen consorts, holding the title with no power. This meant only a select few women ruled in their own right.  
  	When Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne in 1952, many commentators heralded the beginning of her reign as the second Elizabethan age. The first one, of course, concerned the reign of Henry VIII’s second surviving daughter and middle surviving child, Queen Elizabeth I, one of England’s most famous and influential rulers. It was an age when the arts, commerce and trade flourished. It was the epoch of gallantry and great, enduring literature. It was also an age of wars and military conflicts in which men were the primary drivers and women often were pawns.  
  Then, there was Queen Mary I of England, who earned herself the less-than-pleasant moniker of “Bloody Mary.” While in power, Mary vowed to restore papal authority and revert England to Catholicism, placing the bullseye on Protestants. Laws against heresy made a bloody comeback, which saw hundreds of Protestants dragged to the stakes.  
  	England has had no shortage of influential monarchs, but only Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Victoria had their nation’s age literally named after them. Both the Elizabethan era and Victorian era have come to symbolize a golden age of peace and progress in every aspect of British life, with the long reigns of both queens also providing stability.

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  The Horse Dealer's Daughter -...

  D H Lawrence

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  David Herbert Lawrence was born on the 11th September 1885 in Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, a coal mining town where the reality of a harsh life was only useful as experiences for future literary works. 
   
  He was educated at Beauvale Board School and became the first local boy to receive a scholarship to attend Nottingham High School. After 3 years he became a junior clerk in Haywood’s surgical appliances factory. He was also attempting a literary career which, in the short term, led to a teacher training position in Eastwood and later a teaching qualification from University College, Nottingham.  
   
  Lawrence’s first efforts were poems, short stories and a draft of ‘The White Peacock’. Moving to London and a teaching position in Croydon his writing attracted the attention of Ford Madox Ford, editor of The English Review, and he commissioned him to write ‘Odour of Chrysanthemums’.  
   
  Wanting to write full-time he now began work on what would become ‘Sons and Lovers.   
   
  In 1912 he met the older and married mother-of-three Frieda Weekley. They eloped to Germany and here Lawrence could see for himself the growing tensions with France.  So keen was his interest that he was arrested and accused of being a British spy.  
   
  In early 1914 Frieda obtained her divorce and they returned to Britain to be married just days before the outbreak of war. Owing to her German parentage, and his own public dislike of militarism and violence, the couple were treated with contempt and suspicion throughout the war years.  
   
  Despite this he continued to write but his reputation in England was so tarnished and, mirrored by his own disdain for the country, he and Frieda left England in November 1919, first for Europe and then America via Ceylon and Australia. 
   
  They bought a ranch in Taos, New Mexico and visited Mexico several times. The third visit in March 1925 caused a near fatal attack of malaria. To convalesce they moved to Florence. Here he continued work on ‘Lady Chatterley’s Lover’ which for many years would cause controversy. A renewed interest in oil painting resulted in an exhibition in 1929 which was raided by the police and several works were confiscated.  
   
  D H Lawrence died of complications arising from a bout of tuberculosis on the 2nd of March 1930 in Vence, France.  He was 44. 
   
  In ‘The Horse Dealers daughter’ a young woman begins a relationship with a young doctor and a friend of her brothers.  What should be straight forward is intimately investigated by Lawrence’s foraging pen.

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  ISRO - The Space Leader

  Akshat Kesarwani

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  ISRO: The Space Leader is a powerful and inspiring audiobook that takes you through the extraordinary journey of India’s space agency — the Indian Space Research Organisation. From launching its first rocket from a small church in Kerala to making history with Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan, ISRO’s story is one of determination, innovation, and national pride. 
  Written in simple, engaging language, this audiobook dives deep into:The visionary leadership of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai and pioneers like Dr. A.P.J. Abdul KalamISRO’s major milestones — Aryabhata, SLV-3, PSLV, GSLV, Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan, and moreBehind-the-scenes stories of failure, perseverance, and ultimate triumphFuture missions like Gaganyaan, Aditya-L1, and ShukrayaanThe transformation of ISRO into a global leader in affordable and effective space technology 
  Whether you’re a space enthusiast, student, or just curious about India’s scientific achievements, this audiobook will not only educate but inspire. Each chapter brings to life the real challenges, the unsung heroes, and the scientific brilliance that placed India among the world’s top spacefaring nations. 
  Join author Akshat Kesarwani on a journey through one of the most remarkable success stories in science and space history. Perfect for young minds, curious listeners, and anyone who believes that no dream is too big — not even the sky.

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  Failure Due to Success

  Mohandas Kizhakke

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  This is the true story of how an ‘Average Joe’ found success and then became a victim of that success.  
  One among ten children, the author, Mohandas enjoys a happy childhood in the heart of a loving family, but finds himself ill-prepared when he is propelled out of the cocoon into a world where earning is key and results are everything. Mohandas lands his first job in seafood exports and takes to it like a fish to water. These are the days of the Licence Raj and soon Mohandas is scrambling to woo buyers, dodge competition and untangle red tape. 
  How this cocooned ‘caterpillar’ turns to be a free-flying, confident ‘butterfly’, flying in the face of all odds makes up the rest of this story, dotted with colourful anecdotes, playful romance and heartwarming family ties. 
  If success and failure are two sides of a coin, the coin flips this way and that in the author’s life proving the interesting premise that ‘Success beyond a measure is a recipe for Failure’. A compelling inspiring and authentic memoir of how to get back on your feet when life knocks you down…again and again.

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  Psychology and Behavior -...

  John Harpoon

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  This book contains the following 4 titles: 
  - Decoding Animal Minds: The question of whether animals possess consciousness has intrigued philosophers, scientists, and animal lovers for centuries. Consciousness, often described as the awareness of one's thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, is a concept that has been challenging to define, even in humans. When applied to animals, the puzzle becomes even more complex, as humans must contend with species whose mental processes are vastly different, yet still intriguing. 
  - The World's Youngest Criminal Genius: In the annals of crime, there are few figures as captivating or as puzzling as Michael McCrudden, often dubbed "The World's Youngest Criminal Genius." This title, given by the media and sensationalized through various reports, paints a picture of a brilliant, almost calculating young mind who orchestrated elaborate criminal schemes before reaching adulthood. But who was Michael McCrudden really, and what drove him to the heights of criminality at such a tender age? 
  - The Story of Drugs: Throughout human history, substances have shaped the course of civilizations, influencing not only individual lives but entire societies. From the sacred plants used in ancient religious rituals to the drugs that sparked global trade and conflict, substances have been at the center of some of the most transformative events in human history. 
  - The Most Bizarre Cult Ever: The Pythagorean Cult, founded by the ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoras, stands as one of the most mysterious and intriguing movements in history. Emerging in the 6th century BCE, it blended religious, philosophical, and scientific ideals into a unique and complex system that shaped the intellectual landscape of ancient Greece. At the heart of the cult was the figure of Pythagoras, revered as a divine being by his followers.

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  Guadalupe - The Freedom of Loving

  Cristina Abad Cadenas

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  It often happens that a call to holiness and devotion to Christ touches the heart amidst immense suffering. A young girl named Guadalupe experienced such a call while living through the trials of her family and country as a result of the Spanish Civil War. 
  Guadalupe Ortiz, the first woman of Opus Dei to be beatified, had a style of sanctity that attracted others. She was known as determined, joyful, and a source of peaceful strength. As one of the earliest woman members of Opus Dei, she took seriously her calling to bring the love of Christ to her work and her daily life. 
  Her relatability is what makes her remarkable. As an individual often faced with challenges, a dedicated scientist and teacher, and a devoted friend and daughter, we can all identify with the stories and themes that make up her beautiful life.

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