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  The Poisonous Solicitor

  Stephen Bates

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  A brilliant narrative investigation into the 1920s case that inspired Agatha Christie, Dorothy Sayers and Margery Allingham. 
   
  In 1922, Major Herbert Armstrong, a Hay-on-Wye solicitor, was found guilty of, and executed for, poisoning his wife, Katharine, with arsenic. 
   
  Armstrong's case has all the ingredients of a classic murder mystery, from a plot by Agatha Christie or Dorothy Sayers (indeed some aspects of his story appear in Sayers' Unnatural Death). It is a near-perfect whodunnit. 
   
  One hundred years later, Agatha Award-shortlisted Stephen Bates examines and retells the story of the case, evoking the period and atmosphere of the early 1920s, a time of newspaper sensationalism, hypocrisy and sanctimonious morality.

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  Our Little Farm - Adventures in...

  Peter Wohlleben, Miriam Wohlleben

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  Called "a veritable tree whisperer" by the Wall Street Journal, Peter Wohlleben is known across the world for his illuminating books about forests and how to help them thrive. Now, the German forester invites listeners into his home for the first time in Our Little Farm, describing the steps he and his wife, Miriam, have taken to live sustainably and in harmony with nature. 
   
   
   
  Peter and Miriam moved from the city to a remote forest lodge in the early nineties. Amidst juggling careers and raising a young family, they learned how to plant and rotate crops, harvest and preserve nature's bounty, and tend to the unique needs of their animals and environment. Along the way, they made mistakes and abandoned some projects (sheep raising was not their thing) but maintained a sense of joy in their shared goal. 
   
   
   
  Brimming with insights, wisdom, and tips on everything from constructing farm buildings to choosing the perfect chicken, Our Little Farm shows that, with a little grit, humor, and self-compassion, it's possible to live according to our values and to care for the earth even as we care for ourselves, our homes, and our families.

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  Bright Galaxies Dark Matter and...

  Ashley Jean Yeager

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  We now know that the universe is mostly dark, made up of particles and forces that are undetectable even by our most powerful telescopes. The discovery of the possible existence of dark matter and dark energy signaled a Copernican-like revolution in astronomy: not only are we not the center of the universe, neither is the stuff of which we're made. Astronomer Vera Rubin (1928–2016) played a pivotal role in this discovery. By showing that some astronomical objects seem to defy gravity's grip, Rubin helped convince the scientific community of the possibility of dark matter. In Bright Galaxies, Dark Matter, and Beyond, Ashley Jean Yeager tells the story of Rubin's life and work, recounting her persistence despite early dismissals of her work and widespread sexism in science. 
   
   
   
  Yeager describes Rubin's childhood fascination with stars, her education at Vassar and Cornell, and her marriage to a fellow scientist. At first, Rubin wasn't taken seriously; she was a rarity, a woman in science, and her findings seemed almost incredible. Still, she continued her groundbreaking work, driving a scientific revolution. She received the National Medal of Science in 1993, and has since been memorialized with a ridge on Mars, an asteroid, a galaxy, and most recently, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory—the first national observatory named after a woman.

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  The Parts of Him I Kept - The...

  Anonymous

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  William’s memoir, THE PARTS OF HIM I KEPT (Apprentice House. 2025), is an intimate account of a daughter’s coming of age in the face of her father’s schizophrenic unraveling. Williams investigates the limits of our medical and cultural understanding of schizophrenia while chronicling the shared burden and benefits of caring for a mentally ill family member. In the tradition of Ocean Vuong’s On Earth We Are Briefly Gorgeous and Robert Kolker’s Hidden Valley Road, this is one family’s story that asks us to consider the ways mental illness is as much a social issue as a biological condition and illuminates ways we find hope, and even thrive in the face of the extraordinary challenge of mental illness

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  I Will Get By

  Fred Cadden

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  In ‘I Will Get By,’ Fred Cadden invites readers on a heartfelt journey through his life, reflecting on the resilience that defines the human spirit. Growing up in the close-knit community of Poughkeepsie, New York, Fred paints a vivid portrait of his childhood, filled with warmth, love, and unforgettable family traditions. From the magic of Christmas celebrations at his grandparents' house to the strong moral compass instilled by his parents, Fred's early years set the stage for the challenges that lay ahead. 
  After enlisting in the Air Force and serving in Vietnam, he navigates the complexities of military life, drawing strength from his experiences while grappling with the impacts of war. Through candid storytelling, Fred shares his struggles and triumphs, highlighting the bonds formed with family and friends along the way. 
  I Will Get By is more than a memoir; it’s an inspiring testament to the power of perseverance. With each page, Fred reminds us that our past shapes us, and no matter the obstacles we face, we can emerge stronger and more resilient than ever.

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  Forever was too Long Part two

  Alan Hodgkiss

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.   
  "Forever Was Too Long. Part Two" continues the remarkable story of Alan Hodgkiss and his wife, Rita. Their lives have been anything but ordinary, marked by adventure, resilience, and an unwavering spirit of optimism. 
  Alan’s journey began in wartime Britain, where he grew up amidst the challenges and uncertainties of the era. Despite humble beginnings, his determination shaped the path he would later take alongside Rita, who also started life in the north of England, and shared Alan’s dreams of a better life. 
  Alan’s time in the military not only broadened his horizons but also instilled in him a sense of discipline and perseverance. These qualities would prove invaluable throughout his life’s prime endeavours. Driven by boundless optimism, Alan and Rita constantly sought contentment and happiness, irrespective of monetary loss; this philosophy and their happy-go-lucky attitudes inspired them to take on new challenges, regardless of any obstacles. Alan stressed his belief that there is always a cost to pay for most things and that includes what they both value the most – happiness. 
  Their shared determination and adventurous spirit enabled them to achieve their goals and live an extremely exciting and happy life together for over fifty years.

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