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  Wicked Strange - Your Guide to...

  Jeff Belanger

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  Go legend hunting with explorer of the unexplained Jeff Belanger, visiting haunted places, where monsters lurk, and other roadside oddities. “Legends have always run deep in New England—thankfully, Jeff Belanger is here to uncover them and bring them to life. This collection of mysteries, secrets, and folklore from America’s birthplace is as illuminating as it is fascinating.” —Josh Gates, explorer, host of Discovery’s Expedition Unknown  Wicked Strange is a journey and a celebration of all the things that make New England like no other place on earth. In a time when so much of the world is becoming homogenized—as big-box stores and chain restaurants move in and so many communities lose their identity—we still have these legends. They belong to specific towns and streets. These are stories locals will share with you . . . if they trust you.   This travel guide takes readers on a journey to the strange and frequently unseen world that is often right under their noses. Covering numerous haunted places, environs where mysterious creatures have been spotted, areas where unusual events have happened, eccentric locals, and roadside oddities to explore, noted expert of the strange Jeff Belanger is your guide to all that’s local and strange. Haunted locations from all over New England are covered:  The Haunting of Conimicut Lighthouse—Warwick, Rhode Island  Maine’s Sistine Chapel—South Solon, Maine  Edith Wharton’s Haunted Mansion, The Mount—Lenox, Massachusetts  Emily’s Haunted Bridge—Stowe, Vermont  The Sleeping Giant—Hamden, Connecticut  The Haunted Mt. Washington Hotel—Bretton Woods, New Hampshire  New England is also full of monsters and devils that lurk in the woods, lakes, and seas. Explored are some of the best known and most obscure, including Lake Champlain’s Champ; the Cumberland Vampire of Rhode Island; Gloucester’s Sea Serpent; the Black Dog of West Peak in Meriden, Connecticut; and the Flying Moose of Maine.   Also covered are unusual events, such as UFO sightings (Connecticut’s UFO crash at Bantam Lake / Betty and Barney Hill’s UFO experience), and roadside oddities, such as the World’s Tallest Filing Cabinet (Burlington, VT), Boston’s Big Steaming Tea Kettle, and the literal Fork in the Road of Westport, MA. Wicked Strange takes you off the beaten path, revealing a hidden world right under your nose. Come journey through the towns, hamlets, and hills that hide the strangest of history. Uncover the wickedly strange.

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  Australia - A History Book of...

  Will Forrest

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  From the Aboriginal Dreamtime to the arrival of the First Fleet, from the gold rushes to the world wars, this audibook is a magical tale full of wonder and enchantment. And with a narrative style that will transport you to another world, you'll feel like you're right there, watching history unfold before your very eyes. 
  The audibook consist of:An immersive experience like no other: With a writing style that is as enchanting as it is informative, "Australia" is a journey through time that will leave you spellbound. You'll feel like you're walking alongside the explorers, settlers, and rebels who helped shape Australia's destiny.Fascinating characters and captivating stories: From the fierce warriors of the Dreamtime to the legendary bushrangers of the 19th century, from the brave ANZAC soldiers to the suffragettes who fought for women's rights, this audibook is filled with unforgettable characters and stories that will capture your imagination and leave you wanting more.A magical look at Australia's unique challenges: From the harsh climate to the rugged landscapes, from the isolation of the continent to the complexities of multiculturalism, the audibook explores the magical and mystical factors that have made this nation's history so unique and captivating.A celebration of resilience and triumph: Through wars, natural disasters, economic booms and busts, the people of Australia have always found a way to endure and come out stronger on the other side. The audiobook is a testament to the spirit and resilience of a nation that has weathered countless challenges. 
  Purchase this audibook now and enter a world where history and storytelling converge to reveal the epic story of Australia.

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  Six Principals of a Miracle II

  Pastor Philip

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  Life confronts everyone with things that allows them to practice the "Six Principals" mentioned in this message. Success in life is not only for the selected few, but for all who can implement the "Six Principals of a Miracle in their lives.

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  Clodia of Rome - Champion of the...

  Douglas Boin

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  One of Rome's most powerful women, Clodia has been maligned over two thousand years as a promiscuous, husband-murdering harlotthanks to her starring role in one of Cicero's most famous speeches in the Forum. But Cicero was lying, in defense of his own interests. Like so many women libeled or erased from history, Clodia had a life that was much more interesting, complex, and nuanced than the corrupted version passed down through generations. 
   
   
   
  Drawing on neglected sources and deep, empathetic study of Roman lives, classicist Douglas Boin reconstructs Clodia's eventful passage through her politically divided and tumultuous times, from her privileged childhood to her picking up a family baton of egalitarian activism. A widow and single mother, Clodia had a charisma and power that rivaled her male contemporaries and struck fear into the heart of Rome's political elite. That is, until a sensational murder trial, told here in riveting detail, brought about her fall from grace. 
   
   
   
  Freed from the caricature that Cicero painted of her, Clodia serves as a reminder of countless women whose stories have been erased from the historical record. In a Rome whose citizens were engaged in heated debates on imperialism, immigration, and enfranchisement, amidst rising anxieties about women's role in society, Clodia was an iconone worth remembering today.

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  Henri Becquerel: A short...

  5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies,...

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  Henri Becquerel, French physicist and discoverer of radioactivity: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

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  What Would You Do If You Ran the...

  Shelly Rachanow

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  What would you do if you ran the world? If you knew you couldn't fail? Maybe it's time to stop wondering and start putting it into practice. Shelly Rachanow's daily words of encouragement will give you inspiration, hope, and words of courage to help you discover confidence in yourself. 
   
   
   
  Your acts, both big and small, matter. Learn about a teenage girl and CNN hero, kids in Zimbabwe saving their part of the planet, and a busy mom who is not too busy to work every day to help impoverished families live better lives. 
   
   
   
  Find the confidence and courage to change the world. Shelly Rachanow's book contains a diverse collection of brave, beautiful, brilliant, creative, and totally possible ideas that women have shared, complemented by inspirational quotes from famous women and action lists like "Ten Things You Can Start Doing Now." Rachanow's warm and encouraging voice motivates listeners to join other amazing women who are kicking serious butt for the good of all. Learn to listen to your own guiding voice, get involved in your own community, and live a satisfying life of "inspiration in action." If you enjoyed books that brought out your inner rockstar such as Untamed, Let That Sh*t Go, or You Are a Badass, then you'll love What Would You Do If You Ran the World?

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