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  A Legend - From their pens to...

  Alexander Kuprin

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  Alexander Kuprin was born in Narovchat, Penza in Russia on 7th September 1870. 
  At 3 his Father died and he and mother moved to Moscow. By 10 he was enrolled at the Second Moscow Military High School and there his interest in literature began. The Alexander Military Academy followed and two years later he was a sub-lieutenant and posted to an Infantry Regiment for a further four years. 
  Despite his duties he was a now a keen writer and published his first short story at this time. His military duties also garnered him experiences for his breakthrough work ‘The Duel’.  Leaving the military he left for Kiev to work for local newspapers.  He continued to publish both stories and novels and by 1901 he was in St Petersburg becoming part of a group that included Chekhov, Ivan Bunin, Maxim Gorky and Leonid Andreyev.  
  In the years that followed further controversial works and acclaim followed.  His comments on the regime meant he was also put under secret police surveillance.   
  As World War I erupted, Kuprin opened a military hospital but was then given command of an infantry company in Finland. He was soon discharged on grounds of ill health.  
  The October Revolution saw him praise Lenin, but he warned that the Bolsheviks threatened Russian culture and might cause further widespread suffering to the peasants.  As Civil War raged he took his family to Helsinki and then on to Paris. 
  Exile saw his talents decline further and his succumbing to alcoholism. He became lonely and withdrawn. The family's poverty increased his malaise.   
  In May 1937, the Kuprin’s returned to Moscow.  He now saw his work published but wrote almost nothing new.  In 1938 his health rapidly deteriorated.  Already suffering from a kidney problems and sclerosis, he had now developed cancer of the oesophagus.  
  Alexander Kuprin died on 25th August 1938.

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  Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship

  Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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  Wilhelm Meister’s Apprenticeship is a seminal German novel that follows the journey of its titular character as he navigates love, theater, and personal growth in 18th-century society. Disillusioned with his merchant life, Wilhelm joins a troupe of actors, seeking purpose through art and romance. His experiences lead him through complex relationships, moral dilemmas, and encounters with enigmatic figures who shape his understanding of self and duty. Blending realism with philosophical depth, Goethe explores themes of identity, vocation, and the pursuit of fulfillment. Often considered one of the first bildungsroman novels, it profoundly influenced European literature, offering timeless insights into human development and the shaping of character through experience.

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  GO! The Bettenhausen Story - The...

  Carl Hungness

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  If “Top Gun: Maverick” or “Ford Versus Ferrari” kept your attention, “Go! The Bettenhausen Story” will keep you riveted. What prompts these men to climb into small spaces and propel themselves at death defying speeds? Subtitled “A Race Against A Dream,” this audiobook attempts to answer that question through the eyes of the Bettenhausen family, one of the greatest racing families in the history of the sport of automobile racing. Whether a casual or passionate racing fan, you’ll be fascinated at the closeup of the racing industry as this book chronicles its growth from the 1930s to the 1980s through the eyes of patriarch Tony Bettenhausen and his three racing sons as they conduct “A Race Against A Dream.” 
  As the author Carl Hungness writes, “It’s not the win at Indy the racers want, it’s the challenge. The way of life. It’s the feeling that can’t be conveyed until it’s experienced. What makes the breed of man they call a race car driver tick? Some respect them and others pity them. Don’t pity them; they’ve seen the consequences. They all think they’ll beat the odds. For some, driving in the race is living and everything else is just waiting. They’re more alive inside the car than out of it.” 
  A very small percentage of humans will experience the peril and thrill of the Indy 500, an annual spectacle that fuels the dreams of men and women alike seeking the thunderous adrenaline rush that the race provides. This audiobook dares to drive you close to experiencing “the aura surrounding the fervor for driving a race car.” Buckle up- it’s quite a ride.

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  Stoicism - Eudaimonia: A Guide...

  Quinto Greco

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  Eu = "good" 
  Daimōn = "demon/spirit" 
  The more accurate translation for EUDAIMONIA (εὐδαιμονία) is the blossoming of your good demon or human flourishing. 
  IN A WORLD THAT SEEMS TO HAVE LOST ITS ETHICAL COMPASS, WHERE TRADITIONAL VALUES ARE ERODED BY MODERN CHAOS, THE TEACHINGS OF THE ANCIENT STOICS OFFER A STEADFAST GUIDE TO RECLAIMING PURPOSE, STRENGTH, AND INTEGRITY. 
  
"Eudaimonia" invites you on a journey back to the virtues and discipline that built the pillars of Western civilization—a journey toward inner peace, resilience, and a life well-lived. 
  Crafted for the man who values discipline, structure, and ancient wisdom, this short and concise guide draws on the profound insights of Stoic philosophy, weaving together the principles that allowed figures like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca to lead lives of unwavering virtue amidst hardship. Stoicism isn’t just an ancient philosophy; it’s a practical framework for reviving STRENGTH, HONOR, AND CLARITY in today’s world. 
  Inside you’ll explore: 
  . The Origins and Principles of Stoicism 
  . The Stoic Approach to Emotions 
  . Modern Stoicism 
  . Practical Exercises for Daily Stoicism 
  . And MORE! 
  "Eudaimonia" isn’t just an audiobook; it’s an invitation to rediscover the North Star that can guide us through life’s storms. In a society that’s drifted from its roots, this book will show you how to live with purpose, strength, and clarity—just as the Stoics did centuries ago. 
  For those who seek to transcend modern noise and reconnect with timeless virtues, this book could be you're call to action. GET YOUR COPY NOW.

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  Little Deaths All in a Row -...

  Elizabeth Earley

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  “What do you think happens after we die?” has been Elizabeth Earley’s favorite conversation starter since the motorcycle accident that almost killed her. In Little Deaths All in a Row: Essays on Sex and Death, Earley delves into memories of past lovers and offers vivid portraits of the hospice patients she has worked with after recovering from her own near-fatal injuries. Tracing the many connections—philosophical, scientific, ethical, and spiritual—between sex and death, these lyric essays ponder the afterlife, pain and pleasure, quantum entanglement and love, and the “strange and painful goodness of being alive.”

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  Mapito - Embrace Yourself

  Chani Getter

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  Chani Getter's Mapito is a powerful how-to guide for finding, accepting, and loving every part of yourself. Through a collection of memorable stories—sometimes funny, often poignant—this trailblazing trauma expert reveals profound truths about the human experience. Mapito reconnects you to what really matters, offering a fresh perspective on life, love, and self-acceptance. 
  Drawing from deeply personal experiences, Chani's narratives are both relatable and illuminating, providing insights into human psychology and the shared struggles we all face. With warmth, humor, and compassion, Mapito gently encourages readers to wake up, slow down, and embrace the parts of themselves they may have overlooked or forgotten. 
  Praised by therapists and activists alike, Mapito is a heartfelt, revelatory masterpiece. It is trauma therapy made accessible, a celebration of the human spirit, and a guide to living more freely and authentically than you ever imagined.

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