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  Women The: Book Summary & Analysis

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Women, by Kristin Hannah. It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kristin Hannah. Ideal for those seeking a quick and insightful overview. 
   
  "The Women" is a powerful and evocative historical fiction novel that delves into the lives of female nurses who served during the Vietnam War. The story follows the protagonist, a young nurse named Frankie McGrath, who joins the military to escape her small-town life and make a difference. As she navigates the horrors of war, the bonds she forms with her fellow nurses and the soldiers they care for become a lifeline. The author masterfully portrays the challenges and emotional toll these women face, both on the battlefield and upon returning home. "The Women" is a gripping tale of courage, resilience, and the unbreakable spirit of women who defied societal expectations to serve their country.

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  Beyond Passing - The Further...

  Nella Larsen

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  Nella Larsen’s 1929 novel Passing is hailed today as a significant literary work of Harlem Renaissance, though for several decades it, like all of her works, was out of print. As history rights a wrong and recommits Larsen’s name to memory, it is beneficial to look at the other writings she published over her short career, collected here in Beyond Passing: The Further Writings of Nella Larsen. Contained within are her autobiographical novel Quicksand, and three short stories “Freedom,” “The Wrong Man,” and “Sanctuary.” 
  With a growing number of titles under its Magna Releases banner, CSRC Storytelling promotes and provides positivity, power and presence in print, restoring literary classics across genres and making them newly accessible to modern readers. This edition of Nella Larsen’s Passing is a CSRC Storytelling Magna Release.

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  The Last Viking - New World Book 7

  Griff Hosker

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  The journey of Erik the Viking is almost done but the Norns have not yet finished spinning and their webs threaten to engulf Erik, his family and his growing clan. He may be getting old, but Erik is still a force to be reckoned with and when others falter, the last Viking in the New World is there to steer the clan to safety. 
   
  This is the last audiobook in the saga that has been the story of Erik the Navigator.

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  Around the World in Eighty Days

  Jules Verne

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  Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with Jules Verne's classic, Around the World in Eighty Days. Follow Phileas Fogg and his valet Passepartout as they race against time to circle the globe. A story that brilliantly captures the spirit of exploration and the wonders of the 19th-century world, this masterpiece combines suspense, humor, and a touch of romance. Verne's keen imagination, paired with meticulous research, brings to life diverse cultures, landscapes, and technological marvels of his era. Beyond mere adventure, this tale celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the pursuit of the impossible. 
  Whether you're a lover of classic literature or yearning for an escapade, Around the World in Eighty Days promises a journey that's as thrilling today as it was nearly 150 years ago. Don't miss your chance to experience the adventure that has inspired countless adaptations and continues to enchant readers of all ages. Your voyage around the world begins now – all within the pages of this timeless classic. 
  This audiobook was narrated and produced by RAM Studios, where humans and artificial intelligence collaborate to create an excellent listening experience. (The reading is done primarily by AI)

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  Allegro - A Novel

  Ariel Dorfman

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  This thrilling historical mystery starring Mozart tells of friendship and betrayal, and how music allows us to defy death—from the acclaimed author of Death and the Maiden and The Suicide Museum.In 1789 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart visits the grave of Johann Sebastian Bach in Leipzig, looking for a sign, a signal, an answer to an enigma that has haunted him since childhood: Was Bach murdered by a famous oculist? And years later, was Handel a victim of the same doctor?Allegro follows his investigation, from the salons of London to the streets of Paris, recreating an enthralling and turbulent time, full of rogues and brilliant composers, charlatans and presumptuous nobles. Running parallel to this search is the rise of Mozart, his knowledge and fame, his trials and losses.

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  The Aerialists

  Katie Munnik

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  *WATERSTONES WELSH BOOK OF THE MONTH* 
  Paris, 1891 Laura is living on the streets, far from the American Prairies where she was born. When rescued by the entrancing aerialists, Ena and Auguste Gaudron, she soon finds herself ensconced in the family hot air balloon business, and offered the chance to learn how to fly. 
  Cardiff, 1896 The Gaudrons accept an invitation to be part of the Cardiff Fine Art, Industrial and Maritime Exhibition, presenting a daring show of balloon ascents and parachute descents. 
  Then late one night, a young girl, Grace, knocks on the Gaudrons’ door. She is desperate to fly, whatever the cost. 
  As Grace’s dreams begin to take wing, can Laura be the one to keep her grounded? Or will both girls risk it all for one dazzling moment of flight? 
  ‘A heady and stylish read that had me swept away from the first page. Munnik has captured a fascinating world of daring with both beauty and heart’ MAHSUDA SNAITH 
  ‘Vivid and meticulous, Katie Munnik’s The Aerialists captures the tangled desires of people living on the thin air of their own daring – a glorious vision of a time, a place, a welter of human manipulations and hopes, and ultimately, their tragic effects. A really fine read’ JOAN BARFOOT 
  ‘Based on a true story, this rich novel will capture your imagination’ BEST magazine 
  Immersed in the historical and cultural heritage of the late 19th century, The Aerialists by Katie Munnik is a top literary fiction that takes you on a journey from the American Prairies to the streets of Paris and Cardiff. The narrative is a testament to the human spirit, daring to dream and the desire to fly. 
  For fans of Jonathan Coe (Bournville), Evelyn Waugh (Sword of Honour), Kristin Hannah (The Great Alone), Maggie O'Farrell (Hamnet), and Natasha Solomons (House of Gold). 
  HarperCollins 2022

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