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  Some Damn Fool's Signed the...

  Norman Thelwell

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  The artist Norman Thelwell (1923–2004) was famous for his horse and pony cartoons, but his work was far more wide ranging. He focused his exceptional talent and humour on many diverse subjects, with his witty and wry observations providing amusement and sharp social comment.
  
  Some Damn Fool's Signed the Rubens Again is Thelwell's look at life in Britain's stately homes, and what happens when they are opened to the public. Here are the castles, country estates, and the quirks of the British class system all depicted in the artist's inimitable style.
  
  When an ancestral home is crumbling, or an aristocratic family is debt-ridden, the solution calls for drastic action. It is time to welcome in the paying public. Thelwell's cartoons capture the comic situations that result when the noble residents come face to face with the curious visitors. See the duke in his tower preparing to repel the coachloads with boiling oil; a ghost train in the family vault; toddlers wrecking treasured heirlooms; and animals in the safari park watching the hilarious human spectacle unfold.

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  The Wind in the Forest - Book...

  Peter H. Jones

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  The Wind in the Forest Book Two –The Heart of Darkness. 
  “All the Forces of Darkness cannot destroy what the Creator has ordained.” 
  Prophecy of Isaiah

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  Human Deepest Fear - Unraveling...

  Moshood Bello

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  "Human Deepest Fear: Unraveling Shadows and Embracing Light" is a comprehensive exploration of the intricate and universal facets of fear that shape the human experience. Each chapter serves as a stepping stone into the various dimensions of fear, from its primal origins to its complex interplay with societal, cultural, and personal influences. 
  The journey begins with the acknowledgment of fears as shadows cast upon our lives, influencing choices, actions, and perspectives. Through the chapters, readers traverse the diverse tapestry of human fears, understanding their evolutionary roots, cultural amplifications, and the lasting impact of personal traumas. The exploration delves deep into the biology of fear, unraveling the neurological and physiological mechanisms that drive our emotional responses and perceptions of threats. 
  The narrative then shifts to societal and cultural influences, examining how norms, expectations, and media contribute to the collective consciousness and shape individual fears. The intersection of personal traumas with fear becomes a pivotal point of exploration, offering insights into therapeutic approaches and coping mechanisms that empower individuals to break free from fear's shackles. 
  The power of mindfulness and acceptance emerges as a guiding light, introducing practical tools to confront and transcend fear with clarity and courage. Emotional intelligence takes center stage in understanding and managing fear, offering tangible strategies for developing emotional resilience, empathy, and self-awareness in the face of complex emotions.

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  Invisible: A Graphic Novel

  Christina Diaz Gonzalez

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  For fans of Twins and Allergic, a must-have graphic novel audio adaptation about five very different students who are forced together by their school to complete community service... and may just have more in common than they thought.Can five overlooked kids make one big difference?There’s George: the brainSara: the lonerDayara: the tough kidNico: the rich kidAnd Miguel: the athleteAnd they’re stuck together when they’re forced to complete their school’s community service hours. Although they’re sure they have nothing in common with one another, some people see them as all the same . . . just five Spanish-speaking kids.Then they meet someone who truly needs their help, and they must decide whether they are each willing to expose their own secrets to help . . . or if remaining invisible is the only way to survive middle school.This Breakfast Club–inspired story by Christina Diaz Gonzalez, award-winning author of Concealed, and Gabriela Epstein, illustrator of two Baby-Sitters Club graphic novel adaptations, is a must-have graphic novel audio edition about unexpected friendships and being seen for who you really are.

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  It's Her Story Irena Sendler

  Margaret Littman

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  A novel for children ages 7 to 10. Irena Sendler was a humanitarian and social worker in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II. Her job allowed her to pass through the armed gates of the Warsaw ghetto, bringing limited aid to the 450,000 Jewish people who were forcibly moved there. In secret, Irena built a network of people to smuggle 2,500 children out of the ghetto, saving their lives. And in a hidden jar, she kept their family names. This is her story.

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  The Scarlet Pimpernel - Stories...

  Baroness Orczy

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  “We seek him here, we seek him there, Those Frenchies seek him everywhere" 
   
  “It was long past midnight when at last Marguerite retired to rest" 
   
  “Money and titles may be hereditary,” she would say, “but brains are not.” 
   
  The story is set during the Reign of Terror following the French Revolution. The title is the nom de guerre of its hero and protagonist, a chivalrous Englishman who rescues aristocrats before they are sent to the guillotine. Sir Percy Blakeney leads a double life: apparently nothing more than a wealthy fop but in reality a formidable swordsman and a quick-thinking escape artist. The band of gentlemen who assist him are the only ones who know his secret identity. He is known by his symbol, a simple flower, the scarlet pimpernel. Opening at the New Theatre in London's West End on January 5, 1905, the play became a favorite of British audiences, eventually playing more than 2,000 performances. 
    
  Baroness Emma Orczy, usually known as Baroness Orczy or to her family and friends as Emmuska Orczy, was a Hungarian-born British novelist and playwright. 
  A true audiobook treasure!

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