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  Forward - A Memoir

  Anonymous

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  ""Lucid and wrenching...Forward puts [Wambach's] achievement in context with painful and beautiful candor."" —NPR 
  ""Forward is the powerful story of an athlete who has inspired girls all over the world to believe in themselves.""  —Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO, New York Times Bestselling author of Lean In  
  “This is the best memoir I’ve read by an athlete since Andre Agassi’s Open.”  —Adam Grant, Wharton professor and New York Times bestselling author of Originals and Give and Take 
   
  Abby Wambach has always pushed the limits of what is possible.  Named by Time magazine as one of the most influential people of 2015, the iconic soccer player captured the nation’s heart when she led her team to its recent World Cup Championship.  Admired for her fearlessness and passion, Abby is a vocal advocate for women’s rights and equal opportunity, pushing to translate the success of her team to the real world. She has become a heavily requested speaker to a wide a range of audiences, from college students to executives at Fortune 500 companies. 
  In Forward, Abby recounts her own decisions, wins, losses, and the pivotal moments that helped her become the world class athlete and leader she is today. Wambach’s book goes beyond the soccer field to reveal a soulful person grappling universal questions about how we can live our best lives, and become our truest selves. Written with honesty and heart, Forward is an inspiring blueprint for individual growth and a rousing call to action.

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  Harriet Tubman - Freedombound

  Janet Benge, Geoff Benge

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  The pounding of horses' hooves shattered the night's silence. Harriet froze in the shadow of a tree and peered out into the darkness. She barely dared to breathe as three slave catchers came to a halt only a few feet from her hiding place. Had she escaped from danger so many times only to lose her hope of freedom now? At age six the sharp bite of a whip taught Harriet Tubman what it meant to be a slave. The other slaves scoffed when Harriet resolved to escape north someday. Little did they know that this girl would one day lead hundreds of slaves to freedom on the Underground Railroad. Even huge rewards for her capture -- dead or alive -- did not stop Harriet from risking her life again and again in the fight for liberty as the nation spiraled into the Civil War. Whether running from slave hunters, advising generals, or improving condition in war hospitals, remarkable Harriet Tubman would not be satisfied until every person could experience true freedom.

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  Once Upon a Tome - The...

  Oliver Darkshire

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  Some years ago, Oliver Darkshire stepped into the hushed interior of Henry Sotheran Ltd (est. 1761) to apply for a job. Allured by the smell of old books and the temptation of a management-approved afternoon nap, Darkshire was soon unteetering stacks of first editions and placating the store's resident ghost (the late Mr. Sotheran, hit by a tram). 
   
   
   
  A novice in this ancient, potentially haunted establishment, Darkshire describes Sotheran's brushes with history (Dickens, the Titanic), its joyous disorganization, and the unspoken rules of its gleefully old-fashioned staff, whose mere glance may cause the computer to burst into flames. As Darkshire gains confidence and experience, he shares trivia about ancient editions and explores the strange space that books occupy in our lives—where old books often have strong sentimental value, but rarely a commercial one. 
   
   
   
  By turns unhinged and earnest, Once Upon a Tome is the colorful story of life in one of the world's oldest bookshops and a love letter to the benign, unruly world of antiquarian bookselling, where to be uncommon or strange is the best possible compliment.

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  Summary: American Prometheus -...

  Brooks Bryant

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  Disclaimer: This is not the official book, but a summary & it does not accompany the official. 
  Journey into the intricate life of a genius, the making of the atomic bomb, and the drama of the Cold War. 'American Prometheus' unravels the gripping story of J. Robert Oppenheimer — a man heralded for his monumental contribution to the Manhattan Project, only to face a dramatic fall from grace during America's Red Scare. Dive into our comprehensive summary of Kai Bird's Pulitzer-winning biography, where we present the highs and lows of Oppenheimer's life, his groundbreaking discoveries, and the ethical dilemmas that haunted him. 
  Through our concise exploration, encounter the brilliant physicist who forever changed the course of history, the moral ramifications of scientific advancement, and the political machinations of mid-century America. 'American Prometheus' serves as a cautionary tale of genius and its unintended consequences, and our summary brings this tale to life in an accessible, engaging format. 
  Dive deep into the legacy of a man who stood at the crossroads of science and society, whose choices still resonate today. Be prepared to be captivated, enlightened, and provoked.

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  The Rough Riders

  Theodore Roosevelt

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  Experience history in the making with Theodore Roosevelt’s The Rough Riders, a vivid and personal account of one of the most famous military regiments in American history. Roosevelt recounts the formation, training, and dramatic exploits of the Rough Riders, a volunteer cavalry unit that played a pivotal role in the Spanish-American War. From their recruitment of cowboys, miners, and Ivy League athletes to their heroic charge up San Juan Hill, Roosevelt’s firsthand narrative captures the courage, camaraderie, and chaos of battle with unmatched detail and passion. 
  Blending historical insight with Roosevelt’s unmistakable charisma, The Rough Riders is more than a war memoir—it’s a testament to the enduring spirit of American determination and leadership. Narrated with vigor and authenticity, this audiobook immerses listeners in the grit and glory of a defining moment in U.S. history. 
  Start listening to The Rough Riders today and march alongside one of America’s greatest leaders in his journey from soldier to statesman.

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  My Secret Life Vol 3 Chapter 23

  Dominic Crawford Collins

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  My Secret Life, the gargantuan erotic autobiography of a wealthy Victorian English gentleman has been described as 'the strangest book ever written'. Comprising one-hundred-and-eighty-four chapters and over one million words, the epic confessional describes in eloquent and explicit detail the exploits of a man (who refers to himself simply as 'Walter'), whose life was devoted to the pursuit of erotic adventure and carnal pleasure.
  
  Now for the first time in the history of this infamous erotic masterpiece, film composer Dominic Crawford Collins is producing a fully scored narration of the complete unabridged text. More 'audiofilm' than audiobook, each chapter and scene has its own unique musical accompaniment, reflecting the author's changing emotional landscape and offering the listener a truly immersive erotic audio experience.
  
  Vol.3 Chapter 23
  Jenny's bed-room. • The money hid. • On the bed. • Fears of maternity. • Inspection of sex. The use of a husband. • Another Sunday. • Regrets and refusal. • Resistance overcome. • Jenny's ignorance. • Her Master returns. • Difficulty in getting at Jenny. • Her sister waylaid: Against a fence. • Jenny's marriage, and rise in life.

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