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  Mettle of a Mountain Man - A...

  Donald L. Robertson

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  In the unsettled territory of the Old West, will one man’s drive to protect others be his fatal flaw? 
  The Rockies, 1840. Floyd Logan is running out of time. Desperate for one last visit to his aging parents, the roughhewn man struggles with leaving his wife and child alone in the piercing winter and exposed to danger. And after battling his way through gale-force winds for seven hundred miles, the haggard man’s tough trek ends prematurely when an old enemy’s accusations trap him in a frontier jail. 
  Frustrated by the delay in clearing his name and finally completing the arduous journey to reunite with his folks, an exhausted Floyd fears his return to his own family may come at a terrible price. But with the endless plains, slave-catchers, crooked lawmen, and deadly ambushes standing between the determined man and his homecoming, he’ll have to fall back on what he knows best: valor and pure grit. 
  Will Floyd ever make it back to his beloved wilderness, or will the trials of travel cost him his life? 
  Mettle of a Mountain Man is the riveting third book in the Logan Mountain Man Western series. If you like loyal heroes, white-knuckled rides, and vivid history brought alive, then you’ll adore Donald L. Robertson’s adventure-packed tale.Buy Mettle of a Mountain Man to test the caliber of courage today!

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  Over the Line

  Tom Palmer

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  Tom Palmer’s bestselling WWl novel, based on the true story of war hero and footballing legend Jack Cock. 
  It's the proudest moment of Jack's life – his debut as a professional footballer. Now he has a chance to achieve his dream of playing for his country. But it's 1914 and the world is at war. Talk of sportsmen's cowardice leads to the formation of a Footballers' Battalion and Jack has little choice but to join up. The promise of a Cup in Flanders offers a glimmer of hope, but Jack and his teammates will have to survive a waking nightmare if they are ever to play again. 
  In this Sunday Times bestselling book, Jack's journey from the soccer field to the battlefield is a riveting adventure that will captivate both young adult and teenage readers. The historical context adds depth to the action, making it a must-read for those interested in both sports and military stories. 
  For fans of T.Z. Layton (The Academy IV), Dan Freedman (Jamie Johnson), Jeff Kinney (No Brainer), Martin Smith (The Football Superstar), and Marta Kissi (The Friend Dilemma). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  Thunder & Echo - a Musical Myth...

  Al Griot

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  Al Griot tells this African myth like one of the traditional African bards, the griots. With drums, rattles, the fruits of the flame tree and all sorts of percussion, the story comes to life as if it had really happened ... Would you like to delve into the realm of thunder & echo and fathom the forces that shape our society?Text from Karim Traoré: "Die Verlobte des Marabut: Märchen und Mythen aus Westafrika" mit Illustrationen von Marcia Kure. Misereor Media Production 1999.Translated by Paul Hopkins.Artwork by Markus Rendl.Recorded at Tonjagd Studio Mannheim.

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  Anne of Avonlea

  L. M. Montgomery

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  In Anne of Avonlea, L. M. Montgomery continues the beloved story of Anne Shirley as she steps into adulthood and embraces her new role as Avonlea’s schoolteacher. Now sixteen, Anne must balance her passionate ideals with the realities of responsibility, community expectations, and her own personal growth. Surrounded by familiar friends and new acquaintances—including the mischievous Paul Irving and the irascible Mr. Harrison—Anne navigates the humorous mishaps and quiet triumphs of village life. Full of heart, wit, and pastoral beauty, this second installment in the Anne series celebrates the journey of growing up while remaining true to one’s imaginative spirit.

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  Episode 12: The Precious Gift

  Laurent Aknin, Patrick Hinz

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  Zoe, Harvey, Graham, Beth and Lassie are forced to interrupt their hike on the valley glacier when they notice that its peak is in danger of collapsing. Beth seems hugely upset at the idea. Later, when Lassie notices Beth's car parked at the foot of the glacier, Harvey realizes that his mother has been hiding something from him. Despite the danger, he sets out to look for her with Zoe and Lassie.

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  Goliah - The End of War—or the...

  Jack London

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  Goliah by Jack London - What if a single mysterious figure could bring the world’s armies to their knees and reshape society overnight? A future where science becomes the ultimate power—whether humanity is ready or not. 
  Goliah is a science fiction short story that explores themes of power, revolution, and utopianism. The story follows an enigmatic scientist known as Goliah, who possesses advanced knowledge and technology capable of disrupting the world’s militaries and industrial systems. Using his mysterious powers, Goliah broadcasts a message to the world’s governments, demanding an end to war, economic exploitation, and social inequality. 
  At first, world leaders resist, but Goliah demonstrates his ability to destroy battleships and infrastructure effortlessly. Realizing they have no choice, they submit to his demands. Under his rule, a new global order emerges—one without poverty, crime, or oppression. Despite initial fears, humanity flourishes under Goliah’s enforced peace, ushering in an age of scientific advancement and social harmony.

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