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  Brian Boru - Biography of a...

  Kelly Mass

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  Brian Boru, one of medieval Ireland’s most celebrated figures, was an Irish king who played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s history. He is best known for ending the centuries-long dominance of the Uí Néill over the High Kingship of Ireland and resisting the Viking invasions that had threatened Irish sovereignty. Brian’s rise to power built upon the efforts of his father, Cennétig mac Lorcain, and his older brother, Mathgamain mac Cennétig, solidifying his place as one of Ireland’s most effective and unifying leaders.  
  Brian’s initial ascent began as the King of Munster. From there, he expanded his influence, conquering Leinster and ultimately claiming the title of High King of Ireland. His legacy includes founding the O’Brien dynasty, which played a significant role in Irish history long after his death. During his time, Ireland’s population was fewer than 500,000, yet it was fragmented into more than 150 small kingdoms. Brian’s ability to unify such a fractured land set him apart as a leader. 

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  Live Forever: The Rise Fall and...

  John Robb

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  The finest book on Britain's most popular rock 'n' roll band'Read on … It's all true' Noel Gallagher 
  Featuring an exclusive interview with Noel Gallagher and bespoke artwork by celebrated Oasis album designer Brian Cannon 
  Think Oasis was just Britpop and brawls? 
  Think again. 
  John Robb was there every step of the way. In this, the definitive book on Britain’s biggest band, he peels back the layers of Manchester’s best-known musical export, revealing a tale of ambition, ego, talent and a whole lot of attitude. From the estates of South Manchester to the dizzying heights of global stardom, Live Forever is a rollercoaster ride through the Gallagher brothers’ turbulent lives and the music that defined a generation. But it is also a portrait of Britain around the turn of the millennium and the cultural forces and places that shaped, and were shaped by, two cocksure upstarts from Burnage – from art to fashion, and from football to politics. 
  Playful, funny and irreverent, and drawing on dozens of interviews and first-hand stories, this book puts Oasis squarely in the pantheon of music royalty as the last great rock ’n’ roll stars. 
  John Robb's Live Forever is a Sunday Times bestselling book that takes readers on a journey through the history of Oasis. This biography, a top pick in non-fiction, explores the styles and influences that shaped the band, making it a must-read for fans of music history. 
  For fans of Simon Spence (All or Nothing), Legs Mcneil (I Slept With Joey Ramone), Steven Blush (Hard-Core), Patti Smith (Year of the Monkey), and Marc Spitz (Poseur). 
  HarperCollins 2025

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  The Complete Hermeticism...

  Hermes Trismegistus, Three...

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  Unlock the hidden laws of the universe with the ancient teachings of Hermes Trismegistus. 
  The Complete Hermeticism Philosophy Collection brings together the foundational texts of the Hermetic tradition—translated and adapted into clear, contemporary language for today’s listener.  
  These mystical writings contain the roots of spiritual philosophy, alchemy, sacred geometry, and mind science. 
  Whether you’re exploring personal transformation, energetic law, or ancient mystery traditions, this collection is your gateway to timeless wisdom. 
  This audiobook includes: 
  - The Kybalion – The Seven Hermetic Principles, including Mentalism, Cause and Effect, Rhythm, and more 
  - The Corpus Hermeticum – Dialogues on divine consciousness, cosmic structure, and spiritual rebirth 
  - The Emerald Tablets of Thoth – Teachings on the Atlantean mysteries, energy, and immortality 
  - The Asclepius – Esoteric reflections on healing, divine power, and the harmony of nature 
  - The Definitions of Hermes to Asclepius – Mystical statements revealing Hermetic truth 
  - Additional Hermetic Fragments & Texts – Rare insights into spiritual law and ancient knowledge 
  And many more Hermetic works... 
  Each text is narrated with clear pacing and framed with brief introductions to provide background and context. 
  Listen now—and awaken to the wisdom that has guided sages for thousands of years.

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  Poor Folk - A Heartfelt Story of...

  Fyodor Dostoevsky

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  How much suffering can a kind heart endure? 
  In Poor Folk, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a deeply moving epistolary novel that reveals the struggles of the impoverished through an intimate exchange of letters. Makar Devushkin, a poor government clerk, finds solace in his correspondence with Varvara Dobroselova, a young woman also trapped in a life of hardship. Their letters—filled with love, despair, and longing—reveal the pain of social isolation and the quiet endurance of those who live in poverty. 
  As Makar sacrifices his own well-being to support Varvara, his dignity is tested against the harsh realities of an uncaring society. Through his words, Dostoevsky masterfully explores themes of human compassion, self-sacrifice, and the invisible suffering of the lower class. 
  What You’ll Discover in This Modern Translation:A Poignant Tale of Poverty and Love – Experience the deeply personal struggles of two people trying to hold on to hope in a world of suffering.A Masterpiece of Russian Realism – Witness the raw emotions and unfiltered realities of 19th-century Russian society.A Modern, Accessible Translation – This adaptation retains the heart and soul of Dostoevsky’s novel while making it readable for contemporary audiences.An Unforgettable Exploration of Human Resilience – Discover how dignity, kindness, and love can persist even in the harshest conditions. 
  Can kindness and love overcome the crushing weight of poverty? 
  Get your copy today and experience one of the most heartfelt and compassionate novels ever written.

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  Les Knight - Australia's Dambuster

  Marcus Fielding

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.  
  Les Knight, a young man from Camberwell, Victoria was like many who joined to serve his country during the Second World War. But unlike many others his skill as a Lancaster pilot enabled him to successfully breach the Eder Dam in the now infamous Dambusters Raid. At the age of 22, Les was awarded the Distinguished Service Order and became a national hero. 
  But his war service continued, and four months after the Dambusters Raid, his aircraft was badly damaged. On this occasion, Les’s skill and bravery were again on display as he held the stricken plane steady to allow his seven crewmates to bail out. 
  Then, as he searched for a place to ditch the aircraft, he steered clear of a Dutch village to avoid any civilian injuries. The plane hit the ground hard, cartwheeled, and Les was killed. 
  Five of the seven crew members were able to evade being captured by the Germans and, with the help of underground movements, were returned to England. The other two were captured and detained in POW camps until the war’s end. All seven returned home to continue their lives, marry and have children. Their lives are Les’ legacy. 
  This is the remarkable story of one brave Australian who answered his country’s calling and who demonstrated courage far beyond expectation. His gravestone carries the inscription ‘Let us be Worthy’. The village of Den Ham has never forgotten the bravery of this young Australian pilot. His grave has always been immaculately kept.

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  Forgotten Authors The - Women -...

  Louisa Baldwin, Aphra Behn,...

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  Throughout the long centuries of human history is the want, and the need, to share information, to exchange ideas and for that knowledge and experience, for curiosity and learning, to be the basis of a civil society. 
  In literature the ambition is much narrower.  In order to be known, to be popular, you had to be published.  And for that people had to know you existed and your ideas worth reading.  Obviously for most of humanity’s time people couldn’t read and texts couldn’t be published in any great number. 
  In the 15th Century Gutenberg’s printing press began the revolution to address the second and by the 19th century had gathered pace with startling speed and mass distribution.  Education for the many was brought in to help people understand more of their world and, with new skills, how to have a better place within it.  Now, if the powers that owned the presses and means of distribution agreed an audience would now be able to avail themselves of your ideas, your printed words.  
  All too often the talents of women have been scorned, mocked and laughed at.  In reality that was more usually by those who’s own talents were hardly fit to even grace their shadows.   
  But society in general still connived and set women to one side in almost everything that men considered their rightful territory.  And literature was one such territory.  Remarkably resilient as well as talented these women strove to be published, to show themselves as equals.  The results more often than not proved that they were.   
  Sadly, in the thirst for the new, the recent and the past fell from sight, relegated to dark corners and dusty shelves.    
  But the printed word is rarely without someone, somewhere busying themselves through piles of papers and books rediscovering what a good story is, whatever its age. 
  In this volume we offer up a small selection of talents whose time has now come again.

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