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  Edgar Allan Poe and HP...

  Editors Charles River

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  Edgar Allan Poe was one of America’s first native-born professional authors, but he nevertheless embodied the now-common archetype of the artist — dark, tortured, brilliant and tragic. Born into troubled conditions, Poe’s life hardly improved over the years, and when it did, his happiness or triumph was always brief. His work was lauded during his lifetime, but his lifestyle never came close to matching the legacy that would swell in the decades following his death. And that untimely end, so mysterious and pathetic, was an event that only Poe or Fate could have been macabre enough to script. However, in spite of (or perhaps because of) all of his suffering, Poe remains one of the great forces in American literature, particularly during its formative years. He was a pioneer of multiple literary traditions, including the gothic, horror, dark Romanticism, detective, satire, hoax and science fiction genres.  
  	There is no greater accolade for a writer than for their name to become an adjective. For example, any story that deals with a dystopian future is likely to be called “Orwellian” following the success of the novel 1984 by English writer George Orwell. But within the horror genre, Lovecraft’s work, filled with madness and brooding menace and set in a semi-fictional world of his own creation, gave rise to the use of the term “Lovecraftian” to describe similar works. Despite this accolade, however, Lovecraft achieved almost no commercial success and very little recognition during his lifetime. His output also seems disproportionately small compared to his current influence - he never wrote a full-length novel, and most of his fiction took the form of short stories published in various magazines. It was only after his death that his fiction was regarded as more significant than the bulk of horror fiction written in the 1920s and 1930s.

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  A Gift of Joy and Hope

  Pope Francis

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  In this encouraging book, Pope Francis explores the meaning of true joy and offers an inspiring message: even in dark times, the light of hope can shine bright.   The past few years have been extremely challenging, but even in dark times, the light of joy can shine bright.   True joy, says Pope Francis, is not a fleeting sentiment or a short-term solution to suffering; it springs from a solid hope that nothing and no one can take away.   A Gift of Joy and Hope is an invitation to embrace authentic beauty and a reminder to be open to encountering God, even in the midst of challenges. In this inspiring collection, Pope Francis encourages readers to change attitudes that exclude others; to reveal the deep dissatisfaction we all hide; and to overcome life’s challenges with courage and faith. He also challenges readers to hope without pessimism or doubt, to hope even in the midst of anxiety, to recognize the beauty all around us, and to let God show us how to deal with your doubts and fears.   This book aims to encourage readers to look outside themselves and believe that hope is still possible and that joy always has the last word.

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  A Rare Recording of 11 US...

  Benjamin Harrison, Theodore...

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  Hear live recordings of 11 US Presidents, including Benjamin Harrison (23rd), William McKinley (25th), Theodore Roosevelt (26th), William H. Taft (27th), Woodrow Wilson (28th), Warren G. Harding (29th), Calvin Coolidge (30th), Herbert Hoover (31st), Franklin D. Roosevelt (32nd), Harry S. Truman (34th), Dwight D. Eisenhower (34th).

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  The Law Christ Promise - A...

  R. L. Solberg, Chad Bird

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  Read by the author. 
  In the face of modern challenges to faith, The Law, the Christ, the Promise by Professor R.L. Solberg is an essential guide for believers seeking a firmer grasp on Christian truths. This concise yet profound verse-by-verse Bible study dissects the Apostle Paul's message to the Galatians, addressing false teachings and bringing to light the significance of justification, righteousness, and God's promise through Christ. Solberg's engaging exploration offers historical insights, theological depth, and practical applications, enriching readers' understanding of the gospel's freedom. Ideal for those eager to reinforce their faith against contemporary skepticism, The Law, the Christ, the Promise serves as both an enlightening study and a shield against the distortion of the true gospel. It's a pivotal read for anyone looking to deepen their grasp on the gospel and defending it today. 
  Figures, tables, and discussion questions can be found in the audiobook companion PDF download. 

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  The Queen Mother

  Helen Cathcart

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  Affectionately known as the Queen Mother, she was born a commoner and never expected to be Queen. Yet, her life was forever changed with the abdication of her brother-in-law, Edward VIII, and she rose to become one of the most popular royal figures. 
   
   
   
  Helen Cathcart's fascinatingly intimate account charts the life of Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, from her birth and early years, to her courtship and marriage to the second son of King George V and Queen Mary, through the abdication crisis, and later period as Queen consort, before giving insight into the first forty years of her life as Queen Mother after her daughter, Elizabeth II, had ascended to the throne. 
   
   
   
  During her long life the Queen Mother witnessed numerous challenges to her nation, including two world wars and the decline of British power, yet, as Cathcart reveals, she remained an unwavering pillar of support to both her husband and her daughter through these difficult times. 
   
   
   
  Drawing information from family letters, royal journals, and the personal recollections, The Queen Mother is an exceptionally detailed picture of one of the most influential women of the twentieth century.

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  The Nag Hammadi Scriptures -...

  Various Ancient Writers

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  What if the lost gospels revealed a truth too dangerous for history to remember? 
  The Nag Hammadi Scriptures is a transformative collection of ancient spiritual texts—rediscovered in the Egyptian desert in 1945—that unveil hidden teachings from the early Christian and mystical traditions.  
  This audiobook delivers a powerful modern translation of these writings, once buried to protect a radical message: that divine knowledge lies within you. 
  What you’ll discover inside: 
  •	The Gospel of Thomas – Secret sayings of Jesus focused on awakening and self-realization 
  •	The Gospel of Truth – A profound vision of cosmic love and the soul’s return to divine wholeness 
  •	The Secret Book of John – A hidden creation narrative involving divine realms, archons, and gnosis 
  •	The Thunder, Perfect Mind – A divine voice that blends paradox, poetry, and revelation 
  •	The Gospel of Philip – Mystical insights into the sacred union of soul and spirit 
  •	More Than 50 Gnostic Texts – Including The Apocalypse of Peter, Zostrianos, and The Tripartite Tractate 
  This audiobook is an essential companion for spiritual seekers, scholars of early Christianity, and those craving deeper answers about the soul’s origin and destiny. 
  Listen now and uncover the mysteries that challenge dogma and reveal the divine spark within you.

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