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  Starter Dog - My Path to Joy...

  Rona Maynard

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  An irresistible tale of reluctant dog ownership full of heart, humor, and wisdom
  		 
  Rona Maynard wants to love her life again. Stuck in the what-next doldrums after quitting a big job, she needs a new bridge to the world. So, well into their married life, she lets her husband talk her into their first dog, a rescue mutt named Casey. Rona frets about shedding, lost travel opportunities, and arguments about walking duty. She doubts she can love a dog. But when Casey romps through her door, Rona falls hard. Over time he gives her what no human could — a new way of seeing and a pathway to the heart of a moment. Her downtown neighborhood reveals its true face as she explores it with Casey, making new friends and discovering hidden beauty spots. She learns to have adventures on her own stomping ground. Through Casey, Rona falls in love with the world and her place in it, an animal among other animals.

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  Henry David Thoreau - A Very...

  Lawrence Buell

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  Henry David Thoreau was a leading figure in the American Transcendentalist movement and the era of US literary emergence, an intellectual with worldwide influence as essayist, social thinker, naturalist-environmentalist, and sage. Thoreau's Walden, an autobiographical narrative of his two-year sojourn in a self-built lakeside cabin, is one of the most widely studied works of American literature. It has generated scores of literary imitations and experiments in back-to-basics living. Thoreau's essay, "Civil Disobedience," is a classic of American political activism and a model for nonviolent reform movements. Thoreau also stands as an icon of modern American environmentalism, the father of American nature writing, a forerunner of modern ecology, and a harbinger of freelance spirituality. 
   
   
   
  Thoreau is also a controversial figure. He was an advocate for individual self-sufficiency who never broke away from home, a self-professed mystic now also acclaimed as a pioneer natural and applied scientist, and a seminal theorist of nonviolent protest who defended the most notorious guerrilla fighter of his day. All told, he remains a rather enigmatic figure both despite and because we know so much about him. Lawrence Buell gives due consideration to all these aspects of Thoreau's art and thought, framing key issues and complexities in historical and literary context.

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  Anna Pavlova

  Vera Krasovskaya

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  Episodes from life and work of the great ballerina Anna Pavlova.

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  Power in Chaos - Overcoming...

  Nick Darland

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  “You’ll be dead or in prison by the time you’re eighteen.”Born into a family of addicts and abusers, Nick Darland knows what it’s like to be stuck inside chaos. Physical and psychological trauma fill his childhood. He self-medicates with alcohol and adrenaline. No one—including him—thinks he will amount to anything.For years he is homeless, penniless, and often hopeless. Then, one memorable winter night, Nick the victim dies. Nick who holds his own power is born.Power in Chaos is the unlikely story of a boy who comes from nothing to become a self-made man—and the bright lights in his dark world that make it possible.Darland’s story is one of navigating life’s challenges with courage, perseverance, and grace. From overcoming obstacles to embracing change, Power in Chaos illustrates what can happen when you harness the chaos of life and emerge stronger, wiser, and more empowered than ever before.

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  History of Politics -...

  Kelly Mass

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  Jackpot! You just found a bundle of 18 books for a reduced price. Enjoy! These are the titles: 
  Alexander Hamilton: The American Statesman, Politician, Military Commander, and Economist 
    
    
  Benjamin Franklin: The Great Founding Father of the United States 
    
    
  Harriet Tubman: The American abolitionist and political activist 
    
    
  Helen Keller: Biography of the American Author, Disability Rights Advocate, and Political Activist 
    
    
  Joan of Arc: The Historical Heroine of France during the French Revolution 
    
    
  John Adams: The American Statesman, Diplomat, Writer, and Founding Father 
    
    
  John Muir: The Influential Naturalist Who Wrote about Yosemite National Park 
    
    
  Mahatma Gandhi: The Most Famous Political Activist of India 
    
    
  Malcolm X: The African American Muslim minister and human rights activist 
    
    
  Martin Luther: The Famous Theologist, Priest, and Author of the 16th century 
    
    
  Martin Luther King: Facts, His Speech, His Death, and His Influence on Politics 
    
    
  Mother Teresa: The Catholic Nun Who Cared for the Dying in Kolkata 
    
    
  Thomas Paine: Common Sense and the Age of Reason Explained 
  American Revolution: The Significant Ideological and Political Revolution 
    
    
  French Revolution: The Social Upheaval in 1787 and the Consequences Thereof 
    
    
  Industrial Revolution: Facts, Inventions, Impact, and Timeline Explained 
    
    
  Mexican Revolution: The Armed Struggles and Conflicts of the Early 1900s 
    
    
  Russian Revolution: The End of the Monarchy the Bolshevik Establishment of the Soviet Union

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  The Acts of Paul and Thecla - A...

  2nd Century CE) Anonymous ...

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  What does it mean to live a life of faith and courage in the face of adversity? How can devotion to God inspire extraordinary acts of resilience and transformation? 
  The Acts of Paul and Thecla is one of the most inspiring stories from early Christian literature. Written in the 2nd century CE, this powerful text tells the story of Thecla—a noblewoman who abandons her privileged life to follow the teachings of Paul.  
  Facing persecution, defying expectations, and surviving miraculous trials, Thecla becomes a symbol of unwavering faith and spiritual courage. 
  Now presented in a clear, modern translation, this edition brings her remarkable journey to life for today’s listener. 
  What you'll discover inside: 
  •	A Story of Unwavering Faith – Thecla’s devotion leads her through trials, transformation, and triumph 
  •	Lessons on Courage and Resilience – Overcoming fear, social norms, and adversity through inner strength and belief 
  •	Divine Intervention and Miracles – Miraculous events that reflect God’s grace and protection 
  •	A Glimpse into Early Christianity – Insights into the values, struggles, and hope of the early Church 
  Whether you’re seeking spiritual inspiration or a powerful narrative of transformation, The Acts of Paul and Thecla offers a timeless tale of faith, courage, and divine grace. 
  Begin your journey today—and be inspired by a story that continues to resonate across the centuries.

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