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  Forgotten Authors The - Men -...

  William Hauff

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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.  
  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 those talents whose time has now come again.

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  A Surgeon and a Spy

  Alina Rubin

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  "Unfortunately for you, you can't imprison my mind." 
   
   
   
  On the turbulent seas of the Napoleonic Wars, Ella Parker dedicates herself to healing the sick and wounded, resolutely dismissing the idea of romantic entanglements. Her commitment is tested when her childhood friend, Jamie Flowers, is captured by the enemy and imprisoned in a French fortress, along with other sailors for whom she deeply cares for. 
   
   
   
  When Ella is presented with a chance to travel to the prison, her mission is twofold: to care for her friends and to complete a covert assignment. As she embarks on this perilous task, she must navigate treacherous alliances, fend off bandits, and outwit a cunning prison commander. 
   
   
   
  As Ella's journey unfolds, she uncovers a sinister secret. But is she too late? Despite Ella's burgeoning affections for Jamie, she's unaware of his possible heart condition that may cut his life short. With time running out, Ella must confront her deepest fears. 
   
   
   
  Can Ella prevent a tragedy and save her friends?

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  Changing Woman - A Novel of the...

  Venetia Hobson Lewis

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  Arizona Territory, 1871. Valeria Obregón and her ambitious husband, Raúl, arrive in the raw frontier town of Tucson hoping to find prosperity. Changing Woman, an Apache spirit who represents the natural order of the world and its cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, welcomes Nest Feather, a twelve-year-old Apache girl, into womanhood in Aravaipa Canyon. 
   
   
   
  Mexican and Anglo settlers have pushed the Apaches from their lands, and the Apaches carry out raids against them. In turn, the settlers, angered by the failure of the US government and the military to protect them, respond with a murderous raid on an Apache encampment under the protection of the US military at Camp Grant, kidnapping Nest Feather and other Apache children. 
   
   
   
  In Tucson, while Valeria finds fulfillment in her work as a seamstress, Raúl struggles to hide from her his role in the bloody attack, and Nest Feather, adopted by a Mexican couple there, tries to hold on to her Apache heritage in a culture that rejects her very being. Against the backdrop of the massacre trial, Valeria and Nest Feather's lives intersect in the church, as Valeria seeks spiritual guidance for the decision she must make and Nest Feather prepares for a Christian baptism.

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  Rasselas: Prince of Abyssinia

  Samuel Johnson

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  The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia is a philosophical tale by Samuel Johnson that explores the nature of happiness and the human condition.Rasselas, the prince of Abyssinia, lives in the idyllic and seemingly perfect "Happy Valley," where all desires are met, yet he feels a profound sense of dissatisfaction. This restlessness leads him to question the purpose of life and the nature of true happiness. 
  Despite the comforts surrounding him, Rasselas longs to understand life beyond the confines of his sheltered existence.Driven by his discontent, Rasselas escapes the valley with his sister Nekayah, her maid Pekuah, and their wise companion Imlac. Together, they embark on a journey to Cairo, seeking to uncover what brings genuine fulfillment. Throughout their travels, they encounter various individuals—pleasure-seekers, philosophers, and those burdened by life's hardships—each providing insights into the complexities of happiness.

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  Pages of the Past: Book summary...

  Alexander Pike

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  This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas. 
  Pages of the Past is a poignant journey through forgotten memories, lost dreams, and the timeless power of stories. When an ancient manuscript is unearthed, it ignites a chain of revelations that bridge centuries and transform lives. As hidden histories come to light and long-buried secrets stir, characters across generations find themselves bound by the fragile threads of fate and hope. Rich with emotion, mystery, and the quiet beauty of discovery, Pages of the Past reminds listeners that the past is never truly gone—it lives within us, waiting to be found. Perfect for fans of historical fiction and emotionally resonant storytelling, this audiobook offers a spellbinding exploration of love, loss, and the enduring magic of words.

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  Revolutionary Voices From the...

  Gary L. Williams

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  Imagine  you were at the American Constitutional Convention of 1787 in 
  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. You were among the delegates who shaped the 
  founding document of a new nation. You were also among the few who knew 
  the harsh reality of slavery, the system that provided free labor for many of the wealthy planters and merchants in attendance. You saw the contradiction between the ideals of liberty and equality and the practice of owning human beings as property. You heard the voices of the  enslaved people who lived in small, dark, windowless slave houses, who were sold on auction blocks, who were whipped and branded and separated from their families. You felt their pain and their longing for freedom.
   
  Would  you have had the courage and the principle to speak up for them? Would you have challenged your fellow delegates to end the injustice of 
  slavery and to include all people in the vision of “We the People”? Would you have risked your reputation, your fortune, and your life for the sake of humanity?
   
  Revolutionary Voices from the Slave Houses explores this hypothetical scenario through historical research and fictional narratives. It gives voice to the enslaved people who were silenced and erased from the official history of the United States of America. It invites you to listen to their stories and to imagine what could have been different if someone had spoken for them at the Convention.

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