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  Mortimer and the Witches - A...

  Marie Carter

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  Under the pseudonym Q. K. Philander Doesticks, P. B., humor writer Mortimer Thomson went undercover to investigate and report on the fortune tellers of New York City's tenements and slums. When his articles were published in 1858, they catalyzed a series of arrests that scandalized and delighted the public. In Mortimer and the Witches, author Marie Carter examines the lives of these marginalized fortune tellers while detailing Mortimer Thomson's peculiar and complicated biography. 
   
   
   
  Nineteenth-century fortune tellers offered their clients answers to all questions in astrology, love, and law matters. Yet Doesticks saw them as the worst of the worst. His investigative reporting aimed to stop unsuspecting young women from seeking the corrupt soothsaying advice of these so-called clairvoyants and to expose the absurd predictions of these "witches." 
   
   
   
  Carter views these stories of working-class, immigrant women with more depth than Doesticks's mocking articles. She presents them as three-dimensional figures rather than the caricatures. 
   
   
   
  Mortimer and the Witches offers new insight into the neglected histories of working-class fortune tellers and the creative ways that they tried to make a living.

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  Inventive Roots: Celebrating...

  Thaddeus Waverley

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  Inventive Roots: Celebrating Black Ingenuity Throughout History 
  ⭐⭐ A Simplified Guide with Easy Explanations ⭐⭐ 
  Are you eager to enhance your knowledge and celebrate the remarkable contributions of Black innovators throughout history?  
  Searching for a comprehensive guide that delves deep into the creativity and resourcefulness of Black inventors?  
  Look no further!  
  This audiobook serves as your essential resource for exploring the rich heritage of Black creativity and innovation. With a combination of insightful narratives and engaging stories, you're set for an enlightening journey. 
  Updated to reflect the latest discoveries and narratives of Black ingenuity. 
  Key features of this enlightening guide: 
  - In-depth exploration of Black creativity and innovation 
  - Detailed accounts of influential Black inventors and their groundbreaking contributions 
  - Effective strategies for understanding and applying the lessons of Black ingenuity 
  Our guide stands out through its thorough coverage, ensuring you grasp essential concepts without oversimplification. Each subject is thoughtfully examined in detail. 
  Crafted with a clear structure and straightforward language, this audiobook ensures seamless transitions between topics. Say farewell to complex jargon and embrace accessible, accurate, and engaging content. 
  So, why delay? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your audiobook, and embark on a journey celebrating Black ingenuity and innovation!  
  Discover the incredible stories that have shaped our world and continue to inspire today!

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  Stable Weight - A Memoir of...

  Lisa Whalen

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  Stable Weight is a story of resilience, empowerment, and the transformative power of the human-animal bond, revealing how even the most sensitive soul can ditch being a good girl for becoming an independent woman.  
  One minute, Lisa Whalen was leaping fences on horseback. The next, she was splayed in the sand, mirroring a fall at age 16 that ended in a psych ward. Whalen chased perfection in the form of an eating disorder, to the brink of suicide. Treatment helped, but her turnaround came from meeting 10 special horses. They challenged her to love her body, live in the moment, and face her fears.

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  Exploration and Expansion -...

  Harris Ropes

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  This collection explores how seafarers, steppe warriors, and rising dynasties carved out vast territories and left lasting legacies across continents. 
  Begin with The Viking Age, a period of daring maritime expeditions, raids, and settlements that extended from Scandinavia to the British Isles, France, and even North America. The Vikings were not only fierce warriors but also skilled navigators and traders, spreading influence from Iceland to Byzantium. 
  Next, follow The Rise of the Ottoman Empire, which emerged in the late medieval period as a powerful force that bridged Europe and Asia. From humble beginnings in Anatolia, the Ottomans grew into an imperial power that would eventually reshape the political and religious map of the region. 
  Conclude with The Mongol Empire, the largest contiguous land empire in history. Led by Genghis Khan and his successors, the Mongols connected East and West through military conquest and an unparalleled trade network that facilitated the movement of goods, technologies, and ideas across Eurasia. 
  Together, these three explorations of expansion demonstrate the far-reaching ambitions and transformative power of medieval societies that shaped the world far beyond their borders.

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  Queens at War

  Alison Weir

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  Triumph and tragedy, love and loss, murder and malice in the lives of five fifteenth-century queens 
   
  The fifteenth century was a turbulent age: the Hundred Years War between England and France, and the Wars of the Roses dominated the lives of people both inside and out of the royal courts. 
   
  Joan of Navarre, Katherine of Valois, Margaret of Anjou, Elizabeth Wydeville and Anne Neville were the queens who stood by England's sovereigns, caught up in wars that changed the course of their lives, and the course of history. 
   
  They were also formidable women who defied the limitations of their times, often living out the brutal consequences of their determination. 
   
  Alison Weir uncovers their stories in this final volume of her ground-breaking series on the queens of medieval England. Queens at War is a stunning culmination of research by a historian at the full extent of her powers and gripping account of five women on the throne.

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  Bedtime Stories for Kids

  Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana

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  Does your toddler have a tough time falling asleep at bedtime? Are you looking for a fun, comfortable way to interact with your children at storytime? Do you want to relax and develop reading and listening skills for your child?The Bedtime Stories for Kids is a fun and educational collection of cute animal stories, short adventures, and kids’ poems that your pre-K and early elementary school-aged child will love to read along with and learn valuable morals and life lessons about honesty, gratitude, and teamwork!Our soothing, easy-to-read selections are great imagination-builders for all children:·       Children’s Stories and kids’ poems specially written for toddlers, boys, girls, early readers, and early listeners·       All Bedtime Stories for Kids feature positivity, lovable characters, and cute animals that your child will want to read about every night, from the story of Tony the Barn Cat to The Caterpillar’s New Home and the funny tales of Strong Like a Monkey to Bones the Skeleton Had a Problem·       Inspirational Level 1 reading book for children who may be reluctant readers or have short attention spans·       Allows parents to have valuable bonding time with their youngsters each night, as families read together aloud and learn valuable life lessons from their favorite charactersThe Bedtime Stories for Kids is perfect for developing a bedtime routine that parents and children will look forward to every night. All the stories are relaxing and inspirational and encourage children to read along with their parents or grandparents as they fall asleep dreaming about their favorite characters!Page Up and Order Now.

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