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  The Chasing of Eleanor Vane

  Sierra Simone

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  Ajax Dartham, the Duke of Jarrell, has a problem. 
  And that problem is his future niece-in-law. 
  When the clever and capable Lady Eleanor Vane—understandably—runs off into the night rather than marry his horrible nephew, the Duke has a choice. 
  Should he catch Eleanor and return her to her fate—or make Eleanor his own instead?

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  Spartan

  Anônimo

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  Herodotus tells us that not all of the three hundred Spartan warriors died at the hands of Xerxes, King of the Persians, in the battle of the Thermopylae: two were saved bringing a life-saving message back to the city . . .Valerio Massimo Manfredi's Spartan is the saga of a Spartan family, torn apart by a cruel law that forces them to abandon one of their two sons - born lame - to the elements. The elder son, Brithos, is raised in the caste of the warriors, while the other, Talos, is spared a cruel death and is raised by a Helot shepherd, among the peasants.They live out their story in a world dominated by the clash between the Persian empire and the city-states of Greece - a ferocious, relentless conflict - until the voice of their blood and of human solidarity unites them in a thrilling, singular enterprise.

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  The Messengers

  D. M. Roy

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  After numerous negotiations the Indigenous still remained scattered throughout the wilds of Northern Ontario, Canada. In spite of treacherously cold conditions, they remained steadfast to the land, refusing to give up their lifestyle while trying to survive from Mother Nature’s unpredictable temperament. Captain Jesse Burn’s illegitimate son was among them. Father and son, a pair of strong-willed rival enemies, co-existed in a strange and deadly kinship while getting caught up in a changing way of life that neither would accept.
   
  It was during November 1898. when Jesse had received his orders as a dedicated, respected officer in the Armed Forces. He had a job to fulfill regardless of the number of lives lost during the process. After Colonel McEwan shook Jesse’s hand and walked out, Jesse stared at the 
  closed door for a long time. He glanced at the document containing the list of names he was to apprehend, knowing that most of those men would rather die in battle than be taken alive. Jesse scanned further down the list and suddenly froze. He opened his desk drawer and pulled out a 
  bottle of whiskey hidden near the back. After many swallows, he leaned back in his chair; his eyes were pools of liquid blue. His son’s name was on that list. 

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  Revolutionary Voices for Democracy

  Gary L. Williams

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  Two hundred and fifty years ago, victory in the American Revolution empowered its founding fathers to consider a glorious ‘revolutionary idea’: a democracy of inclusiveness and diversity for all. Yet, America’s revolution never meant to include the enslaved, who lived in small, dark squares of windowless slave houses.
   
  At Philadelphia, Pennsylvania’s Constitutional Convention of 1787, compromises perpetuated America’s ‘slave society’ based on free labour, benefiting its citizenry to the detriment of America’s slave row. For the next seventy-eight years, ‘America’s democracy’ permitted this vile 
  system of slavery to continue. However, slave revolutions, revolutionary voices, and prayers persisted. As the smoke cleared from the battlefields of the American Civil War, Juneteenth (June 19, 1865) granted America a full Independence Day.
   
  The question remains to this very day whether the formerly enslaved and their descendants will ever fully receive the rights, reparations, and benefits of full citizenship in our American democracy. Revolutionary voices must continue to set an example for the entire world of the 
  revolutionary idea that is democracy.
   
  The next 250 years will answer this question as America approaches its 500th anniversary.

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  Gulliver's Travels

  Jonathan Swift

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  Embark on an extraordinary adventure with "Gulliver's Travels," the timeless satire by Jonathan Swift, brought to life by the engaging narration of Ram Ranjini. This classic tale follows Lemuel Gulliver, a ship’s surgeon who finds himself cast away on strange and fantastical lands, each with its own unique culture and peculiarities. 
  From the miniature people of Lilliput to the giant inhabitants of Brobdingnag, Gulliver's journeys offer a sharp and witty commentary on human nature, society, and the absurdities of the world. Swift’s masterful storytelling and keen observations make "Gulliver's Travels" as relevant today as it was when first published in 1726. 
  Ram Ranjini’s dynamic narration captures the humor, drama, and intrigue of Gulliver’s adventures, making this audiobook a captivating experience for listeners of all ages. Whether you’re exploring this classic for the first time or revisiting its familiar landscapes, this rendition of "Gulliver's Travels" promises to entertain, enlighten, and inspire. 
  Perfect for fans of classic literature, satire, and adventure stories, "Gulliver's Travels" is an essential addition to any audiobook collection. Join Gulliver on his remarkable voyages and discover why this tale has endured for centuries.

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  Niels Klim's Underground Travels...

  Ludvig Holberg

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  Being A Narrative Of His Wonderful Descent To The Subterranean Lands; Together With An Account Of The Sensible Animals And Trees Inhabiting The Planet Nazar And The Firmament Niels Klim's Underground Travels, originally published in Latin as Nicolai Klimii Iter Subterraneum (1741), is a satirical science-fiction/fantasy novel written by the Norwegian-Danish author Ludvig Holberg. His only novel, it describes a utopian society from an outsider's point of view, and often pokes fun at diverse cultural and social topics such as morality, science, sexual equality, religion, governments, and philosophy. - From the wiki

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