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  Alice Adams

  Booth Tarkington

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  "Alice Adams" is a novel written by Booth Tarkington and published in 1921. This captivating work received the 1922 Pulitzer Prize for the Novel1. Let's explore the world of Alice Adams:    Plot Summary:  The story revolves around the character of Alice Adams, a young woman with aspirations to climb the social ladder.  Set in a lower-middle-class household in an unnamed Midwest town shortly after World War I, the narrative follows Alice's journey.  She longs to win the affections of the wealthy young man Arthur Russell.  The novel delves into themes of social status, love, and personal transformation.  Key Moments:  Alice's attempts to fit in with the upper class lead to both humorous and poignant situations.  Her interactions with Arthur Russell become central to the plot.  The dance scene, where Alice faces embarrassment and tries to maintain appearances, highlights her struggle.  Adaptations:  Film Versions: "Alice Adams" was adapted into films in 1923 by Rowland V. Lee and more famously in 1935 by George Stevens.  Pulitzer Prize: The novel's recognition with the Pulitzer Prize solidified its place in literary history.  "Alice Adams" captures the complexities of social mobility and the human desire for acceptance. "

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  Isaac Newton and the Laws of Motion

  Jordi Bayarri Dolz

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  Isaac Newton's youth was marked by constant curiosity. As he began a life of research and experiments, he turned this curiosity into major insights about the workings of Earth and the universe. He even developed three laws to explain the motions of objects. This graphic biography moves from Newton's childhood inventions to the breakthrough theories of his adult life. It also spotlights his time at England's Royal Mint, where he combated counterfeiting, and his gift of knighthood from Queen Anne.

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  Lady Audley's Secret

  Mary Elizabeth Braddon

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  Mary Elizabeth Braddon's first novel, Lady Audley's Secret, was one of the most popular English novels of its day. Published serially in 1862, it tells the story of the lovely Lucy Graham, who becomes Lady Audley at the beginning of the novel, and who conceals a scandalous secret from her new husband and his family. The plot, which includes madness, bigamy, attempted murder, and seduction, made this a shocking but highly successful story for Victorian audiences. It remains one of the best examples of 19th century sensational fiction, and is a wonderfully absorbing book.

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  Okchundang Candy

  Jung-soon Go

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  I still remember that house filled with summer … 
    
  Growing up, Jung-soon spent every moment she could at her grandparents' house. Dressing up and watching cartoons. Dyeing each other's fingernails with crushed balsam petals. Getting the whole neighborhood together to sweep their streets. Falling asleep together … just the three of them, happy. 
    
  Grandfather was Grandmother's best and only friend. On every Jesa day, during the ancestral ritual, he would gently place the okchundang candy in her mouth, a big smile spreading across her face as it melted on her tongue. 
    
  But nothing ever stays the same, and as Jung-soon got older, so did her grandparents. She presents an achingly beautiful novel about the little joys and sharp sorrows that make up a life together as a family. 
    
  ★ “This sweet, poignant tale deserves to be appreciated by all audiences, particularly adults with aging parents. Queue the (cathartic) ugly tears, though, and prepare with plenty of tissues. Heartbreakingly glorious … stupendously affecting.”—Booklist (starred)

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  Introducing the world to induced...

  DOUGLAS SKONORD

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  In this book, the methodologies of Induced Change are explored and applied across a wide range of situations, from personal interactions to organizational dynamics. Whether you're engaging with one of your children, managing a Fortune 500 company, or leading a school sports team, the principles of Induced Change can be adapted to fit any scenario. You'll learn powerful strategies for fostering growth, overcoming challenges, and creating positive, lasting outcomes. With these methodologies, you can inspire transformation, cultivate success, and achieve your goals, no matter the scale or setting.

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  The Little Soldier Who Dared - A...

  Kostas Zarifis, Mike Faraday

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  Narrated by Stephen Fry, The Little Soldier Who Dared is a prequel to the video game Tin Hearts. Albert, an inventor of Victorian times, and his daughter Rose travel to a toymaking convention to show off their wares and have an important meeting, the outcome of which could forever change their destiny. Albert's toys however are special in ways unknown even to him! What goes on at night when the convention hall is emptied of its crowds? And if Albert gets his wish, will it be quite what he was expecting? The Little Soldier Who Dared is narrated by legend Stephen Fry, written by Kostas Zarifis and Mike Faraday, Art by Taufiq Permana, Animation by Thor Hayton and Sound & Music by Matthew Chastney.

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