Editora: e-artnow
This work is a collection of general audience works by American Latinist and banker Thomas Bulfinch. The posthumous work was named after him and published in 1867. This work was a highly successful popularization of Greek mythology for English-speaking readers.
A memoir penned with one good finger, Ndopu writes about being profoundly disabled and profoundly successful Global humanitarian Eddie Ndopu was born with spinal muscular atrophy, a rare degenerative motor neuron disease affecting his mobility. He was told that he wouldn’t live beyond age five and yet, Ndopu thrived. He grew up loving pop music, lip syncing the latest hits, and watching The Bold and the Beautiful for the haute couture, and was the only wheelchair user at his school, where he flourished academically. By his late teens, he had become a sought after speaker, travelling the world to address audiences about disability justice. Ndopu was ecstatic when he was later accepted on a full scholarship into one of the world's most prestigious schools, Oxford University. But he soon learns that it's not just the medical community he must thwart— it's the educational one too. In Sipping Dom Pérignon Through a Straw, we follow Ndopu, sporting his oversized, bejewelled sunglasses, as he scales the mountain of success, only to find exclusion, discrimination, and neglect waiting for him on the other side. Like every other student, Ndopu tries to keep up appearances—dashing to and from his public policy lectures before meeting for cocktails with his squad, all while campaigning to become student body president. Privately, however, Ndopu faces obstacles that are all too familiar to people with disabilities, yet remain unnoticed by most people. With the revolving door of care aides, hefty bills, and a lack of support from the university, Ndopu feels alienated by his environment. As he soars professionally, sipping champagne with world leaders, he continues to feel the loneliness and pressure of being the only one in the room. Determined to carve out his place in the world, he must challenge bias at the highest echelons of power and prestige. But as the pressure mounts, Ndopu must find his stride or collapse under the crushing weight of ableism. Written with his one good finger, this evocative, searing, and vulnerable prose will leave you spellbound by Ndopu’s remarkable journey to reach beyond ableism, reminding us of our own capacity for resilience.Ver livro
Sara Christie narrates her remarkable journey from a vibrant childhood in Hyderabad to overcoming a 49-year abusive marriage. Raised in a large family with limited means, Sara’s early life was rich with love, religious teachings, and a groundbreaking pursuit of education, encouraged by her father. The memoir shifts to Sara’s adult life, marred by an arranged marriage to Dr M Hasan Jamali MD. What began with hope quickly turned into a relentless struggle as her husband's neglect and intrusive in-laws subjected her to profound emotional and physical pain. Despite the torment, Sara persevered with her medical education and career in pediatrics. Central to her transformation is Jaz, a mentor who reveals a perspective on Islam that upholds mutual respect and dignity. Jaz’s support becomes a lifeline, helping Sara to reclaim her self-worth and confront her abusive reality. Through tales of isolation, persistent neglect, and her role as a mother and professional, Sara’s story is a testament to her strength and resilience. "Silent No More" is a powerful account of her quest for redemption and freedom after decades of suffering.Ver livro
From the bestselling author Toni Maguire comes a new true story of abuse and survival. 'Whatever you do, don't go back to him, not this time. If not for your sake, then for your children's.' Ava Thomas knew leaving was the right decision. Trapped and manipulated in her relationship, and after yet another violent beating whilst she was pregnant, Ava was helped to a women's refuge with her children. Listening to the stories of other women there, Ava began thinking back to where it all started to go wrong. Brought up by a mother who never loved her, Ava sought that missing care and warmth elsewhere. Running away to her father's home as a teenager, she thought she might finally be safe. But after being abused by her own brother, she was thrown out onto the streets. Ava searched for the love she had been desperately missing her whole life and ended up in a relationship controlled by domestic violence. Lifted by the strength of the other women around her, Ava found a new home, a fresh start and never looked back—with her loving children by her side. Contains mature themes.Ver livro
What if lost prophecies revealed hidden visions of Heaven, Hell, and the Second Coming of Christ? Once revered but later excluded from the biblical canon, these ancient texts unveil chilling revelations about Judgment Day, the afterlife, and the fate of humanity. From terrifying visions of Hell to divine encounters in Heaven, these writings provide unparalleled insight into the world's ultimate destiny.📜 Included Texts:Apocalypse of Paul – A vivid journey through Heaven and Hell.Revelation of Peter – An alternative vision of final judgment.Apocalypse of Abraham – Cosmic battles and divine wrath.Sibylline Oracles – Prophecies of empires' rise and fall.Vision of Ezra – An end-times revelation linked to Esdras.Revelation of the Magi – Mystical accounts of Jesus’ divine origins.🔍 Discover:Prophecies of the Second Coming – Lost texts on Christ’s return.Visions of Heaven & Hell – Forgotten depictions of reward and punishment.Warnings of the Apocalypse – Predictions of world-transforming events.The Afterlife Revealed – What happens to the soul after death. For centuries, these texts have fascinated scholars, theologians, and seekers of truth. This modern translation revives their impact for today’s readers. 📖 Unlock the lost prophecies of the end times—get your copy today.Ver livro
In a world where success is predominately measured by how much money we have in the bank, the size of our financial portfolio, and how prestigious our lives are, there have been great American Entrepreneurs who have chosen to take the path less traveled – to be truly compassionate and giving. They risked judgement, ridicule, and their fortunes; but in doing so they realized they could never out give God. Author Saul Flores Jr. Brilliantly depicts in this book, Favor in Business, the incredible and encouraging stories of men and women who define what giving truly looks like, From William Colgate of the Colgate-Palmolive empire to Mary Kay of Mary Kay Cosmetics, 12 unique stories compiled from in-depth research and Biblical Scriptures grace the pages of the book to educate and bring awareness to what it means to be anointed to succeed in business. Favor in Business is uplifting, inspiring, and thought provoking. It gives new light on what it truly means to have faith and prosper because of it.Ver livro
A feminist reinterpretation of the myths surrounding Cleopatra casts new light on the Egyptian queen and her legacy The siren passionately in love with Mark Antony, the seductress who allegedly rolled out of a carpet she had herself smuggled in to see Caesar, Cleopatra is a figure shrouded in myth. Beyond the legends immortalized by Plutarch, Shakespeare, George Bernard Shaw, and others, there are no journals or letters written by Cleopatra herself. All we have to tell her story are words written by others. What has it meant for our understanding of Cleopatra to have had her story told by writers who had a political agenda, authors who distrusted her motives, and historians who believed she was a liar? Francine Prose delves into ancient Greek and Roman literary sources, as well as modern representations of Cleopatra in art, theater, and film. She challenges the common narratives driven by orientalism and misogyny and offers a new interpretation of Cleopatra’s history from the lens of our own era.Ver livro
