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  Living Medicine - Don Thomas...

  Dr. Fred Appelbaum

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  A sweeping biography of the visionary behind bone marrow transplantation and the story of the diseases cured by Don Thomas's discovery. In the last half of the twentieth century, Thomas himself discovered a cure for every marrow-based disease—like leukemia, lymphoma, and sickle-cell anemia—forever changing treatment for some of the deadliest illnesses. His feats were extraordinary, earning him a Nobel Prize, and the cascade of treatments he inspired have reshaped and will continue to reshape the practice of clinical medicine. Yet no one has ever written Thomas’s courageous story. Dr. Frederick R. Appelbaum, a member of Thomas’s research team, does so for the first time in Living Medicine: Don Thomas, Marrow Transplantation, and the Cell Therapy Revolution. Bone marrow transplantation has now saved over a million lives, but when Thomas first had the idea, he was met with disbelief by the scientific community. Appelbaum, informed by decades in the field and personal connection with Thomas, tells us the secrets to Thomas’s success: his unique characteristics, how he created an effective team of researchers, and how he overcame the technical obstacles of marrow transplantation. Appelbaum tells a bigger story, too, of the scientific and societal implications of this achievement, which are critical for scientific and lay readers alike so that we all might be better informed of how far our medical progress has come and will go.

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  Madisons The: The Lives and...

  Editors Charles River

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  The Founding Fathers have become so revered by Americans in the last 200 years that the “Father of the Constitution” himself is often overlooked among the rest of the pantheon. Today James Madison’s legacy mostly pales in comparison to the likes of George Washington, Ben Franklin and his closest colleague, Thomas Jefferson, but Madison’s list of important accomplishments is monumental. 
  A lifelong statesman, Madison was the youngest delegate at the Continental Congress from 1780-83, and at 36 he was one of the youngest men who headed to Philadelphia for the Constitutional Convention in 1787. Despite his age, he was the Convention’s most influential thinker, and the man most responsible for the final draft of the U.S. Constitution. Along with Alexander Hamilton and John Jay, Madison was one of the most persuasive advocates for ratifying the Constitution. But his work was far from done; along with Thomas Jefferson, Madison was one of the founders and ideological cornerstones of the Democratic-Republican Party that guided the young nation in the first 30 years of the 19th century. That included his own presidency, in which he oversaw the War of 1812. 
  James Madison may have been the Father of the Constitution, but his wife Dolley all but defined the responsibilities and customs of being the president’s wife. Dolley had served as an informal First Lady for the widowed Thomas Jefferson, but when her husband entered the White House in 1809, Dolley went about furnishing the White House to such an extent that much of the style and items she chose were still in place when Mary Todd Lincoln became the First Lady in 1861. Dolley also became a folk hero of sorts and the center of a colorful legend that had her saving Gilbert Stuart’s priceless painting of George Washington just ahead of the British while her husband was denigrated for fleeing as Washington D.C. was burned. 

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  From Rake to Radical - An Irish...

  Anne Chambers

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  From Ireland, England, France, Austria, Greece, Turkey and Italy to America and the West Indies, overflowing with historic events, from the French Revolution to the Great Irish Famine, with a cast of the famous and infamous, Howe Peter Browne, 2nd Marquess of Sligo, lived life to the absolute limits. Privileged yet compassionate, charismatic yet flawed, Regency Buck, Irish landlord, West Indian plantation owner, Knight of St Patrick, Privy Counsellor, intrepid traveller, intimate of kings, emperors and despots, favoured guest in the fashionable salons of London and Paris, patron of artists and pugilists, founder of the Irish Turf Club, friend and fellow traveller of Lord Byron, treasure-seeker, spy, sailor and jailbird, as well as the father of fifteen children, the astonishing range and diversity of Sligo's life is breathtaking.
  
  
  From a youth of hedonistic self-indulgence in Regency England to a reforming, responsible, well-intentioned legislator and landlord, Sligo became enshrined in the history of Jamaica as 'Emancipator of the Slaves' and in Ireland as 'The Poor Man's Friend' during the most difficult of times.
  
  
  Eight years in the writing and sourced from over 15,000 primary contemporary manuscripts located by the author in private and public archives around the world, From Rake to Radical sheds new light on significant historical events and on the people who shaped them in Ireland, England, Europe and the West Indies during a period of momentous political turbulence and change.

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  Where There’s Muck There’s Bras:...

  Kate Fox

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  From rebels to writers, athletes to astronauts, join Kate Fox takes on an entertaining and eye-opening journey through the lives of these extraordinary women whose lives and achievements have too long been hidden.  
  From Cartimandua, the forgotten Iron Age Queen of the North, to Woodbine-smoking football player Lily Parr, Kate with her trademark wit and sense of fun, shows how these astonishing trailblazers laid the ground for modern stars from Victoria Wood to Little Mix. Nicola Adams, Betty Boothroyd and Helen Sharman all have these unsung northern champions to thank for paving their way. 
  Funny, enlightening and a call to arms, it’s perfect for a nation ready to rediscover its hidden heroes. 
  Kate Fox's exploration of these women's lives is a top-notch autobiography, shedding light on the political and social landscape of Britain. Their stories, intertwined with the history of Europe, are a testament to their resilience and their impact on the world. 
  For fans of Neil Oliver (The Story of the World in 100 Moments), David Sedaris (Happy-Go-Lucky), Eleanor Parker (Winters in the World), Katy Wix (The Methuen Book of Comic Monologues for Women), and Maggie O'Farrell (I Am, I Am, I Am). 
  HarperCollins 2022

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  Poor Folk - A Heartfelt Story of...

  Fyodor Dostoevsky

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  How much suffering can a kind heart endure? 
  In Poor Folk, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a deeply moving epistolary novel that reveals the struggles of the impoverished through an intimate exchange of letters. Makar Devushkin, a poor government clerk, finds solace in his correspondence with Varvara Dobroselova, a young woman also trapped in a life of hardship. Their letters—filled with love, despair, and longing—reveal the pain of social isolation and the quiet endurance of those who live in poverty. 
  As Makar sacrifices his own well-being to support Varvara, his dignity is tested against the harsh realities of an uncaring society. Through his words, Dostoevsky masterfully explores themes of human compassion, self-sacrifice, and the invisible suffering of the lower class. 
  What You’ll Discover in This Modern Translation:A Poignant Tale of Poverty and Love – Experience the deeply personal struggles of two people trying to hold on to hope in a world of suffering.A Masterpiece of Russian Realism – Witness the raw emotions and unfiltered realities of 19th-century Russian society.A Modern, Accessible Translation – This adaptation retains the heart and soul of Dostoevsky’s novel while making it readable for contemporary audiences.An Unforgettable Exploration of Human Resilience – Discover how dignity, kindness, and love can persist even in the harshest conditions. 
  Can kindness and love overcome the crushing weight of poverty? 
  Get your copy today and experience one of the most heartfelt and compassionate novels ever written.

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  The Acts of Paul and Thecla - A...

  2nd Century CE) Anonymous ...

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  What does it mean to live a life of faith and courage in the face of adversity? How can devotion to God inspire extraordinary acts of resilience and transformation? 
  The Acts of Paul and Thecla is one of the most inspiring stories from early Christian literature. Written in the 2nd century CE, this powerful text tells the story of Thecla—a noblewoman who abandons her privileged life to follow the teachings of Paul.  
  Facing persecution, defying expectations, and surviving miraculous trials, Thecla becomes a symbol of unwavering faith and spiritual courage. 
  Now presented in a clear, modern translation, this edition brings her remarkable journey to life for today’s listener. 
  What you'll discover inside: 
  •	A Story of Unwavering Faith – Thecla’s devotion leads her through trials, transformation, and triumph 
  •	Lessons on Courage and Resilience – Overcoming fear, social norms, and adversity through inner strength and belief 
  •	Divine Intervention and Miracles – Miraculous events that reflect God’s grace and protection 
  •	A Glimpse into Early Christianity – Insights into the values, struggles, and hope of the early Church 
  Whether you’re seeking spiritual inspiration or a powerful narrative of transformation, The Acts of Paul and Thecla offers a timeless tale of faith, courage, and divine grace. 
  Begin your journey today—and be inspired by a story that continues to resonate across the centuries.

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