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  Morning and Evening Thoughts...

  James Allen

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  One of the first great modern writers of motivational and inspirational books, James Allen has influenced millions around the world through his classic work As a Man Thinketh. In the same way, As a Man Does: Morning and Evening Thoughts presents beautiful and insightful meditations to feed the mind and soul. In each of the sixty-two meditations--one for each morning and evening of the month--Allen offers both the force of truth and the blessing of comfort. The meditations presented in As a Man Doesare spiritual jewels of wisdom, reflecting the deepest experiences of the heart. As a book, its mission is simple: To lift the soul of its reader--"in the hours of work and leisure, in the days of joy and sorrow, in the sunshine and in the cloud." Whether you are familiar with the writings of James Allen or you have yet to read any of his stirring books, this beautiful volume is sure to move you, console you, and inspire you--every morning and every evening of your life.

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  To The Overland Trail (Buckskin...

  B.N. Rundell

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  The Overland Stage line had become the target of raids by the Dog Soldiers, a confederacy of Cheyenne, Arapaho and Lakota, that sought to regain the land stolen from the Indians by the new government of Colorado Territory. A bitter cold winter added to the danger of the continued assaults on wagon trains, stage stations and stages. But when Colonel Chivington launched his retaliatory attack on the peaceful Cheyenne village that resulted in a massacre of women and children, the Indians will strike back again and again. Talon Thompsett, Shotgun for the Overland stage line, would be caught in the middle of what would become the Colorado Indian Wars and after repeated skirmishes with the Dog Soldiers and living through a stage wreck, the injured Talon has a long trek ahead to return to his new wife. But she would not wait and anxious to find her husband, she sets out alone to find her man, not knowing if he’s dead or alive, but she is willing to take on the entire combined Indian nations to rescue her man. 
  Forced into a battle of her own, Ginny Thompsett proves her mettle and is joined by the legendary mountain man, James Beckwourth, in her continuing search for her husband. While the territory rages in the war between the Dog Soldiers and the many stage stations and ranches that were the object of their wrath, Talon’s determination to survive and Ginny’s commitment to prevail that will give this young couple a chance as a family and a future together.

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  HG Wells Collection - The...

  H. G. Wells

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  Dive into the enchanting literary world of H.G. Wells with this captivating digital audiobook collection. "How Gabriel Became Thompson" invites you to witness a thrilling transformation that defies the boundaries of reality. "The Reconciliation" delves into the realm of human emotions, weaving a poignant narrative of forgiveness and redemption. 
   
  Embark on a gripping adventure with "The Rajah's Treasure" as you follow explorers on a quest for hidden riches in a far-flung, exotic setting. "A Perfect Gentleman on Wheels" takes you on a journey into a world of innovation and curiosity, where a remarkable character navigates the landscape of progress and change. 
   
  Finally, prepare to be enthralled by the mysterious "Mr. Marshall's Doppelganger," a tale that unravels the enigmatic duality of identity and existence. These stories showcase the full spectrum of H.G. Wells' literary brilliance, offering a rich listening experience that transports you to different times and worlds, engaging your imagination and intellect.

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  Adventure of the Engineer's...

  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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  "The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb", one of the 56 short Sherlock Holmes stories written by British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is the ninth of the twelve stories collected in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. The story was first published in Strand Magazine in March 1892. Dr. Watson notes that this is one of only two cases which he personally brought to the attention of Sherlock Holmes. The story, set in 1889, mainly consists of a young London consultant hydraulic engineer, Mr. Victor Hatherley, recounting strange happenings of the night before, first to Dr. Watson, who dresses the stump where Mr. Hatherley's thumb has been cut off, and then to Sherlock Holmes himself.

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  Unnatural Death

  Dorothy L. Sayers

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  Book #3 in the Lord Peter Wimsey detective series. 
   
  The wealthy Agatha Dawson is dead - a trifle sooner than expected - but there are no apparent signs of foul play. 
   
  Lord Peter Wimsey, however, senses that something is amiss and refuses to let the case rest--even without any clues or leads. Suddenly, he is faced with another murder: Agatha's maid. 
   
  Can super-sleuth Wimsey find the murderer and solve the case before he becomes the killer's next victim? The intricate trail of horror and senseless murder leads from a beautiful Hampshire village to a fashionable London flat and a deliberate test of amour.

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  Two Tales from Mark Twain - A...

  Mark Twain

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  Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known by the pen name Mark Twain, was an American humorist, satirist, lecturer and writer. Twain is most noted for his novels, Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, which has since been called the Great American Novel, and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. He is also known for his quotations. During his lifetime, Twain became a friend to presidents, artists, industrialists and European royalty. Here are two of his best stories, A Dog's Tale and Cannibalism In The Cars.

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