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  Louisa May Alcott's Love For...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Louisa May Alcott´s Little Women is the author´s love song for German culture and literature. In the novel, there are many moments when the characters make references to German literature, and Jo's love interest professor Bhaer is also based on Alcott's favourite writer, the German poet Goethe. When Friedrich helps Jo when she struggles writing to Weekly Volcano, we can see her influences from Goethe, Friedrich recommends Jo read Shakespeare and study characters like Goethe would have done. It is also remarkable that Alcott gives Jo a German love interest because German immigrants were widely discriminated in 19th century America, but in Concord where Alcott's resided there was a full-blown German epidemic with people rushing to buy German books and anything that came from Germany. 
  In the very first chapter of Little Women Jo wishes for a copy of Undine and Sintram as a Christmas present. Undine and Sintram is a collection of Scandinavian and Germanic fables written by French-German author Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué. This book appears again in the last Little Women book, Jo´s boys. Marches help the poor Hummel family who has immigrated from Germany. Beth and Marmee are especially close to them. Beth catches terrible scarlet fever, but the Marches never blame the Hummels. Epidemic diseases were rather common back then and Louisa always writes about the Hummels with great sympathy. In the chapter "Camp Lawrence" John Brooke translates a German song for Meg and reads her parts from "Mary Stuart", a play that was written by German poet and philosopher Friedrich Schiller. At Meg´s and John´s wedding, Laurie suggests that they dance as the Germans do.

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  In My Dreams I Dance: A story of...

  Anne Wafula Strike

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  The inspirational memoir from Paralympian and disability advocate Anne Wafula Strike, updated for 2024 
  Left partially paralysed below the rib cage by polio, Anne Wafula Strike was forced to flee her native Kenyan village, moving across the country with her family. After overcoming additional adversity, including the loss of her mother and ableist prejudice, Anne moved to the UK, where she discovered her talent for wheelchair racing. 
  The first East African to compete in her sport, representing Kenya in the 2004 Paralympics before joining Paralympics GB, Anne is now a fierce advocate for the promotion of the games around the world, and a champion of disabled rights. 
  First published in 2010, and fully updated with Anne’s passionate activism – including her campaign for more accessibility on public transport – In My Dreams I Dance is an incredibly inspiring story about why you should never let others slow you down. 
  This best-selling autobiography is a powerful narrative of personal resilience and social advocacy. It's a testament to Anne's journey from a Kenyan village to the top of the Paralympic sports world, and her tireless work for the rights of people with disabilities. 
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  HarperCollins 2024

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  Their Finest Hour - 30 Biblical...

  R.T. Kendall, O. S. Hawkins

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  A powerful collection of 30 Bible stories about people whose faith in God brought them their finest hour. 
  In today's world, it's easy to fall prey to the approval addiction--seeking the praise of others instead of focusing on pleasing God. In Their Finest Hour, best-selling author R.T. Kendall highlights 30 Bible characters who put their trust in God despite their moments of self-effacing vulnerability. Through these stories, we can learn valuable lessons about faith and trusting God even when it isn't popular or easy to do so. 
  You'll learn the importance of sticking to your convictions, letting God be in control, and trusting His plan for your life through stories of biblical figures, including:Leah, who experienced delayed significance.Rahab, who saw a better future with God's people.Habakkuk, who was willing to wait on the Lord. 
    
  Their Finest Hour is for ordinary Christians looking to deepen their faith, their understanding of the Bible, and their relationship with God. Relatable stories and personal anecdotes make this book an invaluable resource for pastors, teachers, small groups, and believers seeking inspiration and guidance in their spiritual journey. 
  An enlightening and engaging exploration of moments when ordinary people achieved greatness in the eyes of God, Their Finest Hour will inspire you to seek the true honor that comes from God alone.

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  Instructions to His Generals -...

  Frederick the Great, Tim Zengerink

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  What if you could master the art of leadership, inspire loyalty, and achieve victory through strategy and discipline? 
  Instructions to His Generals: The Military Philosophy of Frederick the Great presents the timeless wisdom of one of history’s greatest military leaders, thoughtfully adapted for today’s listeners. 
  Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, distilled his strategies and leadership principles into concise instructions for his generals. His insights provide a practical roadmap for military success, effective leadership, and strategic thinking. Beyond the battlefield, these principles offer profound lessons for modern leaders, strategists, and anyone seeking success through preparation and discipline. 
  This isn’t just a military text—it’s a guide to mastering leadership, building confidence, and achieving success in the face of challenges. 
  What You’ll Discover: 
  - Strategic Leadership: Inspire loyalty, build disciplined teams, and lead decisively with preparation and adaptability. 
  - The Art of Strategy: Gain insights into planning, executing campaigns, and succeeding through calculated decisions. 
  - Discipline and Adaptability: Embrace preparation, resilience, and flexibility to overcome obstacles. 
  - Clear, Accessible Language: Frederick’s timeless instructions are presented in a modernized format for today’s leaders. 
  Frederick the Great’s Instructions offers a masterclass in leadership, strategy, and discipline. His principles continue to inspire leaders and professionals striving to succeed in a competitive world. 
  Imagine having the tools to lead decisively, adapt to challenges, and inspire confidence in those you lead. 
  Download your copy today and transform your approach to leadership with Frederick the Great’s timeless wisdom.

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  By the River - Essays from the...

  Various Contributors

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  Memory flows like a river, and it is through its constant flow that we come into being.
  
  
  Twelve of our most exciting contemporary writers consider the subject of rivers and how they shape us throughout our lives, demarcating cities as well as moulding our creative consciousness.
  
  Tessa Hadley revisits Rumer Godden's The River; Jo Hamya pays homage to Virginia Woolf; Michael Malay goes nightfishing for eels along the River Severn; Marchelle Farrell revisits the tropical waterfalls of her childhood home in Trinidad; and Caleb Azumah Nelson is drawn to the Guadalquivir in Seville.
  
  Tender and astute, By the River explores the cultural, social and psychological significance of the rivers that run through our societies and our minds, bringing together writers in a celebration of water and its transformative qualities.

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  Never Give Up - The Story of...

  David Arnholm, Helle Bertram

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  When Hassan Torabi arrived in Denmark as a refugee from Iran, he quickly became the big hope of the local wrestling club. When he participated in the first Danish reality TV show, the Danish version of “Survivor”, he became known throughout the country as the warm and helpful man who had taken a photo of his Indian guru with him on the island. And when the national TV channel DR2 broadcast the documentary “Hassan’s Hands”, he became known as the man who could give ill people new hope. 
  Now he is sharing the story about his life. About being a quiet and introverted child growing up in a country with revolution and executions. About the escape and meeting the Danes’ skeptical attitude to a man with dark hair and an accent. And about working with some of the biggest sports stars in the world, and a journey to India that changed his life. 
  ”Never Give Up – The Story Of Hassan Torabi” is also a series of portraits of the people who have experienced first-hand how Hassan has played a defining role in their lives and inspired hope when nobody else could.

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