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  Thomas Jefferson's America

  Jim Weiss

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  Thomas Jefferson lived a dozen lifetimes in one: patriot, scientist, architect, United States President, author of the Declaration of Independence. Now Jim Weiss brings you the story of this extraordinary man. This audiobook, written and narrated by Jim Weiss, tells the story of Thomas Jefferson's life, struggles, and accomplishments as he helped to create the United States of America.  Thomas Jefferson lived a dozen lifetimes in one. Patriot, scientist, architect, president, author of the Declaration of Independence, he preferred above all titles, "father" and "grandfather." Yet time and again, demand for his unique skills drew him from the quiet home he loved. In this recording, you will thrill to true stories of war and peace, loyalty and betrayal, battles against empires and struggles against slavery. This fascinating storytelling biography also presents real-life portraits of Washington, Adams, Madison, Franklin, Monroe, Hamilton, and Lafayette.

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  Simone

  Viet Thanh Nguyen

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  When a wildfire threatens Simone’s home, she and Má must rush to take shelter. 
   
  Guided by her own creativity, and buoyed by Má’s memories of her childhood in Vi?t Nam, Simone navigates her way through an all-too-common crisis. 
   
  This powerful story, straddling two generations and two countries, shows how communities come together in tough times, and how the youngest can imagine the path to a better future.

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  The Scaredy-Cat Kitten

  Roz Rosenbluth

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  Fun sound-effects and whimsical music help tell the adventurous tale of “The Scaredy-Cat Kitten.” Mother cat has two very different kittens. Herbie is curious and brave. But his sister Sarah is afraid of everything. When the kittens go for a walk Sarah is even afraid of her own shadow. Find out what happens when Herbie gets caught in briars and Sarah needs to go get Mother for help. A positive ending adds interest to this adorable story and encourages a lifelong love for reading.

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  Rainbow

  Michael Tolkien

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  Grace is fascinated by the natural world. To increase this precious sense of wonder, she is chosen by Nature’s spirit guides and guardians to travel on ‘a funny, sometimes fearful journey’ with an amethyst stone as her guide and promise of help along the way. Creatures she expects to assist her are too self-important. Her allies are small, often overlooked plants, flowers and insects. Her main goal seems to be discovering what lies in and beyond the rainbow, but her adventures bring her only slowly nearer to its mysterious garden, bridge and palace. Everything appears to be a long way round.  
  She decides to assist a lost, bitter boy – Downcast Don – to rediscover ‘wonder’ by obtaining for him a specially made silver spade. This takes her through strange and fearful forests, down a well to find an underground forge, and into an overwhelming encounter with an ancient giantess in a bleak desert. Her chief guide, Heartsease, assures her that it’s all part of a search for rainbow wisdom, to recognize the importance of all things and people and to accept ‘not knowing’. She can then ascend the ‘Shining Stairway’ to a stranger country beyond. 
  Up here Grace is nearer the rainbow but time and distance play tricks and she is in danger of being side-tracked. A knight, Sir Cloudy, a kind dreamer who lives in a time warp, invites her to his ‘Castle in the Air’. She is deceived by a Menace and his monstrous Mother, and only just escapes their clutches. The promised places are beautiful and intriguing but she must learn about what lies under the surface. The palace that crowns the bow bridge is where the guides and guardians weave their many-colored tapestries that reveal perspectives and choices about the future. When Grace descends the vanishing rainbow steps she meets characters who have made her journey so instructive, and once back in the everyday world she is still herself but somehow more so because she can see and understand more acutely.

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  Manhood - How to Get Things Done

  Augustus Vaughn

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  Embark on the final leg of your philosophical journey with "Manhood: How to Get Things Done," the culminating volume in Augustus Vaughn’s transformative series on modern masculinity. This unabridged audiobook weaves together ancient Greek wisdom and contemporary insights to guide you in mastering the art of effective action and achieving your most profound goals. 
  In this conclusive installment, Vaughn draws inspiration from the timeless teachings of the ancient Greeks—those who championed the virtues of purpose, diligence, and practical wisdom. Building on the philosophical foundation laid in previous volumes, this guide explores how to translate noble intentions into concrete achievements with the disciplined resolve of a true philosopher-king. 
  "Manhood: How to Get Things Done" explores the classical ideals of arete (excellence) and praxis (action) by integrating Stoic resilience and Aristotelian practical wisdom. Vaughn delves into the nature of effective action, teaching you how to align your inner virtues with purposeful endeavors. Embrace the philosophical approach to time management, strategic planning, and the art of overcoming obstacles through disciplined effort and thoughtful reflection. 
  This audiobook offers a contemplative roadmap for transforming lofty ideals into practical realities. Vaughn provides actionable insights into how to cultivate a mindset that mirrors the Greek virtues of determination and sagacity, ensuring that your ambitions are not only lofty but also attainable. 
  As you reach the final chapter of this enlightening series, "Manhood: How to Get Things Done" invites you to embody the philosophical wisdom of the ancients, merging inner fortitude with effective action. Embrace the opportunity to achieve greatness through focused effort and philosophical clarity. 
  Join Augustus Vaughn in this final exploration and in the great social fight for Manhood.

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  Serge & Roscoe

  Len Vlahos

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  Two mismatched rescue dogs, Serge, an otterhound on the verge of retirement, and Roscoe, a border collie fresh out of the academy, are forced to team up to save the day when a wildfire ravages a Colorado forest.   
  Roscoe is a Search and Rescue Force rookie who doesn’t play by the rules. Serge is a veteran of the Force, looking forward to a well-earned retirement. Roscoe can’t wait to make his first rescue, while Serge just wants to get through the next three days so he can finally just . . . chillax. 
  But when the largest fire Colorado has ever seen starts tearing through the forest, it’s all paws on deck for the Search and Rescue team. Serge and Roscoe are thrown together as partners, and with lives on the line, there’s no time for them to not get along. Will this mismatched team figure out how to work together to save the day? Get your woof on in this story of bravery, adventure, and doggy snacks from beloved author and longtime bookstore owner Len Vlahos. 
  Perfect for fans of Max: Dog, Hero, Marine and Zootopia.

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