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Born into an illustrious family of swashbuckling war heroes and brilliant political leaders, Lady Hester Stanhope was a Regency-era adventuress who lived on her own terms and refused to conform.
Fans of Shana Abé, Theresa Ann Fowler, and Fiona Davis will be captivated by the unforgettable spirit at the heart of USA Today bestselling author Andrea Penrose's dazzling new historical novel based on the real life of Lady Hester Stanhope (1776-1839),...
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This biographical novel recounts the extraordinary intuitions of the Italian-American visionary founder of the world's largest bank, the Bank of America. Amadeo Peter, or AP for his San Francisco friends, dedicated his life to generate wealth for the people of his home town, in particular for the Italian immigrant's community. He was an innovator and humanist, who always put the common good ahead of personal gain. He revolutionized the banking system...
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In "Threads of Resilience: A Journey Across Continents and Generations," take an extraordinary journey into the tapestry of one person's life, spanning decades, cultures, and continents. This enthralling story follows Amir, a Lebanese soul whose experiences serve as a monument to the enduring force of resilience, cultural inquiry, and the pursuit of aspirations.Amir's journey unfolds against the backdrop of a nation in flux, a place where aromatic...
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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Grace O'Malley, Princess and Pirate" by Robert Machray. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature....
5) Voyage East
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A stirring tale of life aboard ship during the last great days of the Merchant Navy
New junior officer Laddie signs on to the cargo liner Antigone on a voyage to the Far East. He finds himself part of a crew who all have their own stories to tell about life at sea.
Over the course of the eventful journey to Hong Kong and Singapore, he comes to know them all, from Captain 'China Dick' Richards and the experienced and remote Master to the vulnerable...
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Lily, a beautiful five-year-old, leaned over the fire to poke at the wood. A spark flew up and landed on the collar of her high-necked velvet dress. She brushed at the spark, but it had caught the lace and was burning her neck. Another spark landed in her hair. "Momma," she screamed, as she frantically brushed at the flames that seemed to be crawling up her body.An accident that changes Lily's life. But there are other changes affecting the family...
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Le livre explore la vie et les réalisations d'Elon Musk, entrepreneur, ingénieur et PDG de SpaceX, Tesla Motors, The Boring Company et SolarCity. Le livre se concentre sur les premières années de Musk, les défis rencontrés par ses entreprises et ses projets futurs. Il couvre l'histoire de SpaceX et de la vision de Musk pour l'exploration spatiale, l'innovation de Tesla dans les technologies de conduite autonome, la création de SolarCity, les...
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Bucky Lew burst through pro basketball's color barrier to become the first Black player in an otherwise white league-and playing was just a start. He wanted to dominate in every single role in the game-from player to coach to general manager to owner. His dream looked to be deferred when Harry Hough, the league's best player, refused to play against him in a regular season matchup that the press billed as a preview of the championship. Not only were...
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Der Verfasser dieser Zeilen war von 1970 bis 2020 als Verwaltungsbeamter bei der Stadt Bochum tätig. Die geschilderten dienstlichen Erlebnisse wurden ausschließlich aus der Erinnerung heraus niedergeschrieben. Aufgrund des langen Zeitraumes können die Darstellungen natürlich keinen Anspruch auf eine völlig korrekte Wiedergabe mehr erheben. Sie dienen jedoch dem Ziel, den in fünf Jahrzehnten eingetretenen Wandel innerhalb der Stadtverwaltung...
10) Through It All
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Dive into the intertwining lives of two resilient women in Through it All, set against the backdrop of a small-town tapestry. Bonnie, weathered by life's tempests, navigates through a maze of loss, abuse, shattered dreams, and a justice system that falls short. Amidst the storm of family secrets and societal judgments, her life is a testament to enduring hope.On the other hand, Carly, a budding writer, embarks on a journey from rejection to acceptance...
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A dark chapter in recent human history
The first part of this novel follows the adventures of three young friends during a memorable last mountain climbing trip to a remote area of a country under the control of a ruthless authoritarian regime. During their journey, the young men have to cope with:bear encounters,venomous adders,colorful locals, storms,dangerous climbs,flooded caves, and other challenges, as the main purpose of their trip is gradually...
12) Nellie
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Nellie finds herself alone, confused, desperate. A resident of Sycamore Acres memory care unit, life makes no sense anymore. Where are her boys? Why don't her friends come around? Where are the people who care for her? Her fellow residents hate her. The feeling is mutual. Worst yet, the staff at Sycamore Acres make her life a living hell. Her daily routine is redundant conflict. They look at her with disdain, they treat her like a troubled child....
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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Hidden Masterpiece" by Honoré de Balzac. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Green Carnation" by Robert Hichens. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
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Aus geheime Memoiren von Madame du Hausset, Lady's Maid von Madame de Pompadour, und von einem unbekannten englischen Mädchen und der Prinzessin Lamballe lesen wir die Begebenheiten am Hofe Ludwigs XV. Vom Attentat auf den König, Krankheiten von Madame de Pompadour und des Königs, Liebschaften, Affären und Mätressenwirtschaft des Herrschers, bis hin zu den Höflingen und Geschehnissen am Hof des Nachfolgers des Sonnenkönigs. Die Marquise starb...
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Nicole du Hausset ist bekannt für ihre berühmten Memoiren über ihre Zeit am französischen Hof, die erstmals 1824 veröffentlicht wurden und als wertvolle Quelle über historische Persönlichkeiten dienen. Sie war die Kammerzofe und persönliche Vertraute von Madame de Pompadour. Nicole du Hausset war die arme, aber gut vernetzte Witwe eines Adligen und sollte Pompadours Anpassung am königlichen Hof erleichtern. Wir lesen die Erinnerungen von...
17) How Private George W. Peck Put Down the Rebellion or, The Funny Experiences of a Raw Recruit - 1887
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DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "How Private George W. Peck Put Down the Rebellion or, The Funny Experiences of a Raw Recruit - 1887" by George W. Peck. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment...
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Unter der Herrschaft der Medici war Florenz im 15. Jahrhundert zu einer der reichsten Städte Europas aufgestiegen. Bis der fanatische Mönch Savonarola seinen Kreuzzug gegen den Luxus begann. Savonarola stand an der Spitze des von der Herrscherfamilie Florenz gestifteten Klosters San Marco. Der Förderer bekam dafür keinen Dank. Savonarolas Predigten bezichtigen den Gönner der Verschwendung, der Ungerechtigkeit. Den Einfall des Franzosenkönigs...
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A golpe de notas y capturas de pantalla del teléfono móvil, realizadas a lo largo de los años en las distintas ciudades donde vive y trabaja -de Londres a Madrid, de Nueva York a Los Ángeles-, Chloé Wallace reelabora sus distintas experiencias vitales en una serie de ensayos autobiográficos caracterizados por su honestidad y un sentido del humor despojado de artificios y cinismo.
Una reflexión deconstruida y acronológica sobre las diferentes...
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The "Cyclops" of Greek myth tells the story of his life, including his famous encounter with Odysseus. He is a man, not the monster of myth, although he is extremely large, very powerful, and has but one good eye. He tells the story of his troubled childhood; his friendship with his little sister, Anastasia; his love for his mother, Thoosa; and his fraught pursuit of the beautiful island shepherdess, Galatea. It is a story of loneliness, banishment,...
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