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This compelling reference presents the history of ancient Greece - the culture that brought us democracy, the Olympics, Socrates, and Alexander the Great - through gripping stories: the rise and fall of the phenomenal empire, the powerful legacy left by ancient Greece for the modern world, and the new discoveries shedding light on these ancient people who are still so much with us.

Inequality. Influence. Fraud. Sabotage. These are the themes of great fiction and our modern economy. In this collection of short stories by some of today’s most scintillating writers, the rich get poorer and the poor get richer. Yeah, right! From the heartbreaking to the hilarious, here are eight instantly classic battles over currency, class, privilege - and social distance.

Brought to you by Penguin. The eagerly-awaited book by Emma Cline, author of the global phenomenon The Girls The stories in Emma Cline's stunning first collection consider the dark corners of human experience, exploring the fault lines of power between men and women, parents and children, past...

The lectures address-in chronological sequence-a series of major works that have shaped the ongoing development of Western thought both in their own right and in cultural dialogue with other traditions. In the process, the course engages many of the most perennial and far-reaching questions that we face in our daily lives.

From journalist, fashionista, and clothing resale expert Elizabeth L. Cline, “the Michael Pollan of fashion,”* comes the definitive guide to building an ethical, sustainable wardrobe you'll love. Clothing is one of the most personal expressions of who we are. In her landmark investigation...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A rollicking alien invasion thriller that embraces and subverts science-fiction conventions, from the author of the worldwide phenomenon Ready Player One “Exciting . . . mixes Star Wars, The Last Starfighter, Independence Day, and a really gnarly round of Space...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A young woman pretends to be someone she isn’t in this “spellbinding” (Vogue), “smoldering” (The Washington Post) novel by the New York Times bestselling author of The Girls. “Under Cline’s command, every sentence as sharp as a scalpel, a woman toeing the...

Breaking into the boardroom or stepping confidently into leadership doesn’t happen by accident—it happens when you know the rules of the game and play them with purpose. In The Rules of the Game for Women in Business, you’ll discover how to shift from being overlooked to owning your place at the table with strategy, confidence, and a winning mindset. Drawing from real experience building and selling a multi-million-dollar company, the author reveals how women can decode the “playbook” of business, overcome self-doubt, and step into success with clarity and courage.

A soulful podcast for midlife women who feel off, restless, or disconnected, especially those navigating big life transitions like empty nests, career shifts, caregiving, or rediscovering themselves after life changes. Join Rachel Cline, yoga teacher and life coach, for short episodes with simple tools to help you slow down, trust yourself, and feel more like you again. Through breathwork, mindfulness, and everyday rituals, you’ll reconnect with what really matters, gently, and for real.

Embark on a wackadoo parenting journey drawn from the heartwarming adventures of the Heeler Family! Inspired by the lovable show Bluey, this delightful book brings to life 10 invaluable parenting lessons drawn from the adventures of Bluey, Bingo, and their parents, Bandit and Chilli. Backed by proven data and research, this parenting guide not only unveils the positive impact of each lesson on your child's development but also real-life tips on how to infuse the Bluey magic into your own family story.

This audiobook contrasts this false religion with the true Christian faith. It is an attempt to flesh out some of the message found in the film By What Standard.

Einige Tage, nachdem er das Easter Egg von James Halliday gefunden und den Wettbewerb um die OASIS für sich entschieden hat, macht Wade Watts eine Entdeckung, die alles verändern könnte. In einem seiner Tresorräume hat Halliday eine Technologie für ihn versteckt, die die OASIS noch wundervoller und suchterzeugender macht, als es sich Wade je hätte träumen lassen. Doch gleichzeitig wird er vor ein Rätsel gestellt und muss ein weiteres Abenteuer bestehen. Es gilt ein letztes Easter Egg zu finden, das Halliday in der OASIS versteckt hat.

Short, Accessible Guide to Biblical Theology Helps Churches Avoid Heretical Doctrine.

Même joueur, essaye encore ! Une nouvelle quête. Deux mondes en jeu. Etes-vous prêts ? Le concours de James Halliday enfin terminé, Wade Watts pense pouvoir retrouver une vie plus paisible. Mais c'est compter sans la découverte inattendue de l'ONI, un casque permettant de se connecter à l'OASIS directement relié au cortex cérébral de l'utilisateur. Une technologie révolutionnaire capable de changer le monde et de rendre l'OASIS encore plus merveilleux et addictif.

Eine Insel im Pazifischen Ozean, die auf keiner Karte zu finden ist. Gigantische Tentakelwesen, die die Erde zu verschlingen drohen. Und eine Handvoll Menschen auf der Schwelle von Zeit und Raum, die versuchen, das zu verhindern, Terminus ist der letzte Teil der dystopischen Lovecraft-Hommage von Audible-Bestseller-Autor Peter Clines. Gelesen von Bernd Reheuser, der bereits bei den ersten drei Teilen der Threshold-Reihe zu hören ist.

The No AC Only Fans Podcast focuses mainly on comedy, sports, and story telling. We take in listener questions as well as have guest and an array of topics to cover to where you the listener are never bored.

When 11-year-old Langston's mother dies in 1946, he and his father leave rural Alabama for Chicago's brown belt as a part of what came to be known as the Great Migration. It's lonely in the small apartment with just the two of them, and Langston is bullied at school. But his new home has one fantastic thing. Unlike the whites-only library in Alabama, the local public library welcomes everyone. There, hiding out after school, Langston discovers another Langston, a poet whom he learns inspired his mother enough to name her only son after him.

Zack Lightman a passé sa vie à rêver. À rêver que la réalité pouvait être un peu plus semblable à celle montrée dans les innombrables livres de science-fiction, films et jeux vidéo qu'il a dévoré toute sa vie. À rêver qu'un jour, un événement particulier viendrait bouleverser la monotonie de son ennuyeuse existence et le propulse dans une aventure galactique lointaine. Il sait bien qu'ici, dans le monde réel, les adolescents ordinaires à tendance colérique et amateurs de jeux vidéo ne sont pas choisis pour sauver l'univers.

The ancient Chinese philosopher Mencius compared children to tender sprouts, shaped by soil, sunlight, water, and, importantly, the efforts of patient farmers and gardeners. At times, children require our protection, other times we must take a step back and allow them to grow. A practical parenting manual, philosophical reflection on the relationship between parent and child, and necessary response to modern stereotypes of Eastern parenting, Little Sprouts and the Dao of Parenting reconsiders cultural definitions of success....

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, listeners can now get the first eight biographies in the chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds in one audio collection! She Persisted: Harriet Tubman...