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Jack und Ronnie treten gemeinsam aus dem Schatten des Zweiten Weltkriegs auf die Bretter, die die Welt bedeuten. Jack ist Entertainer, Ronnie Zauberer. Sie kommen beide aus dem berüchtigten Londoner East End und steigen im flirrenden Showgeschäft der Fünfzigerjahre zu Stars auf. Evie, Ronnies Assistentin und Verlobte, beginnt heimlich eine Affäre mit Jack. Aus Freunden werden Rivalen. Wenig später verschwindet Ronnie während eines Auftritts und bleibt unauffindbar - als könnte er wirklich zaubern.

A Modest Proposal for Preventing the Children of Poor People in Ireland From Being a Burden to Their Parents or Country, and for Making Them Beneficial to the Public, commonly referred to as A Modest Proposal, is a Juvenalian satirical essay written and published anonymously by Jonathan Swift in 1729. Swift suggests in his essay that the impoverished Irish might ease their economic troubles by selling children as food. By doing this he mocks the authority of the British officials.

Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst (2017) explains the numerous biological, cultural, and evolutionary factors that shape human behavior. Neurobiologist Robert M. Sapolsky uses studies from various scientific disciplines, including neurology, psychology, sociology, and anthropology, to explore why humans exhibit variable responses to both provocative and mundane situations.... (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book. If you’re looking for the original book, it is available from Amazon and Audible.)

Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life (1999) by clinical psychologist Marshall B. Rosenberg offers a life-affirming, empathy-based approach to conflict resolution. The goal of practicing nonviolent communication, or NVC, is not to win an argument.... Purchase this in-depth summary to learn more. (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book. If you’re looking for the original book, it is available from Amazon and Audible.)

Schöne Briefe großer Freundschaften zum Zuhören, 10 Vorlagen zum selbst Gestalten "Sei versichert von meiner wahren Freundschaft..." Aufrichtig und persönlich sind Briefe unter Freunden, kreativ und wertvoll sind Botschaften, die von Hand in Schönschrift verfasst werden. Hier kommt beides zusammen: Inspirierende Briefe großer Persönlichkeiten, gelesen von Sprechern wie Thomas Loibl, Rosalie Thomass und Peter Veit, zeugen von innigen Freundschaften.

Brought to you by Penguin. A wickedly clever satire uses comic inversions to offer telling insights into the nature of man and society, the Penguin Classics edition of Jonathan Swift's Gulliver's Travels is edited with an introduction and notes by Robert Demaria, Jr. Gulliver's Travels describes...

In Gullivers Reise nach Lilliput, dem ersten Teil von Jonathan Swifts berühmtem Roman Gullivers Reisen, verschlägt es den englischen Schiffsarzt Lemuel Gulliver nach einem Schiffbruch auf eine seltsame Insel – Lilliput. Dort wird er von winzigen Menschen gefesselt, die ihn zunächst fürchten, dann bewundern – und schließlich für politische Zwecke instrumentalisieren. Was wie ein märchenhaftes Abenteuer beginnt, entpuppt sich bald als scharfsinnige Satire auf Macht, Bürokratie und menschliche Eitelkeit.

This set includes five tales of extraordinary heroism, marvelous intrigue, and exceptional courage that have inspired and amazed people for generations.

Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon (2017) by Joe Dispenza guides listeners through the steps of developing their full potential, which is far beyond what most believe is possible. Bridging science and spirituality, Dispenza outlines principles and practices that can help ordinary people harness the power inside themselves to achieve remarkable outcomes in their daily lives, including drastic improvements in health, mood, finances, and relationships....

Jonathon Swift changed the way that prose was written forever, now for the first time ever you can listen to three of his best works collected in one bundle! Writing both fiction and satire, Jonathon Swift was noted for his poignant and often times cutting views of the society he lived in. He is still regarded as the most important prose satirist in the English language and is required reading in many schools.

Lemuel Gulliver, Schiffsarzt und später Kapitän, schildert die Erlebnisse seiner vier Reisen. Auf der Insel Liliput lernt er winzige Einwohner kennen. Auf der Insel Brobdingnag ist Gulliver Zwerg unter Riesen. Die Bewohner der schwebenden Insel Laputa terrorisieren die darunterliegende Insel Balnibarbi und widmen ihr Leben einer überflüssigen Bildung. Schließlich begegnet er den Hauyhnhnms, vernünftigen Pferden. In ihrem Land leben auch wilde Humanoide, die Yähu (die von den Pferden als Haus- und Lasttiere gehalten werden).

Fierce Conversations: Achieving Success at Work and in Life, One Conversation at a Time (originally published in 2002, and revised in 2017) is a self-help guide about the importance of frank, empathetic communication. Author Susan Scott believes that, too often, personal and professional conversations are unproductive, or even counter-productive. Purchase this in-depth summary to learn more. (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book. If you’re looking for the original book, it is available from Amazon and Audible.)

Gulliver is shipwrecked on the Island of Lilliput where the natives are tiny people living in a miniature society. With his unique overview of this realm, Gulliver discovers a world of petty politics and small minds. Coerced into a war between two nations who disagree on the best way to eat boiled eggs, Gulliver finds himself betrayed by friends and battered by enemies - escape is his only option if he wants to survive! Gulliver's adventures in Lilliput are hilarious, disturbing and profound.

"Gulliver's Travels" (1726, amended 1735), officially "Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World", is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the "travellers' tales" literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift's magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature.

The 18th Century Classics Collection steps into the vibrant and tumultuous world of 18th century Europe. With this captivating anthology of some of the most influential works of 1700s literature, we encounter biting satire, passionate romance, and political tumultuousness. From the philosophical musings of Candide to the dark, gothic suspense of The Monk, this collection provides an eclectic mix of narrative styles and genres, capturing the essence of an age marked by intellectual revolution, social upheaval, and profound artistic expression.

This is a summary of Say Good Night to Insomnia (1998) by sleep doctor Gregg D. Jacobs. It is a primer on sleeplessness and how to correct it. Insomnia is a widespread problem that’s often treated with dangerous prescription drugs, if it’s treated at all....

Der Schiffsarzt Lemuel Gulliver schildert seine Erlebnisse auf vier Reisen Anfang des 18. Jahrhunderts. Auf diesen Reisen machte er zunächst auf der Insel Liliput die Bekanntschaft der winzigen Einwohner, den Liliputanern. Diesen kann er unter anderem dadurch behilflich sein, dass er eine Feuersbrunst durch einfaches Pinkeln zum Erlöschen bringt.

This is a summary of The 5 AM Club: Own Your Morning, Elevate Your Life (2018) by leadership guru Robin Sharma. It is an inspirational work of fiction. Sharma uses the narrative of a fictional artist, entrepreneur, and tycoon to extol the virtues of rising early every morning.

The Definitive Book of Body Language (2004) by body language experts Allan and Barbara Pease is a comprehensive guide to non-verbal communication. An expanded version of Allen Pease’s Body Language (1981), The Definitive Book of Body Language outlines the basics of body language, including expressions, gestures, and physical movements. (Disclaimer: This is NOT the original book. If you’re looking for the original book, it is available from Amazon.)

In Leading Change (2012), long-time Harvard business professor John P. Kotter outlines his influential process to establish and secure permanent changes that will make any organization more efficient, successful, and competitive. Bringing change to an organization often entails high stakes. Success can revitalize a business and unlock new potential, but failure can doom a firm to years of stagnation. Purchase this in-depth summary to learn more.