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Alcoholics Anonymous: The Big Book is the foundational text of the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) fellowship, first published in 1939 and still widely used today. Written primarily by AA co-founder Bill Wilson, it outlines the Twelve-Step program of recovery from alcoholism and includes powerful, personal stories of individuals who have overcome addiction through AA. The book serves as both a guide and a source of inspiration for those seeking sobriety, offering practical steps, spiritual insights, and a supportive philosophy of mutual help.

Matthew Perry was a man who brought joy to millions while quietly enduring unimaginable pain. To the world, he was the quick-witted Chandler Bing, whose one-liners became iconic in television history. But behind the laughs and the charm was a man waging a relentless battle against addiction, self-doubt, and the weight of fame. Matthew Perry: The Tragic Final Act presents a deeply moving exploration of his life—a story of triumph, vulnerability, betrayal, and the legacy he left behind.

Dive into a gripping collection of true tales from the high seas of the nineteenth century, where shipwrecks, mutinies, and life-or-death decisions unfold far from home. Experience the harsh realities of the seafaring life, where adventure meets peril, and the romance of the ocean is painted in stark and brutal strokes. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

Step into the mystical world of The Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz, a captivating allegorical romance first published in 1616 in Strasbourg. This remarkable work is the third manifesto of the enigmatic Rosicrucians, a secretive fraternity steeped in symbolism and esoteric knowledge. Translated into English for the first time in 1690 by E. Foxcroft, this version has inspired numerous contemporary interpretations. The narrative unfolds over Seven Days, mirroring the creation story of Genesis, as it recounts the extraordinary journey of Christian Rosenkreuz to a wondrous castle filled ...

The Bhagavad Gita, regarded as one of the most profound spiritual texts of humanity, places us within the dialogue between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, as they reflect on morality, duty, and the nature of the universe. This ancient Hindu epic offers guidance on how to live with purpose, integrity, and balance in a world filled with conflict. It is a call to self-realization and to the understanding of the interconnection between the individual and the cosmos, revealing the path toward spiritual enlightenment and inner peace.

Communément appelé le « Douze et Douze », le livre Les Douze Étapes et les Douze Traditions comprend 24 essais écris par le confondateur des Alcooliques anonymes, Bill W, qui ont aidé des millions de membres des AA du monde entier à devenir et à rester abstinents un jour à la fois, et à s’assurer que leur « Mouvement » - les Alcooliques anonymes dans leur ensemble - seraient là pour eux demain.

Ein neues authentisches Tondokument, vermutlich aus einem behördlichen Archiv, erzählt von der Rache eines blinden Mannes an dem vermeintlichen Entführer seiner Tochter. Zwischen den beiden entwickelt sich ein dramatisches Psychospiel, die Wahrheit über die Entführung gegen die Freiheit des Entführers. Wut, Verzweifl ung und ein Anfl ug von Wahnsinn, mitgeschnitten als Beweis für die Polizei.

The sultan has been cheated by his wife and in revenge, marries a collection of women and sentences them to death after the wedding night. Scherezade postpones her fate by telling him every night a story that is interrrupted at a culminating moment.

A mom answering sex questions tween and teens are too embarrassed to ask.

Nicotine Anonymous: Fifth Edition was our first effort to describe how we recovered from this powerful addiction and how we maintained our abstinence.

Василиса прекрасная и другие русские сказки (с участием: Александра Ленькова, Михаила Ульянова, Натальи Варлей) Содержание: 1. "Василиса Прекрасная" 2. "Лиса, заяц и петух" 3. "Волк и коза" 4. "Баба-Яга" 5.

Manuel des AA sur comment rester abstinents dans toutes les situations quotidiennes, ce livret très lu montre par l’intermédiaire d’exemples simples comment les membres des AA du monde entier vivent des vies bien remplies tout en restant abstinents un jour à la fois. Extrait de la préface : «Vivre sans alcool n’est ni triste, ni ennuyeux ou désagréable comme nous l’avions d’abord craint. Au contraire, sans alcool nous commençons vraiment à apprécier la vie et à y trouver beaucoup plus de plaisir qu’à l’époque où nous buvions. »

First published in 1893 by an anonymous author (although often attributed to the nineteenth century writer Oscar Wilde), Teleny, or the Reverse of the Medal is a homoerotic novel set in fin de siècle Paris. It is one of the first pornographic works in the English language that focusses almost exclusively on a queer relationship.

In 1604, King James I of England authorized that a new translation of the Bible into English be started. It was finished in 1611, just 85 years after the first translation of the New Testament into English appeared (Tyndale, 1526). The Authorized Version, or the King James Version, quickly became the standard for English-speaking Protestants. Its flowing language and prose rhythm have had a profound influence on the literature of the past 400 years.

A current pro player takes fans on a pseudonymous trip through one of the most infamous years of football—the very long, sometimes funny, often controversial 2013-2014 season—sharing raucous, behind-the-scenes, on-the-field, and in-the-locker-room truth about life in the National Football...

Originally included in the King James Bible, **1st and 2nd Maccabees** offer a thrilling historical account of the guerrilla warfare in which, with God's help, the Maccabean brothers—Judas, Jonathan, and Simon—achieved extraordinary victories against vastly superior armies, ultimately restoring an independent Jewish kingdom and preserving their religious practices.

In 1895, Oscar Wilde faced conviction for gross indecency and was sentenced to two years of hard labor. This gripping account of his trials, meticulously compiled from the original shorthand court reports by an anonymous author, captures the sensational aspects often overlooked in later, more sanitized versions. Designed for a curious audience, this shorter narrative showcases Wildes poignant defense of the love that dare not speak its name, while a parade of handsome young men take the stand to share their compelling stories. Join us as we delve into the courtroom drama that forever changed ...

In this gripping narrative from 1917, an anonymous author recounts his harrowing escape from Germany and the horrors of military service after enduring 14 months of combat in France. Fearing for the safety of his family, he chose to remain nameless, but his powerful depiction of the life of a common German soldier during “The Great War” captivated readers when published serially in the United States. He reveals the grim reality of war—a reluctant warrior haunted by the brutality, filth, and inhuman toil of battle. This account also provides the first German perspective on the retreat of ...

Four of the great works of mythology and legend, brought together! Learn the stories of Odin, Thor, Loki, Seigfried, and Beowulf, in their earliest written forms. Encounter gods, giants, dragons, and monsters. Thrill to the tales that have captured the human imagination for over a thousand years.

The Boyhood of Jesus reimagines the early life of Jesus—from Bethlehem to Nazareth and his visit to the temple at twelve. It emphasizes moral character, innocence, wisdom, and reverence, portraying his upbringing under Mary and Joseph and formative experiences in the temple. Gentle, instructive tone suitable for children.