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The slap you in your face, stop you in your tracks, colour run from your face moment that changed everything.

In this vivifying omnibus, historian and popular voice of esoteric spirituality Mitch Horowitz abridges and introduces more than twenty world classics of inspiration, motivation, and successful living.

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by Jonathan Keeble. This definitive recording includes an introduction by Peter Wortsman. 'It was a very momentous day, the day on which I was to be slaughtered' Bringing together tales of melancholy and madness, nightmare and fantasy...

In 1776, the United States of America was born from a document that declared all men created equal and free to choose who they serve in this world. What followed was a difficult fight against a monarchy, a fight that ended with the creation of a powerful country built on the tenets of freedom and equality. These documents are some of the foundational writings from the earliest days of the country that have shaped the United States government for centuries.

Ten emblematic lectures by world-leading thinkers, specially selected by the series producer. Since 1948, the BBC's iconic annual lecture series has provided a platform for brilliant, entertaining individuals to discuss and develop their ideas on radio. The topics range from art and science to...

Based on the bestselling picture book which has sold more than 35 million copies worldwide, this award-winning series features love, family and wonderful adventures with Little Nutbrown Hare, his father Big Nutbrown Hare and their meadow friends Little Field Mouse, Little Grey Squirrel, Little Redwood Fox and Little White Owl.

In September 2013, Chief of Staff of the Army General Raymond T. Odierno tasked the Operation Iraqi Freedom Study Group with crafting a comprehensive operational history of the U.S. Armys involvement in the Iraq War from 2003 to 2011. This first volume, The United States Army in the Iraq War, 2003-2006, chronicles the U.S.-led efforts to topple Saddam Hussein and stabilize Iraq following his regimes removal. It captures the unfolding of military campaigns up to late 2006, when a pivotal shift in strategy led to the surge counteroffensive by American forces in 2007-2008, which is explored in ...

In the context of World War I, Ukrainians viewed the conflict as a pivotal opportunity for national unity and liberation from the oppressive grips of both Austria-Hungary and the Russian Empire. Galicia became a contentious point for the Russian government, as Austria-Hungary granted Ukrainians the freedom to cultivate their national identity within its borders. This environment fostered a flourishing of Ukrainian patriotic literature, inspiring those living under the Russian regime to aspire for independence. In response to the looming war between the Russian Empire and Austria-Hungary, ...

Dive into twelve captivating narratives that unfold during the American Civil War, each recounted by those who experienced the events firsthand or by contemporary observers. Join David Wales as he brings these extraordinary tales to life.

Step into the intriguing world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. In this twelfth issue, discover six compelling tales The Reapers by Ly Batterman Lindsay, where a young couples desire for a fresh start clashes with their haunting past; A Kindergarten Hold-Up by Mabell Shippie Clarke, featuring a wayward tramp who finds unexpected empathy in the innocence of children; The Guardian of Mystery Island by Dr. Edmond Nolcini, an adventurers quest to debunk superstition ...

Step into the world of The Black Cat, a captivating monthly literary magazine published from 1895 to 1922, renowned for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. This second issue of volume 2 features five intriguing tales Silas F. Quigley - To Arrive by Lewis Hopkins Rogers, where a mysterious letter leads Mr. Quigley on an unexpected job-seeking adventure; The Polar Magnet by Philip Verrill Mighels, revealing the shocking method a sculptor employs to craft lifelike casts; Fitzhugh by W. MacPherson Wiltbank, a humorous tale of an untalented mans quest for fame ...

Dive into the intriguing world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories exploring the uncanny and fantastical. This fifth issue of Volume 3 features five captivating tales > In the Power House by Clarence Maiko a cautionary tale about the perils of betraying a powerful electrical machines love > The Man Down Cellar by Sewell Ford a chilling reminder that locking someone away in a cellar might lead to unexpected consequences > The Evening Spirit by Albert Bigelow Paine a haunting encounter as two men receive messages...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories exploring the uncanny and fantastical. In this third issue of volume 2, youll discover six intriguing tales The Lost Brook Trail by Bert Leston Taylor, where a man enlists a guide for a fishing expedition that promises an unusual catch; A Modern de Pompadour by Jennie Bullard Waterbury, featuring a gifted wigmaker who finally encounters his rival; The Parchment Diary by Willis B. Lloyd, as a traveler documents a hermits poignant story of ...

Step back in time with the eleventh issue of volume 2 of The Black Cat, a captivating literary magazine that graced the world from 1895 to 1922. Known for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical, this issue features five intriguing tales from both emerging and established writers. Discover the mystery behind Her Bare Foot by William C. Hudson, where ominous warnings abound. Follow the unexpected fate-changing discovery in Miss Phoebe and Mr. Lorton by Charles Sloan Reid. Experience Americas first court-recorded ghost story in A No Quorum Night by L. A. Leonard. ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that thrived from 1895 to 1922, renowned for its original tales steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this captivating tenth issue, immerse yourself in five riveting stories On the Last Trail by H. W. Phillips and Rupert Hughes, where a marshall faces his friend in a gripping final showdown; A Message from Where? by L. Francis Bishop, which explores a boys vivid imagination sparked by a mysterious, beautiful woman in an old portrait; The Man with the Box by George W. Tripp, a cautionary tale about the ...

Dive into the pages of The Black Cat, a captivating literary magazine from 1895 to 1922, known for its original short stories that explore the uncanny and fantastical. This ninth issue of volume 2 features five intriguing tales The Man-Hunt of Mendocino by Frank Bailey Millard, where a mothers relentless quest for vengeance unfolds; Silas Bartles Snake-Bite Cure by Winthrop Packard, chronicling young Norriss harrowing fight against a venomous snake bite; Tunnel Number Six by Eugene C. Derby, revealing the chilling secrets of a haunted mine tunnel; An Old Maids Wedding Trip by Juliet Wilbor ...

The Black Cat (1895-1922) was a captivating monthly literary magazine that showcased original short stories, often delving into the uncanny and fantastical. While many contributors remained largely unknown, some renowned authors also graced its pages with their unique tales. In this intriguing third issue of Volume 3, readers will discover four compelling stories A Celestial Crime by Charles Stuart Pratt, exploring the mystery behind Professor Gordon Brownes death; The Affairs of Anne by Louise Betts Edwards, a tale of Annes three enigmatic lovers; For the Benefit of the Town by Heloise E. ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that thrived from 1895 to 1922. Known for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical, this ninth issue features five captivating tales. In The House across the Way by Leo Gale, a puzzling walled-up space reveals its dark secrets. Mabell Shippie Clarkes Mrs Sloans Curiosity invites you to uncover the mystery behind the initials G. F. S. In The Seaweed Room, Clarice Irene Clinghan presents a haunting vision of love transcending death. The Second Edition by Geik Turner tells of a desperate ...

Step back into the enchanting world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. This captivating second issue of Volume 3 features a diverse array of compelling narratives In Melted Melody by James J. McEvilly, an archaeologists peculiar experiment unfolds within the chilling confines of an ice cave. Wellington Vandivers Old Pruitt reveals the delightful secret behind why Block 2 was the most spirited area in gaol. Meanwhile, Philip Verrill Mighels’ The Coming and Going of a Washoe tells the ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. This eighth issue of volume 2 features five intriguing tales The Passing of the Polly Ann by Collins Shackelford, where a shipwreck survivor reveals a shocking truth; The Obsequies of Ole Miss Jug by Jean Ross Irvine, a heartwarming story of children honoring their beloved dog; A Modern Goliath by J. C. W. Brooks, U.S.A., which delves into a gripping court-martial trial; The Colby Girls by Charles Bryant ...