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Hávamál is presented as a single poem in the Icelandic Codex Regius, a collection of Old Norse poems from the Viking age. The poem, itself a combination of numerous shorter poems, is largely gnomic, presenting advice for living, proper conduct, and wisdom. It is considered an important source of Old Norse philosophy.

A national best seller in both hardcover and paperback, the first book of the masterful Cairo Trilogy introduces the engrossing saga of a Muslim family in Cairo during Egypt's occupation by British forces in the early 1900s.

🎙️ Ma Plume A Une Voix est un espace où les mots guérissent, éclairent et réveillent. Chaque épisode est une capsule de vérité, de douceur et de lucidité : relations, foi, émotions, résilience, introspection… Ici, on parle bien & vrai. On comprend. On se relève. Un podcast pour celles et ceux qui veulent avancer, briller, se reconstruire et devenir la meilleure version d’eux-mêmes sans perdre leur cœur.

The Story of an African Farm is a groundbreaking novel exploring themes of free thought, feminism, and personal independence in 19th-century South Africa. Following the lives of three children into adulthood, the novel delves into issues of love, loss, and self-discovery against the backdrop of the Karoo wilderness. Controversial for its time, this powerful story continues to captivate with its thought-provoking themes.

Paradise Once is a sweeping historical novel that brings to life the resiliency of the indigenous Taíno people of the Caribbean, whose culture was virtually destroyed within two generations of their “discovery” by Christopher Columbus in 1492. In 1513 in Cuba, an entire village is wiped out by Spanish forces for no discernible reason. Had the villagers offended their spiritual guides—the cemíes—as one faction claimed, by incorporating foreign practices?

1821: Among the thousands of Irish deportees to the Caribbean British Colonies is a 10-year-old Irish boy, Art O’Neill. As an indentured servant on a sugar plantation in Jamaica, Art gradually acclimatizes to the exotic country and the unfamiliar customs of the African slaves.

A fascinating collection of short stories by some of the greatest Victorian female writers. This anthology covers every theme from spirits and the occult to love and sexuality to sentimentality and romance to social observation and critique. 'The Operation' by Violet Hunt, 'Satan's Circus' by Eleanor Smith, 'A Dream of Wild Bees' by Olive Schreiner, 'A Dill Pickle' by Katherine Mansfield, 'Squirrel in a Cage' by E. M. Delafield, 'Afterward' by Edith Wharton, 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman....

Step into a world of wonder with Up One Pair of Stairs of My Bookhouse, the enchanting second volume of the beloved My Bookhouse series. This delightful collection is brimming with captivating fairy tales, charming poems, and engaging stories perfect for little imaginations. Originally published in the 1920s as part of a six-volume set, these timeless works, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, showcase the finest in childrens literature, with tales and rhymes that progress in complexity to inspire young readers. Join us on this magical journey through words! (Summary by Maria Therese)

Dive into a world of imagination with Treasure Chest of My Bookhouse, the enchanting fourth volume of the beloved My Bookhouse series for young readers. This collection is brimming with delightful fairy tales, charming poems, and engaging stories that have stood the test of time. Originally published in the 1920s as part of a six-volume set, these carefully curated tales, edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, showcase the finest in childrens literature, guiding little ones through a delightful journey that increases in complexity with each volume. (Summary by Maria Therese)

Dive into a world of enchanting fairy tales, delightful poems, and captivating stories with From the Tower Window of My Bookhouse, the fifth installment in the beloved My Bookhouse series for young listeners. Originally released in the 1920s as part of a six-volume collection edited by Olive Beaupre Miller, this series showcases the finest in childrens literature, carefully curated to progress in complexity with each volume. Join narrator Maria Therese as she brings these timeless tales to life. Please note due to a numbering error, the audio introductions skip from Section 5 to Section 7, but...

The one thing you can depend on in Cold Sassy, Georgia, is that word gets around fast. If the preacher's wife's petticoat shows, the ladies will make the talk last a week. But on July 5, 1906, things take a scandalous turn. That is the day E. Rucker Blakeslee, proprietor of the general store and barely three weeks a widower, elopes with Miss Love Simpson, a woman half his age and, worse yet, a Yankee!

Boston blueblood Charlotte Vale has led an unhappy, sheltered life. Lonely, dowdy, repressed, and pushing 40, Charlotte finds salvation at a sanitarium, where she undergoes an emotional and physical transformation. After her extreme makeover, the new Charlotte tests her mettle by embarking on a cruise and finds herself in a torrid love affair with a married man which ends at the conclusion of the voyage. But only then can the real journey begin, as Charlotte is forced to navigate a new life for herself.

A poignant biography as told to Olive Gilbert by Isabella Bomefree - a slave who later took the name of Sojourner Truth. She recounts the harshness of life under slavery, and after winner her freedom, became a vociferous abolitionist for which she has been long remembered and revered.

When Comet Press put out the call for submissions for Stiff Things, we said we were ready to ratchet up the eroticism and visceral intensity with hardcore stories that penetrate new depths of psychosexual horror. But we weren't as ready as we thought we were for the extreme stuff that came flooding in on waves of blood and other bodily fluids we won't mention here. Not that we're complaining. In other words, we got what we wished for...and more.

A delightful collection of lesser known traditional and modern fairy stories: 1. "The King of the Golden River"; 2. "The Empty Drum"; 3. "The Fire Spirit"; 4. "The Tree of Death"; 5. "The Smuggler’s Daughter"; 6. "A Dream of Wild Bees"; 7. "The Fisherman"; 8. "The Masked Ball"; 9. "The Petrified Man"; 10. "The Were-Wolf"...and many more.

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Step into a world of wonder with Through Fairy Halls of My Bookhouse, the enchanting third volume of the beloved My Bookhouse series for young readers. Originally published in the 1920s as part of a six-volume collection, this book, expertly curated by Olive Beaupre Miller, features a delightful selection of fairy tales, charming poems, and captivating stories. Each piece is thoughtfully arranged to progress in difficulty, making it the perfect companion for little ones as they embark on their literary journey. (Summary by Maria Therese)

Dive into a world of enchanting nursery rhymes, delightful poems, and captivating stories with the first volume of the beloved My Bookhouse series. Originally released in the 1920s as a six-volume collection, these treasures, curated by Olive Beaupre Miller, showcase the finest in childrens literature, including folk tales and fairy tales. This inaugural volume is specifically crafted for the youngest readers, progressing in complexity as the series unfolds. (Summary by Maria Therese)

Hi! I’m Olive — a young girl with a big heart to share God’s love and truth through a family-friendly podcast for listeners of all ages. My hope is that as I grow in loving God and my neighbors, you’ll be inspired to do the same!Each episode features real stories of faith, hope, and God’s incredible provision—told by people from all walks of life. You’ll hear about the power of trusting God in hard times, what love looks like in everyday life, and how Jesus still moves mountains in ordinary people’s lives today.Together, we’ll celebrate the miracles, lessons, and testimonies ...

Stories from the Wilderness is a podcast where Scripture, poetry, and story meet the quiet work of Christ. Hosted by Christian author Patrick Oliver Griswold, each episode offers something reflective—sometimes a poem, sometimes a short story, sometimes a conversation—but always rooted in the hope of the gospel. These aren’t polished performances. They are words shaped by loss and renewal, by questions and mercy, by the grace that still calls us by name. Soon, you’ll also find audiobook editions of Patrick’s work here—narratives and collections that carry the same voice of honesty, ...