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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 5
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The classic tale of romance and betrayal from a distinguished master of English satire. The fifth novel in the Chronicles of Barsetshire epitomizes the wit, attention to detail, and thoughtful analysis of class and gender issues that made Anthony Trollope one of Victorian England's most beloved novelists. The Small House at Allington moves away from the earlier books' overt ecclesiastical concerns to focus on a small dower house on the edge of Christopher...
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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 3
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English
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The breathtaking love story of an illegitimate girl and the young noble who would choose her above all. Gender issues and economic hardships are dealt with deftly in Doctor Thorne, the third novel in the Chronicles of Barsetshire, and arguably the saga's finest love story. Set in rural England in the fictitious county of Barsetshire, this Victorian novel is one of Anthony Trollope's most optimistic and engaging works. When Henry Thorne seduces local...
3) Phineas Finn
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The Palliser novels volume 2
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English
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An adventurous Irishman sets out to find his fortune among proper English society in this classic novel from Anthony Trollope. Sent to London to become a lawyer, young Phineas Finn proves himself to be a disappointing student but truly gifted in the ways of charm, culture, and fine appearance. It is the discovery of these talents that ultimately leads him to what he believes is his true calling: English Parliament. Through sheer luck and pluck, dashing,...
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Where Angels Fear to Tread (1905) is a novel by English author E.M. Forster. The work was Forster's first novel, and its success helped launch his lengthy and critically acclaimed career as a writer of literary fiction. Where Angels Fear to Tread, the title is drawn from Alexander Pope's An Essay on Criticism (1711), is a moving meditation on class, gender, social convention, and the grieving process.
Following the death of her husband, a widow named...
5) The Warden
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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 1
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English
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The first novel of Trollope's Chronicles of Barsetshire series, this work introduces the fictional cathedral town of Barchester and many of its clerical inhabitants. Originally published in 1855, the story centers on Mr. Septimus Harding who has been granted the comfortable wardenship of Hiram's Hospital, an almshouse from a medieval charity of the diocese. Mr. Harding, a fundamentally good man and an excellent musician, conscientiously fulfills his...
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The Golden Bowl comes in the first years of the 20th-century: the publisher, Charles Scribner's Sons, decided never to serialise it and published it in New York in December 1904 in two volumes. After just a few months, in February 1905, also Methuen published the novel in London in a one-volume edition.
In 1909, a revised edition appeared as volumes 23 and 24 of the New York edition, and James this time also prepared the preface, in which he reflected...
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The Palliser novels volume 1
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English
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This revealing romp through proper society follows three different women who dare to defy Victorian standards. Can You Forgive Her? comically intertwines the stories of three very independent-minded women who each desires to decide her own fate in a world where love comes second to obedience and familial expectations set them apart from their peers. First and foremost is the spirited Alice Vavasor, whose indecision and repeated rejections of two...
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Written in 1869 with a clear awareness of the time's tension over women's rights, "He Knew He Was Right" is primarily a story about Louis Trevelyan, a young, wealthy, educated Victorian man and his marriage to the beautiful Emily Rowley. They meet in the Mandarin Islands, where Emily's father is governor, but their happiness in wedlock is short-lived. They soon have a son and Louis begins to have strong feelings of jealousy towards Emily. Emily accepts...
10) Two on a Tower
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In "Two on a Tower," a love story set against the background of the stellar universe, Hardy defied social norms of the day and shocked his readers. In what is today seen as the author's most important portrayal of love across physical and societal divides, the novel tells the story of Lady Constantine, a married, older, aristocratic, religious woman who falls in love with Swithin St. Cleeve, a young astronomer, single, lower class, and agnostic. Hardy's...
11) Boyhood
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Boyhood (1854) is a novel by Leo Tolstoy. Published at the beginning of his career as a leading Russian author of his generation, Boyhood is the second in a trilogy of semi-autobiographical novels tracing Nikolenka's journey from innocence to experience. As a record of the past, a nostalgic reminder of a lost world, Boyhood is one of Tolstoy's most personal works, and yet his prose shows signs of the universal religious and philosophical themes that...
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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 6
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The Last Chronicle of Barset is a novel by Anthony Trollope, published in 1867. It is the final book of a series of six, often referred to collectively as the Chronicles of Barsetshire. The Last Chronicle of Barset concerns an indigent but learned clergyman, the Reverend Josiah Crawley, the perpetual curate of Hogglestock, who stands accused of stealing a cheque. The novel is notable for the non-resolution of a plot continued from the previous novel...
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From the hosts of a nationally syndicated radio comedy show, a humorous endorsement of American lifestyle and cuisine, with recipes and dining tips.
"ALL THE FAT IS THE LORD'S... "-Leviticus 3:16
Radio personalities Rick Burgess and Bill "Bubba" Bussey love their grub, and they love it well-and now they want to tell you everything they know about it!
In this bountiful buffet of all-things-vittles, Rick and Bubba of the syndicated Rick & Bubba Show-heard...
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Gracefully Design is a book of hope. It outlines the lifes journey of a very shy, quiet girl who shows that God is always with her through good times and bad. The author shows that her main source of inspiration in life comes directly only from the Lord; this book would not be possible without the Lords divine grace, mercy, and favor which she is grateful and humbled to be gracefully designed.
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Un análisis objetivo del núcleo de la sociedad, la familia, basado en un serio fundamento bíblico. Hogares disfuncionales, violencia doméstica, divorcio, padres de un mismo sexo -entre otras aberraciones- invaden nuestro mundo. Los conocimientos presentados en esta obra lo capacitarán para aplicar principios cristianos a su propia familia y a otros en su contorno.
16) Breaking Free: Divorcing a Narcissist: Outsmart Gaslighting Techniques, Secure Your Future, and Heal
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If you've always wanted a peaceful, dignified divorce but find yourself trapped in a narcissist's web of manipulation, then keep reading…Are you sick and tired of being gaslit, belittled, and emotionally drained during your divorce proceedings?Have you tried to negotiate fairly, only to face deceit, false accusations, and financial threats?Do you finally want to say goodbye to the nightmare of divorcing a narcissist and reclaim your freedom?If so,...
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With an intelligent, unpretentious, future-focused, and passionate style, Parenting Trailblazers offers an insightful and practical guide for parents aiming to raise responsible, resilient, innovative, and purpose-driven children equipped for the future.Rooted in universal principles and inspired by Africa's need for progress, this book emphasizes the vital role of intentional parenting in nurturing a child's character and heart. Drawing from personal...
18) The Language of Peace: Nonviolent Communication: Master Empathetic Listening, Express Yourself AU
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If you've always wanted harmonious relationships and peaceful conflict resolution but find yourself trapped in cycles of misunderstanding and tension, then keep reading…Are you tired of conversations turning into arguments, leaving you feeling frustrated and unheard?Have you tried to express your needs and feelings, only to be met with defensiveness or indifference?Do you finally want to break free from communication breakdowns and create genuine...
19) Reclaiming Reality: Gaslighting & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: Transform Self-Doubt into Confidence
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If you've always wanted to trust your own perceptions and build healthy relationships but find yourself constantly questioning your reality, then keep reading…Are you sick and tired of feeling manipulated, confused, and emotionally drained by narcissistic individuals in your life?Have you tried to break free from gaslighting, only to find yourself pulled back into a whirlwind of self-doubt and manipulation?Do you finally want to say goodbye to toxic...
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James is an intriguing story about a young man living in the South in the 1950s. He is loved by his mother, hated by his father, and despised by his sister. He ignored the relationship of his family and retreated into his own, existing without a care in the world. One day in high school, he meets a beautiful young girl who captures his eye and challenges his character, integrity, and individuality. Upon meeting her, his life spirals into conflict...
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