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Since its publication in 1952, Charlotte's Web has become one of America's best-loved children's books. For fifty years, this timeless tale of how a little girl named Fern, with the help of a friendly spider, saved her pig Wilbur from the usual fate of nice fat little pigs has continued to warm the hearts of readers everywhere. Now this classic, a 1953 Newbery Honor book, comes to life in a delightful unabridged recording, read lovingly by the author himself.

Brought to life by Meryl Streep and a full cast, this beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect."* Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's...

This Newbery Honor Book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect." Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of her...

This three-part book breaks gold down into must know sections: I. Why Gold?: History reveals an ugly pattern of governments spending tomorrow’s hard-earned savings today leaving unknowing savers holding the bag. 2. Why Now?: Recent events foretell a dangerous future for money today. III. A Gold Market “How To” Manual: From bars to coins and everything in between Tucker walks listeners through the gold market in simple terms. From a financial novice to an investment professional looking to get up to speed on the gold market, Why Gold? Why Now? is the essential guide.

Stuart Little is a shy, philosophical mouse witha big heart and a taste for adventure. He also happens to be the second son born to the Littles, a human family living in New York City. In spite of his dimunuitive statue-barely two inches tall--Stuart enjoys life in the big city. He rides a Fifth...

In this thought-provoking exploration, the authors delve into the overemphasis on two aspects of modern civilization aviation and sex. While aviation has been simplified and made to seem safer, the narrative around sex has become increasingly complex and fraught with tension. Sociologists, psychologists, and various experts have contributed to this convoluted portrayal, transforming what was once a natural physical expression into a complicated mental phenomenon. The timeless desire for connection between men and women echoes through history, from unicellular beginnings to contemporary ...

While politicians, entrepreneurs, and even school children could tell you that sustainability is an important and nearly universal value, many of them, and many of us, may struggle to define the term, let alone trace its history. What is sustainability? Is it always about the environment? What science do we need to fully grasp what it requires? What does sustainability mean for business? How can governments plan for a sustainable future?

In E. B. White on Dogs, his granddaughter and manager of his literary estate, Martha White, has compiled the best and funniest of her grandfather's essays, poems, and letters depicting over a dozen of his various canine companions. Included here are favorite essays such as "Two Letters, Both Open", "Bedfellows", and many others, as well as some of White's little-known notes and comment pieces covering dog shows, sled dog races, and the trials and tribulations of city canines.

Legendary author and essayist E. B. White writes, "The essayist is a self-liberated man, sustained by the childish belief that everything he thinks about, everything that happens to him, is of general interest." Covering a large number of subjects, this classic collection features 31 of White's most memorable essays.

Annabelle hasn't had the best of lives. She lives with her abusive adoptive family who treat her more like a slave than someone to care for. One day, she finally builds up the courage to escape and runs for her life, but when she crosses into Crescent Moon territory and meets Alpha Jax her life is going to completely turn upside down. Secrets will be revealed, not only about herself but also about what happened to her parents who disappeared all those years ago.

A collection of sweet, tender, poetic, beautiful, heart-wrenching, sensual love stories.

Is Sex Necessary? was originally published in 1929 as a satirical and comedic exploration of romantic and sexual relationships, co-authored by iconic comedic writers E.B. White and James Thurber. Written in the aftermath of the Jazz Age and amidst changing societal norms regarding gender and relationships, Is Sex Necessary? parodies the burgeoning field of psychological and sexual analysis, poking fun at the over-seriousness with which such topics were increasingly dissected in the early 20th century.

Als Isabelle d'Hiver aus Paris flieht, lässt sie alles zurück; die Erinnerungen an den Mann, der ihr Herz gebrochen hat, ebenso wie die Verpflichtungen als Erbin ihres Hauses. Doch nur drei Jahre später zwingt eine bedrohliche Dunkelheit sie zurück in das Haus ihrer Ahnen: die uralte Magie, die auch in ihren Adern fließt, scheint zu erlöschen. Um das zu verhindern, muss Isabelle sich lange gehüteten Familiengeheimnissen stellen. Dabei erhält sie ausgerechnet von dem dunkelsten aller Magiebegabten Hilfe – Balthasar d'Ivoire.

The Crisis, the official publication of the NAACP, first emerged in 1910 under the editorial guidance of W. E. B. Du Bois, a co-founder of the organization. Du Bois wielded significant influence over the publications content and ideology until his resignation in 1934. A passionate advocate for the civil rights of all racial minorities, Du Bois was a prolific writer dedicated to the cause. In his inaugural editorial, he articulates the mission of The Crisis to highlight the peril of racial prejudice, particularly against people of color. The title reflects the belief that this is a pivotal ...

When Elena disappears, months pass without explanation. Then her sister calls: Elena was in Bogotá. She left again. No one knows why. Thomas travels to the city on his last night there, chasing an address he doesn’t fully understand. As the streets narrow and detour without warning, memory intrudes—particularly one phone call he let ring a little too long. A private investigator by trade, Thomas has spent his life arriving after the fact, close to the truth but never inside it. In Bogotá, he is forced to confront the pattern that cost him more than he admitted.

Horae Apocalypticae is a commentary on the apocalypse, critical and historical; including also an examination of the chief prophecies of Daniel. It is doubtless the most elaborate work ever produced on the Apocalypse. Editors Note, 2018 Quin. Ed. E. B Elliot finished his great work about the year 1860. The nature of the Historicist method of interpretation is such that the line of fulfilled prophecy is continually moving with the passage of time.

New York City is not only The New Yorker magazine's place of origin and its sensibility's lifeblood, it is the heart of American literary culture. Wonderful Town, an anthology of superb short fiction by many of the magazine's most accomplished contributors, celebrates the 75-year marriage between a preeminent publication and its preeminent context with this collection of 44 of its best stories from (so to speak) home.

Der Schlafenszeit Borger von Amazon Bestsellerautor B. E. Bacon ist eine wunderbar unterhaltende Gute-Nacht-Geschichte eines neugierigen Eisbär namens Bristle. Bristle lebt in der Wildnis von Alaska, in einem Vorort der Stadt Eisberg. Bristle bekommt zu ihrem achten Geburtstag einen magischen Schlafstein, welcher guten Schlaf liefert.

Nach ihrer Trennung sucht Ophelia in Prag Ablenkung. Was sie findet, ist ein jahrhundertealtes Geheimnis – ein mächtiger Golem, den sie versehentlich erweckt. Als wäre das noch nicht schlimm genug, wird sie von einer geheimen Organisation gefangen genommen, da nur Ophelia dieses Wesen wieder unschädlich machen kann. Einar, ein isländischer Formwandler mit eisigen Augen und noch kälterem Herzen, soll sie beschützen. Er verachtet Menschen – bis Ophelia an der Eisschicht seines Herzens kratzt. In den mystischen Gassen Prags müssen die beiden zusammenarbeiten, um die Welt zu retten.

Als alles verloren scheint, fasst Alyss einen folgenschweren Entschluss: Sie will ihre Kräfte entfesseln und sich der Herzkönigin stellen, um alle Wunderbiester zu befreien. Denn ihre Magie ist unter einem Fluch versiegelt, den sie nur durch ein großes Opfer brechen kann. Außerdem verhält sich Drystan noch seltsamer als üblich und Alyss erkennt, dass ihr eigentlicher Feind viel gefährlicher ist, als die Herzkönigin es je sein könnte.