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Step into the private thoughts of one of history’s greatest leaders. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius offers timeless guidance on self-discipline, purpose, and inner peace—the quiet strength of a philosopher who ruled an empire. Written not for an audience, but for himself, these reflections reveal the Stoic path to clarity amidst chaos, reminding us that the truest victory lies in mastering one’s own mind.

Jay is without a car and hiking through winter in Indiana to reach his daughter. Jay must find the will to push through and rescue his child. Kate faces a taste of the reality FEMA has delivered in the aftermath of the coronal mass ejection. She must pass through the fire to return home, but only if she's ready to sacrifice everything. Leah and the other students left behind become firsthand witnesses to the desperation of man and what violence that can bring. They are forced to dig deep and defend themselves or risk becoming a footnote in a new, darker history of mankind.

Ten years after the deadliest pandemic in human history, the same devastating strain of influenza strikes America without warning. One man holds the key to stopping the deadly outbreak in its tracks and the governments of the world - including his own - will stop at nothing to find him.

Kelvin will undergo a series of epic trials in an effort to garner hope for the future and joy for his family. Flanked by his entourage of skilled beauties, he'll face the rising threat of the naga who seek to overrun Picu from all angles. But that’s not all Kel has to contend with! A dangerous group of Daru disciples rise from the ashes. A powerful new god emerges from the shadows as the plot behind Kelvin’s mother’s disappearance unfurls. But will Kel be able to shed light on his dark designs before it’s too late?

A wealthy man attempts to escape a global plague by hiding in an underground city. Jolly old Saint Nick delivers an unexpected and terrifying present. A loner endures a curse that causes his eyes to bleed. A jealous actor plans for fiery revenge on stage. A woman investigates the urban legend of the murderous “Johnny Blackjack.”

Young captain-for-hire Kitra Yilmaz has gotten her first contract: escort the mysterious Princess of Atlántida beyond the Frontier and find her a new world. It's a risky job, fraught with the threat of pirates, dangerous squatters, and rising romantic tensions. Still, Kitra and her crew are up for anything — until they find a lush world, perfect for settlement...with an enormous ghost ship already in orbit. What secret does the crippled vessel hide? And is Kitra ready to take responsibility for its precious cargo?

Viele sagen, Unsinn ist Quatsch, das führt zu nichts Gutem. Ich sage: Unsinn ist genau die Zutat, die das Leben manchmal auf den Kopf stellt und in eine neue, interessante Richtung lenkt. Herzlich Willkommen bei „Begehe genug Unsinn - Hüni’s Begegnungen“, dem Podcast über mutige Gedanken, verrückte Ideen und inspirierende Menschen. Ich bin Hüni. Und ich glaube: Wer genug Unsinn begeht, begegnet irgendwann sich selbst - oder jemandem, der das Leben ein bisschen anders sieht. In jeder Folge treffe ich Menschen, die etwas wagen, die das Leben bunt machen und die zeigen: Unsinn ist oft ...

With possible wars on the horizon, I've got to find a spot for my family, secure my borders, and prepare to keep them safe. Oh, and I need to free a goddess, because I said I would. Maybe, just maybe, if everything goes right, I'll be able to kick back and enjoy the rewards of keeping my word.

This audiobook offers you an opportunity to explore the full breadth of Stoic philosophy, from practical advice to deeper contemplations on the nature of existence. Perfect for commutes, meditation sessions, or quiet moments of reflection, this collection will guide you on a journey towards inner strength, emotional resilience and a more purposeful life.

Julian returns home as a Baron, basking in glory, riches, and the company of the women he's always dreamed of. Just as news of his long-lost father reaches him, Julian's strongest ally falls gravely ill, and only he can save her. To complicate matters further, an impending war threatens to tear apart everything he holds dear.

When my college roommate tries to fix me up with her creepy cousin, I do the only thing I can think of to waylay her unwanted matchmaking—I invent a boyfriend in the Navy. Every week for four years, I send a letter to my fictitious soulmate, Officer Elijah O'Donnell, sharing my innermost thoughts and dreams for the future. Which is why no one is more surprised than me when my military hero appears at my place of work and asks me for a date. At six feet four and bristling with blue-eyed masculinity, Elijah O'Donnell is very real—and he's read every one of my letters.

Exiled to another world, Marvin has carved out a place on it for himself and his mates. A visit from an otherworldly being puts his new and old planet in jeopardy. Marvin must use his connections and abilities to prevent his world from being consumed.

The boy does not speak. The boy has no name. The boy, raised half-wild in the forests of southern France, sets out alone into the wilderness and the greater world beyond. Having never encountered another person aside from his mother, the boy must learn what it is to be human, to exist among people, and to live beyond simple survival.

In less than 24 hours, mass looting will begin. Panic will quickly follow. Then violence. Technology has failed across the globe, and a disastrous chain reaction has begun. But as the people of San Francisco sleep, they have no idea what's about to happen. Lucy must seize her chance to get ahead.

Como podem os Estados Unidos provocar tanto ódio, a ponto de muita gente no mundo ficar feliz com ataques suicidas de fanáticos contra eles? Como pode uma cultura influenciar tantas outras e ostentar, muitas vezes, um provincianismo digno de rincões escondidos no espaço e no tempo? Nação que absorveu mais imigrantes que nenhuma outra na história, que respeita as diferenças criando etiquetas para as minorias, que incorpora cientistas do mundo todo em suas melhores universidades, que espalhou para o mundo o cinema e o jazz, séries de tv e calças jeans....

We are supposed to have more information at our disposal now than at any time in history. So why, in a world of rising sea levels, populist leaders, resurgent fascism, and a global pandemic, do so many people believe bizarre and untrue things about the world we live in? In After the Fact?, Marcus Gilroy-Ware shows us what really created the conditions for mis- and disinformation, from fake news and conspiracy theories, to bullshit journalism and the resurgence of the far-right, and why liberal newspaper columnists and centrist politicians are unable to turn back this tide.

Art is a distinct entity. It has its own characteristic, its own function, its own role to play in society. It must be afforded the status and identity it rightly deserves in a world that is becoming ever more needful of its existence. “Art”, however, has increasingly become a catch-all term. Intended primarily for artists of all colours and flavours, as well as art appreciators, this audiobook aims to free up the thinking of the artist – or indeed anyone – by opening their eyes to many unexamined assumptions, and thereby questioning the validity of strongly-held views.

A daring koala named Ranger experiences an exciting life in his youth. His adventures return him to his beloved Dallas Zoo. His fame makes him the star attraction until his prowess fades. Time flies in his enclosure as he ages. No longer a bold spry hero, the bitter old koala becomes tired and bored. His handler, Barbra, takes him out of the zoo to help her daughter, Tiffany, connect with reality. Tiffany is addicted to a virtual life, preferring to live her life inside her gaming pod.

Kyroo is a vast world to which many species call home. A mysterious curse rapidly sprawls forth every night as the twin moons vanish behind a curtain of eternal darkness. The unknown magic is rising demons from the depths of the planet that are preying on the unsuspecting. The Kyroo Kingdom is struggling to understand what has transpired as maps, texts, and many memories are now blank.

Marcus Mosiah Garvey Jr. (1887-1940) was a Jamaican political activist, publisher, journalist, entrepreneur, and orator. The Philosophy and Opinions of Marcus Garvey (1923) is a collection of his speeches, setting out his vision of a united Africa. As an early proponent of the Back-to-Africa movement, he encouraged a sense of pride and self-worth among Africans and the African diaspora. Garvey deplored the view of poverty as a virtue and encourages Blacks to be empowered in every sphere of their lives.