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The Fearless Benjamin Lay chronicles the transatlantic life and times of a singular and astonishing man - a Quaker dwarf who became one of the first ever to demand the total, unconditional emancipation of all enslaved Africans around the world. He performed public guerrilla theater to shame slave masters, insisting that human bondage violated the fundamental principles of Christianity.

Can jokes win a hostile room, a hopeless argument, or even an election? You bet they can, according to Cicero, and he knew what he was talking about. One of Rome's greatest politicians, speakers, and lawyers, Cicero was also reputedly one of antiquity's funniest people. After he was elected commander-in-chief and head of state, his enemies even started calling him "the stand-up Consul". How to Tell a Joke provides a lively new translation of Cicero's essential writing on humor alongside that of the later Roman orator and educator Quintilian.

Discover timeless wisdom and profound reflections in Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, the Roman emperor and stoic philosopher. Written as a personal journal, this masterpiece offers an intimate glimpse into the mind of a leader striving to live virtuously amidst life's challenges.

Our culture ignores it. Many within the church seem to be almost embarrassed by it. Many others understand that the cross of Christ is at the very heart of Christian faith and life. This short, listenable book explains clearly and simply what the Bible and Jesus himself say about the cross and how Christians should understand it today.

Join the wonderfully weird Otherhand family and their faithful guardian, Edgar the raven, and discover the dark secrets of Castle Otherhand. The rumblings and wailings from the Lost South Wing can no longer be ignored, as one by one, members of the castle are being found frozen, 'scared to...

From periwigs and knee breeches to the 24-hour news cycle and presidential tweets, the fascinating and colorful stories of the 45 incumbents are a powerful lens through which to view US history and get insight into the present. Taking listeners on a fact-filled journey through two centuries, this book examines how each individual obtained their dream (or nightmare) position, what they stood for (or against), achieved (or didn't), and how their actions affected the country - for better or worse.

How do you love a God you cannot see? In a world filled with distractions, noise, and religion-as-routine, How To Love God: Living Out The Greatest Commandment offers a radical return to the essence of faith: knowing God intimately. More than just a book of theology, this is a roadmap to loving God the way He wants to be loved. Discover why Jesus referred to loving God as the greatest commandment. Learn how uninterrupted, intentional, and intimate quality time is the foundation of spiritual growth, emotional healing, and eternal purpose.

Die Studentin Antonia bittet Till Buchinger, nach ihrem verschwundenen Freund Finn zu suchen. Till ist wegen dieser Umstände unsicher, ob er den Auftrag übernehmen soll, außerdem steht seine Hochzeit mit Miriam kurz bevor. Je tiefer er bohrt, desto mehr kristallisiert sich heraus, was die Gruppe plant. Auf einen Schlag geraten Miriam, Till und alle anderen Gäste ins Visier der unberechenbaren Männer. Wird aus dem schönsten Tag im gemeinsamen Leben des Brautpaars ein Tag des Schmerzes und Verlusts?

In re:sonanz macht schule sprechen Tobias Schellenberger und Prof. Dr. Marcus Eckert über das, was Schule im Kern ausmacht: Beziehung, Haltung und wirksames pädagogisches Handeln. Im Dialog verbinden wir aktuelle Forschungsergebnisse mit konkreter Schulpraxis. Wir diskutieren unbequeme Fragen, hinterfragen Routinen und suchen nach Wegen, wie Lernen wieder bedeutsam werden kann – für Lernende, Lehrende und alle Menschen, die sich mit Schule beschäftigen. Jede Folge verbindet: – ein zentrales Thema – wissenschaftliche Perspektiven – Impulse für den Schulalltag Dieser Podcast richtet...

Noise‑Free is a clarity podcast for people who want clean thinking in a world full of illusions and distractions. Each episode takes one everyday topic — money, health, society, discipline, royalty, fitness, prison, teenagers, marriage, food, work, meditation — and exposes the simple truth beneath society’s most persistent illusions. No drivel. No illusions. No societal correctness. No motivational fluff. Just structured thought. If you want a quieter mind, sharper decisions, and a more disciplined way of moving through the world, this is your space. Truth and clarity in a noisy world.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A powerful and accessible translation of Marcus Aurelius’s timeless book on character, what it takes to be a good leader, and how to live a fulfilling life. Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire at its height, yet he remained untainted by the immense wealth and absolute...

In this second book in the semi-autobiographical middle grade series from MLB pitcher Marcus Stroman, young Marcus continues to learn hard lessons on and off the baseball field. Everyone knows Marcus Stroman as a baseball player. He loves the sport, and yes, he probably has a shot at the pros...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER A powerful and accessible translation of Marcus Aurelius’s timeless book on character, what it takes to be a good leader, and how to live a fulfilling life. Marcus Aurelius ruled the Roman Empire at its height, yet he remained untainted by the immense wealth and absolute...

This “smart, confident, and necessary” (Shea Serrano, New York Times bestselling author) first cultural biography of rap superstar and “master of storytelling” (The New Yorker) Kendrick Lamar explores his meteoric rise to fame and his profound impact on a racially fraught...

Golden State Warriors insider and bestselling author Marcus Thompson “paints a complex portrait and captures all the multitudes of a dynamic athlete trying to carve his legacy” (Jonathan Abrams, New York Times bestselling author) with this definitive biography of one of the most...

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.

A new commission becomes an unexpected and dangerous challenge. This time I’m dealing with the denizens of the Shadow World—thieves of human souls. My search for answers takes me to a small northern village whose secrets are guarded not only by people, but also by monsters. To prevail, I must master the powers of both Light and Shadow.

Kellercamping – der Podcast, ist der entspannte Talk von Christoph und Marcus über Gott und die Welt. Statt Studio-Hightech gibt’s Campingstühle, Campingtisch und Kelleratmosphäre und genau dort entstehen ehrliche Gespräche, spontane Gedanken und jede Menge Abschweifungen. Mal tiefgründig, mal albern, aber immer authentisch. Einschalten, zurücklehnen und mit uns eine Runde Kellercamping machen.

The Climb is a podcast about the part of growth people don’t really talk about. The pressure, the doubt, and the work it takes to keep going when motivation isn’t there.This isn’t about quick wins or fake inspiration. It’s about showing up when no one’s watching, learning through discomfort, and slowly becoming someone you’re proud of.Each episode is an honest conversation about mindset, discipline, identity, and what it actually looks like to build yourself while life keeps moving around you.If you feel behind, stuck, or unsure of yourself, you’re not alone. You’re not failing...