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Eine Sagenreise durch Bremen und Niedersachsen, von der Nordseeküste über die Lüneburger Heide bis zum Harz. Jede Region in Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz hütet ihren eigenen Märchen- und Sagenschatz, so auch Niedersachsen und Bremen: Die Bremer Stadtmusikanten sind Groß und Klein durch das Märchen ein Name. Doch auch Heinrich der Löwe, Baron Münchhausen oder der Rattenfänger von Hameln war hier zuhause. Es gibt viele Rätsel und Geheimnisse zu entdecken auf dieser akustischen Reise von der Nordseeküste über die Lüneburger Heide bis zum Harz!

Heinrich August Winkler ist als Autor der Meisterwerke "Der lange Weg nach Westen" und "Geschichte des Westens" berühmt geworden. Seine Bücher gelten als Inbegriff von historischer Sachkenntnis, klarem politischen Urteil und einer hervorragend lesbaren Sprache. Nach den großen Standardwerken, die mit einer Gesamtauflage von über 250 000 Exemplaren Bestsellerdimensionen erreicht haben, legt einer der prominentesten Historiker Deutschlands nun ein Hörbuch von radikaler Kürze vor.

The fusion of distributed artificial intelligence with highly autonomous military systems ushers in a type of lightning-quick conflict that has never been seen before. Yet this is more than a revolution in military affairs; it is a revolution in human affairs that will transform the 21st century defense and security environment. Advances in AI will fundamentally change the human condition, and with it, a profoundly human undertaking war.

Dive into the intricate web of emotions in Creditors, a tragicomedy by August Strindberg that explores the complex and often tumultuous relationship between Tekla, her husband Adolph, and her ex-husband Gustav. Join us as we unravel the layers of love, betrayal, and the human condition in this captivating tale. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett) Cast Tekla Elizabeth Klett, Adolph mb, Gustav Bruce Pirie, Narrator Diana Majlinger, Audio edited by Elizabeth Klett

In a culture where female empowerment is used to sell everything from sex toys to soap, most sex education continues to bypass pleasure. The results are stark - we’ve grown accustomed to slut- and prude-shaming and allowed others to dictate how a “good girl” is meant to feel, act, and look. In Girl Boner: The Good Girl’s Guide to Sexual Empowerment, August McLaughlin offers an unfiltered blend of personal narrative and practical tips on relationships, solo play, journaling, gender issues, and more.

The steadily expanding devotees of the Sherlock Holmes of Praed Street will hail with delight this crowning volume in a series of collections which have now pastiched the entire quintet of the master’s adventures. Here is another collection of “as sparkling a galaxy of Sherlockian pastiches as we have had since the canonical entertainments came to an end,” as Vincent Starrett - who contributes a preface to this book - wrote in his introduction to the first collection of the adventures of Solar Pons 20 years ago.

Recipient of the prestigious Templeton Prize, Brother John is the true story of a meaningful encounter between a man going through a mid-life crisis, and an umbrella-wielding Trappist monk. This magical encounter on Christmas Eve eventually leads the author, and us all, to the redemptive power of an authentically purposeful life.

Dr. August Leming and Dour Hatten bring together over 40 years of coaching and fitness industry experience, and well over 40,000 hours of individual and group coaching to bring to you a first-of-its-kind approach to the psychology of health and fitness. The fitness industry is an industry of change. Our clients want it and our success depends on the delivery of a growth experience. In the Psychology of Coaching you will find the missing piece to delivering the growth experience that your clients so badly need.

Old enemies seek revenge, and new opponents hunger for Kincaid's power. Knowledge tempts Kincaid to leave his artisan life far from the clutches of magic for a venerable city living in the shadows of its former glory. An ancient cult hides within the folds of religious orders and craves Kincaid's abilities as an archmagi. He is the key to unleashing the bonds of magic. Only his steadfast friends and his abilities as a Chronomancer stand between him and this ruthless organization's goal to redefine the structure of arcane might.

Kincaid returns from the north and finds himself embroiled in a decades-old war that reaches into the heart of his closest friends. Dark murders plague the streets and implicate a powerful mage striking from the shadows. With unchecked powers, Kincaid's enemy presents his greatest challenge. Kincaid and his friends must face their most terrible secrets and confront the power threatening to destroy the world. Are his powers as the Chronomancer enough to save the world?

Another orphan discovers her arcane power and finds herself in the crosshairs of a hunting wizard. Lin must flee her home and seek help in the the far north. Ancient magic and myths come to life, but will it be enough to save Lin and her new companion? Lin must answer life's toughest questions. What would you pay for your freedom, to protect those who protect you, to save the ones you love? Would you be willing to risk it all even when you knew the price was your life? These are the same questions Kincaid must answer, but the outcome is very different.

Miss Julie is probably the most famous play by the Swedish playwright August Strindberg, one of the founding fathers of naturalistic theater. In this claustrophobic drama, the interplay between social order and individual identity is explored in great detail. At the end the aristocratic Julie, goaded by her manipulative manservant, John, is faced with the ultimate decision: independence or annihilation.

A White Collar recap podcast by your hosts August and Rainy, analyzing each episode and going over all the little details that matter... Mostly to us.

Twelve-year-old Kinley Marie isn’t your average kid—she’s Reichenvale’s most clever and determined young detective. With her loyal golden retriever, Watson, by her side, she’s always ready to crack a case, no matter how puzzling. When Kinley's famous mystery-writer uncle, Henry May, calls in a panic about his missing lucky writing pen—the very pen he needs to finish his next bestseller—Kinley jumps into action.

When their staged ghost hunter investigations lead them to the mysterious Van Buren Manor, the so-called “Spirit Sleuths” must confront their first real haunting. Trapped inside, their only hope of survival is to unravel a long-buried mystery and stop the manor’s vengeful Matriarch from carrying out a dark plot a century in the making— one that may cut closer to home than they ever imagined.

This is a story about love, loss, and the magic that lives in the spaces between. Set against the haunting beauty of Ireland’s folklore, Legends of Érie: The Secret of the Stone is a timeless tale of healing, courage, and the journey home.

Nicht nur die Brüder Grimm oder Hans Christian Andersen haben Märchen gesammelt oder geschrieben, auch in anderen Ländern ist das Märchen selbstverständlich kulturelles Volksgut. In Kroatien wurden und werden gerne Märchen erzählt - wie diese feine Sammlung von zehn wunderbaren Geschichten beweist! Einige Themen kommen uns bekannt vor, anderes ist ganz neu - und natürlich mit dem Kolorit Südosteuropas versehen!

ארלו פינץ' בסך הכול חשב שלהיות שומר-יער פירושו ללמוד דברים כמו כישורי הישרדות, איך לקשור חבל ואיך להקים מדורה. אך כשהוא מגיע לעיירה הקטנה פיין מאונטן, קולורדו, ארלו...

Immerse yourself in the self-reflective world of Johan August Strindberg, the father of modern Swedish literature. Growth of a Soul is Strindbergs own introspective journey, as he navigates his experiences at Upsala University, paying homage to his literary inspirations while striving to become a celebrated artist himself. The narrative concludes with the release of his critically acclaimed novel, The Red Room (1879). Strindbergs autobiography is more than just a recount; its an exploration of a thinking soul, a testament to the human spirits resilience and growth. It encapsulates his ...

A wealthy, arrogant merchant learns the true meaning of Hanukkah when he takes the family of a poor peddler to court for savoring the smell of his wife's pancakes from outside their window.