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When I was growing up I always had a fascination with the gods of every culture. From the Celtic Scathach to the Norse god of thunder Thor to ancient Egypt and the amazing lengths people went to in trying to keep deities like Anubis happy. In this guide, we introduce the main gods from Norse Mythology along with their interpretations in modern-day entertainment.

As you begin to read or listen to this book, you will become familiar with all the gods and goddesses of Chinese culture. The historical context will become clear, as well as the institutions, the law, the rules about sexuality, marriage, and children, and so much more. Towards the end of the book, you’ll also learn about Confucianism, Monism, Taoism, Buddhism, and other dominating religious or spiritual paths that have been common in China.

Have you ever heard about the old mother of waters? How about Miao Shan? Or the medicine god?The Chinese had so many gods that it's probably a huge task to remember or memorize them all. For almost everything, there was either a god or a goddess. But a simple list of all the gods wouldn’t suffice to satisfy your appetite for the mystery of religious history in this massive country. So, to help you enjoy this audiobook, the intricate stories of betrayal, supernatural powers, love, and hatred are described in detail in this guide.

In this book in the series, the most important legends from China will come to light. You will learn about the famous monkey who became a god through his clever trickery and struggles, for instance. This is an amazing story that has inspired millions to depict the protagonist in paintings, sculptures, and other art works.

Worrywart father Tom Boyer has just found the perfect home for his family: a bigger house in a better neighborhood, with woods in the back for his daughter, Lilly, to play in. But the move has been tough on Lilly; the street had no kids with whom to play. So when she finds a fascinating friend in Mr. Bluestick - a mysterious man who wears a full tuxedo and carries a glowing blue stick while living in the woods, Tom is amused...until he awakes one night with the woods on fire and Lilly missing....

Husband and wife Charlie and Grace’s love for the outdoors brought them to Mt. George in Dead Summit, but the scourge that awoke on the mountain tore them apart. Now, a team of people responsible for keeping one of the world’s deadliest secrets must silence and contain the undead - along with anyone who remains alive. Shelly Smith, a member of the containment team conflicted with her past choices, will need to decide whether to assist with maintaining the secret of the curse, or follow her heart and do what is right.

No one thought that MacTrump - Lord of MacTrump Towers, Son of New York - would ascend to the highest position in the kingdom. Yet with the help of his unhappy but dutiful wife Lady MacTrump, his clever daughter Dame Desdivanka, and his coterie of advisers, MacTrump is comfortably ensconced in the White Hold as President of the United Fiefdoms, free to make proclamations to his subjects through his favorite messenger, McTweet. The Democrati, mourning the loss of their cherished leader O'Bama, won't give up without a fight.

Some of the most powerful tools to get rid of stress or anxiety, are mindfulness and meditation. Many people use it. To some, it’s a hype, to others, a spiritual journey, but to most people, it’s a simple way of releasing stress, calming down, and recharging. In this book, specific counter-measures against anxiety are mentioned, and the benefits and several techniques of meditative practices will be mentioned. Along with that, the beautiful peace that can be found through mindfulness, is highlighted in a number of chapters and paragraphs.

This young adult novel takes place in a small New England town, and is a coming of age story for Frankie Folinari and his friends. While all of these friends are special in their own way, Frankie’s many trials and tribulations tell the story of a particularly special young man.

Georgina watches me. She doesn’t try to poke me or pull my tail. She doesn’t push her face into mine, and she speaks very softly. “Welcome,” she says. Most shelter animals dream of going home with a forever family. But for Elvis, being chosen by Mrs. Pemberton is a nightmare. He’s been taken away from his sister, Etta, and is determined to get back to the shelter to find her.

Über zwei Männer, geheime Gefühle und schmerzhaft schöne Küsse. Zeke Turner hat in Blackwood ein neues Zuhause gefunden. Seine dunkle Vergangenheit hat ihn in Ruhe gelassen und das qualvolle Ziehen in seiner Brust ist beinahe verschwunden. Bis Watson Moore auf einmal vor ihm steht. Der Mann, der sein Herz in unendlich viele Stücke brach. Ist es Zufall, dass sie sich genau jetzt begegnen? Schicksal, dass die Luft zwischen ihnen noch immer vibriert? Ist es gefährlich, die alten Wunden erneut zu öffnen, oder kann es vielleicht sein, dass alles ganz anders war, als Zeke dachte?