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Appian's Civil Wars offers a comprehensive account of the unstable epoch from the time of Tiberius Gracchus (133 BC) to the great conflicts which followed the murder of Julius Caesar. For the events between 133 and 70 BC Appian is the only constant surviving narrative source, making his diaries an invaluable source to understand this brutal and formative moment in history.

The complicated history of the Saxton house has been long forgotten. Few in the town of Cypress Creek even remember the house and what had occurred inside its walls decades before. In the present time, author Rob Hooper and his wife, Janet, are looking for a quiet place to live. The grandiose, isolated Victorian-style relic is everything they could want. A mysterious, widowed owner offers them a deal that can't be passed up. But they quickly discover that some things are too good to be true.

St. Antony the Great, often referred to throughout the East and West as the “Father of Monks,” was born in 251 to pious, wealthy Christian parents who lived near the Egyptian Thebaid in a village called Coma. His parents both died by the time he was about 20 years old, leaving him to care for his sister.

La princesse Saraï d'Ammara est maudite : le jour de son vingt-cinquième anniversaire, elle sombrera dans un sommeil éternel, plongeant son royaume dans le chaos. Pour sauver Saraï et leur peuple, son père arrange son mariage avec le prince Balior, un beau jeune noble d'un royaume voisin. Mais Notus, le Vent du Sud, immortel, qui avait autrefois les faveurs de la princesse, revient dans sa vie. À mesure qu'elle en apprend sur Balior, elle se rend compte qu'il a de sombres secrets et n'est pas le sauveur tant espéré.

Before healing became an industry it was whole. The person who set the bone also knew what broth would bring the milk in. The midwife knew the plants. The hearth keeper knew the fever.That knowledge didn't disappear. It got buried. The Root & The Road goes digging.Each episode follows one thread of ancestral medicine — European healing traditions, pre-industrial body knowledge, the practices that sustained human frames long before the pharmaceutical aisle existed. Not to romanticize the past. To recover what actually worked and understand why we stopped using it.The bone remembers what the ...

He's excruciatingly handsome, and well, fine as hell. He's also my captor. He won't take his eyes off me. He won't let me go. All I can do is hope he'll let me live.

In this captivating treatise by St. Clement, we delve into the profound teachings of Jesus Christ as he encounters the young rich man in the gospels. The man seeks guidance on attaining eternal life, and Jesus begins by urging him to follow the commandments. However, the profound challenge arises when Jesus instructs him to sell his possessions, give to the poor, and follow Him to attain true perfection. The young mans sorrow reflects the struggle many face with wealth, prompting Jesus to exclaim, How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of heaven! It is easier for a camel to go ...

The challenges faced by Saint Athanasius resonate deeply with our own era. Today, we witness a passionate yet growing adherence to faith, alongside a pervasive aversion to definitive doctrine, reminiscent of the various forms of Arianism. In their quest for understanding, they crafted numerous creeds to reconcile their beliefs against the singular faith established at Nicaea, which the entire Church embraced. While they often strayed from the truth, Saint Athanasius emerges as a voice that champions unwavering faith. His insights can help bridge the gaps that divide us and draw many closer to ...

In this profound treatise, often seen alongside the Contra Gentes, Athanasius delves into the necessity of restoration through the Divine Word, addressing the corruption of human nature. Written in the early years of his life, this work remains untouched by the Arian controversy that later defined his career. Athanasius begins by examining the doctrine of creation and humanitys unique place within it, highlighting how mans abuse of his privileges led to a devastating loss. In a powerful narrative, he describes the Incarnation as the ultimate remedy for humanitys plight, emphasizing how the ...

In this enlightening exploration of early Church history, we delve into a pivotal letter penned by St. Athanasius during a critical period between his return in 346 and his subsequent flight in 356. Addressed to a friend grappling with Arian challenges regarding the Nicene Definition, Athanasius meticulously dissects the objections surrounding the use of non-scriptural terminology. He boldly critiques the Arianizers inconsistencies and recounts their actions during the council, ultimately revealing how they subscribed to the very terms they now contest. Through a profound examination of divine...

Rapunzel meets the myth of Psyche and Cupid in a stand-alone fantasy romance tale of love, survival and healing, as a mortal woman and a god unite to overcome deadly trials—and their own tortured pasts—in the climactic final installment of the Four Winds series. Min of Marles is a skilled...

From the author of The North Wind comes a darkly reimagined tale of forbidden love, inspired by the Greek myth of Hero and Leander and the Scottish ballad Tam Lin. Brielle of Thornbrook has dedicated her life to the abbey. She spends her days forging iron and her evenings studying the Text, all...

Inspired by Beauty and the Beast and the myth of Hades and Persephone, this lush and enchanting enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance is perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Scarlett St. Clair. Wren of Edgewood is no stranger to suffering. With her parents gone, it’s...

In this “gripping story of resistance and the triumph of human will” (Senator Elizabeth Warren), activist and subject of the documentary Not Going Quietly Ady Barkan explores his life with ALS and how his diagnosis gave him a profound new understanding of his commitment to social justice for...

The devil's right-hand woman must convince her long-lost husband to renounce their vows so she can wed a prince from Hell. Effie MacLeod is no stranger to making desperate decisions, but making a deal with Lucifer himself—sacrificing her soul to save a loved one—has got to be her most...

A sizzling standalone fantasy of second-chance love inspired by Sleeping Beauty and the Greek myth of Theseus and the Minotaur from the author of The North Wind. Princess Sarai of Ammara is cursed: on her twenty-fifth birthday she will fall into an endless, deadly sleep, plunging the kingdom...

Alexandria is working with YOU to change the narrative around environmental advocacy. By approaching everything you are about to listen to with a positive lens and a hopeful spirit we are going to have really important conversations, that don't feel like you're being lectured.The Nature Network covers myths and common misconceptions about our planet, positive climate news, solution-based approaches to the environment and, of course, all things nature. We are a judgement free zone, so whether you use single use plastic every 30 minutes, or you are a zero waste kinda gal who LOVES her steak, ...

Life can present us with insurmountable trials, but the human spirit's capacity for healing and growth is truly remarkable. "Healing Through Love" will delve into the personal stories of individuals who have triumphed over adversity and found solace, strength, and transformation through love. Whether you've overcome struggles within health, social systems, personal relationships, or any other arena, your story is valuable and can inspire others on their journeys. Let's create a platform where stories of strength can shine brightly, fostering understanding and compassion for one another.

A coming-of-age story...Lane was raised by absurdly strict and conservative parents. Without the slightest awareness of her naivety, she suddenly finds herself cast alone and penniless into the surreal world of the '80s. A time before the modern advances of the technology revolution. Cellphones hadn't been invented. The internet, GPS and social media didn't yet exist. It was common to lose track of one's friends and family for weeks or even months at a time.

This podcast is for the people I grew up watching.The ones still in the same place they were twenty years ago — not because they don't want more, but because nobody ever told them they were allowed to have it. The ones who came out of church carrying things nobody helped them put down. The ones comparison has eaten alive. The ones who got handed circumstances that weren't fair and were expected to just keep moving.I started Renovating the Soul because I believe in something that took me a long time to say plainly: you already have what you need. The tools are not hidden. They are sitting ...