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The distinguished American civil rights leader, W. E. B. DuBois first published these fiery essays, sketches, and poems individually in 1920 in the Atlantic, the Journal of Race Development, and other periodicals. Reflecting the author's ideas as a politician, historian, and artist, this volume has long moved and inspired readers with its militant cry for social, political, and economic reform. It is essential reading for all students of African American history.

Philadelphia Homicide Sergeant Matthew Payne is paired with a Texas Ranger to bring down a murderer with Mexican cartel connections. The odd couple of the Philly cop and the Texas lawman must run down the killer and his gang-before the body count rises again...

In E. B. White on Dogs, his granddaughter and manager of his literary estate, Martha White, has compiled the best and funniest of her grandfather's essays, poems, and letters depicting over a dozen of his various canine companions. Included here are favorite essays such as "Two Letters, Both Open", "Bedfellows", and many others, as well as some of White's little-known notes and comment pieces covering dog shows, sled dog races, and the trials and tribulations of city canines.

Once a gifted surgeon believed he could cure all illness with quick strokes of his knife; that he could create perfection in the human body. Spencer Black’s fascination with mythical creatures led him to believe they had once lived and walked upon the earth; he became determined to re-create them. Triumphant for a time, Dr. Black traveled the world, opening people’s eyes to wonder and horror, until tragedy struck. He lost nearly everything, including his son, Alphonse. But Dr. Black’s desire to usher in a new world remained unquenched.

Welcome to this podcast, where artificial minds step into human stereotypes and battle it out in real-time conversation. Each episode features two AI chatbots assigned opposing personas — boy vs. girl, left vs. right, introvert vs. extrovert, logical vs. emotional — and thrown into debates, challenges, and different scenarios.The twist? They must fully embody their assigned stereotype while still trying to outwit, persuade, or entertain. The result is fast, funny, occasionally chaotic, and surprisingly insightful.Is it satire? Is it social commentary? Is it just digital beings roasting ...

As a foster kid in the system, Emerson Duplessis never had two nickels to rub together. He worked harder than anyone else he knew and graduated with a degree in accounting—the safest career he could imagine. But when a round of unexpected layoffs leaves him unable to pay his rent, he resorts to taking temp jobs found for him by friends.

Owen Meade, a college student looking for a fresh start, moves into a dilapidated Victorian building where the rent is suspiciously cheap, and the neighbors are anything but ordinary. There’s Ms. Vickors, the fiery and abrasive tenant downstairs, Mr. Vernay, the reclusive Frenchman with cryptic warnings about “space visitors,” and Chadwick, the carefree college stoner who seems to know more than he lets on.

Plip is a naiad of the Great Waterfall, destined to one day sing the songs that send rain out into the world. Akino isn't destined for anything but trouble. His father long gone, his mother working on a plantation far away, he doesn't really belong in the village below the Waterfall. And the villagers don't let him forget it. When Akino convinces Plip to travel down the mountain with him, for his own selfish purposes, he launches them into a world more dangerous than either of them could imagine.

Als Alyss mitten am Tag von einer mysteriösen Katze verfolgt – und dann auch noch angesprochen – wird, glaubt sie, in der Vorlesung eingeschlafen zu sein. Doch dieser Traum entwickelt sich schnell zum Albtraum, als Alyss erkennt, dass sie Magie besitzt, die mächtige Wesen auf sie aufmerksam macht. Nun verdankt sie ihr Leben einem Kater, der behauptet, sie wäre die Nachfahrin der Weißen Hexe – jener Frau, die das Wunderland vor der Herzkönigin beschützen müsste.

E. B. White's greatest stories, asides, essays, jokes, and tall tales about the city he arguably saw clearest, loved best, and skewered most mercilessly.

A compelling story of one family's determination to save their grumpy old horse against all odds. The Baker family bought Denver as a family horse, and he took care of their children for several years as well as he could. So when, in a freak trailer accident, Denver injured himself badly, the family was upset. Denver's girl Tessa was devastated. Sadly, his injury was difficult to diagnose, and once they discovered what was wrong, it wasn't an easy fix. In fact, the team of vets had never treated a single case like his before.

In this thought-provoking exploration, the authors delve into the overemphasis on two aspects of modern civilization aviation and sex. While aviation has been simplified and made to seem safer, the narrative around sex has become increasingly complex and fraught with tension. Sociologists, psychologists, and various experts have contributed to this convoluted portrayal, transforming what was once a natural physical expression into a complicated mental phenomenon. The timeless desire for connection between men and women echoes through history, from unicellular beginnings to contemporary ...

A podcast discussing how we can rebuild our cultures, in our homes and towns through Christ.

If Frogs Could Fly, a psychedelic romp with a 1960s undercurrent, strangely relevant to our times.

W.E.B. Du Bois, who drew from his own experiences as an African-American living in American society, explores the concept of "double-consciousness"—a term he uses to describe living as an African-American and having a "sense of always looking at one's self through the eyes of others." With Du Bois' examination of Black life in post-Civil War America, his explanation of the meaning of emancipation and its effect, and his views on the roles of the black leaders of his time, The Souls of Black Folk is one of the important early works in the field of sociology.

Granny and her granddaughter are going on a walk. But this is not just any walk. It’s a walk that must not be missed, one that is more important than ever but has been made increasingly difficult for many to participate in. It’s a walk that joins together a community, that lifts voices, that allows us to speak up, stand up, and say what’s on our minds. It’s a walk for hope.

Welcome to the inspiring world of bookstagram, where words come alive, and books find their voice through captivating visuals. If you're an avid reader, a book enthusiast, or an aspiring content creator seeking to share your love for literature with a wider audience, you've come to the right place.

Alyssa has doubts about her wedding to John, but she goes through with it anyway. But when John is killed on their wedding night, Alyssa is left alone. Well, not entirely. She’s pregnant with John’s baby, and his cousin Anthony has offered to be a friend when she desperately needs one. Navigating a new life, including dealing with cruel in-laws, isn’t easy, but with Anthony by her side, Alyssa begins to thrive. As their friendship blossoms into something more, she realizes what she wanted all along might be right in front of her.

Gefühlvolle Romantasy - wie erobert man das Herz eines Mannes, der keines besitzt? Nachdem sie bei ihrem Vater in Ungnade gefallen ist, denkt Calithea, ihr Leben könnte nicht schlimmer werden. Dann erscheint Lord Talon als Gesandter des Elfenkönigs und fordert eine Braut für seinen Herrn. Gemeinsam mit vier anderen Prinzessinnen gelangt Calithea an den Hof des Elfenkönigs, wo sie um seine Gunst kämpfen soll. Doch ist es nicht der dunkle König Darcio, zu dem Calithea sich hingezogen fühlt, sondern Talon. Das bringt die beiden in größere Gefahr, als Calithea anfangs denkt.

Bee Lola and B.E. Lyonga are the hosts of Two Bees In A Pod. Two Cameroonian immigrant women discussing our experiences in the United States, our perspectives on navigating various aspects of life while straddling both cultures, and our takes on trending cultural discourse.