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Pub. Date
2022
Edition
Unabridged
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English
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In 1776, the United States of America was born from a document that declared all men created equal and free to choose who they serve in this world. What followed was a difficult fight against a monarchy, a fight that ended with the creation of a powerful country built on the tenets of freedom and equality. These documents are some of the foundational writings from the earliest days of the country that have shaped the United States government for centuries:
The...
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Pub. Date
2011
Edition
Unabridged
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English
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This superlative collection of futuristic tales explores ground-breaking supernatural themes from the founding heroes of the science-fiction genre. The short story form is perfect for capturing the atmospheric tension of these legendary stories.
This collection includes the following stories:
"The Door in the Wall" by H. G. Wells—A man must choose between the rationality of science and the magic of imagination."All Cats Are Gray"...Author
Pub. Date
2006
Edition
Unabridged
Language
English
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Blackstone Audio presents an eclectic mix of stories, plays and sketches dedicated to the thinking paranoiac. Gore, sex, horror, literature and edifying morals—what more could you want from an audiobook?
This collection includes "In a Grove," upon which Akira Kurosawa based his classic film, Rashomon; an adult fairy tale by the author of Winnie-the-Pooh; the real story (honest!) behind Edgar Rice Burroughs's novel The Moon Maid; and
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English
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Balanced and in-depth military coverage (all theaters, North and South) in a non-partisan format with detailed notes, offering meaty, in-depth articles, original maps, photos, columns, book reviews, and indexes.
126th NY Infantry at Harpers Ferry — First Confederate Regiment from Santa Rosa to Chickamauga — Long road to Bentonville — Book reviews — complete list of contents and index for Volume One.
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English
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Hear the Bible Come Alive in Dramatic Audio Theater™! This multi-voiced, scripted dramatization of the New King James Version (NKJV) features a star-studded cast of actors, an original music score, and incredible feature film quality sound effects. This world-class production creates a dramatic audio theater experience that makes you feel like you're really there with Jesus and His disciples. Listen in your car, on your MP3 player, or with your...
8) Cinderella
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English
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Read along with Disney! This is the story of Ella. When she was a little girl, her mother and father taught her to be kind. They taught her to be good. But one sad day her mother passed away. When her father remarried, her new stepfamily was mean to her. They called her Cinderella since they made her sleep by the fire. But her kindness won the heart of a man named Kit. Ella hoped to see him at the royal ball. But Ella's stepfamily was jealous of Ella's...
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This is a small, softcover booklet with a big message. The Story of Jesus: Teen Edition uses the clear, accessible language of the New International Version (NIV) to tell the story of the most significant person who ever lived. Compelling and powerful, it's also a compact, low-priced way to share the Jesus story in one seamless narrative. The Story of Jesus: Teen Edition is one book that will be read again and again.
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English
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Experience this tale as old as time in this delightful retelling of one of Walt Disney's most loved films, Beauty and the Beast. When an enchantress casts a spell on a selfish prince, turning him into a hideous beast and his servants into enchanted objects, there is only one way to break the curse: the Beast must learn to love-and be loved in return. So when Belle, a kind and beautiful girl from a village nearby, arrives at the Beast's enchanted castle...
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English
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Ariel, a daring mermaid princess, always dreamed of life on land. So when she disobeys her father and ventures to the surface, she rescues the human Prince Eric from drowning-and falls in love with him! The little mermaid gives her voice to the sea witch Ursula for the chance to become human. But there's a catch: unless Eric falls in love with Ariel in three days, Ariel will be Ursula's servant forever! Don't miss this enchanting retelling of one...
12) John
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English
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Begin Deciding for Yourself Who was Jesus-a wise teacher? A prophet? A fake? During Jesus' lifetime, no one understood His mission, but by narrating a few carefully chosen episodes in Jesus' life, the Apostle John unfolds the truth. Throughout the centuries, John's portrait of Jesus has drawn men and women into a trusting, intimate relationship with the Son of God. As you study John, you can begin deciding for yourself who Jesus is. LifeChange LifeChange...
13) Mark
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English
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A new commentary for today's world, The Story of God Bible Commentary explains and illuminates each passage of Scripture in light of the Bible's grand story. The first commentary series to do so, SGBC offers a clear and compelling exposition of biblical texts, guiding readers in how to creatively and faithfully live out the Bible in their own contexts. Its story-centric approach is idea for pastors, students, Sunday school teachers, and all who want...
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English
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An analysis of 2014 budget outcomes and 2015 plans of ADB's Pacific member countries is the focus of this issue of the Pacific Economic Monitor, also including an analysis of opportunities and challenges from external factors. An analysis of 2014 budget outcomes and 2015 budget plans of ADB's Pacific developing member countries is the focus of this issue of the Pacific Economic Monitor. The policy briefs in this issue consider longer-run opportunities...
15) Sleeping Beauty
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English
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Sleeping Beauty's enchanted slumber has captivated readers' hearts for centuries. Now brought luminously to life by K. Y. Craft's lavish paintings, this new edition of a timeless favorite is sure to enchant readers both young and old. Fairy tale lovers have been eagerly awaiting Craft's next magical romance since the release of her Cinderella. With illustrations inspired by the magnificent style of Baroque painters, the sumptuous color and exquisite...
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English
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Sing along to the time-honored nursery rhyme!
If You're Happy and You Know It is illustrated for very young children by Hazel Q. This bright and beautiful board book features adorable Australian animals including a quokka, a kangaroo, and a koala. This sturdy board book is designed to withstand lots of love and learning, making it a wonderful addition to baby's first library.
Hazel Q. Nursery Rhymes celebrate children's best-loved read along nursery...
17) Bible
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English
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The NIV Once-A-Day Bible: Chronological Edition helps you encounter the Bible every day in a new and fresh way. It organizes the clear and accessible NIV Bible into 365 daily readings in chronological order so that you can practice the spiritual discipline of daily Bible reading within a new and different context.
18) Matthew
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The Texts @ Contexts series gathers scholarly voices from diverse contexts and social locations to bring new or unfamiliar facets of biblical texts to light. Matthew sheds new light from new perspectives on themes in the Gospel including community; land, labor, and Empire; children, parents, and families; health and disabilities; and border-crossings. The authors challenge us to consider how we deal with cultural distances between ourselves, and these...
19) China
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English
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Lonely Planet's China is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Beijing's Forbidden City, climb the Great Wall, and discover sacred Lhasa, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of China and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet's China Travel Guide:
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they...
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English
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REVISED AND UPDATED FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Family historians depend upon thousands of people unknown to them. They exchange research with others; copy information from books and databases; and write libraries, societies, and government offices. At times they even hire professionals to do legwork in distant areas and trust strangers to solve important problems. But how can a researcher be assured that he or she is producing or receiving reliable...
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