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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 5
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The classic tale of romance and betrayal from a distinguished master of English satire. The fifth novel in the Chronicles of Barsetshire epitomizes the wit, attention to detail, and thoughtful analysis of class and gender issues that made Anthony Trollope one of Victorian England's most beloved novelists. The Small House at Allington moves away from the earlier books' overt ecclesiastical concerns to focus on a small dower house on the edge of Christopher...
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Chronicles of Barsetshire volume 3
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English
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The breathtaking love story of an illegitimate girl and the young noble who would choose her above all. Gender issues and economic hardships are dealt with deftly in Doctor Thorne, the third novel in the Chronicles of Barsetshire, and arguably the saga's finest love story. Set in rural England in the fictitious county of Barsetshire, this Victorian novel is one of Anthony Trollope's most optimistic and engaging works. When Henry Thorne seduces local...
3) Phineas Finn
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The Palliser novels volume 2
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English
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An adventurous Irishman sets out to find his fortune among proper English society in this classic novel from Anthony Trollope. Sent to London to become a lawyer, young Phineas Finn proves himself to be a disappointing student but truly gifted in the ways of charm, culture, and fine appearance. It is the discovery of these talents that ultimately leads him to what he believes is his true calling: English Parliament. Through sheer luck and pluck, dashing,...
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Where Angels Fear to Tread (1905) is a novel by English author E.M. Forster. The work was Forster's first novel, and its success helped launch his lengthy and critically acclaimed career as a writer of literary fiction. Where Angels Fear to Tread, the title is drawn from Alexander Pope's An Essay on Criticism (1711), is a moving meditation on class, gender, social convention, and the grieving process.
Following the death of her husband, a widow named...
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The Golden Bowl comes in the first years of the 20th-century: the publisher, Charles Scribner's Sons, decided never to serialise it and published it in New York in December 1904 in two volumes. After just a few months, in February 1905, also Methuen published the novel in London in a one-volume edition.
In 1909, a revised edition appeared as volumes 23 and 24 of the New York edition, and James this time also prepared the preface, in which he reflected...
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Written in 1869 with a clear awareness of the time's tension over women's rights, "He Knew He Was Right" is primarily a story about Louis Trevelyan, a young, wealthy, educated Victorian man and his marriage to the beautiful Emily Rowley. They meet in the Mandarin Islands, where Emily's father is governor, but their happiness in wedlock is short-lived. They soon have a son and Louis begins to have strong feelings of jealousy towards Emily. Emily accepts...
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Tantor Media, Inc
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2020
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English
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Just as Masters and Johnson were pioneers in the study of human sexuality, so Dr. John Gottman has revolutionized the study of marriage. As a professor of psychology at the University of Washington and the founder and director of the Seattle Marital and Family Institute, he has studied the habits of married couples in unprecedented detail over the course of many years. His findings, and his heavily attended workshops, have already turned around thousands...
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The Mayor of Casterbridge, by Thomas Hardy, is part of the Barnes & Noble Classics series, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of Barnes & Noble Classics:
• New introductions commissioned from todays top writers and scholars
• Biographies of the authors
• Chronologies...
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In "Two on a Tower," a love story set against the background of the stellar universe, Hardy defied social norms of the day and shocked his readers. In what is today seen as the author's most important portrayal of love across physical and societal divides, the novel tells the story of Lady Constantine, a married, older, aristocratic, religious woman who falls in love with Swithin St. Cleeve, a young astronomer, single, lower class, and agnostic. Hardy's...
10) Boyhood
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Boyhood (1854) is a novel by Leo Tolstoy. Published at the beginning of his career as a leading Russian author of his generation, Boyhood is the second in a trilogy of semi-autobiographical novels tracing Nikolenka's journey from innocence to experience. As a record of the past, a nostalgic reminder of a lost world, Boyhood is one of Tolstoy's most personal works, and yet his prose shows signs of the universal religious and philosophical themes that...
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Gracefully Design is a book of hope. It outlines the lifes journey of a very shy, quiet girl who shows that God is always with her through good times and bad. The author shows that her main source of inspiration in life comes directly only from the Lord; this book would not be possible without the Lords divine grace, mercy, and favor which she is grateful and humbled to be gracefully designed.
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Un análisis objetivo del núcleo de la sociedad, la familia, basado en un serio fundamento bíblico. Hogares disfuncionales, violencia doméstica, divorcio, padres de un mismo sexo -entre otras aberraciones- invaden nuestro mundo. Los conocimientos presentados en esta obra lo capacitarán para aplicar principios cristianos a su propia familia y a otros en su contorno.
13) Reclaiming Reality: Gaslighting & Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: Transform Self-Doubt into Confidence
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If you've always wanted to trust your own perceptions and build healthy relationships but find yourself constantly questioning your reality, then keep reading…Are you sick and tired of feeling manipulated, confused, and emotionally drained by narcissistic individuals in your life?Have you tried to break free from gaslighting, only to find yourself pulled back into a whirlwind of self-doubt and manipulation?Do you finally want to say goodbye to toxic...
14) The Language of Peace: Nonviolent Communication: Master Empathetic Listening, Express Yourself AU
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If you've always wanted harmonious relationships and peaceful conflict resolution but find yourself trapped in cycles of misunderstanding and tension, then keep reading…Are you tired of conversations turning into arguments, leaving you feeling frustrated and unheard?Have you tried to express your needs and feelings, only to be met with defensiveness or indifference?Do you finally want to break free from communication breakdowns and create genuine...
15) Breaking Free: Divorcing a Narcissist: Outsmart Gaslighting Techniques, Secure Your Future, and Heal
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If you've always wanted a peaceful, dignified divorce but find yourself trapped in a narcissist's web of manipulation, then keep reading…Are you sick and tired of being gaslit, belittled, and emotionally drained during your divorce proceedings?Have you tried to negotiate fairly, only to face deceit, false accusations, and financial threats?Do you finally want to say goodbye to the nightmare of divorcing a narcissist and reclaim your freedom?If so,...
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With an intelligent, unpretentious, future-focused, and passionate style, Parenting Trailblazers offers an insightful and practical guide for parents aiming to raise responsible, resilient, innovative, and purpose-driven children equipped for the future.Rooted in universal principles and inspired by Africa's need for progress, this book emphasizes the vital role of intentional parenting in nurturing a child's character and heart. Drawing from personal...
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James is an intriguing story about a young man living in the South in the 1950s. He is loved by his mother, hated by his father, and despised by his sister. He ignored the relationship of his family and retreated into his own, existing without a care in the world. One day in high school, he meets a beautiful young girl who captures his eye and challenges his character, integrity, and individuality. Upon meeting her, his life spirals into conflict...
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Why are girls ready for toilet training earlier than boys are? Why are girls more prone to accidents? How do I know if my daughter is ready? From the authors of “Potty-Training Boys the Easy Way,” this guide provides a clear, step-by-step plan for training girls, including strategies for making potty-time fun, parenting differently for different personalities, and handling specific situations, such as what to do when there is no toilet nearby...
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Validation—recognizing and accepting your child's thoughts and feelings, regardless of whether or not you feel that your child should be experiencing them—helps children develop a lifelong sense of self-worth. Children who are validated feel reassured that they will be accepted and loved regardless of their feelings, while children who are not validated are more vulnerable to peer pressure, bullying, and emotional and behavioral problems.
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