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Jonathan Swift almost defines satire in his biting and brutal pamphlet in which he suggests that poor (Catholic) Irish families should fatten up their children and sell them to the rich (Protestant) land owners, thus solving the twin problems of starving children and poverty in one blow. When the "Proposal" was published in 1729, Swift was quickly attacked, and even accused of barbarity - the exact state the "Proposal" was written to expose.

Within four sections spanning the personalities, ships, places, and pirates of Scotland, you’ll discover an intriguing nautical history nestled among sweeping sea views and lush coastal landscapes. From tales of warrior lords and privateers to the mystery of the Maggie Smith, and the strange legend of the remote island of Rona, you’ll explore the unique seafaring history of Scotland.

Undo It! How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases (2019), outlines a wellness system that can help listeners prevent, manage, or even recover from common chronic health conditions. Preventative medicine specialist Dean Ornish and his wife, Anne, a yoga and meditation expert, have used the Ornish program to treat thousands of patients suffering from diseases that usually require lifelong medication or surgery.

Hans Christian Andersen, Les Contes des mille et une nuits, les frères Grimm, Jean de La Fontaine : autant d'auteurs d'exception dont les contes, fables et autres histoires ont captivé des générations d'enfants, petits et grands. Plus de 5 heures de pur bonheur durant lesquels vous redécouvrirez ces récits, tantôt populaires, tantôt moins connus, servis par une pléiade d'interprètes légendaires... Ouvrez toutes grandes vos oreilles et laissez-vous transporter !

The COVID-19 pandemic and an ever-changing array of new ways of working seem to have all of us asking, "Does work really have to suck this bad?" It looks like a small taste of flexibility and freedom has made many of us rethink the nature of the work we do and how we do it. In Work Here Now, Melissa Swift delivers an eye-opening roadmap to better work that generates wins for companies and employees alike. In the book, you'll explore different ways to improve the growth-impeding, borderline inhumane people management practices we've created and endured over time.

Gulliver’s Travels takes listeners on an adventure to fictional and real places in the world, with fantastical elements such as a society of tiny people, flying cities, and the ghosts of ancient world leaders. Gulliver’s adventure takes him all over, and each location is uniquely themed and satirizes themes from our real world.

Nothing stays buried forever. Join café owner Magda, her husband Sam, and their friends as they pool their resources to purchase an old bank building. Problems arise during the renovations when they encounter an angry spirit. Meanwhile, Magda’s beautiful psychic cat Crystal keeps pushing a magazine to the floor – always opening to a page about family ancestry. Much to their surprise, the spirit appears again when Magda and Sam take a trip to Ireland and his mood hasn’t improved. What can Crystal’s hints mean when her attention is drawn to buttons after an old police jacket is found...

This is a summary of The Fifth Agreement: A Practical Guide to Self-Mastery (2010) by Miguel Ruiz and Jose Ruiz with Janet Mills. The Fifth Agreement explores how people can harness their innate personal power to create a life that is rich in peace, happiness, and love - or, the equivalent of heaven on earth. The Fifth Agreement is the follow-up to Miguel Ruiz’s best seller The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (1997).

Mercenary Michaela "Mikey" Stephenson never met a fight she wouldn't pick or a bottle she wouldn't empty. She loves being out of control, and enjoys the company of like-minded individuals. When a young man from the Underdwell slums comes into her life with a bag full of credits, Mikey agrees to help him find his sister.

Written with the help of AI (Artificial Intelligence), extensively edited by the original author. Double Your Reading Speed in a Week: Master Any Text Conquer your TBR pile! This book offers a week-long plan to improve your reading speed and comprehension with daily exercises targeting: Faster Processing (identify key information quickly) Deeper Focus (silence distractions and laser focus) Improved Memory (retain information for the long term) Master speed reading techniques for all types of text: Fiction (enjoy stories without sacrificing comprehension) Non-Fiction (absorb articles, ...

Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World. In Four Parts. By Lemuel Gulliver, First a Surgeon, and then a Captain of Several Ships, better known simply as Gulliver's Travels (1726, amended 1735), is a novel by Anglo-Irish writer and clergyman Jonathan Swift, that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the "travellers' tales" literary subgenre. It is Swift's best known full-length work, and a classic of English literature. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

Get ready to be spellbound by "Curse of the Hallow Moon," a spine-chilling Halloween horror anthology that will haunt your dreams long after the last page is turned. Delve into the darkness with thirteen tales of terror, where ancient curses, sinister creatures, and malevolent spirits lurk in the shadows, waiting to ensnare unsuspecting souls. From the eerie depths of the forest to the desolate corners of forgotten towns, each story in this collection is crafted to send shivers down your spine and quicken your pulse with every twist and turn. Whether you're drawn to the macabre or the ...

The Challenger Sale: Taking Control of the Customer Conversation (2011) shows companies how assertive sales representatives can increase profits and create repeat customers. Authors and entrepreneurs Matthew Dixon and Brent Adamson use the results of interviews with more than 5,000 sales representatives to outline five different profiles most employees fit into. Purchase this in-depth summary to learn more.

Cowboy dreams, séances, painted horses, a rodeo and a mystery . . . they all happen in a new adventure for Magda Barnes and friends of The Chocolate Magic Café. Magda’s best friend Rula seems to have a cowboy spirit in her stable. Imagine the surprise when an artist paints a cowboy which he has seen in his dreams and he’s the same one. Will the friends be able to determine the connection between the two when they come together for a séance? Meanwhile, in her usual manner, Magda’s psychic cat Crystal is knocking books to the floor opening to pages providing hints about family . . . ...

Work Rules! Insights from Inside Google That Will Transform How You Live and Lead (2015) by Laszlo Bock describes the unorthodox methods Google uses to hire and retain the most talented employees. Google’s founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, knew they wanted to create the world’s best search engine.... Purchase this in-depth summary to learn more.

The Ark has left the solar system and taken with it the first humans to ever get this far. And even though Alissa was promoted to Chief of Security back on Earth, she wants nothing more than to escape back into a quiet existence with her friends. But he is still on her mind. The man with the silver glove plagues her dreams. This man she dreams of isn't the same as the monster back on Earth. Alissa can't escape the overwhelming drive to save the man that tried to kill her. Seeking answers may protect The Ark from future threats, but that fight might just cost them their lives.

Do you have problems with your ears and wax build up? Does it cause knock-on problems for you with sore throats and blocked sinuses? Have you considered Ear Candling as a solution? In this audibook, Ear Candles: The Ultimate Guide to Removing Ear Wax and Keeping Your Ears Clean with Ear Candling, you will discover what Ear Candling is all about and how it can help you.

This is a summary of Say Good Night to Insomnia (1998) by sleep doctor Gregg D. Jacobs. It is a primer on sleeplessness and how to correct it. Insomnia is a widespread problem that’s often treated with dangerous prescription drugs, if it’s treated at all....

"Gulliver's Travels" (1726, amended 1735), officially "Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World", is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the "travellers' tales" literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift's magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature.

Welcome to the ultimate Taylor Swift fan zone! Get ready to dive into the thrilling world of Taylor Swift and stay up-to-date with all things related to her music, tours, movies, and personal life. This is your go-to podcast for everything Taylor Swift today!From her debut album "Taylor Swift" to "Life of a Showgirl",and everything in between, we love all her songs, from "Tim McGraw" to "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together," "Bad Blood" to "ME!," and "Love Story" to "You Belong with Me." We'll sometimes taker deep dives into her critically acclaimed albums like "Speak Now," "Red," "1989," ...