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"Even before the attack on Pearl Harbor and America’s official entry into WWII, America’s maritime forces launched convoys to support our Allies in Europe through the Lend-Lease Act which gave then-President Franklin D. Roosevelt authority to send equipment and food to the war effort without violating our position of neutrality. Once the war was declared on the United States by Nazi Germany, and the Allies agreed upon a “Europe first” strategy, convoy operations became the main enabling effort in the war". (Andrew L. Lewis, Vice Admiral, USN - retired).

Can you recall a time when adversity or a negative moment caused you personal or professional pain? How did this adversity moment transform your identity? Did you become more compassionate, live with more integrity or develop a deeper sense of self? This is the journey The Crucible’s Gift will guide you on. James, a highly sought-after international speaker, interviewed over 140 executives from around the world to learn how leaders transform their leadership style after moments of adversity.

This collection features "The Remarkable Rocket", "The Selfish Giant", and "The Happy Prince". The world-renowned Irish playwright, novelist, and poet is also the author of charming and thought-provoking children's stories. These three stories represent the best of Wilde's love of fairy tales and mythical writings.

Love can be found anywhere. Aboard a steamer headed for New York, a young man falls in love with a married woman; but fate trumps hope, and leaves only bittersweet memories.

Does love always find a way? Follow the "youngish girl" sitting next to a "traveling salesman" on the train, while on her way to meet a "secret love", uncertain as to what she might find.

The self-help industry is a fraud. You are not exceptional. You can’t have it all. The money won’t follow just because you do what you love. Anyone who tells you something different is lying. Sam LaCrosse’s approach to living a rich and fulfilling life doesn't involve cookie-cutter slogans or self-esteem dogma. The path to a good life lies in discovering and honoring your own core values.

"I first met Antonia on what seemed to be an interminable journey across the great midland plain of North America."

These are the first words, spoken by Jim, who leads us into Willa Cather's masterpiece about a spirited girl who, though down trodden by neglect and hard work, never "lost the fire of life". Every American must know Antonia, for once they do, they can never forget her.

After his family was torn apart—twice—former journalist Mark Briggs launched a full-scale investigation into work-life balance. What he discovered was a surprising framework of small, simple changes that can send powerful ripple effects throughout your life—both at work and at home. In researching The Butterfly Impact, Mark interviewed over 100 people at the prime of their careers—including industry leaders at Starbucks, Facebook, Google, Amazon, REI, the Gates Foundation, and more. Here, you’ll listen to their relatable stories of resilience, grit, and triumph.

In his acclaimed new book Investment Atlas II: Using History as a Financial Tool, Winans shows listeners how to become profitable users of investment history rather than future victims of it. Just as travelers use a road atlas to learn about their destination and prevent the embarrassing and costly act of getting lost, Winans encourages investors to learn from history in order to successfully tackle the age-old challenges inherent in profitable investing.

The story is told in the first person (or "first horse") as an autobiographical memoir told by a highbred horse named Black Beauty - beginning with his carefree days as a foal on an English farm, to his difficult life pulling cabs in London, to his happy retirement in the country. Along the way, he meets with many hardships and recounts many tales of cruelty and kindness.

Amory Blaine, spoiled and misguided, arrogant and prideful, comes of age when, as a student at Princeton University, he weighs in on the more profound aspects of life, such as love and war, and is found wanting. This is Fitzgerald's debut novel.

Becoming your best self begins with owning your personal growth. In When It Comes to Life, C. M. Proctor shares the lessons and insight you need to take control of your life, maximize personal development, and unlock your true potential. From career advancement and improved relationships to conflict resolution and increased resilience, this is a comprehensive tool kit packed with practical wisdom, actionable advice, and thought-provoking strategies for today’s fast-paced world.

Noted as one of the highest literary achievements of the modern age, this impressionistic novel moves with boldness and pathos into the motivation and experience of a young soldier during the Civil War.

There might be gold in them thar hills, but curmudgeonly San Francisco business tycoon Caden Caldwell treks to Alaska in a fit of rage looking for his free-spirited son, Colt, who has struck out for the Klondike Gold Rush. What Caden finds is something else altogether. Orphaned children. Wayward women. Quirky prospectors. Tlingit Indians. Isolated with this motley crew when early winter weather hits, he has no choice but to re-evaluate his life in ways that terrify yet intrigue him. Will he ever be the same? Does he want to be?

This is a great story to listen along to with a child before going to an amusement park or as a bedtime story. It’s a way to teach your child Spanish, or if they are already bilingual, a way to teach them to understand. Memory aids are available to help with visualization and retention of new vocabulary. An audio vocabulary section helps when practicing the newly acquired vocabulary. Wrapping up this book are crazy roller-coaster facts for those who like the biggest, the fastest, the most inversions, and the most G-forces. It even has an original song.