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Uttered politely by a young malnourished boy who never had anything, and the ensuing consequences set us up for Dickens' classic tale of an orphan boy. Oliver's treatment and experience from every side of society from Mr. Bumble to Fagin, to benevolent Rose. How can a boy with no connections to anyone hope to survive in Victorian England?

In the cold depths of the North Atlantic, a Royal Navy research team led by Commander Dr Sarah Chen uncovers a baffling electromagnetic pulse, repeating every seventy-three seconds, and witnesses the rise of geometric, non-human structures from the seafloor. Their discovery is quickly suppressed by military authorities, but the mysterious pulse continues, undeterred.

Dans un orphelinat de l'Angleterre victorienne, Oliver Twist survit au milieu de ses compagnons d'infortune. Mal nourri, exploité, il est placé dans une entreprise de pompes funèbres où, là encore, il ne connaît que privations et mauvais traitements. Oliver endure tout, jusqu'au jour où une provocation de trop le pousse à s'enfuir vers Londres. Épuisé, affamé, il est recueilli par une bande de jeunes voleurs qui travaillent pour le vieux Fagin.

Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in...

On December 14, 1774, a pivotal moment in American history unfolded in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, as local Patriots led by John Langdon launched a daring assault on Fort William and Mary. Overcoming a small six-man detachment, they seized the forts vital gunpowder, distributing it throughout the colony in anticipation of the impending conflict with Great Britain. The following day, Patriots led by John Sullivan returned to the fort, capturing an array of cannons that would later play a crucial role in the iconic Battle of Bunker Hill. This event is not only significant as one of the first ...

The Great War has ended, and the soldiers have returned home, but many find it difficult to reintegrate into everyday life. The women who supported both on the battlefield and the home front share their struggles too. Dr. Ward, observing the turmoil around him, feels helpless until an unexpected event after his sermon one Sunday transforms the lives of many in their town. Summary by Adele de Pignerolles.

This captivating 1914 book offers an insightful glimpse into the structure and daily life of the British Army during the early days of World War I. Narrated by David Wales, it paints a vivid picture of military life at a pivotal moment in history.

Buying an established company – rather than creating a start-up from scratch – is an increasingly popular path to success for many entrepreneurs. So what's stopping you? Let's face it – starting a business is stressful, time-consuming and often ends in failure. Buying into an existing business (known as Entrepreneurship through Acquisition or ETA) is becoming a popular alternative, and it's not surprising.

Ricard has selected and translated some of the most profound and inspiring teachings from across these traditions. The selected teachings are taken from the sources of the traditions, including the Buddha himself, Nagarjuna, Guru Rinpoche, Atisha, Shantideva, and Asanga; from great masters of the past, including Thogme Zangpo, the Fifth Dalai Lama, Milarepa, Longchenpa, and Sakya Pandita; and from contemporary masters, including the Fourteenth Dalai Lama and Mingyur Rinpoche.

Archaeologist Saul Lazenby has been all but unemployable since his disgrace during the War. Now he scrapes a living working for a rich eccentric who believes in magic. Saul knows it's a lot of nonsense except that he begins to find himself in increasingly strange and frightening situations. And at every turn he runs into the sardonic, mysterious Randolph Glyde, the last of an ancient line of arcanists, commanding deep secrets and extraordinary powers as he struggles to fulfill his family duties in a war-torn world. The only question for Randolph is whether Saul is victim or villain.

Amateur sleuth Charles Lenox investigates the murder of a Parliament member, moving through the glamorous high society of Victorian London in the next novel from acclaimed author Charles Finch. In the spring of 1881, Lenox is caught up in the whirl of London life when his brother arrives to tell...

By the age of six, Fiona could sink a bank shot. By eight, she could mix a perfect Manhattan. By twenty-two, she had a business degree and a concrete plant to save her grandfather’s failing bar. Then she was pushed through a time-portal. Now Fiona is stuck in fourteenth-century Scotland with no way home. There’s a good chance time-soldiers are after her. And Henry, the guy she’s shacked up with, is a grumpy son-of-a-bitch who doesn’t get her at all.

Robert Barron is one of the Catholic Church's premier theologians and author of the influential The Priority of Christ. In this volume, Barron sets forth a thoroughgoing vision for an evangelical catholic theology that is steeped in the tradition and engaged with the contemporary world. Striking a balance between academic rigor and accessibility, the book covers issues of perennial interest in the twenty-first-century church: who God is, how to rightly worship him, and how his followers engage contemporary culture.

Despite the title, Dickens's portrayal of early industrial society is less relentlessly grim than that in novels by contemporaries such as Elizabeth Gaskell or Charles Kingsley. Hard Times weaves the tale of Thomas Gradgrind, a hard-headed politician who raises his children Louisa and Tom without love and to have no empathy, their lives completely devoid of beauty, culture, or imagination. Only after a series of crises does their father realise that the manner in which he raised his children has ruined their lives.

In this epic conclusion to Star Wars: The High Republic, the Jedi face a final confrontation against the Nihil and Marchion Ro. The Force is everything. A single life connected to all life. All things connected to all other things. This is what the Jedi believe, and this is why they fight. For...

Jason Watkins, the award-winning stage and screen actor best-known for his roles in The Lost Honour and A Very English Scandal, masterfully performs this brand-new recording of Barnaby Rudge; first published in 1841, it was Dickens’ fifth title and his first historical novel. Set against the backdrop of the Gordon Riots of 1780, Barnaby Rudge reflects back on a time of revolt against the British parliament, following the Catholic Relief Act of 1778.

The child was born on September 14, 1874, at the only hospital in Buffalo, New York, that offered maternity services for unwed mothers. It was a boy, and though he entered the world in a state of illegitimacy, a distinguished name was given to this newborn: Oscar Folsom Cleveland. The son of the future president of the United States - Grover Cleveland. The story of how the man who held the nation’s highest office eventually came to take responsibility for his son is a thrilling one that unfolds like a sordid romance novel....

Delve into the festive world of Charles Dickens with this collection of twenty stories originally published in the Christmas editions of his periodicals Household Words and All the Year Round. While some tales brim with holiday spirit, others reveal Dickens' sharp critique of the social and economic injustices of his time. Each story offers a unique glimpse into the complexities of Victorian society, blending warmth, wit, and social commentary.

Devotions to help you discover the joy of knowing God's purpose for your life and the deep satisfaction of following His plan. How can you rest in the truth that God has a purpose for you, a purpose He promises to fulfill? How can you know you are following God's will? In this yearlong...

'Teach these boys and girls nothing but Facts. Facts alone are wanted in life.' So says Thomas Gradgrind, a wealthy, utilitarian school board superintendent. Father to Tom and Louisa, he shapes the minds of all the young children, including his own, with the exception of only one: the circus-born Sissy Jupe.