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As the eldest daughter of a prolific letter writer, Jane Torday received hundreds of letters from her father over the years. From irreverent advice and hilarious family anecdotes to moments of great poignancy, Roger Mortimer‘s missives are a touching and witty portrait of his life and relationships over the years. Dearest Jane begins with Roger’s time as a young army officer in Egypt, and then as a POW in the Second World War, where his sense of humour endured despite the conditions.

In 'Rumpole and the Boy', Rumpole has recently concluded a blackmail case when he finds himself babysitting a small boy. Edmund turns out to have a keen interest in criminal cases and he throws some unexpected light on the case Rumpole has just tried. Bill Wallis reads this special seasonal story starring Horace Rumpole, scourge of all QCs and friend of the criminal classes.

Here are three stories in this audiobook. All three about love, but... It’s not quite that simple!

The first story was written by Kimbely Lowe and titled "So I Tamed a Texan”. It's a classic old-style "boy meets girl”, or rather "rich girl meets a poor boy, or rather knows him all her life but…” story.

There is no escaping the truth. Motherhood is complicated. When Kathryn Mortimer became a mother, she thought she had parenting all worked out. It turns out she didn’t. Not even close. Looking back, it’s hard to avoid the conclusion she could have done better. Her big mistake? It’s not easy for her to admit it, but the truth is she was blinded by expectation.

Smart, attractive, and fueled by wide-eyed optimism, Poppy Mortimer leaves rainy England to start a new life—and find the perfect man—in exotic Australia. Surely somewhere out there, a Chris Hemsworth impersonator is just waiting to whisk her off her feet and show her the real charms of "Down Under". But as Poppy launches into 28 dates, ranging from the outright hysterical to borderline traumatic, it becomes clear she’s going to have to kiss a few frogs—assuming she doesn’t croak first.

Go to one book, instead of hundreds of sites to find everything you need for a happy trip, minus the scams and crowds. You can't Google for the tips in here. Okay, maybe you can but you’d have to search hundreds of sites. Save yourself the time and hassle. Have this guide on hand. Everything conveniently in one spot. Meet the best locals, enjoy the best beaches, eat the tastiest local dishes, and rest on Zanzibar beaches in comfort for $10 a night.

(Formerly known as Behind the Scenes) Author Valerie Loveless brings you in-depth Latter-day Saint conversations on relevant topics and stories. These are the questions and discussions everyday Latter-day Saints are having! Brought to you by Cedar Fort Publishing and Media, the largest non-church owned LDS publisher in the market.

In this ground-breaking audiobook, Ian Mortimer portrays Henry in the pivotal year of his reign. Recording the dramatic events of 1415, he offers the fullest, most precise and least romanticised view we have of Henry and what he did. At the centre of the narrative is the campaign which culminated in the battle of Agincourt: a slaughter ground intended not to advance England’s interests directly but to demonstrate God’s approval of Henry’s royal authority on both sides of the Channel.

In this fascinating collection of interviews from the BBC radio and TV archive, John Mortimer, creator of the much-loved Rumpole of the Bailey, talks about his life and career as a barrister, screenwriter and novelist.

In 'Rumpole and the Millennium Bug', the loveable barrister is regretting the advent of the 21st century, and the arrival of a new, computer-literate clerk. But as Christmas approaches, can Bernard 'the Millennium Bug' prove to Rumpole that technology can be useful after all? Bill Wallis reads this special seasonal story starring Horace Rumpole, scourge of all QCs and friend of the criminal classes.

In Rumpole and Father Christmas, a children's party is taking place in Chambers, and Claude Erskine-Brown has booked a 'genuine and convincing' Santa Claus. The gentleman in question does indeed have a red suit, a fuller figure and a snowy beard - but does he have more than just presents in his sack? Bill Wallis reads this special seasonal story starring Horace Rumpole, scourge of all QCs and friend of the criminal classes.

Wallenstein (1583-1634) ist eine Ausnahmefigur, faszinierend wie unerklärlich: Ein begnadetes Militärgenie und kühl kalkulierender Unternehmer, oder aber ein von Horoskopen abhängiger Zauderer? Dem Kaiser und der katholischen Sache treu ergeben oder maßlos egoistisch, ein Verräter? Ihn umgeben bis heute viele Rätsel.

You might run for fitness. You might run for speed. But ultimately, running is about much more than the physical act itself. It is about the challenges we face in life, and how we measure up to them. It is about companionship, endurance, ambition, hope, conviction, determination, self-respect and inspiration.

Nostalgic, witty and filled with characters and situations that people of all ages will recognise, Dear Lupin is the entire correspondence of a Father to his only son, spanning nearly 25 years. Roger Mortimer's sometimes hilarious, sometimes touching, always generous letters to his son are packed with anecdotes and sharp observations, with a unique analogy for each and every scrape Charlie Mortimer got himself into.

This is the story of a journey from a council house boy to owner and founder of a top 20 branding and advertising agency. For over 20 years "been there, done that". How did he do that? Listen and enjoy a dry, witty, passionate story of success with total focus and a relentless belief in self. Believing in the currency of ideas, each short story will inspire anyone to find the motivation in yourself to do it your way. Find your own flow.

Nora, Silas, and Avery are three unusual apricots! After being picked from their tree, they begin their magical adventures with the outside world in a new home. They find their favorite foods, learn to make things, and find out how to really get around. Join them on their journey to true friendship - you'll smile every step of the way!

This is a gathering place for men to discuss the topics of the day and help each other become better men. Hosted by Ryan Mortimer. A lover of mens health, fitness, fashion, and all things men. This will be a weekly episode.

Capt10General offers a polymath's commentary on the world around us. Mining entrepreneur, investment advisor, history aficionado and futurist. Lover of theoretical, experimental and particle physics. Andrew Mortimer reveals the hidden truths behind the most difficult and interesting topics of today. In short order, he presents hard hitting realities about the world and society.

If you’re ready to stop bleeding money, time, and patients out your back door while stressing about your overhead, employees, marketing, and practice while your competition runs laps around you then this show is for you. If you're sick and tired of wasting precious time while watching your income “roller-coaster” (up & down, up & down) unpredictably, then you’re about to have a big business breakthrough with Devon Mortimer "The Marketing Doctor".

The Gorgon’s, is a sorority turned dark comedy podcast hosted by three cousins whose opinions, attitudes, and sense of humor leaves NO subject off the table. Hosted by the dishonorable Sorority President Bishop Mortimer, Club Treasurer Jamie and Occasional Guest Host Pledge Mistress, Trus’sell. The Gorgon’s celebrates empowering the powerless in a unfiltered, unapologetic manner that’ll turn any sad bitch, into a savage! By joining our podcast you have now pledged into our co-ed sorority.